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Monday, January 5, 2026
TopicCulture ministry

Topic: Culture ministry

Before Rani of Jhansi, there was Rani Chennamma. Modi govt honouring her revolt 200 yrs ago

Rani Chennamma, who led an early revolt against the British, has long been a Karnataka icon. Now the Centre is celebrating 200 years of her resistance in the Battle of Kittur.

House panel cites art thief Subhash Kapoor to urge agencies to work in tandem against antique smuggling

Standing committee on transport, tourism and culture, chaired by V. Vijayasai Reddy of YSR Congress, made many recommendations on protecting Indian antiques in report tabled Monday.

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US military intervention in Venezuela — the 3 lessons to remember

The US military operation in Venezuela raises global concern. Experts say that Trump’s action could weaken global legal standards and fuel geopolitical instability.

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.