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Bihar posts 13.1% growth in 2024-25, surpasses national average: economic survey

Despite the positive economic performance, Bihar continues to have the lowest per capita income in the country, says economist.

5,500 free dhoti, saree sets seized in Erode

Union Budget 2026: No influence of issues with U.S. in customs duty cuts, says Nirmala Sitharaman

The Finance Minister added that the Centre has already started using cess proceeds, usually its domain exclusively, in matters that are in the St

Mysuru MP welcomes Union Budget, says it aims to realise Developed India

Hailing the budget as people-centric, Mysuru MP Wadiyar claimed the proposed COSMOS training centre to significantly benefit people in the region

FAPCCI, VCCI and AP Chambers praise Union Budget

CPI(M) will make Dhanaraj martyrs fund accounts public, says Govindan

Party will disclose the accounts at a press conference on February 6, following a directive from the State leadership to clear doubts among cadre

D55: Rowdy Baby duo Dhanush and Sai Pallavi reunite for Amaran directors next

The film, also starring Sreeleela, has music scored by Sai Abyankkar

Online pet registration system stalled despite dogbite incidents in Tiruchi

Agency was appointed to develop the portal and it was to be streamlined by May 2025; design and operational framework of the portal yet to be fin

Harish Rao faults SIT chiefs view on phone-tapping case

State govt. urged to pass strict law to protect employees from assault

Through staff are working under immense pressure, abuse and attacks from the public have been increasing, says association

First motorised TAVI in govt. sector performed at Kannur Medical College Hospital

Visakhapatnam Port Authority to approve Dugarajapatnam port SPV on February 6

VPA Deputy Chairperson says the Dugarajapatnam port is a crucial part of the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 and the SPV is the next logical step

Sambhal mosque seeks permission for loudspeaker installation ahead of Ramzan

Committee president Zafar Ali, in a letter to the district magistrate on February 2, said a loudspeaker was required during Ramzan so that the Im

Two more mobile phones seized from Parappana Agarahara Central Prison

Ganta seeks cancellation of YSRCPs recognition

Telangana Fire department launches intensive safety inspections within ORR limits

With state government backing, this Assam startup is reimagining travel and sustainability

Encamp Adventures is building tourism technology from Assam, combining curated journeys with digital tools for scale. Backed by incubation and fi

Union Budget has neglected States wildlife conflict crisis: Forest Minister

Budget 2026: Activists flag opacity, underfunding in rural jobs schemes

Activists say 30,000 crore for MGNREGS is unclear and likely to be absorbed by dues; warn Centres 95,692 crore for VBGRAMG is far below whats nee

APSDC to hold job melas in Hindupur, Rayachoti on February 04

Mandal Revenue Inspector caught taking 20,000 bribe by ACB in Nalgonda

Gold rebounds to Rs 1.48 lakh/10g after early slump

New Delhi: Gold prices recovered to Rs 1.48 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Monday, February 2, after an early sharp fall that triggered th

Bengaluru-Karwar special train for Shivaratri

T.N. simplifies procedure for government employees to go on personal foreign trips

BJP national president Nitin Nabin to visit Kerala on February 6, 7

Mr. Nabin is scheduled to review the partys preparations for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections

Saudi suspends Haj, Umrah travel agencies for not meeting standards

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has suspended contracts with 1,800 travel agencies due to performance shortcomings, the Ministry of Haj and Umrah announced

Coimbatore Corporation to identify construction debris collection sites zone-wise

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Jubilee Hills, Hyderabads hub of garden cafes: 10 Spots to visit

Hyderabad is slowly turning into a city of beautiful green corners. Amid traffic, glass buildings and busy schedules, there are cafes that feel l

Russia is trying to de-escalate Iran tensions, Kremlin says

Asked if Russia was discussing with Iran and the United States the possibility of taking Iranian enriched uranium, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Pe

Coimbatore Corporation appoints senior horticulture officer to oversee Semmozhi Poonga maintenance

NTPC Kayamkulam retirees meet at Cheppad

Peravur North Colony residents seek basic amenities

Wearing black, Mamata along with SIR-affected families meets CEC in Delhi

New Delhi, Feb 2 (PTI) Wearing black shawls as a mark of protest, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee along with some SIR-affected familie

Body found on church premises in Telangana

Hyderabad: In a shocking incident, a dead body was found on the premises of a Church in Telanganas Kamareddy district on Sunday, February 2. Acco

Toddler dies after rabies injection in govt hospital in Telangana

Hyderabad: The family of a two-and-a-half-year-old girl has accused Kamareddys Government General Hospital of medical negligence when the child d

