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To Industrialise or Not? That is the Question in Singur

Singur stands like a nemesis for Mamata, a potential ticket for the BJP, and an opportunity lost for the Left.

Silver futures breach Rs 4 lakh per kg mark; gold hits record Rs 1.8 lakh/10g

New Delhi, Jan 29 (PTI) Silver prices extended their blistering rally on Thursday, soaring 6 per cent to cross the Rs 4 lakh per kilogram-mark, w

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Gillespie had resigned as head coach of the Pakistan Test team back in late 2024 owing to issues over authority and powers in team matters includ

Watch: Icons who helped build modern India

Drawing from ideas that out-Britished the British and sparked the green revolution, Priyambada Jayakumar and Aparajith Ramnaths conversation with

Harass miyas, pay them less, Assam Police will protect you: Himanta

Gauhati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma triggered outrage once again after he went on an unhinged tirade, suggesting that people tormen

Imtiaz Alis next feature film to release in June 2026

New Delhi: Filmmaker Imtiaz Alis new film with actor-musician Diljit Dosanjh has a new release date of June 12, 2026, the makers announced on Thu

Australian Open 2026: Aryna Sabalenka beats Svitolina to reach final

Sabalenka will seek her third title at Melbourne Park when she plays the final on January 31, 2026.

Decision significant to protect Sanatan values, says Giriraj as Supreme Court stays UGC equity rules

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav took to X and said, May no one be oppressed, nor injustice done to anyone, may no tyranny or excess be infli

Gold, silver prices to remain elevated amid global uncertainties: Economic Survey

The survey highlighted that both gold and silver touched lifetime highs during 2025, reflecting heightened global uncertainty and strong safe-hav

Watch: Women and their mental health journeys

There is a need to move away from episodic interventions for mental illness and provide longitudinal care, said experts at a session on Resilienc

Economic Survey 2025-26: High, rising mobility costs evident; RRTS expansion offers hope

Cities need to prioritise the movement of people, not vehicles, notes Economic Survey 2025-2026

Economic Survey 2025-26: Rupee valuation does not accurately reflect Indias stellar economic fundamentals

The rupee hit an all-time low of 92.00 against the American currency, weighed down by steady dollar demand and a cautious global mood

FPIs flow remained volatile in FY26 on global uncertainty, capital shift towards AI-hubs: Economic Survey

As a result, there was a BOP deficit of $6.4 billion in H1 FY26 compared to a surplus of $23.8 billion in H1 FY25, which was funded by a decline

CMCA to celebrate 18th Traffic Police Day in Bengaluru on January 30

The celebration reflects CMCAs 26-year commitment to citizenship education and community engagement

Agoda Launches Agoda Impact Lab at ASEAN Tourism Forum

Canton Fair Highlights YearRound Gifts and Dcor Supply at February Industry Thematic Event

Indonesia Couple Caned 140 Times For Sex Outside Marriage, Alcohol

Sharia police caned a couple 140 times each in Indonesia's Aceh province for having sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol.

India should consider age-based limits for social media, chief economic adviser says

NEW DELHI, Jan 29 (Reuters) Indias chief economic adviser called on the government to set age-based limits on access to social media apps to cou

Supreme Court Stays UGC 2026 Rules, 2012 Regulations Continue: Key Differences

UGC 2026 Rules: The UGC Regulations, 2026, notified on January 13, required all higher education institutions to set up Equity Committees represe

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Reducing CNC Machine Downtime Through Smart Simulation Strategies

A common scenario involves a production manager who recently spent $3,400 fixing a spindle collision. Thirty seconds of simulation wouldve caught

ACB unearths properties disproportionate to income of a home guard in Vizianagaram district

LS Speaker hails success of 28th CSPOC 2026

New Delhi: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday informed the House about the successful conduct of the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presidin

Economic Survey 2026: Public and private hands must team up to deliver Indias next infra growth

Economic Survey 2026: India is making significant strides in infrastructure development, blending public investment with the dynamism of the priv

