Low risk, high impact: How Khalistanis are soft-launching operations in Punjab

Vicky Nanjappa | January 29, 2026 1:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) The waters in Punjab are being tested by the Khalistani elements once again, and this could be a sign of what is coming next. After provoking and planning attacks in India from abroad, these terror groups want to intensify operations after they realised that their movement is hardly gaining any traction in Punjab.

YSRCP demands CM Naidu’s apology after no animal fat found in Tirupati laddu

IANS | January 29, 2026 1:31 PM

Amaravati, Jan 29 (IANS) The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) on Thursday demanded that Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan apologise to devotees, after a chargesheet filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) that came into public domain on Wednesday, confirmed that no animal fat was used in sacred Tirupati laddus.

Economic Survey projects India’s GDP growth at 6.8 to 7.2 per cent for FY27

IANS | January 29, 2026 1:28 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) The Economic Survey projects India’s real GDP growth for the financial year 2026-2027 in the range of 6.8 to 7.2 per cent based on an outlook for the economy that is one of steady growth amid global uncertainty.

'Shameful act’: BJP slams Opposition for sloganeering during President’s address in Parliament

IANS | January 29, 2026 1:26 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) The BJP on Thursday criticised the Opposition for its disruptive conduct during President Droupadi Murmu’s address to Parliament at the start of the Budget Session, terming it a 'shameful act' and an affront to parliamentary decorum.

Land-for-job case: Misa Bharti, Hema Yadav plead innocence; trial to commence on March 9

IANS | January 29, 2026 1:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Daughters of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) President Lalu Prasad Yadav – Misa Bharti and Hema Yadav – pleaded their innocence on Thursday in connection with the alleged Railways land-for-jobs corruption case being probed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

It’s like doing politics over dead body: BJP, JD(U) criticise CM Banerjee over conspiracy claim in Pawar’s air crash

IANS | January 29, 2026 12:31 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) After West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee raised suspicion of a conspiracy behind the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on Wednesday morning, leaders from the BJP and JD(U) on Thursday criticised her remarks, accusing her of crossing all limits and indulging in insensitive politics. Several leaders described her comments as 'doing politics over a dead body'.

Pak’s double standards exposed: Hamas regroups in Pakistan while Gaza funds fuel LeT, JeM

Vicky Nanjappa | January 29, 2026 12:21 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Over the last year and a half, dozens of Hamas terrorists have visited Pakistan and taken part in public events. The ISI has been welcoming of the Hamas leadership and has ensured good coordination with the members of the Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed.

Don't do politics over death: Shiv Sena slams Mamata Banerjee over ‘politicising’ Ajit Pawar’s demise

IANS | January 29, 2026 12:17 PM

Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Thursday slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for alleging a conspiracy behind the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar, urging her and others to refrain from politicising someone’s death.

Beating Retreat ceremony strength of India’s rich military heritage, says PM Modi

IANS | January 29, 2026 11:50 AM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) The Beating Retreat ceremony will be held on Thursday at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi, formally marking the conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations.

Free trade for ambitious, confident youth and Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi on India-EU pact

IANS | January 29, 2026 11:22 AM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the beginning of the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement reflects the spirit of an “ambitious, confident and Aatmanirbhar Bharat”.

Politics

Low risk, high impact: How Khalistanis are soft-launching operations in Punjab

YSRCP demands CM Naidu’s apology after no animal fat found in Tirupati laddu

Economic Survey projects India’s GDP growth at 6.8 to 7.2 per cent for FY27

'Shameful act’: BJP slams Opposition for sloganeering during President’s address in Parliament

Land-for-job case: Misa Bharti, Hema Yadav plead innocence; trial to commence on March 9

It’s like doing politics over dead body: BJP, JD(U) criticise CM Banerjee over conspiracy claim in Pawar’s air crash

Pak’s double standards exposed: Hamas regroups in Pakistan while Gaza funds fuel LeT, JeM

Don't do politics over death: Shiv Sena slams Mamata Banerjee over ‘politicising’ Ajit Pawar’s demise

Beating Retreat ceremony strength of India’s rich military heritage, says PM Modi

Free trade for ambitious, confident youth and Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi on India-EU pact

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