EU chief Ursula von der Leyens elegant wardrobe turns heads in Delhi
NEW DELHI, Jan 27: Its not just the presence of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in India that is making news, but the elegant wardrobe she chose for her public engagements in Delhi is also creating headlines. As a chief guest, the European Union (EU) leader attended the 77th Republic Day celebrations on Monday in a maroon and gold silk brocade bandhgala. On Tuesday, as India and the EU sealed a landmark free trade agreement billed as mother [] The post EU chief Ursula von der Leyens elegant wardrobe turns heads in Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Caste enumeration to be done in 2nd phase of Census 2027: Home Ministry
NEW DELHI, Jan 27 : The caste enumeration under Census 2027 will be carried out during the second phase of the population count that will begin in February 2027 across the country, except in snowbound regions non-synchronous areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, where it will take place in September, 2026, the home ministry clarified on Tuesday. Referring to a government statement issued earlier, the Ministry of Home Affairs said the complete information about Census 2027 has [] The post Caste enumeration to be done in 2nd phase of Census 2027: Home Ministry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI (UP), Jan 27: The government on Tuesday asserted that the new UGC regulations would not be misused and there would be no discrimination as students held protests claiming these could lead to chaos on campuses while a BJP Mahila Morcha office bearer in Uttar Pradesh resigned from her post saying she was hurt by the decision to implement the rules. In a letter addressed to the partys Firozabad district unit chief Uday Pratap Singh, Shashi Tomar said she [] The post Govt says new UGC regulations wont be discriminatory, misused; students hold protests, UP BJP leader resigns appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, EU clinch Mother of All Deals; unveil strategic agenda
Largest free trade agreement in history: PM NEW DELHI, Jan 27:India and the European Union today sealed a landmark free trade agreement billed as the mother of all deals to create a market of two billion people with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the top EU leadership unveiling a transformative five-year agenda to largely leverage trade and defence in protecting the rules-based world order. The two sides also inked two crucial pacts one on security and defence collaboration [] The post India, EU clinch Mother of All Deals; unveil strategic agenda appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt aims to make 3-nanometre chips by 2032; achieve self-reliance in 75 pc tech categories in 4 yrs
NEW DELHI, Jan 27: The government is aiming to make high-tech small chips of 3-nanometre nodes used in products like modern smartphones and computers by 2032, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday. The minister said the government will focus on six categories of chips compute, radio frequency (RF), networking, power, sensor, and memory under the second phase of Design-Linked Incentive Scheme that will allow companies in the country to have major control on developing 70-75 [] The post Govt aims to make 3-nanometre chips by 2032; achieve self-reliance in 75 pc tech categories in 4 yrs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Final stage of preparations for union Budget 2026-27 commences with Halwa ceremony
NEW DELHI, Jan 27: The Halwa ceremony, marking the final stage of the Budget preparation process for union Budget 2026-27, was held in the Budget Press at North Block today, when union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her deputy, Pankaj Chaudhary were present. The ceremony is a customary ritual in which traditional dessert halwa is prepared and served to officials and staff members of the Finance ministry who are involved in the preparation of the budget. The ceremony took place [] The post Final stage of preparations for union Budget 2026-27 commences with Halwa ceremony appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Small businesses to get collateral-freeloans up to 10 cr.
Delhi govt. signs MoU with CGTMSE; CM says deal a major boostfor small entrepreneurs and women-led start-ups; dedicated 50-crore fund set up
IIT Delhi releases Alumni Impact Report mapping contribution of 65,000 alumni
Two held from U.P. for attacking Delhi police head constable, snatching gun
Delivery Executive Assaulted At Pizza Outlet
Duo from Delhi held for chain snatching
Found 3 illegal borewells at Lalit hotel,sealed one of them, NDMC tells NGT
India blocks Chinas WTO request for dispute panel on auto, EV incentive schemes
India has blocked China's request at the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a dispute panel concerning New Delhi's incentive schemes for auto, battery, and electric vehicles. Beijing claims these measures are trade-restrictive and discriminatory, but India maintains there's an inaccurate understanding of the facts. The two nations failed to resolve the dispute through bilateral consultations.
