January 2, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Liquor Sales Jump 8% in December 2025 Amid Festive Cheers

Liquor sales in Andhra Pradesh grew sharply by 8% in December 2025, hitting ₹2,767 crore. The New Year and holidays boosted demand, especially in the last three days of the year.

January 2, 2026

Kerala's Bevco Hits Record ₹125.64 Crore Liquor Sales on New Year's Eve

Kerala State Beverages Corporation set a new record, selling liquor worth ₹125.64 crore on December 31, 2025, beating last year's figures by ₹16.93 crore. The Kadavanthra outlet led with ₹1.17 crore in sales.

January 2, 2026

UAE Overhauls Civil Law: Legal Age Cut to 18, Contracts Simplified, Business Boosted

The UAE issues a major update to its Civil Transactions Law, lowering legal majority to 18 and clarifying contracts, sales, and company rules. This reform aims to simplify law and support youth, consumers, and entrepreneurs.

January 2, 2026

China's BYD Overtakes Tesla as World’s Top Electric Vehicle Seller in 2025

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD has outpaced Tesla in 2025 EV sales. BYD sold over 2.25 million cars, beating Tesla's estimated 1.65 million. The rise thanks to competitive pricing and strong demand worldwide.

January 2, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Liquor Sales Jump 8% in December 2025 Amid Festive Cheers

Liquor sales in Andhra Pradesh grew sharply by 8% in December 2025, hitting ₹2,767 crore. The New Year and holidays boosted demand, especially in the last three days of the year.

January 2, 2026

PE-VC Investment in Tamil Nadu Drops 71% in Q4 2025; Annual Funding Up 20%

Private equity and venture capital funding in Tamil Nadu fell sharply by 71% in Q4 2025 to $421 million, but annual investments grew 20% to $3.5 billion. AI and DeepTech startups are gaining momentum in the state, showing promise for 2026.

January 2, 2026

Tamil Nadu Revises District Mineral Foundation Rules with Harsher Penalties and Fund Use Norms

Tamil Nadu updates rules for District Mineral Foundation funds. New penalties include extra payments plus 12% interest for mining lease violations. Over 70% funds to aid affected areas and key sectors like water and health.

January 1, 2026

Traffic Regulated on Thamarassery Ghat from Jan 5 for ₹37-Crore Road Project

Starting January 5, traffic on Thamarassery ghat will be regulated for a ₹37-crore road-widening project. Heavy vehicles will be diverted to reduce jams amid heavy tourist rush to Wayanad.

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.

December 31, 2025

NMDC and The Hindu Host FIC Chess Tournament for Kids in Hyderabad on January 3

The NMDC and The Hindu will hold the FIC Chess Tournament for young players in Hyderabad on January 3. The event welcomes players up to Under-15 across boys and girls categories. It’s free to register online, with prizes for winners and a special ceremony on January 26.

December 30, 2025

Sree Sankaracharya University Syndicate Flags Issues Over KCA Cricket Stadium Plan

Sree Sankaracharya University Syndicate members oppose KCA's cricket stadium on campus land. Concerns include zero revenue for the university despite 33 years of free land use.

December 30, 2025

Kerala’s Water Sports Boom in 2025: Kayaking, Surfing, and Scuba Diving Soar

Kerala's water sports scene is thriving with activities like kayaking, surfing, scuba diving, and skimboarding gaining huge popularity among locals and tourists in 2025.

January 2, 2026

Punjab to Launch Free Cashless Medical Scheme Covering All Families from Jan 15

Punjab Health Minister announces 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna' offering free medical treatment up to ₹10 lakh for 65 lakh families. Launch on January 15 with over 9,000 enrolment camps.

January 2, 2026

New Link Bridge in Hyderabad Cuts Travel Time by Half

Hyderabad's Minister Ponnam Prabhakar opened a new 48.2m link bridge connecting Chikkadpally and Domalguda, reducing travel time by nearly 50%. Built by GHMC for ₹6 crore, the bridge improves city infrastructure amid urban growth.

January 2, 2026

Telangana's Musi Rejuvenation Phase-I DPR Near Complete; ₹4,100 Crore ADB Aid Sought

Telangana's Musi Rejuvenation Project Phase-I DPR covering 21 km is almost ready. The state seeks ₹4,100 crore from ADB. Works to start post March 2026.

January 2, 2026

Jana Sena Party urges Election Commission for urgent electoral roll update and remote voting in Andhra Pradesh

Jana Sena Party met Election Commission officials urging early Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Andhra Pradesh. They pushed for remote voting for migrant workers and improved polling infrastructure to boost voter turnout.

