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Karnataka-Born Environmentalist Kirtida Mekani, Singapore’s ‘Tree Lady’, Passes Away at 66

January 23, 2026

A Life Dedicated to Nature and Community

Kirtida Mekani, the Karnataka-born environmentalist widely known as Singapore’s “Tree Lady”, passed away on January 19, 2026, at the age of 66 following a sudden heart attack. Over more than three decades, she emerged as one of Singapore’s most influential grassroots champions of sustainability, leaving a deep imprint on urban greening, environmental education, community engagement, and cultural life.

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Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2026: World’s Largest Theatre Festival Spans 40 Locations Across India

January 23, 2026

Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2026: A Landmark Global Theatre Celebration

The 25th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav (BRM) 2026, organised by the National School of Drama, is set to reaffirm India’s position as a global theatre hub. Scheduled from January 27 to February 20, 2026, the festival is recognised as the largest international theatre festival in the world, featuring an unprecedented scale, diversity, and inclusivity.

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Odisha Enforces Complete Ban on Gutkha, Pan Masala and Tobacco Products from 2026

January 23, 2026

Odisha Announces Statewide Ban on Gutkha and Tobacco Products

The government of Odisha has announced a comprehensive ban on gutkha, pan masala, and all tobacco- and nicotine-containing products, marking one of the strictest public health interventions in the state’s history. The decision aims to curb rising health risks linked to tobacco consumption and align state enforcement with national and judicial directives.

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Sunita Williams Retires from NASA After 27 Years, Ending a Historic Spaceflight Career

January 23, 2026

Sunita Williams Bids Farewell to NASA After a Pioneering Career

Veteran astronaut Sunita Williams has officially retired from NASA after an illustrious 27-year career, bringing to a close one of the most remarkable journeys in modern human spaceflight. Her retirement, effective December 27, 2025, followed a demanding nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station, underscoring her reputation for resilience, leadership, and scientific contribution.

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Draft National Electricity Policy 2026 Charts India’s Power Sector Roadmap to Viksit Bharat 2047

January 23, 2026

Draft National Electricity Policy 2026 Released for Consultation

The Ministry of Power has released the Draft National Electricity Policy (NEP) 2026 for public consultation, setting out a long-term roadmap to transform India’s power sector in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047. Once finalised, the new policy will replace the National Electricity Policy notified in 2005, capturing the sweeping structural, technological, and market changes that have taken place over the last two decades.

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