Delhi launches collateral-free loan scheme for small entrepreneurs
WPL 2026: It Has Been A Roller-coaster, Says Gardner On Dramatic Final-over Win
Gujarat Giants: Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner described the dramatic final over as an emotional roller-coaster, admitting the tension ran sky-high as the contest went down to the wire in a three-run victory over Delhi Capitals at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. Bowling the penultimate over, Gardner went for 19 runs, leaving only nine for Sophie Devine to defend. Devine held her nerve in a dramatic final over to prevent Delhi Capitals from getting nine runs, sealing a thrilling three-run win for the Gujarat Giants, completing a season double. It has been a roller coaster. We have obviously entertained the fans at the venue and on TV. My right was going to the roof through that last over, said Gardner after the match. After posting 174/9, the Gujarat team was under immense pressure as the Delhi team prepared to enter the last over of the match with nine runs to win with Sneh Rana and Niki Prasad batting together. Gujarat Giants reached 174/9 with an excellent overall effort from Beth Mooney in what was overall a really composed innings of 58 from 46 balls. Anushka Sharma contributed 39 off 25 balls during the middle overs with some lovely, elegant-looking shots, as Tanuja Kanwar's contributions of an unbeaten 21 off just 11 balls late in the innings helped the Giants to compile a competitive total. Gardner felt the pitch continued to favour batters and said the Giants total was around par. However, she conceded her side allowed Delhi Capitals back into the contest after strong bowling until the 17th over. The wickets have got progressively better. Yesterday, 200 were almost chased down, and tonight it was almost chased down as well. Between 170 and 180 was par as well. We bowled well until the 17th over, then let them back in the game. The skipper stressed the need for simplicity in execution, highlighting Sophie Devines pivotal spell and her ability to vary pace, attack the stumps, and exploit a spinner-friendly surface. For our bowlers, we need to keep it simple. We need to keep the team in play as long as possible. Finding the right lengths for change are important. It was a spinner-friendly wicket, but Sophie was really pivotal throughout her spell, making changes in pace and keeping the stumps in play as well, she said. Gardner felt the pitch continued to favour batters and said the Giants total was around par. However, she conceded her side allowed Delhi Capitals back into the contest after strong bowling until the 17th over. The wickets have got progressively better. Yesterday, 200 were almost chased down, and tonight it was almost chased down as well. Between 170 and 180 was par as well. We bowled well until the 17th over, then let them back in the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Looking ahead, Gardner underlined the importance of consistency in tight matches and said the Giants must quickly shift focus to their next challenge against Mumbai, a side they have historically struggled against. We have been on the winning side and losing side as well during close games. We need to be consistent. We need to win that one game to be confident in the playoffs. We play again in a couple of times. We need to switch the focus to Mumbai; we don't have a great record against them. Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: Rodrigues Praises 'special' Fightback From Sneha-Prasad After Delhi's Close Loss
Jemimah Rodrigues: Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues praised the composure and courage shown by Sneh Rana and Niki Prasad in a tense finish, admitting it was a tough pill to swallow after falling just three runs short of the target against Gujarat Giants at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. Sophie Devine held her nerve in a dramatic final over to defend nine runs, sealing a thrilling three-run win for the Giants, completing a season double. A spirited seventh-wicket partnership of 70 runs between Rana (29 off 15) and Prasad (47 off 24) reignited hope, but Devines mastery at the death having earlier defended seven against the same opponents ensured Gujarat Giants closed out another nervy win. Firstly, the way Sneh Rana and Niki played, I have to give it to them. It was special. Such things happen, but it would have been nice had we finished on the right side of the finishing line, said Rodrigues after the match. Rodrigues said belief never faded in the Capitals camp as long as batters were at the crease, lauding Rana and Prasad for keeping the chase alive with their fearless approach. As long as we knew our batters were in, we had the hope, and we kept believing. They kept believing and kept us in the hunt. Niki played brilliantly. I think they were the ones who kept us going. We didnt win it today, but the way they played today was brilliant. Delhi's reply got off to a good start when Shafali Verma hit a boundary off the first ball and quickly reached 26 in 2.2 overs before Rajeshwari Gayakwad removed her in the first over. Laura Wolvaardt once again failed to accelerate, scoring 24 off 23 before Gayakwad brushed her off stump, while Lizelle Lee struggled with fluency and was caught for 11 off 20 balls. Jemimah Rodrigues managed 16 off 16 balls before being bowled by Devine, and the Capitals chase faltered further as Marizanne Kapp fell for a golden duck to Gardner. Chinelle Henry added only 9 off 11 balls, leaving Delhi in trouble. Reflecting on the defeat, the skipper felt Delhi paid the price for losing wickets in clusters and conceding extra runs at the death, despite a strong effort with the ball earlier in the innings. Jemimah Rodrigues managed 16 off 16 balls before being bowled by Devine, and the Capitals chase faltered further as Marizanne Kapp fell for a golden duck to Gardner. Chinelle Henry added only 9 off 11 balls, leaving Delhi in trouble. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi will play their last league game against UP Warriorz, which will be a virtual knockout on February 1. That game is going to be important. It will be important for us to regroup. We are still in the tournament, and we will keep fighting. Article Source: IANS
ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 to be held in Delhi on February 13-14
New Delhi hosts the Global Business Summit on February 13-14. The event examines a decade of disruption and its impact on global leadership, governance, and growth. Industry 5.0, economic shifts, and workforce transformation are key themes. India's role as host highlights its economic standing. The summit brings together global leaders and thinkers to discuss critical challenges and opportunities.
Two habitual chain snatchers traced to Delhi, gold recovered
Sophie Devine holds her nerve as Gujarat edge Delhi in thrilling WPL clash
Gujarat Giants secured a thrilling three-run victory over Delhi Capitals in the WPL 2026, with Sophie Devine defending nine runs in the final over. Beth Mooney's 58 and Anushka Sharma's 39 powered Gujarat's 174, a total Delhi narrowly missed despite late efforts from Sneh Rana and Niki Prasad.
Mamata Banerjee likely to visit Delhi over SIR; Bengal interim budget deferred
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is set to visit New Delhi to discuss alleged harassment during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise with MPs and Opposition leaders. This visit has led to the postponement of the state's interim budget, now scheduled for February 5, with the assembly session commencing on February 3.
