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Nitish Kumar likely to switch on Sunday, may take oath as CM with BJP support

Jan 27, 2024, at 02:46 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Nitish Kumar will be sworn in as Chief Minister of Bihar for a ninth time on Sunday with support from the Bharatiya Janata Party, after his speculated u-turn from the INDIA alliance, media reports said.

Russian President Vladimir Putin lauds India's authority, achievements in Republic Day greetings

Jan 27, 2024, at 12:06 am

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent Republic Day greetings to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, praising the country's achievements and well-deserved authority in the global arena.

French President Emmanuel Macron says 30,000 Indian students to be welcomed by 2030

Jan 26, 2024, at 11:46 pm

France on Friday announced 30,000 Indian students will be welcomed in universities across the country in 2030.

LG Manoj Sinha says his administration made sincere efforts to build modern Jammu and Kashmir

Jan 26, 2024, at 11:27 pm

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said that sincere efforts are made to build a modern Jammu and Kashmir.

Jammu and Kashmir celebrates Republic Day peacefully

Jan 26, 2024, at 11:25 pm

The 75th Republic Day functions in Srinagar and other major district headquarters of the valley passed off peacefully on Friday.

Australia, USA, several other nations greet India on Republic Day

Jan 26, 2024, at 09:21 pm

Several nations, including the US and Russia, greeted India as the world's most populous nation and celebrated Republic Day on Friday (January 26, 2024) with the key event taking place in New Delhi in the presence of top leaders and French President Emmanuel Macron as the Chief Guest.  

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu greets India on Republic Day amid ongoing diplomatic tension, underscoring bond nurtured by two nations for centuries

Jan 26, 2024, at 08:20 pm

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu greeted India on Republic Day and said the two countries share a bond nurtured by centuries of friendship, mutual respect, and a deep sense of kinship.

India celebrates Republic Day, displays might of country's women at grand Kartavya Path parade

Jan 26, 2024, at 07:58 pm

PM Narendra Modi led the world's most populous nation in celebrating Republic Day with the country showcasing its military might and cultural heritage during a spectacular 90-minute parade at the iconic Kartavya Path on Friday.

PM Modi leads other leaders in greeting people on 75th Republic Day

Jan 26, 2024, at 04:21 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders greeted people on the occasion of the nation's 75th Republic Day on Friday.

Hindu temple existed before construction of Gyanvapi Mosque, confirms ASI report

Jan 26, 2024, at 04:20 pm

New Delhi/UNI: The Archaeological Survey of India's (ASI) report about the Gyanvapi Mosque in Varanasi claims that there existed a large Hindu temple before the construction of the existing structure (the Gyanvapi Mosque).

India gears up to celebrate Republic Day today, Narendra Modi wishes nation on X

Jan 26, 2024, at 02:39 pm

Indian PM Narendra Modi, who is leading the nation in celebrating Republic Day during an annual grand event in New Delhi, on Friday (January 26, 2024) wished people on the social media platform.

PM Modi, French Prez Macron participate in mega Jaipur roadshow ahead of Republic Day parade

Jan 26, 2024, at 06:17 am

Jaipur/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron Thursday evening held a mega roadshow in Jaipur which was attended by hundreds of people who gathered on both sides of the road to greet the two leaders.

Centre announces Padma Vibhushan for Venkaiah Naidu, actors Chiranjeevi, Vyjayantimala. See full list here

Jan 26, 2024, at 06:03 am

New Delhi/IBNS: The Centre Thursday released a list of winners of the Padma Awards 2024 on the eve of the 75th Republic Day celebrations, with India's first female elephant mahout Parbati Baruah being conferred with the Padma Shri award this year.

Nitish Kumar to switch alliances again? May share stage with PM Modi in Bihar

Jan 26, 2024, at 05:21 am

Patna/IBNS: The INDIA bloc appears to be on the brink of losing a third key leader with reports indicating that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar might stage a walkout.

A day ahead of the R-Day, security stepped up in Kashmir

Jan 26, 2024, at 03:07 am

Srinagar/IBNS/UNI: Kashmir witnessed a beef-up in security a day ahead of the Republic Day functions.

