The traditional halwa ceremony at North Block marked the final phase of 2026-27 budget preparation, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman overseeing the process. The budget will be presented on February 1, a Sunday, with documents available digitally.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation failed to secure a place among top five municipal corporations in Maharashtra's e-governance awards despite implementing extensive digital services during 150-day drive, raising transparency concerns.
The Allahabad High Court has directed the Kumbh Mela Authority to finalize compensation for a stampede victim's husband within 30 days, rejecting the state's delay request and criticizing government apathy.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav hailed West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for challenging BJP, calling ED, CBI, and IT departments political extensions of the ruling party.
The Allahabad High Court has granted interim anticipatory bail to Mohd Alam, a Sambhal youth, in a case related to November 2024 violence. The court has sought a reply from the state government while extending protection till February 25.
Delhi Police's Crime Branch arrested Karan Doltani, a 33-year-old convicted rapist who had been absconding after violating bail conditions. He faces multiple sexual assault charges from 2016 and 2022 cases.
Nagpur Divisional Commissioner's Office secured top position in Maharashtra's 150-day e-governance improvement programme, evaluated across 7 digital parameters by Quality Council of India.
Telangana High Court division bench refuses to grant relief to Shine Screens India LLP, upholding requirement for 90-day advance disclosure of proposed movie ticket price hikes.
A tragic road accident in Hisar district claimed three lives and left six critically injured when a family car collided with a tractor-trailer and hit a tree on Banbhauri Road.
The Gujarat government has announced free land allocation for 11 types of civic facilities to municipalities, eliminating 25-50% market rate payments to accelerate urban development projects.
Court proceedings in Sirsa were halted as lawyers protested the violent attack on advocate Kewal Singh Kamboj. The statewide strike demands immediate arrest of the accused.
Former President Donald Trump questioned why Alex Pretti was armed when shot by Border Patrol, sparking debate over Second Amendment rights versus public safety in protests.
Nagpur police and animal welfare officials raided an illegal bovine slaughter operation in Vilam village, rescuing 108 animals valued at Rs 5.8 lakh on Republic Day. The racket used dispersed private farms to hide animals.
Two juvenile boys apprehended for alleged sexual assault of a six-year-old girl in Northeast Delhi. Mother discovered incident after daughter returned home covered in blood, with one suspect still at large.
India's Parliament budget session begins with Finance Bill 2026 setting tax rates, plus major reforms in education, bankruptcy, motor vehicles and agriculture through key legislation.
DMK general secretary Duraimurugan announces party's election campaign starting February with 20 star campaigners covering all 234 constituencies in Tamil Nadu.
Sriganganagar police dismantled an international drug trafficking network, arresting two key operatives and seizing 1kg heroin worth Rs 5 crore smuggled from Pakistan.
A post-election alliance between BJP and Sharad Pawar-led NCP has ended political uncertainty in Akola Municipal Corporation, securing a 44-member majority in the 80-seat civic body.
A 42-year-old milk booth owner in Bengaluru's Avalahalli was brutally attacked with a knife by a rowdy-sheeter and his associates after he objected to their public nuisance. The accused has been arrested.
The third phase of Uttar Pradesh Bar Council elections in Lucknow was disrupted due to overcrowding and chaos, leading to cancellation of Tuesday's voting and postponement of January 28 polling.
Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar met Uddhav Thackeray in Mumbai, proposing a rotational mayor term to resolve Chandrapur Municipal Corporation's political impasse amid BJP's poaching attempts.
Singer Anjali Bharti's comments about Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis's wife at a Bhandara event have drawn condemnation from political parties and institutions, with police registering a case and the State Women's Commission intervening.
Three armed men robbed a jewellery shop in Dasanapura, Bengaluru, escaping with Rs 50,000 cash and 30 grams of gold after threatening staff with a suspected toy gun.
A 39-year-old track maintainer at Southern Railway died under mysterious circumstances at Trichy Junction. Police have registered a case under BNSS Section 194 as investigation continues.
Signals of potential alliance talks between Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and PMK emerge in Chennai. PMK MLA's conciliatory tone and TVK's hopeful stance hint at political realignment amid criticism of DMK and AIADMK.
India and the European Union have signed a comprehensive mobility pact to facilitate easier movement for students, workers, and researchers across 27 EU countries, enhancing opportunities in fields like AI.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declares political ties between Europe and India are at their strongest, following the conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement and launch of a Security and Defence Partnership.
DMK instructs functionaries to refrain from commenting on alliance partners as Congress demands action against DMK MLA G Thalapathy for his critical remarks about the party's vote share in Tamil Nadu.
A Hisar court has sentenced Deepak to seven years' rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 4,000 fine for shooting his married ex-girlfriend in 2021. The co-accused was acquitted due to lack of evidence.
Youth Congress members in Ajmer burned an effigy of a government college principal, demanding his resignation within seven days over controversial remarks about Pakistan made at a conference.