January 10, 2026

Seven IWST Employees Caught in Major Recruitment Scam Using Impersonators

Seven employees at IWST secured government jobs by cheating in exams through impersonation and forged documents. Forensic tests confirmed the fraud. Legal action is underway.

January 10, 2026

Telangana Lokayukta probes massive property registration fraud in Bhu Bharati system

Telangana Lokayukta has ordered a probe into large-scale fraud in property registration. Cybercriminals allegedly hacked the Bhu Bharati system to evade stamp duty, stealing over ₹8 lakh in one day. Police have arrested four and are investigating collusion between revenue officials and cyber gangs.

January 10, 2026

Karnataka Trade Unions Demand Fresh Minimum Wage Hikes, Govt Yet to Decide

Trade unions in Karnataka demand implementing fresh minimum wages for 1.77 crore workers, citing Labour Codes, as government delays final decision since 2022 wage revision started.

January 10, 2026

Thousands of Irish Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Amid Beef Import Fears

Thousands of Irish farmers took to Athlone's roads with tractors, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade deal. They fear cheap beef imports from South America will hurt Irish agriculture. Despite Ireland and France opposing, the EU approved the deal. The Irish Farmers’ Association urges MEPs to reject the agreement.

January 10, 2026

Thirupparankundram Deepathoon Case Sparks Clash Over Religious Claims and State Role

Petitioners back their legal fight with strong evidence, State archaeology says pillar is Jain, locals emphasize unity across faiths in Thirupparankundram.