January 19, 2026

World’s Oldest Monastic Brewery Weltenburger Sold to Schneider Weisse Amid Falling Beer Sales

Germany’s ancient Weltenburger brewery is being sold to Munich’s Schneider Weisse. The deal aims to save the historic Bavarian brewery as beer sales fall across Germany.

January 19, 2026

Karnataka to Protect 8 More Temples in Lakkundi by February-End

Karnataka government will protect 8 more temples and wells in Lakkundi, Gadag. Funds released and museum plans announced. Excavations and resident talks underway.

January 19, 2026

RPF Live Band Concert at Tirupati Station Celebrates 150 Years of 'Vande Mataram'

Railway Protection Force held a lively concert at Tirupati station on January 19, 2026, to mark 150 years of 'Vande Mataram'. Passengers enjoyed six stanzas of the iconic song and other national tunes, sparking pride and unity.

January 19, 2026

Brahmotsavams Begin at Devunikadapa Temple With Grand Dhwajarohanam Flag Hoisting

The annual Brahmotsavams festival started at the Lakshmi Venkateswara Swamy temple in Devunikadapa with the colorful Dhwajarohanam ritual. The Garuda flag was hoisted amid traditional celebrations, with daily cultural and devotional events planned by TTD’s Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishad.

January 19, 2026

Brahmotsavams Begin at Devunikadapa Temple With Grand Dhwajarohanam Flag Hoisting

The annual Brahmotsavams festival started at the Lakshmi Venkateswara Swamy temple in Devunikadapa with the colorful Dhwajarohanam ritual. The Garuda flag was hoisted amid traditional celebrations, with daily cultural and devotional events planned by TTD’s Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishad.