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Letters to The Editor January 1, 2026
Descent into farce: on the Election Commission of India, the SIR
Ad hoc changes and poor implementation mar the Election Commission of Indias Special Intensive Revision of elcetoral rolls
Plans in place to achieve 18.5% growth rate annually, says NTR Collector
Indias space programme, a peoples space journey
India is not only an active participant in the space age but is also shaping it
The U.S. tariff shock, Indias pharma future
For India, its strength in generics acts as a buffer, but diversification and reforms are a necessity
Bengaluru rings in 2026 with a night full of revelry
Lorry driver, helper held for smuggling 75 kg ganja on T.N.-A.P. border
Lighting of deepam in Thirupparankundram cant be stopped by anyone: Union Minister
Though the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court had granted permission to light the lamp in Thirupparankundram, the State government was acting out of political animosity, says Dharmendra Pradhan
Smritis record-breaking year to remember
In 2025, the vice-captain of the Indian womens team raised her game to a different level and accomplished various feats, notably becoming the fastest woman to the mark of 10,000 runs in international cricket in addition to playing an integral role in Indias victorious ODI World Cup campaign at home
T.N. Cyber Crime Wing rescues 1,212 potential victims of cyber crime
Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over Villa
The fourth goal, scored by substitute Gabriel Jesus one minute after coming on, highlighted the depth of Arsenal's bench this season and coach Mikel Arteta jubilantly high-fived his assistants at the final whistle
Secured over 92% conviction rate, cracked key terror cases in 2025: NIA
Major achievements include extradition of 2008 Mumbai terror attacks accused Tahawwur Rana from the U.S., and the arrest of several terrorists and their associates involved in the Pahalgam and Delhi attacks
India-UAE joint military exercise concludes in Abu Dhabi
The DESERT CYCLONEII exercise strengthened professional bonds between the two armies and contributed to the development of interoperable capabilities for future multinational operations
Revellers throng Beach Road to ring in the New Year
Left govt. distances itself from Bevcos liquor-naming contest amid Church criticism
Excise Minister says the advertisement inviting the public to suggest a name and logo for the liquor brand was issued by Bevco and the govt. has no role in the decision
English translation of Swaminatha Iyers writings on music released
Cancel permits of quarries posing a risk to petroleum pipeline: environmentalists
DRDO conducts salvo launch of Pralay missiles off Odisha coast
The DRDO carried out a salvo launch of two indigenous Pralay missiles from the same launcher on December 31. The test was held off the coast of Odisha
Pharmacies to display QR code for reporting adverse drug events
In 10 days, around 42,000 chemist shops in T.N. will display the QR codeas per the instructions of Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation
State Cabinet sanctions 159 posts at Cochin cancer centre
Prayers and celebrations mark New Year 2026 in Coimbatore
Toss was crucial, says Jharkhand skipper Kushagra
Dominant Women in Blue on the right track for T20 WC
Harmanpreet& Co. come up with a ruthless display to sweep the series against Sri Lanka; all-rounderDeepti,Shafalistar for India; after disappointing in first four gamesthe visitingside puts up a fighting performance in the final match
Drastic drop in grave crime cases in Madurai City in 2025
Commissioner of Police attributes it to concerted efforts, increased patrolling, preventive efforts
Awareness rally held on road safety
Kerala minister urges new local body members to prioritise waste management
GHMC Commissioner promises vastly improved performance in the new year
Malayali priest, seven others get bail in conversion case
The priest was arrested following a complaint from members of VHP and the Bajrang Dal; the priest, his family and his associates had gone to Shingori to attend a prayer meet
Head constable suspended for involvement in land grabbing case
Decade after GMRs ouster, AAI to study Maldives plea to run airport
Following a request from the Maldives government, the Civil Aviation Ministry has asked AAI to study a proposal to engage Indian companies to manage the upgraded Hanimaadhoo airport
Dharmasthala case: Temple seeks court permission to participate in case
Two migrant workers attacked by unidentified men in Sivaganga
NMDCThe Hindu FIC Chess Tournament in Hyderabad on January 3
Dr. NTRUHS conducts CPR training programme for staff
Fort Kochis viral Christmas tree shines bright with more than 100,000 lights
A rain tree in Fort Kochi, over 200 years old, decked up with sparkling lime yellow lights has become the most popular Christmas tree in the country
Chidambaram reaffirms Congresss alliance with DMK
26/11 hero Sadanand Date appointed as new DGP of Maharashtra; to take charge on January 3
Even today, Mr. Date carries metallic splinters from that night embedded in his body, especially one near his eye and he describes them as medals from a war zone rather than injuries.
