Bangladesh’s textile industry is on the brink of a nationwide shutdown as domestic spinning mill owners warn that operations across the country may halt from February 1. The warning comes amid growing anger over duty-free yarn imports, largely sourced from India, which millers say have flooded the local market and…
Month: January 2026
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ICC Warns Pakistan of Sanctions Over T20 World Cup Boycott
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued a strong warning to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), cautioning that Pakistan could face serious sanctions if it decides to withdraw from the T20 World Cup 2026. The warning follows recent comments by PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who publicly expressed support for Bangladesh…
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India’s Air Dominance in Operation Sindoor Forced Ceasefire
India’s overwhelming air superiority during Operation Sindoor played a decisive role in forcing Pakistan to seek a ceasefire during the four-day military confrontation between May 7 and May 10, 2025, according to a detailed European military analysis. The report concludes that New Delhi maintained escalation dominance throughout the conflict, successfully…
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Jammu–Srinagar Highway Closed Amid Heavy Snowfall
The Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), the only all-weather road connecting the Kashmir Valley with the rest of the country, will remain closed for vehicular movement on Sunday due to heavy snowfall, the Traffic Police Headquarters of Jammu and Kashmir announced on Saturday evening. According to officials, snow accumulation between Nachlana…
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“Dharmendra & Achuthanandan Get Padma Vibhushan 2026”
The Government of India on Sunday announced the Padma Awards 2026 on the eve of Republic Day, recognising 131 distinguished individuals for their exceptional contributions across public affairs, arts, sports, social work, medicine, and industry. The list includes five Padma Vibhushan, thirteen Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri awards, reaffirming…
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Mann Ki Baat: Democracy, Startups & Republic Day
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation in the 130th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on January 25, 2026, ahead of Republic Day, reflecting on democracy, innovation, public participation, and India’s cultural strength. Republic Day and the Spirit of Democracy The Prime Minister noted…
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Why RBI Wants BRICS to Use Digital Currencies for Trade
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is encouraging the Indian government to promote the use of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) for cross-border payments among BRICS nations, according to recent media reports. The move reflects India’s growing interest in reshaping global payment systems, reducing transaction costs, and limiting over-dependence on…
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Padma Awards 2026: Full List of Recipients Announced by President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu will confer the prestigious Padma Awards 2026 to 131 individuals, recognizing exceptional contributions in fields ranging from art, social work, public affairs, science, literature, medicine, sports, and civil service. The awards, announced on Republic Day, include 5 Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan, and 113 Padma Shri, with…
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President Murmu’s Republic Day 2026 Address: Vision for Viksit Bharat
President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2026, reflecting on India’s constitutional journey while outlining a forward-looking vision rooted in democracy, unity, inclusive development and national self-reliance. Extending greetings to citizens in India and abroad, the President described Republic Day as an…
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ECI Releases ‘Chunav ka Parv, Bihar ka Garv’ on NVD 2026
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) marked the 16th National Voters’ Day (NVD) in New Delhi on January 25, 2026, by releasing a special publication titled “Chunav ka Parv, Bihar ka Garv: A Journey – Bihar Assembly Elections 2025”, highlighting the landmark conduct of the Bihar Assembly elections….