Republic Day tableaux highlight PM Modi’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, instil ‘nation first’ spirit: Sanjay Seth

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:59 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Following the grand Republic Day parade held at Kartavya Path on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day on January 26, awards were presented to the best tableaux and marching contingents across multiple categories in the national Capital on Friday. Presenting the awards, Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth said, "The celebration highlighted India’s cultural diversity, military discipline, and the vision of a developed nation."

AIIMS Research Day fosters discussion on innovation, AI and national health priorities

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:51 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) The All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, on Friday observed AIIMS Research Day 2026, showcasing innovation, artificial intelligence (AI) and national health priorities.

Waseem to lead UAE in Men’s T20 World Cup, Arafat joins as fast bowling coach

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:50 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) UAE’s star batter Muhammad Waseem will lead the 15-member squad in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, starting on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.

Tom Holland says ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ is his ‘most creatively fulfilling’ project

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:49 PM

Los Angeles, Jan 30 (IANS) Hollywood actor Tom Holland is opening up on the project on which he experienced the most creative satisfaction.

Neena Gupta says, 'Vadh 2' opens door for elder actors to carry film on their shoulders

Akshay Acharya | January 30, 2026 5:49 PM

Mumbai, Jan 30 (IANS) Actress Neena Gupta, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film ‘Vadh 2’, has shared that the success of the film’s first part, and the upcoming sequel opens up new avenues for veteran actors of the country.

Pakistan's FATF obligations under scrutiny as terror outfits undergo modernization instead of dismantlement

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:39 PM

Washington, Jan 30 (IANS) Pakistan’s legal framework may align on paper with the 40 recommendations of global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog Financial Action Task Force (FATF) but enforcement on the ground remains glaringly inconsistent.

Pakistan: 27th Constitutional Amendment's severe impact in Balochistan

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:30 PM

Berlin, Jan 30 (IANS) Analysts and rights advocates in Germany's Berlin have warned that the 27th Constitutional Amendment adopted in Pakistan will weaken judicial independence and increase executive authority, resulting in reduced protection for people already facing human rights abuses and political exclusion, local media reported.

India's forex reaches all-time high of $709.413 billion ahead of Budget 2026

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $8.053 billion in the week ended January 23 -- reaching an all-time high of $709.413 billion, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday.

Gujarat CM launches 49 projects worth Rs 234 crore in Anand

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:26 PM

Anand, Jan 30 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday laid foundation stones and inaugurated 49 public welfare development projects worth Rs 234.01 crore in Khambhat, giving a fresh boost to infrastructure and social development in Anand district.

Arun Vijay on son Arnav winning Best Child Actor award: My heart fills with pride!

IANS | January 30, 2026 5:25 PM

Chennai, Jan 30 (IANS) Well known Tamil actor Arun Vijay, who is now on cloud nine because of his young son Arnav Vijay winning the Tamil Nadu State Government's Award for Best Child actor for the year 2021 for his debut performance in the film 'Oh My Dog!!', has now said that his heart is filled with pride, not only as a father but also as an actor too.