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PM Modi suggests gaming innovations using Ramayana, Mahabharta

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday suggested to youth to make strides in the field of gaming by taking Ramayana, Mahabharat and other stories to the world, saying it will also export India's culture.

2026-01-12T22:19:29.077799+00:00 IST

Union Budget will be presented on Feb 1: Speaker

The Union Budget will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, which is a Sunday.

2026-01-12T21:58:33.757828+00:00 IST

Solution to stalemate in House should be found through dialogue: Lok Sabha Speaker

Answering queries during a press conference here on the upcoming Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth, he also said that steps have been taken to cut down on wasteful expenditure and capabilities and capacity of the staff are being enhanced.

2026-01-12T21:34:00.193741+00:00 IST

PM Modi to inaugurate CSPOC on January 15

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) on January 15 in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan, Parliament House Complex.

2026-01-12T21:33:23.061856+00:00 IST

Tripura Bank becomes first bank to launch solar-powered ATM van

Tripura Gramin Bank has created a national milestone by becoming the first Gramin Bank in the country to introduce a solar-powered ATM van, marking a major step towards sustainable and inclusive banking services.

2026-01-12T21:31:18.059471+00:00 IST

Probe into E-cigarette complaint being completed: Speaker

Answering queries during a press conference here on the upcoming Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth, he also cautioned members that there will be action if the dignity of the House is not maintained

2026-01-12T21:03:02.630228+00:00 IST

Assam CM distributes appointment letters to 296 candidates

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday distributed appointment letters to 296 candidates belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi communities, selected for reserved posts through the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE), at a ceremony held at the GMCH Auditorium in Guwahati.

2026-01-12T21:01:18.835764+00:00 IST

CPC Delegation visits BJP head office

The Chinese delegation was led by Sun Haiyan, Vice Minister, International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC).

2026-01-12T20:54:59.189757+00:00 IST

"India is experiencing remarkable growth in the Orange Economy":

Noting that India's youth are at the forefront of nation-building with their innovative ideas, energy and purpose, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that the country is experiencing remarkable growth in the Orange Economy, rooted in culture, content and creativity.

2026-01-12T20:41:35.317883+00:00 IST

MeitY Secretary Krishnan on PM Modi’s roundtable meet

The roundtable was held at the Prime Minister's residence in the national capital on Thursday, January 8, ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to take place in India next month.

2026-01-12T20:21:07.932858+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami extends Lohri greetings

Lohri celebrations, particularly in northern India, are marked by bonfires, traditional foods and folk songs, adding warmth and joy to the festive season.

2026-01-12T20:20:18.301148+00:00 IST

Gujarat’s textile Industry emerges as key driver of development

On the second day of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) held in Rajkot, special focus was placed on the textile industry. The state's textile sector is an important medium for development as it generates innovative employment and is a sustainable industry. On this subject, experts held in-depth discussions at the seminar and presented their views, the Chief Minister's Office said in a press release.

2026-01-12T20:19:18.781158+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi to attend Gudalur school event on Jan 13

Rahul last visited Gudalur during his Bharat Jodo Yatra in September 2022, where he addressed a gathering of supporters and praised the scenic beauty of the town in the Western Ghats. He stayed at a private school overnight before leaving for Karnataka.

2026-01-12T19:59:33.472062+00:00 IST

Indore Court directs administration to monitor Chinese Manjha

Recently, a 45-year-old man died after a kite string slit his throat while he was riding his bike in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

2026-01-12T19:33:32.606662+00:00 IST

Gold worth Rs 30 lakh stolen during bus journey recovered

Sidlaghatta police in Karnataka have cracked a major theft case involving gold jewellery stolen from a woman's vanity bag during a bus journey, officials said on Monday.

2026-01-12T19:30:05.279333+00:00 IST

Aviation Secretary reviews Chennai's new terminal's progress

According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the Secretary stressed that projects of national importance must be completed without delays and directed the Airports Authority of India (AAI), L&T, and the Project Management Consultant (PMC) to immediately convene and resolve pending issues to ensure the T2 expansion project is completed on priority.

2026-01-12T19:06:44.146877+00:00 IST

Inquiries worth Rs 500 crore made at Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet

At the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition, the "Reverse Buyers-Sellers Meet" in Hall No. 1 has become the centre of attraction. About 53 international buyers from 23 countries have arrived here to purchase goods from various manufacturers in India. To sell their products, more than 1,800 manufacturers from across the state have participated.

2026-01-12T19:05:18.906693+00:00 IST

Dhami honours mahila and yuva mangal dals on National Youth Day

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday felicitated Mahila Mangal Dals and Yuva Mangal Dals for their commendable work in various fields on the occasion of National Youth Day

2026-01-12T19:04:41.719850+00:00 IST

'Awareness about marriage registration increases in Uttarakhand'

A look at the figures shows that, compared to the earlier Act, the daily average number of marriage registrations has risen by 24 times

2026-01-12T18:39:44.843786+00:00 IST

Seminar on 'Gunvatta Chakra: Building World-Class Products for India' held under VGRC

As part of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, a seminar on 'Gunvatta Chakra: Building World-Class Products for India' was organised at Marwadi University, Rajkot.

2026-01-12T18:27:17.885855+00:00 IST

Delivery employee assaulted by showroom owner

In a recent incident, a delivery employee was allegedly restrained and assaulted physically by a showroom owner over the issue of using perfume inside the store premises, police officials said.

2026-01-12T18:02:36.078985+00:00 IST