Will be easy to purchase goods valued much more than $500 billion from U.S.: Goyal
We are even today importing 300 billion dollars of goods that can be imported from the U.S. We are importing from all over the world. That is going to grow up to two trillion in the next five years, Piyush Goyal said
UIDAI completes over one crore mandatory biometric updates for school children across 83,000 schools
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has made mandatory biometric updates (MBU) free for children in the age group of 7 to 15 years for one year period
CPI(M) slams IndoUS trade deal as attack on sovereignty
Party alleges sweeping concessions to the U.S. will harm farmers, weaken agriculture, and undermine Indias strategic autonomy.
Gharami cracks his maiden double century as Bengal takes control
Scores an unbeaten 216; Sumanta (81) and Gandhi (45 batting) play the supporting roleto perfection as the Andhra bowlers struggle
Ghee adulteration a direct assault on Hindu faith, says TDP leader Palla Srinivasa Rao
To adulterate the laddu prasadam of Lord Venkateswara is among the most disgraceful acts of the YSRCP dispensation, he alleges
DMK may contest for three seats in Karaikal
Sources in the party say delay in finalising seat sharing in Tamil Nadu does not bode well for the Dravidian in Puducherry where it is seeking to consolidate and expand its footprint
Reconsider demand on paddy bonus, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan tells Centre
The Union Finance Expenditure Secretary had written a letter to the Kerala Chief Secretary asking the State to discontinue the additional bonus given by the State for paddy
Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 104.05 feet
Watch: Udhayanidhi Stalin accuses FM Sitharaman of neglecting Tamil Nadu in Union Budget
Over 100 injured in jallikattu in Tiruchi, Perambalur districts
The meeting held at a hotel in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar was attended by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, Union Home Secretary, Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and Special Secretary (Internal Security) in the Ministry of Home Affairs, says official
Bangladesh seeks UN help to probe killing of uprising leader
French police arrest five over crypto-linked magistrate kidnapping
French authorities have been dealing with a string of kidnappings and extortion attempts targeting the families of wealthy individuals dealing in cryptocurrencies.
Watch: NDA will come third in upcoming TN election, says Manickam Tagore
T20 World Cup 2026 | Bethell, Brooks fifties power England to 184/7 against Nepal
Batting first, England saw Jacob Bethell (55 off 35 balls) and Harry Brook (53 off 32 balls) make significant contributions with the bat after opener Phil Salt was dismissed early at the Wankhede Stadium.
Three people, including father and son, killed in luxury car crash in MP
The deceased, including father and son, were on motorcycle to distribute wedding invitation cards, Rewa police said
Staria, Zayyan and Europe impress
India-U.S. trade deal: Piyush Goyal rejects claims India yielded to U.S. demands
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has rejected claims that India gave in to U.S. duty-free demand to reduce steep tariffs.
Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles
According to two decrees published by the Ukrainian presidency, targets of the sanctions include several Chinese companies as well as companies from the former Soviet Union, the United Arab Emirates and Panama
PM Modi, Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim review partnership, pledge to boost trade, collaboration
T.N. Deputy CM Udhayanidhi inaugurates Mudhalvar Thirumana Maaligai in Chennai
Mr. Udhayanidhi said the State government had earlier constructed marriage halls in the names of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. This was the first time a marriage hall was being opened in the name of the Chief Minister.
India-US deal will likely double Tamil Nadu garment exports to Rs 30,000 crore
Tiruppur garment exporters anticipate a significant boost from the India-US trade deal. Exports to the United States are projected to double to Rs 30,000 crore within three years. This growth is expected to create approximately 5 lakh new jobs in the textile town. The agreement is poised to bring more orders to Tamil Nadu, potentially diverting them from other countries.
Timely payment of compensation to landowners hindered by delays in release of funds, says Stalin
Soundproof barrier planned near Ranganathittu for MysuruKushalnagar highway
The soundproof barrier is essentially an acoustic wall designed to reduce traffic noise reaching sensitive areas.
DC Shreeroopa reviews preparations for Shivarathri Jatra at MM Hills
A large number of devotees from Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are expected to reach MM Hills on a padayatra for the Jatra, scheduled to be held from February 14 to 18.
