'Rising intolerance': J&K leaders condemns mob attack on Kashmiri shawl seller in Uttarakhand

IANS | January 30, 2026 3:07 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir leaders on Friday condemned the alleged mob attack on a young Kashmiri shawl seller in Uttarakhand, in which the victim suffered multiple fractures and serious injuries, with several of them alleging that such incidents are increasingly being reported in states ruled by the BJP, and called for strict action against those responsible.

Gujarat's emergency helpline service handled over 3.82 lakh cases in four months

IANS | January 29, 2026 9:57 PM

Gandhinagar, Jan 29 (IANS) Gujarat Police have attended 382,728 emergency cases under the '112' service in the last four months, with an average of more than 12,000 calls handled daily, officials said on Thursday.

'Possibility of misuse cannot be ruled out': SC stays UGC’s 2026 equity regulations (Lead)

IANS | January 29, 2026 7:07 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) The Supreme Court, in an interim order passed on Thursday, stayed the operation of the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026, directing that the earlier 2012 Regulations will continue to govern the field until further orders.

Ayurveda shows us way to understand life, achieve balance and live in harmony with nature: PM Modi

IANS | January 28, 2026 6:39 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday here that Ayurveda in India has not been confined to any one period or region, adding that throughout the ages, this ancient system of medicine has shown us the way to understand life, to achieve balance and to live in harmony with nature.

Padma Shri award an encouragement to work with more dedication: Santoor maestro Pt Tarun Bhattacharya

IANS | January 26, 2026 7:12 PM

Kolkata, Jan 26 (IANS) Renowned Santoor maestro Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, who has been honoured with the Padma Shri this year, on Monday thanked the Central government for recognising his contribution to Indian classical music and said that the prestigious award would inspire him to work with greater dedication.

PM Modi's maroon Pagdi steals spotlight on 77th Republic Day

IANS | January 26, 2026 6:30 PM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) On the occasion of India's 77th Republic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s choice of headgear once again became a major talking point, drawing widespread admiration, media attention, and social media buzz across the country.

Padma awardee handicraft artist Tripti Mukherjee credits mother for learning Kantha craft

IANS | January 26, 2026 11:39 AM

Kolkata, Jan 26 (IANS) Tripti Mukherjee, a renowned handicraft artist from Suri in West Bengal’s Birbhum district, who has empowered thousands of rural women through the art of Kantha stitch, has credited her mother for her success after being honoured with the Padma Shri by the Centre.

Alwar's Bhapang maestro Gafruddin Mewati Jogi honoured with Padma Shri after 38 years of dedication

IANS | January 26, 2026 12:17 AM

Alwar, Jan 26 (IANS) The announcement of the prestigious Padma Shri award for renowned Bhapang player Gafruddin Mewati Jogi from Alwar has brought a wave of joy to his family and local community.

Fortunate to be connected with cultural families: Padma awardee Kailash Chandra Pant

IANS | January 25, 2026 10:22 PM

Sagar/ New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Eminent writer of Hindi literature and educationalist Kailash Chandra Pant (89) from Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar is among those names who have been approved for the Padma Shri, the country’s second-highest civilian award for 2026.

'Recognition of silent service biggest reward': Padma Shri recipient Mahendra Nath Roy (Ld)

IANS | January 25, 2026 10:10 PM

Kolkata, Jan 25 (IANS) Emotions ran high as social worker and noted chemistry professor Mahendra Nath Roy was announced as one of the recipients of the Padma Shri under the Padma Awards 2026, recognising him as an "Unsung and Unique Hero".

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'Rising intolerance': J&K leaders condemns mob attack on Kashmiri shawl seller in Uttarakhand

Gujarat's emergency helpline service handled over 3.82 lakh cases in four months

'Possibility of misuse cannot be ruled out': SC stays UGC’s 2026 equity regulations (Lead)

Ayurveda shows us way to understand life, achieve balance and live in harmony with nature: PM Modi

Padma Shri award an encouragement to work with more dedication: Santoor maestro Pt Tarun Bhattacharya

PM Modi's maroon Pagdi steals spotlight on 77th Republic Day

Padma awardee handicraft artist Tripti Mukherjee credits mother for learning Kantha craft

Alwar's Bhapang maestro Gafruddin Mewati Jogi honoured with Padma Shri after 38 years of dedication

Fortunate to be connected with cultural families: Padma awardee Kailash Chandra Pant

'Recognition of silent service biggest reward': Padma Shri recipient Mahendra Nath Roy (Ld)

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