January 14, 2026

800 Students Showcase Engineering Innovations at KLE Tech Exhibitions

Around 800 students from KLE Technological University displayed creative projects at the Prayog Hemanth 2026 and Avinya Hemanth 2026 exhibitions. Held in Hubballi, 292 teams showed working prototypes and ideas to solve real problems.

January 14, 2026

Crane Collapses on Moving Train in Thailand, Killing 32 and Injuring 66

A construction crane fell on a moving train in north-eastern Thailand, killing 32 people and injuring 66. Some carriages were crushed and caught fire. Authorities are investigating.

January 14, 2026

Mango Cultivation in Chittoor Faces Major Crisis in 2026 Due to Delayed Flowering and Market Troubles

Mango farming in Chittoor is in trouble for 2026. Flowering is delayed by two months, areas under cultivation are shrinking, and farmers still feel the impact of last year's market crash, where prices dropped below ₹3/kg. Officials warn that this year's yield may fall sharply below earlier forecasts.

January 14, 2026

Manikarnika Ghat Demolition Sparks Protests; Heritage Damage Denied by Officials

A demolition at Manikarnika Ghat triggered local protests claiming heritage destruction. Officials say redevelopment work is safe and no temples were harmed.

January 14, 2026

Saudi Arabia Expands Riyadh Metro Red Line by 8.4 km with 5 New Stations

Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Riyadh City has awarded a contract to extend the Red Line of Riyadh Metro by 8.4 km. The expansion adds five stations, linking key city areas with the cultural Diriyah Gate. This move aims to boost public transport, cut travel times, and support Vision 2030’s urban plans.