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Plea in SC against new UGC equity regulations, says these 'institutionalise discrimination'

IANS | January 27, 2026 12:26 PM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) A writ petition has been filed before the Supreme Court challenging the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026, alleging that it institutionalises discrimination by denying grievance redressal mechanisms to persons belonging to non-SC/ST/OBC categories.

Embraer, Adani Defence & Aerospace to develop regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India

IANS | January 27, 2026 11:55 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) With an aim to collaborate on opportunities in aircraft manufacturing, supply chain, aftermarket services and pilot training, global aerospace leader Embraer and Adani Defence & Aerospace on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop an integrated regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India.

Cracks forming in Congress-DMK alliance in TN: JD(U) leader

IANS | January 27, 2026 11:41 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) Janata Dal(U) National Spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad on Tuesday said that the recent remarks by leaders within the DMK have exposed growing fault lines within the Congress-led INDIA bloc, claiming that the opposition grouping is steadily losing public support and cohesion.

Punjab tableau honours Guru Tegh Bahadur’s legacy at R-Day parade

IANS | January 27, 2026 11:21 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) Punjab’s tableau at the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path offered a deeply moving tribute to the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, blending spirituality, history and artistic expression into a powerful visual narrative. The presentation commemorated 350 years of the Guru’s martyrdom and highlighted his timeless message of courage, religious freedom and compassion for all.

PM Modi inaugurates IEW 2026; announces 'significant' India-EU trade development

IANS | January 27, 2026 11:08 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the fourth edition of India Energy Week (IEW) 2026 conclave virtually on Tuesday and hailed the India-EU Free Trade Agreement as "Mother of all deals" and an "excellent example of synergy" between two of the world's largest economies.

Public sector banking operations likely to be disrupted on Tuesday amid strike

IANS | January 27, 2026 10:31 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) Public sector banking operations are likely to be disrupted on Tuesday as bank employee unions called for a nationwide strike, demanding a five-day work week. Private banks, however, will not be affected by the day-long strike.

Gold, silver continue to touch new highs as US dollar weakens

IANS | January 27, 2026 10:23 AM

Mumbai, Jan 27 (IANS) Gold and silver prices surged to record highs on Tuesday, amid persistent weakness in the US dollar and expectations of rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve.

Rajnath Singh meets EU delegation as India set to sign major defence pact

IANS | January 27, 2026 10:21 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) India is moving closer to finalising a landmark defence and trade partnership with the European Union, as a high-level EU delegation held discussions with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 goes pan-India, engages over 6.76 crore participants

IANS | January 27, 2026 10:12 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) The ninth edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagship student interaction programme, Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, marked a significant milestone in the evolution of the initiative as it expanded into a truly pan-India dialogue with students from across the country.

'Awards were earlier used as political tools': BJP hits out at Cong on Padma Awards row

IANS | January 27, 2026 9:39 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) BJP leader Gourav Vallabh on Tuesday mounted a sharp counterattack on the Congress party for questioning the selection of Padma award recipients, asserting that the present government recognises individuals who genuinely deserve national honours and have made meaningful contributions to society, unlike what he alleged was the practice during the UPA regime.

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Plea in SC against new UGC equity regulations, says these 'institutionalise discrimination'

Embraer, Adani Defence & Aerospace to develop regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India

Cracks forming in Congress-DMK alliance in TN: JD(U) leader

Punjab tableau honours Guru Tegh Bahadur’s legacy at R-Day parade

PM Modi inaugurates IEW 2026; announces 'significant' India-EU trade development

Public sector banking operations likely to be disrupted on Tuesday amid strike

Gold, silver continue to touch new highs as US dollar weakens

Rajnath Singh meets EU delegation as India set to sign major defence pact

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 goes pan-India, engages over 6.76 crore participants

'Awards were earlier used as political tools': BJP hits out at Cong on Padma Awards row

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