The Somnath Swabhiman Parv, held from 8–11 January 2026, marks 1,000 years since the first recorded attack on the historic Somnath Temple by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1026. Rather than mourning destruction, the Parv celebrates resilience, devotion, and India’s enduring civilisational heritage. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Somnath on 10–11…
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VBYLD 2026 Day 2: Youth Leadership & National Service in Focus
New Delhi: Day 2 of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD 2026) at Bharat Mandapam saw 3,000 young leaders engage with policymakers, industry experts, and mentors to shape India’s future across ten thematic tracks. Inaugural Session and Key Addresses The session was inaugurated by Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya,…
Supreme Court Proposes Romeo-Juliet Clause in POCSO Act
In a landmark recommendation, the Supreme Court has urged the Union Government to consider introducing a “Romeo-Juliet” clause under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The proposed clause aims to exempt adolescents engaged in consensual relationships from criminal prosecution, even if they are below the age of…
Walmart Joins Nasdaq 100 as AstraZeneca Exits on Jan 20
Walmart Inc. is set to join the Nasdaq 100 Index on January 20, 2026, as AstraZeneca Plc exits, Nasdaq Global Indexes announced. This update follows Walmart’s historic shift from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) to Nasdaq last year, marking the largest exchange transfer on record. The Nasdaq-100 Index, a…
Ayodhya Bans Non-Veg Food Delivery Within 15 Km of Ram Temple
Ayodhya administration has imposed strict restrictions on food deliveries near the Ram Temple, banning all non-vegetarian items within a 15-kilometre radius. The move follows complaints regarding delivery of non-veg food in the town’s sacred “Paanch Kosi Parikrama” area. Hotels, homestays, and online food delivery companies have been officially warned about…
Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act Empowers Panchayats, Boosts Rural Jobs
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 marks a decisive shift in India’s rural development journey, placing Panchayats and Gram Sabhas at the heart of planning and execution. Union Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region, Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, said the…
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Inaugurates NDWBF 2026, Releases Kudopali Saga
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the New Delhi World Book Fair (NDWBF) 2026 on 10 January at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event, organised by the National Book Trust (NBT) in collaboration with India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), is the world’s largest B2C book fair and marks a…
PMMSY Trains 22,000+ Fish Farmers Across India
The Department of Fisheries has made significant strides in building capacity within India’s fisheries and aquaculture sector under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Structured training and skill development programs have equipped over 22,000 participants with modern techniques in fish farming, hatchery operations, feed formulation, and value-added processing. Hon’ble…
Sitharaman Chairs Pre-Budget Consultations with States, UTs
Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, chaired the pre-budget consultation meeting with States and Union Territories (with Legislature) in New Delhi on 10 January 2026. The discussions focused on budget priorities for FY 2026-27, with a particular emphasis on capital investment schemes to support infrastructure and…
Rajasthan Police Welcomes 8,000 New Constables Under Amit Shah
Jaipur: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, today addressed the appointment letter distribution ceremony for newly recruited Rajasthan Police constables. Chief Minister Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma and other dignitaries were present during the event. Merit-Based Recruitment and Women Representation Over 8,000 youths joined the Rajasthan Police…
