January 12, 2026

Supreme Court Cancels Bail in 2024 Gangrape Case Highlighting Victim Safety

The Supreme Court canceled bail granted by Allahabad High Court to an accused in a 2024 gangrape case involving a minor. The court emphasized protecting the victim and preventing trial tampering under POCSO Act provisions.

January 12, 2026

Road Subsidence Near Cyber Towers Causes Traffic Diversion in Madhapur

Traffic near Cyber Gateway in Madhapur is disrupted due to road subsidence. Police have diverted vehicles and deployed staff to ease congestion. Repairs will take 2-3 days.

January 12, 2026

Karnataka High Court Orders Scrapping of Stalled Bengaluru-Mysuru Corridor Project

Karnataka High Court has ordered the government to scrap the aging Bengaluru-Mysuru Infrastructure Corridor (BMIC) project after no substantial progress in 25 years. Only 1 km of the 111 km expressway was built, and none of the planned five townships exist. The court called for fresh planning to tackle Bengaluru's worsening traffic and environmental issues.

January 12, 2026

VTU Launches Mobile App to Stop Fake Activity Points in Engineering

Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) has created a new app to stop students from submitting fake proof for activity points. The app tracks students' extra curricular activities with geo-tagged photos and records hours spent, helping maintain fair assessment for degree eligibility.

January 12, 2026

Kozhikode DTPC Fires Workers Over Sewage Dumping Near Butt Road Beach Park

DTPC Kozhikode has terminated workers' contracts after sewage from a leaking toilet block was dumped on Varakkal beach. Authorities have cleaned the area and filed a police case. Nearby food stalls and hotels remain closed for hygiene.