January 10, 2026

Madras High Court Orders SASTRA University Eviction From Govt Land for Prison

The Madras High Court has ordered SASTRA University to vacate 31.37 acres of government land in Thanjavur within four weeks. The land is needed to build a prison. The court rejected university's petitions and noted the government can refuse alternative land offers.

January 10, 2026

Attorney-General Says New Data Law Does Not Weaken RTI Act Transparency

Attorney-General R. Venkataramani states the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, does not dilute the Right to Information Act, 2005. He explains balance between privacy and transparency remains intact despite amendments sparking concerns.

January 10, 2026

NGT Rules Tent City on Ganga Riverbed in Varanasi Violates Environmental Laws

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) found the Tent City in Varanasi, set up on the Ganga riverbed in 2023, broke environmental laws. The project, inaugurated by PM Modi, must pay environmental compensation promptly, says the NGT.

January 10, 2026

Wild Elephant Kills Two More in Jharkhand; Death Toll Reaches 17 in Nine Days

A wild elephant in Jharkhand’s West Singhbhum district killed two more people, including a minor, on January 9. The tusker’s attacks have claimed 17 lives in nine days. Forest officials are working hard to control the rogue elephant using drones and tranquilizers.

January 9, 2026

Karnataka Govt Forms Greater Mysuru City Corporation Covering 341.44 Sq Km

Karnataka government has officially expanded Mysuru City limits to create Greater Mysuru City Corporation. It now covers 341.44 sq km including Mysuru, Hootagalli, and nearby villages. Public feedback invited for 30 days before final approval.

January 9, 2026

Switzerland's Deadly New Year Bar Fire Kills 40, Owners Held for Manslaughter

A deadly fire at Le Constellation bar in Switzerland's Crans-Montana killed 40 young people. Owners arrested amid safety probe. The nation mourns and safety checks increase.

January 9, 2026

Karnataka High Court Quashes Cruelty Case Over Food Restrictions After Childbirth

Karnataka High Court dismissed a criminal complaint against a man accused by his wife of cruelty related to food restrictions after childbirth. The court said the case was a misuse of law and dismissed all allegations under IPC Section 498A, criticizing police for hasty FIR and harassment.

January 9, 2026

First Taliban Diplomat Arrives in Delhi to Lead Afghan Embassy After Nearly 5 Years

Mufti Noor Ahmad Noor, a senior Taliban official, has arrived in Delhi to become Charge d’Affaires at the Afghanistan Embassy. This marks the first Taliban-led diplomatic mission in India after nearly five years, following an agreement made during Taliban FM Amir Khan Mottaqi's 2025 visit.

January 9, 2026

Trade Unions Call General Strike on Feb 12 Against Labour Codes

Ten Central Trade Unions in Delhi call for a general strike on February 12. They demand immediate rollback of four Labour Codes and warn of indefinite strike otherwise.

January 9, 2026

Activists Urge Supreme Court for Humane Stray Dog Management Amid Rising Attacks

Animal rights activists ask India’s Supreme Court to soften its order on stray dogs and suggest kinder ways to handle the problem. They highlight attacks on dog feeders and call for municipal accountability and better sterilisation tracking.