January 13, 2026

Manidhanaeyam Free IAS Academy Supports UPSC Candidates with Yearbooks and Financial Aid

Manidhanaeyam Free IAS Academy gave The Hindu Yearbook 2026 to students and handed out travel allowance cheques and interview clothes for UPSC interviewees. The academy also covers lodging in Delhi to ease financial burdens.

January 13, 2026

Karnataka's Bhoomi Project Completes 25 Years, Revolutionizing Land Records Access for Millions

Karnataka’s Bhoomi project celebrates 25 years of digital land records. Over 39.8 crore RTCs issued, cutting delays and disputes. Farmers now get faster, transparent services with less hassle and fraud.

January 13, 2026

Rajasthan's Bamanwas Kankar Becomes First Fully Organic Village Panchayat

Bamanwas Kankar panchayat in Rajasthan has become the first village in the state certified fully organic. The village banned chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, promoting eco-friendly farming and animal rearing. This move improves soil, water, and health, supported by COFED's guidance. Seven hamlets pledged sustainable, chemical-free farming on January 2.

January 13, 2026

Eyewitnesses Describe Deadly Crackdown on Iran Protesters with Hundreds Killed

Witnesses in Iran reveal brutal security force attacks on unarmed protesters. Hundreds have died amid nationwide unrest triggered by economic hardship and political dissent.

January 13, 2026

Krithi Yennam from Karimnagar Among 100 Super-Winners of Project Veer Gatha 5.0

Krithi Yennam, a 9th class student from Karimnagar, was selected as one of the 100 super-winners in Project Veer Gatha 5.0, from nearly 2 crore students across India.

January 13, 2026

Bengaluru Civic Polls Set by June 30 After Five-Year Wait, Congress Leads Race

The Supreme Court has ordered Karnataka to hold Bengaluru civic elections by June 30, 2026. Congress is ahead with 1,100 applications. BJP and JD(S) prepare to compete. Leaders from all parties made strong remarks on poll readiness and their plans.

January 13, 2026

DHS Clarifies Viral Video of Immigration Agent Entering Porta-Potty with Handcuffed Man

A viral video showed an immigration agent entering a portable toilet with a handcuffed detainee in Brooklyn Center. DHS confirmed the detainee was a man who needed to use the restroom and said protocols prevent leaving suspects alone in enclosed spaces.

January 13, 2026

Manidhanaeyam Free IAS Academy Distributes Yearbook, Supports UPSC Interview Candidates

Manidhanaeyam Free IAS Academy handed out The Hindu Yearbook 2026 and gave travel allowance cheques plus interview clothes to UPSC interviewees. It also provides free boarding and lodging in Delhi. This support ensures money does not block candidates' success.

January 13, 2026

Kerala Teachers Clash Over ‘Vijnana Yatra’ Mega Quiz During Exam Season

Kerala teachers’ bodies are at loggerheads over the 'Vijnana Yatra – Chief Minister’s Mega Quiz'. KPSTA calls for its withdrawal citing exam stress and political bias, while KSTA defends the quiz, calling the objections baseless.

January 13, 2026

28 Fall Sick After Eating Ice Cream at Edayar Church Festival, Mostly Children Affected

Twenty-eight people, including 22 children, fell ill after eating ice cream at a church festival in Edayar. Symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea. Samples sent for testing.