January 6, 2026

Villages Buzz with Preparations for Sankranthi Harvest Festival

Rural areas come alive as families prepare for Sankranthi with new paint, ethnic foods, clothes, and festive fun. Farmers pray for a good crop and celebrate tradition.

January 6, 2026

Yellowstone Volcano: A Deep Look into Its Past Eruptions and Magma Renewals

Yellowstone sits atop a huge volcanic system active for over 2 million years. Recent studies reveal it erupts in cycles, storing magma in crystal-rich zones. Its lava flows record Earth's magnetic history too. Despite ongoing activity underground, the risk of eruption remains uncertain but shows a dynamic system shaping the region.

January 5, 2026

Bengaluru Minimum Temperature Falls 3-4°C Amid Clear Skies This Week

Bengaluru’s minimum temperature dropped by 3-4 degrees Celsius over the past days due to clear skies, says IMD. The lowest reading was 13.8°C at Kempegowda Airport.

January 5, 2026

Parliament Clears SHANTI Bill to Open India's Nuclear Energy to Private Players with Govt Oversight

India’s Parliament approved the SHANTI Bill, allowing private and foreign firms to own and operate nuclear plants under government control. The Bill boosts energy security with ₹20,000 crore for new tech, sets clear safety rules, but sparks opposition over liability and transparency concerns.

January 5, 2026

Agasthyarkoodam Trek 2026 Set for Jan 14-Feb 11, Fee Fixed at ₹3,000

The 2026 Agasthyarkoodam trekking season will run from January 14 to February 11. The Forest department fixed the fee at ₹3,000 per person. Trekkers need a recent medical fitness certificate and can book online in two phases.