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

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 11:51 pm

Mamata Banerjee Files Plea Against Bengal SIR In Supreme Court, Ahead Of Meeting With CEC

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's plea contends that the SIR is a ackdoor implementation of the National Register of Citizens via which legitimate voters will be disenfranchised

News18 1 Feb 2026 11:20 pm

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 (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) beginning tomorrow has been announced by the government with names of all the house members but the seat of the Deputy Speaker has no name. As [] The post Budget session | Not only post but seat of Dy Speaker also remains nameless in J&K Assy appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 11:15 pm

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 sustained economic growth and resilience amid global uncertainties. Highlighting a strong macroeconomic stability with a growth rate of around 7 pc, she said, The Modi government has decisively chosen action over ambivalence, delivering [] The post Budget FY27: Indias growth, reforms, inclusive development take center stage appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 11:07 pm

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 district to trace and neutralise three Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists believed to be hiding in the area following a brief gunbattle. Security has been heightened in adjoining areas, with Village Defence Guards (VDGs) put [] The post Operation to track down 3 holed-up terrorists underway in Kishtwar appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 11:02 pm

Budget 2026: Growth push with opportunities

Indias Budget 2026 comes at a decisive stage in the countrys development journey when policy focus is shifting from recovery and resilience toward structural expansion, innovation, and regional balance. The Budget presents a forward-looking growth framework that combines infrastructure, technology, entrepreneurship, and social investment. Importantly, its direction holds special relevance for frontier and strategic [] The post Budget 2026: Growth push with opportunities appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 10:49 pm

From Hastinapur To High-Speed Rail: Budget 2026 Packs Multi-Trillion Dollar Ambition For UP

While Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hailed the budget as a 'roadmap for a New Bharat', the opposition remains sceptical

News18 1 Feb 2026 10:43 pm

Ustad Allah Rakha Khan: The Tabla Legend Who Took Indian Rhythm to the World

A tribute to the Padma Shri maestro from Jammu on his 25th death anniversary 3 February 2026 By Ravi Rohmetra Padma Shri Ustad Allah Rakha Khan was a legendary tabla player and one of the greatest maestros of Hindustani classical music. He was born in Phagwal village of Jammu and went on to become [] The post Ustad Allah Rakha Khan: The Tabla Legend Who Took Indian Rhythm to the World appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 9:40 pm

The great paradox of U.S. President suing his own tax collector internal revenue service

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is on the dock for explaining how Trumps tax records came out By T N Ashok WASHINGTON: Theres a delicious irony in watching a sitting president sue the Internal Revenue Service for $10 billion while his own Treasury Secretary simultaneously runs the agency. Welcome to the Trump administrations latest exercise [] The post The great paradox of U.S. President suing his own tax collector internal revenue service appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 9:38 pm

Trumps deliberate harassment of US FED Chairman invites backlash from eminent economists

Presidents trusted Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell in May this year R By Anjan Roy President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, as the next chairman of the US Federal Reserve, the countrys centre bank, from May when the term of the present chair, Jerome Powell, ends. In the run-up to that [] The post Trumps deliberate harassment of US FED Chairman invites backlash from eminent economists appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 9:35 pm

Can law and policy manage the environmental costs of digital growth?

Rush for Data Centres has posed relevant questions needing answers By Harsh Gour Digital infrastructure is the spine of modern innovation from the clouds that fuel e-commerce and artificial intelligence (AI), to the everyday apps. Yet, beneath the gleaming facades of hyperscale server parks lies a fast-unfolding crisis. Data centres have become the [] The post Can law and policy manage the environmental costs of digital growth? appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 9:33 pm

BJP's High-Octane Strategy To Take Union Budget 2026 To The Grassroots

The BJP maintains that this is no 'ordinary budget', but a strategic blueprint designed to accelerate Indias journey towards becoming a global superpower

News18 1 Feb 2026 9:29 pm

'He shared everything with me': Fadnavis rubbishes speculations over merger of NCP after Ajit Pawar's death

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expressed surprise regarding any potential merger talks between NCP factions, stating Ajit Pawar always confided in him. This follows Sharad Pawar's claim that Ajit Pawar had set February 12 for a merger announcement. Ajit Pawar's wife, Sunetra Pawar, was recently sworn in as Deputy CM.

