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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 con

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) lea

T.N. Assembly poll: Congress identifies 70seats to field candidates

No force can destroy unity in DMK-led alliance: Stalin

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

Marathon promotes cancer awareness

Debating Union Budget 2026 as turning point or tinkering

Budget 2026-27 needs to be read in the context of much geopolitical turmoil

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

Vizags Koney Sridhar appointed member of Hindi Advisory Committee

Madras Canine Clubs dog show concludes with grand finale

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) pr

AP To Opt for Ship Building, Repair Cluster Mentioned in Union Budget

Duggarajapatnam SPV, long coastline boosts states shipping prospects

Union Budget 2026 bets big on industrial growth

The Budget has a slew of long- and short-term measures with a view to maintain continuity over short-term policy stimuli

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 worke

Giving wings to aspirations: Budget lays the groundwork for competitive manufacturing, resilient supply chains and inclusive growth

Budget 2026: India's latest budget prioritizes manufacturing and supply chain strength for Viksit Bharat. It boosts public spending and outlines

Credible and creditable: On Union Budget 2026-27

The Union Budget 2026-27 chose prudence over adventurism, and multipronged measures over Big Bang reforms

Activists express concerns over Odisha government turning a blind eye to depletion of mineral resources

The government is facilitating mineral extraction by large corporate houses without taking a long-term view of resource sustainability, says Ling

Ukraine talks set for next week as cold sweeps country

Ukraine and Russia will meet for U.S.-backed talks in Abu Dhabi next week. President Zelenskyy confirmed the February 4-5 dates. Ukrainians face

Extracting rare earth elements from fly ash is akin to searching needle in a hay stack, say researchers

Pointing out that fly ash has REEs at 0.04% by weight, they say monazite sand is a better alternative as it has REE content up to 60%

Budget 2026: Customs levy on personal imports halved to 10%; high-end electronic goods, apparel may see lower landed costs

The government has also signalled higher duty-free allowances for Indians returning from overseas travel, potentially widening the benefit for fr

Srinagar youth providebrave new voice amid silence, despair: Mehbooba Mufti

Scores of girls also attended the PDP initiative and highlighted the issues the new generation was facing when it comes to employment and politic

Ambati Rambabu remanded to 14 days judicial custody

No trace of nuclear submarine near Moscow despite Trump's threat: Dmitry Medvedev

Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's Security Council deputy chairman, praised Donald Trump as an effective leader seeking peace, though Moscow has found no

Mamata Banerjee to meet CEC Gyanesh Kumar

The Chief Minister has written six letters to the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on the issue of SIR over the past few months. In the

Budget 2026: Job creation and skill development top the agenda

In an era of economic transformation, the Union Budget puts a spotlight on job creation and skill enhancement, laying the groundwork for a robust

Borrowing to build: Govt bets on capex as fiscal deficit stays on track

Government borrowing is increasingly financing capital expenditure, boosting economic growth potential as effective capital spending surpasses th

Bangladesh aid cut by half; no fund for Chabahar Port in Union Budget 2026

India's budget reveals shifts in foreign aid. Assistance to Bangladesh is halved. No funds are allocated for the Chabahar Port project in Iran. O

National Fibre scheme to integrate various schemes for natural and man-made fibres under Textiles Ministry

We are aiming to double the countrys textile value chain from the existing $170 billion to $350 billion by 2030, P. Sivakumar says

Budget unveils wide-ranging steps to sustain growth momentum: FM

In her latest address, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled a budget dedicated to long-term growth strategies. Highlights include signifi

YSRC Says Union Budget Shortchanges Andhra Pradesh

Reddy said the primary highlight of the budget was fiscal consolidation.

Nearing one year of Presidents Rule in Manipur, BJP MLAs and alliance partners called to Delhi for meeting

Members of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from both Kuki-Zo and Meitei communities were headed to New Delhi to attend the meeting

Budget 2026: 'Historic budget lays road map for Viksit Bharat', says PM Modi

In a bold statement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Union Budget as both groundbreaking and visionary. With a clear focus on uplifting w

Union Budget 2026: MSMEs get three-pronged support plan

India is launching a significant support plan for micro, small, and medium enterprises. This initiative will provide equity, liquidity, and profe

No freebies, only long-term support for poll-bound states in Budget 2026

The Union budget prioritizes long-term growth for poll-bound states. New projects include rare earth mineral corridors in Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

State Highways Dept. commences work on bridge across Palar river

The 17.65-crore high-level bridge across Viruthasiri river is expected to benefit residents of at least 28 surrounding villages

Union Budget 202627: Tourism Gets Intent, But Falls Short on Structural Reforms, Says Tourism Committee of FTCCI

D. Ramchandram pointed out that India still lacked a comprehensive and contemporary National Tourism Policy aligned with global best practices

80,000 crore disinvestment & asset lease target for FY27

With an eye on fiscal strength, the government is targeting a significant 80,000 crore through disinvestment and asset monetisation by the end of

Watch: No specific giveaways for poll-bound states in Budget 2026 The Hindu Reporters Explain

The Hindus reporters across these States to understand the allocations and the political reactions on the ground.

