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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, earning three sovereign rating upgrades this year

29 Jan 2026 2:21 pm
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

29 Jan 2026 2:18 pm
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-generation Duster blends familiar toughness with modern technology, but its real test will begin once prices are revealed

29 Jan 2026 2:13 pm
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 electronics, and manageable performance in the sub-400 cc adventure segment.

29 Jan 2026 2:13 pm
We are on the same page, says Shashi Tharoor after meeting Rahul, Kharge

Asked if he was upset or angry with the party over being not made the chief ministerial candidate in Kerala, the Thiruvananthapuram MP said he is not looking for any new job

29 Jan 2026 2:06 pm
Tesla invests $2 billion in Musk's xAI and reiterates Cybercab production starts this year

Tesla said on Wednesday it will invest $2 billion in CEO Elon Musks AI company xAI

29 Jan 2026 2:06 pm
Kerala Budget 2026: Free education up to graduate level for Arts and Science students

A total of 259.09 crore has been allocated for strengthening university activities under the Higher Education department

29 Jan 2026 2:03 pm
Paul Dano responds after Quentin Tarantino criticism: Grateful the world spoke up for me

The actor addressed Quentin Tarantinos recent scathing remarks about his performance in There Will Be Blood while attending a Sundance anniversary screening

29 Jan 2026 1:59 pm
Economic Survey 2025-26: 'Frequent policy changes at export front disrupt supply chains; markets once lost hard to regain'

It is possible to stabilise domestic availability and prices while enabling farmers to tap global markets for better incomes, the Survey noted

29 Jan 2026 1:53 pm
Kerala Budget: UDF slams it as political tool filled with empty promises ahead of Assembly elections

Satheesan says LDFs political manifesto feigned populist, pro-development and welfare to dupe the electorate

29 Jan 2026 1:51 pm
Snap doubles down on smart glasses with new independent unit

Known for its Snapchat messaging app and animated filters, Snap has been doubling down on AR

29 Jan 2026 1:50 pm
KPop Demon Hunters dominates streaming in 2025 with record-breaking 20.5 billion minutes watched

The Netflix animated hit finished the year as the most-streamed movie in the U.S., outperforming every theatrical and streaming release despite a midyear debut

29 Jan 2026 1:44 pm
Airtel partners with Adobe to offer Express Premium access free to 360 million customers

Airtel said that with Adobe Express Premium, valued at about 4,000, free for a year, its customers can express their creativity and produce professional-quality content

29 Jan 2026 1:40 pm
Supreme Court stays 2026 UGC Equity Regulations, calls it too sweeping

The court said, for the time being, theUniversity Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2012 would continue to be in force

29 Jan 2026 1:30 pm
Kerala Budget 2026: 1,182 crore allocated for roads, bridges and highway development

In his Budget speech, Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal said 898 km of State highways have been upgraded to four lanes and 3,193 km to two lanes. Besides, 52 km of district roads have been developed into four lanes and 10,953 km into two lanes

29 Jan 2026 1:27 pm
No maintenance, internet issues force shutdown of hi-tech labs in many T.N. schools

Students in these schools have been unable to use the labs for computer classes, educational videos, online examinations, or career guidance sessions for the past year

29 Jan 2026 1:26 pm
Supreme Court refuses to issue directions to Centre, States for welfare measures of domestic helps

Court emphasises the need for legislative action to protect domestic workers while cautioning against potential negative impacts of judicial intervention in labour policy

29 Jan 2026 1:22 pm
Kalaburagi MSME entrepreneurs sensitised on environment, social management under RAMP scheme

RAMP is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India, supported by the World Bank, aimed at improving the performance, competitiveness and resilience of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)

29 Jan 2026 1:12 pm
Ahmedabad Crime Branch busts inter-State child trafficking racket; newborn rescued; three arrested

The operation was carried out following specific intelligence inputs received by the Gujarat ATS and shared with the DCB Crime Branch, officials said

29 Jan 2026 1:04 pm
Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2025-26 in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

The survey is tabled ahead of the Union Budget and presents a backdrop for the policy actions to be taken in the next financial year

29 Jan 2026 1:03 pm
Ajit Pawar cremated with full state honours; Union Ministers attend funeral

Thousands of people gathered for the Maharashtra Deputy CM's last rites chanted Ajit Dada amar rahe, when his mortal remains, draped in the national flag, were brought from his village Katewadi

29 Jan 2026 12:58 pm
Economic Survey 2025-26: Ongoing trade talks with U.S. expected to conclude during the year

The global conditions translate into external uncertainties rather than immediate macroeconomic stress, the survey said

29 Jan 2026 12:52 pm
Economy projected to grow at 6.8 to 7.2% in FY2027: Economic Survey

The outlook, therefore, is one of steady growth amid global uncertainty, requiring caution, but not pessimism, said the pre-Budget document

