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Five Indian states are going to polls in February in what is seen as a bellwether elections. The elections are crucial for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party. They are being watched keenly in India, almost like the midterm elections in the US. In the next two months, elections will also be held in Punjab & Uttarakhand as well as in Goa and the northeastern state of Manipur. VO: Elections would be held for 403 assembly seats in UP, 117 in Punjab, 70 in Uttarakhand, 60 in Manipur and 40 in Goa.

India's mammoth state elections: Why are they significant?

India is looking to make the first unit of Russia-made S-400 missile defence system operational by this April. All the five units of the system will be deployed in strategic areas to ward off China threat, according to official sources. All these five units may become operational by next year.

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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">Next month, elections will be held in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state and a vital battleground for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">The election in the northern state, which is currently dominated by Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party, is viewed as a harbinger of national elections in 2024.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">In the next few months, elections will be held in the northern provinces of Punjab and Uttarakhand, as well as in the tourist mecca of Goa and the northeastern state of Manipur.&nbsp;<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/five-crucial-states-of-india-including-punjab-uttar-pradesh-gear-up-for-bellwether-local-polls-438801"><strong>Also read | Five crucial states of India including Punjab, Uttar Pradesh gear up for bellwether local polls</strong></a></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">Elections would be held for 403 assembly seats in UP, 117 in Punjab, 70 in Uttarakhand, 60 in Manipur and 40 in Goa.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="8">In this massive election, an estimated 184 million voters, including 85.5 million women, are anticipated to vote.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9">2.49 million of them are first-time voters.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Assembly Elections Schedule: Counting day March 10</strong></p>

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			<td style="width: 171px;">117</td>
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			<td style="width: 171px;">70</td>
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			<td style="width: 171px;">60</td>
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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="10">The EC has capped the number of voters per booth at 1,250, resulting in an increase in the number of polling stations to 30,334 as the average number of voters per polling booth has decreased.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="11">At least one booth in each Assembly constituency will be managed exclusively by women.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="12"><strong>Candidates with criminal background</strong></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="13">A petition has been filed with the Supreme Court, asking the court to order the Election Commission to ensure that all political parties display information on candidate criminal charges, as well as the reasons for their selection, on the home page of their official website.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="14">Aside from the website, the petition also asks the Election Commission of India (ECI) to direct the ECI to guarantee that every politician publishes their details in electronic, print, and social media, and to bring a contempt case against the party's president if they don't.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="15">In light of the forthcoming assembly elections, barrister Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay filed a petition asking the ECI to issue a directive requiring every political party to explain why it chose a candidate with criminal history over one without.&nbsp;</p>

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Next month, elections will be held in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state and a vital battleground for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The election in the northern state, which is currently dominated by Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party, is viewed as a harbinger of national elections in 2024.

Next month, elections will be held in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state and a vital battleground for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The election in the northern state, which is currently dominated by Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party, is viewed as a harbinger of national elections in 2024. In the next few months, elections will be held in the northern provinces of Punjab and Uttarakhand, as well as in the tourist mecca of Goa and the northeastern state of Manipur. Also read | Five crucial states of India including Punjab, Uttar Pradesh gear up for bellwether local polls Elections would be held for 403 assembly seats in UP, 117 in Punjab, 70 in Uttarakhand, 60 in Manipur and 40 in Goa. In this massive election, an estimated 184 million voters, including 85.5 million women, are anticipated to vote. 2.49 million of them are first-time voters. Assembly Elections Schedule: Counting day March 10 States Voting begins Voting Ends Voting Days Incumbent Party Total number of seats Uttar Pradesh February 10 March 7 7 BJP 403 Punjab February 20 February 20 1 INC 117 Uttarakhand February 14 February 14 1 BJP 70 Manipur February 27 March 3 2 BJP 60 Goa February 14 February 14 1 BJP 40 The EC has capped the number of voters per booth at 1,250, resulting in an increase in the number of polling stations to 30,334 as the average number of voters per polling booth has decreased. At least one booth in each Assembly constituency will be managed exclusively by women. Candidates with criminal background A petition has been filed with the Supreme Court, asking the court to order the Election Commission to ensure that all political parties display information on candidate criminal charges, as well as the reasons for their selection, on the home page of their official website. Aside from the website, the petition also asks the Election Commission of India (ECI) to direct the ECI to guarantee that every politician publishes their details in electronic, print, and social media, and to bring a contempt case against the party's president if they don't. In light of the forthcoming assembly elections, barrister Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay filed a petition asking the ECI to issue a directive requiring every political party to explain why it chose a candidate with criminal history over one without. (With inputs from agencies)

India's mammoth state elections: Five states to vote from Feb 10, counting on March 10

India will dispatch an infantry battalion for the United Nation's peacekeeping operations in the oil rich Abyei region in Africa. It's an area which straddles northern and southern Sudan and is hotly contested by both. The Indian infantry group with around 570 soldiers will be deployed under the UN interim security force for Abyei, it is tasked with monitoring the volatile border between north and south Sudan.

India to dispatch an infantry battalion for UN's peacekeeping ops in Africa

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (January 17) will deliver a special address at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Davos Agenda via video conferencing. The virtual event will be held from January 17-21.</p>

<p>As the Davos Agenda 2022 is bringing world leaders together, PM Modi will deliver the 'State of the World' address, which is scheduled at 8:30pm IST. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said in a statement: "Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will deliver 'State of the World'&nbsp;special address at the World Economic Forum's Davos Agenda on 17th January."</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-mammoth-state-elections-five-states-to-vote-from-feb-10-counting-on-march-10-445328">India's mammoth state elections: Five states to vote from Feb 10, counting on March 10</a></strong></p>

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<p>The weeklong virtual event which is starting today will feature heads of state and government, CEOs and other leaders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They will come together to discuss the critical challenges the world is facing today and present their ideas on how to tackle them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several heads of state will address the event including Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Indonesian President Joko Widodo, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and EU Commission's chief Ursua von der Leyen.</p>

<p>The event will also witness the participation of top industry leaders, international organisations and civil society.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/eye-on-china-india-to-make-russia-made-s-400-missile-defence-system-operational-from-april-445322">Eye on China, India to make Russia-made S-400 missile defence system operational from April</a></strong></p>

