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Vadodara: Guinness World Record recognises mass recital at Mahant Swami Maharaj's 92nd birthday celebrations

IANS | February 2, 2026 9:32 PM

Vadodara, Feb 2 (IANS) A Guinness World Records certificate recognising the largest simultaneous Hindu text recital was presented to Mahant Swami Maharaj on Monday as the 92nd birth anniversary celebrations of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) spiritual head culminated in Gujarat's Vadodara, drawing nearly two lakh devotees from across the country.

INS Vikrant to steal the show as 60 friendly navies gear up for fleet review at Vizag from Feb 18

IANS | February 2, 2026 9:24 PM

Visakhapatnam, Feb 2 (IANS) The star of Operation Sindoor’s naval leg, INS Vikrant, is all set to be the centre of attraction at the International Fleet Review (IFR) here from February 18 as navies of friendly nations eagerly wait to take a close look at India’s indigenous aircraft carrier, an official said on Monday.

Air India grounds Boeing 787-8 after pilot flags possible fuel control switch issue (Lead)

IANS | February 2, 2026 8:07 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) Tata Group-owned Air India on Monday said it has grounded one of its Boeing 787-8 aircraft after a pilot reported a possible defect in the fuel control switch.

Air India grounds Boeing 787-8 after pilot flags possible fuel control switch issue

IANS | February 2, 2026 7:36 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) Tata Group-owned Air India on Monday said it has grounded one of its Boeing 787-8 aircraft after a pilot reported a possible defect in the fuel control switch.

‘Not an inch..’: BJP cites Gen. Naravane to counter Rahul Gandhi’s claim of India losing territory to China

Jayanta Bhattacharya | February 2, 2026 7:28 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi's remarks on the floor of the Parliament, quoting excerpts from what is claimed to be an "unpublished work" of former Indian Army chief, General M.M. Naravane (retd), and questioning India's position on border issues with China has sparked a sharp political clash.

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie to travel to India for State Visit

IANS | February 2, 2026 6:22 PM

Victoria/New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) Seychelles President Patrick Herminie will travel to India for a State Visit from February 5-10 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It will be Herminie's first visit to India since assuming office in October last year, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Monday.

From glamour to Sanatan path: Former actress Ishika Taneja launches Mahalakshmi Bharat Abhiyan

IANS | February 2, 2026 6:19 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) Former actress and founder of the Ishika Shree Mahalakshmi Foundation, Ishika Taneja, on Monday underlined the need to reconnect with India’s cultural roots while speaking in favour of the idea of a Hindu nation, asserting that spiritual values, service and strength must go hand in hand for the country’s progress.

Special allocation to AIIMS Delhi in Union Budget to boost research, innovation

IANS | February 2, 2026 6:09 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has received a special allocation in the Union Budget, aimed at strengthening research, innovation and overall development at the country’s premier medical institution.

Vijay dances to folk music at TVK‘s third anniversary programme, signals campaign comeback

IANS | February 2, 2026 5:30 PM

Chennai, Feb 2 (IANS) The third anniversary celebrations of the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) began on a high note at the party’s Panaiyur office, with party President Vijay striking an energetic and celebratory tone that seemed to underscore both revival and resolve ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

BJP's Maithili Thakur backs Union Budget, seeks swift justice in NEET aspirant's death case

IANS | February 2, 2026 5:29 PM

Patna, Feb 2 (IANS) BJP MLA Maithili Thakur on Monday lauded Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan’s address to the Bihar Assembly, saying it clearly reflected the state’s progress over the years while also outlining the present situation with supporting data.

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Vadodara: Guinness World Record recognises mass recital at Mahant Swami Maharaj's 92nd birthday celebrations

INS Vikrant to steal the show as 60 friendly navies gear up for fleet review at Vizag from Feb 18

Air India grounds Boeing 787-8 after pilot flags possible fuel control switch issue (Lead)

Air India grounds Boeing 787-8 after pilot flags possible fuel control switch issue

‘Not an inch..’: BJP cites Gen. Naravane to counter Rahul Gandhi’s claim of India losing territory to China

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie to travel to India for State Visit

From glamour to Sanatan path: Former actress Ishika Taneja launches Mahalakshmi Bharat Abhiyan

Special allocation to AIIMS Delhi in Union Budget to boost research, innovation

Vijay dances to folk music at TVK‘s third anniversary programme, signals campaign comeback

BJP's Maithili Thakur backs Union Budget, seeks swift justice in NEET aspirant's death case

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