January 26, 2026

Worst Floods in a Generation Hit Mozambique; Thousands Rescued as Waters Rise

Mozambique faces its worst floods in decades as over 600,000 people are affected. Rescue teams from Brazil, South Africa, and the UK are helping save many stuck in rising waters near Marracuene town.

January 26, 2026

Councillors to Hunger Strike Over Vyttila Junction Traffic Chaos on January 28

Councillors from four wards plan a hunger strike at Kerala’s busiest Vyttila Junction on January 28, demanding urgent decongestion and redevelopment after failed government actions.

January 26, 2026

Extreme Heat and Bushfires Hit Victoria and Surrounding Australian States

Victoria faces an extreme heat warning with dangerous temperatures peaking Tuesday and Wednesday. Severe heatwave alerts span NSW, ACT, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, and Northern Territory. At least six major bushfires rage across Victoria, causing watch and act warnings amid hot, dry weather.

January 26, 2026

Work Begins on ₹16.14 Crore Foot Overbridge at Tambaram-Velachery Road, Velachery

Construction of a long-awaited foot overbridge on Tambaram-Velachery Road in Velachery starts with a ₹16.14 crore budget. It will feature elevators and escalators to improve safety near busy schools and homes.

January 26, 2026

TNRDC to Resurface 13 km Stretch of East Coast Road from Akkarai to Mamallapuram

Tamil Nadu Road Development Company will renew 13 km of ECR road surface in three parts to improve smoothness and prevent cracks. The work starts soon and will finish in a month.