Heritage in peril: Damage to Bidars karez water system after unauthorised alteration raises alarm
The NaubadAliyabad karez, believed to have been built in the 15th century by the Bahmani Sultanate, is an ancient underground water-harvesting system. Conservationists point out that the system holds strong potential for nomination as a UNESCO World Heritage site if conserved scientifically.
Crackdown on illicit liquor trade: 18 arrested in Nagapattinam and searches conducted in lodges
Reopening of Gaza's Rafah crossing expected Monday, officials say
Israel has said the crossing would open under stringent security checks only for Palestinians who wish to leave the war-ravaged enclave and for those who fled the fighting in the first months of the war to return.
14 women devotees sustain injuries in road accident near Ariyalur
The prime minister would also be visiting Dera Sachkhand Ballan on the occasion of the 649th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas
Union Budget 2026: Defence Budget pegged at 7.85 lakh crore; 15% increase over current fiscal
The increase in the defence outlay against the backdrop of historic success of Operation Sindoor has further strengthened our resolve to make India's defence system even more robust, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said
Irans Khamenei likens protests to coup, warns of regional war
The Iranian authorities deadly response to the protests sparked threats of intervention from U.S. President Donald Trump, who dispatched an aircraft carrier group to the region
Israel to terminate MSF work in Gaza for failing to provide Palestinian staff list
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said that they were unable to build engagement with Israeli authorities on the concrete assurances required, including that any staff information would be used only for its stated administrative purpose and would not put colleagues at risk
Pakistan forces kill 145 militants after attacks in Balochistan
Pakistans military said the attacks were carried out by Indian-sponsored militants; MEA rejects baseless allegations
Tirupati laddu row: TTD EO transferred, Special CS Ravichandra appointed in-charge EO
Mr. Singhal was at the helm of affairs in the TTD when the ghee was suspected to be adulterated during the YSR Congress Party regime
Apple to benefit as Centre to allow foreign firms fund equipment for manufacturers
In India, Apple was concerned that if it paid for machines for its contract manufacturers, Indian law could consider that a so-called business connection and impose taxes on its iPhone sales profits
Tiruvottiyur highway to be called Vallalar Nedunchalai: Stalin
Mr. Stalin announced that a conference on Vallalar will be held in Chennai on February 15
Capgemini to sell U.S. unit linked to ICE
CapGemini said the process of divestment would be initiated immediately but did not say whether the sale was due to CGS' contract with ICE.
Union Budget turns election spotlight on West Bengal with freight corridors, industry push
In recent years, Union Budgets preceding Assembly elections have often carried pronounced regional emphasis
Watch: NDA hail Budget, while Opposition slam disappointing Budget 2026
While members of the ruling NDA welcomed Budget 2026, the Opposition has termed the Budget disappointing, accusing the government of missing key concerns on jobs and inflation.
Mans body retrieved from Porur Lake
Watch: NDA hails Budget, while Opposition slam disappointing Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026 has triggered sharp political reactions. While the NDA has hailed the budget as growth-oriented and future-ready, Opposition parties have slammed it as disappointing and anti-people. Leaders from both sides outlined their views in Parliament, setting the stage for an intense political debate over the governments economic priorities.
Union Budget 2026-27: Seems to have missed the ball, Shashi Tharoor slams with cricketing analogy
Shashi Tharoor asserted that the biggest unanswered question remains jobs, noting that there was little in the Budget speech to indicate how employment would be generated
Budget 2026: The 14 States mentioned by Finance Minister and a breakdown of related projects
While 14 States received direct mentions, the Budgets footprint expands to 24 States and territories through strategic projects in rail, heritage, and industrial corridors
Rare Earth Corridors, Rail And Freight: Budget Takeaways For Poll-Bound States
The expected big-ticket announcements ahead of crucial elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Assam may not have happened, but the Union Budget 2026 still had several proposals targeted at these states.
