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Rajnath Singh lauds DRDO's 'scientific excellence' on Foundation Day, calls it vital for defence preparedness

IANS | January 1, 2026 8:25 AM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) On the occasion of the 68th Foundation Day of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday extended heartfelt greetings to the scientists and personnel, praising their unwavering commitment, scientific excellence and deep sense of national duty.

'Noteworthy efforts towards improving lives in Northeast,' PM Modi's birthday wishes to Jyotiraditya Scindia

IANS | January 1, 2026 8:06 AM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended warm birthday wishes to Union Minister of Communications and Minister of Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia, praying for his long and healthy life while also lauding his contributions towards strengthening the telecom sector and improving lives in the Northeast.

'Praying for peace, happiness in society': PM Modi extends New Year greetings to nation

IANS | January 1, 2026 7:29 AM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed warm greetings to the nation on the occasion of the New Year, wishing for peace and prosperity in society.

PM Modi greets INSV Kaundinya crew as India ushers in 2026

IANS | December 31, 2025 11:44 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended New Year greetings to the crew of INSV Kaundinya, who are currently on a maritime voyage, lauding their spirit and dedication as the country prepared to welcome 2026.

Vigilance is biggest weapon against cybercrime: Gujarat Minister Jitu Vaghani

IANS | December 31, 2025 10:44 PM

Gandhinagar, Dec 31 (IANS) Emphasising that alertness is the most effective defence against cybercrimes, Gujarat spokesperson minister Jitu Vaghani said that growing digital connectivity has also increased the risk of cyber frauds, making public awareness and caution extremely important.

Alliance with BJP is a natural tie-up, to remain intact in Assam: AGP Chief

IANS | December 31, 2025 10:23 PM

Guwahati, Dec 31 (IANS) With the Assam Assembly elections drawing closer, Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) president and state minister Atul Bora on Wednesday said the coming months would be decisive for strengthening regional political forces in the state, asserting that the party’s alliance with the BJP is a “natural tie-up” and will remain intact in the future as well.

Karnataka bus harassment: Woman confronts accused on camera, urges others not to stay silent

IANS | December 31, 2025 10:16 PM

Karwar (Karnataka), Dec 31 (IANS) An incident of a youth allegedly indulging in sexual harassment of a young woman passenger on a moving bus was reported on Wednesday from Karwar district in Karnataka.

‘Delhi recorded best air quality in seven years in 2025, barring COVID period’

IANS | December 31, 2025 10:15 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Delhi witnessed a significant improvement in its air quality in 2025, recording the lowest average PM2.5 and PM10 concentration levels in the last seven years, barring the COVID-affected year of 2020, according to official data. The year also saw the highest number of ‘Good’ to ‘Satisfactory’ Air Quality Index (AQI) days since 2018, excluding 2020.

‘Stop peddling lies, introspect’: BJP chief Nadda’s blistering attack on Kharge

IANS | December 31, 2025 9:42 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) BJP national president and Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Wednesday mounted a sharp attack on Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, accusing him of repeatedly spreading falsehoods despite the party’s successive electoral setbacks.

From Captain to K-Kick: Kerala’s accidental comedy festival in a brandy bottle

IANS | December 31, 2025 9:37 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 31 (IANS) What began as a routine government announcement inviting suggestions for a name and logo for a new brandy from state-run Malabar Distilleries has quietly morphed into one of Kerala’s most entertaining episodes of political satire.

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Rajnath Singh lauds DRDO's 'scientific excellence' on Foundation Day, calls it vital for defence preparedness

'Noteworthy efforts towards improving lives in Northeast,' PM Modi's birthday wishes to Jyotiraditya Scindia

'Praying for peace, happiness in society': PM Modi extends New Year greetings to nation

PM Modi greets INSV Kaundinya crew as India ushers in 2026

Vigilance is biggest weapon against cybercrime: Gujarat Minister Jitu Vaghani

Alliance with BJP is a natural tie-up, to remain intact in Assam: AGP Chief

Karnataka bus harassment: Woman confronts accused on camera, urges others not to stay silent

‘Delhi recorded best air quality in seven years in 2025, barring COVID period’

‘Stop peddling lies, introspect’: BJP chief Nadda’s blistering attack on Kharge

From Captain to K-Kick: Kerala’s accidental comedy festival in a brandy bottle

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