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 7:44 pm

Budget blueprint for Viksit Bharat, says Yogi; Akhilesh calls it 'invisible ledger' of BJP's corruption

As the Union Budget 2026-27 rolled out, Uttar Pradesh's political figures showcased strikingly different perspectives. Yogi Adityanath, the Chief Minister, embraced the budget as a vehicle for welfare, promoting a prosperous future for India that uplifts youth, farmers, and businesses alike.

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 7:17 pm

Rare Earth Corridor ANational Mission For Strategic Resilience & Tech Sovereignty: HD Kumaraswamy | Exclusive

Equally important is the emphasis on fostering innovation, research, and skill development within these corridors, the minister said in the exclusive interview

News18 1 Feb 2026 6:15 pm

Telangana phone tapping case: KCR appears before SIT for questioning

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) President K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR) on Sunday, February 1, appeared before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the phone tapping case in Hyderabad. The inquiry began at 3:00 pm after the SIT officials arrived at KCRs residence in Nandinagar, Banjara Hills. Arrangements were made in a specific room. KCR was Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Feb 2026 6:03 pm

'No Trust Left': Shashi Tharoor Slams LDF Govt In Kerala, Accuses BJP Of Communal Politics

Attacking LDF over corruption, Shashi Tharoor accused the BJP of playing communal politics in Kerala.

News18 1 Feb 2026 5:42 pm

'Debate Numbers, Not Narratives': Govt Pushes Back On Opposition's Budget Barbs

The budget's aftermath saw a volatile reaction from the stock markets and a burgeoning political firestorm over the renaming of Indias largest rural employment scheme

News18 1 Feb 2026 5:17 pm

Andhra govt transfers TTD official after charge sheet in ghee case

Amaravati: A week after the SIT filed its charge sheet in a Tirupati court over adulterated ghee allegations during the previous YSRCP regime, TTD Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal was transferred. The 1993 batch IAS officer who served as EO between May 2017 and October 2020 during YS Jagan Mohan Reddy government, was asked to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Feb 2026 5:04 pm

SC to Hear Plea Against Sonam Wangchuks Detention on Monday

New Delhi, Feb 1: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday a plea challenging the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA), filed by his wife Gitanjali J Angmo. A bench comprising Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice P.B. Varale is likely to take up the matter. Senior advocate [] The post SC to Hear Plea Against Sonam Wangchuks Detention on Monday appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 4:50 pm

FM Sitharaman proposes Khelo India Mission to boost talent development, coaching, infra

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced the launch of the Khelo India Mission while presenting the Union Budget 202627 in Parliament, aimed at transforming Indias sports ecosystem over the next decade. The Mission will focus on creating an integrated talent-development pathway, training coaches and support staff, incorporating sports science and technology, organising [] The post FM Sitharaman proposes Khelo India Mission to boost talent development, coaching, infra appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 4:40 pm

BJP hails Budget 2026 as historic, Congress calls it lacklustre

The Union Budget 2026-27 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday, February 1, received mixed reactions, with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) describing it as a highway of opportunities and the Opposition saying that it was blind to the peoples real problems. Highway of opportunities: Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the Budget Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Feb 2026 4:34 pm

PM Modi describes Union Budget 2026-27 as historic

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the Union Budget 2026-27 presents an ambitious roadmap to give new momentum to the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. In a video message, Mr Modi said, this years budget will give Indias reform express new energy and new momentum. He said, the budget turns [] The post PM Modi describes Union Budget 2026-27 as historic appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 4:31 pm

Its Very Disappointing: Shashi Tharoor Say Kerala Was Ignored In Budget 2026

Congress leaders Tharoor and Mather criticised the Union Budget for ignoring Kerala, lacking project details, and causing negative market reactions.

News18 1 Feb 2026 4:29 pm

Ready To Debate With Facts: FM Sitharaman Hits Back At Rahul Gandhi Over Budget Criticism

Nirmala Sitharaman said the fundamentals of the Indian economy remain strong and that the government is open to debate rooted in facts.

News18 1 Feb 2026 4:15 pm

'Blind To India's Real Crises': Rahul Gandhi Slams Union Budget 2026, Says 'It Refuses Course Correction'

Rahul Gandhi highlighted how the youth are without jobs, manufacturing is falling and farmers are in distress.

