Nepal's rapper-turned-mayor Balen Shah began his election campaign from Janakpur ahead of March polls. The RSP leader promised stronger federalism and urged voters to support competence over identity. He is set to file nomination from Jhapa and challenge former PM KP Sharma Oli.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the event at around 11:30 am, alongside Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and other senior leaders, according to a BJP party source and a press release issued on January 16.
The 56th World Economic Forum in Davos (Jan 19-23, 2026) is seeing India step onto the world stage with its biggest-ever delegation, a 10,000 sq ft India Pavilion, and a clear message: India is already a key driver of global growth, not just a long-term bet.
Aligned with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi' and under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Stone Artisan Park Training Institute (SAPTI) aims to optimise the potential of Gujarat's stone industry and build on its rich heritage
The SIT, under the leadership of the Additional Director General (ADG) of the Meerut Zone, comprises the Divisional Commissioner, Meerut, and the Chief Engineer, PWD. According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), it has been tasked to submit its report to the CM within five days.
Speaking to ANI, Yediyurappa said, "The young gentleman (Nitin Nabin) will get elected unanimously. It is the speciality of Modi ji, Nitin Gadkari ji and Amit Shah ji to elect a young leader."
Uyghur activist Abdulhakim Idris warned that China's reported bans on Uyghur songs are part of a wider effort to erase Uyghur culture. He said music preserves identity and heritage, and that silencing artists and cultural leaders weakens community memory and belonging.
Laxman, BJP's national returning officer for 'Sangathan Parv', said that the process to elect the party's national president was initiated after the election of 30 State Presidents across 36 states.
Women Inspiring Network (WIN), a global not-for-profit platform will host the second edition of the #WINLounge during The World Economic Forum Week, Davos 2026 spotlighting 10+ TRAILBLAZING INDIAN WOMEN LEADERS as voices of global influence across business, finance, policy, tech, media, and
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on an official visit and was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the airport. The two leaders travelled in the same car while departing. PM Modi welcomed him on X, saying he looked forward to discussions.
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 19: The Federation of Indian Granite and Stone Industry (FIGSI) has announced its newly elected office bearers for a two-year term from 2026 to 2028, reflecting a refreshed leadership structure for the natural stone sector in India.