Police seize 150 kg explosives in Rajasthans Tonk on New Years eve
Investigative agencies were working to determine the purpose for which the consignment was intended to be used, including for blasting at illegal mining sites in the Aravalli hills
NCB busts international drug trafficking syndicate, seizes 160 kg worth 8 crore
Star ratings mandatory for refrigerator, TV, LPG stove, cooling tower, chillers from Jan 1
Star labelling was earlier made mandatory on room air conditioners, electric ceiling-type fans, stationary storage type electric water heater, washing machine, and tubular fluorescent lamps and self-ballasted LED lamps
Iran government building attacked as top prosecutor responds to protests
The attack came after the countrys prosecutor general said the protestors economic concerns were legitimate, but warned action would be taken if necessary
Police conduct drug tests at PGs and hostels ahead of New Year celebrations
Ankitleads from the front to power Haryana to win
Ramanathapuram SP welcomes New Year by cutting cake with public
TFMA Trade Fair 2025 commences in Madurai with 280 stalls
A year of changing views in the Supreme Court
The year 2025 saw Supreme Court clarify, modify and recall its decisions in a variety of issues ranging from stray dogs to retrospective environmental clearances to pollution norms in response to either public furore or on the urging of authorities
Inmates of working womens hostel take ill in Tiruchi; 30 hospitalised
Andhra Pradesh disburses over 2,700 crore in NTR Bharosa pensions ahead of the New Year
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu says the decision to release pensions in advance is intended to bring cheer to poor households during the New Year
Melodies and moves mark culmination of Swaralaya festival
AI an accelerator not a threat: Anand Mahindra
Tiruchi private hospital under scanner of Maharashtra police for alleged illegal kidney racket
Era of uncertainty carries big strategic opportunities: Tata Group Chairman
Toll collection on Kozhikode bypass from January 1 is only a trial run, says NHAI
Vote chori is taking place via electoral rolls and not EVMs, Trinamool delegation says
The delegation highlights logical discrepancies affecting approximately 1.36 crore voters, including in unreasonable parent-child age gaps, grandparents ages, name and surname mismatches, and address-related issues
VPA Deputy Chairperson inaugurates heavy duty sweeping machine
Bangladesh's Islamist party open to unity government after February vote
Opinion polls suggest that Jamaat-e-Islami will finish a close second to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party in the first election it has contested in nearly 17 years as it marks a return to mainstream politics in Bangladesh
Mysuru Avadhoota Datta Peetham seerannounces 7-day Bhagavata Yagna in Vijayawada for world Peace
Kuppadam textiles from Chemancheri gets recognition in Republic Day event in Delhi
Two master weavers from the Chemancheri unit of Kozhikode Sarvodaya Sangham have been invited to attend the Republic Day programme
Attack on minorities shows Sangh Parivars duplicity: Binoy Viswam
New district nameboards replace old ones in Markapuram
How Madhavbaug Integrates Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom With Modern Diagnostics and Technology
Woman ends life due to dispute with another family
Israel to ban 37 aid groups operating in Gaza
Several NGOs said the new rules will impact food and medical shipments to Gaza, at a time when humanitarian organisations say the amount of aid getting in is inadequate to the devastated territorys needs
Exporters welcome market access support intervention
Cabinet decides to convene Assembly session from January 20
555 lost mobile phones found and restored to owners in Madurai city
Syndicate cancels charges against Calicut varsity teacher, V-C to report them to Chancellor
TDP recognises hard work, loyalty in cadres, assures Narayana
Second phase of Indiramma houses from April, says Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy
BJP seeks NIA probe into Kogilu Layout encroachments, alleges sleeper cell threat
Leader of opposition in Legislative Assembly R. Ashok, along with other BJP leaders, interacted with residents in the locality and examined identity cards and other documents.
DMK memorandum to V-P seeks Statehood, fast-tracking of development
The DMK memorandum also echoed the appeal made by Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, in seeking the implementation of 25% quota for domicile students in various programmes offered by the Pondicherry Central University
Tamil Nadus first jallikattu of 2026 to be held at Thatchankurichi on January 3
Preparatory arrangements underway at the event venue, police to prepare bandoust scheme
Akka Pade launched in Dakshina Kannada district to ensure the safety of women and children
The Akka Pade scheme is being jointly implemented by the Department of Women and Child Development and the police departments
Kannada play in Belagavi tomorrow
Mahakalipadpu twin RuB opening caught in bureaucratic hassles
Missing yet another deadline to open the facility, MSCL now states that it will be opened in the first week of January
Turkiye steps up anti-Islamic State raids, arresting 125 suspects
Nearly 600 people have now been detained in anti-IS raids over the past week
Become centre for creating youth enthusiastic about rural development, university told
Mahatma Gandhi Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University organises a special lecture on Gandhian Thought in Gadag
PUCL to hold black robes demonstration in Mysuru to condemn honour killing
Watch: In 2026, will regional parties challenge BJPs dominance in Maharashtra?
In this year-ender special episode of Pulse Maharashtra, Vinaya Deshpande decodes if the regional parties will challenge BJPs dominance in the state. The Thackeray cousins have unified, Eknath Shinde has parted ways with BJP in several key corporations, Ajit Pawar has joined hands with Sharad Pawar at a few places. What will the changed regional dynamics mean in the new year?
Names of parties, leaders who havent filed asset reports to Lok Ayukta to be published in media
Section 22 of the Kerala Lok Ayukta Act 1999 mandates that every public servant and their family members file a statement of assets and liabilities every two years. The deadline for filing the statement for the previous two-year period had expired in June 2024
Devotees throng temples in Tirupati for Uttara Dwara Darshan
Tonbo Imaging India files with SEBI for IPO
Kuvempu University staff demand Old Pension Scheme on par with State government employees
Man sentenced to life for rape and murder of nine-year-old boy in Moinabad
Thoothukudi Corporation initiates action to open eco-park, boat club for Pongal holidays
Cong. leaders accuse former DCC secretary of misleading voters on party symbol in Mattathur
Defeated UDF candidates say move cost UDF victory; warn against readmission of T.M. Chandran
Public consultation planned in Belagavi before starting flyover construction
A sum of 270 crore has already been released, says Minister
