January 1, 2026

APERC Approves ₹4,498 Crore Net True-Up Charges; DISCOMs to Claim From Govt

APERC has approved ₹4,498 crore net true-up charges for Andhra Pradesh DISCOMs for FY 2019-20 to FY 2023-24. The commission asked DISCOMs to claim this from the government, shielding consumers from extra electricity costs.

January 1, 2026

Huge Fire Destroys Three-Storey Plastic Recycling Unit in Thamarassery, Kerala

A big fire broke out early Thursday at a plastic recycling factory in Thamarassery, Kozhikode. Flames took three hours to control. No one was hurt. A pickup van was lost. The cause is still under probe.

January 1, 2026

Fresh Snowfall in Kashmir Resorts Brightens New Year, Weather to Improve Today

Kashmir rings in 2026 with fresh snow at tourist spots like Gulmarg and Pahalgam. Snow fell overnight and into morning. Officials forecast better weather by evening and warn light snow or rain may return on January 2.

January 1, 2026

Maharashtra's Savannas Are 750 Years Old, Not Degraded Forests: New Study

A study uncovers Maharashtra savannas date back 750 years. Using medieval Marathi texts and traditions, it calls for conserving savannas as vital ecosystems tied to local culture.

January 1, 2026

Six Firearms, Large Explosives Cache Seized in Manipur’s Kakching District

Police recovered six firearms, explosives, and a quadcopter drone in Kakching district, Manipur. Security forces continue operations in sensitive areas to ensure safety.