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Swami Avimukteshwaranand at fault: Jagadguru Rambhadracharya on Magh Mela row, backs administration

IANS | January 21, 2026 3:31 PM

Gwalior, Jan 21 (IANS) Amid the ongoing controversy over Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand being stopped by the Magh Mela administration from proceeding towards the Sangam Nose, Jagadguru Rambhadracharya on Wednesday said that the seer himself committed a "wrongdoing" by attempting to reach the holy River Ganga onboard a chariot and asserted that the administration had not done any injustice to him.

EAM Jaishankar, Spanish counterpart discuss bilateral cooperation and global affairs

IANS | January 21, 2026 3:20 PM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation Jose Manuel Albares on Wednesday, discussing bilateral cooperation, including in trade, investments, defence, technology, education sectors besides people-to-people ties.

AMMK joins NDA: EPS welcomes TTV Dhinakaran as alliance steps up fight against DMK

IANS | January 21, 2026 3:07 PM

Chennai, Jan 21 (IANS) The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu received a significant boost on Wednesday with the formal entry of the Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) into the alliance, led by its General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran.

BJP blasts ecosystem for ‘Sanatan hate’, demands action against Udhayanidhi Stalin for ‘hate speech’

IANS | January 21, 2026 2:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday launched a blistering attack at the ecosystem, an apparent reference to Congress and INDIA bloc, for their hatred and pointed attacks at the Sanatan Dharma and demanded that DMK minister Udhayanidhi Stalin be made to face the law for his pernicious attack on Hinduism.

Discoms need to be financially strong for improved services: Power Minister

IANS | January 21, 2026 2:26 PM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) The power sector in coming times is going to become enormous and it is crucial for Discoms to be strong, prosperous, and financially empowered, Power Minister Manohar Lal said on Wednesday, adding that strong Discoms means improved services and greater sensitivity towards consumers.

SC extends stay on revised Aravalli Hills definition, orders ban on illegal mining

IANS | January 21, 2026 2:20 PM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday extended the stay on its earlier verdict concerning the definition of the Aravalli Hills and directed that status quo be maintained until further orders.

It feels wonderful: Nitin Nabin’s in-laws express pride over elevation as BJP National President

IANS | January 21, 2026 2:00 PM

Patna, Jan 21 (IANS) The elevation of Nitin Nabin as the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has brought immense joy and pride to his family, with his in-laws expressing deep happiness and confidence in his leadership as he assumed one of the most significant responsibilities in Indian politics.

IN-SPACe, 4 space startups tie up to build India’s 1st private Earth observation constellation

IANS | January 21, 2026 1:54 PM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) on Wednesday teamed up with four space startups to build India’s first private Earth observation satellite constellation.

Chandrakona case: Calcutta HC grants Suvendu Adhikari protection from coercive police action

IANS | January 21, 2026 1:51 PM

Kolkata, Jan 21 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday granted an interim protection from coercive police action to the Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, in a case registered against him at Chandrakona Police Station in West Midnapore district.

Cabinet approves Rs 5,000 crore equity support for SIDBI

IANS | January 21, 2026 1:21 PM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved equity support of Rs 5,000 crore to Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).

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Swami Avimukteshwaranand at fault: Jagadguru Rambhadracharya on Magh Mela row, backs administration

EAM Jaishankar, Spanish counterpart discuss bilateral cooperation and global affairs

AMMK joins NDA: EPS welcomes TTV Dhinakaran as alliance steps up fight against DMK

BJP blasts ecosystem for ‘Sanatan hate’, demands action against Udhayanidhi Stalin for ‘hate speech’

Discoms need to be financially strong for improved services: Power Minister

SC extends stay on revised Aravalli Hills definition, orders ban on illegal mining

It feels wonderful: Nitin Nabin’s in-laws express pride over elevation as BJP National President

IN-SPACe, 4 space startups tie up to build India’s 1st private Earth observation constellation

Chandrakona case: Calcutta HC grants Suvendu Adhikari protection from coercive police action

Cabinet approves Rs 5,000 crore equity support for SIDBI

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