January 3, 2026

PM Modi Inaugurates Grand Exhibition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics After 127 Years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened the historic exhibition 'The Light & the Lotus' displaying Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha, returned after 127 years. The show at Rai Pithora Cultural Complex attracts history lovers and celebrates India's rich heritage.

January 3, 2026

Thousands in Gaza Face Harsh Winter as Aid Tents Fail to Protect from Storms

Storm rains damaged thousands of tents supplied to displaced Palestinians in Gaza, leaving 235,000 people exposed. Aid tents from China, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia fall short of protection. UN and NGOs warn the crisis deepens amid ongoing conflict and complex aid challenges.

January 3, 2026

Delhi Records 8.1°C Minimum; Cold Wave Expected, AQI Poor at 240

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 8.1°C on January 3, 2026, above seasonal average. A cold wave may hit isolated areas till January 6. The city’s air quality index remained poor at 240, says IMD and CPCB data.

January 3, 2026

Kolkata Launches Campaign to Save Historic Tamarind Tree Planted by Freedom Fighter

Residents in south Kolkata are racing to save a 70-year-old tamarind tree linked to freedom fighter Parul Mukherjee. The tree faces removal risk amid redevelopment, sparking a signature drive with thousands backing its protection.

January 3, 2026

Supreme Court Stays Mining Ban in Haryana's Aravalli Hills Amid Protests

The Supreme Court stayed its November 2025 order redefining Aravalli hills protection after protests from locals and environmentalists. Illegal mining harms the region's ecology and livelihoods. Villagers warn destruction could endanger over 100 villages in Mewat.