January 7, 2026

UAE Schools Introduce Exit Permits and Tough Attendance Rules for Student Safety

UAE schools now require official exit permits for all students leaving campus. New strict attendance rules include fast alerts and severe penalties for unexcused absences, enhancing student safety and discipline.

January 7, 2026

Europe Backs Denmark Against US Greenland Deal Amid Heavy Flight Cancellations

European leaders unite to support Denmark and Greenland against US buyout plans. Meanwhile, harsh winter causes 700+ flight cancellations at Amsterdam Schiphol and Paris airports.

January 7, 2026

Top Carnatic Musicians Perform Pancharatna Kritis at Thyagaraja Aradhana in Thiruvaiyaru

Leading Carnatic musicians came together at Thiruvaiyaru to perform Thyagaraja’s pancharatna kritis during the 179th Aradhana festival. The event featured instruments like mridangam and flute, a special idol anointment, and veteran artist Umayalpuram Sivaraman’s participation.

January 7, 2026

Telangana Records Chilly 6.3℃; 11 Districts See Sub-10℃ Lows Amid Cold Wave

Telangana felt the chill again with a low of 6.3℃ in Tiryani. Eleven districts recorded temperatures below 10℃. Cold wave continues as IMD warns of 2-3℃ below normal lows in next two days.

January 7, 2026

Tamil Nadu Runs 34,000+ Buses with Special Services for Pongal Festival

Tamil Nadu Transport will operate over 34,000 buses including special ones for Pongal from January 9 to 14. Return trips run from January 16 to 19 to ease festival travel.