Neeraj Kumar, Author at DD India

January 14, 2026 6:31 PM

Steam engines behind German wage and innovation gaps 150 years on, study shows

The steam engine is still shaping Germany's economy long after its invention with a new study saying areas that adopted the technology early still carry advantages, suggesting that early adoption of AI could bring similar benefits. Regions where ste...

January 14, 2026 2:52 PM

Sebastian Ofner’s premature celebration costs him Australian Open spot in epic collapse

Sebastian Ofner may never forget the rules of the sport again after his premature victory celebration turned into a nightmare collapse against Nishesh Basavareddy in the Australian Open qualifiers on Wednesday. Austrian Ofner looked destined for the...

January 13, 2026 10:52 PM

Scientists identify stem cell ‘neighbourhood’ as key to healthy ageing

Scientists have uncovered new insights into the biology of ageing, showing that the decline of tissues may begin not within stem cells themselves, but in the surrounding support cells that sustain them. The findings open promising new avenues for res...

January 13, 2026 10:36 PM

G-RAM-G based on evidence, digital governance to ensure real benefits for rural workers: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh on Tuesday said that the Viksit Bharat Energy for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Gramin), or G-RAM-G, is driven by evidence and experience rather than assumptions, and reflects the government’s commitment ...

January 13, 2026 10:08 PM

India, France reaffirm strategic partnership at 38th Strategic Dialogue in New Delhi

India and France on Tuesday reaffirmed their strategic partnership during the 38th India-France Strategic Dialogue, co-chaired by National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Diplomatic Adviser to French President Emmanuel Bonne in New Delhi. During the...

January 13, 2026 9:53 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan motivates NCC cadets at Republic Day Camp 2026

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Tuesday visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantt and motivated young cadets to emerge as future leaders of a developed India. Addressing cadets and officers, Gen...

January 13, 2026 9:26 PM

PM Modi, other leaders extend greetings on Lohri

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to people across the country on the occasion of Lohri, wishing joy and prosperity on the festive day. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Wishing everyone a very happy Lohri!” Pres...

January 13, 2026 8:40 PM

Gory tales emerge from Iran as international calls resume amid weeks-long turmoil

More than 646 protesters have been killed and nearly 10,700 people arrested as anti-government demonstrations enter their third week in Iran, according to a US-based rights group. Witnesses who managed to make international phone calls after weeks of...

January 13, 2026 8:38 PM

US Central Command open new air defence cell in Qatar

The United States and its regional partners have opened a new combined air and missile defence coordination cell at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar to strengthen joint responses to aerial threats across West Asia. U.S. Central Command said the Middle Eas...

January 13, 2026 7:14 PM

Make in India drive showcased at SteelFab 2026 in Sharjah

The India Pavilion has once again placed India’s growing steel fabrication and metalworking industry in the international spotlight at the 21st edition of SteelFab, being held from January 12 to 15 at the Sharjah Expo Centre in the United Arab Emir...