Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao also announced a Government job to Somwyas brother and the constables salary payment till her scheduled retirement
The Finance Minister also announced restructuring of REC Limited and PFC as part of the government's public sector financial institution strengthening
Union Budget 2026: push for technology, planetary science in space programme
Capital expenditure is projected to grow by 20% compared to the revised estimates of 2025-2026, signalling a renewed push for hardware and mission development in the coming year
Bengaluru woman murdered, domestic help found dead at home in Mico Layout
Though the incident occurred around midnight, the matter came to light at around 4.30 a.m. when the victims husband, who had returned from Dubai on February 1, reached the house to find her dead.
Bhaskar Hegde had a profound impact on shaping the future of journalism students: Shraddha Amith
Hegde, who retired from service after 33 years as a lecturer and head of journalism department at SDM College, Ujire, was felicitated
The Union Budget 2026 speech saw the term Artificial Intelligence (AI) mentioned a record eleven times by the Finance Minister
Union Budget 2026-27: Totally lacklustre, says Congress
The speech was also non-transparent since it gave no idea whatsoever of budgetary allocations for key programmes and schemes, Jairam Ramesh said
Nandyal MP Shabari condemns Ambati Rambabus remarks against Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu
Nandyal MP Byreddy Shabari said it has become a habit for the YSRCP leaders to make humiliating and disparaging remarks against the ruling party leaders
FM lists steps to boost semiconductors during Budget speech
Graduation ceremony held at Christ PU colleges
Thai Poosam festival: Devotees get a glimpse of Jyothi Darshan at Vadalur
Devotees from Tamil Nadu and neighbouring Puducherry thronged the Sathya Gnana Sabha to catch a glimpse of the holy light placed in the sanctum sanctorum
Union Budget 2026: India set to host first ever Global Big Cat summit
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) was set up last year
Union Budget 2026-27: Government proposes launch of Khelo India mission to transform sports sector
On January 31, 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Khelo India school Games at Delhi. It was rebranded as Khelo India Youth Games form 2019 onwards
Pre-event for International Trade Fair launched in Bengaluru
At the fair, scheduled to be held from February 6 to 8 at Palace Grounds, Bengaluru, farmers will directly showcase and sell their produce especially millets to consumers.
Navjot Kaur Sidhu quits Congress, takes dig at Punjab party chief
She criticised Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, blaming him for damaging the organisation and blamed him of selling the party for petty gains with an understanding with AAP
Anurag Kashyaps long-delayed Kennedy to finally land on OTT in India
The neo-noir thriller, which premiered at Cannes in 2023, will finally stream in India following years of delays
The worlds first handheld scientific calculator
On February 1, 1972 just a day before a year was completed from the official go-ahead for the product HP-35 was made available to the world. Now recognised as the worlds first scientific pocket calculator, the gadget revolutionised the way we looked at handheld equipment. A.S.Ganesh punches some keys to give you the tale of these number crunchers
Union Budget 2026: Sixteenth Finance Commission report for 2026-31 tabled in Parliament
The 16th FCs recommendations would apply for a period of five years beginning on April 1, 2026
We have three kartavyas towards people: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
The Finance Minister said this is first budget prepared in Kartavya Bhavan
Budget 2026-27 approved by Cabinet
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth record Budget in the Lok Sabha
India to buy Venezuelan oil instead of Iranian crude, claims Trump
India had been a major buyer of Iranian oil until 2019, when imports were significantly reduced following the reimposition of U.S. sanctions on Tehran
In place of BNSS, CrPC is still being used in Jharkhand, says former Congress MLA Amba Prasad
She pointed out that a dead law is still being used in official government documents throughout the state, and ironically, everyone, from the administration to the opposition, is silent.
