January 2, 2026

Toxic Tap Water Kills at Least Four in Indore Amid Diarrhoea Outbreak

At least four people have died in Indore after contaminated tap water caused a severe diarrhoea outbreak. Over 200 people are hospitalized and thousands affected in Bhagirathpura neighbourhood. Officials say a pipeline leak let sewage mix with drinking water, sparking an investigation and urgent action.

January 2, 2026

Punjab to Launch Free Cashless Medical Scheme Covering All Families from Jan 15

Punjab Health Minister announces 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna' offering free medical treatment up to ₹10 lakh for 65 lakh families. Launch on January 15 with over 9,000 enrolment camps.

January 2, 2026

New Link Bridge in Hyderabad Cuts Travel Time by Half

Hyderabad's Minister Ponnam Prabhakar opened a new 48.2m link bridge connecting Chikkadpally and Domalguda, reducing travel time by nearly 50%. Built by GHMC for ₹6 crore, the bridge improves city infrastructure amid urban growth.

January 2, 2026

Telangana's Musi Rejuvenation Phase-I DPR Near Complete; ₹4,100 Crore ADB Aid Sought

Telangana's Musi Rejuvenation Project Phase-I DPR covering 21 km is almost ready. The state seeks ₹4,100 crore from ADB. Works to start post March 2026.

January 2, 2026

Jana Sena Party urges Election Commission for urgent electoral roll update and remote voting in Andhra Pradesh

Jana Sena Party met Election Commission officials urging early Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Andhra Pradesh. They pushed for remote voting for migrant workers and improved polling infrastructure to boost voter turnout.