January 22, 2026

CFL Alleges ₹14.65 Crore Financial Irregularities in APSPDCL Transformer Procurement

CFL Chairman A.B. Venkateswara Rao accuses APSPDCL of avoiding open tenders and overpaying for transformers, causing ₹14.65 crore losses. The complaint urges APERC to investigate.

January 22, 2026

Vellore Corporation Installs Metal Bins to Tackle Plastic Waste at Busy Spots

Vellore Corporation sets up metal bins at six crowded locations to stop plastic waste dumping, especially PET bottles, and protect Nicholson canal. The bins will be emptied daily, aiding rainwater flow and local cleanliness.

January 22, 2026

TOI World Desk Delivers Accurate Global News While Protecting Your Privacy

TOI World Desk brings nonstop global news with accuracy and depth. They promise not to share your personal data for ads, safeguarding your privacy.

January 22, 2026

USCIS Plans Surprise H-1B Employer Inspections in Houston Amid ICE Crackdown

USCIS will carry out unannounced visits to H-1B employers in Houston soon. Employers must have all paperwork ready. Red flags may lead to ICE action.

January 22, 2026

JD(S) Pushes for EVMs in Bangalore Corporation Polls, Not Ballot Papers

JD(S) wants the State Election Commission to use EVMs in Greater Bengaluru elections. They say EVM misuse is unproven and ballots have pitfalls. BJP also supports this move.

January 22, 2026

Israeli Strike Kills Three Journalists in Gaza Amid Ceasefire Tensions

Three Palestinian journalists working on a humanitarian mission were killed in an Israeli strike in Gaza. The attack raises fresh fears amid ongoing ceasefire violations between Israel and Hamas.

January 22, 2026

Thousands of Farmers and Tribals March 60 km to Palghar Collector's Office Demanding Action

Massive protest by farmers and tribals from Vasai and Palghar tehsils marches 60 km to Palghar Collector office. Led by CPI(M), they vow to stay until demands are met.

January 22, 2026

Supreme Court orders Delhi to implement CAQM's long-term plan to tackle air pollution

The Supreme Court has directed Delhi and other authorities to submit plans for long-term measures to reduce air pollution, focusing mainly on cutting vehicle emissions as advised by CAQM.

January 22, 2026

KEONICS to Replace 17 Substandard Computers Supplied to Karnataka Information Commission

KEONICS will replace 17 all-in-one computers supplied to Karnataka Information Commission that failed to meet specifications. Only 5 of 22 supplied units had cameras. Vendor Intellic Systems received a show-cause notice.

January 22, 2026

KSCA Rolls Out Safety Plans for IPL 2026 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium

KSCA plans new safety features at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, including ample holding areas and separate queues for women and children. These steps aim to give fans a secure match-day experience during IPL 2026.