Nation rises only when citizens rise: Acharya Prashant

IANS | January 25, 2026 4:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) On the occasion of India's 77th Republic Day, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant said that the idea of a Republic cannot be reduced to a Constitutional structure alone and that the strength of the nation ultimately depends on the inner awakening of its citizens.

Gujarat village’s community kitchen draws PM Modi's praise

IANS | January 25, 2026 3:39 PM

Mehsana, Jan 25 (IANS) In his monthly radio programme, 'Mann Ki Baat', on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned Chandanki village in Bahucharaji taluka of Gujarat's Mehsana district as an inspiring example of collective responsibility, highlighting its unique tradition of a community kitchen.

'Pakistan's quest for integrated education remains unfulfilled'

IANS | January 25, 2026 3:27 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Across Pakistan's religious seminaries, madrasas, and emerging Islamic universities, the promise of blending religious teachings with modern knowledge is frequently reiterated, with the institutions claiming to produce well-rounded Muslims equipped to navigate faith and contemporary life, merging 'deen' (religion) with 'duniya' (worldly affairs).