Tamil Nadu SIR: SC directs ECI to display logical discrepancies at public places

The Bench also allowed affected persons to submit their documents or objections through their authorised representative, such as Booth Level Agen

Digital Addiction Emerging As Major Concern In Children And Youth: Economic Survey 2025-26

Digital addiction is growing as a significant health problem among children and the youth and is also contributing to the mental health crisis in

Architectural exhibition on Prophets Mosque opens to visitors in Madinah

An exhibition tracing the architectural history of the Prophet Mohammeds (PBUH) mosque has opened in Madinah in Saudi Arabia, giving visitors a c

India's Textile Exporters Pin Hopes On EU Deal After US Tariff Blow

India's textile and apparel exporters, hit by 50 per cent US tariffs imposed late in August, are banking on this week's trade agreement with the

From outsourcing to ownership: Kothari Industrial eyes Kickers IP

Through the IP rights, the company will be able to supply Kickers shoes in India, and to countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, U

Watch: Running an amazing restaurant requires a village to come together

A conversation on Indias culinary culture, the passion and grit behind its most sought-after tables, and the stories of chefs carving space in a

Rare Blood-Red Aurora Lights Up Ladakh Sky After Powerful Solar Storm Strikes Earth

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by a fast coronal mass ejection from the Sun produced rare red aurora over Hanle, Ladakh, on January 1920,

US, Denmark Start Talks Over Greenland Deal To Assuage Trump

US, Danish, and Greenlandic officials met Wednesday to discuss a new framework deal over Greenland, an attempt to satisfy President Donald Trump'

Watch: The Hindu Editorial | Mature and pragmatic: On India-EU FTA

The India-EU free trade agreement marks a major milestone, offering near-zero tariffs on most goods and strategic protections for sensitive secto

Watch: Wahaj Ali turns Mahira Khans ex in viral ad video

Hyderabad: The Pakistani entertainment industry has delivered several hit onscreen couples that fans continue to cherish. Now, another much-await

Economic Survey 2025-26: Indias services sector emerged as a stabilising force amidst global uncertainty

Going forward, sustaining Indias position in the global services market will depend on productivity gains, continued innovation, ongoing investme

India should cut tax on debt instruments to reduce cost of capital, economic adviser says

India's annual economic survey recommends reducing the cost of capital by diversifying financing beyond banks and lowering taxes on debt instrume

Economic Survey 2026: 'Swadeshi' is the way for self-reliance against external shocks

India's economic future hinges on disciplined Swadeshi, moving beyond naive globalisation. The nation must build strategic indispensability by st

Private sector seeks anchor contracts as Dept of Space struggles to use funds

The gap between what the industry wants and what the Department of Space needs has never been wider

18,000 job fairs helped place 2.22 cr people in a year: Govt

Over 2.22 crore individuals secured jobs through 18,000 job fairs nationwide in the past year. The government highlights growing employment and a

Eco Survey flags critical lessons tariff-plagued India could learn from its pharma cos

Economic Survey: The TRIPS shift had challenged the very foundation of India's competitive advantage, reverse engineering and cost-efficient proc

Amazon's Jeff Bezos shares one mindset you need to start a company, world's No. 3 richest man says, 'If you get half your job to be fun...'

Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and tech billionaire, has admitted that work cannot be enjoyable all the time, adding that even afe=ter stepping down

Govt may raise EPF wage ceiling to expand social security coverage

The government is likely to increase the ceiling of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) framework from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per month. Following

Indias civil aviation sector on sustained growth trajectory, says Survey

New Delhi: Indias civil aviation sector is on a sustained growth trajectory, helped by a conducive policy environment, rising demand and steady i

Economic Survey calls for tackling rising digital addiction as it hits academic performance, productivity

A major challenge in addressing digital addiction in India is the lack of comprehensive national data on its prevalence and mental health effects

Watch: India and her futures: Gopalkrishna Gandhi, T.M. Krishna

In the opening session of India and Her Futures at the Hindu Pavilion on January 18, 2026, moral historian Gopalkrishna Gandhi remarked that reli

Chowmahalla Palace opens its doors after hours with curated royal experiences

A guided night tour, royal dining and music inside the Nizams former seat

Watch: Dramatic River Of Snow Seen Flowing Through Himachal Village After Heavy Snowfall

Experts note that while breathtaking, such rapid snow flows are highly dangerous in steep mountainous terrain.