<p>As per the WEF website, the event will also mark the launch of several Forum initiatives including efforts to accelerate the race to net-zero emissions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also to ensure the economic opportunity of nature-positive solutions, create cyber resilience, strengthen global value chains, build economies in fragile markets through humanitarian investing, bridge the vaccine manufacturing gap and use data solutions to prepare for the next pandemic.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (January 17) will deliver a special address at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Davos Agenda via video conferencing.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (January 17) will deliver a special address at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Davos Agenda via video conferencing. The virtual event will be held from January 17-21. As the Davos Agenda 2022 is bringing world leaders together, PM Modi will deliver the 'State of the World' address, which is scheduled at 8:30pm IST. Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said in a statement: "Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will deliver 'State of the World' special address at the World Economic Forum's Davos Agenda on 17th January." ALSO READ | India's mammoth state elections: Five states to vote from Feb 10, counting on March 10 At around 8:30 PM IST this evening, will be delivering the ‘State of the World’ special address at the World Economic Forum’s Davos Agenda. @wef — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 17, 2022 × The weeklong virtual event which is starting today will feature heads of state and government, CEOs and other leaders. They will come together to discuss the critical challenges the world is facing today and present their ideas on how to tackle them. Several heads of state will address the event including Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Indonesian President Joko Widodo, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and EU Commission's chief Ursua von der Leyen. The event will also witness the participation of top industry leaders, international organisations and civil society. ALSO READ | Eye on China, India to make Russia-made S-400 missile defence system operational from April As per the WEF website, the event will also mark the launch of several Forum initiatives including efforts to accelerate the race to net-zero emissions. Also to ensure the economic opportunity of nature-positive solutions, create cyber resilience, strengthen global value chains, build economies in fragile markets through humanitarian investing, bridge the vaccine manufacturing gap and use data solutions to prepare for the next pandemic. This is what the world will look like over the next 100 years... if we do nothing. 🔎 Submit your idea for climate action, on UpLink: https://t.co/AXXS4NM99t @WEFUpLink pic.twitter.com/kcvXTlvq8q — World Economic Forum (@wef) January 17, 2022 × "Everyone hopes that in 2022 the COVID-19 pandemic, and the crises that accompanied it, will finally begin to recede. But major global challenges await us, from climate change to rebuilding trust and social cohesion," said Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum. "To address them, leaders will need to adopt new models, look long term, renew cooperation and act systemically. The Davos Agenda 2022 is the starting point for the dialogue needed for global cooperation in 2022," he added.

Indian PM Narendra Modi to deliver special address at WEF's Davos Agenda today

<p>Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in India continue to rise as the nation has recorded&nbsp;2,71,202 virus cases on Sunday (January 16), which is 2,369 more than a day before.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The country has also reported 314 deaths and 1,38,331 recoveries in the last 24 hours. Meanwhile, the active case in the country is 15,50,377.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The daily positivity rate has reached 16.28 per cent which is a&nbsp;marginal improvement&nbsp;and the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 13.69 per cent.</p>

<p><strong>Is COVID-19 peaking in India?</strong></p>

<p>The country has seen a sharp rise in the number of cases after the emergence of a highly transmissible Omicron variant. Experts have claimed that the nation is currently in the grip of the third wave. But the question here is: when India will witness a peak in COVID-19 cases?</p>

<p>Manindra Agrawal, who is a professor at IIT Kanpur recently said that India will witness a peak in COVID-19 infection cases around January 15.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/to-promote-culture-of-start-ups-january-16-to-be-celebrated-as-national-start-up-day-says-pm-modi-445103">To promote culture of start-ups, January 16 to be celebrated as 'National Start-up Day,' says PM Modi</a></strong></p>

<p>Agrawal, who has been tracking the COVID-19 curve in the country using the SUTRA model, had also noted that the&nbsp;bigger cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata will report the maximum number of cases. As predicted, the mentioned cities have seen a spike in cases in the previous three-four days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Weighing in on when the cases will start to decline, Professor Agrawal told India-based news agency ANI on Monday, "We expect the decline also to be equally sharp and if the peak hits in January, then by the middle of March, the wave will be over."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>7,743 cases of Omicron variant of COVID-19 have been detected so far in the country. A total of 70,24,48,838 samples were tested so far of which 16,65,404 samples were tested yesterday.</p>

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in India continue to rise as the nation has recorded 2,71,202 virus cases on Sunday (January 16), which is 2,369 more than a day before.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in India continue to rise as the nation has recorded 2,71,202 virus cases on Sunday (January 16), which is 2,369 more than a day before. The country has also reported 314 deaths and 1,38,331 recoveries in the last 24 hours. Meanwhile, the active case in the country is 15,50,377. The daily positivity rate has reached 16.28 per cent which is a marginal improvement and the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 13.69 per cent. Is COVID-19 peaking in India? The country has seen a sharp rise in the number of cases after the emergence of a highly transmissible Omicron variant. Experts have claimed that the nation is currently in the grip of the third wave. But the question here is: when India will witness a peak in COVID-19 cases? Manindra Agrawal, who is a professor at IIT Kanpur recently said that India will witness a peak in COVID-19 infection cases around January 15. ALSO READ | To promote culture of start-ups, January 16 to be celebrated as 'National Start-up Day,' says PM Modi Agrawal, who has been tracking the COVID-19 curve in the country using the SUTRA model, had also noted that the bigger cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata will report the maximum number of cases. As predicted, the mentioned cities have seen a spike in cases in the previous three-four days. Weighing in on when the cases will start to decline, Professor Agrawal told India-based news agency ANI on Monday, "We expect the decline also to be equally sharp and if the peak hits in January, then by the middle of March, the wave will be over." #Unite2FightCorona#LargestVaccineDrive#OmicronVariant 𝗖𝗢𝗩𝗜𝗗 𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗛https://t.co/choZMigFeE pic.twitter.com/HBR9j7iB2H — Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) January 16, 2022 × Omicron cases in India 7,743 cases of Omicron variant of COVID-19 have been detected so far in the country. A total of 70,24,48,838 samples were tested so far of which 16,65,404 samples were tested yesterday. Here's the COVID-19 data of January 15: #Unite2FightCorona#LargestVaccineDrive#OmicronVariant 𝗖𝗢𝗩𝗜𝗗 𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗛https://t.co/4vvWVz8twI pic.twitter.com/6wJ3rQWdzO — Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) January 15, 2022 × WATCH | Health infrastructure under pressure in Brazil amid a massive spike in COVID cases fueled by Omicron ×

Is COVID-19 peaking in India? Nation logs 2,71,202 new cases, positivity rate at 16.28%

<p>In a shocking incident, a son's confession at his father's prayer meet led to a shocking revelation that helped in solving his murder. Initially, it was believed that N Raghavendra died from a natural cause. He was found dead at his house in Karenahalli which is on the outskirts of Bengaluru in South India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Raghavendra's wife, Shylaja called her husband’s brother, Shekar, around 2am saying that Raghavendra had collapsed from an epileptic attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He was declared 'brought dead' once he was taken to the hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After a few days at the prayer meeting, Raghavendra's 10-year-old son, while speaking to his grandfather Nanjundappa revealed that there was another person in the house when his father died.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Elaborating on the incident, the little boy told that he woke up in the middle of the night after there were some disturbing noises.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is when he saw that his father was pinned down by his mother and her mother, Laxmidevamma. Another man was hitting him on his head with a rolling pin.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When the little boy asked them about why they are hitting their father, the other man hit him too and instructed him to keep his mouth shut or he will be killed. "I got scared and went back to bed," said the boy in a report by News18.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shylaja and Laxmidevamma were arrested after Shekar filed a complaint with the police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the investigation, it was revealed that Hanumantha was Shylaja’s colleague and they were having an affair. Both of them planned Raghavendra's murder after he questioned Shylaja multiple times.</p>

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In a shocking incident, a son's confession at his father's prayer meet led to a shocking revelation that helped in solving his murder. Initially, it was believed that N Raghavendra died from a natural cause.

