US President Donald Trump scores a diplomatic win as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirms his participation in the Board of Peace, a cornerstone of the Gaza Peace Plan. Launched to tackle conflicts worldwide, beginning in Gaza, the board positions Trump as lifelong chairman. The announcement from Netanyahu’s office via X highlighted his enthusiasm to collaborate with global leaders on peace efforts. This comes against the backdrop of the plan’s second phase rollout, where Trump backs a technocratic Palestinian governance model and insists on Hamas’s total disarmament, including destruction of underground tunnels. First phase milestones included Hamas freeing all living…
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As India gears up for its 77th Republic Day in 2026, the National School Band Competition has reached a thrilling climax at the zonal stage. Sixteen outstanding school bands, four from each zone, are now headed to the grand finale at National Bal Bhavan in Delhi on January 24. The competition spans four zones and four categories: Brass Band Boys, Brass Band Girls, Pipe Band Boys, and Pipe Band Girls. This initiative by the government seeks to foster national pride and discipline through music among the younger generation. East Zone’s Brass Band Boys representative is St. Xavier’s High School, West…
Tensions in international cricket escalate as Pakistan openly backs Bangladesh’s boycott of T20 World Cup 2026 games in India. According to reports, PCB sent a letter to ICC endorsing BCB’s security fears, fueling speculation of coordinated resistance. BCB’s refusal stems from post-political crisis instability, where minority attacks have surged. With Yunus at the helm, Bangladesh prioritizes player safety over scheduled fixtures. ICC’s deadline for clarification passed without compromise, leading to an emergency board session. Previous negotiations, including Dhaka talks, yielded no results. ICC maintains India’s hosting rights, promising robust security via BCCI. Yet BCB demands match shifts to Sri Lanka…
Get ready for a floral feast! Rashtrapati Bhavan’s Amrit Udyan, one of Delhi’s hidden gems, reopens to the public on February 3, 2026, and stays welcoming until March 31. This annual event transforms the presidential estate into a public paradise, perfect for picnics and photography. Daily timings are 10 AM to 6 PM, six days a week, barring Mondays and Holi on March 4. Last admission is at 5:15 PM sharp. Entry and bookings come at zero cost, promoting inclusivity for all. Secure your spot online through the Rashtrapati Bhavan portal effortlessly. Walk-ins aren’t left out—self-registration kiosks at Gate No.…
The Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development 2025 goes to Graça Machel, as decided by an eminent international jury led by Shivshankar Menon, India’s ex-National Security Advisor. This announcement from New Delhi celebrates a lifetime of activism for justice and equality. Machel’s journey embodies resilience. From her roots in rural Mozambique to global stages, she has championed self-determination, rights defense, and vulnerable upliftment, always pushing for societies rooted in fairness. Her story begins in 1945, educated in mission schools before heading to Lisbon on scholarship. Politics called her back in 1973 to fight for Mozambique’s liberation as teacher…
New Delhi’s power corridors buzzed with optimism as the Modi-led Cabinet rolled out two game-changing approvals. The Atal Pension Yojana, a lifeline for the unorganized workforce, gets a new lease on life till 2030-31, complete with ramped-up funding for outreach and sustainability. In parallel, SIDBI receives Rs 5,000 crore in equity to supercharge lending to India’s MSME backbone. Picture this: millions of daily wage earners, street vendors, and gig workers now assured of a dignified pension after 60. APY, born in 2015, delivers Rs 1,000-5,000 monthly, tailored to contributions. Its subscriber base has exploded to over 8.66 crore by early…
In the glamorous yet grueling world of reality television, few stars manage to weave family life into their high-octane careers as seamlessly as Sunny Leone. The Indo-Canadian actress has candidly shared that her three children literally grew up amidst the drama, romance, and rivalry of the ‘Splitsvilla’ sets. Speaking in a recent interview, Sunny disclosed a heartwarming family tradition. ‘My kids have been part of Splitsvilla since day one,’ she said. Over seven years, they’ve roamed the sets, befriended crew members, and absorbed the behind-the-scenes magic of TV production. What started as innocent visits evolved into profound learning opportunities. Sunny…
The Jharkhand High Court unleashed a barrage of criticism against the state’s law enforcement and child safety protocols after a Gumla mother renewed her desperate plea for her missing six-year-old daughter, vanished since September 2018. During the latest habeas corpus hearing, Justices Sujit Narayan Prasad and AK Rai tore into the lackadaisical probe, summoning the Home Secretary for January 27. Gumla SP’s court appearance brought little solace: a new SIT was deployed, hitting Delhi trails and plastering posters, but the girl remains untraced after eight agonizing years. The bench zeroed in on unregulated nomadic tribes roaming from Rajasthan and beyond,…
In a bold move towards energy self-reliance, India’s Draft NEP 2026 has been opened for public feedback. Designed to deliver affordable, quality electricity nationwide by 2047, it builds on ‘Developed India’ aspirations with doubled per capita consumption targets: 2,000 kWh by 2030 and beyond 4,000 by 2047. The policy, succeeding the 2005 version, integrates climate pledges by fast-tracking low-carbon sources. States must prepare resource plans via discoms and SLDCs, while CEA drafts a national roadmap to ensure supply-demand balance. Innovative tariff strategies propose linking rates to indices for seamless updates, converting fixed costs into demand charges, and eliminating cross-subsidies for…
In a display of sheer power, Aryna Sabalenka, the world number one and defending champion, breezed past China’s Bai Zhuoxuan 6-3, 6-1 in a brisk 32-minute affair at the Australian Open 2026, securing her spot in the third round. Bai, a qualifier making waves, faltered early, trailing 0-5 after just 15 minutes as Sabalenka’s aggressive baseline game overwhelmed her. The Chinese player responded with aces and resilience, saving break points and briefly challenging in the first set. Yet, Sabalenka’s consistency prevailed, sealing the set before dominating the second with a 4-0 surge, ending the match in 74 minutes overall. The…