News18 1 Feb 2026 4:01 pm

FIRST TAKE | Budget 2026: Structurally Sound, Tactically Timid

By Shivanand Pandit Budget 2026 reinforces confidence among markets and long-term investors by sustaining high capital expenditure of 12.2 lakh crore while keeping the fiscal deficit anchored around 4.3%. Measures to deepen the corporate bond market and relax NRI and foreign portfolio investment limits enhance liquidity, improve price discovery, and facilitate the flow of long-term [] The post FIRST TAKE | Budget 2026: Structurally Sound, Tactically Timid appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 3:43 pm

J&K ACB arrests Junior Engineer in bribery case

Jammu, Feb 1: A team of Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau has arrested and booked one Junior Engineer for demanding and accepting a bribe from the complainant. The ACB spokesman said that a case was registered under relevant sections against public servant, namely, Rahul Gandotra, JE posted as TA in BDO Office Gulabgarh Mahore [] The post J&K ACB arrests Junior Engineer in bribery case appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 3:18 pm

Budget 2026: Whats In It For Poll-Bound West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam And Kerala

Sitharaman unveils Budget 2026 with high-speed rail for Bengal and Tamil Nadu, Buddhist circuits for Assam, Rare Earth Corridors, and SME Growth Fund to boost poll-bound states.

News18 1 Feb 2026 2:58 pm

'High flight toward Viksit Bharat': PM Modi hails Union Budget 2026 as 'historic'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Union Budget 2026 as historic, charting a roadmap for a Viksit Bharat by 2047 and boosting India's reform journey. He also highlighted the mother of all deals with the EU, aimed at benefiting youth and MSMEs, and praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's record ninth consecutive budget presentation.

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 2:35 pm

FM Proposes Extending Deadline for Revised I-T Returns to March 31

New Delhi, Feb 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed extending the deadline for filing revised income tax (I-T) returns from December 31 to March 31 on payment of a nominal fee. Presenting the Union Budget, the Finance Minister also announced a reduction in the Tax Collected at Source (TCS) rate under the Liberalised [] The post FM Proposes Extending Deadline for Revised I-T Returns to March 31 appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 1:27 pm

Budget 202627: Centre Announces Sustainable Mountain Trails for J&K

New Delhi, Feb 1: The Centre on Sunday announced the development of ecologically sustainable mountain trails in Jammu and Kashmir as part of the Union Budget 202627, aimed at promoting eco-friendly tourism while protecting fragile ecosystems. Presenting the Budget in Parliament, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Jammu and Kashmir will be developed for sustainable [] The post Budget 202627: Centre Announces Sustainable Mountain Trails for J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 1:21 pm

Amrit Udyan To Open for Public From Feb 3

New Delhi, Feb 1: The iconic Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan will open for public viewing from Tuesday, February 3, President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Winter Annuals Edition 2026 on Sunday, an official statement said. The garden will remain open till March 31, 2026, and can be visited six days a week from 10 am [] The post Amrit Udyan To Open for Public From Feb 3 appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 1:13 pm

Pollution now a national health emergency, govt must act: Rahul

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday, February 1 said pollution is no longer just an environmental issue but a national health emergency, and asserted that Parliament must discuss it as well as the government must act. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha also said that the Union Budget must put real Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Feb 2026 11:43 am

Cabinet Approves Union Budget 202627

NEW DELHI, Feb 1: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday approved the Union Budget for 202627, paving the way for its presentation in the Lok Sabha by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Following the Cabinets nod, Sitharaman will present her ninth Budget, a record, amid global economic uncertainties and a slowdown [] The post Cabinet Approves Union Budget 202627 appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Feb 2026 11:25 am

Sunetra Pawar took oath without Sharad Pawars knowledge: NCP (SP)

Mumbai: NCP (SP) Maharashtra President Shashikant Shinde has claimed his party chief Sharad Pawar and other leaders had no prior knowledge about NCP leader Sunetra Pawars swearing-in as the states Deputy Chief Minister. He also said that after the recent civic elections in the state, a decision was made to pursue the unification of the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Feb 2026 9:01 am

