January 1, 2026

Tirumala Laddu Sales Soar 10% in 2025, Hit Record 13.52 Crore Prasadam

Tirumala Laddu sales reached an all-time high in 2025 with 13.52 crore laddus sold, a 10% rise from 2024. December 27 saw the highest single-day sale of 5.13 lakh laddus.

January 1, 2026

Australian Home Prices to Rise 5% in 2026, Fueling Housing Crunch

Australian residential property prices rose 8.6% in 2025 and are expected to grow another 5% in 2026. Big cities like Darwin, Perth, and Brisbane saw huge gains. Rising prices and rents strain affordability, especially for younger generations.

January 1, 2026

Deadly Bar Fire in Swiss Ski Resort Kills Several Dozen, Injures 100

A deadly fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year celebrations has left several dozen people dead and about 100 injured. Emergency teams rushed to the scene as officials ruled out any attack and are investigating the cause.

January 1, 2026

Iran Protests Turn Deadly as Basij Member Killed, Arrests Made Amid Economic Unrest

A Basij member was killed during Iran's ongoing protests sparked by economic woes. Authorities arrested seven linked to hostile groups. Inflation worsens tensions.

January 1, 2026

BDA Launches ₹1,655 Crore Tunnel and Flyover Project Between Hebbal and Mehkri Circle

BDA has begun tendering for a ₹1,655 crore tunnel and flyover project to cut traffic jams between Hebbal and Mehkri Circle. The 2.25 km tunnel and 1.7 km flyover aim to be ready in two years, with separate tenders speeding up work.