January 2, 2026

Deadly Fire at Swiss Alpine Bar Kills Over 40 on New Year's Eve

A fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has killed more than 40 people and injured many others during New Year’s Eve celebrations. The blaze spread fast, trapping many inside the basement club. Investigation into the cause is underway.

January 2, 2026

KSEB Adds Thermal Fuel Surcharge on January Electricity Bills to Cover Extra Power Costs

Kerala State Electricity Board will charge a thermal fuel surcharge of 7 paise per unit for bimonthly consumers and 8 paise for monthly consumers in January. The fee recovers ₹18.45 crore spent on higher fuel costs for power in November 2025, as per KSEB and State Electricity Regulatory Commission rules.

January 2, 2026

Infant Dies in Indore After Water Contamination Sparks Diarrhoea Outbreak

A six-month-old baby in Indore died after drinking contaminated water. Over 1400 people fell ill in Bhagirathpura due to a vomiting-diarrhoea outbreak. The government offered ₹2 lakh compensation, but the family refused it.

January 2, 2026

New Study Reveals Deeper Causes of Assam’s 1961 Language Violence in Silchar

A fresh academic study shows Assam's 1961 language crisis in Silchar was a mix of political choices, colonial legacy, and identity issues, not just Assamese vs Bengali fight.

January 2, 2026

Telangana Pays ₹3,593 Crore for Free Power to Over 52 Lakh under Gruha Jyoti Scheme

Telangana Government has paid ₹3,593.17 crore for the Gruha Jyoti Scheme, which supplies up to 200 free electricity units monthly to 52.82 lakh beneficiaries since March 2024.

January 2, 2026

Telangana Govt Boosts Agro and Soya Processing Units with Incentives for Private Firms

Telangana Government actively backs private firms to start agro and soya-based processing units with financial help and policy support. No government-owned soya unit planned, but private players get full encouragement.

January 2, 2026

Mysuru’s Chamundi Hill Faces Ecological Threats; Peaceful Walk Planned on Jan 4

Chamundi Hill in Mysuru, rich in nature and spirituality, is under threat from unchecked commercialisation and big projects. A peaceful walk on Jan 4 aims to raise awareness and save this iconic site.

January 2, 2026

UAE Banks End SMS OTPs from 2026, Switch to In-App Biometric Payment Approvals

From January 6, 2026, UAE banks will stop sending SMS OTPs for online card payments. Instead, users must approve transactions through bank apps using biometrics for stronger security.

January 2, 2026

TOI World Desk Delivers Round-the-Clock Global News with Depth and Accuracy

TOI World Desk offers nonstop, accurate global news coverage. Its skilled team brings fresh perspectives on worldwide events, keeping readers informed every hour.

January 2, 2026

Kashmir Temperatures Fall as Clear Skies Bring Cold Snap and Snowfall

Kashmir's minimum temperatures dropped amid clear skies, with snowfall at Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg. Weather to stay dry till January 5, officials say.