In poll-bound Kerala, big announcements and welfare sops mark 2026-27 State Budget

Finance Minister K.N. Balagopals Budget speech includes a populist mix of big-ticket announcements and welfare sops, notably a proposal to make u

Union Budget 2026: Economic Survey tabled, parliament prepares for key debates

Parliament's Budget Session is set for a busy agenda. Discussions will cover the President's Address and the Union Budget. Opposition parties hav

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Rashmika Mandannas Heavy Suit Looks Are Pure Royalcore Energy

From rich reds to royal greens, these heavy ethnic suits prove how traditional silhouettes can still feel powerful, modern, and unforgettable.

Economic Survey: Labour reforms could add 1.25% to GDP by FY30

Survey flags gains from higher formalisation, productivity and worker welfare

Kannada actor Mayur Patel booked for drunken driving after multiple-vehicle accident on HAL Airport Road in Bengaluru

The accident occurred around 10 p.m. on January 28 when Patel, who was at the wheel, allegedly rammed into a car that had halted at the traffic s

Saudi Arabia launches projects worth SAR 2.5 bn in Makkah, Jeddah

The Deputy Emir of Makkah, Prince Saud bin Mishaal, on Wednesday, January 28, launched 17 development projects worth SAR 2.5 billion in Makkah an

Man climbs 150-ft mobile tower after love affair setback in Jharkhand

Bokaro: A young man from Madhya Pradesh climbed atop a 150-foot mobile tower in Jharkhands Bokaro district and threatened to die by suicide over

Realme P4 Power 5G launched with 10,001 mAh battery in India

The Chinese smartphone maker also introduced Buds Clip earbuds and a cabled 20,000 mAh powerbank

Opinion: Opinion | Crack Team, Internal Unity: Inside BJP's Bengal Election War Room

As the political adagio of West Bengal builds towards the upcoming assembly elections in March-April 2026, one cannot help but observe the intric

Explained: Why The Union Budget Is Presented On February 1 Every Year

The finance minister presents the Budget every year on February 1, but it wasn't always the case.

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Kerala Budget 2026-27 Announces Life, Accident Insurance Scheme For School Children

Members of Kerala's Green Army (Haritha Karma Sena), autorickshaw, taxi, and lottery workers, along with school children, will receive accident a

Economic Survey calls for marathon-and-sprint strategy amid global turbulence

India faces a complex global landscape. The Economic Survey 2025-26 advises a dual approach, balancing long-term goals with immediate needs. Buil

Medaram Jathara: Holiday for Govt. Offices, Educational Institutes in Mulugu on Jan. 30

In lieu of the holiday declared on January 30, February 14, which is the second Saturday, will be the working day

Supreme Court puts the brakes on new UGC rules; protesters relieved

Watch: Publishing in the age of infinite voices: curation or chaos?

A conversation on navigating abundance and how editors and publishers shape meaning, amplify voices, and find coherence in an era of endless stor

Actor Mayur Patel Booked for Drunk Driving After a Multi-Car Crash

The actor was immediately taken into custody and subjected to a medical examination, which confirmed that he consumed alcohol at the time of driv

Kerala FM K N Balagopal calls for unity among communities, refers to US tariffs in Budget speech

During the presentation of the 2026-27 budget, Kerala's Finance Minister K N Balagopal emphasized the vital role of unity among Keralites for the

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T.N. government identifies suitable promotional posts for persons with disabilities in Secretariat

Reform Express Is Gaining Speed: PM Modi sets tone ahead of Union Budget 2026 | Full Speech

Orry calls Ibrahim Ali Khan besharam, sparks new fight

Mumbai: The internet is buzzing with the ongoing feud between content creator Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, and actress Sara Ali Kha

Sheikh Hasina Denounces Upcoming Bangladesh Polls From Her Exile In India

Bangladesh's ousted leader Sheikh Hasina has slammed the country's upcoming election after her party was barred from the polls, remarks that coul

21 Killed In Building Fire Near Kolkata, 28 Still Missing

The devastating fire reduced to ashes two godowns and a manufacturing unit of a momo company in South 24 Parganas district on January 26.