Judge orders U.S. to release 5-year-old, dad taken into custody in Minnesota crackdown
Images of Liam Conejo Ramos, with a bunny hat and Spiderman backpack being surrounded by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Officers, sparked outcry
PM Modi reiterates Indias continued support for Palestinians
Foreign Ministers of Arab countries called on PM Narendra Modi, who appreciated their role in supporting peace and stability in West Asia
Economic Offences Wing Kashmir chargesheets two in fake international prize scam
The man who got scammed was asked to deposit money into different accounts to win a prize of 2.35 crore along with a car
Shashi Tharoor shares key expectations for Budget 2026
Congress takes dig at govt after Trump's 'India to buy Venezuelan oil' remark'
President Trump continues to give us information on what our own government has done or will be doing, Mr. Ramesh said
President offers dahi-cheeni to Nirmala Sitharaman ahead of Budget 2026
15 Pakistani soldiers, 92 militants killed in security operations in Balochistan
The Pakistani Army said the militants attempted to disturb peace by carrying out terrorist activities in and around Quetta, Mastung, Nushki, Dalbandin, Kharan, Panjgur, Tump, Gwadar and Pasni
Budget 2026: Stock markets fluctuate in narrow range
The Union Budget for 2026-27 will be presented in Parliament later in the day.
Gross GST collections rise 6.2% to over 1.93 lakh crore in January
Net Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenues, however, grew 7.6% to about 1.71 lakh crore in January
Kerala for All conclave Day 2: Final day to deliberate on future of Kerala tourism
Day Two brings policymakers, administrators, practitioners and industry leaders together to outline pathways to embed inclusive thinking into the future of Keralas tourism landscape
A Print Biennale and exhibitions in Kolkata and Delhi underline how the practice is not threatened by AI and may well add it to its tool kit
Commercial LPG price hiked by 49, domestic cylinder rates unchanged
In the national capital, the retail price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has been revised to 1,740.50, while the price of the 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder remains unchanged
The Great Nicobar project | Between the sea and the state
The 72,000-crore mega-infrastructure initiative, which envisions transforming the remote outpost into a major transshipment and defence hub, has sparked procedural, ecological and displacement concerns
Watch: Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman poses with budget tablet
Why have the new UGC regulations been stayed? | Explained
Why have there been protests? How have the regulations defined caste-based discrimination? Why were new regulations introduced? What was the main thrust of the 2026 regulations on grievance redressal mechanisms as opposed to the 2012 ones?
Union Budget 2026-27: Centre must fulfil promises to Kerala, including AIIMS, says Tharoor
The Congress MP also said unemployment was another major concern facing the country and hoped the budget would include measures to tackle it.
Indias only Chinatown in Kolkata, fading away
The Chinese community in Kolkata now has only about 2,000 people, down from about 50,000 in the 1960s. In the SIR process in West Bengal 389 of 484 voters have beencategorisedas untraceable or absent. For a community that began coming to the city since the 1840s, and has dealt with racism in many forms, the dwindling numbers in the SIR are a reflection of many leaving the country, reports Shrabana Chatterjee
A classroom at a Grama Sabha meeting in Iyyappanthangal
Time And Tide obliges in Dr. S.C. Jain Sprinters Championship
Union Budget 2026 LIVE: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present her ninth Budget today
The Budget is expected to unveil measures to sustain growth momentum, maintain fiscal discipline, and contain reforms that could buffer the economy from global trade frictions, including U.S. tariffs
Future of work: Indias youth under the new Codes
The four Labour Codes aim to promote formalisation of employment and improve ease of doing business; gap in coverage of benefits is a major challenge
Firing outside film maker Rohit Shettys Mumbai residence, probe launched
According to initial reports, four rounds were fired at the building by unidentified persons, the official said, adding that there were no report of injuries to anybody
Union Budget 2026-27: Confident it will be very good, says Piyush Goyal
The government, he said, has been very conscious of the importance of the MSMEs
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Epstein files lead to resignation in Slovakia and calls in Britain for former Prince to co-operate
Slovakia PM accepts the resignation of Miroslav Lajcak, former UNGA president; British PM suggests Prince Andrew should tell American investigators whatever he knows about Epsteins activities
About 60% of the backward taluks are concentrated in north Karnataka: Panel report
The most backward taluks are concentrated in Kalaburagi division, followed by Belagavi division
CM announces projects worth 135 crore for Mehrauli
