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Italian Fashion Icon Valentino Garavani Passes Away at 93

Jan 20, 2026

Legendary Designer Valentino Garavani Dies at 93, Leaving Enduring Fashion Legacy

Renowned Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani passed away on January 19, 2026, at the age of 93, at his residence in Rome. His foundation confirmed that he died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Valentino’s death marks the close of a defining era in global haute couture and Italian fashion history.

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ECI to Host Global Election Conference IICDEM 2026, Showcasing Electoral Practices

Jan 20, 2026

ECI to Convene Global Summit on Democracy and Election Management in New Delhi

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to host the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026 in New Delhi from January 21 to 23, 2026. The conference will assemble election officials, policymakers, and academic experts from across the globe, aiming to showcase India's electoral expertise and promote international dialogue on strengthening democratic institutions.

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Lt K M Sudha Creates History as First from Northeast to Win NCC Gold

Jan 19, 2026

Lt K M Sudha Becomes First from Northeast to Win Gold at NCC Officers’ Training Event

Lieutenant K M Sudha has created history by becoming the first individual from India’s Northeast to win a gold medal at a prestigious National Cadet Corps (NCC) officers’ training event. Her achievement marks a significant milestone for the region’s representation in national-level defence training and leadership programmes.

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Chile Declares Emergency as Southern Wildfires Kill 15, Evacuate 50,000

Jan 19, 2026

Chile Declares State of Emergency as Deadly Wildfires Ravage Southern Regions

Chile has declared a state of emergency after intense wildfires tore through its southern regions, killing at least 15 people and forcing the evacuation of over 50,000 residents. Fanned by strong winds and extreme summer heat, the fires rank among the country’s deadliest in recent years, stretching emergency response systems and exposing climate-linked vulnerabilities.

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India Conducts First Safety Assessment of Hydrogen Compressor System Under National Hydrogen Mission

Jan 19, 2026

India Conducts First Comprehensive Safety Assessment of Hydrogen Compressor-Dispenser System

India has achieved a major milestone in clean energy safety with the country’s first comprehensive safety assessment of a hydrogen compressor–dispenser system, strengthening preparedness for large-scale hydrogen infrastructure. The assessment was conducted by CSIR–Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CSIR-CIMFR), reinforcing India’s technical readiness under the National Hydrogen Mission.

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