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Coordinated action initiated to contain Nipah outbreak: JP Nadda

Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda, amid reports of two suspected Nipah virus cases in West Bengal, said that the government has initiated a coordinated response to prevent a potential outbreak.

2026-01-12T22:25:13.642622+00:00 IST

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

243 out of 592 poll promises fulfilled by Congress: Karnataka CM

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday hit out at the opposition, accusing it of spreading misinformation for political gains, and asserted that his government has delivered on its pre-election promises, including massive spending on infrastructure and welfare schemes.

2026-01-12T21:30:40.206346+00:00 IST

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Delhi’s air quality remains in ‘poor’ category

The air quality in East Delhi's Anand Vihar area deteriorated to the "very poor" category on Wednesday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) being recorded at 342 at 8:00 AM, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.

2026-02-25T03:27:06.391055+00:00 IST

“Top-level leadership of Maoists has become zero”: IG Bastar P Su

IG Bastar P. Sundarraj on Wednesday said that the top-level leadership of CPI (Maoist) in Telangana has been reduced to "zero", asserting that the strength of the outfit is steadily declining in the state.

2026-02-25T03:23:07.646885+00:00 IST

Exercise Agni Varsha demonstrates integrated combat power in dese

The exercise focused on coordinated employment of combined arms, precision long-range fires and network-enabled command and control in a realistic battlefield setting, according to a release.

2026-02-25T03:21:43.623418+00:00 IST

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"Congress ecosystem always eulogises Hindu haters": BJP

BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala accused the Congress of always eulogising Hindu haters and whitewashing their atrocities. While speaking to ANI, Poonwala said, "The Congress ecosystem always eulogises Hindu haters. Whoever attacks or commits atrocities on Hindus is always subjected to whitewashing by the Congress ecosystem. Now, Hamid Ansari says that Ghazni was not a cruel person. Ghazni was just an Indian..."

2026-01-30T17:56:16.718826+00:00 IST

Pawan Khera slams Amit Shah over "promises" to Assam tribals

Khera's remarks came after Amit Shah, in a rally in Assam's Dibrugarh on Friday, said that PM Narendra Modi had opened unprecedented economic and developmental opportunities for Dibrugarh and Assam.

2026-01-30T17:32:11.095796+00:00 IST

Himachal Congress demands restoration of MGNREGA

The Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee on Friday observed a two-hour symbolic fast at the historic Ridge ground in Shimla on the occasion of Martyrs' Day, demanding the restoration of MGNREGA in its original form and the withdrawal of the VG-RAM-G scheme.

2026-01-30T17:29:00.474387+00:00 IST

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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

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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

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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

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"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

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BMC Polls: Mumbai BJP Chief slams Thackerays

Ameet Satam, President of Bharatiya Janata Party's Mumbai Unit, on Monday launched a sharp attack on opposition leaders, including Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, alleging that they did nothing in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation in last 25 years.

2026-01-12T20:40:45.678516+00:00 IST

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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

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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

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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

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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

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"Only Marathi person will be at the helm of affairs in BMC": Fadn

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Sunday made a strong pitch for Marathi unity, warning that the state's language, land and identity are under threat.

2026-01-12T19:59:13.119364+00:00 IST

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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

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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

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Eknath Shinde hits back at Thackerays as BMC poll battle intensif

Amid the political heat around the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde dismissed claims of opposition that the existence of the 'Marathi manush' is under threat in Mumbai.

2026-01-12T19:24:57.940388+00:00 IST

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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