Neeraj Kumar, Author at DD India

January 14, 2026 11:23 PM

Mitchell ton helps New Zealand level ODI series with India

Daryl Mitchell scored an unbeaten 131 from 117 balls to lead New Zealand to a seven-wicket win over India in the second One-Day International on Wednesday and level the three-match series at 1-1. New Zealand won the toss and sent India into bat, res...

January 14, 2026 11:18 PM

Amit Shah offers prayers at Jagannath Temple, Gurudwara and joins kite festival on Uttarayan in Ahmedabad

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday marked the sacred festival of Uttarayan by offering prayers at the Shri Jagannath Temple, worshipping Gau Mata, paying obeisance at a gurudwara, and participating in public kite-flying events across Ahmedaba...

January 14, 2026 10:47 PM

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets IDCPC Vice Minister Sun Haiyan

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Sun Haiyan, Vice Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), during her visit to India from January 12 to 14. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the discussio...

January 14, 2026 10:34 PM

Union Minister Sonowal proposes India-Oman green shipping corridor as ancient stitched vessel reaches Muscat

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal welcomed the crew of the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel Kaundinya at Port Sultan Qaboos in Muscat, calling the arrival more than just the completion of a voyage, but a celebration of deep-rooted civilisational ties. The...

January 14, 2026 9:26 PM

Intersec 2026 concludes in Dubai showcasing firefighting robots and AI innovations

The 27th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety and fire protection, concluded on January 14, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre after three days of exhibitions. The event marked its largest scale to date, spann...

January 14, 2026 9:21 PM

US issues security advisory at Qatar base as Iran unrest raises regional tensions

The United States has issued a leave-by-evening advisory for certain personnel at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, reflecting heightened security concerns as unrest in Iran intensifies and regional tensions escalate. The base, which hosts about 10,000 US ...

January 14, 2026 9:14 PM

PM Modi hails announcement of nine new Amrit Bharat Express trains

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the announcement of nine new Amrit Bharat Express trains, calling it a significant step towards improving passenger comfort and strengthening rail connectivity across the country. Responding on X to a...

January 14, 2026 7:30 PM

Indian nationals strongly advised to avoid travel to Iran until further notice: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday strongly advised Indian nationals to avoid travel to Iran until further notice, citing the deteriorating security situation and continuing protests in the country. “In view of the ongoing develop...

January 14, 2026 7:22 PM

PM Modi calls for ‘patience over pressure’ in education, urges balanced approach during exam season

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday underscored the need to foster an atmosphere of balance and understanding among parents, teachers and students during the ongoing examination season, cautioning against excessive academic pressure. Sharing a...

January 14, 2026 6:49 PM

Why Japan’s Takaichi is gambling on an early election?

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to dissolve parliament's lower house next week, triggering a national election to decide all 465 seats in her first major election test since taking office in October. She will announce details of the elec...