January 2, 2026

Voter Form Collection Lower in Cities Than Villages During Special Intensive Revision: ECI

Election Commission officials reveal that urban areas show much less voter form collection than rural areas in ongoing Special Intensive Revision. Work commitments and migration cause low returns in cities like Lucknow and Kanpur.

January 2, 2026

Dense Fog Causes 14 Flight Diversions and 19 Cancellations at Hyderabad Airport

Thick fog hit Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport early Friday, forcing 14 flights to divert, cancelling 19, and delaying 9. International and domestic routes were affected between 6-9 a.m.

January 2, 2026

Maharashtra SEC Probes Unopposed Wins in Civic Polls Amid Allegations of Coercion

Maharashtra Election Commission is investigating if ruling party candidates were elected unopposed due to pressure or allurement in upcoming municipal polls. Reports from civic bodies and police are being sought before confirming winners. Allegations include claims against Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar.

January 2, 2026

MHA Restores ₹100 Crore Project Approval Powers to Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor

On January 1, 2026, MHA restored financial powers to Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor to approve projects up to ₹100 crore. This follows a recent withdrawal. Powers now require consultation with finance officials and quarterly reporting.

January 2, 2026

Telangana Govt Says No Plans for New Elite Bars, Tackles Illegal Liquor Sales

Telangana's Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao clarifies no new elite bar approvals or liquor price hikes are planned. Over 11,000 cases of illegal liquor sales registered since Dec 2023, with active raids ongoing.

January 2, 2026

Cyclone Hayley Batters Western Australia; Floods Hit Spain's Costa del Sol

Cyclone Hayley struck Western Australia's northwest coast with 105mph winds causing damage and flooding. Meanwhile, southern Spain faced severe flooding, with one dead and two missing.

January 2, 2026

District Collector R. Mahesh Kumar Escapes Unhurt After Kayak Overturns During Water Sports Trial

Collector R. Mahesh Kumar had a narrow escape when his kayak overturned during a trial for the upcoming national water sports event in Pulidindi canal. The official is safe and ready for the festival competitions set for January 11-13.

January 2, 2026

UAE Unifies Friday Prayer Time to 12:45 PM Nationwide from Jan 2, 2026

From January 2, 2026, the UAE has set a single Friday prayer time of 12:45 PM across all emirates. This first-ever move aims to simplify routines for families and workers. Expect busy roads and mosques today as everyone joins the historic prayer together.

January 2, 2026

Baloch Leader Warns of Chinese Military Deployment in Balochistan Amid China-Pakistan CPEC Push

Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch has warned that China might deploy troops in Balochistan soon due to deepening China-Pakistan ties and the final phase of CPEC. He urged India’s support and called China-Pakistan partnership dangerous.

January 2, 2026

Supreme Judiciary Council Launches Online Auction for Vehicles, Real Estate, and License Plates in January 2026

The Supreme Judiciary Council will hold a transparent online auction in January 2026 on the Court Mzadat app. Items include vehicles, heavy machinery, real estate, and special license plates. Bidding is open to individuals and businesses with a clear schedule over several days.