Orissa HC Dismisses PIL on Coal Tar Unit Hearing
Orissa High Court dismisses PIL challenging public hearing for greenfield coal tar processing unit in Jajpur, ruling statutory procedures were properly followed.
Category : Politics
Berhampur: STA Team Probes Bridge Accident That Killed 5
A State Transport Authority team investigates the Haladiapadar overbridge crash in Berhampur where a truck hit three motorcycles, killing five. Driver arrested, ex-gratia paid.
UK Court Awards $4.1M to YouTuber in Saudi Arabia Ruling
A UK court has ruled Saudi Arabia responsible for hacking and assaulting Saudi-born YouTuber Ghanem al-Masarir, awarding him $4.1 million compensation in a landmark legal victory.
Budget 2026-27: Space Department Allocation Rises to Rs 13,705.6 Crore
The Department of Space receives Rs 13,705.6 crore in the 2026-27 Union Budget, marking a 10% increase over revised estimates. Funds will support ISRO missions, human spaceflight, and private sector participation through IN-SPACe.
Budget 2026: Uttarakhand's Healthcare & Tourism Get Major Push
Union Budget 2026 announces support for medical tourism hubs, sustainable trekking trails, and Ayurveda promotion in Uttarakhand, sparking mixed reactions from stakeholders.
Odisha CM Praises Union Budget 2026-27, Opposition Slams
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi praised the Union Budget 2026-27 as growth-oriented and youth-centric, highlighting benefits for the state. Opposition leader Naveen Patnaik criticized it for ignoring Odisha's needs.
Budget 2026: Ayurveda, AI Focus to Benefit Uttarakhand Farmers
Union Budget 2026-27's emphasis on Ayurvedic herbs, AI tools, and hemp is viewed as transformative for Uttarakhand's small farmers, though critics highlight gaps in MSP and rural welfare.
IB Gets 63% Budget Hike After Success in Anti-Maoist Operations
Government increases Intelligence Bureau allocation to Rs 6,782 crore for 2026-27, citing crucial role in Operation Sindoor and elimination of Maoist leaders. MHA budget rises 9.4% with focus on policing and border infrastructure.
Farmer Killed by Stray Bull in Mathura, Stray Cattle Issue
A 35-year-old farmer in Mathura's Rajagarhi village died after being gored by a stray bull while protecting his wheat crop, underscoring the ongoing stray cattle crisis in Uttar Pradesh.
Teen Girl Electrocuted by Illegal Farm Fence in Bijnor
An 18-year-old girl died after accidental electrocution from an illegal electric fence on farmland in Rawali village, Bijnor district. Police investigation points to accidental death while awaiting autopsy report.
Kerala's Rare Earth Corridor Gets Union Govt Support
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced support for Kerala's rare earth corridor connecting Vizhinjam to Chavara in Budget 2026. The initiative aims to boost mining, processing, and manufacturing of critical minerals.
Kerala CM Warns Against Superstition Masquerading as Science
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan cautions against attempts to glorify superstition by projecting myths as ancient scientific discoveries, emphasizing the need to protect scientific temper in society.
Coconut Board Welcomes Budget 2026 Promotion Scheme
The Coconut Development Board has welcomed Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's announcement of a dedicated coconut promotion scheme in Budget 2026-27 aimed at enhancing production and productivity.
IAF Airlifts Paralyzed Woman from 9,000-Ft Himachal Village
In a daring rescue amid severe weather, the Indian Air Force airlifted a paralyzed woman from a remote Himachal Pradesh village at 9,000 feet, showcasing bravery and precision.
India Invited to Observe Bangladesh Elections
India has been formally invited by Bangladesh to send observers for its upcoming national elections. The invitation comes as Bangladesh prepares to form an interim government to oversee the electoral process.
IndiGo Flight Emergency Landing in Varanasi After Bomb Threat
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Varanasi made an emergency landing at Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport after receiving a bomb threat. All passengers and crew were safely evacuated.
India Hikes Duty-Free Baggage Limit to ₹75,000
The Indian government has increased the duty-free baggage allowance for passengers from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000, effective February 2, to ease travel norms and align with growing overseas travel trends.
₹5,000 Crore for Visakhapatnam Economic Region in Budget 2026
Union Budget 2026 announces ₹5,000 crore allocation for Visakhapatnam Economic Region over five years through challenge mode funding. The initiative aims to transform VER into $125-135 billion economy by FY32 with focus on port-led trade, IT hubs, tourism
Budget 2026: 20 New Waterways to Ease Odisha Mineral Transport
Union Budget 2026 proposes operationalising 20 national waterways, starting with NW-5 in Odisha, to streamline mineral movement from mines to ports, reduce road congestion, and cut logistics costs.
TTD EO Anil Singhal Transferred, Muddada Ravichandra Takes Over
In a sudden administrative reshuffle, the state government transferred TTD Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal and appointed 1996 batch IAS officer Muddada Ravichandra as the new EO in full additional charge.
TDP Protesters Attack YSRCP Leader's House in NTR District
TDP activists set fire to former minister Jogi Ramesh's residence in Ibrahimpatnam after his controversial remarks against CM Naidu and minister Lokesh, escalating political tensions in Andhra Pradesh.
Fadnavis: No Idea About NCP Merger Date or Talks
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis refutes claims of finalized NCP merger date, defends Sunetra Pawar's swift swearing-in as deputy CM, and discusses state budget preparations.
Budget 2026: Rare Earth Corridors in Odisha, 3 Other States
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces dedicated rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu to boost mining, processing, and manufacturing of critical minerals for EVs, clean energy, and defense.
Mamata Challenges Bengal Electoral Roll Revision in SC
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee files Supreme Court petition against Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, alleging procedural flaws and potential disenfranchisement ahead of state polls.
Manipur NDA MLAs Rush to Delhi for Govt Formation
NDA legislators from Manipur have urgently traveled to Delhi to discuss government formation, hoping for a positive resolution after President's Rule was imposed in February 2025.
India Raises Defence Budget 18% to ₹2.2 Trillion for FY27
India increases defence capital outlay to nearly ₹2.2 trillion for FY27, focusing on modernizing military assets with next-gen fighter aircraft, drones, and naval fleet amid rising security risks.
Sreedharan Hopeful on Kerala High-Speed Rail Project
Metroman E Sreedharan expresses optimism about his proposed high-speed rail for Kerala, revealing railway minister's oral directive for DPR preparation and criticizing state's RRTS plan as impractical.
Hapur Highway Heist: Rs 64 Lakh Looted from Trader
Three masked men on a scooter looted Rs 64 lakh at gunpoint from a Rajasthan rice trader near GS Medical College on NH-9 in Hapur. This is the second major highway robbery in the area within 45 days.
AP's Rs 6,300 Cr Burden in New Rural Job Scheme
Despite increased central allocations in Budget 2026, Andhra Pradesh may see sharp decline in rural employment generation as states must now bear 40% of expenditure under VB-G Ram G scheme, up from 10% earlier.
Two Die in Roorkee Bike Accident Due to Dense Fog
Two motorcycle-borne men from Muzaffarnagar died in a road accident near Roorkee's Manglaur area on Saturday night due to dense fog and poor visibility.
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