January 3, 2026

Tamil Nadu’s 2026 Jallikattu Begins with 600 Bulls and 300 Tamers in Pudukottai

The traditional jallikattu festival kicked off in Tamil Nadu at Thatchankurichi village on January 3. Over 600 bulls and 300 tamers took part under tight police control and well-prepared medical teams.

January 3, 2026

Thousands in Gaza Face Harsh Winter as Aid Tents Fail to Protect from Storms

Storm rains damaged thousands of tents supplied to displaced Palestinians in Gaza, leaving 235,000 people exposed. Aid tents from China, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia fall short of protection. UN and NGOs warn the crisis deepens amid ongoing conflict and complex aid challenges.

January 3, 2026

Delhi Records 8.1°C Minimum; Cold Wave Expected, AQI Poor at 240

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 8.1°C on January 3, 2026, above seasonal average. A cold wave may hit isolated areas till January 6. The city’s air quality index remained poor at 240, says IMD and CPCB data.

January 3, 2026

Himachal Faces ₹46,000 Crore Loss from Climate Change, 1,700 Dead in 5 Years

Himachal Pradesh is hit hard by climate change. Erratic rains, heatwaves, and disasters caused ₹46,000 crore losses and 1,700 deaths in 5 years. Glaciers retreat, water dries up, and farmers worry about apple crops.

January 3, 2026

Pakistan’s Polio Drive Misses Over 935,000 Children in Merged Districts Amid Security Woes

Pakistan's polio campaign fell short in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s merged districts, missing over 935,000 children due to security challenges and migration. Despite vaccinating 44.6 million nationwide, officials warn that polio risks remain high in these areas.