Meghalaya police told to hunt down financiers of illegal coal trade
The crackdown in East Jaintia Hills was ordered ahead of the High Court of Meghalayas summons to the administrative and police chiefs of the district on February 9
Why women gig workers are protesting in Delhi | The Hindu Spotlight
The Gig & Platform Service Workers Union (GIPSWU) protested on February 3, 2026, demanding an end to unregulated algorithmic control and for a worker-centric legal framework. Protests took place in Delhi, Jaipur, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, with 250-300 women showing up. The Hindu spoke to the women to find out their demands
Suspect in shooting of senior Russian general has been detained, Moscow says
The Federal Security Service (FSB) said a Russian citizen, Lyubomir Korba, was detained in Dubai on suspicion of carrying out the shooting
TVK Chief Vijay Likely To Contest From These Two Seats In 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Vijay is likely to contest from two seats, signaling a strategic push to expand his partys presence across key urban and regional strongholds.
Watch: Trade deal is surrender to U.S. corporates, says Samyukt Kisan Morcha
Samyukt Kisan Morcha has demanded Commerce Minister Piyush Goyals resignation, calling the IndiaU.S. trade deal a surrender to American agri-corporates. Farmer unions warn that tariff cuts on U.S. farm imports will devastate Indian agriculture, apple and cotton growers. SKM has urged Prime Minister Modi to halt the agreement or face nationwide protests.
Why does Thwaites glacier matter?
Srinivasa Mangapuram Brahmotsavam off to a colourful start
Garuda Seva, considered the magnum opus of the nine-day event, will be held in a grand manner on February 12, followed by golden chariot (February 13), Rathotsavam (February 15) and Chakra Snanam (February 16).
Iran's FM Araghchi strikes hard line on U.S. talks, saying Tehran's power comes from saying 'no'
While Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian praised the talks on Friday (February 6, 2026) in Oman with the Americans as a step forward, Foreign Minister Araghchi's remarks show the challenge ahead
PM protected interest of farmers, workers: BJP chief on India-U.S. trade deal
BJP chief Nitin Nabin said this at Ramleela Maidan while flagging off 500 e-buses along with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and her Cabinet ministers
India today negotiating trade deals from a position of strength, confidence: Goyal
I start by saying look, we are a 4 trillion dollar economy today (February 8), but it is going to be 30-35 trillion by 2047, when we are a developed economy, says Piyush Goyal
T20 World Cup: India starts on a winning note, but there could be challenges ahead
A 29-run triumph against the United States of America (USA) may seem easy but there were moments when India was tested
BJP picked Ritu Tawde as Mumbai Mayor due to Marathi backing for Sena (UBT) and MNS: Raut
Speaking to reporters, Sanjay Raut also took a dig at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh after actor Salman Khan was seen interacting with its chief Mohan Bhagwat here on February 7 at an event to mark the RSS's centenary
Phone tapping accused should be suspected in the Telangana FSL fire accident: Congress MP
Kiran Kumar Reddy made these allegations in response to KTRs allegations that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy might be involved in the fire accident
On February 8, candidatesprotested in Chennai aftermany of them were not permitted to appear for the examination at the designated centre allocated for them.
Software engineer dies by suicide in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: A software engineer died by suicide after jumping in front of a speeding goods train on the railway tracks between Ammuguda and Neredmet railway stations on Saturday, February 7. According to the Secunderabad Government Railway Police (GRP), the deceased was identified as Sundaramurthy, a native of Tamil Nadu. He had migrated to Hyderabad around 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 .
