Trump says he watched Maduro raid from Mar-a-Lago

IANS | January 3, 2026 8:34 PM

Washington, Jan 3, (IANS): President Donald Trump said he personally watched the US military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, describing it as an “amazing” mission carried out with speed and precision.

After capturing Maduro, US hails 'new dawn' for Venezuela (Ld)

IANS | January 3, 2026 8:27 PM

Washington, Jan 3, (IANS) In a stunning military operation, the United States on Saturday captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and is flying them to New York to face criminal charges, according to statements by US officials and the President.

Gujarat: Dang farmers migrate from traditional to modern farming, incomes rise

IANS | January 3, 2026 8:01 PM

Gandhinagar, Jan 3 (IANS) A transitional shift in agricultural practices from traditional farming to modern farming is visible across the spectrum today, as farmers are increasingly cutting their reliance on the conventional means and adopting sustainable and cutting-edge techniques, for higher productivity as well as better financial security.

Maduro will face 'full wrath' of American justice: US Attorney General

IANS | January 3, 2026 7:54 PM

Washington, Jan 3 (IANS) US Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Saturday that Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, have been indicted in the Southern District of New York a series of serious federal crimes linked to drug trafficking and terrorism.

AFI announces qualification marks to boost athletics medal tally at 2026 Asian Games

IANS | January 3, 2026 7:27 PM

New Delhi, Jan 3 (IANS) With an eye on improving India’s overall medal tally in track and field at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) on Saturday announced the qualification standards for the continental multi-sport event. The early announcement of the qualifying standards will help the athletes plan their season to qualify and grab medals in Aichi–Nagoya 2026 later in the year.