Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praises NCC cadets' role in Op Sindoor mock drills

IANS | January 24, 2026 4:47 PM

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Describing National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets as the nation's second line of defence, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Saturday, called upon youth to draw inspiration from their vital role in raising public awareness when mock drills were conducted across the country during Operation Sindoor.

Iran thanks India for opposing 'unjust and politically motivated' UNHRC resolution

IANS | January 24, 2026 3:22 PM

Tehran/New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Mohammad Fathali, Ambassador of Iran to India, on Saturday expressed Tehran's "sincere gratitude" to the Indian government for its "principled and firm support" while voting against a resolution which was finally adopted by the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) during its 39th special session on Friday.

Shubhanshu Shukla, Alakh Pandey among distinguished personalities honoured at ‘Uttar Pradesh Diwas’ celebrations

IANS | January 24, 2026 3:21 PM

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday participated in the ‘Uttar Pradesh Diwas’ celebrations as the chief guest. The event was held at Rashtra Prerna Sthal and witnessed the presence of several dignitaries, including Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy Chief Ministers, ministers, officials, and citizens from across the state. Significantly, Shubhanshu Shukla and Alakh Pandey were among distinguished personalities honoured on the occasion.