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January 15, 2025 2:30 PM

Centre approves creation of 2 new CISF reserve Battalions

The Centre has approved the creation of two new Reserve Battalions of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) taking the total number of battalions from 13 to 15. In a statement, the Home Ministry said that each new battalion will comprise around one thousand twenty-five personnel of various ra...

January 15, 2025 2:31 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan extends greetings on 77th Army Day

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has extended greetings to all ranks of the Indian Army on the occasion of the 77th Army Day today. In his message, the CDS said that this day celebrates the unwavering dedication, courage, indomitable spirit, and professionalism of the Indian Army. He adde...

January 15, 2025 2:26 PM

EAM Jaishankar calls on Spanish President

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar called on Spanish President Pedro Sanchez during his two-day visit to the country. In a social media post, Mr Jaishankar said that they recalled the President’s successful visit to India, reaffirming the long-standing partnership. He also briefed the Presi...

January 15, 2025 12:05 PM

Mysterious illness claims 14 lives in J&K’s Rajouri

In Jammu and Kashmir, the mysterious illness in Badhal village of Budhal tehsil of Rajouri district has claimed two more lives in the past 24 hours, bringing the death toll to 14 since December 2024. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the latest victims include a six-year-old girl, Safina Ko...

January 15, 2025 2:32 PM

Special trains to run for Maha Kumbh pilgrims between Katra, Prayagraj

The Northern Railways has announced that Indian Railways is set to operate three special trains between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Railway Station, Katra and Prayagraj to facilitate pilgrims travelling to the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the first train will depart fr...

January 15, 2025 12:00 PM

PM Modi extends Army Day wishes

On the occasion of Army Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his best wishes to the country's courageous soldiers, respected veterans and their families. In a social media post, Mr Modi said that the government is committed to the welfare of the armed forces and their families through vari...

January 15, 2025 2:32 PM

Dense fog disrupts Delhi-NCR, 26 trains delayed

Dense fog and low visibility engulfed the Delhi-NCR today affecting the flight and rail operations. According to Indian Railways, 26 Delhi-bound trains have been delayed by up to four hours. These include the Gorakhdham Express, the Sampark Kranti Express, the Shram Shakti Express, the Mahabodhi Exp...

January 15, 2025 2:33 PM

India celebrates Army Day to honour soldiers, martyrs

Army Day is being celebrated today to honour the armed forces and their immense sacrifices for the country. It is a day to celebrate Indian soldiers' courage, commitment, and service to the motherland. Army Day is celebrated on this day to commemorate General (later Field Marshal) KM Cariappa taking...

January 15, 2025 2:36 PM

Grand parade organised on 77th Army Day with great enthusiasm

The 77th Army Day is being celebrated with great enthusiasm in Pune today. On the occasion, a grand parade was organized at the Bombay Engineering Group ground. Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi is present on the occasion, while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will attend the Gauravgatha programme i...