January 6, 2026

Agrileaf Exports Builds AI-Based Arecanut Grading Machine with 80% Accuracy

Agrileaf Exports has created a working AI-powered machine to grade arecanut into four types with 80% accuracy. The prototype will be ready for farmers in six months. Arecanut cooperatives are showing interest in the new technology.

January 6, 2026

Bomb Threat at Lalbagh Road Passport Office Triggers Security Alert

A bomb threat email triggered a security alert at Lalbagh Road Passport Office on January 6, 2026. Bomb disposal and police teams found nothing suspicious but launched an investigation.

January 6, 2026

Telangana Launches Fertiliser App to Ensure Timely Urea Supply to Farmers

Telangana has started a mobile app for fertiliser booking like Kapas Kisan App. It runs in five districts to help farmers buy urea quickly. The state has enough urea stock to meet farmer demand till March. Officials stress no shortage now, and steps to stop black marketing are in place.

January 6, 2026

Kangra District Imposes Ban on Trekking Above 3000 Meters for Safety

Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh has banned all trekking above 3000 meters to protect tourists. Permission is now needed from police for key trekking routes. Alerts from meteorological department cancel any permission immediately.

January 6, 2026

II PU Maths Preparatory Exam Paper Leaked, Police Complaint Planned in Shivamogga

The Mathematics paper for the ongoing II PU preparatory exam was leaked in Shivamogga. Officials discovered the leak mid-exam and are now filing a police complaint to investigate the matter further.

January 6, 2026

At Least 22 Ethiopian Migrants Die in Horrific Afar Region Road Crash

A lorry carrying 85 Ethiopian migrants overturned in Afar, killing 22 and injuring 65. Officials warn against human trafficking risks on this perilous route.

January 6, 2026

Hypnotherapist Faces Trial in France for Drugging and Raping 14 Women

Cyril Zattara is on trial in southern France, accused of drugging and raping 14 women and secretly filming assaults. He admitted 10 rapes and is detained since 2021. The trial, held behind closed doors, will last at least two weeks.

January 6, 2026

Trump Aide Says No One Will Fight US Over Greenland Amid NATO Tensions

US aide Stephen Miller claims no nation will oppose the US annexing Greenland. This renews tensions with Denmark and NATO allies, who stress Greenland's sovereignty.

January 6, 2026

Swiss Officials Admit No Fire Checks Since 2019 Before Deadly Bar Blaze Killing 40

Swiss officials said no fire safety inspections happened at the Le Constellation bar since 2019, where 40 people died on New Year's Eve. Authorities banned sparkling candles after the blaze and launched a criminal probe into the bar’s managers.

January 6, 2026

Egypt Warns Travel Agencies: Meet Hajj 2026 Deadlines or Face Legal Action

Egypt’s travel agencies must complete Hajj 2026 accommodation procedures by January 12 or face legal penalties and loss of insurance bonds. New paid Hajj packages and a lottery system replace free pilgrimages, tightening rules for pilgrims and agencies.