Union Budget 2026-27's emphasis on Ayurvedic herbs, AI tools, and hemp is viewed as transformative for Uttarakhand's small farmers, though critics highlight gaps in MSP and rural welfare.
Government increases Intelligence Bureau allocation to Rs 6,782 crore for 2026-27, citing crucial role in Operation Sindoor and elimination of Maoist leaders. MHA budget rises 9.4% with focus on policing and border infrastructure.
A 35-year-old farmer in Mathura's Rajagarhi village died after being gored by a stray bull while protecting his wheat crop, underscoring the ongoing stray cattle crisis in Uttar Pradesh.
An 18-year-old girl died after accidental electrocution from an illegal electric fence on farmland in Rawali village, Bijnor district. Police investigation points to accidental death while awaiting autopsy report.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced support for Kerala's rare earth corridor connecting Vizhinjam to Chavara in Budget 2026. The initiative aims to boost mining, processing, and manufacturing of critical minerals.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan cautions against attempts to glorify superstition by projecting myths as ancient scientific discoveries, emphasizing the need to protect scientific temper in society.
The Coconut Development Board has welcomed Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's announcement of a dedicated coconut promotion scheme in Budget 2026-27 aimed at enhancing production and productivity.
In a daring rescue amid severe weather, the Indian Air Force airlifted a paralyzed woman from a remote Himachal Pradesh village at 9,000 feet, showcasing bravery and precision.
India has been formally invited by Bangladesh to send observers for its upcoming national elections. The invitation comes as Bangladesh prepares to form an interim government to oversee the electoral process.
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Varanasi made an emergency landing at Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport after receiving a bomb threat. All passengers and crew were safely evacuated.
The Indian government has increased the duty-free baggage allowance for passengers from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000, effective February 2, to ease travel norms and align with growing overseas travel trends.
Union Budget 2026 announces ₹5,000 crore allocation for Visakhapatnam Economic Region over five years through challenge mode funding. The initiative aims to transform VER into $125-135 billion economy by FY32 with focus on port-led trade, IT hubs, tourism
Union Budget 2026 proposes operationalising 20 national waterways, starting with NW-5 in Odisha, to streamline mineral movement from mines to ports, reduce road congestion, and cut logistics costs.
In a sudden administrative reshuffle, the state government transferred TTD Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal and appointed 1996 batch IAS officer Muddada Ravichandra as the new EO in full additional charge.
TDP activists set fire to former minister Jogi Ramesh's residence in Ibrahimpatnam after his controversial remarks against CM Naidu and minister Lokesh, escalating political tensions in Andhra Pradesh.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis refutes claims of finalized NCP merger date, defends Sunetra Pawar's swift swearing-in as deputy CM, and discusses state budget preparations.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces dedicated rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu to boost mining, processing, and manufacturing of critical minerals for EVs, clean energy, and defense.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee files Supreme Court petition against Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, alleging procedural flaws and potential disenfranchisement ahead of state polls.
NDA legislators from Manipur have urgently traveled to Delhi to discuss government formation, hoping for a positive resolution after President's Rule was imposed in February 2025.
India increases defence capital outlay to nearly ₹2.2 trillion for FY27, focusing on modernizing military assets with next-gen fighter aircraft, drones, and naval fleet amid rising security risks.
Metroman E Sreedharan expresses optimism about his proposed high-speed rail for Kerala, revealing railway minister's oral directive for DPR preparation and criticizing state's RRTS plan as impractical.
Three masked men on a scooter looted Rs 64 lakh at gunpoint from a Rajasthan rice trader near GS Medical College on NH-9 in Hapur. This is the second major highway robbery in the area within 45 days.
Despite increased central allocations in Budget 2026, Andhra Pradesh may see sharp decline in rural employment generation as states must now bear 40% of expenditure under VB-G Ram G scheme, up from 10% earlier.
Two motorcycle-borne men from Muzaffarnagar died in a road accident near Roorkee's Manglaur area on Saturday night due to dense fog and poor visibility.
BJP leaders in Karnataka praise the Union Budget 2026 as visionary, while Congress leaders, including DCC President Harish Kumar K, criticize it for lacking new welfare schemes and high borrowing.
JD(U) announces bid for Mango Municipal Corporation mayoral post in Jamshedpur, with MLA Saryu Roy initiating talks with BJP for support as NDA candidate ahead of February 23 polls.
Orissa High Court invalidates Balasore Municipality tender, ruling that permanent blacklisting of bidders violates constitutional rights under Article 19(1)(g).
A South Florida couple owning a luxury car dealership faces 38 criminal charges for allegedly using fraudulent invoices to obtain rebuilt titles for high-end vehicles valued over $500,000.
The Union Budget 2026-27 outlines significant investments in critical sectors like infrastructure, green energy, and technology to boost India's self-reliance and economic growth.
Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, a member of Mysuru's royal family, has joined protests against construction activities on Chamundi Hill, highlighting environmental and cultural concerns.