January 1, 2026

Protests Demand Withdrawal of New Rural Job Scheme VB-G RAM G Replacing NREGA

Several groups protested against the new VB-G RAM G rural job scheme, calling it anti-labour and demanding restoration of the old NREGA. They claim the new laws reduce work rights and increase hardship for rural poor.

January 1, 2026

Tiruchi's Wall of Happiness Thrives for 9 Years Sharing Used Clothes

Tiruchi's Wall of Happiness, started in 2017, continues to help needy people share used clothes at Puthur. Its success shows a positive change in public attitude toward donations.

January 1, 2026

Tirumala Laddu Sales Soar 10% in 2025, Hit Record 13.52 Crore Prasadam

Tirumala Laddu sales reached an all-time high in 2025 with 13.52 crore laddus sold, a 10% rise from 2024. December 27 saw the highest single-day sale of 5.13 lakh laddus.

January 1, 2026

Australian Home Prices to Rise 5% in 2026, Fueling Housing Crunch

Australian residential property prices rose 8.6% in 2025 and are expected to grow another 5% in 2026. Big cities like Darwin, Perth, and Brisbane saw huge gains. Rising prices and rents strain affordability, especially for younger generations.

January 1, 2026

Deadly Bar Fire in Swiss Ski Resort Kills Several Dozen, Injures 100

A deadly fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year celebrations has left several dozen people dead and about 100 injured. Emergency teams rushed to the scene as officials ruled out any attack and are investigating the cause.