BLA launches Op Herof 2.0, 12 security personnel dead

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 7:11 am

'India will continue to back Palestine': PM to Arab world

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 6:16 am

GPF nominee can claim funds sans succession cert

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 3:59 am

To boost growing ties, Modi to visit Malaysia on Feb 7

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 3:33 am

2-year central stint must for IPS for IG empanelment

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 1:37 am

Over 800 NEET PG aspirants converted from Indian to NRI

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The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 12:19 am

Public trust in Govt hospitals depends on conduct, compassion of docs, paramedics: Itoo

Jammu Tawi: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted surprise inspection of Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu and took detailed appraisal of healthcare delivery and patient-centric services at the facility. During the visit, the Health Minister undertook an extensive review of various healthcare facilities within [] The post Public trust in Govt hospitals depends on conduct, compassion of docs, paramedics: Itoo appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:45 pm

ACB charge-sheets officials in land, ration scam cases

Jammu Tawi: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Jammu on Saturday produced charge-sheets in two major corruption cases before the Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Jammuone involving illegal transfer of state land in Nagrota and another related to fraudulent ration distribution in village Khandwal. In the first case (FIR 09/2020), the ACB alleged that between 2016 and 2018, [] The post ACB charge-sheets officials in land, ration scam cases appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:44 pm

QR-based Ski passes introduced to ease access in Gulmarg

Srinagar, Jan 31:In a move to streamline services for winter tourists, the Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) has rolled out a QR code-based system for online booking of ski passes, aimed at eliminating queues and ensuring hassle-free access for skiers at Gulmarg. This digital initiative allows stakeholders and adventure enthusiasts, to generate and [] The post QR-based Ski passes introduced to ease access in Gulmarg appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:41 pm

Cordial ties with Centre necessary for governance: CMs Advisor

Srinagar, Jan 31:Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani on Saturday said maintaining cordial relations with the Government of India is essential for effective governance in Jammu and Kashmir. He, however, made it clear that they have no relations with the BJP. Advisor Nasir, as per the news agency, said that it is mandatory for [] The post Cordial ties with Centre necessary for governance: CMs Advisor appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:40 pm

DG CRPF focuses on security, militancy eradication in J&K

SRINAGAR, Jan 31: Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF, GP Singh on Saturday emphasized a renewed focus on ensuring robust security, sustaining normalcy, and achieving the complete elimination of militancy in Jammu and Kashmir. The DG was chairing a high-level security review with Valley-based senior officials and ground commanders of CRPF. The [] The post DG CRPF focuses on security, militancy eradication in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:38 pm

JK to frame comprehensive policy to deal Cancer cases

Jammu Tawi:Amid a steady rise in cancer cases across Jammu and Kashmir, the administration in the Union Territory is mulling to frame and implement a comprehensive cancer policy. A top health official informed news agency that the cancer policy aimed at prevention, early detection, treatment and long-term care of cancer patients is expected to be [] The post JK to frame comprehensive policy to deal Cancer cases appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:35 pm

Gunfight underway in Kishtwar; drones, sniffer dogs, helicopters deployed

Security forces re-establish contact with terrorists in Dolgam area, search ops underway Jammu Tawi: An encounter between security forces and terrorists recommenced in Kishtwar district on Saturday after contact was re-established during a joint counter-terror operation, officials said. As per the news agency, the exchange of fire began around 5.40 am in the [] The post Gunfight underway in Kishtwar; drones, sniffer dogs, helicopters deployed appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:28 pm

LG, CM extend greetings on Sant Ravidas Jayanti

Jammu Tawi: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have extended greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti, to be celebrated on Sunday. In his message, the LG said Guru Ravidas Ji exemplified compassion, unity, equality, and human dignity, dedicating his life to social [] The post LG, CM extend greetings on Sant Ravidas Jayanti appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:25 pm

'Chicken's Neck' corridor is India's land, no one dare touch it, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday hit out at the INDI Alliance over attempts to seek bail for those who raised slogans about cutting the chicken neck corridor, saying their efforts failed as the Supreme Court rejected the bail pleas and that such intentions against India would never succeed.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 11:25 pm

Budget session: For first time; media persons wont be allowed in central hall & lobby of JK Assly

Ministers & MLAs to interact with press outside main entrance Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Dec 31: The Government of the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has put in place a new arrangement ahead of the upcoming budget session as per which no one, including the media persons, would be allowed [] The post Budget session: For first time; media persons wont be allowed in central hall & lobby of JK Assly appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:23 pm

