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January 14, 2026 9:28 AM

‘May Lord Surya bless us all’: PM Modi extends Makar Sankranti greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended heartfelt greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Makar Sankranti and wished prosperity and success for all. Taking to X, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt wishes to all fellow citizens on the auspi...

January 14, 2026 9:20 AM

Delhi govt to inaugurate 81 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs today

The Delhi government will inaugurate 81 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs on Wednesday, marking the fifth phase of the programme’s expansion and giving a major boost to neighbourhood-level primary healthcare across the capital. Delhi Health Minister Pan...

January 14, 2026 9:10 AM

PM Modi meets Macron’s adviser Emmanuel Bonne, highlights innovation push

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India–France ties are expanding into new areas such as innovation, technology and education after meeting Emmanuel Bonne, the diplomatic adviser to French President Emmanuel Macron. Bonne called on 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 5:54 PM

Amit Shah lays foundation stone of India’s second BSL-4 Bio-Containment Facility in Gandhinagar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday laid the foundation stone of a state-of-the-art BSL-4 Bio-Containment Facility at the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre in Gandhinagar, marking a major milestone in India’s health security and bio-safety...

January 13, 2026 5:21 PM

YUVA AI for All marks major push to democratise AI knowledge among India’s youth

Marking National Youth Day on January 12, the Centre highlighted the launch of the National AI Literacy Program and its flagship course YUVA AI FOR ALL, positioning it as a key initiative to equip young Indians with the skills and awareness needed fo...

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