Devine denies Delhi Capitals once again in final over
The win took Giants to second place on the points table and a big step toward the knockouts
WPL 2026: Sophie Devine's Magical Final Over Helps Gujarat Pip Delhi By Three Runs
Sophie Devine: Sophie Devine held her nerve in a dramatic final over to defend nine runs, sealing a thrilling three-run win for Gujarat Giants over Delhi Capitals and completing a season double against them in the 17th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Tuesday. Under severe pressure, Devine once again operated with precision under pressure, using the ball effectively and leading the Giants to second place on the points table with eight points. After posting 174/9, the Gujarat team was under immense pressure as the Delhi team prepared to enter the last over of the match with nine runs to win with Sneh Rana and Niki Prasad batting together. Devine held Delhi back for the first three balls in a very tight manner, allowing only 4 runs. He finished the over well, taking the crucial wicket of Sneh Rana with an excellent delivery. After that, Minnu Mani took a single for the fifth ball, leaving Prasad to face the sixth, requiring four runs for victory. Prasad attempted a high-energy swing to hit it out of the park, only to find Ashleigh Gardner out in the outer as the Giants celebrated their victory, as the Capitals fell agonisingly short of crossing the line. Before that, the Delhi Capitals had the choice to fill in. They chose to bowl, middling the Gujarat Giants' total to 174 for 9 with an excellent overall effort from Beth Mooney in what was overall a really composed innings of 58 from 46 balls. Anushka Sharma contributed 39 off 25 balls during the middle overs with some lovely, elegant-looking shots, as Tanuja Kanwar's contributions of an unbeaten 21 off just 11 balls late in the innings helped the Giants to compile a competitive total. N. Shree Charani, who finished with career-best WPL figures of 4 for 31, led Delhi's bowlers with a fierce spell. Minnu Mani took 1 for 23 in her three overs, Chinelle Henry took 2 for 38, and Nandani Sharma was economical with 1 for 26. Delhi's reply got off to a good start when Shafali Verma hit a boundary off the first ball and quickly reached 26 in 2.2 overs before Rajeshwari Gayakwad removed her in the first over. Laura Wolvaardt once again failed to accelerate, scoring 24 off 23 before Gayakwad brushed her off stump, while Lizelle Lee struggled with fluency and was caught for 11 off 20 balls. Jemimah Rodrigues managed 16 off 16 balls before being bowled by Devine, and the Capitals chase faltered further as Marizanne Kapp fell for a golden duck to Gardner. Chinelle Henry added only 9 off 11 balls, leaving Delhi in trouble. A spirited seventh-wicket stand between Rana (29 off 15) and Prasad (47 off 24) reignited hope, but Devines mastery at the death having earlier defended seven against the same opponents ensured Gujarat Giants closed out another nervy win. Jemimah Rodrigues managed 16 off 16 balls before being bowled by Devine, and the Capitals chase faltered further as Marizanne Kapp fell for a golden duck to Gardner. Chinelle Henry added only 9 off 11 balls, leaving Delhi in trouble. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarag Giants 174/9 in 20 overs (Beth Mooney 58, Anushka Sharma 39; Sree Charani 4-31, Chinelle Henry 2-38) beat Dekhi Capitals 171/8 in 20 overs (Niki Prasad 47, Sneh Rana 29; Sophie Devine 4-37, Rajeshwari Gayakwad 3-20) by three runs Article Source: IANS
IndiGo has launched India's first non-stop flights to Greece, connecting Mumbai and Delhi directly to Athens starting January 2026. Operating thrice weekly with Airbus A321XLR aircraft, these services significantly reduce travel time and eliminate layovers. This historic move opens up easier access for Indian travellers to explore Greece's rich history and stunning islands like Santorini and Crete.
MCD discards plans for Kamla Market revamp due to fund crunch
Case filed over alleged graft in Rs 500-crore Fortis trust
Woman Who Unleashed Dog On Staffer Convicted
Four-tier vigilance panels to tighten checks on ration distribution in city
6-yr-old girl sexually assaulted; two boys held, one absconding
Cops probe forged sale deed for South-Ex property
Assembly to engage over 100 fellows and associates to help with research work
Tribunal awards Rs 1cr to family of UP cop killed in 2024 accident
DMK delegation to meet Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi
According to sources in both parties, DMK Parliamentary Party leader Kanimozhi Karunanidhi is set to meet Mr. Gandhi to convey her party high-commands offer of seats for the Assembly election
WPL 2026: Beth Mooney's Fifty And Tanuja Kanwar's Late Blitz Lift Gujarat Giants To 174/9 Against DC
Beth Mooney: Beth Mooneys composed half-century and N. Shree Charanis timely strikes shaped an eventful first innings as Gujarat Giants posted a competitive 174 for 9 against Delhi Capitals in the 17th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026, at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Tuesday. Batting first for the first time, the Giants took advantage of Mooney's composure at the top of the order until the last set of the innings, when Tanuja Kanwar came out to bat. The opening pair for Gujarat was Sophie Devine and Mooney, but Devine only faced the third over before getting out to Marizanne Kapp for 13 runs. Anushka Sharma, batting at No. 3, struck a couple of boundaries within the first 20 balls of the game, showing early aggression. Mooney hit out a few singles to get used to the pitch. By the end of the Power-play, the Giants had built themselves solidly to 53 runs for the loss of one wicket. Anushka Sharma kept the Giants scoring towards the middle of the game, had one chance in the eighth over on 39 runs, and had it taken from her almost immediately as Shree Charani took her wicket in the very next delivery, swinging the momentum back to Delhi. After that, the Giants had another success when captain Ashleigh Gardner hit the ball towards deep mid-wicket only to get out for 2. Mooney remained calm through everything that happened and reached her fifty runs during her innings with just 39 deliveries, holding the entire innings together while losing wickets all around