January 14, 2026

Telangana Tourism to Release 100 More Tickets for Hyderabad Hot Air Balloon Festival

Tickets for Hyderabad’s Hot Air Balloon Festival vanished quickly. Telangana Tourism will release 100 extra tickets on January 14. The event runs from January 16 to 18 with flights at sunrise and evening balloon displays.

January 14, 2026

Security Forces Expand Hunt for Terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua District

Security forces have widened their cordon in Kathua's remote areas to catch terrorists. Operations continue in Najote forest and nearby villages with reinforcements deployed.

January 14, 2026

Dal Lake and Kashmir Water Bodies Freeze Amid Deepening Cold

Parts of Dal Lake and many water bodies in Kashmir froze on January 14 as sub-zero temperatures dropped further during the coldest phase called Chilla-i-Kalan, with Shopian recording minus 7.5°C.

January 14, 2026

Hyderabad Hot Air Balloons Operate with Double Fuel and Strict Safety Checks

Hyderabad’s hot air balloons carry twice the needed fuel for safety. Pilots follow strict DGCA rules, use certified equipment, and rely on a large support team. Flights run mainly in winter due to weather limits.

January 14, 2026

Kyiv Battles -19C Cold and Power Cuts Amid Russian Strikes; 'Invincibility Trains' Offer Warmth

Kyiv struggles with bitter -19C cold and power outages after Russian attacks on energy. Invincibility Trains provide warmth and hope to locals amid crisis.