January 17, 2026

Massive Crowds Flock to Kerala School Arts Festival’s Group Dance and Drama Battles

Thousands gathered on the penultimate day of Kerala State School Arts Festival to witness thrilling Group Dance and Drama contests. Kannur leads the Gold Cup race with Thrissur close behind.

January 17, 2026

Residents Block Road in Tiruvannamalai to Trap Stray Leopard Threatening Villages

People in Tiruvannamalai's farming villages blocked a main road, demanding action to trap a stray leopard attacking cattle and threatening safety. Forest officials confirmed the leopard’s sightings and are setting traps soon.

January 17, 2026

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January 17, 2026

Sabarimala Gold Theft: VSSC Report Given to SIT, Key Accused in Court Custody

The Kollam Vigilance Court handed the VSSC's scientific report on Sabarimala gold artefacts to SIT. Senior Tantri Rajeevaru is under judicial custody. Bail hearing for main accused Unnikrishnan Potti on Monday.

January 17, 2026

Paddy Farmers Face Loan Denial as CIBIL Scores Drop Due to PRS Loan Confusion

Paddy farmers in the State are struggling to get bank loans. Their CIBIL scores are dropping because the government’s paddy procurement payments are treated as loans, causing credit troubles.

January 17, 2026

AMB Cinemas Opens in Bengaluru with South India’s First Dolby Screen

AMB Cinemas launched a new multiplex in Bengaluru on Jan 16, 2026, introducing South India’s first Dolby Screen at the former Kapali Theatre site. The nine-screen multiplex blends history with technology but draws mixed reactions from cinephiles and locals. It aims to revive cinema culture with quality service and affordable prices.

January 17, 2026

L.K. Siya Fathima Makes History as First Online Competitor at State School Arts Festival

Despite a rare illness, L.K. Siya Fathima became the first student to compete online at the State School Arts Festival and won an ‘A’ Grade in Arabic Poster Designing.

January 17, 2026

CMC Vellore Marks Global Interventional Radiology Day with Free Ultrasound Tests and Educational Events

Christian Medical College in Vellore celebrated Global Interventional Radiology Day with educational stalls, free ultrasound tests for over 400 people, and demonstrations of key minimally invasive procedures.

January 17, 2026

Rahul Gandhi on Rohith Vemula's 10th Death Anniversary: Demand for Anti-Caste Discrimination Law

On Rohith Vemula's 10th death anniversary, Rahul Gandhi demands a strong law against caste discrimination in schools. He stresses that Dalit students face the same hardships and calls the 'Rohit Vemula Act' a must.

January 17, 2026

US Judge Limits ICE Tactics Against Peaceful Minneapolis Protesters Amid Rising Tensions

A US judge has barred ICE agents from arresting or pepper spraying peaceful protesters in Minneapolis. This order comes ahead of planned weekend protests and follows the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. Federal agents also face restrictions on detaining drivers without suspicion.