her. Charani claimed her second wicket when she bowled Georgia Wareham out for 11 in the 15th over. Delhi increased the pressure on the Giants in the next over when Chinelle Henry dismissed Bharti Fulmali for 3, leaving the Giants in a precarious position. And when she finished her innings at 58 from 46 balls in the 17th over, the Giants' chances for a strong finish seemed bleak. The Giants' poor finish continued as Delhi shut them down during the final overs of the match. Just when Gujarat appeared to be limping to the end of their innings, Tanuja Kanwar added an important contribution as a No. 9 batter, scoring 21 runs off 11 balls just before the end of the innings. Kanwar's effort raised the Giants' total to 174 runs for 9 wickets from 20 overs, giving the Delhi Capitals a competitive target despite Delhi not being at their best during the final phase of the innings. The Giants' poor finish continued as Delhi shut them down during the final overs of the match. Just when Gujarat appeared to be limping to the end of their innings, Tanuja Kanwar added an important contribution as a No. 9 batter, scoring 21 runs off 11 balls just before the end of the innings. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarat Giants 174/9 in 20 overs (Beth Mooney 58, Anushka Sharma 39; Sree Charani 4-31, Chinelle Henry 2-38) against Delhi Capitals Article Source: IANS
SIR: 2.4L unmapped voters in Ghaziabad, Noida issued notices
Delhi Weather Update: Rain brings relief, air quality improves, check forecast for the week ahead
Delhi's weather is improving after recent rain. Air quality has seen a boost. The week ahead promises clearer skies and warmer temperatures. Outdoor activities are recommended from January 29 to February 1. Delhi will settle into a late-winter pattern with milder afternoons and cool nights. This period offers a welcome change for residents.
TDP MP flags tobacco crisis, Amaravati status at all-party meet in Delhi
Lavu Srikrishnadevarayalu urges debate on GST impact on farmers, highlights Jal Jeevan Mission fund utilisation gap and calls for social media restrictions for under-16s
Rape, Pocso convict who jumped bail in 2022 held by Delhi crime branch
From academic debate to institutional scrutiny: Inside IIT Delhis caste conference fallout
IIT Delhis decision to appoint a fact-finding committee after a controversial conference on caste and race marks a shift from academic debate to institutional reckoning. Sparked by the political reading of one session, the episode now centres on governance, accountability and where Indias most symbolic technical institutions draw the line between scholarship and reputational risk.
Gamosa controversy: BJP wants to destroy Rahuls image, claims Kharge
New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday, January 27, slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the Gamosa controversy involving Rahul Gandhi and said the ruling party wants to destroy Gandhis image through false propaganda but will never succeed. Kharge also claimed that the Modi government insulted Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in Lok Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Adani Group stocks bounce back; Adani Enterprises jumps over 5 pc
New Delhi: Adani group stocks bounced back on Tuesday after falling sharply in the previous trade, with Adani Enterprises surging over 5 per cent. The stock of the groups flagship firm, Adani Enterprises, jumped 5.24 per cent, Adani Ports climbed 4.33 per cent, Adani Energy Solutions edged higher by 4.26 per cent, Adani Green Energy Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
EU-India FTA to unlock trade, investment opportunities: Industry
New Delhi: The game-changer free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) is set to unlock significant trade and investment opportunities for the country in the high-potential market of the 27-nation bloc, which remained untapped and boost Indias export competitiveness, industry bodies said on Tuesday, January 27. The European Union and India Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India-EU FTA likely to be implemented in calendar year 2026: Goyal
New Delhi: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday, On January 27, said the ambitious India-EU free trade agreement is likely to be implemented within the 2026 calendar year, hours after the announcement of the conclusion of negotiations for the historic trade pact. Earlier in the day, India and the 27-nation European Union (EU) concluded talks Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
WPL 2026: Unchanged Delhi Capitals Elect To Field As Wareham, Tanuja Come In For Gujarat Giants
Unchanged Delhi Capitals: Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to field against Gujarat Giants in the 17th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Tuesday. Delhi Capitals have opted to go in unchanged from their previous outing, showing faith in a combination that delivered in the last game. Meanwhile, Gujarat Giants Women have made two changes to their playing XI, bringing in Georgia Wareham and Tanuja Kanwar in place of Danielle Wyatt-Hodge and Happy Kumari as they look to tweak their balance for the contest. Delhi Capitals Women captain Jemimah Rodrigues said, We are going to bowl first. Just feel like it gets better to bat on in the second innings. Even the dew comes later in the evening. Seeing the last game we played, it feels harder. The game plan stays the same. Sticking to our plans and executing those. With every game, you get to learn so much. As a captain, I know I wont always get it right. My team makes me look good as a captain. Gujarat Giants Women captain Ashleigh Gardner said, We would have batted first anyway. It didnt really matter in the end. Having Sophie in the middle order gives us a lot of firepower. But there is one change tonight. Danni is out with sickness, and Georgia is back. So, Sophie is back at the top. If we can stick to our process, we can have success. Playing XIs: Gujarat Giants Women captain Ashleigh Gardner said, We would have batted first anyway. It didnt really matter in the end. Having Sophie in the middle order gives us a lot of firepower. But there is one change tonight. Danni is out with sickness, and Georgia is back. So, Sophie is back at the top. If we can stick to our process, we can have success. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarat Giants Women: Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Kanika Ahuja, Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Renuka Singh Thakur Article Source: IANS
