New Delhi, 17 January 2026- A grand cultural programme was organised at Ras Vihar, Patparganj, Delhi, on the occasion of Uttarayani Kauthig 2026, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. The event was graced by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, along with the Union Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road…
Panchkula (Haryana), January 17: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday released ₹181 crore under the third instalment of the Deendayal Lado Laxmi Yojana, directly crediting the amount into the bank accounts of over 8.63 lakh women beneficiaries across the state. Addressing a press conference in Panchkula, the Chief Minister said women empowerment remains…
NEW DELHI, 17th January 2026:Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced a major relief for farmers in Punjab’s border belt after the Central Government agreed in principle to shift the Border Security Fence closer to the International Border, a move that will clear the way for unhindered cultivation of thousands of acres of…
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…
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…
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…