In a shocking incident, a son's confession at his father's prayer meet led to a shocking revelation that helped in solving his murder. Initially, it was believed that N Raghavendra died from a natural cause. He was found dead at his house in Karenahalli which is on the outskirts of Bengaluru in South India. Raghavendra's wife, Shylaja called her husband’s brother, Shekar, around 2am saying that Raghavendra had collapsed from an epileptic attack. He was declared 'brought dead' once he was taken to the hospital. After a few days at the prayer meeting, Raghavendra's 10-year-old son, while speaking to his grandfather Nanjundappa revealed that there was another person in the house when his father died. Also read | UAE passengers exempted from 7-day quarantine in India’s Maharashtra state Elaborating on the incident, the little boy told that he woke up in the middle of the night after there were some disturbing noises. This is when he saw that his father was pinned down by his mother and her mother, Laxmidevamma. Another man was hitting him on his head with a rolling pin. When the little boy asked them about why they are hitting their father, the other man hit him too and instructed him to keep his mouth shut or he will be killed. "I got scared and went back to bed," said the boy in a report by News18. Shylaja and Laxmidevamma were arrested after Shekar filed a complaint with the police. After the investigation, it was revealed that Hanumantha was Shylaja’s colleague and they were having an affair. Both of them planned Raghavendra's murder after he questioned Shylaja multiple times. (With inputs from agencies)

This is how son's confession helped uncover his father's murder in India

India celebrated Army Day, acknowledging the importance of the Indian army and honoring the sacrifices of soldiers.

Indian Army Chief MM Naravane on Army Day: Will not let anyone change the status quo at the borders

<p>Indian road transport ministry informed that it will make it mandatory for carmakers to provide a minimum of six airbags in motor vehicles that can carry up to 8 passengers in order to enhance road safety of occupants from October this year.</p>

<p>The ministry also said that the decision has been made to enhance safety features by amending the country's Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.</p>

<p>The implementation of the fitment of the driver airbag with effect from July 1 2019 and the front co-passenger airbag with effect from January 1 2022 was already mandated, India's Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further said, "In order to enhance the safety of the occupants in motor vehicles carrying up to 8 passengers, I have now approved a Draft GSR Notification to make a minimum of 6 airbags compulsory," Gadkari had said. GSR here stands for General Statutory Rules."</p>

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<p>As pe the latest government data, total of 1,16,496 road accidents occurred on national highways (NHs), including expressways, in 2020, causing 47,984 deaths.</p>


Indian road transport ministry informed that it will make it mandatory for carmakers to provide a minimum of six airbags in motor vehicles that can carry up to 8 passengers in order to enhance road safety of occupants from October this year.

Indian road transport ministry informed that it will make it mandatory for carmakers to provide a minimum of six airbags in motor vehicles that can carry up to 8 passengers in order to enhance road safety of occupants from October this year. The ministry also said that the decision has been made to enhance safety features by amending the country's Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989. The implementation of the fitment of the driver airbag with effect from July 1 2019 and the front co-passenger airbag with effect from January 1 2022 was already mandated, India's Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said. He further said, "In order to enhance the safety of the occupants in motor vehicles carrying up to 8 passengers, I have now approved a Draft GSR Notification to make a minimum of 6 airbags compulsory," Gadkari had said. GSR here stands for General Statutory Rules." The ministry informed: "A draft notification has been issued on January 14, 2022, which mandates that vehicles of category M1, manufactured after October 1, 2022, shall be fitted with two side/side torso air bags, one each for the persons occupying front row outboard seating positions, and two side curtain/tube air bags, one each for the persons occupying outboard seating positions." As pe the latest government data, total of 1,16,496 road accidents occurred on national highways (NHs), including expressways, in 2020, causing 47,984 deaths.

India to mandate minimum six airbags in vehicles carrying up to eight passengers

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (January 15) hailed the Indian Army on the occasion of Army Day. Praising the courageous soldiers,&nbsp;he extended wishes to the veterans and their families for their contributions.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking to his official Twitter, PM Modi mentioned the challenges faced by the Indian Army as he noted that the Indian Army personnel serve in hostile terrains and are at the forefront of helping fellow citizens during humanitarian crises, including natural disasters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Indian Army is known for its bravery and professionalism. Words cannot do justice to the invaluable contribution of the Indian Army towards national safety," PM Modi wrote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi further said that India is proud of the stellar contribution of the Army in Peacekeeping Missions overseas as well.</p>

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<p>Indian President Ram Nath Kovind also wished the Army personnel and veterans on Army Day. He said, "Indian Army has been pivotal in ensuring national security."</p>

<p>"Our soldiers have displayed professionalism, sacrifice and valour in defending borders and maintaining peace. The nation is grateful for your service," Kovind added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said in a tweet: "Our Army has distinguished itself as a courageous and professional force, unwavering in their commitment to defend the country. The nation is proud of the Indian Army."</p>

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<p>Earlier in the day, Indian Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane, Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari and Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar paid their obeisance at the National War Memorial in Delhi to mark Army Day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Army Day in India is celebrated every year on January 15, to celebrate the day when Field Marshal Kodandera M. Cariappa took over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Fransis Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India, on 15 January 1949.&nbsp;</p>

