January 20, 2026

Mahamagham Festival in Tirunavaya Awaits Big Crowd, Rituals Start Jan 22

The Mahamagham festival at Tirunavaya on Bharathapuzha banks has started but crowds are yet to swell. Traders hope for busy days. Rituals and aratis begin January 22. Green protocols and safety measures are set by organisers.

January 20, 2026

Mysuru Launches Swachh Category Competitions to Boost Cleanliness and Public Health

Mysuru City Corporation has started Swachh Category Competitions across nine sectors to promote cleanliness and scientific waste management. Citizens and institutions can register by January 26 to join this green drive.

January 20, 2026

APEPDCL Conducts Public Hearing, No Objections On Retail Electricity Tariffs For 2026-27

APEPDCL held hybrid public hearings across Andhra Pradesh on retail electricity tariffs for 2026-27. No objections were raised, and officials indicated no tariff hike next year.

January 20, 2026

At Least 41 Dead in Spain Train Crash; Rail Gap Under Investigation

Deadly two-train crash in southern Spain kills 41, injures 120+. Investigators focus on a 30cm rail gap. Rescue teams continue search amid national mourning.

January 20, 2026

Violence in Assam's Kokrajhar: One Dead, RAF Deployed, Internet Suspended

Clashes between Bodos and tribals in Assam's Kokrajhar have left one person dead. RAF forces have been deployed, and Internet services suspended to control the unrest.