January 1, 2026

Deadly Explosion Hits Bar in Swiss Ski Resort Crans-Montana on New Year

A powerful explosion at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana kills and injures many. The blast struck just after midnight as tourists celebrated the New Year.

January 1, 2026

Opposition Charges Bias in Thane Election Nomination Rejections

Opposition parties slam returning officer for allegedly favoring Shiv Sena in Thane Municipal elections. Several nominations rejected, sparking protests and hunger strike plans.

January 1, 2026

Six Firearms, Large Explosives Cache Seized in Manipur’s Kakching District

Police recovered six firearms, explosives, and a quadcopter drone in Kakching district, Manipur. Security forces continue operations in sensitive areas to ensure safety.

January 1, 2026

National Sports Governance Act Partially Enforced; National Sports Board and Tribunal Set Up

From January 1, 2026, the National Sports Governance Act’s key provisions came into force, launching an all-powerful National Sports Board and Tribunal to reform sports management in India.

January 1, 2026

Top 10 Most-Read News of 2025: Air India Crash Tops the List

In 2025, The Hindu's most-read articles cover major events like the Air India crash killing 242, the Pahalgam terror attack, Delhi election results, and celebrity Saif Ali Khan’s knife attack.

January 1, 2026

DRI Busts Gold Smuggling at Mumbai Airport, Seizes ₹3.89 Crore Worth Gold

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 3.05 kg of 24-carat gold worth ₹3.89 crore at Mumbai airport from a passenger arriving from Bahrain. The gold was hidden in capsules inside a water tumbler. A probe is ongoing.

January 1, 2026

UAE Cuts Petrol and Diesel Prices for January 2026, Reversing December Hikes

The UAE has lowered petrol and diesel prices starting January 1, 2026. Fuel prices dropped across all major types after December’s increase, easing costs for drivers and transporters.

January 1, 2026

Teenager Charged for Starting Bushfire in Perth with Firecracker on New Year's Eve

A 19-year-old from Kalamunda is charged for sparking a dangerous bushfire near Perth after throwing a firecracker into dry grass. Over 160 firefighters battled the blaze that threatened homes and cut power to 2,000+ properties.

January 1, 2026

Khaleda Zia Laid to Rest with State Honours in Dhaka; Modi’s Letter Handed to Tarique Rahman

Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia was laid to rest in Dhaka with full state honours. Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar handed over a personal letter from PM Modi to her son Tarique Rahman during the funeral.

January 1, 2026

Russian Drones Attack Odesa, Injure Six Amid Russia-Ukraine War Tensions

Russian drones hit Odesa city overnight, damaging apartments and power stations, injuring six including children. Putin touted victory as peace talks advance.