Zydus gets orphan drug status for Sickle Cell Disease medication
Therapeutic options for management of Sickle Cell Disease are currently limited
Old Maravoor bridge to be dismantled to pave way for construction of new one
Foundation and pillars of the old bridge, a portion of which had sunk in 2021, have become weak and cannot be restored, PWD
T20 World Cup: BCB chief in Lahore as ICC, PCB hold talks over India match boycott
There is a glimmer of hope now as PCB has approached the ICC for deliberations, as per an ICC Director, who feels that the marquee clash will eventually take place on February 15, 2026
COVID-19 restrictions linked to global decline in childrens movement skills
The study also showed evidence of possible recovery after post-COVID-19 decline
Three men arrested for assaulting passersby in Chennai
ICMR initiates human clinical trials for improved Kyasanur Forest Disease vaccine
The vaccine has been successfully developed, and animal challenge and toxicity studies have been completed
AI companions promise to combat loneliness, but history shows the dangers of one-way relationships
It is important not to forget the poetry, philosophy and storytelling that remind us that human connection is supposed to require something of us, and that it is worth the effort
Jail warder dies after falling from terrace in Madurai district
Malaysian PM Ibrahim, like several of us in India, is a 'big fan' of MGR: PM Modi
Maruthur Gopalan Ramachandran, popularly known as MGR, was apopularIndian actor, director and producer who founded Tamil Nadus AIADMK party and went on to becomeTamil Nadu'sChief Minister
Rahul was coming towards me after losing his temper: Bittu on face-off with Congress leader
The Union Minister of State for railways and food processing industries also lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP leaders for standing by him
Majji Srinivasa Rao said that TDP had misled the people before the general elections with regard to Land Titling Act though it was done on the suggestion of the Central government
FPIs turn net buyers in February; invest 8,100 crore in a week on U.S. trade deal
According to the data, FPIs invested 8,129 crore in this month (till February 6)
Tamil Nadu has been ranked number one in the Centres ratings under DMK rule; despite this, the BJP-led Union govt. has not offered the poll-bound State any benefits in the Budget, the Chief Minister says
Congress slams Assam BJP's 'point-blank shot' video for targeting minorities, asks judiciary to act
The now-deleted video showed Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma purportedly taking aim with a rifle and firing a shot at two people one wearing a skull cap and the other with a beard, with point-blank shot as the caption
Watch: Sethans Igloo village draws tourists for rare snowy stay
Muzaffarnagar riots linked case: U.P. court acquits 22
More than 60 people were killed and over 40,000 displaced during the Muzaffarnagar riots in 2013
Watch: PM Modi in Malaysia: Trade, trust and strategic partnership boost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a two-day visit to Malaysia, receiving a ceremonial welcome in Kuala Lumpur. Addressing the Indian diaspora, he says India is a trusted global partner for growth. Modi and Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim hold wide-ranging talks to boost cooperation in defence, trade, semiconductors, security and people-to-people ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Stalin urges PM Modi to expedite rail projects in Tamil Nadu
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday, February 8, wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his urgent intervention to direct the Ministry of Railways to expedite sanctioned projects in the state by releasing required funds and reviving those kept in abeyance. Stalin highlighted that the progress of several crucial railway projects 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 .
Mr. Muruganandam said the government was ensuring that residents of all homes for the mentally ill were being provided with services such as Aadhaar cards, pensions, ration cards, and priority was being given to them for housing and skill training
NLC India signs MoU with Cuddalore district administration for infrastructure projects
Sooryavanshi headlines U-19 World Cup team of the Tournament
The 14-year-old Sooryavanshi, who scored a majestic 175 from 80 balls in the final against England and was subsequently crowned Player of the Tournament, is joined by compatriots Kanishk Chouhan and Henil Patel in the 12-member team
Afghanistan opts to bat against New Zealand
Rashid Khan won the toss and opted to bat against New Zealand in their T20 World Cup opener in Chennai
Chidambaram Natyanjali festival to begin on February 13
On Maha Shivaratri (February 15), the programme would begin at 6 p.m. and go on till 1.35 a.m. the next day.
Punjab government suspends 2 IAS officers
Although the reasons for their suspension were not specified in the orders, sources said that it stemmed from a six-year delay in procuring smartphones for Anganwadi workers under the Union Government's Mission Saksham Anganwadi
AIMSA urges PM Modi to ensure safety, justice for medical students after Russia stabbing attack
At least six people, including four Indian students, were injured on Saturday (February 7, 2026) in a stabbing attack at a university in Russias Bashkortostan Republic
BIFFes 2026: In White Snow, a banned film fined its way through the Himalayas
In White Snow, a moving Urdu film by Praveen Morchhale, we follow Fatima, a determined mom on a wild adventure through the Himalayas as she fights to show her son Ameers banned short film
Dense fog disrupts flight operations at Chennai airport; 4 flights diverted, many others delayed
Chennai airport faced significant disruptions Sunday morning due to dense fog, forcing the diversion of multiple international and domestic flights. Visibility plummeted to 150 metres, impacting arrivals and departures. Low-visibility procedures were implemented as flights circled, awaiting clearer conditions. The Met department cited humidity, calm winds, and cool temperatures for the fog.
