Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her record 9th consecutive Budget for FY 2026-27. Key focus areas include economic reforms, capex push, and potential tax relief for salaried taxpayers amid global headwinds.
U.S. President Donald Trump warns Canada against trade with China and proposes a shift from Russian to Venezuelan oil, reshaping global energy alliances and raising geopolitical tensions.
An artist from Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, has crafted a detailed charcoal sketch in anticipation of the Union Budget 2026 presentation, showcasing creativity and public engagement with fiscal policy.
An in-depth look at the concealed realities behind terrorist funerals in Kashmir, revealing the profound stigma, emotional trauma, and societal loss faced by families, beyond the public spectacle.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman wore a Kanjeevaram silk saree from Tamil Nadu for her 9th Union Budget presentation, continuing her tradition of showcasing regional textiles and artisans.
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor expressed hope for Kerala-specific announcements in Union Budget 2026 ahead of state elections, while SP chief Akhilesh Yadav voiced disappointment with government's past budgets.
Chitrakoot District Magistrate Pulkit Garg enrolls his 3-year-old daughter in a government Anganwadi, advocating for improved public education facilities and challenging parental perceptions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Dera Sachkhand Ballan in Jalandhar for Guru Ravidas Jayanti, renames Adampur airport after the saint, amid BJP's Punjab outreach ahead of 2027 polls.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar has pledged to uphold the ideologies of Shivaji Maharaj, Shahu Maharaj, Jyotirao Phule, and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, emphasizing social justice and inclusive governance in the state.
Delhi Police's Crime Branch arrests three men, including a lawyer, for allegedly forging documents to claim and sell a prime residential property in Greater Kailash I. The racket targeted elderly property owners.
President Donald Trump issues a final ultimatum to Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei, demanding a zero-nuclear-weapons deal as US warships move toward the Middle East, with regional stability hanging in the balance.
The Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate claims responsibility for targeting ISI-linked Shahzad Bhatti in Portugal, revealing global reach and operations in Brazil. Bhatti's terror network and Delhi Police arrests detailed.
A 55-year-old man from Punjab died in a multi-vehicle collision on Delhi's UER-II amid dense fog while heading to drop his son at IGI Airport. Police cite poor visibility as a key factor.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the Halwara Airport in Ludhiana, Punjab, marking the end of a three-decade-long wait for enhanced air connectivity in the industrial hub.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has strongly criticized former US President Donald Trump for his comments on India's oil policy, stating that Trump is attempting to inform India about its own sovereign decisions.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor emphasizes that Budget 2026 must focus on employment generation alongside economic growth to benefit India's youth, ahead of FM Nirmala Sitharaman's record 9th Budget presentation.
Pakistan repatriated seven Indian nationals who completed jail terms, including two swept across border by flooded Sutlej river in 2023. Prisoners describe harsh conditions in Pakistani jails.
At the UNSC, Pakistan attempted to internationalize the Indus Waters Treaty issue, while India presented evidence of Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism, linking it to treaty obligations.
NHAI prepares work plan for Prayagraj Inner Ring Road Phase 2, featuring 41.662 km stretch with major river bridges over Ganga and Yamuna to ease traffic congestion.
YSRCP leader Ambati Rambabu was arrested in Andhra Pradesh following alleged derogatory remarks about Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. The arrest led to dramatic scenes in Guntur, with TDP supporters reportedly ransacking his property.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her ninth consecutive Union Budget 2026-27, a historic record. Meet the key government officials who played crucial roles in shaping this budget.
Reports alleging CJ Roy ended his life due to income tax harassment are incorrect, according to sources. The investigation preceding his death involved real estate and political payoffs.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's deep maroon-purple saree with gold zari borders at Budget 2026 presentation resembles Karnataka's traditional Ilkal weave, continuing her symbolic fashion tradition.
Senior YSRCP leader Ambati Rambabu arrested by Andhra Pradesh Police for alleged derogatory comments against CM N Chandrababu Naidu. TDP supporters ransacked his house, YSRCP claims murder attempt and 'jungle raj' in state.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026-27 in Lok Sabha, marking her ninth consecutive budget. Her handloom saree choices spotlight traditional textiles.
Delhi Traffic Police has proposed diverting interstate buses from ISBT Kashmere Gate to Dehradun Expressway via Eastern Peripheral Expressway to alleviate chronic traffic jams on Ring Road and surrounding areas.
Sunetra Pawar's transition from a reserved figure in the Pawar family to Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister. Her measured approach, social work background, and challenges in filling Ajit Pawar's void.
Pune gears up for zilla parishad and panchayat samiti elections on February 7 with 75,000 bottles of indelible ink arriving. SEC switches from marker pens after social media complaints.
The Economic Survey 2025-26's proposal to re-examine the RTI Act, including potential ministerial veto and exemptions, faces strong opposition from activists and politicians who argue it undermines democratic accountability.
Kolhapur district administration has completed preparations for the upcoming zilla parishad and panchayat samiti elections scheduled for February 7, with 3,047 polling stations inspected and necessary facilities ensured for voters.