The patriotic fervour ahead of Republic Day 2026 has intensified with the successful conclusion of the Zonal-level rounds of the National School Band Competition. Sixteen outstanding school band teams from across the country have been selected to perform in the grand finale scheduled to be held on January 24, 2026,…
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Republic Day 2026: Vande Mataram 150 Years Tableau
The Ministry of Culture will present a powerful and evocative tableau at the Republic Day Parade 2026, commemorating 150 years of Vande Mataram, India’s national song. The tableau aims to foreground the song as a living symbol of India’s civilisational memory, cultural continuity, and collective national consciousness, connecting the freedom…
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Amit Shah Launches Centenary Issue of ‘Kalyan’ by Gita Press
Rishikesh, 21 Jan 2026: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, today released the centenary edition of Gita Press’s monthly magazine ‘Kalyan’ in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. The launch ceremony celebrated 100 years of promoting Sanatan Dharma and Indian culture. Shri Shah also visited the Lakshminarayan Temple and offered…
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PM Modi Greets Tripura on Statehood Day, Lauds Progress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended warm greetings to the people of Tripura on the occasion of the state’s Statehood Day, praising its unique journey that blends rich tradition with steady modern progress. In his message, the Prime Minister acknowledged Tripura’s growing contribution to India’s development and expressed confidence…
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PM Vishwakarma Haat 2026 Begins in New Delhi
The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, is set to host PM Vishwakarma Haat 2026 at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi from 18th to 31st January. The exhibition, under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, will be inaugurated by Union Minister for MSME, Shri Jitan Ram Manjhi,…
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President Droupadi Murmu to Visit Punjab and Rajasthan
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, is set to undertake a two-day official visit to Punjab and Rajasthan from January 15 to 16, 2026. the President’s continued engagement with educational institutions and cultural-spiritual initiatives across the country. During the tour, President Murmu will attend two major convocation ceremonies in…
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Happy Lohri 2026: Date, Rituals & Thali Must-Haves
Happy Lohri 2026 will be celebrated with traditional fervour on Tuesday, January 13, marking the end of the coldest phase of winter and the arrival of longer, warmer days. Widely observed in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and parts of North India, Lohri symbolises harvest, prosperity, gratitude and new beginnings, bringing…
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PM Modi Lauds Love Message at Jain Acharya’s 500th Book
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described love, compassion, and harmony as humanity’s most powerful tools while addressing the release of the 500th book authored by revered Jain Acharya Shrimad Vijayaratna Sunder Surishwarji Maharaj. In a video message, the Prime Minister said the Acharya’s writings offer timely spiritual guidance in…
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Somnath Swabhiman Parv 2026: Celebrating 1,000 Years of Faith
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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Vice-President Launches Book on Srila Prabhupada’s Leadership
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Wednesday launched the book “Sing, Dance and Lead: Leadership Lessons from the Life of Srila Prabhupada” at a formal event held at the Vice-President’s Enclave in New Delhi. The book, authored by noted writer and historian Hindol Sengupta, explores leadership principles…