January 2, 2026

Thiruvarasu Temple at Gangaikonda Cholapuram Honors Vaishnavism's First Acharya Nathamunigal

Near Gangaikonda Cholapuram, the Thiruvarasu temple honors Nathamunigal, the first Vaishnavite Acharya who recovered the 4,000 hymns called Nalayira Divya Prabandham. Recently found idols and excavations affirm the temple's deep historic roots and Nathamunigal's lasting legacy.

January 2, 2026

Australia Readies Record-Breaking Electric Cars as 2026 EV Tax and Charges Loom

Australia will get new electric utes, sports cars, and hatchbacks in 2026. Prices will break records on both ends. But a new electric vehicle tax and road-user charge may slow the boom.

January 2, 2026

Tamil Nadu Sees 8.4% Vehicle Registration Rise in 2025; Electric Vehicles Surge

Vehicle registrations in Tamil Nadu rose 8.4% in 2025, driven by a sharp jump in electric vehicle registrations, especially two-wheelers. Petrol vehicles still dominate the roads, while the government's tax exemptions are boosting EV adoption.

January 2, 2026

Dong Hosts 'Dance of the Dawn' to Welcome India's First Sunrise of 2026

Dong village in Arunachal Pradesh celebrated the first sunrise of 2026 with 'Alo Prabhat: Dance of the Dawn', a festival showcasing Meyor and Mishmi tribal culture. The event features music, dance, poetry and a Sunrise Pledge to promote peace and cultural exchange.

January 2, 2026

Tamil Nadu starts All India Tiger Estimation 2026 from January 5

Tamil Nadu Forest Department begins All India Tiger Estimation 2026 on January 5. This large wildlife survey runs until February, tracking tigers and other animals using camera traps and technology.