Jan 2, 2026: Global News Highlights in Photos
A visual journey through January 1, 2026: Kolkata's inclusive carnival, Prayagraj's bonfires, a NYC inauguration, Istanbul solidarity, and a tragic Swiss explosion. Explore the day's defining moments.
A visual journey through January 1, 2026: Kolkata's inclusive carnival, Prayagraj's bonfires, a NYC inauguration, Istanbul solidarity, and a tragic Swiss explosion. Explore the day's defining moments.
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Kochi Water Metro sees record-breaking festive ridership, hitting 17,058 passengers in a single day. Daily averages surge as tourists flock to Fort Kochi for Christmas and New Year events. Read more.
Fort Kochi witnessed a massive turnout for the Cochin Carnival 2024. Thousands celebrated at Parade & Veli Grounds with Pappanji burning, music, and enhanced facilities. Read more about the mega event.
Ahmedabad celebrated New Year's Eve 2026 with vibrant street parties, farmhouse gatherings, and police vigilance. Read how the city remembered 2025 and welcomed the new year with hope.
Himachal Pradesh High Court expresses serious concern over safety violations at Shimla Winter Carnival. Read about the court's directives and the government's response.
Light snowfall graces Himachal's higher reaches as thousands of tourists flock for New Year. Shimla's Ridge hosts grand celebrations amid tight security. IMD predicts more snow.
Madurai and Trichy prepare for a vibrant New Year's Eve with carnivals, fireworks, and alcohol-free parties. Police deploy 1,500 personnel for safety. Explore the festive plans here!
Shimla's civic body faced a turbulent 2024 marked by development promises, public protests over water and parking, and political challenges. Explore the key events that defined the year.
Kochi's iconic Cochin Carnival decentralises this New Year with giant Pappanji burnings in Kakkanad, Pallikkara & more. Discover new venues, spiritual retreats & midnight cruises for 2024 celebrations.
A physical altercation between a doctor and a patient at Shimla's IGM Hospital was peacefully resolved after both parties apologised and shook hands. Watch the video.
The IGMC Shimla assault dispute is resolved as Dr Raghav Narula and patient Arjun Panwar apologise, ending the doctors' strike. Read the full story of the compromise.
Chandigarh's temperature plummeted below Shimla's on Monday, with a minimum of 7.2°C and dense fog causing zero visibility. IMD predicts light rain around New Year. Read for full forecast.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's Health Department collects food samples from 19 stalls at Kankaria Carnival 2025. Lab tests aim to ensure food safety standards. Read the full list of items and vendors checked.
The IMD forecasts light to moderate rain and snowfall in Himachal Pradesh from December 30 to January 2, ending a prolonged dry spell. Dense fog and cold wave warnings also issued for several districts. Read for full details.
Ranchi residents celebrated the year's final Sunday with vibrant picnics at popular spots like Aqua World, Kanke Dam & Jonha Falls. Local vendors saw brisk business. Explore the festive atmosphere!
The Kangra Valley Carnival 2025's Bollywood Night in Dharamsala was a spectacular success, drawing thousands. Read about the star performances and vibrant celebrations.
Kochi witnesses a 2-3% rise in hotel bookings this Christmas-New Year season, driven by the Biennale and Cochin Carnival. Fort Kochi emerges as the top spot, despite traffic and IndiGo impact. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh hospitals face major disruption as resident doctors strike over IGMC Shimla doctor's termination. OPDs and elective surgeries suspended, emergency services continue. Details inside.
Ahmedabad's Kankaria Carnival kicked off with over 1.31 lakh visitors on Christmas Day. The week-long festival, a major cultural event, expects 20-25 lakh attendees. Discover the highlights and history.
Blossoms Senior Secondary School in Patiala successfully organized its annual Blossoms Carnival 2025, featuring cultural performances, sports, and community engagement. Read about the vibrant event!
A three-day food festival showcasing authentic Uttarakhand cuisine has started at Mussoorie's Winterline Carnival. Organized by UTDB and district admin, it features Garhwali delicacies, culinary demos, and a bloggers' meet. Explore the flavours!
Himachal's Kangra Winter Carnival kicks off Dec 27-29, featuring adventure sports, cultural shows & food festivals. Tourism Minister Rajesh Dharmani expects a major tourism boost. Details inside!
Dehradun and Mussoorie witnessed severe traffic snarls on Wednesday as Christmas, Winterline Carnival, and Nagar Kirtan coincided. Key roads were choked, causing long delays. Read more about the chaos and police advisory.
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The Uttarakhand Food Festival 2025, part of Mussoorie's Winterline Carnival, showcases authentic cuisine & culture from Jan 24-26. Explore traditional flavours, live performances & culinary sessions.
Actress Prachi Tehlan joined a Delhi Times Christmas Carnival at Little Flowers School, Gurgaon, spreading joy with games, gifts, and dance for underprivileged children. A heartwarming festive celebration!
Kolkata's Christmas celebrations have spread from Park Street to Lake Town, Patuli, Bow Barracks & more. Discover the new festive hubs and community-led events across the city. Explore the evolving traditions now!
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates Kankaria Carnival on Dec 25. Free entry, traffic diversions, and Rs 5,000 crore insurance for visitors. Details here.
The Times of India's Happy Streets returns to Rajarajeshwari Nagar for its final community celebration. Join the traffic-free morning of fitness, culture & fun on Dec 28 from 6:30 AM.