Narendra Modi first Indian PM to show deep faith in temples, says Swami Ravindra Puri

IANS | January 5, 2026 9:30 PM

Prayagraj, Jan 5 (IANS) With the beginning of the month of Magh, the Magh Mela has started, and the Panchkosi Parikrama, which awakens Sanatan tradition, faith, and cultural consciousness, has also commenced. Pilgrims, including saints and sadhus from various akharas, were seen performing rituals along the Triveni Sangam here.

US Congressman Krishnamoorthi to step down from China panel role

IANS | January 5, 2026 9:01 PM

Washington, Jan 5 (IANS) Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, the Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the US and the Chinese Communist Party, on Monday, announced that he will step down from his leadership role on the panel later this month, bringing to close a three-year tenure that coincided with the committee's formative period.

US to receive $600 bn in tariffs: Trump

IANS | January 5, 2026 8:54 PM

Washington, Jan 5 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Monday said the US has taken in, and will soon receive, more than $600 billion through tariffs, arguing that the policy has strengthened the country financially and bolstered national security.