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The Bengaluru–Vijayawada national highway project in Andhra Pradesh set four Guinness World Records. Rajpath Infracon built 28.89 lane-kms in 24 hrs using 10,655 tonnes of bituminous concrete. A total of 156 lane-kms were completed in 125 hours. CM Chandrababu and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari praised the achievement and awarded certificates virtually.
Prime Minister Modi said India-Germany cooperation is vital for “the whole of humanity” while addressing a joint press meet with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad. He cited Swami Vivekananda’s role, growing economic ties, renewable energy, green hydrogen collaboration, a proposed Centre of Excellence, and joint efforts to build resilient supply chains.
TVK Chief Vijay Thalapathy appeared before the CBI in Delhi regarding the Karur stampede case. Investigators questioned him about reaching 7 hours late, lack of crowd control measures, breaching agreements with police, inadequate crowd management, the number of meetings held for the rally, reasons for meeting planning, and changes in the rally’s timing.
Birthday wishes poured in for Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi as she turned 54, with leaders praising her courage, compassion, and commitment to people’s rights. Party Chief Mallikarjun Kharge said her fight for constitutional values inspires workers, while leaders including KC Venugopal, Pawan Khera, and DK Shivakumar hailed her fearless leadership.
AP Minister Nara Lokesh described Swami Vivekananda as a guiding force for the younger generation. Paying tributes on Vivekananda’s birth anniversary, Lokesh extended National Youth Day greetings and said the visionary’s powerful speeches inspired youth to shape a modern India. He urged everyone to follow Vivekananda’s ideals and work collectively.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s new office near Raisina Hill, part of the Central Vista project, is almost ready, with final touches being completed. Likely to be operational later this month, the Seva Teerth complex includes three buildings: Seva Teerth 1 for the PMO, Seva Teerth 2 for the Cabinet Secretariat, and Seva Teerth 3 for […]
The Election Commission may take action against Mousam Sarkar, AERO of Bagnan, for publicly questioning alleged discrepancies in the Special Intensive Revision process. The CEO of West Bengal flagged this as indiscipline and a rule violation. Sarkar defended his actions, saying raising concerns was necessary for public interest, and urged other officers to speak up.
India’s space program faced a big setback as ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission failed, resulting in the loss of all 16 satellites despite a flawless initial liftoff from Sriharikota. While the first three stages of the launch proceeded successfully, communication was lost during the fourth phase due to a technical glitch. ISRO scientists are also attempting recovery.
Maharashtra plans to credit ₹3,000 to Ladli Behna beneficiaries on Jan 14, Makar Sankranti, combining Dec and Jan instalments. Ahead of Jan 15 municipal polls, Congress accused the government of breaching the Model Code of Conduct, calling it potential voter influence. The Election Commission has asked the Chief Secretary for clarification by 11 AM today.
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Hyderabad faced a landing scare when a bird was spotted on the runway. Alerted in time, the pilot chose to circle the aircraft safely in the air for about five minutes, ensuring no risk to passengers or crew. He successfully landed the plane, earning widespread praise for his calm […]
ISRO successfully launched the PSLV-C62 mission today from Sriharikota, carrying DRDO’s advanced reconnaissance satellite, ‘ANVESHA’. The launch marks a key milestone in India’s space, with the satellite designed for high-resolution surveillance and strategic applications. The mission strengthens India’s position in space-based defense technologies.
TVK Chief Vijay Thalapathy will appear before the CBI in Delhi today at 11 AM in connection with the Karur stampede case. Complying with the summons, he will face questioning at the CBI headquarters. Party sources said police in Delhi have been requested to provide full security for the founder-leader, the actor-turned-politician, during his scheduled […]
Trump’s motorcade was rerouted at Palm Beach International Airport due to a “suspicious object” found during security sweeps. Taking a circular route from Mar-a-Lago, the motorcade followed standard precautionary protocol. Air Force One was repositioned with lights off, while police created a moving blockade. Trump claimed he knew nothing about the object.
A helicopter ride will be a unique highlight of this year’s Sankranti celebrations in the Godavari districts of AP. Arrangements in Narasapuram are now complete to offer tourists an unforgettable aerial experience, showcasing Antarvedi Temple, seashore, lighthouse, and Annachellella Ghat. The breathtaking bird’s-eye views promise to enhance best experience.
Elon Musk and Donald Trump have had a fluctuating relationship, with Musk previously supporting Trump’s campaign and government cuts, then opposing his tax bill last year. The pair appear to have reconciled, dining together at Mar-A-Lago this month. Neither Musk nor SpaceX have responded to requests for comment on their renewed ties or discussions.