January 19, 2026

Illegal Motorcycles Invade Kozhikode Footpaths, Endangering Pedestrians

Motorcycles are illegally riding on Kozhikode footpaths, forcing pedestrians onto busy roads and damaging footpath tiles. Residents demand strict action and CCTV monitoring.

January 19, 2026

TTD Plans Sri Venkateswara Temples Across India to Boost Devotion

TTD Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal announced new Sri Venkateswara temples in Assam, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. The move aims to spread Bhakti tradition. Infrastructure upgrades, staff appointments, and daily Annadanam extensions are also underway, guided by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu’s direction.

January 19, 2026

Calcutta High Court Takes Suo Motu Notice on Rising Air Pollution in Kolkata

The Calcutta High Court on January 19 took suo motu cognisance of the worsening air pollution in Kolkata and Howrah. The court has called on the state government to respond by February 28. An advocate's PIL highlights increasing health risks. Experts blame weather and waste burning for trapped pollutants.

January 19, 2026

Tense Denmark vs USA Ice Hockey Clash at Winter Olympics Amid Greenland Dispute

Denmark and the USA will meet in ice hockey on February 14 at the Winter Olympics. Political tensions run high due to the US push to buy Greenland. Denmark’s players aim to fight hard on ice, ignoring the diplomatic frost.

January 19, 2026

World’s Oldest Monastic Brewery Weltenburger Sold to Schneider Weisse Amid Falling Beer Sales

Germany’s ancient Weltenburger brewery is being sold to Munich’s Schneider Weisse. The deal aims to save the historic Bavarian brewery as beer sales fall across Germany.

January 19, 2026

Karnataka to Protect 8 More Temples in Lakkundi by February-End

Karnataka government will protect 8 more temples and wells in Lakkundi, Gadag. Funds released and museum plans announced. Excavations and resident talks underway.

January 19, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Races Ahead with ₹23.5 Lakh Crore Investments and Amaravati as Capital

IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh says Andhra Pradesh is growing fast with Amaravati as its capital. The state secured ₹23.5 lakh crore in investments and is building sectors like quantum computing, aquaculture, electronics, and pharma.

January 19, 2026

RPF Live Band Concert at Tirupati Station Celebrates 150 Years of 'Vande Mataram'

Railway Protection Force held a lively concert at Tirupati station on January 19, 2026, to mark 150 years of 'Vande Mataram'. Passengers enjoyed six stanzas of the iconic song and other national tunes, sparking pride and unity.

January 19, 2026

Astrophotographer Reveals Stunning 'Giraffe Nebula' in Milky Way's Star Field

A dark nebula resembling a giraffe was captured by astrophotographer Greg Meyer in Cassiopeia. The shadow-like shape, known as LDN 1245, blocks starlight behind it, creating a striking image that’s gone viral online.

January 19, 2026

Brahmotsavams Begin at Devunikadapa Temple With Grand Dhwajarohanam Flag Hoisting

The annual Brahmotsavams festival started at the Lakshmi Venkateswara Swamy temple in Devunikadapa with the colorful Dhwajarohanam ritual. The Garuda flag was hoisted amid traditional celebrations, with daily cultural and devotional events planned by TTD’s Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishad.