Big shock for vehicle owners and commuters! From January 1, 2026, oil companies have made minor upward revisions in petrol prices in several cities, while diesel rates remain largely stable. No major cuts despite falling global crude oil – prices now reflect daily dynamic revisions by IOCL, BPCL and HPCL. In metros like Mumbai and … Read more
Big news for families, students and employees in Telangana! Sankranti 2026 (also called Pongal or Makara Sankranti), the joyful harvest festival, brings an extended holiday break. The School Education Department has officially extended Sankranti holidays till January 16, 2026, with schools reopening on January 17. This creates a long vacation from around January 10-16 for … Read more
Big warning for liquor shops, bars, hotels and party lovers in Karnataka! In 2026, several Dry Days will see complete ban on alcohol sale and serving across the state, including Bengaluru, Mysuru and Mangaluru. Nationwide bans on Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15) and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) remain mandatory. Karnataka adds restrictions … Read more
Great news for mothers wishing long life for their children! Sakat Chauth 2026 is being observed today on Tuesday, January 6. Worshipping Lord Ganesha and Sakat Mata on this day protects children and removes all obstacles. Reading or listening to the Sakat Chauth Vrat Katha is most important – the fast is considered incomplete without … Read more
Big warning for BEVCO outlets, bars, hotels and party lovers in Kerala! In 2026, BEVCO liquor shops and regular bars will remain closed on 21 days, including the 1st of every month (12 fixed dry days) and select public holidays. Nationwide bans on Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15) and Gandhi Jayanti (October … Read more
Big warning for TASMAC shops, bars, hotels and party lovers in Tamil Nadu! In 2026, several Dry Days will see complete ban on alcohol sale and serving across the state, including Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai and Salem. Nationwide bans on Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15) and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) remain strict. Tamil … Read more
Big warning for liquor shops, bars, hotels and party lovers in Andhra Pradesh! In 2026, several Dry Days will see complete ban on alcohol sale and serving across the state, including Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada and Amaravati. Nationwide bans on Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15) and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) remain strict. Andhra Pradesh … Read more
Big warning for liquor shops, bars, hotels and party lovers in Telangana! In 2026, several Dry Days will see complete ban on alcohol sale and serving across the state, including Hyderabad, Warangal and Secunderabad. Nationwide bans on Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15) and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) remain mandatory. Telangana adds restrictions … Read more
Big news for families, students and employees in Tamil Nadu! Pongal 2026, the grand harvest festival, falls from Wednesday, 14 January to Saturday, 17 January. Government offices, banks and schools remain closed for multiple days, creating a long weekend break. Thai Pongal (main day) on 15 January (Thursday), followed by Thiruvalluvar Day (16 January, Friday) … Read more
Big warning for liquor shops, bars, hotels and party lovers in Maharashtra! In 2026, several Dry Days will see complete ban on alcohol sale and serving across the state, including Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur. Nationwide bans on Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15) and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) remain strict. Maharashtra adds extra … Read more