January 25 holds profound significance for Himachal Pradesh, commemorating its birth as the 18th state of India in 1971 after decades of unification efforts. This day unites the state’s rocky past, robust present, and ambitious future, honoring a saga from disarray to distinction. The road to statehood was paved with obstacles following 1947 independence. Himachal materialized on April 15, 1948, consolidating 30 princely states into a cohesive unit—a Herculean task amid political flux. Constitutional implementation on January 26, 1950, elevated it to ‘C’ category, a stepping stone to greater autonomy. Expansions followed: Bilaspur in 1954, Union Territory status in 1956,…
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Team India extended their winning streak to three matches with a clinical seven-wicket triumph over New Zealand in the Under-19 Cricket World Cup at Bulawayo. Topping Group B, India now eyes glory in Super Sixes Group 2, with upcoming battles against Zimbabwe and arch-rivals Pakistan. Rain played spoiler in Saturday’s encounter at Queens Sports Club, reducing the game to 37 overs per side after New Zealand batted first. The Kiwis stuttered from the outset, losing Hugo Bog for a golden duck at 5/1, followed by skipper Tom Jones (2) and a third wicket at 17/3 before showers arrived. Post-interruption, disaster…
Uttar Pradesh is revolutionizing access to drinking water information through the Jal Jeevan Mission. Citizens can now monitor tap water quality reports publicly via online portals and offline channels, marking a new era of openness in public health infrastructure. Ashok Kumar Meena, Secretary of the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, announced this during his Lucknow review. The UP government’s JJM portal will sync with central systems, offering villagers dashboards on scheme progress, test results, and supply status. Residents can even submit feedback directly. In a detailed progress review, Meena directed officials to expedite works and strengthen local committees for…
Tensions are rising in Bangladesh’s pre-election landscape as the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) categorically denied accusations leveled by Jamaat-e-Islami deputy chief Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher. Speaking on Saturday, BNP spokesperson Mahdi Amin from the election steering committee labeled the claims of clandestine deals with India as ‘utter falsehoods and propaganda’. Taher had alleged that BNP, under Tarique Rahman, inked three pacts with New Delhi, citing unnamed media sources. Amin, during a briefing at chairperson Khaleda Zia’s Gulshan residence, challenged the absence of proof. ‘They can’t produce evidence because none exists,’ he asserted, calling it a ploy to defame BNP and…
In a significant diplomatic coup, European Council President Ursula von der Leyen has arrived in New Delhi, greeted by Commerce and IT Minister Jitin Prasad. Her state visit, timed perfectly ahead of India’s 77th Republic Day, positions her as chief guest alongside Antonio Costa. This high-profile engagement has sparked buzz about an imminent India-EU free trade pact, potentially unlocking billions in trade opportunities. The MEA’s warm welcome on social media captured the essence: a strategic partnership between two democratic giants built on trust and shared principles. FTA talks, now in the closing laps, are seen as foundational to broader cooperation…
Assam’s Tinsukia Railway Station became the epicenter of a critical anti-sabotage mock exercise conducted by the Indian Army’s Spear Corps Red Shield Gunners. Held on January 24, the drill aimed to counter threats from hostile actors targeting strategic transport hubs. As a bustling gateway to Northeast India, Tinsukia sees heavy passenger and cargo traffic, making it a prime target. The simulation plunged participants into chaos: fictional bomb plants, sabotage plots, and attack sequences that mirrored potential real attacks. Joint participation from Army special forces, state police, GRP, and civil authorities underscored the multi-agency synergy. Emphasis was placed on instant threat…
The atmosphere was electric at Vadodara’s BCA Stadium as Delhi Capitals won the toss in their must-win WPL 2026 match against table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru, electing to chase on Saturday evening. Captain Jemimah Rodrigues was clear on her strategy: ‘Lights will make the ball skid nicely, and dew could play a part. We’ve studied the pitch—it might keep low, but we’re prepared.’ Two tweaks in the lineup see Chinelle Henry in for Lucy Hamilton and Minnu Mani replacing the injured Deepta. Smriti Mandhana of RCB revealed they fancied bowling too, but wind might keep dew at bay. ‘Batting first suits…
Jharkhand’s push for industrial revival took center stage as Chief Minister Hemant Soren engaged in high-level talks with the Naveen Jindal Group’s delegation during his London visit. Following up on their Ranchi meeting dated January 2, 2026, the discussions delved deep into strategies for investment in critical areas like steel, sustainable energy, education, and workforce skilling. Prioritizing eco-conscious growth, the two sides pledged joint efforts to advance green industries in Jharkhand. The industrialist group articulated plans to pour investments into steel plants, clean power projects, and electricity networks, while underscoring the need for environmental safeguards and community welfare. The conversation…
Lucknow erupted with political rhetoric as Akhilesh Yadav, SP president, used the Avimukteshwaranand episode to pillory the Yogi administration and cast doubts on the Election Commission’s neutrality. In a detailed Saturday briefing, Yadav wove religious symbolism with electoral grievances, painting a picture of systemic sabotage. ‘Those chanting Kalanemi’s name, name Kaliyug’s demons,’ he proclaimed, implying government figures embody destructive forces. Accusations flew thick: religious matters politicized, SIR shrouded in secrecy, parties excluded from voter notice details. Yadav alleged EC-government nexus enables poll irregularities. Promised no deletions post-SIR? Bypolls exposed rigged votes, ignored CCTV, untrained BLOs dying without repercussions. Duplicates plague…
Bangladesh stands at a crossroads where religion is increasingly dictating the political narrative, especially as elections loom. A damning report exposes how nearly every party is leveraging faith-based appeals, from heavenly rewards to Sharia enforcement, to capture votes in a nation striving for progress. Published on a prominent Bangla news portal, the piece cites TIB research attributing this surge to prolonged democratic deficits, homegrown extremism, and external radical influences. Election rallies have become spectacles of piety: politicians in traditional garb preaching divine favor for their ballots. Jamaat-e-Islami faces particular scrutiny for peddling ‘paradise passes’ via party symbols, a tactic decried…