Family in Nahoti endures 5-yr water crisis despite Govt schemes

Ajay Sharma Rajouri, January 31: In a stark contrast to the central governments ambitious Jal Jeevan Mission aiming to provide tap water to every household, a family in Ward No. 7 of Nahoti village, Khanna, under Panchayat Nala in Sunderbani Sub-Division, has been allegedly without running water for nearly five years. According to [] The post Family in Nahoti endures 5-yr water crisis despite Govt schemes appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 11:21 pm

To be or not to be: Ajit Pawars death pushes Sharad Pawar into a Hamlets dilemma

Sharad Pawar faces a dilemma over merging NCP factions following Ajit Pawar's death. While initial merger talks were advanced, with a February 12 date set, uncertainty now looms. Sunetra Pawar's swift oath as deputy CM complicates matters, potentially forcing Sharad Pawar to align with the BJP, a move he has previously opposed.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 10:49 pm

Goa's citizens want honest, people-centric politics, AAP will work to fulfil their hope: Kejriwal

Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal asserted Goans desire honest, people-centric politics, pledging his party will fulfill these aspirations. During a Goa visit, Kejriwal met local leaders to bolster the party's base, emphasizing grassroots connections and addressing concerns over ecological damage and land conversion. AAP aims to be the voice of Goa, fighting for citizens' rights and livelihoods.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 10:11 pm

Guru Ravidas: Saint of Equality and Devotion

By Ravi Rohmetra Shri Guru Ravidas was a revered Indian mystic, poet-saint, philosopher and social reformer of the Bhakti movement, active between the 15th and 16th centuries. He is remembered for his profound spiritual vision, his rejection of caste and gender discrimination, and his emphasis on inner devotion as the true path to liberation. Ravidas, [] The post Guru Ravidas: Saint of Equality and Devotion appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 9:37 pm

India-EU trade deal redraws balance of economic power

Debilitating blow to Trumps weaponised tariffs to coerce partners By K Raveendran The sharp note of disappointment sounded by Scott Bessent over the IndiaEuropean Union free trade agreement says less about a single deal and more about a changing geometry of power in the global economy. At one level, Washingtons frustration reflects a familiar [] The post India-EU trade deal redraws balance of economic power appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 9:28 pm

Economic Survey 2025-26 sets Indias new expectations and priorities

Budget 2026-27 may reset policy choices with emphasis on reforms By Dr. Gyan Pathak Though Economic Surveys do not dictate exact budget numbers, it strongly influences the Union Budgets of India. If it is the case, the Economic Survey 2025-26 indicates the four keys priorities that we may see in the Union Budget 2026-27: [] The post Economic Survey 2025-26 sets Indias new expectations and priorities appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 9:25 pm

Rationale Behind One Nation, One Election

Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit Dont we think that frequent elections in India are like celebrating festivals? The Election Commission of India conducts elections every one, two, or three months, which has become a significant problem in India. According to experts, frequent elections hamper long-term policymaking because every decision is seen as bait for votes. This leads [] The post Rationale Behind One Nation, One Election appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 9:23 pm

Fire Safety First Priority

There have been many incidents of fire in government offices in J&K in the past but it seems that the people concerned have not learned any lessons because in yet another case fire broke out in the office of the District Mineral Officer (DMO) Jammu at New Plot area causing damage to office property. This [] The post Fire Safety First Priority appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 9:20 pm

Green warrior to deputy CM: Sunetra Pawar steps into Maharashtra power vacuum

Sunetra Pawar has been sworn in as Maharashtra's first woman deputy chief minister, stepping into public office following the tragic death of her husband, NCP leader Ajit Pawar. She pledged to carry forward his legacy and continue working for the state's development.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 8:28 pm

Kashmir battles a silent epidemic

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 8:23 pm

'Trashy ruminations of a convicted criminal': MEA rubbishes reference to PM Modi's 2017 Israel visit in Epstein files

India's Ministry of External Affairs has vehemently dismissed claims linking Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Jeffrey Epstein's leaked documents. The ministry labelled the references as rashy ruminations from a convicted criminal, urging their immediate rejection. These statements follow the US Department of Justice's release of extensive materials related to the late financier.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 8:16 pm

Sunetra Pawar Is Maharashtras Deputy CM, NCP Chief: Will The Reluctant Politician Reunite Party?