January 2, 2026

China's BYD Overtakes Tesla as World’s Top Electric Vehicle Seller in 2025

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD has outpaced Tesla in 2025 EV sales. BYD sold over 2.25 million cars, beating Tesla's estimated 1.65 million. The rise thanks to competitive pricing and strong demand worldwide.

January 2, 2026

Amazon Allows Limited Remote Work for Employees Stuck in India Due to H-1B Delays

Amazon has set a temporary remote work rule for workers stranded in India by H-1B visa delays. But workers cannot do key tasks like coding or customer interactions until visa issues clear.

January 2, 2026

Australia Readies Record-Breaking Electric Cars as 2026 EV Tax and Charges Loom

Australia will get new electric utes, sports cars, and hatchbacks in 2026. Prices will break records on both ends. But a new electric vehicle tax and road-user charge may slow the boom.

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 2, 2026

Tamil Nadu starts All India Tiger Estimation 2026 from January 5

Tamil Nadu Forest Department begins All India Tiger Estimation 2026 on January 5. This large wildlife survey runs until February, tracking tigers and other animals using camera traps and technology.

January 2, 2026

Tamil Nadu Starts All India Tiger Estimation 2026 from January 5

Tamil Nadu's Forest Department will begin phase one of the All India Tiger Estimation 2026 on January 5. The survey will run in cycles until February to monitor tigers, other predators, and prey.

January 2, 2026

Oldest African Cremation Pyre Found in Malawi, Dating Back 9,500 Years

Scientists found a 9,500-year-old cremation pyre in Malawi. It holds remains of an adult woman and is Africa’s oldest known intentional cremation, showing early social rituals.

January 1, 2026

New Bronze Age Settlement Discovered in Ireland May Outdate Viking Towns

A huge Bronze Age settlement with 600+ houses was found in Ireland. It could be the first proto-town, 2000 years before Vikings arrived. The Brusselstown Ring challenges old ideas on Ireland's first towns.

January 2, 2026

Punjab to Launch Free Cashless Medical Scheme Covering All Families from Jan 15

Punjab Health Minister announces 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna' offering free medical treatment up to ₹10 lakh for 65 lakh families. Launch on January 15 with over 9,000 enrolment camps.

January 2, 2026

Free Prosthetic Limbs Camp for 300 in Dombivali on January 18

A free camp will provide prosthetic limbs to 300 people in Dombivali on January 18. Bharat Vikas Parishad, with Divyang Kendra, offers light, easy-to-use limbs for better mobility.

January 2, 2026

Diarrhoea Outbreak in Indore Kills Up to 14; Contaminated Water Blamed

A deadly diarrhoea outbreak in Indore’s Bhagirathpura has caused between 4 and 14 deaths. Over 1,400 locals fell ill due to contaminated water from a pipeline leak.

January 2, 2026

Hyderabad Breathes Toxic Air as New Year’s Firecrackers Drive Pollution to Severe Levels

Hyderabad saw dangerous air pollution on January 1, 2026, with AQI hitting a hazardous 432 in Badangpet. Firecrackers and traffic made the air thick and toxic, affecting all parts of the city.

January 2, 2026

Italian Golfer Named First Victim in Deadly Swiss Bar Fire Killing 40

A fire at a crowded bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killed around 40 people and injured 115. The first identified victim is Italian golfer Emanuele Galeppini. Officials are still identifying all victims. Causes remain unclear but authorities ruled out an attack.

January 2, 2026

Some Farmers in Erode Draw Lakhs of Litres Illegally from Bhavanisagar Dam

In Erode, a few farmers are accused of illegally pumping huge amounts of water daily from Bhavanisagar Dam, upsetting others who wait for water. Officials face calls for strict action.

January 2, 2026

Four Men Rescued from Boat Dangling on Edge of South African Dam

Four men were saved after their boat's motor failed, leaving them clinging to the edge of a 40m dam in South Africa. Quick rescue from the National Sea Rescue Institute and smart actions saved the day.

January 2, 2026

Woman Charged with Murder After Fatal Melbourne House Fire

A 29-year-old woman faces murder charges after a deadly fire in Melbourne's Clyde North killed one man and injured two others. Police say victims knew her.

January 2, 2026

Some Farmers in Erode Draw Lakhs of Litres Illegally from Bhavanisagar Dam

In Erode, a few farmers are accused of illegally pumping huge amounts of water daily from Bhavanisagar Dam, upsetting others who wait for water. Officials face calls for strict action.

