Indore (Madhya Pradesh), January 17: Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday visited patients and families affected by the recent water contamination outbreak in Bhagirathpura, Indore. The outbreak, which caused vomiting and diarrhoea, has been linked to contaminated water in the area. Gandhi visited four patients undergoing treatment at Bombay…
East Champaran (Bihar), January 17: The world’s largest monolithic Shivalinga, standing 33 feet tall and weighing 210 tons, was installed at the Virat Ramayan Mandir in East Champaran, Bihar, on January 17, 2026. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was present at the installation ceremony. The Shivalinga, carved from a single piece of black granite, features 1,008…
Dehradun, January 17: Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan today inaugurated the Jagran Forum in Dehradun, commemorating 25 years of Uttarakhand’s formation. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the State’s spiritual, cultural, ecological, and strategic significance, calling it a land of sacrifice, resilience, and national service. Radhakrishnan recalled his support for the Uttarakhand statehood Bill in…
Singapore, January 17: The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) arrived at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, as part of its training deployment to the South East Indian Ocean Region, marking a significant step in strengthening maritime cooperation between India and Southeast Asian nations. The squadron, comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata and Indian Coast…
Malda (West Bengal), January 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple rail and road infrastructure projects worth over ₹3,250 crore in Malda, marking a major push towards strengthening connectivity in West Bengal and the North-Eastern region. Addressing a public gathering, the Prime Minister said the launch of…
New Delhi, 17 January 2026 : A major decision has been taken to make Delhi’s food security system more equitable and focused on the poor. Families with an annual household income of up to ₹1.20 lakh will now be eligible for a ration card, up from the earlier cap of ₹1 lakh. This decision was…
TIT Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com Many Gen Z earners in India find themselves caught in a confusing emotional loop when it comes to money. Despite earning well and being financially independent, everyday spending on cafés, clothes, skincare, travel, or small comforts often triggers guilt and self-doubt. Young professionals describe constantly questioning whether an expense was necessary or…
TIT Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com Stage 3 chronic kidney disease (CKD) does not automatically mean progression to kidney failure. According to Dr Nikhil Bhasin, consultant nephrologist at Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai Central, many patients can live for years—and sometimes decades—with stable kidney function if the condition is detected early and managed properly. Regular monitoring and control of factors…
TIT Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com Priyanka Chopra recently shared a glimpse of her skincare routine on Instagram, revealing her love for ice dunk facials. The practice, also known as an ice facial or cold immersion facial, involves exposing the face to very cold temperatures for a short duration and has gained popularity for its instant de-puffing effect.…
Hyderabad, January 16, 2026: In a landmark step towards inclusive healthcare delivery, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA), Government of India, on Thursday launched a nationwide capacity building initiative aimed at formally integrating tribal healers into India’s community health framework. The national programme, held at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Hyderabad, seeks to strengthen healthcare access…
