Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Union Budget 2026 for reflecting 140 crore Indians' aspirations and strengthening reforms. The Finance Ministry highlighted its three core duties for economic growth and inclusive development.
India firmly dismissed Pakistan's accusations of involvement in Balochistan attacks, calling them diversionary tactics amid deadly violence that killed 125 people.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced major initiatives for high-value agriculture in Budget 2026-27, including new schemes for coconut, cashew, cocoa, and sandalwood to boost production and exports.
Key Mumbai updates include Sunetra Pawar's deputy CM role clarification, EU grounding VSR aircraft, rehab centre assault case, BJP group head developments, civic alerts, and weather conditions.
Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes high-value agriculture with targeted schemes for coconut, cocoa, cashew, sandalwood, and nuts. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes AI tools and fisheries initiatives to boost farmer incomes and modernize farming.
Union Budget 2026 allocates Rs 7.85 lakh crore for defence, a sharp 15.2% increase from last year. Capital outlay rises 21.84% to Rs 2.19 lakh crore for modernization including aircraft, naval fleet, and major projects like Rafale jets and submarines.
The US Embassy in India announces irregular updates on its official X account due to a US government funding lapse, continuing only urgent security alerts until full operations resume.
Key developments from Lucknow include easing cold wave conditions, controversy over an Ayodhya officer's remarks, and Akhilesh Yadav's stance on police encounters. Stay updated on civic, traffic, and political news.
Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkataraman informs Supreme Court that cases have been registered for derogatory remarks against Justice Swaminathan. Police chiefs across districts instructed to take immediate action.
Union Budget 2026 allocates Rs 7.84 lakh crore for defence, a 15% increase post-Operation Sindoor. Capital outlay at Rs 2.19 lakh crore, revenue expenditure at Rs 5.53 lakh crore.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 focuses on income tax reforms, a significant capital expenditure increase, and making cancer drugs more affordable for patients across India.
Union Budget 2026 allocates funds to train 20,000 veterinary professionals and develop 500 water bodies for fisheries, boosting animal healthcare and aquaculture sectors.
India's defence budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 has been set at Rs 7.84 lakh crore, reflecting a substantial increase in military spending to enhance national security and modernise armed forces.
In a major infrastructure push, the Union Budget 2024 proposes seven new high-speed rail corridors and one dedicated freight corridor to transform India's railway network and boost economic growth.
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a fresh chargesheet in the Andhra Pradesh Skills Development Corporation case, stating that Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu had no involvement in the alleged scam.
The Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated Rs 4,869.31 crore for Ladakh, focusing on infrastructure, connectivity, and sustainable development in the strategic region.
Laura Dogu, the newly appointed US envoy, has arrived in Caracas as Washington aims to reopen its embassy in Venezuela, signaling a potential diplomatic thaw after years of strained relations.
Two masked thieves executed a bold robbery at Gregory & Co jewellers in Richmond, smashing windows with a hammer. Staff fought back as social media erupted with reactions questioning London's safety.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that the Union Budget 2026-27 reflects the aspirations of 140 crore Indians and strengthens India's reform path, focusing on inclusive growth and economic resilience.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Biopharma SHAKTI scheme with ₹10,000 crore outlay to boost domestic production of biologics and biosimilars, addressing India's shifting disease burden.
The Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated ₹1,102 crore for expenses including ministers' salaries, PMO operations, and hospitality for state guests, marking an increase from the previous fiscal year.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis cancels all campaign events for upcoming local body elections following deputy CM Ajit Pawar's death. Polling rescheduled to February 7, counting on February 9.
The 16th Finance Commission recommends ₹7.91 lakh crore for local bodies, with rural bodies getting ₹4.35 lakh crore, nearly double the previous commission's allocation.
Union Budget 2026 proposes seven high-speed railway corridors and one dedicated freight corridor connecting major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Varanasi, and Siliguri.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents defence budget of ₹7,84,678 crore for 2026-27, marking significant increase from previous year. Budget focuses on military readiness, modernisation, and personnel welfare.
Greater Bengaluru Authority Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao directs officials to complete Yelahanka flyover by September end, with 70% work done. Also announces Hennur-Bagalur Road white-topping completion in 15 days.
A 13-year-old boy in Indore was lured to a terrace, strangled and bludgeoned to death, then hidden in a storage bed where the suspect's grandmother slept overnight. Police arrested a 21-year-old and detained a 15-year-old accomplice.
A Gurgaon police officer narrowly escaped injury when a recently arrested suspect opened fire during an operation. The officer's bulletproof jacket absorbed the impact, highlighting the importance of protective gear in law enforcement.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces seven high-speed rail corridors and increased capital expenditure of Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY27, focusing on railways and roads infrastructure.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed a significant increase in the central government's capital expenditure to Rs 12.2 lakh crore for the fiscal year 2027, aiming to stimulate infrastructure development and economic growth.