January 6, 2026

Tamil Nadu Govt Issues SOP for Public Gatherings Over 5,000 Amid Safety Crackdown

Tamil Nadu government has released a detailed SOP to regulate public events with over 5,000 attendees following a deadly 2025 rally stampede. The SOP includes strict venue approvals, application timelines, crowd control rules, and police deployment norms to ensure safety at large gatherings.

January 6, 2026

VTU to Blacklist Companies Charging Students for Internships; Surprise Inspections Planned

VTU will blacklist companies that demand money from students instead of offering paid internships. Squads will conduct surprise checks to curb fake certificates and irregularities, aiming to protect engineering students.

January 6, 2026

VTU to Blacklist Companies Charging Students for Internships; Surprise Inspections Planned

VTU will blacklist companies that demand money from students instead of offering paid internships. Squads will conduct surprise checks to curb fake certificates and irregularities, aiming to protect engineering students.

January 6, 2026

Saudi Arabia Warns of Rain and Flood Risks During Mid-Year School Holidays

Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology has issued yellow and orange weather alerts for most regions during the school mid-year holidays. Expect light to heavy rains with wind and low visibility affecting travel and outdoor plans. Authorities urge residents to monitor forecasts and follow safety guidelines.

January 6, 2026

Bannerughatta Biological Park Sees Record Safari Visitors After Tiger Reserve Bans

With safaris banned at Kabini, Nagarhole, and Bandipur tiger reserves, Bannerughatta Biological Park boomed. It recorded 1,95,763 visitors between Dec 20 and Jan 5, 2026. Safari visitors hit a high of 18,425 on Dec 27. Despite leopard attacks causing temporary suspensions, the park stayed popular with new safety measures in place.