Indian Army renames 246 roads, buildings to shed colonial legacy

IANS | February 6, 2026 9:49 AM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) The campaign to break free from the colonial mindset continues, with the Indian Army renaming 246 roads and buildings that carried British-era names. The move aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to shed symbols of colonial rule and reclaim India’s historical and cultural identity.

'Pariksha Pe Charcha' returns with a wider reach and a familiar message

IANS | February 5, 2026 7:35 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's unique annual interaction "Pariksha Pe Charcha" with students, parents, and teachers is set to be aired on Friday in an expanded format and renewed emphasis on mental well‑being and child‑centred learning in its ninth edition.

Himachal bans mobile phones by students in all schools from March 1

IANS | February 5, 2026 7:20 PM

Shimla, Feb 5 (IANS) In a significant move to enhance the academic environment, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Thursday announced a ban on the use of mobile phones by students in all government and private schools in the state from March 1