January 13, 2026

Jammu and Kashmir LG Sacks Five Govt Employees for Militant Links

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has terminated five government employees for alleged militant ties with terror groups including Lashkar-e-Toiba and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen. The dismissed include a teacher, a driver, and a lineman.

January 13, 2026

Sharjah Charity Launches AED 130 Million Joud Campaign for Ramadan 2026

Sharjah Charity International kicks off the Joud 2026 drive with a goal of AED 130 million to aid two million people during Ramadan. The campaign promises speedy global support and unveils a new smart donation app.

January 13, 2026

Telangana Rushes to Shift Govt Offices by Jan 31 Deadline Amid AP Building Dispute

Telangana Government departments have 18 days left to move offices from rented spaces to government buildings by January 31, 2026. Many offices in Hyderabad can be relocated, but Andhra Pradesh's hold on some key buildings stalls the process. The state spends crores on rent while awaiting premises handover.

January 13, 2026

Kuwait Auctions Unused iPhones, iPads from National Assembly Stock

Kuwait's Ministry of Finance is auctioning unused iPhones, iPads, and routers from the National Assembly. The auction runs from Jan 11-14, 2026, with bids opened on Jan 21. Buyers can grab premium tech at bargain prices after inspection in person.

January 13, 2026

AP Transport Minister Warns Private Bus Operators Over Fare Hike During Sankranthi Festival

AP Transport Minister M. Ramprasad Reddy warns private bus operators against charging extra fares during Sankranthi. APSRTC continues free women travel and launches cargo promotion drive.

January 13, 2026

Niger Cancels Licences of Drivers Refusing Fuel Delivery to Jihadist-Hit Mali

Niger has revoked licences of 33 transport operators and drivers who refused to deliver vital fuel to Mali. The deliveries face deadly attacks by jihadists imposing a fuel blockade on Mali. Niger calls the refusal a serious violation amid growing security threats on the 1,400 km fuel route.

January 13, 2026

HR&CE Launches ₹7.95 Crore Project for 7-Tier Gopuram at Historic Somanathar Temple

HR&CE begins building a new seven-tier gopuram at Somanathar Temple in Pazhayarai. The ₹7.95 crore donor-backed project aims to restore this ancient Chola temple’s glory with foundation strengthening and elegant design.

January 13, 2026

Four Police Suspended After History-Sheeter Murder at Kilpauk Hospital

Four police officers were suspended for negligence after a history-sheeter was murdered inside Kilpauk Medical College Hospital at night. The incident sparked criticism and investigations are ongoing.

January 13, 2026

Fire Ravages 38 Homes in Kakinada; CM Naidu Orders Immediate Relief and New Housing

A massive fire destroyed 38 houses in Kakinada's Sarlankapalle village during Sankranti, displacing 120 people. CM Chandrababu Naidu reviewed relief steps, promising aid and new homes. YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy called for ₹1 lakh ex-gratia per family.

January 13, 2026

Elephant Calf Dies After Eating Explosive in Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve; One Arrested

A young elephant calf died after consuming a country-made explosive in Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve. One person has been arrested and the search continues for others involved.