January 5, 2026

Parliament Clears SHANTI Bill to Open India's Nuclear Energy to Private Players with Govt Oversight

India’s Parliament approved the SHANTI Bill, allowing private and foreign firms to own and operate nuclear plants under government control. The Bill boosts energy security with ₹20,000 crore for new tech, sets clear safety rules, but sparks opposition over liability and transparency concerns.

January 5, 2026

Agasthyarkoodam Trek 2026 Set for Jan 14-Feb 11, Fee Fixed at ₹3,000

The 2026 Agasthyarkoodam trekking season will run from January 14 to February 11. The Forest department fixed the fee at ₹3,000 per person. Trekkers need a recent medical fitness certificate and can book online in two phases.

January 5, 2026

Telangana Housing Board to Hold Online Lottery for 111 LIG Flats in Gachibowli on January 6

Telangana Housing Board received 2,685 applications for 111 single-bedroom flats in Gachibowli meant for Lower Income Groups. The lottery to allot flats will be held online on January 6, 2026, live on YouTube. Only applicants earning less than ₹50,000 per month were eligible.

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.