January 21, 2026

Banyan Trees Burnt Amid NH 163 Widening in Chevella Despite Legal Protection

Several banyan trees in Chevella on National Highway 163 have been burnt or destroyed during ongoing road widening. Despite legal battles and promises to save 765 trees, fires and sabotage have damaged many, threatening the success of the ‘Save Banyans’ campaign.

January 21, 2026

Kerala High Court Asks Govt to Respond on Compensation for Wayanad No Go Zone Lands

The Kerala High Court has asked the Central and State governments to reply on a petition seeking compensation for lands in landslide-hit Wayanad No Go Zones. The lands were taken over after July 2024 landslides and are now banned for construction.

January 21, 2026

Karnataka High Court Rejects Bail for Ex-MUDA Commissioner in PMLA MUDA Scam Case

The Karnataka High Court denied bail to G.T. Dinesh Kumar, former MUDA commissioner, in the PMLA case related to the MUDA scam. He remains in judicial custody with the court allowing a re-application after three months.

January 21, 2026

Nigerian Man Caught with ₹5.15 Crore Worth of MDMA and Ecstasy in Bangalore

Bangalore police arrested a 45-year-old Nigerian, Cornest Oneyachi Ugah, seizing 2.5 kg MDMA and 300 ecstasy tablets worth ₹5.15 crore from his home.

January 21, 2026

India Tourism and Industrial Fair in Chennai Turns 50: A Festival of Colours and Memories

The India Tourism and Industrial Fair at Chennai's Island Grounds marks its 50th year. Started in 1974 by Karunanidhi, it remains a popular family event with vibrant stalls, food, and rides.

January 21, 2026

Women of Mathematics Exhibition Opens in Bengaluru, Highlights Global Gender Gap in STEM

The 'Women of Mathematics From Around the World' exhibition is now in Bengaluru, featuring 20 female mathematicians from diverse countries. It highlights challenges women face in STEM and inspires young women to pursue math careers.

January 21, 2026

Inside Madras Central Prison: Harsh Realities from British Raj Era Revealed

Isaac Tyrrell’s 1904 book uncovers the harsh life in Madras Central Prison during British rule. From brutal punishments to grim prison conditions, it shows a side of history often hidden.

January 21, 2026

BDA's Flat Building Push Hits Roadblocks with Unsold Houses and Poor Facilities

BDA shifted from land allotment to building flats in Bengaluru to meet housing demand. But many apartments remain unsold due to poor location and infrastructure. Residents report delays and unclear maintenance responsibilities.

January 21, 2026

Europe Now Relies on US LNG, Giving Trump Major Control Over Energy Supply

Europe and the UK have shifted from Russian gas to US liquefied natural gas, boosting US influence. This switch raises risks as Trump uses energy exports for power and threatens tariffs.

January 21, 2026

Pollution Alert: Debris Balls Wash Up on Sydney Beaches After Heavy Rains

After heavy rain, sewage-related debris balls appeared on Sydney’s Malabar Beach and Botany Bay. Sydney Water warns people to avoid touching the foul-smelling blobs, linked to a massive fatberg in the city's sewer system.