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Reliance, Adani announce major investments at Vibrant Gujarat

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced that the conglomerate will invest Rs 7 lakh crore in Gujarat over the next five years, doubling its investment of the previous five years. Addressing the conference in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Ambani said Reliance's commitment to Gujarat's development was a "resolution", adding that "Reliance is the identity of Gujarat, and Gujarat is the heart of Reliance."

2026-01-11T17:07:31.542649+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand: Man commits suicide in hotel, alleging harrasment

A 40-year-old man died by suicide in a hotel room in Haldwani early Sunday morning. Before he took this step, he uploaded a video, levelling serious allegations against several property dealers and police officers.

2026-01-11T17:06:11.614209+00:00 IST

IndiaAI, MeitY, UP govt set to host Regional AI Impact Conference

According to an official release, the UP Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 marks a precursor to the India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to be held in New Delhi, India, from February 16-20, 2026. The Lucknow Conference will convene senior policymakers, state and central government officials, global institutions, industry leaders, researchers and innovators.

2026-01-11T17:03:37.634887+00:00 IST

"Multilingual India is a symbol of civilisational strength"

Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, Vijender Gupta, addressed the Valedictory Session of the Third International Indian Language Conference held in New Delhi on Sunday, stating, "Language is not merely a medium of communication; it is the living bridge between our civilisational past and our democratic future."

2026-01-11T16:59:54.890771+00:00 IST

PM Modi is taking VB-G RAM-G scheme to next level: K. Annamalai

BJP leader K. Annamalai on Sunday hailed the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 (VB-G RAM G) 2025, saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is taking the scheme to "the next level."

2026-01-11T16:58:13.260659+00:00 IST

CM Sukhu meets Nadaun Panchayat delegation

A delegation from the Bada and Faste Gram Panchayats of the Nadaun Assembly constituency on Sunday met the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.

2026-01-11T16:55:39.179034+00:00 IST

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi travel by metro

During the journey, CM interacted with commuters and students and gathered their feedback on the metro service.

2026-01-11T16:51:15.843729+00:00 IST

KTR hits out at Telangana govt over HYDRA drive

Speaking to the media, KTR challenged Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to first act against alleged illegal buildings owned by senior Telangana Congress leaders, including Patnam Mahendar Reddy, KVP Ramachandar Rao, Vivek Venkat Swamy and Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, instead of targeting the homes of underprivileged people.

2026-01-11T16:46:53.847302+00:00 IST

VGRC 2026: MoU worth Rs 11.49 crore signed by fish supplier compa

The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) was inaugurated at Marwadi University in Rajkot on January 11 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Following the inauguration, a series of B2B and B2G seminars were organised to foster dialogue and collaboration across key sectors.

2026-01-11T16:33:22.377114+00:00 IST

Pune: Fire breaks out at mobile tower in Pimpri

A fire erupted in a mobile tower on a building's terrace after fireworks were set off during Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's roadshow in the Bhosari area of Pimpri Chinchwad on Sunday.

2026-01-11T16:19:56.532994+00:00 IST

Ranchi: Classes from KG to Class 6 suspended till January 14, due

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Ranchi has issued a special bulletin forecasting persistent severe cold and cold wave conditions across the district over the coming days. Subsequently, several guidelines for schools and teachers were issued.

2026-01-11T16:15:12.427142+00:00 IST

Gujarat: Somnath Swabhiman Parv’ to be held till January 15

The Gujarat State Government has decided to extend the celebrations of 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv' until January 15 at Somnath, in light of public sentiments and demands.

2026-01-11T15:57:43.927215+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM Dhami orders magisterial probe into suicide

Singh alleged harassment and extortion by Udham Singh Nagar police in a Facebook Live video before his death, citing a ₹4 crore land fraud case and pressure from police and property dealers.

2026-01-11T15:22:09.754077+00:00 IST

CPI Gen Secy questions ED over Bengal CM's interfence in raids

Speaking to ANI, he said, "What was ED doing for such a long time? Suddenly, ED woke up and went for a ride and at the same time, the Chief Minister went and collected papers and a laptop and went away."

2026-01-11T15:17:51.905697+00:00 IST

Congress takes out 'Nyay Yatra' over Indore water contamination

The Congress party organised a 'Nyay Yatra' (Justice March) on Sunday, protesting the contaminated water issue in Indore's Bhagirathpura area, the consumption of which led to the death of approximately 20 people and left hundreds ill.

2026-01-11T15:16:29.243897+00:00 IST

CJI Surya Kant lays foundation for Integrated Judicial Court

Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Sunday laid the foundation stone of the Integrated Judicial Court Complex at Rangmahal, North Guwahati in Kamrup district in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Judges of the Supreme Court and the Gauhati High Court.

2026-01-11T15:15:48.068061+00:00 IST

MoHFW establishes Health Pavilion at Vibrant Gujarat Exhibition

Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has set up a comprehensive Health Pavilion at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition 2026, underway at Marwadi University, Rajkot, Gujarat, from January 11 to 15, to showcase flagship health programmes of the Government of India.

2026-01-11T15:04:24.893951+00:00 IST

"Reform Express playing big role...": PM Modi at Vibrant Gujarat

PM Modi outlined key reforms, including GST reforms that boosted MSMEs and positively impacted sectors; 100% FDI approved insurance sector; Income Tax law updated after 60 years, benefiting crores of taxpayers and labour reforms that will benefit workers, industry. He linked reforms to India's goal of becoming a developed nation.

2026-01-11T14:29:22.834134+00:00 IST

India to conduct first space launch of 2026

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium Director, Dr. B R Guruprasad, on Sunday, stated that India is going to conduct its first launch of the year in space on Monday with Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)- C62.

2026-01-11T14:19:00.435691+00:00 IST

PM Narendra Modi receives warm welcome in Rajkot

After participating in the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv' in the divine presence of Somnath Dada, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rajkot to inaugurate the 'Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference: Saurashtra-Kutch' on Sunday. Upon the arrival of the Prime Minister at the Bedi APMC Helipad, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi accorded him a warm welcome, the Chief Minister's office said in a press release.

2026-01-11T14:15:43.171476+00:00 IST

Himachal Pradesh govt strengthens social security support

One of the major reforms introduced by the government has been the removal of the income ceiling and the requirement of Gram Sabha approval for widowed, deserted and single women, as well as for persons with 40 to 69 per cent disability seeking social security pensions. The move has significantly simplified access to pensions and reduced procedural hurdles, particularly for women and persons with disabilities.

2026-01-11T14:07:17.280080+00:00 IST