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'Desperate attempt to derail crucial process': Suvendu Adhikari to CEC on Mamata Banerjee's SIR allegations

IANS | January 11, 2026 12:28 PM

Kolkata, Jan 11 (IANS) The Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, has addressed a letter to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, countering the allegations made by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in her correspondence to the CEC regarding the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR). He has described these allegations as "baseless, exaggerated, and blown out of proportion".

ECI irked over delay in registering FIRs against poll officers 'manipulating' voters' enrolment

IANS | January 11, 2026 12:17 PM

Kolkata, Jan 11 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken exception to the unnecessary delay on the part of two District Magistrates, also the District Electoral Officers, in West Bengal, over the delay in registering FIRs against four electoral officers in the state accused of manipulations in the enrolment of voters.

EAM Jaishankar's visit to France, Luxembourg reviewed ties, reflected India's growing engagement with Europe

IANS | January 11, 2026 11:57 AM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar paid an official visit to the Republic of France and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, reflecting India's growing engagement with Europe, an official statement said on Sunday.

Somnath Swabhiman Parv: PM Modi offers prayers at Somnath Temple

IANS | January 11, 2026 11:30 AM

Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at the Somnath Temple in Gujarat on Sunday as part of the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv' celebrations.

MHA seeks report after Suvendu Adhikari's vehicle attacked in Bengal's Chandrakona

IANS | January 11, 2026 11:16 AM

Kolkata, Jan 11 (IANS) The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has sought a report on the alleged attack on the vehicle of Suvendu Adhikari, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the West Bengal Assembly, sources in the BJP said on Sunday.

India is fortunate to have PM Modi who protects Sanatan Dharma, says Swami Swaprakash

IANS | January 11, 2026 10:58 AM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) Swami Swaprakash, Trustee of the Vaidic Dharma Sansthan and associated with The Art of Living Foundation, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his efforts in protecting Sanatan Dharma and restoring the pride of India's religious places.

Somnath Swabhiman Parv: PM Modi pays floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

IANS | January 11, 2026 10:51 AM

Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who made significant efforts in the restoration of the Somnath Temple following Independence.

PM Modi’s Kannada school initiative mention in 'Mann ki Baat' leaves Dubai diaspora emotional

M.K. Ashoka | January 11, 2026 10:35 AM

Bengaluru, Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recognition of the efforts of the 'Kannada Mitraru U.A.E' in establishing and successfully running a school in Dubai, which helps thousands of children learn their mother tongue on foreign soil, has deeply moved Kannada-speaking people in that country, said Shashidhar Nagarajappa, President of the Kannada Patha Shaale Dubai (KPSD) and Karnataka Sangha Dubai

X accepts 'mistake', will work as per Indian laws to purge obscene imagery

IANS | January 11, 2026 10:20 AM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) Elon Musk-run X Corp has acknowledged the presence of obscene imagery on its platform, mostly created by its Grok AI, stating that it will comply with Indian laws and remove such content.

Somnath Swabhiman Parv: PM Modi participates in 'Shaurya Yatra', witnesses cultural performances

IANS | January 11, 2026 10:20 AM

Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 'Shaurya Yatra' at Somnath Temple as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv in Gujarat on Sunday. He witnessed cultural performances from artists across the country.

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'Desperate attempt to derail crucial process': Suvendu Adhikari to CEC on Mamata Banerjee's SIR allegations

ECI irked over delay in registering FIRs against poll officers 'manipulating' voters' enrolment

EAM Jaishankar's visit to France, Luxembourg reviewed ties, reflected India's growing engagement with Europe

Somnath Swabhiman Parv: PM Modi offers prayers at Somnath Temple

MHA seeks report after Suvendu Adhikari's vehicle attacked in Bengal's Chandrakona

India is fortunate to have PM Modi who protects Sanatan Dharma, says Swami Swaprakash

Somnath Swabhiman Parv: PM Modi pays floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

PM Modi’s Kannada school initiative mention in 'Mann ki Baat' leaves Dubai diaspora emotional

X accepts 'mistake', will work as per Indian laws to purge obscene imagery

Somnath Swabhiman Parv: PM Modi participates in 'Shaurya Yatra', witnesses cultural performances

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