January 16, 2026

Karnataka Plans Record ₹93,000 Crore Borrowing Amid Rising Revenue Deficit

Karnataka faces a ₹19,262 crore revenue deficit in 2025-26 and plans record borrowing of ₹93,000 crore in final quarter. CM Siddaramaiah’s government braces for budget challenges amid GST impact and rising debt.

January 16, 2026

Kerala Launches Work Near Home Centres to Create 5 Lakh Jobs and Boost Local Economy

Kerala will set up Work Near Home centres in every panchayat to offer 5 lakh jobs and add ₹5,000 crore to the economy. The first centre opens in Kottarakara on January 19 with 141 workstations and cutting-edge facilities.

January 16, 2026

Maharashtra Municipal Elections See 54.77% Voter Turnout; BJP Leads With 72 BMC Seats

Maharashtra municipal elections recorded a 54.77% voter turnout, with Ichalkaranji highest at 69.76%. BJP is leading BMC seats with 72. Counting is underway.

January 16, 2026

US Congress Visits Denmark as Trump Pushes to Annex Greenland

A US Congress delegation visits Denmark to support NATO allies amid Trump's bold plan to buy or seize Greenland. Denmark and Greenland oppose the move as Arctic security tensions rise.

January 16, 2026

State Govt Orders Quick FIRs and Legal Action on Govt Fund Theft After PAC Criticism

Following sharp criticism by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), the State government has ordered all departments to act swiftly against officials involved in theft or misuse of government money. Departments must file FIRs and start legal action without delay. This move aims to end excuses about ongoing vigilance probes blocking action.