India's Urban Future: Economic Growth & Livability Challenges

India's cities, home to 40% of the population by 2036, drive economic growth but face congestion and poor amenities. The 2026 Economic Survey calls for reforms in land use, governance, and public transport to enhance quality of life and productivity.

Two Naxalites Killed in Bijapur Police Encounter

Two Naxalites were killed in an encounter with police in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. The exchange of fire occurred during an anti-Naxal operation by the District Reserve Guard.

Kerala Budget: Pension Scheme for Gig Workers Announced

Kerala's latest budget introduces an assured pension scheme offering up to 50% of last basic salary with dearness relief, targeting gig workers and unorganised sectors amid complaints about existing contributory pension systems.

Tharoor Meets Kharge & Rahul, Says 'All Good'

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor met party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi for nearly two hours, describing discussions as 'constructive' while firmly stating he's not interested in being Kerala's CM face.

Rajya Sabha Adjourned Post Economic Survey 2025-26

The Rajya Sabha was adjourned for the day following the tabling of the Economic Survey 2025-26, which reviews India's economic performance ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27 presentation on Sunday.

2 Naxalites Killed in Bijapur Police Encounter

In a significant security operation in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, police neutralized two Naxalites in an encounter, recovering an AK-47 rifle, a 9mm pistol, and explosives.

Bengal Fire Toll 21, 28 Missing; Section 144 Imposed

A devastating fire in West Bengal has claimed 21 lives, with 28 individuals still missing. Authorities have imposed prohibitory orders to restrict public movement ahead of a planned visit by opposition leaders.

BJP Corporator Withdraws Plea Against Padma Shri Awardee

A BJP corporator in Gujarat withdraws plea to remove Padma Shri awardee Haji Ramakdu from voter list following public backlash. The controversy erupted after Ramakdu's name appeared in Republic Day honors list.

KCR Served Notice in Phone Tapping Case, Must Appear Before SIT

Former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) has been formally served a notice by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the phone tapping case. He is required to appear before the SIT for questioning, marking a significant development

Baramati Crash Exposes India's Political Aviation Safety Crisis

The tragic death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a charter aircraft crash in Baramati has ignited urgent scrutiny of India's aviation safety framework for political travel, revealing systemic vulnerabilities in regulatory oversight and

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