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Students are checking the month-wise school holiday list covering festivals, national days, and leaders’ birthdays as 2026 approaches. Holidays include Republic Day, Independence Day, Diwali, Holi, Eid, and Christmas. Summer vacations fall in June-July and winter breaks in December, while state-wise schedules may vary as per official circulars.
TG CM Revanth Reddy extended New Year 2026 greetings to the people, urging them to move forward with ‘TG Rising Vision 2047’. He said the Congress govt remains committed to fulfilling the aspirations of citizens from all sections. Expressing optimism, he wished every family success, progress, and the strength to achieve higher goals in the […]
World football body FIFA has added three Indians, including a woman, to its 2026 referees list. Rachana Kamani from Gujarat joins the women referees list, while Ashwin Kumar of Puducherry and Aditya Purkayastha from Delhi feature among men. AIFF said Kumar and Purkayastha completed the AFC academy in Kuala Lumpur, while Rachana is undergoing training […]
Star batter Rohit Sharma is on the brink of a key milestone in List A cricket. Needing just 87 runs in the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, Rohit could reach 14,000 runs, becoming only the 5th Indian batter to do so. He would join legends Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Sourav Ganguly, and Rahul […]
PAN-India star Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’ releases on January 9, 2026, for Sankranthi, with Maruthi directing the horror fantasy and Sanjay Dutt in a pivotal role. Maruthi revealed the film’s runtime exceeds three hours, with Prabhas appearing for about two hours and forty minutes, missing only a few opening and flashback scenes. Music by Thaman.
As New Year celebrations approach, the Centre has placed top cities on high alert to ensure safety. Delhi has enforced traffic curbs around India Gate, deploying 3,000 police personnel and setting up over 50 check posts. Enhanced security arrangements are also in place across Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, and HYD to prevent untoward incidents.
Hyderabad is buzzing with New Year cheer as youngsters gear up to welcome 2026 in style. Pubs, clubs, restaurants, and resorts glow with vibrant lights, while Hi-Tech City, Madhapur, and Gachibowli host grand celebrations. To ensure safety, HYD police have enforced traffic restrictions and heightened security, ensuring a smooth and joyful start to the year.
The 4th season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) kicks off on January 9 in Navi Mumbai, featuring five fierce franchises: Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, UP Warriorz, and Gujarat Giants. Each team brings talent and aims to challenge reigning champions while boosting women’s cricket visibility and fan engagement across India.
The Mahayuti government in Maharashtra has appointed senior IPS officer Sadanand Vasant Date as the new Director General of Police. A 1990-batch officer, Date is widely respected for his leadership during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Maha Chief Secretary Rajesh Agarwal issued the official orders, with Date set to assume charge on January 3.
Every year, the New Year first arrives in countries closest to the International Date Line. Pacific nations lead the global celebrations, welcoming January 1 before the rest of the world. Kiribati tops the list, followed by Samoa and Tonga, while nations such as New Zealand and Australia soon join the early countdown, setting the tone […]
Manipur Congress president Keisham Meghachandra urged dissolving the State Assembly and holding fresh elections to restore peace amid ongoing ethnic strife. He criticized the government for failing to address public grievances. BJP MLA Tongbram Robindro appealed for forgiveness and unity, emphasizing festivals and hope for communal harmony in the New Year.
The Union Cabinet approved the 8th Pay Commission, effective Jan 1, 2026, bringing salary, pension, and allowance hikes for central govt employees and pensioners. Dearness Allowance will be adjusted for inflation. While exact hike percentages are awaited, basic salaries could rise from ₹18,000 to ₹51,480, benefiting over 50 lakh employees and 65 lakh pensioners.
2025 witnessed the loss of legends across Indian cinema. From Bollywood, icons like Dharmendra and Shefali Jariwala bid farewell, while Tollywood mourned veterans Kota Srinivasa Rao and Saroja Devi. Celebrated writer Shiva Shakti Dutta, and stars from Tamil film, including Rajesh, Sarigama Viji, Vishnu Prasad, and Ravikumar Menon, left an unforgettable legacy.
MP minister Kailash Vijayvargiya acknowledged lapses by officials in the Indore water contamination that has claimed 7 lives and affected over 1,100 people in Bhagirathpura. Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava confirmed the deaths and hospitalizations. Vijayvargiya warned that those responsible will not be spared and urged focus on patient recovery first.
Opinion polls and analysis suggest the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is currently the leading contender to secure the most seats in the upcoming poll, especially as the long-dominant ‘Awami League’ is banned from contesting. The Islamist Jamaat‑e‑Islami is also expected to gain huge support, though trailing BNP in many projections.