Top news of the day: Rahul Gandhi and Rajnath Singh spar over Chinese aggression allegations; Supreme Court issues notice over anti conversion law, and more

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T20 World Cup countdown: Former champions Sri Lanka, Australia eye redemption

The two have chosen to retain most of their 2024 squad rather than make wholesale changes; Zimbabwe will be no pushover while Ireland and Oman co

Jana Nayagan censor row: Cant reveal anything, says CBFC Regional Officer

All our examination process is confidential. We cannot reveal anything until a certificate is issued, says CBFC Chennai Regional Officer D. Balam

Sports ministry looks to revive India GP Formula 1

It would not be easy, however, with an already packed calendar of 24 races an average of two per month and growing interest from more countries

BIFFES 2026: Mahesh Narayanan on working with Mammootty and Mohnalal in Patriot

Malayalam filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan said working with Mammootty and Mohanlal in Patriot has been about flipping the script by focusing on storyt

Grammy Awards 2026: Full list of winners

Hyderabad: The 68th Annual Grammy Awards took place in Los Angeles on February 1, 2026, celebrating the biggest achievements in music from the pa

Congress condemns Centre for replacing MGNREGA job scheme

Congress launches Kadakku Purathu digital offensive against LDF

The KPCC is attempting to turn Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans own words into a political weapon, framing the campaign as a public demand for hi

Four rob private firm employee of 31.38 lakh in Bannerghatta

Congress spokesperson accuses NCB of behaving like BJPs agent

KPCC spokesperson M. Lakshman challenges the NCB to provide evidence of drug seizures at a phenyl manufacturing facility in Hebbal

SiriusXM agrees to $28 million settlement heres who qualifies and how to claim your share

SiriusXM faces a $28 million penalty to resolve claims of systemic Do Not Call Registry violations. The legal settlement covers unauthorized tele

43 injured in jallikattu in Pudukottai

BTC USD price drops to $77,000: Why is Bitcoin crashing today? Inside the key forces driving the crypto's sudden bearish turn

Bitcoin BTC USD price crash: Bitcoin's price dropped sharply to near $77,000 on Monday, marking its lowest point since last April. Heavy liquidat

Defence minister approves grant of 'Miniratna' Category-I status to Yantra India

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has granted Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited. This strategic move reinforces the Aatmanirbhar B

Groundhog Day 2026: Who is Punxsutawney Phil and what happens today?

Groundhog Day returns on Feb. 2 as Punxsutawney Phil and Staten Island Chuck get ready to predict the arrival of spring after a frigid, snow-fill

Traders associations governing body to decide on which party to support

Next Stop: Roswalt Realty Oshiwara

Mumbai Metro Station Gets a New Identity as Roswalt Realty Takes Naming Rights for a Year

Budget seeks to attract global business and investment providing fillip to toll manufacturing, MAT exemptions

The finance minister proposed five-year exemption for toll manufacturing of electronic goods in India alongsiderationalisation of the MAT regime

J&K | Army Inaugurates High-Mast Tricolour At Rajouris Usman Memorial

Jammu, Feb 2: The Army on Monday inaugurated a 62-foot high-mast national flag at the historic Usman Memorial in Jhangar in Jammu and Kashmirs Ra

Siddaramaiah trying to become leader of South India, says Vijayendra

in response to the Union Budget, the Chief Minister has tried to instigate the Southern states against the Centre, the BJP state president says

7 foods people are eating to boost metabolic resilience

Metabolic resiliencethe bodys ability to maintain stable energy, blood sugar, and insulin levelsis now a top health priority. In 2026, people are

Chief Minister Stalin inaugurates renovated Poompuhar tourism complex

China's top general probe to 'remove obstacles' in military: State media

The defence ministry said last month it was investigating Zhang, the vice chairman of the powerful Central Military Commission (CMC), as well as

Evening news wrap: Parliament witnesses showdown as Rahul quotes Naravane memoir; Sanjay Raut calls Ajit Pawars death suspicious; & more

Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha speech ignited a storm by quoting an unpublished Army chief memoir, leading to protests. Mamata Banerjee clashed with De

From City Streets to Sandy Beaches: How Sunscreen Protects You Everywhere

You step out of your apartment on a Monday morning, latte in hand, feeling like the main character. Five minutes into the commute, the sun is alr

Kennedy Center will close for 2 years for renovations in July: Trump after performers' backlash

The head of artistic programming for the centre abruptly left his post last week, less than two weeks after being named to the job; a spokesperso

Fixing the weakest link: AI-driven complaint handling and UGC equity regulations

The complaint-handling mechanism lies at the core of UGC regulations, yet it remains the most fragile element of campus governance. In many HEIs,

Govt raises limit for bringing duty-free imported goods to Rs 75,000

New Delhi: The government on Sunday, February 1, raised the limit for passengers bringing duty-free imported goods into India from Rs 50,000 to R

'Arrogant, liar': Mamata attacks EC chief after SIR meet, asks why Bengal being targeted

Rail Budget 2026: Key Announcements

Union Budget: 23 out of 25 Schemes Named After PM Face Steep Cuts

Overall, allocations have dropped by nearly 30% from 2,63,998 crore in the BE to 1,85,597 crore in the RE.