Union Budget 2026: No benefit for Karnataka, says Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar
A.P.s Budget boost rare earth corridor, high-speed rail
The Ministry of Mines found significant reserves of rare earth elements in Andhra, and in 2024, some blocks were given to the State government for auction for exploration
AIs errors may be impossible to eliminate what that means for its use in health care
Common sense and the precautionary principle suggest that it is too early for AI to prescribe drugs without human oversight
Union Budget 2026: Government to allow persons resident outside India to invest in domestic equities
Experts said the step can help increase inflows as well as stabilise the rupee
Andhra Pradesh Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav said the Budget is the best possible under the present global political turbulence and economic challenges
Union Budget 2026-27 is growth-oriented, says CII-Southern Region deputy chairman
There has been a focus on infrastructure for the past three to four years and some of the announcements made in the Union Budget, such as the high-speed railway corridor, freight corridor, and waterways, among others, would boost connectivity, P. Ravichandran said
PGIMER doctors achieve major breakthrough in deadly Celphos poisoning
The findings clearly demonstrate that early administration of this therapy can significantly alter the clinical course of aluminium phosphide poisoning
Fear of free-roaming elephants keeps children away from this anganwadi in Sringeri taluk
An Anganwadi centre at Bhalekadi in Sringeri taluk has a teacher and a worker, but only one child attending it
Union Budget 2026-27 highlights: Key announcements from FM Nirmala Sitharamans speech
Our government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has decisively and consistently chosen action over ambivalence, reform over rhetoric and people over populism, Nirmala Sitharaman said in Parliament
'Historic' Budget reflects aspirations of 140 crore Indians: PM Modi
PM Modi said this year's budget presents an ambitious roadmap to give new momentum to the 'Make in India' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives
Budget 2026: Government pegs fiscal deficit a tad lower at 4.3% of GDP for FY27
The debt-to-GDP ratio is estimated to be 55.6% of GDP in Budget Estimate (BE) 2026-27, compared to 56.1% of GDP in Revised Estimate (RE) 2025-26
Decoding Budget 202627 | What the numbers mean
Our reporters join us live to decode the Union Budget 202627. We break down sector-wise allocations, policy signals, and what the budget means for states facing elections in 2026.
Tiger crosses river Godavari, returns to human habitations from Papikonda National Park
The same tiger was last sighted entering into Papikonda National Park via Eluru district on January 29
The Union Home Minister said the Budget reflects the vision of a developed India by 2047 and the roadmap for the next 25 years
Three college students killed, three others injured as car collides with bus at Ezhuthur
As the car approached Ezhuthur, the driver lost control of the wheel, and the vehicle jumped the median and landed on the opposite lane
What a 12-hour work day can do to your metabolic, mental and reproductive health
While 12 hours over four days may sound beneficial in terms of commutes and flexibility, the reality is that extended work hours can have detrimental effects on the short- and long-term health of employees
Panchaganga Express to continue to run with five additional coaches for a month
The Railways had augmented two 3-tier AC Economy, two general second class and one second class sleeper coaches from June 11 from Bengaluru-end and from June 12 from Karwar-end.
Yaksha Rangayana to stage Somiya Soubhagya on Feb 2
Kankanady Old Road cleaned during Ramakrishna Missions monthly cleanliness drive
Volunteers cleared three black-spots and created awareness among local residents about keeping their surroundings clean
Dedicated rare earth corridors in TN, Kerala, would promote mining: CII
The Union Budget 2026 proposal towards establishment of Rare Earth Corridors would help promote mining, processing, research and manufacturing and thus help build India's leadership in rare earth magnets
The Budget also proposed changes in taxation of buybacks, which involves companies repurchasing their own shares from existing shareholders usually from the open market or through a tender offer
Union Budget 2026: what gets costlier, what gets cheaper?
Umbrellas and their parts will now attract a specific minimum duty, making cheap imports costlier.
Union Budget 2026: Where the money comes from and goes | Infographics
The key sources of revenue and the allocation of funds in the Union Budget.
