Smaller Cities Beat Metros in Ease of Living: Survey

Economic Survey 2025-26 reveals smaller Indian cities like Pune, Navi Mumbai, and Tirupati now offer better living conditions than Delhi and Bengaluru due to less crowding, improved services, and efficient governance.

Shah Slams Mamata Over Kolkata Fire, Infiltration Issues

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Mamata Banerjee government for alleged negligence in the Kolkata warehouse fire that killed 27, accusing it of cover-up and corruption while addressing infiltration concerns at a BJP rally in Barrackpore.

Haryana Panel on Adani Power PPA Issues

Haryana government constitutes a high-power committee chaired by former Supreme Court judge Justice Krishna Murari to resolve long-standing disputes with Adani Power's Mundra plant.

3 Get 3 Years Jail for Rs 1.18 Crore Excise Duty Fraud

A CBI court in Ahmedabad has sentenced three individuals to three years imprisonment and fines for a Rs 1.18 crore excise duty rebate fraud involving forged export documents from Surat-based Shree Sai Impex.

Budget 2026 Live: Watch FM Sitharaman's Speech on Feb 1

Union Budget 2026 will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 11 AM. This marks her ninth consecutive budget, setting a new record in India's parliamentary history.

5 Dead, 6 Hurt in Odisha Road Crash; CM Condoles

A devastating road accident in Odisha's Angul district has claimed five lives and left six others injured. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed deep condolences over the tragic incident.

New Rules from Feb 1, 2026: FASTag, Tobacco, Fuel & Market

Starting February 1, 2026, significant rule changes will impact daily life and finances. Key updates include simplified FASTag procedures, increased tobacco prices, potential fuel cost revisions, and stock market operations on Budget day.

Rajasthan SIT Probes Sadhvi Prem Baisa's Death, Case Filed

Rajasthan police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the death of Sadhvi Prem Baisa, with an unnatural death case lodged. The investigation aims to uncover the circumstances surrounding her demise.

Congress Leadership Crisis in Kerala Before 2026 Polls

The Congress party in Kerala shows signs of revival with local body election results, but internal factionalism and leadership tussles threaten its prospects. Similar patterns in Karnataka, Rajasthan, and other states highlight systemic indecision within

ASI Rules Out National Monument Tag for Savarkar Sadan

The Archaeological Survey of India has informed the Bombay High Court that Savarkar Sadan cannot be declared a centrally protected monument of national importance due to age criteria, but suggests state or BMC heritage listing for preservation.

Ex-Lottery Winner Jailed for Counterfeit Drug Ring

An 80-year-old former lottery winner has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for running a sophisticated counterfeit drug manufacturing operation from his countryside cottage in England.

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