January 19, 2026

Telangana’s District Reorganisation on Hold Amid Census 2027 Boundary Freeze

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s plan to reorganise districts faces delay. The government will appoint a judicial commission, but the Union Home Ministry’s Census 2027 boundary freeze suspends changes until 2026-end.

January 19, 2026

Senegal Wins Africa Cup of Nations, President Declares Monday Public Holiday

Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 in a thrilling Africa Cup of Nations final. Fans worldwide celebrate as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye declares Monday a public holiday.

January 19, 2026

Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple Renovation Almost Complete Ahead of Kumbabhishekam

The famous Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in Madurai is 90% renovated with major work done on historic structures. New security cameras and eco-friendly kitchen upgrades are added before the kumbabhishekam.

January 19, 2026

At least 39 dead as two high-speed trains crash near Córdoba, Spain

A deadly collision between two high-speed trains near Córdoba, Spain, has killed at least 39 people and injured many more. Rescue efforts continue amid tough conditions inside twisted train carriages.

January 19, 2026

Karnataka Govt Sends ₹15 Crore Pension Grant to Kuvempu University Amid Funding Disputes

Karnataka government released ₹15 crore for Kuvempu University pension against a ₹29 crore request. Vice-Chancellor Sharath Ananthamurthy welcomes aid but faces ongoing financial challenges. A heated exchange emerged after the University of Mysore V-C accused Kuvempu of undue benefits.