January 9, 2026

Madras HC Threatens Charges Over Thirupparankundram Karthigai Deepam Contempt

Madras High Court warns officials about contempt over Karthigai Deepam order. Charges likely on February 2 if they don't explain failure to comply. Officials, including Madurai Collector, present in court.

January 9, 2026

UPSC to Use AI Facial Authentication for Secure Exam Entry from Now On

UPSC will now use AI facial recognition to verify exam candidates at centres. This quick, secure system reduces entry time to 8-10 seconds and aims to prevent cheating and impersonation.

January 9, 2026

Traffic Chaos Hits Chandapura-Attibele on Hosur Road Amid Ongoing NHAI Roadworks

Ongoing roadworks on Chandapura-Attibele stretch cause massive traffic jams, with delays over an hour and bottlenecks reaching Attibele toll plaza. Residents warn of emergency service delays.

January 9, 2026

Bhumi Pednekkar, PETA Donate Mechanical Elephant to Cherukunnu Temple

Actor Bhumi Pednekkar and PETA India have donated a 3-metre-tall mechanical elephant named Cherukunnu Karthikeyan to a temple in Thrissur. This move supports animal welfare by avoiding real elephants in rituals.

January 9, 2026

Iranians Share Struggles Amid Protests and Economic Turmoil

Iranians from different walks of life describe how protests, inflation, and the unstable economy hurt their businesses and hopes for change. Many feel trapped but dream of freedom and a better future despite deep uncertainty.