January 1, 2026

BMRCL to deploy 21 new CRRC trains on Green Line, ease Purple Line congestion

Bengaluru's metro gets a boost as BMRCL plans to put all 21 new CRRC trains on the Green Line. This frees up older trains to reduce crowding on the busy Purple Line starting March 2026.

January 1, 2026

Tiruvannamalai Prepares for 25 Lakh Devotees at Chitra Pournami Festival 2026

Tiruvannamalai is ready to host 25 lakh devotees for Chitra Pournami on Jan 2-3. Free darshan, sanitation, medical camps, and special buses ensure a safe and smooth festival.

January 1, 2026

New Bronze Age Settlement Discovered in Ireland May Outdate Viking Towns

A huge Bronze Age settlement with 600+ houses was found in Ireland. It could be the first proto-town, 2000 years before Vikings arrived. The Brusselstown Ring challenges old ideas on Ireland's first towns.

January 1, 2026

Tiruchi's Wall of Happiness Thrives for 9 Years Sharing Used Clothes

Tiruchi's Wall of Happiness, started in 2017, continues to help needy people share used clothes at Puthur. Its success shows a positive change in public attitude toward donations.

January 1, 2026

BDA Launches ₹1,655 Crore Tunnel and Flyover Project Between Hebbal and Mehkri Circle

BDA has begun tendering for a ₹1,655 crore tunnel and flyover project to cut traffic jams between Hebbal and Mehkri Circle. The 2.25 km tunnel and 1.7 km flyover aim to be ready in two years, with separate tenders speeding up work.