New UGC regulations explained: Why some students cry reverse discrimination
On January 13, the Union government notified new University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations mandating all higher education institutions to form equity committees, centres and squads to look into discrimination complaints and promote equity. However, the rules did not sit well with some students, who felt it could lead to chaos on campuses. The UGC (Promotion Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Gold soars to record Rs 1.66 lakh/10g; silver at lifetime high of Rs 3.7 lakh/kg
New Delhi, Jan 27 (PTI) Gold and silver prices dazzled in the national capital on Tuesday, with both precious metals vaulting to uncharted highs, driven by strong investor demand and a global rally amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions. According to marketmen, gold of 99.9 per cent purity increased Rs 7,300, or 4.6 per cent, to touch an all-time high of Rs 1,66,000 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). The yellow metal had closed at Rs 1,58,700 per 10 grams on Friday. Bullion markets remained closed on Monday on account of the 77th Republic Day. Silver prices continued its
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India and EU clinch the mother of all deals in a historic free trade agreement
NEW DELHI, January 27, 2026 (AP) After nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the European Union announced Tuesday they have reached a free trade agreement to deepen economic and strategic ties. The accord, which the EU chief described as the mother of all deals, could affect as many as 2 billion people. The deal between two of the worlds biggest markets comes as Washington targets both India and the EU with steep import tariffs, disrupting established trade flows and pushing major economies to seek alternate partnerships. This agreement will bring major opportunities for the people of India and
WPL: Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants clash with Playoffs in sight
Delhi Police issues advisory for motorists ahead of Beating Retreat rehearsals
According to the traffic advisory, Vijay Chowk will be completely closed to general traffic during the restricted hours. Vehicular movement will also not be allowed on several roads leading towards Vijay Chowk.
Nirmala Sitharaman to make history with 9th consecutive budget
New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present a record ninth consecutive budget on February 1, which is expected to contain reform measures aimed at shoring up economic growth amid a volatile geopolitical situation. This will take Sitharaman closer to the record of 10 budgets that were presented by former Prime Minister Morarji Desai over Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Protests, PIL and campus pushback: Why UGC's equity rules have opened a can of worms
UGCs 2026 equity regulations, notified January 13, have triggered student protests from Delhi to Lucknow, political heat, and a Supreme Court PIL targeting Regulation 3(1)(c). It defines caste-based discrimination as discrimination against SC, ST and OBC members. Protesters fear misuse, burden-of-proof issues and surveillance via Equity Squads, while the Centre says misuse wont be allowed and clarifications are coming soon.
Must move forward keeping in mind survival of the fastest in tech, not just fittest: Rajnath
New Delhi, Jan 27: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said Operation Sindoor demonstrated that indigenous systems are strengthening Indias operational readiness, commending the crucial role DRDO is playing in achieving self-reliance which has become a national mindset under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing a gathering at a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) event here, he also underlined that in todays times when technology is changing rapidly especially on the battlefield, we must move forward keeping [] The post Must move forward keeping in mind survival of the fastest in tech, not just fittest: Rajnath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sonam Wangchuks wife questions meaning of Republic Day
New Delhi: As the 77th Republic Day was celebrated across the country with displays of military might and cultural heritage, Himalayan Institute of Alternatives Ladakh (HIAL) co-founder and wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, Gitanjali J Angmo, said it was the first time she did not feel motivated to watch the parade. Questioning the meaning Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Process On To Impeach Justice Varma, Govt Awaiting Probe Panel Report: Kiren Rijiju
New Delhi, Jan 27: The process to impeach Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma is underway and the government is awaiting the report of a three-member committee set up by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to probe charges against him, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Tuesday. Birla set up the committee on August 12 last year to probe corruption charges against Justice Varma after admitting a multi-party notice for his removal. Justice Varma was repatriated from the Delhi [] The post Process On To Impeach Justice Varma, Govt Awaiting Probe Panel Report: Kiren Rijiju appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi Govt Wants To Push Country Back To Era Of Maharajas: Rahul Slams MGNREGA Repeal
New Delhi, Jan 27: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that the motive behind Prime Minister Narendra Modis intent to destroy MGNREGA is to strip workers of their right to negotiate wages, strip panchayats of their power, and push the country back to the era of kings when all power was concentrated in the hands of a few. Gandhi shared a video of his recent interaction with MGNREGA workers on X and said the same workers who proclaimed that [] The post Modi Govt Wants To Push Country Back To Era Of Maharajas: Rahul Slams MGNREGA Repeal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
What Does Republic Day Mean When Constitutional Rights Are Not Given, Says Wangchuks Wife
New Delhi, Jan 27: As the 77th Republic Day was celebrated across the country with displays of military might and cultural heritage, HIAL co-founder and wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, Gitanjali J Angmo said it was the first time she did not feel motivated to watch the parade. Questioning the meaning of Republic Day when rights guaranteed in the Constitution were not being granted, Angmo pointed out that it has been four months since Wangchuk was unlawfully arrested. It [] The post What Does Republic Day Mean When Constitutional Rights Are Not Given, Says Wangchuks Wife appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
'Symbol Of Unprecedented Alignment': PM Modi On India-EU Free Trade Agreement
PM Narendra Modi, who was speaking at the India-EU Business Forum in New Delhi, said a new era of friendship between India and European leaders has begun
Student group protests outside UGC office in Delhi, demands complete rollback of equity rules
Amid heavy barricading and rain, around 100 students participated in the protest; the group submitted a list of demands to the UGC, including a complete rollback of the regulations
Mother of All Deals: India, EU Finalise Landmark Free Trade Agreement
NEW DELHI: India and the European Union on Tuesday concluded negotiations on a historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA), the largest trade pact ever signed by either side, creating a free trade zone spanning nearly two billion people and close to a quarter of global GDP. The agreement comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions []
Luxury cars, jewellery, chocolates to get cheaper under the EU-India FTA
New Delhi: India and the European Union (EU) on Tuesday, January 27, announced the conclusion of negotiations for the free trade agreement (FTA), under which several domestic sectors such as apparel, chemicals and footwear will get duty-free entry into the 27-nation bloc, while the European countries will get interest-free access to the Indian market for Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
SC Asks States, UTs To Provide Details Of Acid Attack Cases
New Delhi, Jan 27: Taking strong note of acid attack cases, the Supreme Court on Tuesday asked all states and Union territories to provide a slew of information, including the year-wise details of the number of such cases and their status in courts, besides the rehabilitation measures to support the victims. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices R Mahadevan and Joymalya Bagchi asked states and UTs to provide information about the number of cases in which charge [] The post SC Asks States, UTs To Provide Details Of Acid Attack Cases appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AP: Dy CM Son Akira Nandan Moves Delhi High Court
He alleged that his privacy was violated by a movie made using AI, which mimicked his face and voice
Mamata likely to visit Delhi amid SIR row; Bengal interim budget to be tabled on Feb 5
Kolkata, Jan 27: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is likely to travel to New Delhi next week amid TMCs protest over the ongoing SIR exercise, a development that has also led to the postponement of the tabling of the states interim budget to February 5, party and assembly sources said. The schedule for the interim budget session of the 294-member West Bengal Legislative Assembly, which is due to go to the polls in about three months, has been officially [] The post Mamata likely to visit Delhi amid SIR row; Bengal interim budget to be tabled on Feb 5 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Severe weather puts Delhi on 'red alert', flights disrupted
Delhi and its neighboring regions woke up to a rainy Tuesday morning, triggering weather alerts and flight disruptions.
Cold wave intensifies in Delhi as western disturbance brings rain
Cold weather conditions intensified in the national capital on Tuesday as a western disturbance affected North India, bringing light rain to parts of Delhi since morning.
India to get concessional EU market access for over 99 pc of exports: Goyal
New Delhi, Jan 27 : India will get an unprecedented market access at concessional duties for over 99 per cent of its exports by value in the European Union (EU) market, providing a boost to domestic labour-intensive sectors, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday. The two sides announced on January 27 the conclusion of negotiations for the free trade agreement (FTA). India and the EU, under the leadership of PM @NarendraModi ji, European Commission President @VonderLeyen and [] The post India to get concessional EU market access for over 99 pc of exports: Goyal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UltraTech Cement shares climb nearly 4 pc post Q3 earnings
New Delhi, Jan 27 : Shares of UltraTech Cement climbed nearly 4 per cent on Tuesday morning after the cement maker reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 1,729.44 crore for the December quarter of FY26. The stock went up by 3.72 per cent to Rs 12,829.40 on the BSE. At the NSE, it edged higher by 3.68 per cent to Rs 12,825. The cement maker had posted a net profit of Rs 1,363.44 crore in the October-December period a [] The post UltraTech Cement shares climb nearly 4 pc post Q3 earnings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Axis Bank shares jump over 5 pc post Q3 earnings
New Delhi, Jan 27 : Shares of Axis Bank on Tuesday jumped over 5 per cent after the firm reported a 4 per cent growth in its December quarter net profit. The stock surged 5.22 per cent to Rs 1,325.90 on the BSE. At the NSE, it climbed 5.40 per cent to Rs 1,326. The stock was the biggest gainer among the Sensex and Nifty firms during the morning trade. The 30-share BSE benchmark quoted 167.84 points higher at 81,742.04, [] The post Axis Bank shares jump over 5 pc post Q3 earnings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, EU Condemn Terror Attacks In Pahalgam, Delhi; Call For Concerted Efforts Against Terrorism
India and the EU agreed to enhance cooperation to counter radicalisation and violent extremism, and combat financing of terrorism.
Defamation case: SC adjourns hearing on Atishi, Arvind Kejriwal plea to April 21
New Delhi, Jan 27: The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned to April 21 the hearing on a plea of AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi challenging an order that refused to quash a defamation case against them over their alleged remarks on deletion of voters names. A bench of Justices M M Sundresh and N K Singh deferred the matter, noting that it required a detailed hearing. Senior advocate Meenakshi Arora, appearing for the AAP leaders, [] The post Defamation case: SC adjourns hearing on Atishi, Arvind Kejriwal plea to April 21 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Watch: Hindi language creation was a political project: Ghazala Wahab
In a conversation with Varghese K. George, Resident Editor of The Hindu, Delhi, at The Hindu Lit Fest 2026, author Ghazala Wahab spoke about her book, The Hindu Heartland: A Study. It examines how the Hindi heartland has come to be viewed today - as politically important, but socially regressive.
President meets guests from tribal communities, tableaux artists, other participants of R-Day parade
NEW DELHI, Jan 27: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday met guests from tribal communities, tableaux artists and other participants of the Republic Day Parade 2026 at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here, her office said. The Presidents office shared pictures of the meetings on X. President Droupadi Murmu met guests from tribal communities, tableaux artists and tractor drivers, NSS (National Service Scheme) volunteers and NCC (National Cadet Corps) cadets, officials and other participants of the Republic Day Parade 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, [] The post President meets guests from tribal communities, tableaux artists, other participants of R-Day parade appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Antonio Costa's Goa connection: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with European leaders in New Delhi. He called European Council President Antonio Costa the 'Gandhi of Lisbon'. This highlighted Costa's Indian roots from Goa. India and the European Union finalized a free trade agreement. Strategic cooperation was also discussed. Costa's family has deep ties to Margao, Goa. His father was a writer.
A cryptic WhatsApp message and photo, initially feared to be a terror plot ahead of Republic Day, triggered a massive security alert and a 12-hour manhunt in Delhi's Jamia Nagar. The intense operation concluded when investigators discovered the 'threat' was a misunderstanding of a private fancy-dress party rehearsal, revealing a dark comedy of errors rather than a deadly plot.
Rain, thunderstorms lash parts of Delhi; IMD issues alerts
New Delhi: Rain lashed several parts of the national capital on Tuesday, January 27, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds, with the IMD warning of the possibility of hail over the next three hours. A red alert was issued at 11.10 am for North West Delhi, West Delhi, South West Delhi, Outer North Delhi and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India, EU Sign Historic Free Trade Deal; PM Modi Calls It Mother of All Deals
New Delhi, Jan 27: India and the European Union today finalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), hailed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen as the mother of all deals. The agreement marks Indias biggest trade pact with the 27-member EU bloc. The deal was concluded during delegation-level [] The post India, EU Sign Historic Free Trade Deal; PM Modi Calls It Mother of All Deals appeared first on Northlines .
Silver Futures Hit Record Rs 3.59 Lakh/Kg; Gold Scales New Peak Rs 1.59 Lakh/10g
New Delhi, Jan 27: Silver prices surged to hit a record of Rs 3.59 lakh per kg in the futures trade on Tuesday, while gold touched a lifetime high of Rs 1.59 lakh per 10 grams, driven by robust investor demand amid persistent geopolitical and economic uncertainties. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver for March delivery zoomed Rs 25,101, or 7.5 per cent, to touch a record of Rs 3,59,800 per kilogram. Last week, the white metal had registered [] The post Silver Futures Hit Record Rs 3.59 Lakh/Kg; Gold Scales New Peak Rs 1.59 Lakh/10g appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
A Delhi exhibition reclaims phulkari as memory, ritual and lived archive
Bringing together over 40 rare pre-Partition textiles, the exhibition at Delhis LATITUDE 28 gallery traces how phulkari functioned within womens lives, marking birth, marriage, belief and everyday domestic worlds
Supreme Court adjourns hearing on plea challenging new law regulating school fees in city
The Supreme Court has postponed a hearing on a law regulating school fees in Delhi. The next hearing is scheduled for February 2. This law aims to bring transparency to fee fixation and prohibits capitation fees. The court had previously questioned the timing of the law's enforcement. Private schools had challenged the Act and its rules.
India slams Pakistan at UN, dismisses false narrative on Op-Sindoor
New Delhi: India today hit back at Pakistan in the United Nations, rejecting its false narrative on operation Sindoor. It asserted that Islamabad has no locus standi to comment on the internal matters of India, particularly on the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. In a strongly worded response at the United Nations Security [] The post India slams Pakistan at UN, dismisses false narrative on Op-Sindoor appeared first on Northlines .
UGCs new regulations sparks row as upper caste students call for protests
New Delhi: Students from upper-caste communities called for a protest outside the University Grants Commission (UGC) headquarters in Delhi on Tuesday, January 27, saying that the new regulations issued by the commission could lead to chaos on campuses. Those behind the protest call have appealed for unity from the student community, urging them to say Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Dollar weakness could boost India inflows as rupee steadies: Report
New Delhi: Global currency markets are witnessing heightened volatility as the US Dollar continues to lose strength against major currencies, but Indian rupee has found relative stability and weakness in dollar could lead to FII inflows, a report said on Tuesday. The report from Emkay Wealth Management Limited said the volatility in global currency markets Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
All-Party Meeting Underway Ahead of Parliaments Budget Session
New Delhi, Jan 27: An all-party meeting chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is underway on Tuesday to deliberate on ensuring smooth conduct of proceedings during the upcoming Budget session of Parliament. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and senior leaders from various political parties, including Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, are attending the customary meeting, which [] The post All-Party Meeting Underway Ahead of Parliaments Budget Session appeared first on Northlines .
Rain, Thunderstorms Lash Parts of Delhi; Red, Orange Alerts Issued Across Districts
The IMD said light to moderate rainfall was likely at most places, with isolated heavy spells accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds of 40 to 50 kmph and hail
PM Modi attends joint press meet with EU leaders in New Delhi
Mother of all trade deals concluded: EUs von der Leyen
New Delhi, Jan 27: India and Europe have concluded the mother of all trade deals, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the top EU leadership held summit talks to elevate the two-way ties to jointly navigate geopolitical turbulence and trade disruptions. Prime Minister Modi hosted von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa at the summit. Europe and India are making history today. We have concluded the mother of [] The post Mother of all trade deals concluded: EUs von der Leyen appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Budget 2026: Partnership or pre-poll sweetener? Tamil Nadus fiscal face-off with the Centre
Budget 2026: As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, Tamil Nadu faces a political tug-of-war. The DMK alleges fiscal step-motherly treatment and political budgeting by New Delhi. The BJP-AIADMK alliance refutes these claims, pointing to DMK's alleged mismanagement and highlighting recent development projects. The state's demands for the budget focus on metro funding, Tamil language allocation, and railway projects.
MI Starting To Find Rhythm Is A Danger Sign For Others: Katey Martin
As Mumbai Indians: As Mumbai Indians are still alive to stay in contention for a place in the playoffs in the WPL 2026 after a win over table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru, former India skipper Mithali Raj and ex-New Zealand player Katey Martin shared their thoughts on MI's crucial win, saying the defending champions getting the rhythm back is a danger sign for other teams. Mumbai Indians held off a stunning late assault from Richa Ghosh to beat RCB by 15 runs in a thrilling clash at the BCA Stadium on Monday. The win put the defending champions back on track as they moved up to second spot on the points table. It was a must-win game for the Mumbai Indians, and they really needed their match-winners to step up. They also required the opening pair to give them a solid start. Yes, they lost the first wicket early, but I think it was important for Hayley Matthews to get some runs. She also contributed with the ball, picking up three wickets. That all-round contribution was exactly what was required from a player like her. And of course, we cannot forget the hundred from Nat Sciver-Brunt, the first century of the Womens Premier League. It has come at just the right time for the Mumbai Indians, Mithali said on JioStar. When RCB collapsed to 35/5 in the powerplay in their chase of 200, Richa launched a breathtaking counter-attack, smashing 90 off 50 balls with 10 fours and six sixes to nearly pull off an improbable victory, but the early damage proved to be too severe despite her late heroics. On Richa's lone valiant effort for RCB in the run-chase, Mithali added, There was some sort of onslaught later on from Richa Ghosh. At a time when she desperately needed a partnership and someone to support her, she had none. So she took it upon herself to score that flurry of boundaries and hit those sixes, particularly in the last over. Nobody thought she would get the match that close because she could not afford a dot ball or even a single at that stage, as she did not have a batter at the other end capable of going for the big shots. If she had someone like Nadine de Klerk with her, they might have pulled off this big chase. Batting first, Nat Sciver-Brunt struck the first century in WPLs history to propel MI to a formidable 199/4. Meanwhile, Katey maintained that the five-day break did the Mumbai Indians a world of good. Mumbai Indians are a confidence-driven team. They rely on their big players to step up in key moments, and they have done exactly that. Tournament cricket is always about momentum, and if you gain momentum near the end, you become very difficult to stop. Heading into their last game against the Gujarat Giants, they have ticked a number of boxes, but a lot also depends on what happens in the Delhi Capitals-Gujarat Giants game as well. I would like their death bowling to be a little better, but given the position they were in, they probably felt comfortable enough to close out the game. Still, these are danger signs for other teams. When you see a Mumbai side packed with match-winners starting to find their rhythm, it suggests that the break and a few days off may have helped them reset for these final two games. Meanwhile, Katey maintained that the five-day break did the Mumbai Indians a world of good. Mumbai Indians are a confidence-driven team. They rely on their big players to step up in key moments, and they have done exactly that. Tournament cricket is always about momentum, and if you gain momentum near the end, you become very difficult to stop. Heading into their last game against the Gujarat Giants, they have ticked a number of boxes, but a lot also depends on what happens in the Delhi Capitals-Gujarat Giants game as well. Also Read: Live Cricket Score She is clear about her options and has a strong understanding of the situation. She started her innings at a strike rate of around a hundred and then accelerated from about the 11-over mark onwards. That is mature, intelligent batting. If I were a kid watching at home, I would be saying, I want to bat the way she bats, because she has absolutely everything needed to be the best player in the world. Article Source: IANS
Akhilesh Yadav to meet Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata amid Bengal SIR row
Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav is meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata. The meeting occurs during a Special Intensive Revision process and ahead of assembly polls. Yadav expressed confidence in Banerjee's success against the BJP in Bengal. Banerjee plans to take the SIR issue to New Delhi next week.
