Makhana to microchips, Republic Day to showcase India’s story of growth

Republic Day tableaux are taking shape at Delhi Cantonment, showcasing India’s past, present, and aspirations, with a special focus on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. Around 30 displays, featuring military might, cultural legacies, and technological advancements, will be presented on Kartavya Path by 2,500 artistes. …

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EAM Jaishankar meets envoys from EU countries

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met EU ambassadors, emphasizing that stronger India-EU trade, mobility, and security ties will stabilize the global order. He highlighted cooperation on resilient supply chains and public goods like HADR and anti-piracy operations. The upcoming summit is expected to finalize an FTA, a defense partnership, and…

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Meitei visiting Kuki fiancee shot dead on camera

A Meitei man visiting his Kuki fiancée in Churachandpur was abducted and shot dead on camera, sparking protests and an NIA probe. Graphic footage of the killing circulated widely. The incident occurred amidst ongoing ethnic tensions between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities in Manipur, highlighting the fragile peace in the region….

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Lula discusses strategic ties with PM Modi, to visit in February

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will visit India from February 19-21 to strengthen the strategic partnership and discuss bilateral cooperation for the Global South. The leaders pledged to work together for UNSC reforms and peace in Gaza, with Lula also expected to attend the AI summit and a…

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10 soldiers killed, 11 injured as armoured carrier skids off mountain road in Jammu & Kashmir’s Doda

Ten brave Army soldiers lost their lives and eleven were injured when their troop carrier veered off a treacherous mountain road in Doda, Jammu & Kashmir, plunging into a deep gorge. The vehicle was en route to a counterterrorism operation. This tragic incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by military…

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Mata Vaishno Devi MBBS students offered seats in govt medical colleges in Jammu & Kashmir

J&K Board of Professional Entrance Examinations will adjust 50 MBBS students from the derecognized SMVDIME into seven government medical colleges. These supernumerary seats will be allocated based on NEET-UG merit and student preferences. Counselling is scheduled for Saturday, with provisions for authorized representatives. …

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Don’t air internal issues in public: Congress warns Punjab leaders; no ‘group activity’ to be tolerated

Congress has issued a strong directive to its Punjab leaders, demanding an end to public displays of internal discord and factionalism. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi emphasized unity for the 2027 assembly elections, assuring no immediate leadership changes. Leaders must raise concerns internally, not through media, to present…

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‘Is CM so helpless’: Bombay HC raps Maharashtra government; Sena minister’s son evades arrest

The Bombay High Court sharply questioned the Maharashtra government’s adherence to the rule of law, asking if the Chief Minister was too “helpless” to act against a minister whose son has evaded arrest for weeks. The court’s remarks came after the police failed to apprehend the minister’s son following the…

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‘World’s biggest flop family’: Assam CM Himanta takes dig at Gandhis; claims he is ‘victim’ of Rahul-Priyanka rift

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma claims he was a “victim” of a rift between Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi during his Congress tenure. He also accused Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi and his wife of having links with Pakistan’s ISI, emphasizing national security concerns. …

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ICEBREAKER: The 300km sniper turning rescue helicopters into warships

ICEBREAKER turns Indian Navy helicopters into long-range strike platforms, boosting self-reliance and reshaping maritime power across the Indo-Pacific region dynamics. Read More | Source: DNA…

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‘Roving and fishing enquiry’: Election Commission defends SIR in Supreme Court —what it said

The Election Commission defended its Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar before the Supreme Court, calling the process fair and lawful. Senior advocate Rakesh Dwivedi argued that the exercise, last conducted nearly 20 years ago, was necessary due to demographic changes and stricter citizenship requirements. The court is…

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Delhi-NCR air pollution: GRAP Stage-III curbs revoked; quality likely to stay moderate to poor

Air quality in Delhi-NCR has improved significantly. The Commission for Air Quality Management has lifted Stage-III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan. This means some construction and demolition activities can resume. However, measures under Stage-I and Stage-II remain in effect. Citizens are urged to follow guidelines to maintain better…

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Republic Day 2026: Vande Mataram honoured with tableau, Gen Z rendition at this year’s parade

Republic Day 2026: India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026. This year, the Ministry of Culture’s tableau will mark ‘150 Years of Vande Mataram’ by showcasing its tableau featuring original manuscript. Gen Z will stand at the center rendering the song. Read More | Source:…

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Evening news wrap: 10 Army personnel killed as vehicle plunges into gorge in J&K; two more builders arrested over Noida techie’s death & more

Ten Army personnel were killed and 11 injured in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, after their vehicle fell into a gorge. In Noida, two more builders were arrested over a software engineer’s death in a construction pit. Meanwhile, a Meitei man was shot dead by suspected Kuki militants in Manipur. …

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