January 5, 2026

Tripura Closes All Schools for 5 Days Due to Freezing Cold Wave

Tripura government shuts all schools from Jan 6 to 10 amid severe cold wave. Classes will resume on Jan 12 after Sunday break. TTAADC schools also closed.

January 5, 2026

Chittoor Police Launch Helmet Drive and Ramp Up Drone Surveillance for Safety

Chittoor police start a helmet awareness campaign on the busy Chittoor–Tirupati highway and strengthen drone use to catch unlawful activities in public.

January 5, 2026

Injured Tiger in Nilgiris Dies After Fight Wounds

A male tiger in Nilgiris died on January 5 from injuries likely caused by a fight with another predator. Forest staff monitored it with drones but did not intervene as wounds were natural.

January 5, 2026

Ramadan 2026 in UAE Starts February 19 with Cooler Weather and New Friday Prayer Times

Ramadan 2026 in the UAE is set to start on February 19, bringing cooler winter weather and new Friday prayer timings. Working hours will reduce by two hours, making fasting easier and Friday prayers more accessible.

January 5, 2026

Karnataka Begins Statewide Tiger Census with Camera Traps and Field Surveys

Karnataka launches the 2026 tiger census in all forest zones, including five tiger reserves. Teams collect data on tigers, other carnivores, and herbivores. Camera trap surveys are underway to estimate the forest's tiger population and prey status.