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मातृभूमि की रक्षा में सदैव तत्पर वीर सैनिकों के अदम्य साहस, शौर्य व सर्वोच्च बलिदान को नमन करता हूँ।<br />
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— ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) <a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1479642024605196289?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 8, 2022</a></blockquote>
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The men &amp; women of <a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@adgpi</a> are known for their unmatched bravery,devotion to duty &amp; unwavering patriotism.The nation is indebted to them for their selfless service in protecting the country from multiple threats. Best wishes to the soldiers &amp; their families. <a href="https://t.co/52QtmvHUKl">pic.twitter.com/52QtmvHUKl</a></p>
— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) <a href="https://twitter.com/VPSecretariat/status/1482202283450707968?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) <a href="https://twitter.com/Naveen_Odisha/status/1482209478519193603?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Greetings to all Army personnel and their families. My heartfelt tributes to brave martyrs who gave their lives for our motherland. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianArmy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianArmy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianArmyDay2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianArmyDay2022</a> <a href="https://t.co/lKyg8WZw7b">pic.twitter.com/lKyg8WZw7b</a></p>
— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) <a href="https://twitter.com/KirenRijiju/status/1482200899955326976?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Heartiest Army Day greetings</p>
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The nation is grateful to them and their families for their service and sacrifice.</p>
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (January 15) hailed the Indian Army on the occasion of Army Day. Praising the courageous soldiers, he extended wishes to the veterans and their families for their contributions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (January 15) hailed the Indian Army on the occasion of Army Day. Praising the courageous soldiers, he extended wishes to the veterans and their families for their contributions. Taking to his official Twitter, PM Modi mentioned the challenges faced by the Indian Army as he noted that the Indian Army personnel serve in hostile terrains and are at the forefront of helping fellow citizens during humanitarian crises, including natural disasters. "The Indian Army is known for its bravery and professionalism. Words cannot do justice to the invaluable contribution of the Indian Army towards national safety," PM Modi wrote. PM Modi further said that India is proud of the stellar contribution of the Army in Peacekeeping Missions overseas as well. ALSO READ | Eye on China: Why India's BrahMos missile matters in Asia Indian President Ram Nath Kovind also wished the Army personnel and veterans on Army Day. He said, "Indian Army has been pivotal in ensuring national security." "Our soldiers have displayed professionalism, sacrifice and valour in defending borders and maintaining peace. The nation is grateful for your service," Kovind added. Indian Army personnel serve in hostile terrains and are at the forefront of helping fellow citizens during humanitarian crisis, including natural disasters. India is proud of the stellar contribution of the Army in Peacekeeping Missions overseas as well. pic.twitter.com/JnM9cpZDnu — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 15, 2022 × Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said in a tweet: "Our Army has distinguished itself as a courageous and professional force, unwavering in their commitment to defend the country. The nation is proud of the Indian Army." Greetings and best wishes to all Indian Army personnel and their families on the special occasion of Army Day. Our Army has distinguished itself as a courageous and professional force, unwavering in their commitment to defend the country. The nation is proud of the Indian Army. — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 15, 2022 × Earlier in the day, Indian Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane, Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari and Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar paid their obeisance at the National War Memorial in Delhi to mark Army Day. Army Day in India is celebrated every year on January 15, to celebrate the day when Field Marshal Kodandera M. Cariappa took over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Fransis Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India, on 15 January 1949. भारतीय सेना के बहादुर जवानों, पूर्व सैनिकों व उनके परिवारों को थल सेना दिवस की शुभकामनाएं। मातृभूमि की रक्षा में सदैव तत्पर वीर सैनिकों के अदम्य साहस, शौर्य व सर्वोच्च बलिदान को नमन करता हूँ। देश के प्रति आपकी निःस्वार्थ सेवा,समर्पण व प्रतिबद्धता हर भारतीय हेतु प्रेरणास्रोत है। pic.twitter.com/p7cuRE0BuR — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) January 15, 2022 × #IndianArmy is not just an institution but an emotion which makes you feel proud to be born in this amazing country.#ArmyDay#15Jan22#AmritMahotsav pic.twitter.com/O6DGBubO8E — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) January 8, 2022 × #IndianAirForce felicitates all ranks of Indian Army and their families on the occasion of the 74th #ArmyDay.#ArmyDay2022#IndianArmy pic.twitter.com/Vzqg3VGivD — Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) January 15, 2022 × Greetings on #ArmyDay! The men & women of @adgpi are known for their unmatched bravery,devotion to duty & unwavering patriotism.The nation is indebted to them for their selfless service in protecting the country from multiple threats. Best wishes to the soldiers & their families. pic.twitter.com/52QtmvHUKl — Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) January 15, 2022 × Warm tributes to the veterans, brave soldiers and their families on #ArmyDay. Salute to the indomitable spirit and selfless sacrifice of these bravehearts who put national interest ahead of everything to ensure sovereignty & integrity of our nation. pic.twitter.com/HpQV06Pw7R — Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) January 15, 2022 × Together, let's celebrate #ArmyDay to honour our brave soldiers who are the reason behind our pride and our smiles. Greetings to all Army personnel and their families. My heartfelt tributes to brave martyrs who gave their lives for our motherland. #IndianArmy #IndianArmyDay2022 pic.twitter.com/lKyg8WZw7b — Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) January 15, 2022 × On Army Day, I salute all our courageous and dedicated soldiers and their families for their brave and selfless services to the Nation. We are indeed proud of them. Heartiest Army Day greetings — Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) January 15, 2022 × On #ArmyDay, salute the courage and commitment of the Indian Army. The nation is grateful to them and their families for their service and sacrifice. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) January 15, 2022 ×

PM Narendra Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind laud Indian Army's contributions towards national safety

<p>India will be celebrating January 16 as "National Start-up day", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. While addressing start-ups across the country, he said, "To make the culture of start-ups reach the far-flung parts of the country, it has been decided to celebrate January 16 as "National Start-up Day."</p>

<p>In his interaction, he called for innovating 'for India and from India' to scale new milestones. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The interaction was held as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. PM Modi interacted with over 150 startups via video conferencing under "Celebrating Innovation Ecosystem" section of the event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our startups are changing the rules of the game. I believe that startups are going to be the backbone of New India. Let us innovate for India, innovate from India," the PM said.</p>

<p>He further highlighted that India has more than 60,000 startups with 42 unicorns. He also shared the steps taken by the government to free entrepreneurs and innovation from bureaucratic silos.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"India's ranking on the Global Innovation Index is improving because of the programme on innovation started in the country. India was ranked 81 in 2015 and now it is at No. 46," the PM said.</p>

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India will be celebrating January 16 as "National Start-up day", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. While addressing start-ups across the country, he said, "To make the culture of start-ups reach the far-flung parts of the country, it has been decided to celebrate January 16 as "National Start-up Day.

India will be celebrating January 16 as "National Start-up day", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. While addressing start-ups across the country, he said, "To make the culture of start-ups reach the far-flung parts of the country, it has been decided to celebrate January 16 as "National Start-up Day." In his interaction, he called for innovating 'for India and from India' to scale new milestones. The interaction was held as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. PM Modi interacted with over 150 startups via video conferencing under "Celebrating Innovation Ecosystem" section of the event. "Our startups are changing the rules of the game. I believe that startups are going to be the backbone of New India. Let us innovate for India, innovate from India," the PM said. He further highlighted that India has more than 60,000 startups with 42 unicorns. He also shared the steps taken by the government to free entrepreneurs and innovation from bureaucratic silos. "India's ranking on the Global Innovation Index is improving because of the programme on innovation started in the country. India was ranked 81 in 2015 and now it is at No. 46," the PM said. (With inputs from agencies)

To promote culture of start-ups, January 16 to be celebrated as 'National Start-up Day,' says PM Modi

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<p>With a better party structure, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is now eyeing Uttar Pradesh (UP) in the upcoming assembly elections. States like UP, Uttarakhand and Punjab are on the top agenda for the party. The results in these states will determine if AAP can expand its leadership umbrella beyond Delhi and achieve ‘national party’ status.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When AAP's President, Arvind Kejriwal announced that his party would contest the UP elections in 2022, he highlighted how the state has been drowned in corruption. He spoke about how the state leaders are hampering the state’s development. With this, Kejriwal also spoke about the very known Delhi model and how it garnered success - a way by which Kejriwal plans on winning the seat in UP.</p>

<p>“If government hospitals in Delhi can improve, people here can get free electricity 24*7, why can’t the same happen in UP?" he said during his speech.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Even after the party has become visible on the political circuit under Sanjay Singh (face of the UP poll campaign), there are multiple challenges that it can encounter.</p>

