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.

January 6, 2026

Saudi Arabia Warns of Rain and Flood Risks During Mid-Year School Holidays

Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology has issued yellow and orange weather alerts for most regions during the school mid-year holidays. Expect light to heavy rains with wind and low visibility affecting travel and outdoor plans. Authorities urge residents to monitor forecasts and follow safety guidelines.

January 6, 2026

Bannerughatta Biological Park Sees Record Safari Visitors After Tiger Reserve Bans

With safaris banned at Kabini, Nagarhole, and Bandipur tiger reserves, Bannerughatta Biological Park boomed. It recorded 1,95,763 visitors between Dec 20 and Jan 5, 2026. Safari visitors hit a high of 18,425 on Dec 27. Despite leopard attacks causing temporary suspensions, the park stayed popular with new safety measures in place.

January 6, 2026

Election Commission Rejects NRC Link, Defends Voter Roll Revision in Supreme Court

The Election Commission of India denies claims that its Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is a parallel NRC. It says it has a constitutional duty to remove foreigners from voter lists. Almost 3 crore names were deleted from Uttar Pradesh draft voters list. The EC states the process targets only voters above 18, unlike NRC.

January 6, 2026

Six Dead as Europe Battles Snow, Ice, and Freezing Temperatures

Snow and cold hit Europe hard, killing six people in accidents and freezing travel. Airports close, trains stop, and storms loom, causing chaos across the continent.