NYC faces longest deep freeze in 65 years heres the exact date temperatures finally rise

New York City is facing an extreme winter cold spell with temperatures staying below freezing for many days. Weather experts say this could becom

As violence and instability spread in Syria, ISIS is reorganising and regaining strength: Rohilat Afrin

YPJ commander in chief Rohilat Afrin talks about the fighting in North and East Syria, prospects for peace and stability in the country and the f

Gold in your old SIM cards? One man says he pulled over Rs 26 lakh worth of gold from e-waste

A Chinese man, dubbed 'The Alchemist,' has extracted nearly 200,000 yuan worth of gold from two tonnes of electronic waste, including SIM cards.

Gold rate prediction: J.P. Morgan reveals expected Gold price for 2026. Here are latest numbers

Gold price prediction: Gold rate fell more than 9.8 per cent on January 30, in its sharpest one-day drop since 1983, and extended its fall on Mon

Anahat, Krishna win titles

Government Shutdown 2026: Will the House vote today to reopen the government - here are all the updates

More than 1 million federal workers remain impacted as the 2026 government shutdown enters day three. The House is expected to vote today to reop

EMotorad Enters Guinness World Records for Delivering Largest Electric Bicycles in Kuppam

Kuppam in Andhra Pradesh is a model constituency and one of the nations fastest developing cities advancing rapidly in infrastructure, industries

7 antioxidant-rich foods for better skin and anti-aging

Fighting age from within is real. These seven everyday foods pack serious antioxidants that combat wrinkles, boost collagen, and keep your skin g

AIADMK demands Bharat Ratna for J Jayalalithaa

Members of Parliament voiced concerns in the Rajya Sabha. A call was made for the Bharat Ratna for J Jayalalithaa. Proposals included a National

Olive by Embassy launches two tech-enabled hotels in Pune

The launch anchors Olives expansion in western India, with plans to grow to 40 hotels by 2030, while national ambitions include over 100 new loca

The Video Game That Transforms Gamers Into Scammers

In this first-person interactive live-action movie game, you are no longer a bystander but the lead protagonist who is going to lead the scamster

Union Budget 2026: CA Abhay Bhutada Shares Views on Key Economic Priorities

Foodies guide: What to eat at Hyderabads Numaish before it ends

With only 14 days left for Hyderabads beloved Numaish to end, the Nampally exhibition ground is witnessing huge crowds with every passing day. Wh

ICC right to pull up Pakistan for boycotting Indo-Pak fixture: Rajeev Shukla

New Delhi, Feb 2: BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla on Monday said the the International Cricket Council (ICC) was right in warning Pakistan of s

Iran president orders talks with US as President Trump hopeful of deal

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, local media said Monday, after US leader Donal

International Cancer Organizations Work Together to Meet the Needs of Women with Cancer in Vietnam

7 plant-forward foods that are actually replacing heavy meat diets now

In 2026, the shift toward plant-forward eating is no longer about labels like vegan or vegetarianits about flavor, gut health, and sustainability

Historic Grammy Win for Golden Sparks Celebrations in South Korea

'Golden' sparks debate on K-pop classification, but its Grammy win marks a key moment for South Korean pop culture after 'Parasite's' global succ

India leads a Global Vision for Patient Safety at Day 1 of Apollo Hospitals International Health Dialogue 2026

Delhi: Mamata confronts police, asks for sensitivity towards SIR-affected families

New Delhi: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday, February 2, confronted the security personnel deployed outside Delhis Banga Bhaw

Quote of the day by Cate Blanchett: 'If you know you are going to fail, then fail gloriously'

Cate Blanchett, a celebrated actress known for her daring roles, has achieved critical acclaim and commercial success across diverse cinematic ge

Activists flag opacity, underfunding in rural jobs Budget

Activists say 30,000 crore for MGNREGS is unclear and likely to be absorbed by dues; warn Centres 95,692 crore for VBGRAMG is far below whats nee

Why Watches Are a Top Choice This Valentines Day Gift Sale 2026