January 10, 2026

Desi Oil Mela in Mysuru Attracts Crowd with Traditional Bullock-Driven Oil Press and Castor Oil Demo

Mysuru’s Desi Oil Mela saw large crowds witnessing a traditional bullock-driven oil press and castor oil making. Visitors eagerly learned, tested oils, and farmers got training on oilseed crops.

January 10, 2026

Nalgonda Police Nab Gang Member, Recover ₹85 Lakh Gold Stolen from Highway Buses

Nalgonda police arrested Shah Allah Rakha from Madhya Pradesh and recovered 600 grams of stolen gold worth ₹85 lakh from a highway robbery gang. The gang targeted buses at roadside eateries along Telangana highways.

January 10, 2026

Bengaluru Sees Slight Rise in Road Accidents but Fatalities Fall in 2025

In 2025, Bengaluru recorded 4,893 road accidents, a small rise from 2024. Fatal accidents and deaths fell for the second year in a row. Outskirts are new accident hotspots. The Greater Bengaluru Authority may improve safety in 2026.

January 10, 2026

Bangalore Metro Starts Rolling Stock Type Tests on Pink Line From Jan 11

Bangalore Metro's Pink Line will undergo rolling stock type tests from January 11 on the 7.5 km stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere. Tests will run till mid-April to check train performance and system integration for safety approvals.

January 10, 2026

Thousands of Irish Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Amid Beef Import Fears

Thousands of Irish farmers took to Athlone's roads with tractors, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade deal. They fear cheap beef imports from South America will hurt Irish agriculture. Despite Ireland and France opposing, the EU approved the deal. The Irish Farmers’ Association urges MEPs to reject the agreement.

January 10, 2026

Thirupparankundram Deepathoon Case Sparks Clash Over Religious Claims and State Role

Petitioners back their legal fight with strong evidence, State archaeology says pillar is Jain, locals emphasize unity across faiths in Thirupparankundram.

January 10, 2026

Central University of Karnataka Opens UG Admissions for 2026-27 Via CUET

CUK invites applications for 15 undergraduate courses via CUET 2026. Apply online by January 31. Exams scheduled for May 11-31 across 15 Karnataka centres.

January 10, 2026

Madras High Court Orders Karthigai Deepam Lamp at Thirupparankundram Amid Legal Fight

The Madras High Court directs the Subramaniya Swamy Temple to light the Karthigai Deepam lamp at Thirupparankundram hill’s deepathoon, overruling the State government's law and order concerns. This sparks heated protests and legal drama around the temple and dargah estates.

January 10, 2026

Mass Protests Shake Iran Amid Internet Blackout and Fierce Crackdown

Thousands protest in Iran's streets despite a strict internet shutdown and heavy police action. Protesters chant against Supreme Leader Khamenei, with casualties reported amid rising tensions and international warnings.

January 10, 2026

Seven Escape Injury as Drunk Driver Crashes Car Into Hotel in Indiranagar, Bengaluru

A speeding, drunk driver crashed his car into a hotel on 100 ft road in Bengaluru late Thursday night. Seven people nearby escaped just in time. The incident was caught on CCTV, and the driver is hospitalized with minor injuries.