January 2, 2026

Four Men Rescued from Boat Dangling on Edge of South African Dam

Four men were saved after their boat's motor failed, leaving them clinging to the edge of a 40m dam in South Africa. Quick rescue from the National Sea Rescue Institute and smart actions saved the day.

January 2, 2026

Hyderabad Water Supply Cut for 18 Hours on Jan 3-4 for Emergency Repairs

Water supply in parts of Hyderabad will be stopped from 10 a.m. on Jan 3 to 4 a.m. on Jan 4 due to urgent pipeline repairs and electricity work near Pedapur.

January 2, 2026

New Link Bridge in Hyderabad Cuts Travel Time by Half

Hyderabad's Minister Ponnam Prabhakar opened a new 48.2m link bridge connecting Chikkadpally and Domalguda, reducing travel time by nearly 50%. Built by GHMC for ₹6 crore, the bridge improves city infrastructure amid urban growth.

January 2, 2026

Disney Worker Hurt by 400-Pound Runaway Prop During Indiana Jones Show

A Disney World employee was injured when a 400-pound fake boulder ran out of control during the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular. The worker stopped the boulder from hitting the crowd but got hurt. The park is supporting the staff member during his recovery.

January 2, 2026

Musée d’Art Moderne Gets Historic Donation of 61 Matisse Works Featuring Daughter Marguerite

Musée d’Art Moderne in Paris received 61 Matisse artworks from the artist’s family. Most pieces show his daughter Marguerite. It’s a rare, generous donation that adds to the museum’s collection.

January 2, 2026

Canadian YouTuber Caleb Calls Moving to India a Smart Move, Highlights Rapid Growth

Canadian YouTuber Caleb praises India's fast tech and business growth, calling it a place full of opportunity. He says many miss the real story by focusing on negatives.

January 2, 2026

Banu Mushtaq’s ‘Heart Lamp’ wins International Booker Prize, spotlighting unheard voices

Banu Mushtaq's ‘Heart Lamp’ is the first Kannada translation and short story collection to win the International Booker Prize. The book highlights the lives of Muslim women in Karnataka. Also featured are Robert Macfarlane’s ‘Is A River Alive?’ and Zara Chowdhary’s memoir ‘The Lucky Ones’.

January 2, 2026

Sri Lankan Navy Arrests 11 Karaikal Fishermen for Crossing Maritime Boundary

Eleven fishermen from Karaikal were caught by the Sri Lankan Navy for crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line near Kodiyakkarai. Their boat was seized and they were taken to a Navy camp for questioning.

January 2, 2026

Seven Dead, Many Missing as Migrant Boat Sinks Off Gambia Coast

A migrant boat with about 200 people capsized near Gambia’s coast. Seven have died. Dozens remain missing as search continues for those heading to Europe’s Canary Islands.

January 2, 2026

British Teams Aid Ukrainian Amputees with Advanced Rehab and Prosthetics Amid War

British military medics are helping Ukrainian war amputees regain mobility with advanced prosthetic care and rehabilitation. At a Ukrainian treatment centre, dozens receive urgent help as new limbs bring hope after brutal war injuries.

January 2, 2026

Amazon Allows Limited Remote Work for Employees Stuck in India Due to H-1B Delays

Amazon has set a temporary remote work rule for workers stranded in India by H-1B visa delays. But workers cannot do key tasks like coding or customer interactions until visa issues clear.

January 2, 2026

Italian Golfer Named First Victim in Deadly Swiss Bar Fire Killing 40

A fire at a crowded bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killed around 40 people and injured 115. The first identified victim is Italian golfer Emanuele Galeppini. Officials are still identifying all victims. Causes remain unclear but authorities ruled out an attack.

January 2, 2026

Some Farmers in Erode Draw Lakhs of Litres Illegally from Bhavanisagar Dam

In Erode, a few farmers are accused of illegally pumping huge amounts of water daily from Bhavanisagar Dam, upsetting others who wait for water. Officials face calls for strict action.

January 2, 2026

Four Men Rescued from Boat Dangling on Edge of South African Dam

Four men were saved after their boat's motor failed, leaving them clinging to the edge of a 40m dam in South Africa. Quick rescue from the National Sea Rescue Institute and smart actions saved the day.

January 2, 2026

Free Prosthetic Limbs Camp for 300 in Dombivali on January 18

A free camp will provide prosthetic limbs to 300 people in Dombivali on January 18. Bharat Vikas Parishad, with Divyang Kendra, offers light, easy-to-use limbs for better mobility.