Washington, Jan 8 (IANS) The White House on Wednesday said the possible acquisition of Greenland remains under active discussion, framing the Arctic territory as strategically vital to US national security and to deterring the activities of Russia and China.
Ahmedabad, Jan 7 (IANS) Gujarat Government spokesperson Jitu Vaghani on Wednesday said the state administration is gearing up for the ‘Somnath Swabhiman Parv’, to be held from January 8 to 11, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Paris, Jan 7 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday participated in India's inaugural engagement in the Weimar Triangle format, holding candid discussions with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot, German Minister of State for Europe and Climate Action Anna Lührmann (represented by Tobias Lindner or Wadephul as mentioned), and Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski.
Ahmedabad, Jan 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a three-day visit to Gujarat on January 10, during which he will offer prayers at the Somnath temple and hold bilateral discussions with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Gandhinagar, officials announced.
Vadodara, Jan 7 (IANS) Sarthak Arya and Hardee Patel upset third seeds Snehit Suravajjula and Sayali Wani 5-11, 11-9, 11-9, 9-11, 12-10 to advance to the second round of the mixed doubles qualifying, while Anusha Kutumbale upset the experienced Nithya Mani in Group 2 of women’s singles qualifying to stay in hunt for a knockout spot in the WTT Feeder Series 2026 at the SAMA Indoor Sports Complex here on Wednesday.
Kathmandu, Jan 7 (IANS) Nepali Cabinet Minister Kul Man Ghising on Wednesday resigned from his post amid pressure from Prime Minister Sushila Karki on ministers aligned with political parties to quit their ministerial positions.
Los Angeles, Jan 7 (IANS) Hollywood star Bradley Cooper is setting the record straight on rumors about his plastic surgery. The actor was recently asked about the interesting rumours that he has heard of himself.
Bengaluru, Jan 7 (IANS) Indian tennis stars had a mixed day at the 10th Bengaluru Open as Dhakshineswar Suresh and Manas Dhamne advanced to the Quarter-Finals with hard-fought three-set victories, while former champion Sumit Nagal exited after a gruelling battle against second seed Harold Mayot.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Chief Election Commissioner of India and Chairperson of International IDEA, Gyanesh Kumar, engaged in back-to-back diplomatic meetings on Wednesday at Nirvachan Sadan, underscoring India's growing role in global democratic discourse and electoral cooperation. In the morning session, Kumar met May-Elin Stener, the Ambassador of Norway to India.
Diu, Jan 7 (IANS) Chandigarh’s Simran and Sonia broke the hearts of local fans as they defeated home favourites Anushka Singh and Anshu Kumari in the women’s Ganda double final in Pencak Silat on Day 3 of the Khelo India Beach Games 2026 at the Ghoghla Beach here on Wednesday.
