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INS Sudarshini sets sail on ‘Lokayan 26’, showcasing India’s maritime heritage

Kochi, Jan 21 (UNI) The Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini embarked on a historic global voyage with the flag-off of ‘Lokayan 26’, a ten-month-long transoceanic sailing expedition, from the Southern Naval Command in Kochi.
The landmark voyage underscores India’s rich seafaring heritage and reflects the Indian Navy’s commitment to professional training, maritime excellence and global engagement.
Conceived in the spirit of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” and guided by the vision of MAHASAGAR, Lokayan 26 aims to build enduring bonds of cooperation, trust and friendship across oceans and continents. The expedition is seen as a strong symbol of India’s growing role and responsibility in global maritime affairs.
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Karnataka leadership tussle: Anjaneya backs Satish Jarkiholi as next CM

11 Feb 2026 | 9:34 AM

Chitradurga, Feb 11 (UNI) Former Karnataka minister H Anjaneya urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to project Public Works Department Minister Satish Jarkiholi as the next chief ministerial face, fueling speculation over a possible leadership change in the state.

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Karnataka leadership tussle: Anjaneya backs Satish Jarkiholi as next CM

11 Feb 2026 | 9:34 AM

Chitradurga, Feb 11 (UNI) Former Karnataka minister H Anjaneya urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to project Public Works Department Minister Satish Jarkiholi as the next chief ministerial face, fueling speculation over a possible leadership change in the state.

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Congress leader’s ‘Dhurandhar’ gun video under police investigation

11 Feb 2026 | 9:34 AM

Kalaburagi, Feb 11 (UNI) A video showing Congress leader Matheen Patel holding what appeared to be firearms and dancing at a family function in Karnataka’s Kalaburagi district has sparked criticism on social media and prompted a police inquiry.

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CPI(M) leader alleges RSS agenda to dismantle Left in Kerala

11 Feb 2026 | 9:28 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 11 (UNI) Communist Party of India (Marxist) General Secretary M.A. Baby has alleged that recent statements by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and union Home Minister Amit Shah about defeating the Left Government in Kerala are part of a nationwide plan by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to weaken the Communist movement in the state.

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Telangana: Polling begins for municipal elections amid tight security

11 Feb 2026 | 8:53 AM

Hyderabad, Feb 11 (UNI) Voting for the municipalities and municipal corporations elections began on Wednesday morning across Telangana amid tight security arrangements.

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