January 18, 2026

Massive Traffic Jam Hits NH65 as Thousands Return to Hyderabad After Sankranti

NH65 near Hyderabad faced heavy traffic on Saturday evening with up to 50,000 vehicles crossing Panthangi toll plaza. Police deployed diversions and over 500 officers to avoid total gridlock.

January 18, 2026

Man and Two Sons Drown While Fishing in Tiruvannamalai Lake During Pongal Holidays

A man and his two young sons tragically drowned in a lake near Tiruvannamalai while fishing during Pongal. Rescue teams recovered their bodies after the wife found their slippers.

January 18, 2026

Chennai Launches 24-Hour Continuous Water Supply Pilot in Adyar Zone

Chennai begins testing nonstop piped water supply in Adyar to end intermittent supply. The ₹271.50-crore project uses a looped pipeline for equal water flow and better quality. Residents welcome the plan but stress clean water and fixing old pipes.

January 18, 2026

Kerala Tourist Dies in Arunachal During Rescue at Frozen Sela Lake

Madhav M., a 26-year-old tourist from Kerala, drowned trying to save a friend in Arunachal Pradesh's Sela Lake. His body was recovered on January 17, 2026, amid rescue efforts involving multiple agencies.

January 18, 2026

27-Day-Old Baby Dies of Hypothermia in Gaza as Child Death Toll Hits Eight This Winter

A 27-day-old baby named Aisha died of severe cold in Gaza, raising the number of child hypothermia deaths to eight this winter. Ongoing conflict, fuel shortages, and harsh weather worsen health crises in the region.

January 18, 2026

Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Europe Until US Buys Greenland

Donald Trump threatens steep tariffs on European nations including Denmark, UK and Germany unless Greenland is sold to the US. Tariffs start at 10% from February and rise to 25% in June. The move deepens tensions over the Arctic island and NATO relations.

January 18, 2026

Mudslip Kills Three Migrant Labourers at Nilgiris Construction Site

Three migrant workers died in a mudslide at a Nilgiris construction site on Saturday. Police are investigating safety and permission issues at the site. Rescue efforts saved one worker, who later died en route to hospital.

January 17, 2026

ICE Raids Stir Fear Among Indian Students in Minnesota Over Illegal Restaurant Jobs

In Minnesota, ICE raids targeting migrants spark anxiety. Viral video shows two students detained, claimed as Indian. NRI groups warn students against part-time restaurant work violating visa laws.

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.