Massive Fire Ravages Kerala Footwear Factory, 80% Destroyed

January 2, 2026

Massive Fire Ravages Kerala Footwear Factory, 80% Destroyed

A huge fire hit a footwear factory in Malappuram, Kerala, destroying 80% of the unit. Over 10 fire tenders fought the blaze. Officials suspect an electrical short circuit.

Cyclone Hayley Batters Western Australia; Floods Hit Spain's Costa del Sol

January 2, 2026

Cyclone Hayley Batters Western Australia; Floods Hit Spain's Costa del Sol

Cyclone Hayley struck Western Australia's northwest coast with 105mph winds causing damage and flooding. Meanwhile, southern Spain faced severe flooding, with one dead and two missing.

District Collector R. Mahesh Kumar Escapes Unhurt After Kayak Overturns During Water Sports Trial

January 2, 2026

District Collector R. Mahesh Kumar Escapes Unhurt After Kayak Overturns During Water Sports Trial

Collector R. Mahesh Kumar had a narrow escape when his kayak overturned during a trial for the upcoming national water sports event in Pulidindi canal. The official is safe and ready for the festival competitions set for January 11-13.

Delhi Assembly to Hire Langur Sound Mimics to Drive Away Monkeys

January 2, 2026

Delhi Assembly to Hire Langur Sound Mimics to Drive Away Monkeys

The Delhi Assembly plans to hire experts who mimic langur calls to scare away monkeys causing trouble in the Vidhan Sabha complex. This effort aims to keep the area safe for legislators and staff.

Some Farmers in Erode Draw Lakhs of Litres Illegally from Bhavanisagar Dam

January 2, 2026

Some Farmers in Erode Draw Lakhs of Litres Illegally from Bhavanisagar Dam

In Erode, a few farmers are accused of illegally pumping huge amounts of water daily from Bhavanisagar Dam, upsetting others who wait for water. Officials face calls for strict action.