Govt refutes report on forcing smartphone makers to share source code

IANS | January 12, 2026 9:15 AM

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) The government has refuted a report by an international news organisation that it is proposing to force smartphone makers to share source code with the government and make several software changes as part of a raft of security measures, prompting opposition from giants like Apple and Samsung.

Karur stampede case: Vijay to appear before CBI today in Delhi

IANS | January 12, 2026 8:20 AM

Chennai, Jan 12 (IANS) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay is scheduled to appear before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at its New Delhi headquarters on Monday for questioning in connection with the deadly stampede at a political rally in Karur district, Tamil Nadu.

India transformed under PM Modi, says Ram Madhav

IANS | January 12, 2026 6:51 AM

Washington, Jan 12 (IANS) India has undergone a profound political, economic and cultural transformation over the past decade under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior BJP leader Ram Madhav said, asserting that it is “the proudest moment” to be an Indian today.

India-US ties face strain amid Trump tariffs: Ram Madhav

IANS | January 12, 2026 6:36 AM

Washington, Jan 12 (IANS) India and the United States are going through a difficult but potentially temporary phase in their bilateral relationship, with trade negotiations, tariff disputes and geopolitical differences creating friction, senior BJP leader Ram Madhav said, while underlining that New Delhi remains firmly committed to the partnership.

‘Will bury BJP leaders alive' in 2026: TMC MLA’s remarks spark controversy

IANS | January 11, 2026 11:37 PM

Kolkata, Jan 11 (IANS) Arunava Sen, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA from Bagnan Assembly constituency in West Bengal’s Howrah district, has come under sharp criticism after a video of his public speech surfaced on social media, where he is heard issuing what opposition leaders describe as an open and inflammatory threat against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers and leaders.