January 8, 2026

NHAI Targets Completion of New Six-Lane Kulur Bridge Before 2026 Monsoon

The National Highways Authority of India plans to finish the new six-lane Kulur Bridge across Phalguni River by early 2026, ending delays and replacing the old unsafe bridge on National Highway 66 in Mangaluru.

January 8, 2026

Deep Depression to Bring Rare January Rainfall to Coastal Tamil Nadu from January 9

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is set to bring scattered and heavy rains to coastal Tamil Nadu for three days starting January 9, 2026. This rare January weather event has led to weather alerts in the region, promising relief after a dry spell.

January 8, 2026

India's Antitrust Watchdog Backs Global Turnover Fines Ahead of Apple Court Battle

India's Competition Commission defends using global turnover to calculate fines in a new law, opposing Apple’s claim it leads to excessive penalties. The Delhi High Court will hear Apple’s challenge on January 27.

January 8, 2026

Nagole Driving Test Candidates Trained in CPR, First Aid in Road Safety Push

At Nagole, hundreds awaiting driving tests received surprise CPR and first aid training. The move, part of National Road Safety Month, aims to save lives amid rising road accident deaths in Telangana.

January 8, 2026

Telangana Opens TGCET 2026 Admissions for Classes 5 to 9

Telangana invites online applications for TGCET 2026 admissions into Classes 5 to 9. Apply before January 21, 2026. No extension will be given.