<p><strong>Delhi’s model of governance is not sufficient</strong></p>

<p>AAP's performance in many other states like Haryana and Maharashtra has already shown that their Delhi model is not enough to expand as a national party. Earlier n 2019, the party got fewer votes than those cast in favour of NOTA. According to the Election Commission, most candidates of the party secured less than 1,000 votes in the two states.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>A battle against the very well established BSP and SP</strong></p>

<p>In Delhi, AAP was fighting primarily against one opposition party, which is, the Bhartiya Janta Party. This is where it managed to gather support from different religious communities, including Muslims, Sikhs and Dalits.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-assembly-elections-2022-kejriwal-a-political-tourist-his-punjab-model-a-copycat-one-sidhu-444179"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;India Assembly elections 2022 | Kejriwal a political tourist, his ‘Punjab Model’ a copycat one: Sidhu</strong></a></p>

<p>However, in its fight in UP, Kejriwal-led AAP will have to battle against Mayawati’s Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) and the Samajwadi Party (SP). While BSP retains its support among the Dalits, SP is still known for the support it has garnered from the Muslim and Yadav community.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Leadership still remains an issue&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>AAP was born out of India Against Corruption campaign led by social activist Anna Hazare. After the party was elected in the 2013 assembly election in Delhi, it gave up power after just 49 days of running the government as it wanted to contest all the Lok Sabha seats during the 2014 general elections. This raised a lot of questions on the party president Kejriwal.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Will SP-AAP alliance remain an option?</strong></p>

<p>Earlier last month there were speculations of an AAP and SP alliance, following a meet up between SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and Sanjay Singh. A report by The Print suggests that senior members of both parties met multiple times to discuss the seat-sharing plans. However, they could not reach a consensus.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The idea of an alliance is not working. We will contest in all 403 seats on our own now,” Sanjay Singh was quoted in a report by The Print.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Top leaders of both parties have not yet revealed the reason behind the talks not working out. However, a senior SP leader on the condition of anonymity said that SP, during the talks realised that they were not gaining anything as AAP does not have a specific support base in the state.</p>


With a better party structure, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is now eyeing Uttar Pradesh (UP) in the upcoming assembly elections. States like UP, Uttarakhand and Punjab are on the top agenda for the party.

With a better party structure, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is now eyeing Uttar Pradesh (UP) in the upcoming assembly elections. States like UP, Uttarakhand and Punjab are on the top agenda for the party. The results in these states will determine if AAP can expand its leadership umbrella beyond Delhi and achieve ‘national party’ status. When AAP's President, Arvind Kejriwal announced that his party would contest the UP elections in 2022, he highlighted how the state has been drowned in corruption. He spoke about how the state leaders are hampering the state’s development. With this, Kejriwal also spoke about the very known Delhi model and how it garnered success - a way by which Kejriwal plans on winning the seat in UP. “If government hospitals in Delhi can improve, people here can get free electricity 24*7, why can’t the same happen in UP?" he said during his speech. Even after the party has become visible on the political circuit under Sanjay Singh (face of the UP poll campaign), there are multiple challenges that it can encounter. Delhi’s model of governance is not sufficient AAP's performance in many other states like Haryana and Maharashtra has already shown that their Delhi model is not enough to expand as a national party. Earlier n 2019, the party got fewer votes than those cast in favour of NOTA. According to the Election Commission, most candidates of the party secured less than 1,000 votes in the two states. A battle against the very well established BSP and SP In Delhi, AAP was fighting primarily against one opposition party, which is, the Bhartiya Janta Party. This is where it managed to gather support from different religious communities, including Muslims, Sikhs and Dalits. Also read | India Assembly elections 2022 | Kejriwal a political tourist, his ‘Punjab Model’ a copycat one: Sidhu However, in its fight in UP, Kejriwal-led AAP will have to battle against Mayawati’s Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) and the Samajwadi Party (SP). While BSP retains its support among the Dalits, SP is still known for the support it has garnered from the Muslim and Yadav community. Leadership still remains an issue AAP was born out of India Against Corruption campaign led by social activist Anna Hazare. After the party was elected in the 2013 assembly election in Delhi, it gave up power after just 49 days of running the government as it wanted to contest all the Lok Sabha seats during the 2014 general elections. This raised a lot of questions on the party president Kejriwal. Will SP-AAP alliance remain an option? Earlier last month there were speculations of an AAP and SP alliance, following a meet up between SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and Sanjay Singh. A report by The Print suggests that senior members of both parties met multiple times to discuss the seat-sharing plans. However, they could not reach a consensus. “The idea of an alliance is not working. We will contest in all 403 seats on our own now,” Sanjay Singh was quoted in a report by The Print. Top leaders of both parties have not yet revealed the reason behind the talks not working out. However, a senior SP leader on the condition of anonymity said that SP, during the talks realised that they were not gaining anything as AAP does not have a specific support base in the state.

As AAP gazes 2022 assembly polls in UP, here are a few obstacles that the Kejriwal-led party can face

<p>India reported 2,68,833 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours along with&nbsp;</p>

<p>The number of COVID-19 cases has risen by 4,631 since Friday.</p>

<p>There were&nbsp;402 coronavirus&nbsp;fatalities in 24 hours with the total death toll rising to 4,85,752, the ministry added.&nbsp;India had reported 2,64,202 coronavirus cases on Friday.</p>

<p>There were 6,041 Omicron cases reported on Friday, the health ministry said.&nbsp;The number of active COVID-19 cases have increased to 14,17,820 which is the the highest in around 223 days and comprise 3.85 per cent of the total infections, the health ministry said.</p>

<p>The national COVID-19 recovery rate has decreased to 94.83 per cent, the ministry added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/omicrons-sub-lineage-replaces-delta-becomes-dominant-strain-in-most-indian-states-443716">Also Read:&nbsp;Omicron's sub-lineage replaces Delta, becomes dominant strain in most Indian states</a></p>

<p>India's western state of Maharashtra which has been hit the hardest due to the virus recorded &nbsp;43,211 new coronavirus cases along with 19 deaths on Friday. The number of active cases in the state has now risen to 2,61,658.</p>

<p>The state health department said 238 people were detected with the Omicron variant with the total number of new variant cases rising to 1605.</p>

<p>India's southern state of Kerala recorded 16,338 COVID-19 cases with 20 deaths in the last 24 hours. The number of active cases has risen to 76,819. The death toll in the state due to the virus has reached 50,000.</p>

<p>Karnataka reported 28,723 new COVID-19 cases along with 14 deaths with the number of active cases rising to 1,41,337.</p>

<p>India's eastern state of West Bengal reported 22,645 and 28 deaths on Friday with the number of active cases rising to 1,45,483.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)<br />
&nbsp;</p>


India reported 2,68,833 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours along with The number of COVID-19 cases has risen by 4,631 since Friday. There were 402 coronavirus fatalities in 24 hours with the total death toll rising to 4,85,752, the ministry added.