Man from Punjab killed in multi-vehicle collision enroute to IGI Airport
Professors, students protest against apex court stay on UGC equity rules
Protesters question opposition to new regulations by some general category studentsand their call for a Bharat Bandh today; instances of caste bias on college campuses flagged; this is the beginning of a movement for social justice: JNUSU president
Full respect for Djokovic but Nadal tips Alcaraz for Melbourne title
A two-time Australian Open champion himself, Nadal believes world number one Alcaraz is the clear favourite, but would not be surprised if 38-year-old Djokovic caused an upset
Negotiations with DMK progressing well: TNCC president
He criticises the pointless speculation in the media over the alliance, linking the Congress and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
Hoax bomb threat to Vellore Collectorate
Police said the threat, received through an email to Vellore Collectorate around 2.45 p.m., warned of a possible explosion at the Collectorate office
Palaniswami criticises DMK regime for violence against women
Special package for Amaravati is on wishlist of CII A.P. ahead of Union Budget
Confederation of Indian Industry also expects approval of revised cost for Polavaram project, special fund for backward districts and support for MSMEs
Bengaluru: Eight PGs sealed, over 570 receive notices
Domestic help arrested for stealing gold jewellery in Velachery
Police probe death of 15-year-old girl after home abortion
Secondary grade teachers end protest for equal pay after Ministers assurance
39th India International Leather Fair to commence on Sunday
Nagapattinam district tourism website, logo unveiled
Ranji Trophy | Pragnay hits ton as Hyderabad piles the pressure on Chhattisgarh
The home team eyes a strong finish to the season after securing a 348-run first-innings lead; it is eight wickets away from victory
Watch: UGC equity regulations controversy | Explained | Talking Politics
This week on Talking Politics, we will discuss all about the controversy over new UGC equity regulations and how it has become a political hot potato
Watch: Sunetra Pawar takes oath as first woman Deputy CM of Maharashtra
Traffic diversions in Banjara Hills as SIT probes KCR
HPS parents allege mismanagement, protest arbitrary fee hike and demand govt intervention
Virtual conference highlights role of technology in heart failure care
Anitha demands YSRCP apology over Tirumala prasadam issue
Home Minister alleges corruption worth crores, questions the partys faith in Sanatana Dharma
HC impleads Govindan as party to pleas challenging Navakerala survey
Watch: EAM Jaishankar highlights strong India-Arab ties at foreign ministers meet
CM attends wedding reception in Madurai
Delhi Aerocity metro station to emerge as major interchange hub on Airport Express Line
The new Aerocity interchange will feature platform-to-platform connectivity on one side and concourse-to-concourse paid area connectivity between the Airport Express Line and the Golden Line, with the platforms expected to be located at a depth of around 22 metres, says the official
After week-long critical care, Telangana excise constable Gajula Sowmya passes away at NIMS
YSRCP leader Ambati Rambabu arrested for creating hurdles for police
Wife files a house motion petition in the High Court alleging illegal detention and failure of the police to provide protection
Forensic scientists visit drug manufacturing lab in Mysuru
Countdown forcleanlinessaudit begins in Chennai
As Chennai gears up for the 10th edition of Swachh Survekshan, a reminder that participation of its residents will go a long way in improving its ranking
Manoj Tiwari files complaint against fake Facebook account in his name
The complaint was filed after a strong worded criticism of the now-stayed UGC regulations was posted from the said Facebook ID using his photo
Waltair railway division bags nine best efficiency awards
YSRCP leader condemns attack on Ambati Rambabu
NGT pulls up cricket stadiums for using groundwater
It imposed a fine of 5,000 each on Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi and 11 other stadiums for not submitting the required details about theirwater usage to the Central Ground Water Authority
Bishop attends Gunadala Lourdu Matha Mahotsavams
Yelahanka flyover must be ready by September end: GBA chief
Indias media sector undergoing rapid transformation: Union Minister L. Murugan
Speaking at BES Expo 2026, the Minister said technology has completely changed the way content is created, distributed, and consumed
Awareness programme on sustainable financial inclusion held
BJP demands Supreme Court-monitored SIT probe into Anandapur warehouse fire
At a press conference, BJP spokesperson Guru Prakash Paswan said that 27 people had lost their lives so far and that several others were still missing
The bins are still the best bet at Therkupattu
For Chennai residents given to long drives on ECR, the beachside expanse at Therkupattu is a familiar bivouacking spot. The patch is plagued by littering, particularly during weekends. The garbage bins are largely ignored by visitors but the solution ironically lies in having more of these bins
