CAQM Report: Secondary Particulate Matter is Largest Cause of Delhi Winter Pollution

January 22, 2026

CAQM Report: Secondary Particulate Matter is Largest Cause of Delhi Winter Pollution

Delhi’s winter air pollution mainly comes from secondary particulate matter (27%), transport (23%), and biomass burning (20%). CAQM calls for unified data and new studies to tackle pollution effectively.

Delhi HC Orders IndiGo to File Affidavit on Refunds and Compensation for Flight Cancellations

January 22, 2026

Delhi HC Orders IndiGo to File Affidavit on Refunds and Compensation for Flight Cancellations

Delhi High Court directs IndiGo to submit affidavit on refund payments and compensation for passengers impacted by December flight cancellations. IndiGo offers ₹10,000 vouchers for severely affected flyers. Court seeks clarity on voucher validity and next hearing is in February.

Spain's Train Drivers Strike After Deadly Crashes Kill 44

January 22, 2026

Spain's Train Drivers Strike After Deadly Crashes Kill 44

Spain's biggest train drivers' union starts a three-day strike after two train crashes killed 44 people. The union demands better safety for workers and passengers.

SR University Enters THE Global Rankings in Computer Science and Engineering

January 22, 2026

SR University Enters THE Global Rankings in Computer Science and Engineering

SR University, Warangal, makes its debut in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. It ranks in the 601–800 band globally for Computer Science and Engineering, securing 21st and 18th places nationally respectively.

Bengaluru Traffic Police Collect ₹258.16 Crore in Fines in 2025 Amid Rebate Scheme Debate

January 22, 2026

Bengaluru Traffic Police Collect ₹258.16 Crore in Fines in 2025 Amid Rebate Scheme Debate

Bengaluru Traffic Police collected a record ₹258.16 crore in fines in 2025, doubling from last year mainly due to two 50% rebate schemes. Officials warn these rebates might hurt road safety and encourage traffic rule violations like helmet non-use and signal jumping.

NRIs Cannot Pay Property Deposits for Friends Buying UAE Homes, Warn Legal Experts

January 22, 2026

NRIs Cannot Pay Property Deposits for Friends Buying UAE Homes, Warn Legal Experts

NRIs in the UAE cannot legally pay property deposits for friends in India buying homes in the UAE. Such payments violate Indian foreign exchange rules under FEMA and may invite serious penalties from the Enforcement Directorate.

Forest Fire Rages for Two Days in Sikkim’s Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary Near Indo-China Border

January 22, 2026

Forest Fire Rages for Two Days in Sikkim’s Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary Near Indo-China Border

A forest fire at high altitude in Sikkim’s Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary has burned 12 hectares. Strong winds, dry weather, and tough terrain have slowed firefighting. No life or property lost.

Multiple Train Crashes in Spain Kill 44 and Raise Safety Concerns

January 22, 2026

Multiple Train Crashes in Spain Kill 44 and Raise Safety Concerns

Spain faced three train crashes this week, including a deadly high-speed collision in the south that killed 43. Two commuter line crashes added further injuries and one death.

Karnataka High Court Issues Notice to MLA B. Nagendra on CBI's Bail Cancellation Plea in ₹89 Crore Fraud

January 22, 2026

Karnataka High Court Issues Notice to MLA B. Nagendra on CBI's Bail Cancellation Plea in ₹89 Crore Fraud

Karnataka High Court on Thursday asked Ballari MLA B. Nagendra to respond to CBI's plea seeking cancellation of his anticipatory bail in a ₹89 crore fraud case. The court adjourned the case to January 29 and directed CBI to serve the notice.

TikTok Influencers Push Testosterone Tests to Young Men, Study Finds

January 22, 2026

TikTok Influencers Push Testosterone Tests to Young Men, Study Finds

A new study shows TikTok influencers are pushing testosterone tests and treatments to young men. They link masculinity to hormone levels, despite medical advice against routine screening in healthy men. Financial motives and misleading claims fuel this trend online.