The Hindu Businessline

According to the Maharashtra State Pollution Control Board, the plants effluent treatment and air pollution control systems are fully functional, and hazardous waste is stored and disposed of scientifically

Speaking at a programme organised by Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind in Hyderabad, the Chief Minister said stringent laws were necessary to tackle hate speech and ensure peace and social harmony

The programme is projected to generate additional community income of about 15.12 crore.

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said there was no question of anybody raising any hands on the Prime Minister or hurt him

The announcement comes at a time when Kashmirs handicraft industry has been grappling with mounting losses triggered by global disruptions and punitive trade conditions

The project, which involves an initial investment of 115 crore, has already generated 400 jobs. V-Guard has announced plans for a second phase with an additional investment of 200 crore, expected to create employment for about 600 more people

Technovalley is among the first institutions in Kerala to introduce EC-Council certification programmes

This fare hike comes a year after the last one, which was announced in February last year

Pidilite is also exploring EU markets to diversify its export portfolio, underlining its commitment to sustainable growth and market expansion

Eight major and medium irrigation projects and 83 surface minor irrigation projects have been taken up in Maharashtra under a special central package

Farmers celebrate as NC claims credit for halting projects that threatened Kashmirs apple economy

Behind the scenes, Indias national security adviser worked diplomatically to mend ties with the US, advocating for a trade agreement amid rising tensions and public criticism from President Trump

At the NDA parliamentary party meeting, the PM was felicitated for successfully concluding trade deals with 39 countries

Health Ministry sources explained, the waiver was not on components, as the aim was to bring CAR-T therapies into India, to meet patient requirement

EPAM Indias Managing Director, Srinivas Reddy, stated that the company is focusing on local engineering talent, with most new hires for its recently opened center in Coimbatore

The Gram Panchayat has issued a notice to the company seeking clarification and documentation, including approved building plans, construction licences, completion and occupancy certificates and survey-wise details of the built-up area at its facilities

Funds jump ninefold, electrification nears completion, land acquisition lags Statewide

CM also expressed disappointment over the finance commission allocation, noting that the rejection of the demand to increase Kerala's share, which remains at 41 per cent, undermines federal principles.

Defence Secretary RK Singh told businessline that the Ministry of Finance has agreed tothe unprecedented hike of 20 per cent in the budget sought by the Ministry of Defence on the basis of improved absorption and strategic challenges

The accused, linked to investment firm Trade with Jazz, allegedly lured victims with promises of high monthly returns through stock market trading schemes.

Rural India now accounts for over 57 per cent of active internet users. Rural user growth is nearly four times faster than in urban India

Beginning his journey in the voluntary sector and later establishing Bandhan-Konnagar in West Bengal, Ghosh pioneered micro-credit programmes for women entrepreneurs, empowering millions to achieve self-reliance and economic dignity

The group also called for a revamp of the Central governments pharmaceutical production (IDPL, Hindustan Antibiotics) and vaccine factories

Services sector dominates in growth

Serving as Deputy Chief Minister for the sixth time, Ajit Pawar had only recently begun what he called his independent political innings

Six-time deputy CMs ambition to lead Maharashtra crash before takeoff to the top chair

The clinics provide expert medical consultation, mental health counselling, screening for bone, heart and hormonal health, along with medicines and guidance at a single location

Public health and treatment activists are concerned on the IP front, and called for a release of the full text of the agreement for public scrutiny

Hailing it as mother of all deals Modi says the pact will complement Indias trade pacts with the UK, EFTA countries

The P4 programme is advancing the goal of zero poverty

The move has public health circles abuzz, and a caveat has since been filed in the Supreme Court on the matter, said S.Srinivasan, with the All India Drug Action Network (Aidan) - appellants in the case

He urged people to take a pledge to protect the Constitution on this Republic Day.

Taking a veiled dig at the BJP government at the Centre, Stalin said, Let's celebrate a unified India. Not a uniform India. In his message, the chief minister said India has many voices and many identities shaped the nation

President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, and President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, graced the celebrations as chief guests

Banerjee urged citizens to reaffirm their commitment to constitutional values.

On Republic Day eve, the government announced 131 Padma awards for 2026, including five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri which include two cases in which the award for two individuals is counted as one.

Stalin says in his reply to the Governors address that the people of Tamil Nadu have decided the Dravidian model of governance should continue for the next 5 years on the basis of its success over the last 5 years

Scindia, inaugurated five completed projects worth 270 crore

Officials from the Capital Region Development Authority are making seating arrangements for approximately 13,000 people

Pregnant women and patients in need of help moved to nearest healthcare facilities

Weather live updates on 24 January 2026: Many parts of the country are experiencing chilly winter conditions, with snowfall reported in several areas. In Himachal Pradesh, heavy snowfall forced the closure of 535 roads, including four National Highways, while large-scale snow-clearance operations continued, the Public Works Department (PWD) said. Heavy snowfall on Friday night left vehicles and people stranded at several locations in the high-altitude areas of Nainital, Uttarkashi, and Tehri Gar

Buyers of two- and four-wheelers need not visit transport department offices for permanent registration

It will help global enterprises transition from traditional labour-driven GCCs to AI-first operational models powered by autonomous, policy-driven multi-agent AI systems.

The institute will focus on accelerating innovation, skilling and validation in frontier technologies such as aerospace, space, energy and deeptech

CM Stalin demands restoration of MGNREGA, flags higher financial burden on States; the Assembly adopts motion unanimously ahead of PM Modis rally

The project will be taken under PPP (Hybrid Annuity) mode at a cost of 2,293 crore

The Twenty20 party has been set up by Kochi-based entrepreneur Sabu Jacob of Kitex Garments

For the second time in six months, Air Chief Marshal Singh is pushing to realign the militarys structural overhaul to ensure the Air Force maintains a dominant role in conflict

The idea originated from President Murmu, who has encouraged the use of the Rashtrapati Bhavan as a space to reflect Indias civilisational diversity rather than a singular aesthetic of power

MoUs will help attract large scale industries and enable more effective work across sectors