Tamil Nadu CM urges PM Modi to direct Railways to release funds for land acquisition, compensation
In a letter to Prime Minister Modi, CM Stalin urged him to reconsider the Thoothukudi-Madurai and Tindivanam-Tiruvannamalai railway projects, which he claimed are on hold
Unnao rape: Sengar moves Supreme Court seeking bail in death case of survivor's father
On January 19, the Delhi High Court had refused to suspend Sengar's 10-year jail term in the case on the grounds of delay in trial, saying it was partly caused by the multiple applications he had filed in the matter
Saaspocalypse: Why did Anthropics Claude Cowork plugins spook markets | The Hindu Explains
Claudes legal pluginautomating NDA triage, contract review, and compliance trackingtriggered the sharpest market reaction
Very excited to invite India to join Pax Silica, says top U.S.official
U.S. President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order removing the punitive 25% tariffs imposed on India for its purchases of Russian oil
In Frames: Medaram and the rhythms of devotion
The Sammakka-Saralamma Maha Jatara held in Medaram, a small forest village in Telangana, draws crores of devotees who seek to honour the forest goddesses
TNPSC cancels Group II-A mains exam after technical glitch
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has cancelled the Group II A main examinations. A software error wrongly allocated exam centres for around 600 candidates. Many candidates arrived at centres with insufficient capacity. The commission will announce revised exam dates in two weeks. The Tamil eligibility test scheduled for the afternoon was also postponed.
Stalin urges PM Modi to expedite rail projects in TN, seeks release of pending funds
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to expedite sanctioned railway projects in the state. Stalin highlighted delays in fund releases by the Ministry of Railways, impacting land acquisition and causing uncertainty for landowners. He requested full and priority funding for ongoing projects and the revival of those in abeyance.
Siraj cancels Real Madrid plans after last-minute call-up, shines in T20 World Cup opener
Bhai mazaak maat karo [Brother please don't joke], Siraj told Suryakumar when the latter called him to join the team in Mumbai for the T20 World Cup
Shivamogga police open fire, arrest rowdy-sheeter and his associates near Bhadravathi
Mubarak alias Dicchi, the rowdy-sheeter, suffered a gunshot wound on his right leg. He has been facing several charges including murder, attempted murder and extortion.
Why is Dreamliners fuel system under watch? | Explained
What happened on a recent Air India flight? Why are certain fuel control switches malfunctioning? Werent precautionary checks undertaken after the Ahmedabad mishap in June last year? What is the risk it poses to the engine when switches are faulty?
Stalin seeks Modis intervention on stalled rail projects as TN heads to polls
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to expedite sanctioned railway projects. He highlighted persistent fund release delays by the Ministry of Railways. These delays are impacting critical projects and causing uncertainty for landowners. Stalin requested full and priority fund allocation and the revival of stalled projects.
Mr. Stalin said he was constrained to write the letter in the light of some factually incorrect information being spread in the media in this regard
Delhi air quality slightly improves, AQI level at 196
This is an improvement compared February 7, when the AQI stood at 227 at 4 p.m., in the poor category
For the year 2022-23, the top three States in this category were Uttar Pradesh (32,430 crore), Rajasthan (18,814 crore), and Tamil Nadu (16,048 crore), according to volume 1 of the commissions report
Watch | Our relations has reached a new level: PM Modi in Malaysia
Watch: PM Modis ceremonial welcome in Malaysia
PM Modi in Malaysia LIVE: Prime Minister holds bilateral talks with PM Anwar Ibrahim
The talks are expected to result in multiple agreements aimed at expanding cooperation across various sectors
How is India tackling mental health crisis? | Explained
What has the Budget allocated for mental health institutions? Will it be enough to tackle an emergency?
Trump aims to hold first meeting of new Board of Peace in Washington later in February
The meeting, proposed for February 19, would include both world leaders who accepted Mr. Trump's invitation in January to join the board as well as members of an executive committee for Gaza
When institutional reliability matters: the story of di-ethylene glycol
Indias encounter with DEG has occurred at multiple points over the past four decades, leaving behind a trail of deaths. The lesson here is to build credible government institutions that can safeguard public health
Police arrest protesters at Minneapolis federal building on 1-month anniversary of woman's death
Renee Good was killed on January 7 as she was driving away from immigration officers in a Minneapolis neighbourhood
Polling opens in Thai general election
No party is forecast to win an outright majority, and coalition negotiations are expected to follow the results.
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