Resist efforts to revive unscientific practices: Kerala CM

Responding to the changing realities

A significant highlight of the Budget is its focus on bridging education with employment and enterprise

Hunt for ultras intensified on Day 15 of Op Trashi-I

Watch: Union Budget 2026 | The big economic priorities explained

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1st presented her ninth Union Budget and the third of the Narendra Modi governments third term

India hikes defence budget by 15% to 7.85 lakh crore; 'It's huge', says Rajnath Singh, thanks PM modi

Union Budget 2026: Low-income families contend with low earnings and high spending

Union Budget 2026: no big relief for middle-class tax payers

Union Budget 2026: CPI protests lack of allocations to Andhra Pradesh

Budget allocation for PM E-DRIVE reduced to 1,500 crore

But, PLI for auto increased by more than 110 per cent to 5,940 crore in FY27

Budget 2026: Allocation for Labour Ministry intact; Budget ignored unemployment, say trade unions

Trade unions said the Budget reduced capital investment to corporate investment

New scheme for coconut, cocoa, cashew and sandalwood announced in Budget

Allocation for the scheme was 350 crore with farmers organisations like All India Kisan Sabha stating that the new initiative was just another rh

Belligerent and uncomplicated pocket-dynamite Kishan is here to stay

The 27-year-old, with a whirlwind outing against New Zealand, has overtaken Samson in the race to be Indias wicketkeeper-batter/opener for the T2

DC Edit | Budget Underwhelming, A Huge Missed Opportunity

Except for offering a tax holiday for data centres set up by foreign investors, the Budget had nothing worthwhile, either in terms of incentives

Budget session | Not only post but seat of Dy Speaker also remains nameless in J&K Assy

Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Feb 01: The seating arrangement for the upcoming 2ndbudget session of the Legislative Assembly of the Union Territory (

STT hike to address systemic risks, curb excessive speculation in futures and options: Govt

Addressing the media here after the Budget 2026-27 was presented, Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava said the intent to increase STT on futures

WPL-4: Capitals survive a minor scare, meet Giants in Eliminator

The loss pushes UP Warriorz to the last spot, and also knocks out defending champion Mumbai Indians

Budget 2026-27 gives nothing to Karnataka, no high-speed rail for Bengaluru: Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar

Shivakumar also accused the Centre of weakening MGNREGA, ignoring farmers' concerns, and failing to revise sugar prices and MSP, warning that sug

Budget 2026-27 aimed at empowering poor and increasing farmers' income: PM Modi [Watch]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Union Budget 2026 will empower the poor, increase farmers' income and strengthen villages while b

Health Profile: CM Unveils Plan for Medical Tests for 72 Lakh People

Digital health profiles and early diagnosis to drive Healthy Andhra Pradesh

Fiscal Deficit of States to be Capped at 3 Percent: Finance Commission

The Commission has recommended that States should completely discontinue the practice of incurring off-budget borrowings bringing all such borrow

Budget FY27: Indias growth, reforms, inclusive development take center stage

New Delhi, Feb 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for 2026-27 in the Lok Sabha on Sunday, emphasising Indias susta

Tharoor criticizes Union Budget 2026, says 'Honestly, this is an underwhelming budget'

Operation to track down 3 holed-up terrorists underway in Kishtwar

Jammu Tawi, Feb 1: Security forces on Sunday resumed their cordon and search operation in the snowbound area of Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar distr

TGSRTC Wraps Up Medaram Operations

City services are expected to gradually go back to normal

Two men who opposed harassment of Muslim shopkeeper booked in Uttarakhand

FIR lodged against members of right-wing groups who blocked a national highway to express anger over the intervention of Deepak Kumar and Vijay R

Union Budget continuation of injustice to Telangana, say BRS leaders KTR, Harish Rao

Ranji Trophy | Rearguard effort helpsChhattisgarh denies Hyderabad a win

Amandeeps big unbeaten ton complemented by DevAdityashalf-century, and their unbroken 193 run stand for ninth wicket, forces a stalemate

Grammys 2026 live streaming: Where can I watch the Grammys 2026? What time does Grammy start? Who is performing at 68th Grammy Awards?

