January 14, 2026

VIT Chancellor G. Viswanathan Inaugurates Traditional Pongal Festival with Agriculture Book Launch

VIT founder G. Viswanathan started Pongal celebrations with traditional rituals and arts. He urged students to follow Tamil leaders' values. Books on water management and agriculture were also launched.

January 14, 2026

VIT Chancellor G. Viswanathan Inaugurates Traditional Pongal Festival with Agriculture Book Launch

VIT founder G. Viswanathan started Pongal celebrations with traditional rituals and arts. He urged students to follow Tamil leaders' values. Books on water management and agriculture were also launched.

January 14, 2026

Supreme Court: Equality in School Key to Social Change Under RTE Act

The Supreme Court ruled that children from rich and poor families must study together in neighborhood schools. It said this equality can change society and must be strictly enforced under the Right to Education Act.

January 14, 2026

Uttarakhand Seeks IAF Help to Fight Forest Fire at Valley of Flowers UNESCO Site

A forest fire has been burning for five days in Uttarakhand's Valley of Flowers. The state disaster team has requested the Indian Air Force to help douse the flames amid tough terrain and limited access. Officials are conducting helicopter surveys and may use air water drops to control the blaze.

January 14, 2026

Air France Bengaluru-Paris Flight Diverted to Turkmenistan, Passengers Stranded Nearly Two Days

An Air France flight from Bengaluru to Paris faced a long delay and engine trouble, forcing a diversion to Turkmenistan. Passengers have been stuck there nearly two days, with the Indian Embassy providing support.