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Army move in ‘phased battle array’ formation for the first time: What it means

The Indian Army for the first time showcased its capabilities in a 'phased Battle Array Format' at Kartavya Path on January 26, 2026, during the Republic Day parade. This tactical display, inspired by Operation Sindoor, presented military assets in their...

• • Indian Army displayed 'phased Battle Array Format' on Jan 26, 2026.
• • Display at Kartavya Path was first time public saw assets in combat sequence.
• • Tactical display recreated battle inspired by Operation Sindoor.
• • Featured 61 Cavalry, T-90, Arjun tanks, Brahmos, Akash, Barak 8 missiles.
• • Included ALH Dhruv helicopters, UGVs, ATVs, and drone capabilities.

Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 trains: ICF to manufacture two rakes by FY26 end – what’s new

The Ministry of Railways is preparing to launch Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 trainsets, with the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) planning to manufacture two rakes by the end of FY 2025-26. These upgraded trains, building on the 2023 introduction, are designed...

• • Ministry of Railways to roll out Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 trainsets.
• • ICF plans to manufacture two rakes of Amrit Bharat 3.0 by FY 2025-26 end.
• • Amrit Bharat trains were first introduced in 2023.
• • Amrit Bharat 3.0 will feature a mix of AC and non-AC coaches.
• • The trains are designed for affordable travel for lower and lower-middle income passengers.

Vande Bharat Sleeper train: ICF to manufacture 50 rakes of 24-car coaches

The Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai will manufacture 50 rakes of 24-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper trains, a significant expansion of India's semi-high-speed rail network. This development was confirmed at the 77th Republic Day celebrations, following the recent inauguration of...

• • ICF will manufacture 50 rakes of 24-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper trains.
• • The first Vande Bharat Sleeper train was inaugurated on January 17, with commercial operations starting January 22.
• • The train runs between Howrah and Kamakhya, featuring 16 coaches (11 Third AC, 4 Second AC, 1 First AC).
• • Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated these trains are for approximately 1,500 km overnight journeys.
• • ICF General Manager U Subba Rao confirmed the manufacturing plan at the 77th Republic Day celebrations.

Operation Sindoor struck at heart of enemy: J&K LG Manoj Sinha

Bank strike on 27 January 2026: These banks to remain closed on Tuesday | Here’s what customers can still access

Bank employee and officer unions (UFBU) have announced a nationwide strike on January 27, 2026, demanding the implementation of a 5-day work week, a commitment from a March 2024 wage revision settlement. This action, taken under the Industrial Disputes Act,...

• • United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) called a nationwide bank strike on January 27, 2026.
• • Demand is for implementing a 5-day work week, agreed upon in March 2024 wage settlement.
• • Strike notice served under the provisions of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.
• • Expected to disrupt services at major public sector banks like SBI, PNB, Bank of Baroda.
• • Conciliation meetings by the Chief Labour Commissioner failed to avert the strike.

Badrinath-Kedarnath may ban non-Hindus from entering temples. Not everyone’s on board

The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee president proposed banning non-Hindus from temple premises, a decision to be discussed at an upcoming board meeting. However, other board members deny prior discussion, citing concerns about local traders, labourers, and dignitaries, and highlighting the committee's...

• • Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee president Hemant Dwivedi proposed banning non-Hindus.
• • The Temple Committee is a government undertaking established under the 1948 Act of Uttar Pradesh.
• • Chairman and vice-chairman of the committee are nominated by the state government.
• • An unnamed office-bearer raised concerns about non-Hindu traders, labourers, and dignitaries.
• • Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists are not intended to be excluded from the proposed ban.