Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath vows strict action against those spreading false information about Varanasi's development projects, citing the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor as an example.
The Union Budget 2026 continues the trend of increased defence spending under the Modi government. This article tracks the growth in defence allocations from 2014 to 2026, highlighting key investments and strategic priorities.
The Karnataka High Court has directed the state government to scrap the Bengaluru-Mysuru Infrastructure Corridor project, citing minimal progress since 1995 and extensive litigation.
Jhansi becomes the most preferred node in Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor as the state government plans to allocate 1,000 acres of additional land, potentially unlocking Rs 3,500 crore in investments.
Uttar Pradesh tourism department launches a 17-day campaign to promote homestay & B&B schemes, aiming to create local jobs and enhance tourist infrastructure. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh announces State Tourism Awards 2026 to recognise best tourism villages, rural homestays & farm stays. Apply by Jan 20. Celebrate authentic travel!
Daytime temperatures in Uttar Pradesh rose 3-6°C as fog thinned. However, IMD warns of a 2-3°C drop from January 12. Get the full forecast details here.
Punjab govt's Defence Skills Conclave aims to build talent for defence & aerospace sectors, leveraging state's military legacy to achieve self-reliance. Read more.
Geopolitical tensions from Ukraine to Venezuela are pushing nations to hike defence budgets. Experts predict India will follow suit in Budget 2026, focusing on self-reliance and tech-driven warfare. Read more.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh links India's development to Uttar Pradesh's growth, hailing new Lucknow EV plant as a hub for jobs, skills & clean mobility. Read more.
Union Ministers and UP CM inaugurate Ashok Leyland's EV bus plant in Lucknow. Rajnath Singh calls EVs the future, Yogi details phased expansion and Rs 34,000 cr defence corridor investment.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh declares India is no longer reliant on imported weapons, with Uttar Pradesh emerging as a key hub for defence manufacturing and job creation. Read more.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces massive investment in UP's defence corridor, boosting local manufacturing of arms, ammo & aircraft equipment. Read the full report.
Uttar Pradesh shivered as a severe cold wave hit, with Prayagraj's daytime high at 11.4°C, 10.5° below normal. Dense fog and icy winds cause 'severe cold day' conditions. Read for details and forecast.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces push to include Ahilyanagar in the National Defence Corridor to spur industrial investment and create employment. Land ownership relief for Sindhi, Punjabi communities also assured.
Bihar's 250-year-old Munger gun factories, hit by licensing norms, get a new lease of life through a defence corridor plan. The move aims to revive heritage skills and boost local employment. Read more.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal lands major defence contracts worth ₹100 crore to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for protecting Army and Navy installations. A leap for indigenous defence tech.
A woman in Uttar Pradesh faces legal action for allegedly concealing her Pakistani citizenship to obtain a teaching position. Police investigate the fraud case. Read details.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal wins Rs 100 crore defence contracts to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for the Indian Army and Navy, boosting national security with indigenous innovation. Read more.
Indian defence-tech startups are shifting from hardware to full-stack software solutions, driven by VC funding and policy changes. Over a third of new startups focus on drones, but software is key to long-term contracts.
A man stole an ambulance in Uttar Pradesh's Siddharthnagar but was arrested after losing his way. Police tracked the vehicle using its GPS device. Read the full story.
Uttar Pradesh govt announces one-time 3-year age relaxation for police recruitment, benefiting lakhs. 32,679 constable & allied posts to be filled. Details inside.
Uttar Pradesh reels under a severe cold wave with cities like Kanpur recording 3.2°C. Dense fog and cold winds to continue for days. Get the latest IMD forecast and city-wise temperature details.
Maharashtra's new industrial policy targets Nagpur for defence & GCC corridors, with a Rs 3,000 crore fund. Discover how it aims to make Maharashtra a trillion-dollar economy.
An 18-year-old girl in Uttar Pradesh's Banda allegedly killed her 45-year-old neighbour in self-defence after he tried to sexually assault her. Police confirm evidence points to self-defence.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary reviews key infra projects. Ganga Expressway work to finish by Feb 15, Defence Corridor land acquisition expedited. Details on BIDA, Pharma & Medical Parks.
Gaya district administration to receive tourism corridor blueprints, launches single-window for industry & enhanced grievance redressal. Key developments for 2024.
Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), a subsidiary of Bharat Electronics, signs a major ₹1,500 crore contract with the Indian Ministry of Defence. Details on the deal and market reaction inside.
Uttar Pradesh sees 48 criminals killed in police encounters in 2025, the highest annual figure under CM Yogi Adityanath's tenure since 2017. Read the full data and official statements.
Union Cabinet approves 6-lane Nashik-Solapur high-speed corridor & NH-326 upgrade in Odisha. Surat-Chennai travel time to drop from 31 to 17 hours. Read more.