Tribute To Netaji
Prez Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and several other leaders paid rich tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 129th birth anniversary, observed as Parakram Diwas.

Vice President Honours Netaji
Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan participated in a commemorative programme honouring Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s 129th birth anniversary at the legendary freedom fighter’s birthplace in Cuttack.

PM Launches Multiple Projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and launched a series of major infrastructure, transport, social welfare and scientific initiatives, marking a significant development push for Kerala and the southern region.

‘Prakash Ganga’ Tableau
The Ministry of Power will present its grand tableau titled Prakash Ganga: Powering an Aatmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat at the Republic Day Parade this year. The tableau showcases India’s transformative journey in the power sector and its leadership in clean and sustainable energy.

India Highlights Food Growth
India will present a diverse agri-food ecosystem through 161 Exhibitors at Gulfood 2026, which is scheduled from the 26th of this month in Dubai. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry said that India’s participation in this food show will reinforce the country’s growing stature in the global agri-food trade.

Six-Day Visit To Odisha
President Droupadi Murmu will undertake a six-day visit to Odisha beginning February 2, during which she will launch a series of development projects in her native Mayurbhanj district, attend academic and cultural programmes, and interact with community groups.

Viksit Odisha
Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg, at a high-level virtual meeting, has urged district collectors to transform their jurisdictions into economic hubs, ensuring that each district contributes as an engine of growth for the State.

India-US Relations
US President Donald Trump administration is willing to sell Venezuelan oil to India under a new US-controlled framework. The move came after Caracas and Washington reached a deal this week to export up to 2 billion worth of Venezuelan crude, some 30-50 million barrels, to the United States.

Dense Fog Alert
Meteorological Centre Bhubaneswar has confirmed that while there is no major hazardous weather warnings, dense fog is expected to reduce visibility in several areas, prompting caution for commuters and transport services across Odisha.

Adam Ruled Out
Right-arm fast bowler Adam Milne has been ruled out of the ICC T20 World Cup with a torn left hamstring and will be replaced in the squad by Kyle Jamieson, New Zealand Cricket said.