Congress seeks to close ‘Greater Assam’ row; Gaurav Gogoi urges restraint

IANS | January 12, 2026 10:32 PM

Guwahati, Jan 12 (IANS) Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi on Monday attempted to draw a line under the political controversy sparked by remarks made by newly inducted Congress leader Rezaul Karim Sarkar, stressing the need for restraint and responsibility while addressing sensitive issues from public platforms.

Gujarat Dy CM highlights India-Germany bond as PM Modi and Chancellor Merz join Ahmedabad kite festival

IANS | January 12, 2026 10:27 PM

Ahmedabad, Jan 12 (IANS) Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi wrote on the growing warmth in India-Germany relations as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz came together at the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad, transforming a beloved cultural celebration into a moment of global significance. Under the vibrant winter sky, the festival offered a colourful canvas where tradition met diplomacy.

Net direct tax collection rises by 8.8 per cent in FY26

IANS | January 12, 2026 8:42 PM

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) The Central government's net direct tax collections touched Rs 18.37 lakh crore between April 1 and January 11 of the current financial year (2025-26), according to data released by the Income Tax Department on Monday.

Young innovators need to show bigger risk-taking appetite: PM Modi

IANS | January 12, 2026 7:58 PM

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Hitting out at the policy paralysis of the previous governments, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the Gen Z’s commitment to develop India through creativity and urged young innovators to show a bigger risk-taking appetite.

PM Modi's visit sends Somnath searches soaring everywhere

IANS | January 12, 2026 7:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) In January 2026, the shores of Prabhas Patan witnessed more than a commemorative festival -- they marked a defining national moment where history, faith, technology, and collective consciousness converged under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.