India reported 2,68,833 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours along with The number of COVID-19 cases has risen by 4,631 since Friday. There were 402 coronavirus fatalities in 24 hours with the total death toll rising to 4,85,752, the ministry added. India had reported 2,64,202 coronavirus cases on Friday. There were 6,041 Omicron cases reported on Friday, the health ministry said. The number of active COVID-19 cases have increased to 14,17,820 which is the the highest in around 223 days and comprise 3.85 per cent of the total infections, the health ministry said. The national COVID-19 recovery rate has decreased to 94.83 per cent, the ministry added. Also Read: Omicron's sub-lineage replaces Delta, becomes dominant strain in most Indian states India's western state of Maharashtra which has been hit the hardest due to the virus recorded 43,211 new coronavirus cases along with 19 deaths on Friday. The number of active cases in the state has now risen to 2,61,658. The state health department said 238 people were detected with the Omicron variant with the total number of new variant cases rising to 1605. India's southern state of Kerala recorded 16,338 COVID-19 cases with 20 deaths in the last 24 hours. The number of active cases has risen to 76,819. The death toll in the state due to the virus has reached 50,000. Karnataka reported 28,723 new COVID-19 cases along with 14 deaths with the number of active cases rising to 1,41,337. India's eastern state of West Bengal reported 22,645 and 28 deaths on Friday with the number of active cases rising to 1,45,483. (With inputs from Agencies)

Active COVID-19 cases increase; 402 deaths reported in 24 hours in India

<p>No high-level political representation from India is expected during the winter Olympics that will happen in China from February&nbsp;4&nbsp;to 20.</p>

<p>India&nbsp;has previously made it clear that it will not be joining calls to boycott the Olympics in the neighboring country.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/china-worried-about-covid-19-spoiling-beijing-winter-olympics-2022-436260">Also read |&nbsp;China worried about COVID-19 spoiling Beijing Winter Olympics 2022</a></strong></p>

<p>The joint statement after the Russia-India-China foreign ministers virtual meet last year hosted by New Delhi said, "the Ministers expressed their support to China to host Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games."</p>

<p>Arif khan is the only entry from India in terms of athletes during this year's winter Olympics. He will represent India at the Slalom event (alpine skiing) and belongs to the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Harjinder Singh has been appointed as Chef De Mission of the Indian contingent for the upcoming sporting event.&nbsp;He had also led the Indian contingent in the 2018 winter Olympics in South Korea.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/most-countries-wont-join-diplomatic-boycott-of-beijing-winter-olympics-says-ioc-president-thomas-bach-437195">Also read |&nbsp;Most countries won't join diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics, says IOC President Thomas Bach</a></strong></p>

<p>The Indian stance comes even as the border row with China continues. The last two&nbsp;years have seen the Chinese build-up an&nbsp;aggressive action at the Line of Actual Control with India in Eastern Ladakh. In 2020, India lost 20 of its soldiers due to the Chinese army's actions in Galwan valley. China has said that it lost four&nbsp;of its soldiers.</p>

<p>It is not necessary to send high-level political representation, but China's allies and partners would like to show support amid the west's call for a diplomatic boycott.</p>

<p>For President Xi Jinping, the games provide an occasion to show normalcy in the country after 2 years of the covid pandemic. The first case of covid was reported in China's Wuhan in December 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p>US, Canada, the UK, Australia have announced that they will diplomatically boycott Winter Olympics being hosted by China over Beijing's alleged role in human rights violations in Xinjiang.&nbsp;This means, that while athletes of these countries will take part in competitions, there will no representation by officials or diplomats at the games.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Western govt has accused China has been systematically conducting human rights violations and even genocide against minority Muslim Uighurs in the country's northwest Xinjiang, something that the Chinese government consistently denies.</p>

<p>Two of China's close allies, Russia and Pakistan will be represented at one of the highest political levels. Russian President Putin, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan will be in the country during the inauguration of the Winter Olympics&nbsp;on February 4.</p>

<p>On February 4, that is the day of the inauguration, President Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the summit level.&nbsp;PM Imran Khan will be in China for three&nbsp;days starting February 3.</p>


No high-level political representation from India is expected during the winter Olympics that will happen in China from February 4 to 20. India has previously made it clear that it will not be joining calls to boycott the Olympics in the neighboring country.

No high-level political representation from India is expected during the winter Olympics that will happen in China from February 4 to 20. India has previously made it clear that it will not be joining calls to boycott the Olympics in the neighboring country. Also read | China worried about COVID-19 spoiling Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 The joint statement after the Russia-India-China foreign ministers virtual meet last year hosted by New Delhi said, "the Ministers expressed their support to China to host Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games." Arif khan is the only entry from India in terms of athletes during this year's winter Olympics. He will represent India at the Slalom event (alpine skiing) and belongs to the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Meanwhile, Harjinder Singh has been appointed as Chef De Mission of the Indian contingent for the upcoming sporting event. He had also led the Indian contingent in the 2018 winter Olympics in South Korea. Also read | Most countries won't join diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics, says IOC President Thomas Bach The Indian stance comes even as the border row with China continues. The last two years have seen the Chinese build-up an aggressive action at the Line of Actual Control with India in Eastern Ladakh. In 2020, India lost 20 of its soldiers due to the Chinese army's actions in Galwan valley. China has said that it lost four of its soldiers. It is not necessary to send high-level political representation, but China's allies and partners would like to show support amid the west's call for a diplomatic boycott. For President Xi Jinping, the games provide an occasion to show normalcy in the country after 2 years of the covid pandemic. The first case of covid was reported in China's Wuhan in December 2019. US, Canada, the UK, Australia have announced that they will diplomatically boycott Winter Olympics being hosted by China over Beijing's alleged role in human rights violations in Xinjiang. This means, that while athletes of these countries will take part in competitions, there will no representation by officials or diplomats at the games. Western govt has accused China has been systematically conducting human rights violations and even genocide against minority Muslim Uighurs in the country's northwest Xinjiang, something that the Chinese government consistently denies. Two of China's close allies, Russia and Pakistan will be represented at one of the highest political levels. Russian President Putin, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan will be in the country during the inauguration of the Winter Olympics on February 4. On February 4, that is the day of the inauguration, President Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the summit level. PM Imran Khan will be in China for three days starting February 3.

Beijing Winter Olympics: No boycott, but no high-level political representation from India

A month after the tragic crash, which killed 14 people, including India's Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, the Indian Air Force court of inquiry has ruled out any technical snag or sabotage, pinning the prime cause of the event on bad weather.

General Bipin Rawat helicopter crash: IAF court of inquiry rules out any technical snag or sabotage

Virat Kohli has stepped down as India's Test captain. Kohli took to Twitter to announce his decision.

