Schools across Delhi-NCR are expected to remain closed for physical classes on Monday, January 19, due to the enforcement of GRAP Stage IV restrictions as air pollution levels surged into the ‘Severe Plus’ category. Authorities have advised institutions to switch to online or hybrid learning models to safeguard students. Delhi-NCR…
Month: January 2026
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Infosys Earnings Boost Sensex, Nifty Climb on Jan 18
Indian stock markets closed higher on Friday, January 18, as a strong Q3 earnings surprise from Infosys lifted IT stocks and reignited investor risk appetite. The BSE Sensex surged to an intraday high of 84,134.97, while the NSE Nifty 50 touched 25,873.50. Despite profit booking later in the session, the…
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EU Condemns Trump, Eyes Greenland Trade Response
BRUSSELS, Jan 18 — Major European Union nations sharply criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats over Greenland, describing them as “blackmail” and signaling a coordinated response. France proposed activating the EU’s untested Anti-Coercion Instrument to impose economic countermeasures, potentially restricting trade, investment, and access to public tenders. Escalation Over…
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PM Modi Unveils ₹830-Crore Projects, Flags Amrit Bharat Trains
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday unveiled a series of major infrastructure and connectivity initiatives in West Bengal, launching development projects worth over ₹830 crore and flagging off three Amrit Bharat Express trains from Kolkata. The initiatives are aimed at strengthening transport networks, improving logistics efficiency, and accelerating economic growth…
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India’s Chabahar Withdrawal: Geopolitical Ripples
India has reportedly scaled back its involvement in Iran’s Chabahar port following potential sanctions threats from the United States. The move, highlighted by US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on any business conducted with the US by nations engaging with Iran, has triggered debate over India’s strategic…
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Modi Lauds BJP’s BMC Win, Slams Congress in Assam
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as the “first choice of the people,” citing the party’s historic victory in the Mumbai Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections and recent electoral gains across multiple states. Addressing public gatherings during his two-day visit to Assam,…
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Manipur Gang-Rape Survivor Dies After Prolonged Treatment
Imphal: A 20-year-old woman from Manipur, who survived a gang-rape during ethnic violence in May 2023, passed away on January 11, 2026, at a government hospital in Churachandpur district after prolonged medical treatment. The survivor, 18 at the time of the assault, had been shifted across hospitals in Nagaland, Assam,…
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Cognizant Employee in UK Praises Work-Life Balance Over India
London: Indian Cognizant professional Modhura Roy has shared her experiences working in the UK, contrasting them sharply with her time in India. Having moved from Pune to London in March 2020 with her husband and daughter, Roy said the work culture in the UK emphasizes work-life balance, health, and personal…
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PM Modi Lays Foundation for Kaziranga Elevated Corridor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid the foundation stone for the ambitious Kaziranga Elevated Corridor project in Assam, calling it a landmark initiative that balances infrastructure development with wildlife conservation. Addressing a massive gathering at Kaliabor during the Bhoomi Poojan ceremony, the Prime Minister said the project reflects India’s…
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IAF Garud Commandos Earn Maroon Beret at Chandinagar
The Indian Air Force on January 17 marked a significant milestone with the Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade at the Garud Regimental Training Centre (GRTC), Air Force Station Chandinagar. The parade celebrated the successful completion of one of the most demanding training programs in the armed forces by the Air Force…