January 6, 2026

Karnataka Farmers Demand ₹12,500 MSP for Red Gram, Protest in Kalaburagi

Farmers in Kalaburagi protested for a higher MSP of ₹12,500 for red gram. They want ₹1,000 incentives and a 50% import duty on pulses to protect local growers.

January 6, 2026

Police Chief Urges Students to Embrace Science and AI at Kalaburagi Centre

Police Commissioner S.D. Sharanappa opened the 42nd anniversary of Kalaburagi's District Science Centre, urging students to explore science and AI. Experts highlighted AI's benefits and risks. The centre offers exciting programs to boost scientific curiosity.

January 6, 2026

Kerala Launches School Health Programme and Marks National Deworming Day

Kerala's Health and Education departments start a School Health Programme to monitor children's health with individual health cards. Deworming tablets are distributed under National Deworming Day.

January 6, 2026

Tamil Nadu Govt Issues SOP for Public Gatherings Over 5,000 Amid Safety Crackdown

Tamil Nadu government has released a detailed SOP to regulate public events with over 5,000 attendees following a deadly 2025 rally stampede. The SOP includes strict venue approvals, application timelines, crowd control rules, and police deployment norms to ensure safety at large gatherings.

January 6, 2026

VTU to Blacklist Companies Charging Students for Internships; Surprise Inspections Planned

VTU will blacklist companies that demand money from students instead of offering paid internships. Squads will conduct surprise checks to curb fake certificates and irregularities, aiming to protect engineering students.