January 14, 2026

Telangana Police Arrest Four, Seize 29 Kgs Ganja Worth ₹14.5 Lakh in Two Raids

Telangana's EAGLE Force and local police caught four drug peddlers and seized 29 kgs of ganja worth ₹14.5 lakh in Kukatpally and Mahabubabad during two coordinated raids.

January 14, 2026

Congress Unveils Karimnagar Civic Poll Manifesto With Clear Promises

Congress begins its civic poll campaign in Karimnagar by releasing a manifesto. It pledges to enhance amenities, fight corruption, and turn Karimnagar into a model city.

January 14, 2026

Three Youth Arrested with Elephant Tusks in Vellore Forest Operation

Forest officials arrested three young men in Vellore after seizing two large elephant tusks from their hideout in Sarangal Reserve Forest. The tusks were found on a dead elephant and hidden while they sought buyers.

January 14, 2026

Geoeconomic Confrontation Tops Global Risks in 2026, Cybersecurity Leads in India

The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2026 highlights geoeconomic confrontation as the biggest global risk. In India, cybersecurity and income inequality are major concerns. Technological threats like AI and misinformation rise in the rankings.

January 14, 2026

Mango Cultivation in Chittoor Faces Major Crisis in 2026 Due to Delayed Flowering and Market Troubles

Mango farming in Chittoor is in trouble for 2026. Flowering is delayed by two months, areas under cultivation are shrinking, and farmers still feel the impact of last year's market crash, where prices dropped below ₹3/kg. Officials warn that this year's yield may fall sharply below earlier forecasts.

January 14, 2026

EU to Lend €90bn to Ukraine with Flexible Military Equipment Rules

The EU will lend Ukraine €90bn this year, letting Kyiv buy military gear from non-European suppliers if needed. The loan supports military and budget costs, with repayment tied to Russian reparations. Ursula von der Leyen stressed Europe’s role and Ukraine’s anti-corruption steps.

January 14, 2026

Manikarnika Ghat Demolition Sparks Protests; Heritage Damage Denied by Officials

A demolition at Manikarnika Ghat triggered local protests claiming heritage destruction. Officials say redevelopment work is safe and no temples were harmed.

January 14, 2026

Switzerland's Massive Tunnel Network Runs Thousands of Kilometres Under Mountains

Switzerland boasts one of the world's largest tunnel systems with 1,852 tunnels spanning 2,544 km. The Gotthard Base Tunnel, at 57 km, is the longest worldwide. Tunnels help move traffic, power, and water through its mountainous terrain efficiently, with major projects ongoing under cities and regions.

January 14, 2026

Saudi Arabia Expands Riyadh Metro Red Line by 8.4 km with 5 New Stations

Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Riyadh City has awarded a contract to extend the Red Line of Riyadh Metro by 8.4 km. The expansion adds five stations, linking key city areas with the cultural Diriyah Gate. This move aims to boost public transport, cut travel times, and support Vision 2030’s urban plans.

January 14, 2026

Supreme Court to Hear ED Petition on Mamata Banerjee’s Alleged Obstruction in I-PAC Raids

The Supreme Court will hear the ED’s petition on January 15 seeking a CBI probe into alleged obstruction by Mamata Banerjee and others during raids on I-PAC offices in Kolkata. The case involves coal smuggling and hawala money, with the ED accusing the Chief Minister of blocking the investigation.