SAMPANN-DigiLocker integration offers paperless documents for all pensioners

IANS | January 21, 2026 11:30 AM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) The government on Wednesday said that SAMPANN pension portal, developed by Office of the Controller General of Communication Accounts, has integrated with DigiLocker and pensioners can gain anytime access to Pension Payment Orders (e-PPOs), gratuity sanction orders and other important documents through Digilocker accounts.

Gold prices jump over 4 pc to hit record high

IANS | January 21, 2026 11:15 AM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) Gold futures on the MCX surged over Rs 4,100 or 4 per cent on Wednesday to a fresh record high, as investors jumped to buy safe‑haven assets amid fears of a widening US‑EU trade conflict and a softer dollar.

Chinese researchers develop eye surgery robot

IANS | January 21, 2026 11:14 AM

Beijing, Jan 21 (IANS) A team of Chinese researchers has developed an autonomous robotic system that is capable of performing delicate eye injections within the confined space of the human eye.

Sunita Williams retires from NASA after 27 years, three missions and record 608 days in space

IANS | January 21, 2026 9:12 AM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) Sunita Williams, one of the most accomplished astronauts in the history of human spaceflight, has retired from the American space agency NASA after an extraordinary 27-year career. Her retirement follows a historic and unexpected nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), marking the conclusion of a journey defined by endurance, leadership, and scientific excellence.