Grammys 2026: Grammy Awards 2026 is being held on Sunday night. Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter are set to rock the stage

KCR Questioned By Probe Team At His Hyderabad Home In Phone Tapping Case

Former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao was on Sunday questioned by the Telangana Police SIT at his residence here in connection with a case re

Mamata Banerjee moves Supreme Court against Bengal SIR; Election Commission and state poll body made parties in case

Ram Temple Construction To End By April 30; Estimated Cost Rs 1,900 Crore

All construction work related to the Ram temple in Ayodhya is expected to be completed by April 30, with the overall cost of the project estimate

Congress Rebel Candidates Likely To Hurt Winning Prospects of Party Nominees

Multiple nominations and ticket confusion threaten vote split across wards

5 Linked To Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Detained In Rohit Shetty House Firing: Cops

Gunshots were fired at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence in Mumbai on Sunday, leading to the detention of five persons in Pune, with the prelimi

Ranji Trophy | Devdutt Padikkals incredible century powers Karnataka into quarterfinals

The skipper leads from the front with an unbeaten 120; the visitors, desperate for a win to stay alive, chase down 250 in under 28 overs

16th Finance Commission Report: A Setback for TG, Tax Devolution Increased by Just 0.072%

Centre's tax devolution to all states for 2026-27: `15,26,254.58-crore

Watch: Snow Leopard Family Spotted In Himalayas In Stunning Footage

The Border Roads Organisation shared a viral clip of a family of three snow leopards walking in tandem in the upper reaches of the Himalayas.

Union Budget Gives Major Push To Natural Farming, Infrastructure in AP

The minister said the Centres strong emphasis on natural farming, with an allocation of 155.32 crore for its expansion in AP, reflected the centr

SANJAYOVACHA | Modi-Sitharaman Budgets Miss The Woods For Trees | Sanjaya Baru

The annual Economic Survey, prepared by the Union governments chief economic adviser and his team, who work within the portals of the Union finan

Jogi Rameshs House Torched, Jagan Alleges Jungle Raj

Flames and thick smoke were seen billowing into the skies, spreading panic among residents

High-Speed Rail To Link Hyderabad, Pune Could Be a Reality

High-speed rail corridors promise faster, more affordable travel and an economic boost

Budget 2026 Lays Strong Foundation For Indias Biopharma Growth

The Budget proposes setting up three National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education And Research, upgrades to seven existing institutes, and ove

Russian drone strike kills 15 in Dnipro as Zelenskyy says more Russia-Ukraine talks next week

A Russian drone strike on Dnipro killed 15 mineworkers, hours after peace talks were rescheduled. The attack, targeting energy sector workers, in

X down outage: What is going on with Elon Musk's Twitter?

Twitter down: There were more than 19,281 reports of issues with the social media platform 'X'.

Budget 2026: Health, AYUSH Get Push, Public Health Gaps Remain, Say Experts

Experts noted that public health spending continues to remain below the target of 2.5 per cent of the GDP, with limited focus on health and welln

India Bets Big on Carbon Capture, Utilisation And Storage To Avoid EU Tax

Carbon is the elemental backbone of life on Earth and, increasingly, of our biggest climate challenge. The sixth element in the periodic table, c

RSS Chief Vows Bharat Will Shine in 15 Years

Individual change key to national transformation

Statewide BRS Protests Against SIT Questioning of KCR

In Hyderabad, police detained more than 10 BRS workers who tried to march towards Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddys residence and staged a protest

Address longstanding demands of Baloch people, India tells Pakistan

The remarks from the official spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) came after Pakistans Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi all

Doctor Duped Of Rs 30 Lakh In Share Scam

The accused had contacted a physiotherapist from Khammam through social media platforms, convincing him that investing in stock market trading wo

Union Budget bets on long-term wealth over short-term gains

The intention behind raising STT is likely to reduce speculative trading, especially short-term, high-frequency trades in derivatives like option

Marathon held to create awareness of blood donation

Parsa Venkateshwar Rao Jr | Budget 2026-27 Brings Back Old Populist Rhetoric, But Its Still Muted

For quite some time now, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Cabinet colleagues like commerce minister Piyush Goyal and railway minister Ashwini