Amid buzz over NCP merger, Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule mum on Sunetra Pawar's oath-taking; PM Modi, Rohit Pawar congratulate new deputy CM; Raj Thackeray questions NCP's functioning

News18 31 Jan 2026 8:02 pm

Jhumpa Lahiri questions the mother tongue and the need to belong

Jhumpa Lahiri, the acclaimed author, revealed she has no mother tongue, feeling perpetually outside of language. Born to Bengali parents and raised in the US, she embraces linguistic fluidity and creative trespass, finding freedom in writing in Italian. Lahiri advocates for learning other languages, warning against linguistic domination and nationalism, and finds home in experiences, not places.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:31 pm

Evening news wrap: Sunetra Pawar sworn in as Maharashtra deputy CM; Epstein files show controversial Prince Andrew photo & more

Sunetra Pawar was sworn in as Maharashtra's deputy CM, days after her husband's death. Meanwhile, Epstein files revealed photos of Prince Andrew. Baloch separatists attacked Pakistan's Balochistan, killing officials. India faces a policy contradiction on air pollution deaths, and Amit Shah criticized Mamata Banerjee's governance.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:03 pm

Sunetra Pawar sworn in as Maharashtra deputy CM: Wives who stepped in after powerful husbands to continue political legacy

Sunetra Pawar has been sworn in as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, succeeding her late husband Ajit Pawar. Elected NCP legislature party leader, she will assume his portfolios, excluding finance. This move echoes historical instances of women stepping into politics to uphold family legacies after their husbands' passing.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:02 pm

'Mi, Sunetra Ajit Pawar, pratigya karte ki ': 'Clock' ticks on in a changed NCP

With Sunetra Pawar, Ajit Pawars wife and a Rajya Sabha member, sworn in as deputy CM on Saturday, stepping into the role held by her husband, the state has formally entered a new and uncertain phase, shaped by the vacuum left by Dadas death. Sunetra Pawars elevation may have filled the immediate constitutional vacuum, but it has also foregrounded larger, unresolved questions about the NCPs future, the ruling Mahayuti alliances stability, and the direction the states politics will take in the absence of one of its most influential power brokers.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 5:42 pm

Tale Of Two NCPs: As Sunetra Pawar Becomes Maharashtra Deputy CM, Reunion On Hold?

The path ahead for both NCP factions is fraught with electoral and organisational hurdles

News18 31 Jan 2026 5:34 pm

'Ajit Dada amar rahe': Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra deputy CM 3 days after husband's death

Sunetra Pawar has been sworn in as Maharashtra's deputy chief minister, stepping into the role previously held by her husband, Ajit Pawar, following his tragic passing. She will assume his responsibilities, excluding the finance portfolio. This significant political transition occurred after her unanimous election as the NCP legislative party leader.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 5:14 pm

Can Sunetra Pawar Become Deputy CM Without Being MLA? Yes, But Theres A Six-Month Condition

Uddhav, Mamata have done it: The law says Sunetra Pawar will have to become a member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) or Legislative Council (MLC) within six months of taking oath

News18 31 Jan 2026 4:47 pm

'Vijay Is Vote-Cutter, Not A King: Piyush Goyal Clarifies No Alliance With TVK In Tamil Nadu Polls

Goyal reiterated that the BJP and AIADMK would contest together and expressed confidence in the alliances prospects.

News18 31 Jan 2026 4:39 pm

Sonam Wangchuk taken to AIIMS in Jodhpur after stomach pain complain; report to be submitted in SC by Feb 2

Jailed activist Sonam Wangchuk underwent a medical examination at AIIMS Jodhpur following a Supreme Court directive. The court is reviewing his detention under the NSA, with his wife challenging the grounds. Wangchuk, reportedly suffering from stomach ailments, has raised concerns about his health, prompting the specialist examination.

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 4:37 pm

Search Operation Launched in Samba After Suspected Pak Drone Sighting

Jammu, Jan 31: Security forces on Saturday launched a search operation along the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district after a drone, suspected to have originated from Pakistan, was spotted hovering briefly over Indian territory, officials said. The drone was sighted near Chillyari village, where it hovered for a couple of minutes [] The post Search Operation Launched in Samba After Suspected Pak Drone Sighting appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 31 Jan 2026 3:41 pm