The Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) 2026 commenced in Leh, Ladakh, on January 19, featuring over 1,000 participants including athletes, coaches, and technical officials. The opening ceremony took place at Nawang Dorjan Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, with the Army rink and Gupukh’s frozen pond set to host competitions until the conclusion…
Month: January 2026
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Vice-President Releases Hindi Edition of ‘Palanivelu GUTS’
New Delhi, January 19, 2026: Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan on Monday released the Hindi edition of ‘Palanivelu GUTS’, the autobiography of renowned surgeon Dr. C. Palanivelu, describing it as a powerful narrative of courage, perseverance and ethical innovation in Indian medicine. A Story Beyond Surgical Success Addressing…
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PM Modi Welcomes UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed
New Delhi, January 19, 2026: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Monday personally received His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, at the airport in New Delhi, underscoring the warmth and depth of the India-UAE relationship. A Gesture Reflecting Strong Personal Rapport The…
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10,000 Grassroots Heroes to Attend 77th Republic Day Parade
In a strong reflection of India’s commitment to inclusive nation-building and public participation, the Government of India has invited approximately 10,000 special guests to witness the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi on January 26, 2026. The initiative aims to honour grassroots contributors and enhance Jan Bhagidari…
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C-DOT Wins SKOCH Award 2025 for Cell Broadcast Solution
New Delhi, January 19, 2026: The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), the Government of India’s premier telecom research and development organisation, has been conferred the prestigious SKOCH Award 2025 for its indigenous Cell Broadcast Solution, a critical platform designed to deliver life-saving disaster and emergency alerts to citizens. Recognition…
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INS Sudarshini Begins Lokayan 26 Global Sail Expedition
The Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini is set to embark on a landmark transoceanic sail expedition titled Lokayan 26 on January 20, 2026. Spanning ten months, the ambitious voyage will cover more than 22,000 nautical miles and include port calls at 18 locations across 13 countries, reinforcing India’s…
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Andaman & Nicobar Biodiversity Key to India’s Security: Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, has underlined the critical importance of biodiversity in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, describing it as central to India’s environmental stability, economic security, and long-term climate resilience. Speaking during his visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Regional…
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BHASHINI, NHA Ink MoU for AI Multilingual Health
On 19 January 2026, the Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Health Authority (NHA) during the Chintan Shivir – National Review of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY and Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission held in…
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SC-NBWL 88th Meeting Chaired by Union Environment Minister
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, chaired the 88th meeting of the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) in New Delhi on 19 January 2026. The meeting focused on evaluating proposals of public utility and strategic importance while reviewing policy and procedural…
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Dr Abhilaksh Likhi Visits ICAR-CIBA to Boost Shrimp Farming
Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries, Government of India, visited the ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) and its Muttukadu Experimental Station in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on 19 January 2026. The visit focused on promoting indigenous technology, climate-smart aquaculture, and efficient resource utilization for sustainable shrimp farming. Interaction with…