January 2, 2026

Australian Privacy Watchdog Targets Businesses Over Customer Data Misuse

Australia’s privacy regulator has launched a major sweep targeting real estate agencies, car dealerships, and pubs for mishandling personal data. Firms risk fines up to $66,000 if they fail to protect customer information or keep it too long. Sixty businesses across six sectors face scrutiny in January.

January 2, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Approves New Greenfield Port and Mega Shipbuilding Cluster at Dugarajapatnam

Andhra Pradesh Maritime Board gets go-ahead to build a greenfield port and mega shipbuilding cluster at Dugarajapatnam. The project aims to boost India's shipbuilding under Maritime India Vision 2030.

January 2, 2026

KSEB Adds Thermal Fuel Surcharge on January Electricity Bills to Cover Extra Power Costs

Kerala State Electricity Board will charge a thermal fuel surcharge of 7 paise per unit for bimonthly consumers and 8 paise for monthly consumers in January. The fee recovers ₹18.45 crore spent on higher fuel costs for power in November 2025, as per KSEB and State Electricity Regulatory Commission rules.

January 2, 2026

Telangana Govt Boosts Agro and Soya Processing Units with Incentives for Private Firms

Telangana Government actively backs private firms to start agro and soya-based processing units with financial help and policy support. No government-owned soya unit planned, but private players get full encouragement.

January 2, 2026

Supreme Judiciary Council Launches Online Auction for Vehicles, Real Estate, and License Plates in January 2026

The Supreme Judiciary Council will hold a transparent online auction in January 2026 on the Court Mzadat app. Items include vehicles, heavy machinery, real estate, and special license plates. Bidding is open to individuals and businesses with a clear schedule over several days.