Virat Kohli resigns as India's Test captain

Army Day: 10 things to know about India's elite fighting force

<p>In its first reaction after the announcement of the construction of a road in Lipulekh led to an outrage among the polity in Nepal, Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Saturday said the position of the Government of India on the India-Nepal boundary is known and has been conveyed to the Nepali Government.</p>

<p>The outrage began after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an election rally in the Haldwani area of Uttarakhand on December 30, had announced that his government has extended a road to Lipulekh and further expansion work is going on.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/indian-pms-announcement-to-build-road-in-lipulekh-provokes-outrage-in-nepal-444400" hreflang="en">Modi's announcement to build road in Lipulekh provokes outrage in Nepal</a></strong></p>

<p>The Indian Embassy issued a statement on the ongoing high political activity in Kathmandu, with ruling and opposition leaders urging the Nepal government to take a more forceful stance on the latest development along the border with India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The Government of India’s position on the India-Nepal boundary is well known, consistent, and unambiguous. It has been communicated to the Government of Nepal,” the statement said.</p>

<p>Nepal has called the construction of the road by India as a “unilateral” action.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“It is our view that the established inter-governmental mechanisms and channels are most appropriate for communication and dialogue. Mutually agreed boundary issues that are outstanding can always be addressed in the spirit of our close and friendly bilateral relations,” the embassy added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |</strong>&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/former-nepal-pm-oli-says-will-take-back-kalapani-limpiyadhura-and-lipulekh-territories-from-india-432435">Former Nepal PM Oli says ‘will take back’ Kalapani, Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh territories from India</a></strong></p>

<p>Lipulekh, which lies at the tri-junction between India’s northern Uttarakhand state, China and Nepal, is claimed by Kathmandu.</p>

<p>Earlier, the ruling Nepali Congress issued a statement and demanded India to immediately withdraw its troops stationed in the Kalapani region and amicably resolve the border row through high-level diplomatic negotiation based on historical facts and evidence.</p>

<p>"Nepali Congress is clear that Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani are Nepalese territories. The issue of the road construction in Lipulekh against the agreement reached at the Nepal-India Joint Commission to resolve all bilateral issues through diplomatic negotiations is objectionable and this must be stopped immediately,” the statement said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Major political parties in Nepal have issued statements objecting to India’s expansion of roads in Lipulekh.</p>

<p>Calls are now growing from within the ruling alliance, from Deuba’s Nepali Congress and his coalition partners, to speak up and lodge a protest with India on Modi’s recent statement.</p>


In its first reaction after the announcement of the construction of a road in Lipulekh led to an outrage among the polity in Nepal, Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Saturday said the position of the Government of India on the India-Nepal boundary is known and has been conveyed to the Nepali Government.

In its first reaction after the announcement of the construction of a road in Lipulekh led to an outrage among the polity in Nepal, Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Saturday said the position of the Government of India on the India-Nepal boundary is known and has been conveyed to the Nepali Government. The outrage began after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an election rally in the Haldwani area of Uttarakhand on December 30, had announced that his government has extended a road to Lipulekh and further expansion work is going on. Also read | Modi's announcement to build road in Lipulekh provokes outrage in Nepal The Indian Embassy issued a statement on the ongoing high political activity in Kathmandu, with ruling and opposition leaders urging the Nepal government to take a more forceful stance on the latest development along the border with India. “The Government of India’s position on the India-Nepal boundary is well known, consistent, and unambiguous. It has been communicated to the Government of Nepal,” the statement said. Nepal has called the construction of the road by India as a “unilateral” action. “It is our view that the established inter-governmental mechanisms and channels are most appropriate for communication and dialogue. Mutually agreed boundary issues that are outstanding can always be addressed in the spirit of our close and friendly bilateral relations,” the embassy added. Also read | Former Nepal PM Oli says ‘will take back’ Kalapani, Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh territories from India Lipulekh, which lies at the tri-junction between India’s northern Uttarakhand state, China and Nepal, is claimed by Kathmandu. Earlier, the ruling Nepali Congress issued a statement and demanded India to immediately withdraw its troops stationed in the Kalapani region and amicably resolve the border row through high-level diplomatic negotiation based on historical facts and evidence. "Nepali Congress is clear that Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani are Nepalese territories. The issue of the road construction in Lipulekh against the agreement reached at the Nepal-India Joint Commission to resolve all bilateral issues through diplomatic negotiations is objectionable and this must be stopped immediately,” the statement said. Major political parties in Nepal have issued statements objecting to India’s expansion of roads in Lipulekh. Calls are now growing from within the ruling alliance, from Deuba’s Nepali Congress and his coalition partners, to speak up and lodge a protest with India on Modi’s recent statement.

Indian embassy calls for dialogue with Nepal on Lipulekh boundary issue

<p>India might start the Republic Day celebrations every year from January 23 instead of January 24 in order to include the birth anniversary of the country's freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose, news agency PTI reported citing government sources.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The sources have said that the latest reports are is in line with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi government's focus on commemorating important aspects of our history and culture.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India celebrates January 26 as Republic Day, which is a national holiday in the country. The nation marks the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect on January 26 in 1950.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When it replaced the Government of India Act (1935) as the governing document of India. The nation was turned into a newly formed republic.</p>

<p>Earlier, the government had started the celebration of the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose as Parakram Divas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Other important days that have become a yearly affair are Partition Horrors Remembrance Day (August 14), National Unity Day (October 31), Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas (November 15), Constitution Day (November 26), Veer Baal Diwas (December 26).</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India might start the Republic Day celebrations every year from January 23 instead of January 24 in order to include the birth anniversary of the country's freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose, news agency PTI reported citing government sources.

India might start the Republic Day celebrations every year from January 23 instead of January 24 in order to include the birth anniversary of the country's freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose, news agency PTI reported citing government sources. The sources have said that the latest reports are is in line with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi government's focus on commemorating important aspects of our history and culture. India celebrates January 26 as Republic Day, which is a national holiday in the country. The nation marks the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect on January 26 in 1950. When it replaced the Government of India Act (1935) as the governing document of India. The nation was turned into a newly formed republic. Earlier, the government had started the celebration of the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose as Parakram Divas. Other important days that have become a yearly affair are Partition Horrors Remembrance Day (August 14), National Unity Day (October 31), Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas (November 15), Constitution Day (November 26), Veer Baal Diwas (December 26). (With inputs from agencies)

India to begin Republic Day celebrations from Subhas Chandra Bose birth anniversary on January 23: Reports

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<p>The Indian Air Force (IAF) said on Friday that&nbsp;Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat's chopper had crashed due to "unexpected change in weather conditions" leading to "spatial disorientation of the pilot".</p>

<p>India's CDS was aboard the Mi-17 V5 helicopter when it crashed near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu. Thirteen people died in the crash including General Rawat's wife Madhulika.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/gen-rawat-copter-crash-probe-committee-rules-out-foul-play-says-weather-change-disoriented-pilot-444773">Also Read:&nbsp;General Rawat copter crash: Probe committee says weather change disoriented pilot</a></p>

<p>"The accident was a result of entry into clouds due to unexpected change in weather conditions in the valley. This led to spatial disorientation of the pilot resulting in Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT)," the IAF said.</p>

