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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met a three-member US Congressional delegation on January 25 to discuss trade, security, and critical technologies amid tense India-US ties. The talks, deemed “productive,” focused on strengthening bilateral relations despite past disputes over tariffs, farm access, and other geopolitical issues and ongoing wars.
India won the toss and elected to bowl first in the third T20 against New Zealand at Guwahati today. The India squad includes Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Dube, Hardik, Rinku Singh, Harshit Rana, Ravi Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah. It is known that India won the two matches […]
In Odisha, 75-year-old Babu Lohar cycled 300 km in a makeshift rickshaw to get his paralysed wife, Jyoti, treated after a stroke. Despite financial constraints, accidents, and exhaustion, he persisted, showcasing extraordinary devotion. Medical staff even provided aid, highlighting his inspiring determination and unwavering commitment to his wife’s survival.
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The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has accepted the ICC’s decision to remove Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup 2026. The team will not challenge the ruling after refusing to play in India. Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the tournament, which starts on February 7. The decision followed government approval and security assessments.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed it will not challenge the ICC’s decision to remove its team from the T20 World Cup 2026 due to their refusal to play in India. Scotland will replace Bangladesh, as security assessments showed no credible threat, and the BCB upheld the government-backed stance.
India and the EU will announce the conclusion of their 18-year-long free trade agreement on January 27. The pact aims to reduce duties on over 90% of goods, enhance services trade, and diversify exports amid US tariffs. India seeks zero-duty access for textiles and leather, while the EU targets autos, wine, and high-tech sectors.
The Election Commission will soon roll out the Special Intensive Revision of voters’ lists in Telangana. Voters may need to submit documents like ID cards, birth certificates, passports, or caste certificates if discrepancies are found. The process ensures all eligible voters are included and ineligible names removed, strengthening the electoral system.
On Republic Day 2026, 982 service personnel across India received gallantry medals. From Telangana, 12 officers from police, fire, home guard, civil defence, and correctional services were honoured, while Andhra Pradesh had 15 recipients. The awards recognise their bravery and dedication in serving the public and maintaining law, order, and safety.
Mark Tully, celebrated journalist and author, passed away at 90 in Max Hospital, Saket. Former BBC New Delhi bureau chief for 22 years, Tully was also a Padma Bhushan awardee and knighted in 2002. He authored acclaimed books on India, including No Full Stops in India and The Heart of India.
TVK chief Vijay framed the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as a “democratic battle,” vowing to challenge DMK and AIADMK. He pledged corruption-free governance, urged cadres to protect every vote, and invoked Rani Velu Nachiyar’s legacy. Vijay unveiled the party symbol ‘whistle,’ calling supporters “front-line warriors”.
Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin says MS Dhoni will bat at No. 3 for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026. Dhoni has started training in Ranchi and looks fit. Ashwin praised CSK’s strong batting lineup, including Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson, Dewald Brevis, and Shivam Dube, saying it will be hard for opponents to stop them.
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As India marks its 77th Republic Day, digital tools are changing daily life. UPI enables fast, safe payments; Aadhaar ensures welfare reaches the right people; DigiLocker stores documents securely; UMANG provides access to government services in one app. These initiatives promote transparency, convenience, and citizen empowerment across India.