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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi join kite-flying festivities on Makar Sankranti

IANS | January 14, 2026 6:39 PM

Ahmedabad, Jan 14 (IANS) The festival of Uttarayan (Makar Sankranti) unfolded with vibrant colours and soaring enthusiasm across Gujarat, as citizens filled terraces and open grounds to celebrate the tradition of kite flying. From Ahmedabad to Surat and Gandhinagar, the state’s top leaders stepped away from official responsibilities for a day and mingled with the public—participating in the festivities not as politicians, but as fellow kite lovers.

India and China discuss positive steps for improved bilateral relations

IANS | January 14, 2026 6:31 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Wednesday highlighted the need to take positive steps to create the right environment for improved bilateral relations between India and China during his meeting with Sun Haiyan, Vice Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), who is on a visit to India from January 12-14.

India and Cuba reaffirm commitment to strengthen ties

IANS | January 14, 2026 5:54 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Marking the 66th anniversary of their diplomatic relations earlier this week, India and Cuba have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen cooperation based on mutual respect, collaboration, and solidarity.

Fadnavis accuses Uddhav Thackeray of minority appeasement, says he has abandoned Hindutva (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | January 14, 2026 5:27 PM

Mumbai, Jan 14 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, accusing him of indulging in minority appeasement and abandoning the Hindutva ideology espoused by his father, Balasaheb Thackeray.

German Chancellor's visit seen as a catalyst for fast tracking India-EU FTA, boosting exports

IANS | January 14, 2026 5:22 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) India and the European Union are in the final stages of negotiating a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which could reshape India’s trade landscape with its largest partner for goods.

Avoid flying kites near overhead power transmission lines: Adani Electricity

IANS | January 14, 2026 5:19 PM

Mumbai, Jan 14 (IANS) Adani Electricity on Wednesday cautioned kite fliers in Mumbai to avoid flying kites near power transmission lines.

CII urges govt to introduce Green Hydrogen mandates to spur demand

IANS | January 14, 2026 5:11 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) The Confederation of India Industry (CII) on Wednesday urged the government to introduce Green Hydrogen mandates to spur demand and enable a vibrant green hydrogen economy.

'Politically motivated': Lokpal dismisses DA complaint against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, wife

IANS | January 14, 2026 4:59 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) The Lokpal of India has dismissed a complaint alleging acquisition of disproportionate assets (DA) against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, holding that no case was made out either against the public servant or his wife, who is an independent professional and not a public servant.

India's GDP likely to grow at 7.5-7.8 pc in FY26: Report

IANS | January 14, 2026 4:45 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) India's GDP will likely expand 7.5-7.8 per cent in the current fiscal (FY26), driven by festive demand and robust services activity, a report said on Wednesday.

Over 40 lakh FASTag annual passes sold within few months: Govt

IANS | January 14, 2026 4:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) More than 40 lakh FASTag annual passes have been sold within few months, with adoption touching nearly 20 per cent of car users -- a testament to the fact that affordability and convenience can go hand in hand, the government said on Wednesday.

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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi join kite-flying festivities on Makar Sankranti

India and China discuss positive steps for improved bilateral relations

India and Cuba reaffirm commitment to strengthen ties

Fadnavis accuses Uddhav Thackeray of minority appeasement, says he has abandoned Hindutva (IANS Exclusive)

German Chancellor's visit seen as a catalyst for fast tracking India-EU FTA, boosting exports

Avoid flying kites near overhead power transmission lines: Adani Electricity

CII urges govt to introduce Green Hydrogen mandates to spur demand

'Politically motivated': Lokpal dismisses DA complaint against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, wife

India's GDP likely to grow at 7.5-7.8 pc in FY26: Report

Over 40 lakh FASTag annual passes sold within few months: Govt

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