<p><strong>What is Controlled Flight into Terrain?</strong></p>

<p>Controlled Flight into Terrain(CFIT) is defined as unintentional collision with the terrain by an aircraft as it hits the ground, mountain,&nbsp;waterbody or an obstacle while it is in flight.</p>

<p>CFIT scenario occurs when the pilot is in control of an airworthy aircraft however the crash occurs since the pilot is unaware of the danger until it is too late. In most cases, CFIT accidents take place during the landing phase. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>The weather, turbulence and snow on the runway are contributing factors towards CFIT. According to&nbsp;International Air Transport Association (IATA), CFIT is not the most frequent of accident categories. However, it leads to a substantial number of fatalities.</p>

<p><strong>What are the measures taken to prevent CFIT?</strong></p>

<p>According to&nbsp;IATA, Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) was&nbsp;introduced in the 1970s to provide&nbsp;warnings to pilots when the aircraft is in potentially hazardous terrain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A new technology called Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGWPS)&nbsp;also known as Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) was introduced to help pilots. It combined worldwide digital terrain database with an accurate navigation system using the Global Positioning System (GPS).</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


The Indian Air Force (IAF) said on Friday that Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat's chopper had crashed due to "unexpected change in weather conditions" leading to "spatial disorientation of the pilot".

The Indian Air Force (IAF) said on Friday that Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat's chopper had crashed due to "unexpected change in weather conditions" leading to "spatial disorientation of the pilot". India's CDS was aboard the Mi-17 V5 helicopter when it crashed near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu. Thirteen people died in the crash including General Rawat's wife Madhulika. Also Read: General Rawat copter crash: Probe committee says weather change disoriented pilot "The accident was a result of entry into clouds due to unexpected change in weather conditions in the valley. This led to spatial disorientation of the pilot resulting in Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT)," the IAF said. What is Controlled Flight into Terrain? Controlled Flight into Terrain(CFIT) is defined as unintentional collision with the terrain by an aircraft as it hits the ground, mountain, waterbody or an obstacle while it is in flight. CFIT scenario occurs when the pilot is in control of an airworthy aircraft however the crash occurs since the pilot is unaware of the danger until it is too late. In most cases, CFIT accidents take place during the landing phase. The weather, turbulence and snow on the runway are contributing factors towards CFIT. According to International Air Transport Association (IATA), CFIT is not the most frequent of accident categories. However, it leads to a substantial number of fatalities. What are the measures taken to prevent CFIT? According to IATA, Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) was introduced in the 1970s to provide warnings to pilots when the aircraft is in potentially hazardous terrain. A new technology called Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGWPS) also known as Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) was introduced to help pilots. It combined worldwide digital terrain database with an accurate navigation system using the Global Positioning System (GPS). (With inputs from Agencies)

General Bipin Rawat copter crash: What is Controlled Flight into Terrain?

India is currently witnessing a record surge in COVID-19 infections fueled by the fast-spreading omicron variant. With an upward move in cases every day, the country is under the grip of an aggressive third wave.

India reports over 200,000 cases for 3 consecutive days due to the Omicron variant

<p>The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced weekend&nbsp;lockdown&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;Union territory starting today. In the last 24 hours, 2,456 COVID-19 cases were registered across the Union Territory.</p>

<p>The Kashmir division recorded&nbsp;1,522 positive coronavirus cases while the Jammu division reported 934 cases.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government records reveal that&nbsp;the total number of active cases in Jammu and Kashmir stands at 10,003. The Kashmir division has 5,201 and 4,802 are from Jammu division.</p>

<p>The administration sprang into action and issued a notice today calling for a weekend&nbsp;lockdown. The government vehicles made&nbsp;announcements across every district asking people to adhere to the lockdown and follow COVID-19&nbsp;protocols.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''The main reason for the lockdown is always that the problem should not aggravate, if we are at 10 at the moment it should not go to 15, we should be able to control it. Lockdown and COVID-19&nbsp;protocol is the only way to prevent&nbsp;any major spread,"&nbsp;said Hanief Balki,&nbsp;ADC, Srinagar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"All shops are closed and transporters didn't&nbsp;know but they are also now getting to know that it's a lockdown as we keep announcing. All that is being done is that the locals should not face any major issues. All essential commodities have been kept available and open,'' he added.</p>

<p>The OPD services and elective surgeries in major hospitals have been put on hold as more than 200 doctors and paramedical staff have tested positive across the Union Territory. SKIMS Medical College recently issued an order which stated ''All the OPD services/ elective surgeries in the hospital are hereby being temporarily put on hold in the larger public interest till further orders.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government has also given orders to establish Triage centres&nbsp;in every district and designated special beds for pregnant ladies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Cluster University in Srinagar has also deferred exams that were to be held next week. The notification by the university read ''this is notified for the information of concerned that all the examinations of Cluster University Srinagar scheduled from 17th of January 2022 have been deferred till further orders.”</p>


The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced weekend lockdown across the Union territory starting today. In the last 24 hours, 2,456 COVID-19 cases were registered across the Union Territory.

The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced weekend lockdown across the Union territory starting today. In the last 24 hours, 2,456 COVID-19 cases were registered across the Union Territory. The Kashmir division recorded 1,522 positive coronavirus cases while the Jammu division reported 934 cases. The government records reveal that the total number of active cases in Jammu and Kashmir stands at 10,003. The Kashmir division has 5,201 and 4,802 are from Jammu division. The administration sprang into action and issued a notice today calling for a weekend lockdown. The government vehicles made announcements across every district asking people to adhere to the lockdown and follow COVID-19 protocols. ''The main reason for the lockdown is always that the problem should not aggravate, if we are at 10 at the moment it should not go to 15, we should be able to control it. Lockdown and COVID-19 protocol is the only way to prevent any major spread," said Hanief Balki, ADC, Srinagar. "All shops are closed and transporters didn't know but they are also now getting to know that it's a lockdown as we keep announcing. All that is being done is that the locals should not face any major issues. All essential commodities have been kept available and open,'' he added. The OPD services and elective surgeries in major hospitals have been put on hold as more than 200 doctors and paramedical staff have tested positive across the Union Territory. SKIMS Medical College recently issued an order which stated ''All the OPD services/ elective surgeries in the hospital are hereby being temporarily put on hold in the larger public interest till further orders.” The government has also given orders to establish Triage centres in every district and designated special beds for pregnant ladies. The Cluster University in Srinagar has also deferred exams that were to be held next week. The notification by the university read ''this is notified for the information of concerned that all the examinations of Cluster University Srinagar scheduled from 17th of January 2022 have been deferred till further orders.”

J&K government announces weekend lockdown; all exams postponed

The Indian Army honours its brave soldiers on January 15 and also gives gallantry awards and Sena medals. It was on this day that Field Marshal KM Cariappa took over command of the Army in 1949. Field Marshal KM Cariappa took over command from General Sir Francis Butcher who was the last British commander-in-chief of India. The Indian Army is one of the largest in the world with seven commands. The Indian Army has fought in every conflict since 1947. Indian Army soldiers had also fought in World War-I and World War-II.

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