Narendra Modi first Indian PM to show deep faith in temples, says Swami Ravindra Puri

IANS | January 5, 2026 9:30 PM

Prayagraj, Jan 5 (IANS) With the beginning of the month of Magh, the Magh Mela has started, and the Panchkosi Parikrama, which awakens Sanatan tradition, faith, and cultural consciousness, has also commenced. Pilgrims, including saints and sadhus from various akharas, were seen performing rituals along the Triveni Sangam here.

Delhi: Man walks into police station, claims to have killed mother, siblings in Laxmi Nagar

IANS | January 5, 2026 9:27 PM

New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) A shocking triple murder has rocked the Laxmi Nagar area after a 25-year-old man allegedly killed three members of his own family, citing financial distress as the motive. The accused, identified as Yashveer Singh, later approached the Laxmi Nagar Police Station to surrender and confess to the crime. The horrific crime has left neighbours and residents stunned.

Khelo India Beach Games have expanded horizon of Indian sports, created new pathways for talent development: PM Modi

IANS | January 5, 2026 8:31 PM

Diu, Jan 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the transformative power of sports in a special message on Monday as the second edition of Khelo India Beach Games got off to a colourful start at the Ghoghla Beach in Diu, which is wearing a festive look with the Games' mascot ‘Pearl’ – the happy and energetic dolphin – welcoming athletes, support staff, volunteers and all stake holders.