THE HEADLINES: –
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches various developmental projects and flags off new train services in Kerala.
- Prime Minister says, centre spent 11 Lakh Crore Rupees in 11 years for Development in Tamil Nadu; Asserts, Centre-State coordination ensures effective implementation of welfare schemes.
- Information and Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, global manufacturers turning to India for design capabilities, talent and consistent policies.
- FDI inflows to India surged by 73 per cent last year, says a UN report.
- Officials from Russia, Ukraine and U.S. meet in Abu Dhabi to workout a peace plan.
- Warning for dense fog in entire north India, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan till Sunday.
- Second T20International between India and New Zealand underway in Raipur.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said, Tamil Nadu is ready for a change of government. He said that the DMK regime has failed to deliver development and is marked by corruption, crime and dynastic politics. Addressing a public meeting at Maduranthakam, in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu the Prime Minister said the DMK government ignored the welfare of youth, farmers and women and also failed to respect Tamil cultural values. Mr. Modi said, the NDA government had allocated 11 lakh crore rupees to Tamil Nadu over the past 11 years for development.
Promising rapid development under a double-engine government, the Prime Minister said better coordination between the Centre and the state would ensure effective implementation of welfare schemes. The meeting was also addressed by AIADMK general secretary and Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami and fFormer Union Minister Anbumani Ramadoss.
Earlier, The Prime Minister launched various developmental projects and flagged off new train services in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. He launched the PM SVANidhi Credit Card and disbursed PM SVANidhi loans to one lakh beneficiaries. Mr. Modi also flagged off four new train services, including three Amrit Bharat Express trains.
Addressing a gathering in Thiruvananthapuram, the Prime Minister said, the NDA government is investing heavily in Connectivity, Science & Innovation, and Healthcare.
The Prime Minister also addressed BJP workers at a public meeting. He said that the people of Kerala are beginning to place their trust in BJP and thanked them for the party’s recent victory in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation in the local body elections.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was not only a great hero of the freedom struggle but also a visionary of independent India. Addressing the Parakram Diwas programme in Andaman and Nicobar Islands via Video conferencing today, Mr Modi said that Netaji envisioned a nation which is modern yet rooted in India’s ancient consciousness. He remarked that Netaji’s valor and courage inspire the countrymen and fill their hearts with reverence for him. The main celebration of Parakram Diwas this year is being held in Andaman and Nicobar.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today shared an article related to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose written by Vice President C P Radhakrishnan in a National Daily. In a social media post, Mr Modi said that this is an insightful article on the greatness of Netaji and also has interesting details about his association with Tamil Nadu.
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The global equipment manufacturers are looking towards India to establish a base due to the country’s design capabilities, large talent pool, and the consistent policies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said this while interacting with the media during his visit to Advanced Semiconductor Materials Lithography (ASML) Headquarters in the Netherlands. Mr Vaishnaw said that his visit is aimed at understanding advanced technologies related to lithography.
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Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh said that the Textile sector has seen a tremendous growth in the last decade from 8.4 lakh crore rupees in 2014 to around 16 lakh crore rupees today. Inaugurating the 74th India International Garment Fair-IIGF 2026 in New Delhi today, Mr Singh said that domestic market has also increased from 6 to 13 lakh crore rupees in 2025, while the country’s exports have also witnessed over 25 percent rise post pandemic.
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A United Nations report has said that the Foreign Direct Investment, FDI inflows to India in 2025 surged by 73 per cent to 47 billion US dollars. The report attributed the surge in the FDI to the policies aimed at integrating the country into global supply chains and large investments in services and manufacturing. The Global Investment Trends Monitor, released by the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), stated that the FDI inflows to China declined for the third consecutive year, falling by 8 per cent to an estimated 107.5 billion US dollars. The world’s largest FDI recipient, US recorded a 2 per cent increase in inflows.
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The Reserve Bank has announced several measures to boost liquidity in the banking system. The RBI will conduct a 90-day Variable Rate Repo auction of 25 thousand crore rupees on January 30. It will also hold a dollar-rupee buy-sell swap auction worth 10 billion dollars on February 4 for a three-year period. In addition, the Central bank will purchase government securities through open market operations worth one lakh crore rupees in two tranches on February 5 and 12. The Reserve bank said it will continue to monitor liquidity conditions and take steps as needed.
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Two-day trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States are underway in Abu Dhabi, marking the first direct summit between all three countries since Russia’s full-scale war with Ukraine nearly four years ago. The meetings follow late-night talks in Moscow between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
Russia’s delegation is led by head of the GRU military intelligence agency Admiral Igor Kostyukov. Ukraine’s team includes Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and intelligence officials, while the U.S. is represented by Witkoff and Kushner. Negotiators are reviewing a U.S.-drafted peace plan with security guarantees and economic measures, though the status of occupied territory, particularly the Donbas region, remains the main sticking point.
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Preparations for 77th Republic Day Parade celebrations are in full swing in the national capital. The parade at Kartavya Path will exhibit a unique blend of the country’s culture, its military prowess and its celebrated legacy. Our correspondent has a report:
“A full dress rehearsal of Republic Day Parade took place on Kartavya Path in the national capital today amid rainfall. The rehearsal showcased India’s rich heritage, military prowess, and cultural diversity. As the nation gears up for the Republic Day, Talking to Akashvani News, Captain Samaira said that the Indian Army will showcase a tableau on Operation Sindoor’s success which will depict assets and weapon systems used during the operation.
While, the Contingent Commander of Remount Veterinary Corps, Captain Harshita Raghav said that for the first time, the Indian Army’s animal contingent will participate in the parade. Delhi Metro will commence its services at 3:00 AM on all lines on Monday to facilitate the movement of people to Kartavya Path and enable them to witness the Republic Day ceremony. With Shivang’s report , Saklen Akhtar, Akashvani News, Delhi.”
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Briefing the media in New Delhi today, Chief of Staff, HQ, Delhi Area Major General Navraj Dhillon said, that Indian Army will feature debut of a Battle Array Formation showcasing synchronised manoeuvres alongside tanks, missile systems, drones and armoured platforms.
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India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Dense to very dense fog over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi for the next two to three days. The Met Department also predicted dense fog conditions over Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan till 25th of this month. Similar conditions will prevail over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim till the 26th of this month.
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The Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority, in the Institutional Category, and Lieutenant Colonel Seeta Ashok Shelke, in the individual Category, have been selected for the Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar 2026 for their excellent work in Disaster Management. The Government instituted Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar to recognize and honour the invaluable contribution and selfless service rendered by individuals and organizations in India in the field of disaster management.
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In Cricket, New Zealand have set a target of 209 runs for India in the second match of the five-match T20 International series at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. Put into bat first, the visitors scored 208 runs losing six wickets in stipulated 20 overs. Earlier, India won the toss and opted to bowl first. In reply, the hosts were 8 for 2 in 1.4 overs, when reports last came in.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches various developmental projects and flags off new train services in Kerala.
- Prime Minister says, centre spent 11 Lakh Crore Rupees in 11 years for Development in Tamil Nadu; Asserts, Centre-State coordination ensures effective implementation of welfare schemes.
- Information and Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, global manufacturers turning to India for design capabilities, talent and consistent policies.
- FDI inflows to India surged by 73 per cent last year, says a UN report.
- Officials from Russia, Ukraine and U.S. meet in Abu Dhabi to workout a peace plan.
- Warning for dense fog in entire north India and Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan till Sunday.
- Second T20 International between India and New Zealand underway in Raipur.
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