New Delhi: In a major milestone for India’s indigenous defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully flight-tested the third-generation Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top attack capability against a moving target. The test was conducted on January 11, 2026, at the KK Ranges in…
Month: January 2026
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh to Attend Blue Food Security Summit in Israel
Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, will undertake an official visit to Israel from 13–15 January 2026 at the invitation of Israel’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Avi Dichter. The visit is part of the Second Global Summit on Blue Food Security:…
Dharmendra Pradhan Meets PM-YUVA 3.0 Authors at World Book Fair
New Delhi: Union Minister for Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday interacted with 43 young authors selected under the PM-YUVA 3.0 scheme during the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026, reaffirming the government’s commitment to nurturing India’s next generation of writers and thinkers. The interaction took place at the Pradhanmantri…
PM Modi Launches Metro Phase 2, Gujarat Gets Boost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated Phase 2 of the Ahmedabad Metro, marking a significant milestone in Gujarat’s urban transport infrastructure. The Prime Minister flagged off metro services from the Mahatma Mandir Metro Station in Gandhinagar, strengthening seamless connectivity between Ahmedabad and the state capital region. The inauguration of…
ICEGATE–LPMS Launched at ICP Agartala for Faster Trade
Shri Surjit Bhujabal, Special Secretary & Member (Customs), CBIC, today inaugurated the integration of the Indian Customs Electronic Gateway–Land Port Management System (ICEGATE–LPMS) at the Integrated Check Post (ICP), Agartala, Tripura. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in CBIC’s ongoing digital transformation of cross-border trade facilitation, promising faster, more…
PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz Deepen Ties at Kite Festival
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad, blending high-level diplomacy with cultural celebration during the International Kite Festival 2026. The visit marks Chancellor Merz’s first official trip to India and comes at a significant time for bilateral relations between the two…
No RAC, 400-km Minimum Fare for Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains
Indian Railways has formally notified the fare structure for the upcoming Vande Bharat Sleeper Express trains, introducing a major shift in long-distance rail travel. The premium overnight service will operate without the Reservation Against Cancellation (RAC) facility and will charge passengers a minimum fare equivalent to a 400-kilometre journey, regardless…
Fit India Sundays on Cycle Inspires Young Leaders in Delhi
New Delhi witnessed a high-energy fitness celebration as the 56th edition of Fit India’s Sundays on Cycle (SoC) brought together over 1,000 participants, including 500 young delegates from the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026. Despite the winter chill of 6°C, cycling enthusiasts and public leaders gathered early Sunday morning…
India Leads Global Renewable Push at 16th IRENA Assembly
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, delivered India’s national statement at the 16th IRENA Assembly in Abu Dhabi, UAE, reaffirming India’s commitment to a just, equitable, and sustainable global energy transition. Speaking before global energy leaders, he outlined India’s long-term vision guided by the principle of…
Dr. Jitendra Singh Hosts J&K & Ladakh Youth at VBYLD 2026
Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and PMO, Dr. Jitendra Singh, hosted an informal dinner and interaction with the youth contingents from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh participating in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2026 in New Delhi. The engagement provided a platform for…
