Gujarat village’s community kitchen draws PM Modi's praise

IANS | January 25, 2026 3:39 PM

Mehsana, Jan 25 (IANS) In his monthly radio programme, 'Mann Ki Baat', on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned Chandanki village in Bahucharaji taluka of Gujarat's Mehsana district as an inspiring example of collective responsibility, highlighting its unique tradition of a community kitchen.

'Pakistan's quest for integrated education remains unfulfilled'

IANS | January 25, 2026 3:27 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Across Pakistan's religious seminaries, madrasas, and emerging Islamic universities, the promise of blending religious teachings with modern knowledge is frequently reiterated, with the institutions claiming to produce well-rounded Muslims equipped to navigate faith and contemporary life, merging 'deen' (religion) with 'duniya' (worldly affairs).

‘Wings India 2026’ to showcase rise of Indian aviation: Govt

IANS | January 25, 2026 2:56 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) With its unmatched scale, global participation and strategic focus, Asia’s largest civil aviation event, ’Wings India 2026’, is set to be a defining moment for the global aviation community, the government said on Sunday.

With four President’s Medals, 17 MSMs, MP Police's bagful of national gallantry honours

IANS | January 25, 2026 1:56 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) A day ahead of Republic Day, the Centre announced the names of officers and personnel nationwide who have been selected for gallantry and service medals. Among them, Madhya Pradesh stood out, with four officers receiving the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and 17 personnel awarded the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM).