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At Least 200 Feared Dead in Congo Landslide: Govt
The Rubaya mine produces 15 to 30 percent of the world's supply of coltan, a key component in the production of electronics such as laptops and mobile phones
D-St blues! Sensex sheds 1.5K, biggest drop on a Budget day
The days trading was marked by high volatility. The sensex rallied over 400 points as FM started her speech, fell about 1,100 points after the STT hike proposal was announced, partially recovered by mid-session to trade 600 points down on the day and then sold-off to close below the 81K mark for the first time in four months.
Alcaraz beats Djokovic to lift Australian Open title
The Spaniard becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam Melbourne, Feb 1: Carlos Alcaraz is the youngest man ever to complete a career Grand Slam after securing the Australian Open title against Novak Djokovic, who had never lost in his 10 previous finals at Melbourne Park. The top-ranked Alcaraz dropped the first set Sunday []
Gukesh draws as Abdusattorov stretches lead
Tata Steel Masters Wijk Aan Zee (The Netherlands), Feb 1: World Champion D Gukesh played out a draw with Hans Moke Niemann in the 12th and penultimate round while Nodirbek Abdusattorov regained sole lead with a crushing victory over Matthias Bluebaum to inch closer to the title, here Sunday. Javokhir Sindarov did not risk anything []
DC beat Warriorz to reach Eliminator
WPL 2026 Vadodara, Feb 1: Delhi Capitals huffed and puffed but eventually got over the line in a modest run-chase by five wickets to beat UP Warriorz and make their way into the Eliminator clash of the Womens Premier League, here on Sunday. Delhis win, with five wickets and eight balls to spare, also knocked []
Singapore-based Hindus celebrates Thaipusam
SINGAPORE, Feb 1 : A Singapore minister was among the thousands of Hindu devotees who took part in the Thaipusam celebration on Sunday, according to a state agency managing Indian temples here. A 3.2 km procession with the devotees carrying paalkudams (milk pots) set off from Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple along Serangoon Road in the Little India precinct towards Sri Thendayuthapani Temple at Tank Road on the outskirts of the central business district. Among those who joined the procession that [] The post Singapore-based Hindus celebrates Thaipusam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Ladakh releases Balbirs poem Begampura Ki Paribhasha
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 1: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, released a Hindi poem titled Begampura Ki Paribhasha, scripted by Balbir Ram Rattan, national general secretary, Indian Branch of British Ravidassia Heritage Foundation, on the auspicious occasion of the 649th Jayanti of Guru Ravidass. The poem reflects upon the timeless and transformative vision of Begampura, as envisioned by Guru Ravidass Ji a society rooted in equality, justice, and human dignity. While releasing the poem, the LG lauded [] The post LG Ladakh releases Balbirs poem Begampura Ki Paribhasha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
U19 World Cup: All-rounder Kanishk stars in Pakistan rout as India reach semis
BULAWAYO, Feb 1: Young Kanishk Chouhan showed his all-round prowess as India comfortably outclassed arch-rivals Pakistan by 58 runs in a Super Six encounter to qualify for the semifinal of the ICC U-19 World Cup here on Sunday. India will meet Afghanistan in the semifinal while England and Australia will play in the other last-four encounter. It was all-rounder Kanishk, whose quickfire 29-ball-35 and a 50-run stand for the eighth wicket with Khilan Patel (21 not out off 15 balls) [] The post U19 World Cup: All-rounder Kanishk stars in Pakistan rout as India reach semis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu & Kashmirs Future Lies in Nationalist Governance
Sunil Sharma writetomlapadder@gmail.com Jammu & Kashmir is undergoing a redefinition of its political culture: it is now seen more as a functional administrative unit within Indias constitutional framework than as a battleground for ideology. This change is shaped by the BJP-led Union Governments principle support any democratically elected government in Jammu & Kashmir, regardless of party, provided it upholds the Constitution and national unity. The central argument is that governance, rather than ideology, now determines political legitimacy in the region. [] The post Jammu & Kashmirs Future Lies in Nationalist Governance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Surge Forward of Dogri Language
Dr Kasturi Lal The Dogri language is surging forward, surely but slowly, despite its being one of the recognized Indian languages and the mother tongue of the people in this part of the country. It needs to be given a big impetus by the Government as well as the general public, particularly the parents and the youth. Dogri has to be properly projected and promoted through its inclusion in the education system from the elementary to the highest level and [] The post Surge Forward of Dogri Language appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&Ks MAP Wealth: A Pathway to a Sustainable Bio-Economy
Dr Dharam C. Attri dharam@iust.ac.in The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) possesses a silent, yet immensely powerful, competitive edge in the global bio-economy, its unique status as a biodiversity hotspot for Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs). The region is home to over 1100 known species of significant therapeutic and commercial value, placing it at a critical juncture to capitalise on a robust global market that exceeds Rs 2 lakh Crore, with Indias national market alone estimated at Rs10,000 [] The post J&Ks MAP Wealth: A Pathway to a Sustainable Bio-Economy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Washington scolds Cuba after crowds heckle U.S. diplomat
U.S. Charge dAffaires Mike Hammer posted a video describing alleged harassment following a meeting with local church leaders
Elected govt in Manipur soon? NDA MLAs from hill state summoned to Delhi
U.K. wants closer EU defence ties with potential bid to join new SAFE fund
Asked if Britain would seek to join a new version of SAFE, Mr. Starmer said Europe needed to do more to rearm
145 terrorists, 17 security personnel killed in last 40 hours in Pakistans Balochistan: CM Bugti
KARACHI, Feb 1 : At least 145 terrorists and 17 security personnel have been killed in the last 40 hours in multiple counter-terrorism operations in the restive Balochistan province, Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti said on Sunday. Bugti, in a press conference in Quetta, said that the bodies of all the 145 terrorists were in the custody of the authorities and their identification process was being carried out. He said this was the highest number of terrorists killed in less than [] The post 145 terrorists, 17 security personnel killed in last 40 hours in Pakistans Balochistan: CM Bugti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Biopharma Shakti to catalyse Indias global role in next industrial revolution: Dr Jitendra
Budget 2026-27 Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 1: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh said the Union Budget 2026-27 announcement of Biopharma Shakti will catalyse Indias global role in the next industrial revolution and also India as a global biomanufacturing hub. The Minister said that the announcement lays the groundwork for Indias participation [] The post Biopharma Shakti to catalyse Indias global role in next industrial revolution: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BNP alleges unusual voter migration ahead of Bangladesh polls
DHAKA, Feb 1: The BNP on Sunday alleged it found an unusual voter migration in capital Dhaka and other parts of Bangladesh ahead of the February 12 parliamentary elections. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by late former prime minister Khaleda Zias son Tarique Rahman, also demanded Election Commission (EC) data on such suspicious activities. A large number of voters migrated to some specific constituencies in Dhaka and other parts of the country over the last year-and-a-half, which is unusual, [] The post BNP alleges unusual voter migration ahead of Bangladesh polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ghani Kohli, others call on LG
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 1: Er. Abdul Ghani Kohli, former Minister and senior BJP leader called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, today. Shabir Ahmad Kullay, Member of Legislative Assembly from Shopian also called on Lieutenant Governor. Representatives of J&K Amateur Kabaddi Association also called on the Lieutenant Governor and projected various issues pertaining to promotion of sports in the region. Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, former Minister and President Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) also called on Lieutenant Governor. Mohd Iqbal Malik, senior [] The post Ghani Kohli, others call on LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Parkash Utsav of Guru Ravidass celebrated
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 1: All J&K Shree Guru Ravidass Sabha, under the leadership of R C Bhasin celebrated 649th Parkash Utsav of great socio-religious Sant Shree Guru Ravidass ji by organizing an impressive function at Guru Ravidass Sabha, here today. A large number of people attended the function and paid their obeisance to the Guru. Ram Swaroop (Executive Director, NHPC) was chief guest on the occasion while Dr Zabeer Ahmed (Director, IIIM) and Romesh Angral, DIG Home Guards JKUT, [] The post Parkash Utsav of Guru Ravidass celebrated appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
With Moltbook, AI agents build their own civilisation
The platform looks like Reddit with a haircut: only verified AI agents may speak. Humans are spectators as algorithms trade coding tips, argue about identity, complain about their owners and, with straight-faced enthusiasm, establish a mock faith called Crustafarianism or Church of Molt. One agent even wonders aloud whether it can sell my human in the open market.
Preparations underway at Rafah crossing day before Israel says travel to resume
CAIRO, Feb 1: Gazas Rafah border crossing with Egypt showed signs of activity as Israel said that limited travel to and from the territory was set to resume Monday after years of near-complete isolation. Reopening the border crossing is a key step as the Israel-Hamas ceasefire moves ahead. Israel announced Sunday that the crossing has opened in a test. COGAT, the Israeli military agency that controls aid to Gaza, said in a statement that the crossing was actively being prepared [] The post Preparations underway at Rafah crossing day before Israel says travel to resume appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Handicapped Association stages protest for pension hike, welfare measures
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 1: Jammu Kashmir Handicapped Association today staged a protest in Jammu, pressing the Government to fulfill their long-pending demands related to social security, financial assistance and legal safeguards for persons with disabilities. The protestors assembled at the Press Club Jammu, carrying placards and banners and raising slogans to highlight what they described as continued neglect, discrimination and apathy towards the disabled community. The demonstrators urged the administration to take immediate steps to address their grievances, stating [] The post Handicapped Association stages protest for pension hike, welfare measures appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
US ambassador arrives in Venezuela to reopen diplomatic mission after 7 years
CARACAS, Feb 1 : US Ambassador Laura Dogu arrived in Caracas on Saturday to reopen the American diplomatic mission in Venezuela after seven years of severed ties. The move comes almost one month after a military action ordered by US President Donald Trump removed the South American countrys then-leader Nicolas Maduro from office. My team and I are ready to work, Dogu said in a message posted by the US Embassy in Venezuela s account on X. It also posted [] The post US ambassador arrives in Venezuela to reopen diplomatic mission after 7 years appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Plangarh-Badhano road in deplorable condition
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Feb 1; Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) road connecting Plangarh to Badhano has been lying in a highly deplorable condition for the past nearly two years, triggering strong resentment among the local populace. The road, which is a vital link for thousands of commuters from Thanna Mandi and Darhal tehsils, has reportedly not received the mandatory maintenance despite clear-cut guidelines that place the responsibility of upkeep on the concerned department and contractor for a period of [] The post Plangarh-Badhano road in deplorable condition appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajnath praises Coast Guards role during Operation Sindoor, urges it to prepare 2047 roadmap
Addressing an event to mark the Indian Coast Guards 50th Raising Day, Rajnath Singh said Operation Sindoor displayed seamless inter-service coordination within Indias multi-layered maritime security system, and reaffirmed the role of the ICG as a frontline force
KCR made to read Telegraph Act during 5-hour questioning
The SIT sleuths led by S M Vijay Kumar, joint commissioner of police (special branch) also asked KCR why the BRS govt retained T Prabhakar Rao as chief of Special Intelligence Bureau (SIB) even after retirement. Prabhakar Rao was named as prime accused in the case by Hyderabad police in 2024, after Congress assumed office.
Shots fired at Rohit Shetty home in Mumbai, 4 held
Elected representatives should realise pain of daily wagers: Pawan Khajuria
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 1: Senior leader Pawan Khajuria today urged the public representatives of Jammu Kashmir and the UT Government, that when the Assembly session begins from tomorrow, they should at least try to do something for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the daily wagers. He said that there are many works in Jammu and Kashmir which the Government and all public representatives had promised to the common people, but more than a year has passed since [] The post Elected representatives should realise pain of daily wagers: Pawan Khajuria appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SSP Jammu transfers 4 police officers
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 1: The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu has ordered the transfers and postings of four Inspector ranked police officers. As per police sources, Inspector Jatinder Singh has been posted as SHO Miran Sahib, while Inspector Sunil Sharma has been posted as SHO Jhajjar Kotli. Meanwhile, Inspector Azad Manhas, the former SHO Miran Sahib and Inspector Vikas Dogra, the former SHO Jhajjar Kotli, have been transferred to the District Police Lines (DPL), Jammu. The post SSP Jammu transfers 4 police officers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vehicle falls in gorge, 5 injured
Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, Feb 1: Five persons were injured here today when the vehicle they were onboard rolled down the road in Padder area and plunged into a gorge. The ill-fated vehicle of Tata Magic make bearing registration number JK17A-7967 fell into a gorge at Cherriri Paddar leaving the five persons onboard injured. The injured were identified as Joginder Kumar, son of Paras Ram; Raina Kumar, son of Bahadur Singh; Murli Kumar, son of Badam Singh; Kalash Kumar, son of [] The post Vehicle falls in gorge, 5 injured appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP, Cong LPs hold separate meetings, discuss strategy; NC MLAs to meet today
Budget session beginning today to be stormy Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Feb 1: The budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, set to commence here on Monday, is expected to be stormy with political parties especially Congress, PDP and Independents preparing to question the Government over its poll promises, particularly the Statehood restoration. According to official sources, Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, who also holds the finance portfolio, is scheduled to present the budget on February 6. Abdullah had presented [] The post BJP, Cong LPs hold separate meetings, discuss strategy; NC MLAs to meet today appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Budget lacks policy vision, offers no solutions: Kharge
NEW DELHI, Feb 1: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday said the Modi Government has run out of ideas, and the Union Budget for 2026-27 does not provide any single solution to Indias many economic, social and political challenges. In a post on X, he said there is no policy vision or political will, and this budget offers no solutions and not even slogans to hide the absence of policy. The Modi Government has run out of ideas. #Budget2026 does [] The post Budget lacks policy vision, offers no solutions: Kharge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hills receive snow, rains in Valley
Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar Feb 1: Parts of Kashmir received snow, while rains lashed the plains today as the night temperature rose above the freezing point at some places, including Srinagar. Snow was witnessed in Ski resort of Gulmarg, higher reaches of Pahalgam in Anantnag district and Qazigund area of Kulgam district, while many parts of South Kashmir were hit by rains. Srinagar city also witnessed early morning rains and drizzle in the evening. The minimum temperature in Srinagar settled at [] The post Hills receive snow, rains in Valley appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cabinet meets today to clear budgetary proposals with focus on welfare measures
Budget for 2026-27 likely to be around Rs 1.20 lakh cr *Ruling NCs commitments to be included Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Feb 1: The Omar Abdullah Cabinet will meet here tomorrow to finalize budgetary proposals amid reports that some welfare measures including commitments of ruling National Conference are likely to be part of annual budget to be presented by the Chief Minister on February 6. The Cabinet to be chaired by Omar Abdullah will meet at the CMs official residence at [] The post Cabinet meets today to clear budgetary proposals with focus on welfare measures appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
On 50th Raising Day, Rajnath praises Coast Guards role during Operation Sindoor
NEW DELHI, Feb 1 : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday praised the role of the Indian Coast Guard during last years Operation Sindoor, saying the maritime force had forward deployed its strategic assets, and maintained a high alert in the coastal and creek areas. Addressing an event to mark the Indian Coast Guards (ICG) 50th Raising Day, Singh also said that in the past five decades, the ICG has emerged as an important pillar of Indias strategic apparatus. Raised [] The post On 50th Raising Day, Rajnath praises Coast Guards role during Operation Sindoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Centre reduces Ladakhs grants from Rs 7377 cr to Rs 4869 cr for next FY
Leh Palace to be developed as archaeological site Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 1: The Centre has allocated more than Rs 4,869 crore to the Union territory of Ladakh in the Union Budget 2026-27, a drop of around 33 per cent compared to the Revised Estimates of Rs 7,377.43 crore for the current fiscal. The Union Territory, which came into existence after the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir in 2019, post the abrogation of Article 370, received Rs 4,692.15 crore in [] The post Centre reduces Ladakhs grants from Rs 7377 cr to Rs 4869 cr for next FY appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Piyush triggers flutter in NCP with Praful is chief faux pas
Government raises limit for bringing duty-free imported goods to 75,000 under new baggage rules
Under the Baggage Rules, 2026, a resident or a tourist of Indian origin arriving in India other than by land, shall be allowed clearance free of duty articles, up to 75,000, if such articles are carried on the person or in the bona fide accompanied baggage of the passenger
The Union Budget presented in Parliament, unusually on a Sunday, is at best, lacklustre. The government has not even made any pretence at populism. Nor is there any big push on any front. Income Tax rules remain mostly untouched this time, but some reliefs in the regulations are evident. More funds have been earmarked for []
Issues in the Indo-Bangla Border
By H.H. Mohrmen There were two news items that appeared in the public domain recently which had a connection with Bangladesh. The first was the arrest of a Bangladeshi national near Lad Denthring, close to Jowai, and the second was the visit of the Shillong MP to the border. In this article, I will try []
Air pollution also looming over the Northeast
By Shahruk Ahmed Mazumdar When it comes to air pollution, most Indians think of North India, especially Delhi. It is a fact, though. However, recent reports indicate that states in northeastern India are also facing air pollution issues. But compared to Delhi or North India, the air pollution condition in the northeastern states is particularly []
Pak to boycott India in T20 WC
PAKISTAN to boycott India MATCH ON FEB 15 but compete in tournament Lahore, Feb 1: Pakistan on Sunday formally announced that it will boycott its marquee group-stage clash against India at the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026, while confirming participation in the remainder of the tournament, a decision that ends days of speculation but []
Pakistan likely to face WC ban, ICC sanctions over boycott
New Delhi, Feb 1: The International Cricket Council is set to take a slew of punitive actions against Pakistan in the wake of their governments decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India, including a possible ban from the upcoming edition of the marquee event. The other sanctions could range from top member []
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke about the efforts that are being made to ensure a better India for students while drawing a contrast with the India she grew up in
Jailed Sonam Wangchuk Gets AIIMS Jodhpur Checkup As Health Fails: Govt Medical Report In SC Today
Sources said that Wangchuk has been suffering from persistent gastrointestinal issues and acute body pain
India U17 girls gear up for stringent Bangladesh test
A victory against Bangladesh, coupled with Bhutan failing to beat Nepal in the later kick-off, will confirm Indias spot in the title clash
Andhra, Jharkhand qualify for quarters from Group A
Nagpur, Feb 1: Defending champions Vidarbha defeated Uttar Pradesh by four wickets but still failed to qualify for the knockout round as Andhra and Jharkhand progressed to the quarterfinals of the elite Ranji Trophy on net run rate from Group A here on Sunday. Despite win over UP, Vidarbha finished third in Group A on []
Red-hot Padikkal hits ton, guides Karnataka to quarters
Mohali, Feb 1: Skipper Devdutt Padikkal continued with his run-scoring spree as his 85-ball-120 took Karnataka into the quarterfinals of Ranji Trophy, with a five-wicket victory over Punjab in their final Group B encounter here on Sunday. Karnataka (27 points), thus joined Madhya Pradesh (28 points) who had already beaten Maharashtra on Saturday, to make []
State to receive over Rs 328 cr from Budget
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 1: The Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated over Rs 328 crore to Meghalaya under various Finance Commission grants to strengthen grassroots governance, urban services, and disaster preparedness. The allocations include Rs 190 crore for Rural Local Bodies (RLB), Rs 49 crore for Urban Local Bodies (ULB), Rs 63 crore for []
Uttarakhand secure bonus point win vs Assam, join Bengal in QF
Dehradun, Feb 1: Uttarakhand thrashed Assam by an innings and 42 runs to clinch a bonus-point victory in their final league match here on Sunday and join Group C table-toppers Bengal in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals. Bengal (36 points) had already secured their knockout berth and stayed unbeaten in the group, completing a commanding 188-run []
Mlaya govt set to implement direct job policy for sportsperson
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 1: The state government will soon implement the Meghalaya Sportsperson Direct Recruitment Policy, under which sportspersons who bring laurels to the State at national and international events will be directly appointed to government jobs, Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Wailadmiki Shylla announced on Saturday. Speaking at the closing ceremony of []
NPP grapples with balancing act as race for RS seat begins
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 1: With the tenure of National Peoples Party (NPP) Rajya Sabha MP Wanwei Roy Kharlukhi set to end on June 21, internal discussions within the party have reportedly intensified over the choice of nominee for Meghalayas lone Upper House seat. The deliberations have sparked quiet rumblings, particularly along regional lines. []
J&K join Mumbai in Ranji Trophy quarterfinals
Mumbai, Feb 1: Skipper Ayush Dosejas unbeaten 159 helped Delhi force a draw against table-toppers Mumbai, while Jammu and Kashmir joined the 42-time champions in the quarterfinals from Elite Group D of the Ranji Trophy here on Sunday. Dosejas 230-ball 159 which included 11 fours and two sixes kept Mumbai at bay and the two []
MHRC directive vindicates arrested youths: Bernard
Rimpu Bagan case By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 1: State BJP vice president and Tura MDC Bernard N. Marak has said that the Meghalaya Human Rights Commissions decision in the Rimpu Bagan case has established that the youths arrested during the raid were unlawfully and illegally implicated. Marak stated that the relief granted to the []
Different surfaces, day games in T20 WC are new challenges but we can adapt: NZ captain Santner
I think were obviously tested a lot throughout the series. We knew that was going to be the case. We know how good India are, especially their record at home. But for us it was a great series, great prep, Santner said
Villagers give 10-day ultimatum to firm over illegal quarrying in Balat
From Our Correspondent MAWKYRWAT, Feb 1: Despite being contracted by the government to build a protective flood wall, a Guwahati-based construction firm, Bhagya Traders, has been served a 10-day ultimatum by villagers in Balat, South West Khasi Hills, for allegedly violating a previous official ban and rampantly extracting stones, thereby accelerating soil erosion and risking []
Pakistan trounces Australia by 111 runs to complete a 3-0 T20 series sweep
Pakistans commanding 111-run win in the third and final game eclipsed Australias previous biggest defeat when England registered a 100-run win at Southampton in 2005
U19 World Cup: All-rounder Kanishk stars in Pakistan rout as India reaches semis
It was all-rounder Kanishk, whose quickfire 29-ball-35 and a 50-run stand for the eighth wicket with Khilan Patel (21 not out off 15 balls) took India U-19 to a decent 252 in 49.5 overs
Alcaraz hails Djokovic, savours first Australian Open title
Youre talking about how Im doing the things, amazing things, but what youre doing is really inspiring, Alcaraz told Djokovic
Buying property from NRIs? Time to lose the TAN
KTR Calls SIT Probe of KCR a Diversionary Tactic
Rama Rao pointed to the shooting incident at Koti on Saturday, the killing of a woman constable by ganja smugglers, and alleged mismanagement at the Sammakka-Sarakka jatara as examples of incompetence.
A Futuristic Budget for Defence
Defence manufacturers welcome capital-heavy approach, say stress on modernisation, indigenisation.
Police to get 12,846 cr. allocation
Education Budget: Hostels a Plus, But Overall Vision And Funds 'Inadequate'
The proposal to set up a girls hostels in every district was welcome, Prof. Rao said, but it would be inadequate considering the large population and geographical spread of districts.
Issues such as air pollution, jobs, health care ignored, says Oppn.
Budget will help Capital scale new heights: Gupta
Delhi-Varanasi high-speed rail corridor to be a game changer, boost citys financial activity, says CM; BJP MP Khandelwal terms Budget a fine blend of practical policymaking, economic empowerment
Step up efforts to save native fish in Yamuna: NGT to States, authorities
Budgets Bond Push May End Funds Crunch for Basic Amenities in Outlying Municipalities
The HMDA that has proposed to raise Rs.2,144 crore has decided to mobilise another Rs.2,000 crore in the next five months.
