January 2, 2026 12:59 PM

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Devotees gather at Hindu temple in California to observe Ram Mandir anniversary

In the US, hundreds of devotees gathered at a Hindu temple in California’s Silicon Valley to observe the second anniversary of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The programme was held a day ahead of the anniversary events in India. Families, elders and children attended from across the Bay Area. The evenin...

January 2, 2026 12:55 PM

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2025 marks defining year in India’s technology and scientific journey

The year 2025 stands as a defining chapter in India’s development journey. It saw policies translate into progress and intent into impact. Today, in this Special Series, ‘Year of Reforms’, we bring you India’s progress in the technology sector in 2025.     In 2025, India demonstrated a shift from te...

January 2, 2026 12:36 PM

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NHAI discontinues Know Your Vehicle cards for new car FASTag issuances

National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced discontinuation of Know Your Vehicle (KYV) cards for cars for all new FASTag issuances with effect from 1st of next month.   The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said the step has been taken to enhance public convenience and elimi...

January 2, 2026 12:33 PM

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India expresses grief over tragic fire explosion in Switzerland

India expressed grief over the tragic fire explosion in Crans-Montana, Switzerland. In a social media post, the Indian Embassy in Switzerland said that India stands in solidarity with the Swiss Government and its people during this difficult time. At least 40 people were killed and many others injur...

January 2, 2026 12:25 PM

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India International Youth Sailing Championship 2026 to take place at Chennai Port

The 11th India International Youth Sailing Championship 2026 will officially take place from 4th to 10th January at the Chennai Port. The Championship was launched in Chennai yesterday.   This is India’s longest-running and most consistent international youth sailing regatta. The championship w...

January 2, 2026 10:41 AM

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About 40 killed and 115 injured in Switzerland bar explosion on New Year’s Eve

In Switzerland, about 40 people were killed, and another 115 were injured after an explosion and fire ripped through the 'Le Constellation' bar in Crans-Montana ski resort in Valais Canton on New Year’s Eve. Police said the seriously injured were taken to hospitals in Sion and other cities, while re...

January 2, 2026 10:29 AM

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Dry and cold weather continues in Jammu and Kashmir during Chillai Kalan period

In Jammu  & Kashmir, the weather pattern is dry and without much disturbance in terms of rain and snowfall, during the ongoing 40-day coldest period called "Chillai Kalan" that began on December 21 last year. A weak Western Disturbance affected the Union Territory two days ago, bringing light ra...