January 2, 2026 1:25 PM

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Seven dead, 96 rescued after migrant boat capsizes off Gambia coast

In Gambia, seven people were found dead, and 96 others were rescued after a boat carrying migrants capsized overnight in northwest Gambia. The country’s defence ministry said that search and rescue efforts are still ongoing and the boat may have been carrying more than 200 people.   The acciden...

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...