January 1, 2026

Mysuru Palace Shines with Eco-Friendly Fireworks on New Year, Drawing Record Crowds

Thousands cheered as Mysuru Palace lit up the sky with a stunning eco-friendly fireworks show on New Year's Eve. The festive event, part of the Maagi Utsava flower show, drew tourists and locals alike for a memorable welcome to 2026.

January 1, 2026

New Tamil Translation of 'From Volga to Ganga' Draws Huge Interest in Tamil Nadu

A latest Tamil translation of Rahul Sankrityayan’s famed book 'From Volga to Ganga' has seen 20,000 copies booked. With another 10,000 copies ready for the Chennai Book Fair, this political and historical gem continues to captivate readers across Tamil Nadu.

January 1, 2026

New York Welcomes 2026 with Record-Breaking Times Square Ball and New Mayor

New York's Times Square celebrated 2026 with the biggest New Year’s ball ever, the Constellation Ball, featuring 5,280 crystals. Mayor Eric Adams pressed the countdown, and Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the new mayor.

January 1, 2026

Ras Al Khaimah Sets Guinness Record with Largest Drone-Formed Phoenix on New Year's Eve

Ras Al Khaimah stunned the world by creating the largest aerial phoenix with 2,300 drones and a spectacular fireworks show to welcome 2026.

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.