India Hikes Duty-Free Baggage Limit to ₹75,000
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.
Category : Politics
₹5,000 Crore for Visakhapatnam Economic Region in Budget 2026
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
Budget 2026: 20 New Waterways to Ease Odisha Mineral Transport
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.
TTD EO Anil Singhal Transferred, Muddada Ravichandra Takes Over
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 Protesters Attack YSRCP Leader's House in NTR District
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.
Fadnavis: No Idea About NCP Merger Date or Talks
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.
Budget 2026: Rare Earth Corridors in Odisha, 3 Other States
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.
Mamata Challenges Bengal Electoral Roll Revision in SC
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.
Manipur NDA MLAs Rush to Delhi for Govt Formation
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 Raises Defence Budget 18% to ₹2.2 Trillion for FY27
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.
Sreedharan Hopeful on Kerala High-Speed Rail Project
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.
Hapur Highway Heist: Rs 64 Lakh Looted from Trader
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.
AP's Rs 6,300 Cr Burden in New Rural Job Scheme
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 Die in Roorkee Bike Accident Due to Dense Fog
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.
Karnataka Budget 2026: BJP vs Congress Reactions
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) Wants Mango Mayoral Seat, BJP to Decide
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 HC Quashes Balasore Tender Over Blacklisting Clause
Orissa High Court invalidates Balasore Municipality tender, ruling that permanent blacklisting of bidders violates constitutional rights under Article 19(1)(g).
Florida Couple Charged in Luxury Car Title Fraud
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.
Budget 2026-27: Key Sectors for Atmanirbhar India
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 Joins Chamundi Hill Protest in Mysuru
Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, a member of Mysuru's royal family, has joined protests against construction activities on Chamundi Hill, highlighting environmental and cultural concerns.
Fadnavis Cancels Campaign for Zilla Parishad Polls
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has withdrawn from campaigning for the upcoming zilla parishad elections, citing the tragic demise of deputy CM Ajit Pawar. The polls are scheduled for February 7.
Naidu Dismisses YSRCP Apology Demand Over Tirupati Laddu Row
Andhra Pradesh CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu has firmly rejected YSRCP's demand for an apology in the Tirupati laddu ghee adulteration controversy, defending his actions based on official reports.
Vizag MP Counters Jagan's Gitam Land Allegations
Vizag MP M Sribharat strongly refutes former CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's social media claims about Gitam University land regularization, calling them misinformation and providing detailed valuation figures.
Ex-Bareilly Magistrate Meets Swami Avimukteshwaranand in Varanasi
Former Bareilly City Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri met with Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati in Varanasi, sparking discussions on spiritual and public service connections.
Chennai: Mother-Son Found Dead in Apparent Suicide Pact
A 70-year-old woman and her 41-year-old son were found dead at their Chennai home. Police suspect suicide after financial struggles in the film industry.
Vijayawada Official Praises Union Budget 2027 as 'Viksit Bharat'
Lanka Dinakar, chairman of the 20-Point Programme implementation, praised the Union Budget 2027 as a 'Viksit Bharat - Modi 3.0 budget' that lays a strong foundation for self-reliant, inclusive, and sustainable national development.
Tasmac Bottle Buy-Back Scheme to Resume in Chennai
Tamil Nadu's Tasmac will implement its empty liquor bottle buy-back scheme in Chennai this week after protests. The phased rollout aims to avoid previous confusion.
YSRCP Attacks Centre, AP Govt Over Budget Neglect
YSR Congress Party leader YV Subba Reddy criticizes Union Budget for neglecting Andhra Pradesh, inadequate Polavaram funding, and lack of exclusive rail corridors despite NDA partnership.
Budget 2026 Coconut Scheme: Impact & Daily Use Tips
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Coconut Promotion Scheme aims to boost India's coconut production, benefiting 10 million farmers. Discover its economic impact, health benefits, and easy ways to incorporate coconut into daily meals.
Hazaribag: Police Bust Illegal Liquor Factory, Seize 4,000 Fake Bottles
Hazaribag police raided an illegal liquor factory in Bishnugarh forest, seizing 4,000 counterfeit IMFL bottles, equipment worth Rs 56 lakh, and arresting two persons. The operation exposed a sophisticated forgery operation using fake government monograms.
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