29 Jan 2026 12:49 pm
Encounter breaks out between Maoists and security personnel in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur

The face-off started in the morning at a forest in the southern part of Bijapur when a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) was out on an anti-Maoist operation based on the presence of armed cadres in the area

29 Jan 2026 12:40 pm
Know your percentages

Both vulnerable, North deals

29 Jan 2026 12:29 pm
BJP councillor Saurabh Joshi elected Chandigarhs new mayor

In the three-cornered contest, Mr. Joshi secured 18 votes, AAP candidate Yogesh Dhingra got 11 votes, while the Congress Gurpreet Singh Gabi secured seven votes

29 Jan 2026 12:26 pm
Action taken against 4,000 people for irregularities in Jal Jeevan Mission: Government in Lok Sabha

Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil, while responding to a supplementary question, said that based on complaints, teams were formed to investigate issues

29 Jan 2026 12:25 pm
NCC Directorate Karnataka and Goa wins Prime Ministers banner and trophy for second consecutive year at Republic Day Camp 2026

According to the Ministry of Defence, cadets from the Karnataka and Goa Directorate delivered exceptional performances in drill, firing, and cultural competitions, decisively outperforming 16 other directorates

29 Jan 2026 12:24 pm
Madhu Gottumukkala, US Cybersecurity official, accused of uploading sensitive documents to ChatGPT

Madhu Gottumukkala allegedly uploaded sensitive documents to a public version of ChatGPT in May 2025, according to sources cited by the Politico outlet

29 Jan 2026 12:22 pm
Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G in India

Both Pro models support Google Gemini and Circle to Search with Google, and Xiaomi HyperAI

29 Jan 2026 12:11 pm
Supreme Court stays Kerala HC decision annulling KDRBs power of appointment to Guruvayur Devaswom

Kerala Devaswom Recruitment Board has sought a stay of the High Court decision while submitting that its functions were limited to affairs of recruitment and did not intervene in the religious duties concerning temples

29 Jan 2026 12:03 pm
Bumble, Match, Panera Bread and CrunchBase hit by cyberattacks: Report

Bumble, Match Group , and CrunchBase were hit by cyberattacks, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday

29 Jan 2026 12:02 pm
Google disrupts large residential proxy network, reducing devices used by operators by 'millions'

Google said it has taken action to remove domains belonging to one of the largest residential proxy networks in the world

29 Jan 2026 11:58 am
At least five schools in Delhi receive bomb threats

Police and fire authorities were immediately informed, triggering evacuation protocols and anti-sabotage checks

29 Jan 2026 11:57 am
India submits nomination of Meghalayas living root bridges for UNESCO World Heritage site

Located across the southern slopes of the Khasi and Jaintia Hills of the northeastern state, the nominated property represents a living cultural landscape shaped over centuries by indigenous Khasi and Jaintia communities

29 Jan 2026 11:54 am
Hypocrisy-laden message to nation: Congress slams PM Modi's remarks ahead of Budget session

Jairam Ramesh said PM Modi would not sit in Parliament and respond to the concerns of the Opposition leaders, but will instead make election rally speeches in both Houses

29 Jan 2026 11:54 am
Union Budget 2026: From Bahi Khata to Blue Sheet: Five interesting things to know

The Budget 2026-27 will be presented on February 1, 2026 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The financial document has had a long and interesting history.

29 Jan 2026 11:49 am
Vijay acting in line with BJPs plan to gain minority support in T.N.: Speaker Appavu

During an informal chat with mediapersons after distributing free laptops to students on Wednesday, Mr. Appavu said the BJP and the TVK were enacting a well-planned drama in Tamil Nadu, trying to break the minorities confidence in the DMK

29 Jan 2026 11:48 am
Samsung to launch Galaxy A07 5G for affordable segment buyers in February

The Galaxy A07 5G is goign to ship with a 6,000 mAh battery supported by 25W fast charging

29 Jan 2026 11:46 am
Kerala Budget: With an apparent eye on Assembly polls, LDF announces people-centric schemes

Finance Minister Balagopal promises a massive 14,500-crore boost to help social security pensioners and fund a series of new community programmes

29 Jan 2026 11:46 am
Republic Day parade 2026: Navy wins best marching contingent award, Maharashtra tops tableau category

In the State and Union Territories tableau category, Jammu and Kashmir won the second prize, followed by Kerala in third place

29 Jan 2026 11:36 am
Bangladesh's ousted leader Hasina denounces the upcoming election from her exile in India

Sheikh Hasina warned in an email to The Associated Press last week that without inclusive and free and fair elections, Bangladesh will face prolonged instability

29 Jan 2026 11:35 am