January 12, 2026

Probe Launched After Drone Spotted Flying Over Kannur Central Jail in Kerala

A police investigation has started after a drone-like object was seen near Kannur Central Jail in Kerala. Officials suspect it was used for smuggling contraband inside the prison.

January 12, 2026

ISRO Faces Back-to-Back PSLV Rocket Failures With Third Stage Issues

ISRO's trusted PSLV rocket failed two times in a row. The PSLV-C61 and PSLV-C62 missions faced problems in the third stage solid motor, leading to mission aborts and loss of satellites, including spy satellites. The full investigation report remains classified due to military and quality concerns.

January 12, 2026

ECI May Take Action Against Officer Mousam Sarkar Over Election Roll Discrepancies

Mousam Sarkar, electoral officer in West Bengal, faces possible action for publicly questioning flaws in voter revision. He defends his stand as being in public interest.

January 12, 2026

Ten Held After Communal Clashes in Tripura's Unakoti District; Internet Shutdown Continues

Ten people were arrested following communal violence in Tripura’s Unakoti district. Prohibitory orders and internet suspension remain while police patrol sensitive areas. Political leaders have reacted strongly to the incident.

January 12, 2026

Three Dead in High-Speed Head-On Collision in Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode

A fatal head-on crash early Monday in Kunnamangalam, Kerala, killed three people instantly. Two other injured are hospitalized. High speed was blamed.

January 12, 2026

Indian High Commission Celebrates Pongal Festival with 1,500 Migrant Workers in Singapore

Nearly 1,500 Indian migrant workers joined the Indian High Commission in Singapore for a lively Pongal celebration. The festival showcased Tamil culture with music, dance, and traditional arts, bringing together workers, volunteers, and officials for a joyful day of community and culture.

January 12, 2026

ISRO's PSLV-C62/EOS-N1 Mission Faces Third Stage Anomaly After Lift-off

ISRO's PSLV-C62 carrying EOS-N1 and 15 other satellites encountered an issue near the end of its third stage. A detailed analysis is underway to understand the anomaly.

January 12, 2026

Four Major Banks Challenge RBI's RTI Disclosure on Defaulters and NPAs

Bank of Baroda, RBL Bank, Yes Bank, and SBI have moved the Central Information Commission to stop RBI from sharing data on defaulters, NPAs, and penalties. RBI says this info should be public under the RTI Act.

January 12, 2026

First Accused in T.P. Chandrasekharan Murder Granted 20-Day Parole in Kerala

M.C. Anoop, convicted in the T.P. Chandrasekharan murder case, has been given 20 days parole from Kannur Central Jail under strict rules. Others have recently returned from their parole terms.

January 12, 2026

Bandh Shuts Kokrajhar After Rape of Mentally-Challenged Woman; Accused Injured in Police Firing

A bandh shut down Kokrajhar on January 11, 2026, protesting the rape of a mentally-challenged woman. The accused, from Dhubri, tried to escape during police custody and was injured in firing. A Special Investigation Team is probing the case amid tight security.