January 16, 2026

Persistence and Passion Shine at State School Arts Festival Amid Challenges

V.P. Mansiya returns not as contestant but teacher after past bans. Students fight court to perform. Officials plan to shorten tribal art events due to fainting cases.

January 16, 2026

Karnataka High Court Halts Roerich Estate Eco-Tourism Project Over Environmental Concerns

Karnataka High Court has stopped state plans to develop Roerich Estate into an eco-tourism hub. The move follows environmental concerns and legal issues raised by a trust, highlighting risks to local wildlife and forest land.

January 16, 2026

First Bull Race of 2026 Season Starts in Vellore With 150 Bulls in Three Villages

The 2026 bull racing season began in Vellore with 150 bulls racing in Panamadangi, Sivanathapuram, and Gudalavaripalli. Officials ensure animal safety and crowd control as races continue through March.

January 16, 2026

Environment Ministry orders redesign of ₹40.94 crore Dugong Centre in Tamil Nadu's fragile coastal zone

The Environment Ministry's Expert Appraisal Committee asks Tamil Nadu to redesign its ₹40.94 crore Dugong Conservation Centre at Manora. The original plan involves heavy cement use in a protected coastal area. The committee insists on low-impact, eco-friendly building methods to protect mangroves and seagrass beds.

January 16, 2026

Trump Demands Hamas' Quick Disarmament as Gaza Enters 2nd Ceasefire Phase

Donald Trump urges Hamas to fully disarm and return Israel's last captive during the second phase of the US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza. Tensions rise as reconstruction and aid efforts move forward.

January 16, 2026

Karnataka Plans Record ₹93,000 Crore Borrowing Amid Rising Revenue Deficit

Karnataka faces a ₹19,262 crore revenue deficit in 2025-26 and plans record borrowing of ₹93,000 crore in final quarter. CM Siddaramaiah’s government braces for budget challenges amid GST impact and rising debt.

January 16, 2026

AP-Genco Revamps Thermal Units, Hits Record 6,009 MW Power Generation

AP-Genco completed major maintenance at key thermal plants, pushing power output to a record 6,009 MW on Jan 4, 2026. Emissions are controlled using coal mix, avoiding costly FGD systems.

January 16, 2026

Tired Tracked Eagle Rescued in Vijayapura Village

Villagers in Vijayapura found a tired eagle with a tracking tag. Police and forest officials confirmed it came from Maharashtra's Melaghat forest. The bird is now safe in a local enclosure.

January 16, 2026

Kerala Launches Work Near Home Centres to Create 5 Lakh Jobs and Boost Local Economy

Kerala will set up Work Near Home centres in every panchayat to offer 5 lakh jobs and add ₹5,000 crore to the economy. The first centre opens in Kottarakara on January 19 with 141 workstations and cutting-edge facilities.

January 16, 2026

Redgram MSP Procurement Rises Sharp in Andhra Pradesh Kharif-2025 Season

Andhra Pradesh sees a sharp rise in redgram cultivation with over 1,286 MT procured so far under MSP. Nandyal and Anantapur lead with thousands of farmers supported and active procurement centers.