The Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday announced that the President of India has approved 131 Padma Awards for 2026, one of the country’s highest civilian honours
CM Fadnavis also share a post on X and wrote that the sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur was not limited to the Sikh community, but was a defence of India’s culture, values, and freedom of religion
CM Fadnavis also share a post on X and wrote, "The sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur was not limited to the Sikh community, but was a defence of India’s culture, values, and freedom of religion"
CM Fadnavis also share a post on X and wrote, "The sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur was not limited to the Sikh community, but was a defence of India’s culture, values, and freedom of religion"
CM Fadnavis also share a post on X and wrote, "The sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur was not limited to the Sikh community, but was a defence of India’s culture, values, and freedom of religion
CM Fadnavis also share a post on X and wrote, "The sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur was not limited to the Sikh community, but was a defence of India’s culture, values, and freedom of religion
Kagal State Excise raided two illegal factories in Goa, sealing liquor and materials worth Rs 1.32 crore. The operation exposed an interstate spurious liquor racket using fake Maharashtra labels and dealt a major blow to smuggling networks.
The gallantry awards include one Ashok Chakra, three Kirti Chakras, 13 Shaurya Chakras (one posthumous), one Bar to Sena Medal (Gallantry), 44 Sena Medals (Gallantry) (five posthumous), six Nau Sena Medals (Gallantry) and two Vayu Sena Medals (Gallantry)
In her address to the nation on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, President Murmu said the country is recording continuous economic growth, driven by large-scale investments in world-class infrastructure and guided by the principles of 'atmanirbharata' and 'swadeshi'
Veteran BBC correspondent and author Mark Tully, widely known as the broadcaster’s “voice of India”, died at the age of 90, the BBC confirmed on Sunday
Born in India in 1935 under British rule, he made the country his home and his career, becoming arguably the best-known foreign correspondent in the country
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of turning governors into tools to harass opposition-ruled states, alleging direct interference from the Centre. Addressing a rally in Hubballi, he said constitutional authorities are being misused to destabilise non-BJP governments
Born in India in 1935 under British rule, he made the country his home and his career, becoming arguably the best-known foreign correspondent in the country
25 January,2026 09:22 PM IST | New Delhi | AFPCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of turning governors into tools to harass opposition-ruled states, alleging direct interference from the Centre. Addressing a rally in Hubballi, he said constitutional authorities are being misused to destabilise non-BJP governments
25 January,2026 07:14 PM IST | Hubballi | mid-day online correspondentThe awardees include people who have dedicated their lives to serving society in areas such as education, healthcare, art, culture, and social welfare
25 January,2026 06:21 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentRepublic Day marks the day the Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950, transforming the nation into a sovereign, democratic republic. The day reflects India’s constitutional values, freedom struggle legacy, and commitment to justice, liberty, equality and fraternity
25 January,2026 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTejashwi Yadav was appointed National Working President of the Rashtriya Janata Dal at the party’s executive meeting in Patna. While senior leaders welcomed the move, his sister Rohini Acharya launched a sharp attack on the party leadership, calling the situation “worrisome”
25 January,2026 04:32 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Heavy snowfall over the past 48 hours has paralysed life in Himachal Pradesh’s Manali, blocking national highways and stranding hundreds of tourists. One to two feet of snow, and continuous snowfall have halted traffic, leaving many passengers stuck overnight in freezing conditions. (Pics/PTI)
The roots of Republic Day trace back to the Indian Independence Act of July 18, 1947, which ended British rule and transferred legislative authority to India’s Constituent Assembly
25 January,2026 02:15 PM IST |
Overall, while daytime temperatures remained slightly below average in many interior districts, Maharashtra continued to witness pleasant winter conditions, with no extreme variations reported
25 January,2026 01:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Meanwhile, on Thursday, two persons have been arrested by the Noida Police following the case of 27-year-old techie Yuvraj Mehta, who lost his life after his car broke through a waterlogged pit near a public road in Sector-150, officials said on Thursday
25 January,2026 10:05 AM IST | Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | ANI
Major landmarks, including the Salal Dam in Jammu and Kashmir, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai, and the Government buildings in Lucknow, reflected a vibrant, patriotic atmosphere in the cities.
25 January,2026 09:52 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
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India has received a formal invitation from the United States government to join President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” for the Gaza Strip — a plan designed to reshape governance and security after months of devastating conflict. The invitation, confirmed by the US Ambassador in New Delhi, includes a direct letter from President Trump to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Will India accept the US invitation — or stay aligned with its long-standing principles on Palestine? What would joining Trump’s Gaza Board mean for Hamas, Israel, regional security, and India’s global role?
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