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

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.

Bhumi Pednekkar, PETA Donate Mechanical Elephant to Cherukunnu Temple

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.

Iranians Share Struggles Amid Protests and Economic Turmoil

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.

Doomsday Plane E-4B Spotted Near White House Days After Maduro’s Capture

January 9, 2026

Doomsday Plane E-4B Spotted Near White House Days After Maduro’s Capture

Boeing’s E-4B Nightwatch, a flying US command center, was seen near Washington after Nicolas Maduro’s capture. Later it flew to LA with Secretary Pete Hegseth. No official reason given, stirring rumors.

Swiss Bar Owner Detained After Deadly New Year's Fire Kills 40

January 9, 2026

Swiss Bar Owner Detained After Deadly New Year's Fire Kills 40

Jacques Moretti, co-owner of Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has been detained after a New Year's Eve fire killed 40 people. The blaze also injured 116, many under 20. Investigators suspect the fire started from sparklers on champagne bottles igniting foam. Officials launched manslaughter and arson investigations.