January 1, 2026

Kashmir Sees Tourist Surge on New Year’s Eve with Full Hotel Occupancy in Key Spots

Kashmir's famous tourist areas Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonmarg saw 90-100% hotel occupancy on New Year’s Eve, marking a big comeback after months of low activity. Over 7,000 tourists enjoyed the winter festival and musical shows, giving hope for a strong tourism season ahead.

January 1, 2026

Telangana Assembly session to spark fierce debate over river water, irrigation projects

Telangana Assembly meets Friday amid sharp clashes expected between CM Revanth Reddy and KCR. Main topics include river water sharing and irrigation projects. Ruling Congress pushes hard on BRS mismanagement claims. KCR's attendance remains uncertain.

January 1, 2026

Deputy CM Shivakumar Opens Hebbal Flyover Loop to Ease Bengaluru Traffic

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar inaugurated the second loop of the Hebbal flyover to reduce Bengaluru's traffic jams. He also announced local elections this year and major infrastructure projects.

January 1, 2026

NHAI to Restart ₹22 Crore Underpass Project on Chennai-Bengaluru Highway in Ranipet

NHAI will hire a new contractor to finish the ₹22 crore underpass on NH48 at Puttuthakku near Arcot. The project was stalled after the last contractor quit. Completion is expected in a month to improve traffic and safety.

January 1, 2026

Drone Strike Kills 24 in Russian-Held Kherson Amid Ongoing Peace Talks

A Ukrainian drone attack killed 24 and injured 50 during New Year celebrations in Russian-held Kherson. Meanwhile, Russia claims drone strikes on Putin's residence, while peace talks push forward cautiously.

January 1, 2026

Janmabhumi Prints Rival Chandrika Editorial Page by Mistake on New Year's Day

On New Year's Day 2026, Kannur's Janmabhumi newspaper accidentally published Chandrika's editorial page, including IUML leader Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal's article. The rare printing blunder caused surprise among readers and officials alike, with journalists calling it a memorable goof-up.

January 1, 2026

Supreme Court: Financial Control by Husband Not Always Cruelty Without Harm

The Supreme Court has ruled that financial dominance of a husband over his wife is not cruelty unless it causes real mental or physical harm. The court quashed a dowry harassment case, calling some claims as everyday marriage issues.

January 1, 2026

Rajasthan Gang Member Arrested in Hindupur SBI Robbery, Gold Worth ₹3.5 Crore Recovered

Sri Sathya Sai police arrested Mohammed Ishrar Khan from Rajasthan in the Hindupur SBI robbery. Gold worth ₹3.5 crore was seized, totaling ₹5.5 crore recovered in the case.

January 1, 2026

BMRCL to deploy 21 new CRRC trains on Green Line, ease Purple Line congestion

Bengaluru's metro gets a boost as BMRCL plans to put all 21 new CRRC trains on the Green Line. This frees up older trains to reduce crowding on the busy Purple Line starting March 2026.

January 1, 2026

Two Migrant Workers Arrested for Damaging ATM in Failed Cash Theft Attempt in Vellore

Police caught two migrant workers near Katpadi for damaging an ATM while trying to steal cash. They were caught using CCTV footage and found with fake cards and welding gear.