January 5, 2026

KSRTC to Add 644 New BS-VI Buses to Boost Rural Transport Amid Rising Demand

KSRTC will induct 644 new BS-VI diesel buses, mainly for rural routes, to tackle increased passenger demand after Shakti scheme introduced free rides for women. This move aims to strengthen bus connectivity in Karnataka’s less served areas.

January 5, 2026

Kerala CEE Opens 2026 Admissions for Engineering, Medical and More; Apply by Jan 31

Kerala's CEE has started the 2026 admission process for engineering, medical, pharmacy, and architecture courses. Apply online by January 31 with required documents. NEET and NATA are essential for medical and architecture aspirants.

January 5, 2026

EMS Corporation Stadium Damaged After SuperCross Racing League in Kozhikode; Repairs Pending

Kozhikode’s EMS Corporation Stadium was damaged after the SuperCross motorbike racing event featuring Salman Khan. The football ground is now uneven and grass is dry. Organisers have promised to repair the damage using a ₹25 lakh deposit.

January 5, 2026

Satellite Audit Finds 31.8% of Aravalli Hills at Ecological Risk; Calls for Complete Mining Ban

A satellite audit reveals that 31.8% of the Aravalli hills face ecological threats after new legal height limits. Conservationists demand a full mining ban to protect vital water recharge zones and fight desertification.

January 5, 2026

Supreme Court Allows Petition to Press Centre for Revising EPFO Wage Ceiling

The Supreme Court has permitted a petitioner to file a representation urging the government to revise the ₹15,000 EPFO wage ceiling. The Centre must respond within four months, addressing concerns over many workers losing social security benefits due to outdated wage limits.

January 5, 2026

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology Wins ISO 14001 Certification for Solid Waste Management

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology is now ISO 14001 certified for its eco-friendly solid waste management. This public cancer hospital’s modern system processes huge waste, uses biogas, and supports electric vehicles on campus.

January 5, 2026

Massive Natural Gas Blowout Sparks 25m Flame at ONGC Well in Andhra Pradesh

A giant fire erupted at ONGC's Mori-5 gas well near Irusumanda village, Andhra Pradesh, causing urgent evacuations and a cooling operation. Experts and officials are working to control the blaze and stop the gas leak.

January 5, 2026

Gujarat Suspends IAS Officer Rajendrakumar Patel After ED Arrest In ₹10 Crore Bribery Case

Gujarat government suspends IAS officer Rajendrakumar Patel after his arrest by the ED in a ₹10 crore bribery-linked money laundering case. Patel allegedly fixed bribe rates to approve land use changes, with a detailed bribery account found by investigators.

January 5, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Launches Monitoring Units in 46 Cities to Boost Cleanliness Rankings

Andhra Pradesh government approved Project Monitoring Units in 46 Urban Local Bodies to improve sanitation and support Swachh Survekshan 2026. These units will provide real-time data and technical help to cities for better cleanliness performance.

January 5, 2026

TTD to Celebrate Ratha Sapthami with Seven Celestial Vahanams on Jan 25

TTD will observe Ratha Sapthami at Sri Padmavati Ammavari Temple on January 25. Devotees will see the Goddess on seven vahanams. Special rituals and procession timings are announced.