Ram temple consecration is a landmark ceremony in India’s continued re-discovery: Droupadi Murmu

Jan 26, 2024, at 02:09 am

New Delhi/IBNS/UNI: Stating that there have been many events including the G20 summit under India's Presidency and Chandrayaan-3 in the last year for the citizens to rejoice and take pride, President Droupadi Murmu in her address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2024 said that consecration of idol of Lord Ram is a landmark ceremony in India’s continued re-discovery of its civilisational heritage.

SC stays criminal proceedings against Samajwadi Party leader for remarks on ‘Ramcharitmanas’

Jan 26, 2024, at 12:33 am

New Delhi/UNI: The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed the criminal proceedings against Samajwadi Party leader Swami Prasad Maurya for his alleged controversial remarks on Tulasidas’ Ramcharitmanas.

UP Halal ban: SC grants interim protection to Jamiat Chief Mahmood Madani

Jan 25, 2024, at 11:43 pm

New Delhi/UNI: The Supreme Court on Thursday granted interim protection to Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind Chief Mahmood Madani from coercive action over the UP Government's ban on Halal products.

SC to lay down guidelines to ensure transparency in ED probes

Jan 25, 2024, at 10:56 pm

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday said it would frame guidelines to ensure that the cases investigated by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and state government officials are fair and transparent.

UP: 12 killed as tanker collides with auto in Shahjahanpur

Jan 25, 2024, at 10:49 pm

Shahjahanpur (UP)/UNI: Twelve people were killed when a tanker collided with an auto-rickshaw due to dense fog in Allahganj area of Shahjahanpur district here in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday, a police officer said.

Ex-Karnataka CM and prominent Lingayat face Jagadish Shettar returns to BJP

Jan 25, 2024, at 10:16 pm

New Delhi: Former Karnataka Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar Thursday returned to BJP, giving a major ‘Lingayat’ fillip to the party ahead of the Lok Sabha election.

French President Macron, chief guest of India's Jan 26 Republic Day show, arrives in Jaipur today

Jan 25, 2024, at 09:51 pm

Jaipur/IBNS: French President Emmanuel Macron, who is the chief guest for this year's centerpiece Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, arrived in Jaipur on Thursday as part of his two-day state visit to India.

Largest single-stone Lord Shani idol to be installed at Kerala's Pournamikkavu Temple

Jan 25, 2024, at 08:08 pm

Thiruvananthapuram/UNI: An idol of Lord Shani, claimed to be one of the largest and highest in the world, will be installed at the Pournamikkavu Devi temple near Vizhinjam Sea Port, which is located close to the international ship route.

Kashmir: Stepped up security ahead of Republic Day

Jan 25, 2024, at 07:18 pm

Srinagar/UNI: Kashmir witnessed a stepped up security day ahead of the Republic Day functions.

Republic Day: Govt announces Gallantry, service medals to 1,132 security personnel

Jan 25, 2024, at 07:08 pm

New Delhi/UNI: A day ahead of Republic Day, the Ministry of Home Affairs on Thursday announced the gallantry and service medals to 1132 personnel of the Police, Fire Service, Home Guard, Civil Defence, and Correctional Service.

UNGA President Dennis Francis calls on Indian President Droupadi Murmu

Jan 25, 2024, at 07:05 pm

Dennis Francis, the President of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) called on Indian President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday when he appreciated her for India being the championing the voice of the Global South.

Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra: Assam Police transfers case against Rahul Gandhi to CID

Jan 25, 2024, at 06:36 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The Assam Police has transferred the case filed against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and his associates over the clash between the party workers and cops which took place during the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in the northeastern state, media reports said.

Delhi Police to feature all-women contingent in Republic Day Parade

Jan 25, 2024, at 05:53 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Delhi Police will feature an all-women contingent in the Republic Day Parade on January 26.

United Nations General Assembly Dennis Francis discusses Ukraine, Gaza during meeting with S Jaishankar

Jan 25, 2024, at 05:50 pm

United Nations General Assembly Dennis Francis met Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday when they discussed wide-ranging issues related to global peace and security situation that include the current state in Gaza and Ukraine.

United Nations General Assembly President Dennis Francis visits Jaipur Foot Centre, calls it an example of 'Indian ingenuity'

Jan 25, 2024, at 05:45 pm

United Nations General Assembly President Dennis Francis on Wednesday visited Jaipur Foot Centre in Rajasthan and said it is an example of Indian ingenuity and a pinnacle of innovation that restores hope and dignity.