January 12, 2026

VTU Launches Mobile App to Stop Fake Activity Points in Engineering

Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) has created a new app to stop students from submitting fake proof for activity points. The app tracks students' extra curricular activities with geo-tagged photos and records hours spent, helping maintain fair assessment for degree eligibility.

January 12, 2026

Kozhikode DTPC Fires Workers Over Sewage Dumping Near Butt Road Beach Park

DTPC Kozhikode has terminated workers' contracts after sewage from a leaking toilet block was dumped on Varakkal beach. Authorities have cleaned the area and filed a police case. Nearby food stalls and hotels remain closed for hygiene.

January 12, 2026

Kudumbashree Launches 50 Meat Point Takeaway Counters Across Kerala

Kudumbashree is starting 50 takeaway counters called Meat Point across Kerala. They will serve breakfast, snacks, tea, and dinners including Kerala Chicken brand dishes. Beneficiaries get ₹75,000 financial aid and training is complete. The launch will begin soon in many districts.

January 12, 2026

CSIR-SERC Textile Concrete Reinforces 4 Flood-Damaged Houses in Kerala

Four houses in Kerala’s Ezhikkara panchayat damaged by tidal flooding will be strengthened with special salt-resistant textile concrete developed by CSIR-SERC. This pilot project aims to create climate-resilient homes at a low cost, with monitoring planned through the monsoon season to test durability.

January 12, 2026

Spanish Police Seize Nearly 10 Tonnes of Cocaine Hidden in Salt Near Canary Islands

Spanish police have made their biggest sea cocaine bust, finding almost 10 tonnes hidden in salt on a ship 332 miles off the Canary Islands. Thirteen suspects were arrested in this joint effort involving multiple countries.

January 12, 2026

Vijayawada Marks National Youth Day Urging Youth to Embrace Swami Vivekananda’s Teachings

Vijayawada celebrates the 163rd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. Youth urged to develop skills, meditate, and follow his inspiring teachings. Competitions held across Andhra Pradesh.

January 12, 2026

Gold Cup Receives Warm Festive Welcome in Chalakudy District Procession

The champion trophy for the State School Arts Festival arrived in Chalakudy with a lively procession involving students, officials, and locals. The event began at Chalakudy Government Boys Higher Secondary School and featured music and public participation.

January 12, 2026

Vizhinjam Ward Election Sees 66.97% Turnout; BJP Eyes Corp Majority

The Vizhinjam ward election in Thiruvananthapuram had 66.97% voter turnout. BJP looks to secure a simple majority of 51 seats in the 101-ward Corporation. Results to be out Tuesday with standing committee chair elections the next day.

January 12, 2026

TDP MLA Highlights Priority for Jhanjavati Irrigation Project to Help Farmers

TDP MLA Bonela Vijaya Chandra says the Jhanjavati irrigation project is a top state priority. He urges cooperation from Odisha and hopes for quick completion. The MLA also praised farmers during Sankranti celebrations.

January 12, 2026

Congress Demands Probe Into 'Rampant Corruption' in PMKVY After CAG Report Reveals Fake Data

Congress demands a full investigation into PMKVY after CAG report exposes fake beneficiaries, data fraud, and financial mismanagement in the skill development scheme. Allegations include 94% fake bank accounts and improper placements.