January 2, 2026
Deadly New Year’s Eve Fire at Swiss Ski Resort Bar Claims 40 Lives
A fire broke out at Le Constellation nightclub in Crans-Montana, Switzerland on New Year’s Eve, killing 40 and injuring 115. Photos show sparklers that may have sparked the blaze during crowded celebrations.
KSEB Adds Thermal Fuel Surcharge on January Electricity Bills to Cover Extra Power Costs
Kerala State Electricity Board will charge a thermal fuel surcharge of 7 paise per unit for bimonthly consumers and 8 paise for monthly consumers in January. The fee recovers ₹18.45 crore spent on higher fuel costs for power in November 2025, as per KSEB and State Electricity Regulatory Commission rules.
Telangana Pays ₹3,593 Crore for Free Power to Over 52 Lakh under Gruha Jyoti Scheme
Telangana Government has paid ₹3,593.17 crore for the Gruha Jyoti Scheme, which supplies up to 200 free electricity units monthly to 52.82 lakh beneficiaries since March 2024.
Mysuru’s Chamundi Hill Faces Ecological Threats; Peaceful Walk Planned on Jan 4
Chamundi Hill in Mysuru, rich in nature and spirituality, is under threat from unchecked commercialisation and big projects. A peaceful walk on Jan 4 aims to raise awareness and save this iconic site.
Kashmir Temperatures Fall as Clear Skies Bring Cold Snap and Snowfall
Kashmir's minimum temperatures dropped amid clear skies, with snowfall at Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg. Weather to stay dry till January 5, officials say.
Jan 15, 2026
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