January 3, 2026

MrBeast Tops YouTube with 458 Million Subscribers; Indian Music and Kids Channels Shine

MrBeast leads YouTube's biggest channels with 458M subscribers. Indian music and kids content like T-Series, Cocomelon, and SET India dominate top ranks as of early 2026.

January 3, 2026

Swiss Bar Fire Spread Fast Due to Sparklers Near Foam Ceiling, Killing 40

A deadly New Year's Eve fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, spread quickly after sparklers on champagne bottles touched foam padding on the ceiling. At least 40 people died and 119 were injured. Officials are investigating fire safety, ceiling materials, and exit routes to understand how the blaze grew so fast.

January 3, 2026

Pakistan’s Polio Drive Misses Over 935,000 Children in Merged Districts Amid Security Woes

Pakistan's polio campaign fell short in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s merged districts, missing over 935,000 children due to security challenges and migration. Despite vaccinating 44.6 million nationwide, officials warn that polio risks remain high in these areas.

January 3, 2026

Dubai Transforms into Sports Hub with Marathons, Polo & Motorsports This January 2026

Dubai is buzzing with top sports events in January 2026. From horse racing and cycling to polo, golf, and a 24-hour car race, the city offers nonstop action for fans and athletes alike.

January 3, 2026

MEITY okays 22 projects under ECMS; Tamil Nadu leads with over 23,000 jobs and ₹27,166 crore investment

The Ministry of Electronics approved 22 new projects under ECMS, creating 34,061 jobs. Tamil Nadu dominates with 23,451 jobs and the largest ₹27,166 crore investments from Foxconn, Motherson, and TATA Electronics.

January 3, 2026

Madras HC urges slashing Marina Beach shops to just essentials by Jan 8

Madras High Court is shocked by 1,400+ shops on Marina Beach. It instructs the Greater Chennai Corporation to limit shops to eatables, toys, souvenirs only by January 8.

January 3, 2026

Pathankayam Waterfalls to Get Lifeguards and Lifejackets in New Safety Push

Pathankayam waterfalls will soon have trained lifeguards and mandatory lifejacket use after 20 tourists drowned over the years. The project includes CCTV, barriers, and police help, backed by ₹2 crore funding plans.

January 3, 2026

Maharashtra Police Arrest Two Men for Raping Minor Migrant Girls in Beed

Two men arrested in Beed for allegedly raping two minor girls from migrant labourer families in Maharashtra. Families face pressure to withdraw complaints. Girls are now in custody and case is under court review.

January 3, 2026

V.D. Satheesan Vows Help for 9-Year-Old Vinodini's Prosthetic Arm After Medical Negligence

Opposition leader V.D. Satheesan promises full support to 9-year-old Vinodini, whose right hand was amputated after alleged medical negligence. He assures financial aid and prosthetic arrangement after the girl's absence from school comes to light.

January 3, 2026

India Plans Major Education Reforms: AI, Open Schooling Expansion & Job-Ready Technical Standards

The Indian government aims to overhaul education with the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, introducing AI in teaching, expanding open schooling, and setting job-focused technical education standards.