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Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP and the Election Commission of misusing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying the exercise is being weaponised to dilute the right to vote and selectively remove voters in key areas.
India’s 77th Republic Day parade on 26 January 2026 puts the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ at the centre, marking 150 years since its creation and tying the tribute to tableaux, cultural displays, and a wider message of self-reliance.
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with a full ceremonial parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi, showcasing military strength and cultural diversity. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa attended as chief guests, adding diplomatic weight to the national event.
A report said NTPC is set to work with US-based Clean Core Thorium Energy on developing thorium-based fuel for nuclear reactors. The move revives attention on India’s long-stated interest in thorium, given the country’s resource profile and the strategic goal of reducing reliance on imported nuclear fuel.
A study reported in The Indian Express said India ranked second globally in the number of adults living with diabetes in 2024, with an estimate of 90 million. Researchers noted that large-population countries contribute a significant share of the worldwide diabetes burden.
A global photo gallery from The Associated Press documented India’s 77th Republic Day parade in New Delhi, including the presence of European leaders Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen. The images spotlighted military columns, domestically produced platforms, cultural troupes and Republic Day observances in other Indian cities.
India wrapped up an unassailable lead in the T20I series against New Zealand as Abhishek Sharma and captain Suryakumar Yadav completed a rapid chase in Guwahati. India’s bowlers set up the win by restricting New Zealand to 153/9 before the chase was finished in just 10 overs.
A report said India could see another record year for IPO fundraising in 2026, with a potential listing of Reliance Jio Infocomm as a marquee deal. Market optimism is being tempered by valuation concerns and global uncertainties, even as domestic participation remains a strong tailwind.
Kerala Assembly proceedings were disrupted as the opposition demanded Devaswom Minister V N Vasavan’s resignation over the Sabarimala gold theft case. The House was adjourned amid sloganeering and counter-allegations, with the opposition alleging pressure on the investigation and the government accusing rivals of politicising the issue.
An academic study released ahead of India’s Union Budget 2026-27 calls for a sharper increase in public healthcare expenditure, warning that shifting socio-economic conditions are pushing up medical costs and widening inequality in access to treatment.
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with a grand parade along New Delhi’s Kartavya Path, where troops, domestically built defence platforms and cultural tableaux underlined both national security priorities and the country’s diversity.
India clinched an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match T20I series against New Zealand after restricting the visitors to 153/9 and then chasing the target in just 10 overs in Guwahati, led by Abhishek Sharma and skipper Suryakumar Yadav.