Saints and seers slam Netflix film 'Ghooskhor Pandat', seek ban, apology from filmmakers

IANS | February 6, 2026 5:45 PM

Ayodhya, Feb 6 (IANS) Prominent religious saints and seers across the country have expressed strong resentment over Netflix's film 'Ghooskhor Pandat'. Several leading religious figures have sharply criticised the film, calling it harmful to society, adding that such a film title and content promoted hatred and could damage social harmony.

Indian diaspora in Malaysia gears up to welcome PM Modi

IANS | February 6, 2026 5:37 PM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) Preparations are in full swing in Malaysia to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as excitement builds among the Indian diaspora ahead of his two-day official visit from February 7 to 8. Prime Minister Modi's visit, at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, is expected to further strengthen India–Malaysia ties across trade, finance, security and cultural cooperation.

South Gujarat export sectors to gain from India-EU free trade agreement

IANS | February 6, 2026 5:27 PM

Gandhinagar, Feb 6 (IANS) The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) concluded between India and the European Union is expected to significantly expand export opportunities for Gujarat, particularly its southern region, by providing wide-ranging duty-free and preferential access to one of the world’s largest import markets.

Pariksha Pe Charcha: Jabalpur’s student Ayush Tiwari greets PM Modi ‘Har Har Narmade’

IANS | February 6, 2026 5:12 PM

Jabalpur/New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) Ayush Tiwari, a student from Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur, interacted with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the annual programme ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ in New Delhi on Friday.

Dilution of age of consent from 18 in sexual matters may undermine child safety: Govt

IANS | February 6, 2026 5:07 PM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) The POCSO Act, 2012, defines a child as any person below the age of 18 years and dilution of the age of consent or introduction of exceptions in matters involving sexual activity may undermine child safety, the Union government told in Lok Sabha on Friday.

EC briefs around 1,500 central observers ahead of forthcoming Assembly elections

IANS | February 6, 2026 4:36 PM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI), on Friday, completed the two-day interaction session with more than 1,000 Central Observers, who will be deployed in about a dozen poll-bound states, this year.

Insult to Brahmin community, Sanatanis: Congress amid ‘Ghooskhor Pandat’ row

IANS | February 6, 2026 4:11 PM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) With the upcoming web series "Ghooskhor Pandat" being embroiled in controversy even before its release, the Congress on Friday joined the criticism, terming the title an insult to the Brahmin community and Sanatanis, and demanding that the matter be looked into.

'Pariksha Pe Charcha': Tripura, Manipur students hail PM Modi's stress-free exam message

IANS | February 6, 2026 3:51 PM

Agartala/Imphal, Feb 6 (IANS) The ninth edition of 'Pariksha Pe Charcha', Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s nationwide interaction with students, was held across the country on Friday, witnessing enthusiastic participation of students and teachers from the northeastern states, including Tripura and Manipur.

‘A wonderful experience’: Ambala student shares 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' takeaways after meeting PM Modi

IANS | February 6, 2026 3:37 PM

Ambala (Haryana), Feb 6 (IANS) Kavyansh, a Class 12 student from the village of Pathrehdi in Shahzadpur, Ambala district, recently had a unique opportunity to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' programme. He represented Haryana as the state’s sole participant.

Very informative: Students across country hail PM Modi after ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ session

IANS | February 6, 2026 3:05 PM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with students during the 9th edition of ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’, offering guidance on education, skill development, technology and responsible citizenship, students across the country on Friday hailed him and described the session as 'very informative'. Several students said they learnt key lessons on time management, exam preparation and the importance of skill-based education.

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Saints and seers slam Netflix film 'Ghooskhor Pandat', seek ban, apology from filmmakers

Indian diaspora in Malaysia gears up to welcome PM Modi

South Gujarat export sectors to gain from India-EU free trade agreement

Pariksha Pe Charcha: Jabalpur’s student Ayush Tiwari greets PM Modi ‘Har Har Narmade’

Dilution of age of consent from 18 in sexual matters may undermine child safety: Govt

EC briefs around 1,500 central observers ahead of forthcoming Assembly elections

Insult to Brahmin community, Sanatanis: Congress amid ‘Ghooskhor Pandat’ row

'Pariksha Pe Charcha': Tripura, Manipur students hail PM Modi's stress-free exam message

‘A wonderful experience’: Ambala student shares 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' takeaways after meeting PM Modi

Very informative: Students across country hail PM Modi after ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ session

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