Rs 76 Lakh For Minister Azharuddin's Telangana House Repair Work Sparks Row

According to official orders issued by the Roads and Buildings Department, the funds have been approved under the capital outlay for government r

Economic Survey 2026: India wants to use AI to solve real-world problems, not for hype

Economic Survey 2026: India is focusing its Artificial Intelligence strategy on solving everyday problems. This plan prioritises economic and soc

Economic Survey 2025-26: Centre remains well on track to achieve 4.4% fiscal deficit target for FY26

According to the survey, the central government's fiscal trajectory stands out for combining consolidation with sustained public investment, earn

Economic Survey 2026 tells why Indians behave in the metro but not in buses

The Economic Survey 2025-26 argues that public behavior is driven by contextual design and institutional trust, not culture. Systems with clear d

Expanding network of FTAs supports Indias trade strategy: Survey

New Delhi: The expanding network of free trade agreements (FTAs) finalised by India over the years is supporting the countrys trade strategy by p

Global gold demand crosses 5,000 tonnes in 2025: WGC

Mumbai: Global demand for gold has crossed 5,000 tonnes to reach a new all-time high in 2025, mainly driven by investments, the World Gold Counci

Vague and can be misused: SC stays 2026 UGC regulations

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, January 29, stayed a recent University Grants Commission (UGC) regulation after various pleas were file

Samantha, Raj Nidimoru Share Fun Moments at Pickleball Event

Samantha is making her Telugu comeback with Maa Inti Bangaram, directed by Nandini Reddy

New Videos Show Alex Pretti Fight With Officers 11 days Before His Death

The January 13 fight was captured in a pair of videos that show Pretti shouting an expletive at the federal officers and struggling with them.

Encounter breaks out between Naxalites and cops in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur

Bijapur: An encounter broke out between security personnel and Naxalites in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district on Thursday, a police official said. T

Kerala Budget 2026 | 28.5% of State Plan allocated for strengthening local self-government institutions

Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal says grants to local bodies based on the recommendations of the Central Finance Commission have declined sharply

J&K to Observe Two-Minute Silence on Martyrs Day at Civil Secretariat

Jammu, Jan 29: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed the observance of a two-minute silence on January 30, 2026, at 11:00 am in memory of

Agriculture sector faces climate, water challenges despite growth: Economic Survey 2026

India's agriculture sector is vital for national development. While growth is evident, challenges like climate change and productivity gaps persi

Injection, Instagram Post, Viral Video: Mystery Shrouds Rajasthan Sadhvi Prem Baisa's Death

Sadhvi Prem Baisa was brought to a private hospital in Jodhpur on Wednesday evening from her Boranada ashram by her father, with doctors declarin

Renault Duster reborn: Hybrid technology, bold design and a premium interior

Renault Duster returns at a time when Indias mid-size SUV segment is fiercely contested than ever. Re-imagined from the ground up, the new-genera

Economic Survey calls for urea price hike, direct cash transfer to farmers

Economic Survey: The proposed shift from input subsidy to income support aims to correct a three-decade-old imbalance in fertiliser use that is d

New KTM 390 Adventure R brings lightweight, globally-developed adventure touring to India

The international-spec KTM 390 Adventure R arrives in India with a clear focus on off-road ability. It aims to balance touring comfort, modern el

UGC Rule Row Live: Supreme Court Stays 2026 Rules, Why 2012 Norms Now Matter

UGC New Rule Row Live: The Supreme Court directed all higher education institutions to continue following the UGC Regulations, 2012, until furthe