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Calling it the outcome of long-term reforms and decisive leadership, Surinder Verma says India’s rise reflects policy consistency, infrastructure growth and strengthened global economic credibility. New Delhi | January 1, 2026 India has ushered in the new year with a significant economic milestone, overtaking Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest…
Delhi Police intensify New Year checks, deploying large teams and conducting breath tests across major hotspots to prevent drunk driving incidents. The Delhi Traffic Police started a strict enforcement drive on New Year’s Eve and issued 868 challans for drunk driving across the city. Police officers used breathalyser checks throughout…
New Delhi, Dec 31, 2025 : The first-ever Vande Matrushakti Pujan Mahotsav, dedicated to honouring mothers from across the country, was organised on December 30 at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, New Delhi. The national-level programme was jointly organised by Shri Ganesh Seva Mandal Delhi (Regd.), Laxmi Nagar, and…
On New Year Eve 2025, look back at India’s defining moments — from Mahakumbh and Delhi elections to economic milestones, cricket triumphs, tragedies, and viral culture New Delhi: As New Year Eve arrives, India pauses to reflect on a year that demanded resilience and clarity. The past twelve months delivered…
Uttarakhand Chamoli train collision inside power project tunnel triggers emergency rescue and hospitalisation of injured workers. On Tuesday evening, a serious accident injured around 60 people after two internal locomotive trains collided inside a long tunnel at the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Project in Pipalkoti, Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. The crash occurred…
Governor Gurmit Singh’s encouragement strengthens sustainable rural development and traditional knowledge promotion New Delhi: Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd.), Governor of Uttarakhand, and Minister Shri Dhan Singh Rawat inaugurated the 2026 calendar of Namami Gau Matram Foundation, Jaipur. This initiative focuses on promoting indigenous cattle conservation and sustainable bull-based livelihoods.…
A night blaze near Yelamanchili halts a long-distance train, leaves one elderly passenger dead, and triggers rescue, evacuation, and a safety investigation. A major fire broke out on the Tatanagar Ernakulam Express Train No. 18189 during the early hours of Monday, December 29, 2025, while the train was passing near…
From Pandemic Beginnings to Everest Summit: A Remarkable Journey New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on December 26 presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025 to Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti, recognising his exceptional achievement in completing the Seven Summits Challenge at a historic young age. December 26 is observed annually as…
Allegations of Institutional Bias Raise Concerns Over Rule of Law New Delhi: Alleging political interference in constitutional bodies, Dr. K. A. Paul has criticised the BJP government and the NCW for what he described as biased and selective action against dissenting voices. Referring to the NCW summoning actor Sivaji over…
After a Press Club briefing, veterans intensified their agitation at NTPC Bhawan, highlighting decades-long unpaid dues and warning of a broader movement if promised hearings fail to deliver results. New Delhi | December 27, 2025 A group of 96 ex-servicemen linked to the Dabhol Power Project, NTPC, and Ratnagiri Gas…
