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Emergency landing strip in Assam’s Moran ready for inauguration next week

IANS | February 9, 2026 7:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Augmenting the Indian military's preparedness and response mechanism in any combat situation, the government has readied an emergency landing facility in the North-Eastern part of the country, adding to the existing networks of highways which could double up as airstrips for landing, as well as take-off for aircraft and fighter jets.

'Fishy dispute': CPI leader's recollection of CM Vijayan's lunch walkout triggers row

IANS | February 9, 2026 7:13 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 9 (IANS) Kerala politics is perceived as centred on ideology and class struggle, but this week, it found itself floundering in murkier waters concerning a lunch layout, fish varieties, and contrasting memories -- involving Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, no less.

Gujarat records major gains in urban sustainability during 'Urban Development Year-2025'

IANS | February 9, 2026 7:05 PM

Gandhinagar, Feb 9 (IANS) Gujarat has reported substantial progress in sustainable urban planning and infrastructure during its "Urban Development Year-2025", with significant improvements in rainwater harvesting, green cover expansion, waste management and renewable energy adoption across cities and towns, officials said on Monday.

Gujarat, Starlink sign cooperation pact to strengthen statewide digital infrastructure

IANS | February 9, 2026 6:56 PM

Gandhinagar, Feb 9 (IANS) The Gujarat government, on Monday, signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) for mutual cooperation with Starlink Satellite Communications Private Limited, a subsidiary of SpaceX, marking a significant step towards strengthening digital connectivity across remote and underserved regions of the state.

VP Radhakrishnan calls on Seychelles President, discusses key aspects of bilateral partnership

IANS | February 9, 2026 6:53 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan, called on Patrick Herminie, President of the Republic of Seychelles, in New Delhi on Monday with the two leaders exploring avenues to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across a wide range of sectors.

Bangladesh just two days away from one of most consequential polls since independence

IANS | February 9, 2026 6:39 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Bangladesh is poised barely two days away from one of the most consequential elections since its independence in 1971, with its 13th national election to be held on Thursday, February 12, to select its next government and a Prime Minister.

Adani Electricity observes 37th National Road Safety Month, takes collective safety oath

IANS | February 9, 2026 6:32 PM

Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) Adani Electricity, in collaboration with the Mumbai Traffic Police Department, observed the 37th National Road Safety Month from January 1-31, which included specialised awareness sessions for employees and citizens on defensive driving, signal adherence, and responsible road behaviour.

Kutch lists 910 lakes across 281 villages for structured water management

IANS | February 9, 2026 5:53 PM

Bhuj, Feb 9 (IANS) The Kutch district administration has completed a comprehensive exercise to formally bring 910 lakes across 281 villages into official revenue records, enabling structured conservation, water harvesting, protection and beautification works in Gujarat’s largest and water-stressed district.

'India’s services-led growth more resilient than China's'

IANS | February 9, 2026 5:04 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) India has emerged as the world’s fastest-growing major economy, with robust growth projections indicating that it will outpace several peers in the coming decades, a media report said.

PM Modi reaffirms India's commitment to remain Seychelles' reliable partner

IANS | February 9, 2026 5:04 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on Monday acknowledged India’s support for the development, security needs and aspirations of the archipelagic island nation through Lines of Credit (LoCs), grants, capacity building and High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDP).

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Emergency landing strip in Assam’s Moran ready for inauguration next week

'Fishy dispute': CPI leader's recollection of CM Vijayan's lunch walkout triggers row

Gujarat records major gains in urban sustainability during 'Urban Development Year-2025'

Gujarat, Starlink sign cooperation pact to strengthen statewide digital infrastructure

VP Radhakrishnan calls on Seychelles President, discusses key aspects of bilateral partnership

Bangladesh just two days away from one of most consequential polls since independence

Adani Electricity observes 37th National Road Safety Month, takes collective safety oath

Kutch lists 910 lakes across 281 villages for structured water management

'India’s services-led growth more resilient than China's'

PM Modi reaffirms India's commitment to remain Seychelles' reliable partner

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