Kerala for All conclave: Kerala urged to build world-class accessibility model in tourism
Suman Billa, Additional Secretary and Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, stresses the need to think about accessibility beyond hard infrastructure and to incorporate assistive technologies powered by artificial intelligence
Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao also announced a Government job to Somwyas brother and the constables salary payment till her scheduled retirement
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 industry reactions LIVE: FM Sitharaman raises STT for futures trading
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth Union Budget in Parliament on Sunday (February 1, 2026)
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
Centre to Develop Mountain Trails in APs Araku Valley, J&K
Turtle trails along key nesting sites in the coastal areas of Odisha, Karnataka and Kerala; and Bird watching trails along the Pulikat lake in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu will also be developed
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.
Three birdwatching trails along the Pulicat Lake in Andhra Pradesh-Tamil Nadu border will be developed
Rare Earth Corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
The proposed corridors will focus on strengthening domestic capabilities across the rare earth value chain, covering extraction, processing and manufacturing activities. The finance minister said the initiative aims to enhance domestic production and reduce import dependence.
Budget 2026: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27. The budget includes significant proposals for Tamil Nadu. Rare earth mineral corridors will be established in Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala. Seven high-speed rail corridors are planned, including Hyderabad-Chennai. A coconut promotion scheme will boost production in key states. The minister wore a magenta Kanjeevaram saree.
Budget 2026: The move comes as India looks to reduce its dependence on China for rare-earth minerals. Two of the four states, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, are set to go to Assembly elections in 2026
Budget 2026: Rare earth corridors to come up in states
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the establishment of dedicated rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
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
Budget 2026: Odisha, Kerala, Andhra, Tamil Nadu to get dedicated rare earth corridors what it means
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed dedicated rare earth corridors in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala to boost domestic capabilities and reduce import dependence. The initiative, part of the 2026-27 Union Budget, aims to support mining, processing, and manufacturing of critical minerals essential for clean energy and defence.
Budget 2026: GMDC shares rally 5% as FM Sitharaman announces rare earth corridor
GMDC and NMDC shares rose after the Budget 2026 announced a dedicated rare earths corridor aimed at building a complete critical minerals supply chain. With states like Tamil Nadu, Odisha and Kerala set to become key hubs, the move boosts long-term prospects for Indias rare earth and mining companies.
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
Sitharaman Announces Rare Earth Corridors In 4 States, Including Tamil Nadu
Taking a big step to reduce India's dependence on China for rare earths, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that dedicated corridors will be set up for the minerals in four states - Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.
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
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's ninth successive Union Budget presentation on February 1, 2026, featured a striking magenta Kattam Kanjeevaram silk saree from Tamil Nadu. This classic handwoven piece, with its gold-toned checked pattern and intricate coffee-brown border, highlighted India's rich textile heritage. The choice continued her tradition of showcasing diverse handloom crafts through her attire.
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.
Trump says U.S. is 'starting to talk to Cuba' as he moves to cut its oil supplies
It comes in the wake of his moves in recent weeks to cut off supplies of oil from Venezuela and Mexico.
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
FM Nirmala Sitharaman picks Kanjeevaram silk as she steps out to present Union Budget 2026
This year, Sitharaman has headed out to present the Budget wearing a magenta-coloured Kattam Kanjeevaram (Kancheepuram) silk saree from Tamil Nadu
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.
Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman opts for a traditional Kanjeevaramsaree from Tamil Nadu
Kanjeevaram sarees are traditional handwoven silk sarees and the silk weaving tradition of Kancheepuram dates back several centuries
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
Budget 2026-27: For this year's Budget, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman opted for a handwoven Kancheevaram silk saree, honoring Tamil Nadu's rich legacy. Tamil Nadu goes to the polls this year. Nirmala Sitharaman's saree has light golden brown checks, aka, kattam, with a coffee brown border with thread work. Kancheevaram sarees are one of India's finest handwoven sarees.