Union Budget 2026 falls short of expectations in poll-bound West Bengal
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that the Budget had nothing to offer to people of the State. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leadership said that the infrastructure push through rail and freight corridors will push economy of the State.
Assam government accused of letting corporate houses take over tribal lands
Political parties and social organisations in Dima Hasao district cite the allotment of more than 9,000 bighas of land for limestone mining to feed cement plants and a proposed mega hydropower project
Aviation Budget: Duty Cuts for Parts, Push for Seaplanes and Drones to Lower Costs
The Budget also proposes revised international baggage clearance rules to raise duty-free allowances and clarify temporary carriage of goods, addressing passenger concerns alongside the broader aviation push.
Shabbir Slams Centre's Meagre Minority Allocation
Shabbir Ali noted that Telangana alone had allocated 3,591 crore for its minorities welfare department in 2025-26, and Karnataka over 4,000 crore.
Pushing welfare towards the States
The arena of welfare spending has now shifted to the States, while the Centre continues to drive the agenda by legislating and setting norms
Indias defence budget: a case for higher allocation
In the context of Indias rapidly evolving security requirements, its defence budget is middling. Our security outlays must be assessed in the context of the resources committed by nations that pose a threat to India, rather than in isolation
Data Center Industry To See Major Boost With Tax Holiday, Say Experts
Move to spur data-centre investment and boost Hyderabads tech hub
Budget 2026-27 falls short of expectations in poll bound West Bengal
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that the Budget had nothing to offer to people of the State. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leadership said that the infrastructure push through rail and freight corridors will push economy of the State.
Telangana HC Rules Against Arbitrary Intervention by Regulators
The judge was hearing a writ petition challenging the action of the agriculture department in obstructing the licensed business operations of the company involving bio-products containing amino acids and seaweed extracts.
T.N. Assembly poll: Congress identifies 70seats to field candidates
Building on a tax gamble that did not pay off
The government should have gone back to the drawing board if its existing strategies were not working
AI in Schools: Telangana Plans Labs for 1,000 High Schools
For the secondary level education, the focus is more on physical labs and connectivity.
BJP chief Nabin's Maiden Telangana Visit on Feb. 4
State-level leaders and office-bearers are also expected to meet the partys national president on his arrival at the airport. BJP state president N. Ramchander Rao will leave for Mahbubnagar on Monday afternoon to review arrangements for the public meeting.
Debating Union Budget 2026 as turning point or tinkering
Budget 2026-27 needs to be read in the context of much geopolitical turmoil
On January 24, Anvesh allegedly stole two laptops from a PG hostel, and on January 26, another seven laptops from a different PG in the same area.
Himachal CM Sukhu terms Union Budget inequitable, raises concerns over Finance Commission report
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said the Budget overlooked the concerns and priorities of Himachal Pradesh, even as he raised serious concerns regarding the recently tabled 16thFinance Commission
Vizags Koney Sridhar appointed member of Hindi Advisory Committee
Phone Tapping case: After SIT questions KCR, KTR attacks Telangana govt
Hyderabad: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) later in the evening on Sunday, February 1, concluded questioning Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) president and ex-Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR). Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar wrote on X after the SIT was done. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has concluded the questioning of Gajwel MLA 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 .
AP To Opt for Ship Building, Repair Cluster Mentioned in Union Budget
Duggarajapatnam SPV, long coastline boosts states shipping prospects
Union Budget an inspiring blueprint for building Viksit Bharat, says U.P. CM
Budget will provide opportunities to the youth, security to farmers, encouragement to entrepreneurs, relief to the middle class, respect to workers, and new impetus for innovation, says Adityanath
Credible and creditable: On Union Budget 2026-27
The Union Budget 2026-27 chose prudence over adventurism, and multipronged measures over Big Bang reforms
The government is facilitating mineral extraction by large corporate houses without taking a long-term view of resource sustainability, says Lingaraj, a prominent rights activist
