Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir doctors warn of launching strike from January 26

IANS | January 11, 2026 3:08 PM

Islamabad, Jan 11 (IANS) The United Doctors Forum (UDF) — an umbrella organisation of the Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) and the Young Doctors Association (YDA) in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) -- has warned the authorities of launching a protest from January 26 if their "long-pending and legitimate" demands were not agreed to, local media reported.

Protests held in Pakistan's Quetta over prolonged gas shortages amid severe cold

IANS | January 11, 2026 2:21 PM

Quetta, Jan 11 (IANS) Protests were held in Pakistan's Quetta due to prolonged gas shortages amid a severe cold weather, with residents blocking roads and burning tyres along low pressure and disruption of supplies, local media reported on Sunday.

'Many tried to destroy Somnath Temple, India, but did not succeed', PM Modi hails centuries of resilience

IANS | January 11, 2026 2:12 PM

Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday recalled the repeated attacks by foreign invaders on the Somnath Temple, and said that the story of the sacred shrine should not be confined to episodes of destruction alone, but should also be remembered for the courage, sacrifice and determination that led to its reconstruction every time it was attacked.

Some tried to whitewash religiously motivated attacks for appeasement politics, says PM Modi

IANS | January 11, 2026 1:49 PM

Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong attack on Sunday against those with a "slave mentality" who opposed the restoration of the Somnath Temple in 1951. He stated that such forces continue to employ "evil means" against India.

Left, BJP youth wings hold protests against Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil

IANS | January 11, 2026 1:35 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 11 (IANS) The members of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), which is the youth wing of CPI(M), and the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) on Sunday held separate demonstrations against Rahul Mamkootathil, the expelled Congress MLA, who has been arrested in connection with a rape case.

Cong to protest against 'scrapping' of MGNREGA, observe fast nationwide: Ajay Rai

IANS | January 11, 2026 1:02 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) Congress UP Chief Ajay Rai on Sunday said that the party workers across the country will hold protests and observe a fast against the Central government’s decision to "end" MGNREGA and replace it with an alternative scheme, which he claimed fails to protect the interests of the poor.

Celebration of 1000-year journey, festival of India's existence and pride: PM Modi on Somnath Swabhiman Parv

IANS | January 11, 2026 12:49 PM

Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Sunday that raising the flag atop the historic Somnath Temple symbolises India's strength and capability, showcasing it to the entire world.

'Desperate attempt to derail crucial process': Suvendu Adhikari to CEC on Mamata Banerjee's SIR allegations

IANS | January 11, 2026 12:28 PM

Kolkata, Jan 11 (IANS) The Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, has addressed a letter to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, countering the allegations made by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in her correspondence to the CEC regarding the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR). He has described these allegations as "baseless, exaggerated, and blown out of proportion".

ECI irked over delay in registering FIRs against poll officers 'manipulating' voters' enrolment

IANS | January 11, 2026 12:17 PM

Kolkata, Jan 11 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken exception to the unnecessary delay on the part of two District Magistrates, also the District Electoral Officers, in West Bengal, over the delay in registering FIRs against four electoral officers in the state accused of manipulations in the enrolment of voters.

Somnath Swabhiman Parv: PM Modi offers prayers at Somnath Temple

IANS | January 11, 2026 11:30 AM

Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at the Somnath Temple in Gujarat on Sunday as part of the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv' celebrations.

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Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir doctors warn of launching strike from January 26

Protests held in Pakistan's Quetta over prolonged gas shortages amid severe cold

'Many tried to destroy Somnath Temple, India, but did not succeed', PM Modi hails centuries of resilience

Some tried to whitewash religiously motivated attacks for appeasement politics, says PM Modi

Left, BJP youth wings hold protests against Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil

Cong to protest against 'scrapping' of MGNREGA, observe fast nationwide: Ajay Rai

Celebration of 1000-year journey, festival of India's existence and pride: PM Modi on Somnath Swabhiman Parv

'Desperate attempt to derail crucial process': Suvendu Adhikari to CEC on Mamata Banerjee's SIR allegations

ECI irked over delay in registering FIRs against poll officers 'manipulating' voters' enrolment

Somnath Swabhiman Parv: PM Modi offers prayers at Somnath Temple

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