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Showcases 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' spirit: PM Modi after inaugurating National Volleyball Tournament

IANS | January 4, 2026 2:05 PM

Varanasi, Jan 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi, saying the event reflects the true spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' and underlines the Centre's sustained efforts to reform India's sports ecosystem by creating wider opportunities for young talent.

Centre sanctions 24 chip design projects in big push to India's semiconductor industry

IANS | January 4, 2026 1:51 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) As many as 24 chip design projects have been sanctioned across areas such as video surveillance, drone detection, energy meters, microprocessors, satellite communications, and broadband and IoT Systems-on-Chip (SoCs) under the Centre's Design Linked Incentive Scheme (DLI) scheme, according to an official statement issued on Sunday.

Bharat’s energy security journey hits major milestone with HPCL’s RUF commissioning: Hardeep Puri

IANS | January 4, 2026 1:50 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Bharat’s journey toward achieving energy security has reached an important milestone with the successful commissioning of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited’s Residue Upgradation Facility at the Visakh Refinery in Andhra Pradesh, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Sunday.

Will continue to boost partnership with Bhutan rooted in sustainability, trust: Gautam Adani

IANS | January 4, 2026 1:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, on Sunday said they will continue to strengthen their partnership with Bhutan, which is rooted in sustainability, trust and long-term value, as he hailed the energy partnership with the Himalayan country.

Gurmeet Ram Rahim granted 40-day parole again, set for 15th release from jail since 2017

IANS | January 4, 2026 12:55 PM

Rohtak, Jan 4 (IANS) Gurmeet Ram Rahim, the chief of Dera Sacha Sauda, who is currently lodged in Sunaria Jail in Haryana's Rohtak serving sentences for raping two female followers and murdering a journalist, has once again been granted a 40-day parole.

AAP's Raghav Chadha hails Centre's draft social security rules as milestone for gig workers

IANS | January 4, 2026 12:47 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha has welcomed the Central government's draft Social Security Rules, notified on December 30, 2025, under the Code on Social Security, 2020, describing them as a "crucial first step" towards recognition, protection, and dignity for millions of gig workers and delivery partners.

'Rahul abroad, Priyanka in charge': JD(U) reacts to Assam Congress screening panel appointment

IANS | January 4, 2026 12:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) The appointment of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra as Chairperson of the Assam Congress Screening Committee has triggered sharp political reactions across party lines, with JD(U) leader commenting that Rahul Gandhi’s absence abroad has shifted the responsibility to her.

'Kind of economic sanctions': Prithviraj Chavan on BCCI direction on Bangladeshi player (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | January 4, 2026 12:10 PM

Mumbai, Jan 4 (IANS) Senior Congress leader and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan on Sunday criticised India's foreign policy in the wake of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) directing the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to drop Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman, following widespread outrage across the country.

Working with local governments, law enforcement to remove illegal content: X Corp

IANS | January 4, 2026 11:50 AM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Elon Musk-run X Corp on Sunday said it continues to take action against illegal content on its social media platform, including Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), and is working with local governments and law enforcement agencies as necessary.

Indore water crisis: Residents of Bakery Gali claim using contaminated, insect-infested water

IANS | January 4, 2026 11:03 AM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Residents of Bakery Gali near Malwa Mill in Madhya Pradesh's Indore are grappling with a severe drinking water crisis, alleging that black, foul-smelling, and insect-infested water is being supplied through municipal taps, posing serious health risks, particularly to children.

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Showcases 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' spirit: PM Modi after inaugurating National Volleyball Tournament

Centre sanctions 24 chip design projects in big push to India's semiconductor industry

Bharat’s energy security journey hits major milestone with HPCL’s RUF commissioning: Hardeep Puri

Will continue to boost partnership with Bhutan rooted in sustainability, trust: Gautam Adani

Gurmeet Ram Rahim granted 40-day parole again, set for 15th release from jail since 2017

AAP's Raghav Chadha hails Centre's draft social security rules as milestone for gig workers

'Rahul abroad, Priyanka in charge': JD(U) reacts to Assam Congress screening panel appointment

'Kind of economic sanctions': Prithviraj Chavan on BCCI direction on Bangladeshi player (IANS Exclusive)

Working with local governments, law enforcement to remove illegal content: X Corp

Indore water crisis: Residents of Bakery Gali claim using contaminated, insect-infested water

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