January 19, 2026

KTR Slams BJP for Delaying Sircilla Mega Power Loom Cluster Sanction

K.T. Rama Rao accuses the BJP-led Centre of deliberate delay in sanctioning the Sircilla Mega Power Loom Cluster. He says it's a political vendetta hurting Telangana's weaving community and demands action in the upcoming Union Budget.

January 19, 2026

Karnataka to Hold Bengaluru Civic Polls with Ballot Papers After May 25; Controversies and Grants in Spotlight

Karnataka announces Bengaluru civic polls after May 25 using ballot papers, not EVMs. DGP Ramachandra Rao faces fresh scandal. Hindutva leaders booked for provocative act. Government grants ₹1.93 crore to promote growth beyond Bengaluru.

January 19, 2026

US to Require $15,000 Bond for Bangladeshi B1/B2 Visa Holders from 2026

From January 21, 2026, Bangladeshi nationals applying for US B1/B2 visas must post a bond up to $15,000. The US Embassy Dhaka cautions against early or unofficial payments.

January 19, 2026

Telangana’s District Reorganisation on Hold Amid Census 2027 Boundary Freeze

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s plan to reorganise districts faces delay. The government will appoint a judicial commission, but the Union Home Ministry’s Census 2027 boundary freeze suspends changes until 2026-end.

January 19, 2026

Senegal Wins Africa Cup of Nations, President Declares Monday Public Holiday

Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 in a thrilling Africa Cup of Nations final. Fans worldwide celebrate as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye declares Monday a public holiday.