Sitharaman on Gender Bias in Budget Day Scrutiny
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman discusses the gender biases behind scrutiny of her Budget Day appearance, while highlighting key economic announcements from her 124-minute Budget speech.
Category : Politics
IRS Officer Gets Sena Medal for Counter-Narco-Terror Role
Lieutenant Colonel Pradeep Shoury Arya, an IRS officer serving as Commissioner of Income-Tax, has been conferred the Sena Medal (Gallantry) for his role in counter-narco-terror operations, becoming the first civil servant to receive this military honor.
Epstein Files Reveal Russian Intrigue, Zelensky Mention
Newly released DOJ documents from Jeffrey Epstein case reveal Russian political maneuvers and a reference to Ukraine's Zelensky, raising global transparency concerns.
MDMK to Form Committee After DMK Panel for Seat Sharing
MDMK general secretary Vaiko announced the party will constitute a committee within three hours after DMK forms a panel for seat sharing negotiations ahead of Tamil Nadu elections.
Belagavi Water Dispute Over Hubballi-Dharwad Supply
Karnataka government's decision to divert 43 MLD from Renuka Sagar reservoir to Hubballi-Dharwad sparks protests in Belagavi district, where four taluks face chronic water shortages.
Trichy Palakkarai RoB Gaps Reopen, Residents Face Issues
Gaps between decks on Trichy's Palakkarai railway road overbridge have resurfaced, creating safety hazards. Temporary fixes planned as renovation delays persist due to Southern Railway's work on Maris RoB.
Karnataka Hakki Pikki Members Stranded in Chad Over Visa
Eight members from Karnataka's Hakki Pikki community face visa-related troubles in Chad, Africa, with passports seized and threats of imprisonment over alleged illegal stay during herbal trade.
Karur Bus Crash Injures 25+ Including 2-Year-Old
A head-on collision between a private bus and a mini-bus near Kulithalai in Karur district left over 25 people injured, including a two-year-old child. Five seriously injured were referred to Karur and Trichy hospitals.
Mumbai Central Building Fire: No Injuries, Extinguished in 25 Minutes
A fire erupted on the second floor of Kailash Apartments, a seven-storey building in Mumbai Central, on Monday evening. Officials confirmed no injuries and that the blaze was contained and extinguished within 25 minutes.
Dharwad Commission Orders Insurance Payout for Fire Claim Denial
Dharwad District Consumer Commission directs National Insurance Company to pay Rs 1.18 crore compensation with interest and penalties for wrongfully denying a textile shop owner's fire insurance claim in Savadatti, Belagavi district.
Bagalkot: Woman Murders 3 Kids, Attempts Suicide
A 28-year-old woman in Bagalkot allegedly killed her three young children and attempted suicide after a quarrel with her mother-in-law. Police have registered cases against both.
PM Modi Thanks Trump for Tariff Cut to 18%
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to former US President Donald Trump for lowering tariffs to 18%, emphasizing his crucial role in fostering global peace and stability.
Bengaluru Teen Jumps to Death After Alcohol Party, Fearing Home
A tragic incident in Bengaluru as a Class 10 student jumps to death from a building after an alcohol party, fearing to return home. The case highlights youth mental health and substance abuse issues.
Russia Backs China on Taiwan, Warns Japan Over Military Expansion
Russian security chief Sergey Shoigu reaffirmed Moscow's support for Beijing's Taiwan claim while warning about Japan's military posture amid record defense budget and Taiwan Strait tensions.
Trichy Power Cut on Tuesday for Maintenance Work
Tangedco announces a power shutdown in Trichy suburbs on Tuesday due to maintenance at Thuvakudi substation, affecting areas like NIT Trichy and Bhel township from 9:45 AM to 4 PM.
MLA Ganta Slams YSRCP's Abusive Language, Seeks EC Action
Bheemili MLA Ganta Srinivasa Rao criticises YSRCP's use of abusive language, calls it inherent to party's DNA, and plans to write to Election Commission for revocation of recognition.
BJP's CM Ramesh Slams YSRCP for Diversion Politics in AP
BJP leader Dr CM Ramesh alleges YSRCP leaders are engaging in diversion politics to distract from Andhra Pradesh's development progress under PM Modi and CM Naidu's leadership.
Pawan Kalyan Slams Jana Sena Leaders for Silence on Key Issues
Jana Sena Party chief K Pawan Kalyan expressed strong displeasure with party leaders during Vijayawada meeting, questioning their silence on Tirumala laddu controversy and YSRCP campaigns.
Pune: Bike Crash Kills Teen, Rail Test, Bike Theft & Updates
Major updates from Pune include a fatal bike accident killing a 19-year-old, land acquisition tests for high-speed rail, a youth stealing a ₹1.4 lakh bike, and civic, traffic, and political developments.
Three Students Drown at Chennai's Kovalam Beach
Three nautical science students drowned at Kovalam beach near Chennai. Two bodies recovered, search ongoing for the third. Police investigating the tragic incident.
Mandya DC Surprise Check at Indira Canteen in KR Pete
Deputy Commissioner Kumara conducted an unannounced inspection of the Indira Canteen in KR Pete, Mandya, reviewing food safety, hygiene standards, and service quality to ensure compliance with government guidelines.
Trichy Federation Demands Service Roads on Accident-Prone NH Stretch
The Federation for Retrieval of Trichy Palpannai-Thuvakudi service road petitions Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi to construct promised service roads on a dangerous highway stretch where hundreds of accidents have occurred.
Karnataka HC Quashes Defamation Case Against Ex-VC
The Karnataka High Court has overturned a trial court order that referred a defamation complaint against former VC Prof Niranjana to police, citing procedural lapses and legal principles.
Gujarat HC Suspends Beef Possession Sentence Over Procedural Issues
Gujarat High Court suspends 7-year sentence of woman convicted for beef possession, citing procedural lapses, FSL report inconsistencies, delayed FIR, and lack of independent evidence.
Gujarat HC Suspends Beef Possession Sentence Over Lapses
Gujarat High Court suspends 7-year sentence of woman convicted for beef possession, citing procedural lapses, FSL inconsistencies, and delayed FIR. Conditional bail granted pending appeal.
Shivakumar: All MLAs Including Siddaramaiah Are My Strength
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar emphasized that all MLAs, including Siddaramaiah, are his strength while stating that leadership decisions rest with the party high command.
UP Migrant Workers Die in Rajkot Train Selfie Accident
Two migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh died and one was injured after being hit by a Vande Bharat train while taking a selfie on railway tracks in Rajkot, Gujarat. The victims were identified as factory workers.
CPM's Black Day Protest Against Budget Neglect of Kerala
CPM Kerala observes Tuesday as black day, protesting Union Budget's alleged neglect of state's demands including AIIMS, high-speed rail, and traditional industries.
Govt Steps In After Panchayat Tax Notice to Foxconn
Karnataka government swiftly intervened after a gram panchayat notice demanding Rs 12.7 lakh property tax from Foxconn raised fears about the state's investment climate. Authorities clarified the Taiwanese giant falls under a special investment region.
Karnataka CM Accuses Centre of Ignoring State's Financial Demands
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused the Centre of ignoring the state's demand to include cess and surcharges in the divisible pool, citing massive revenue losses. He also criticized Governor Gehlot's conduct during the assembly session.
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