January 8, 2026

Delhi University Urges Supreme Court: Don’t Rely on Officials, Act Directly on Stray Dogs

Delhi University's Campus Law Centre told the Supreme Court to stop depending on municipal bodies for stray dog issues. They took matters into their own hands by vaccinating and sterilising 28 of 49 stray dogs on their campus. The Centre wants courts to push institutions to start their own ‘animal cells’ for humane management of strays.

January 8, 2026

Dubai to Plant 20,000 Trees Celebrating 20 Years of Sheikh Mohammed’s Leadership

Dubai is planting 20,000 trees in parks, schools, and neighbourhoods to mark 20 years of Sheikh Mohammed's visionary leadership. This green push aims to boost air quality, community spirit, and sustainability.

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

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.