JMM, the lead ruling alliance partner in Jharkhand, has strongly criticized the Union Budget 2026-27, labeling it the 'worst budget' of Independent India. Alliance partners Congress and RJD also expressed disappointment, while BJP defended it as inclusive
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced SHE Marts as community-owned retail outlets for women-led SHGs in Budget 2026-27, building on Jharkhand's existing SHG success.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Sangh Parivar of deliberately poisoning Indian society to maintain divisions, sparking political debate ahead of elections.
Bokaro police arrested three youths, including an MBA graduate, for extortion and illegal arms possession. The prime accused used technology and dark web knowledge to commit crimes.
Jharkhand Finance Minister Radha Krishana Kishore expresses deep disappointment over Union Budget 2026, accusing Centre of ignoring state's demands and lacking roadmap for development goals.
Himachal Pradesh experiences fresh snowfall and rainfall across various regions, enhancing tourism prospects and water reserves while prompting weather advisories for residents and travelers.
World Bank President Ajay Banga visited the revered Gurdwara Sri Panja Sahib in Pakistan's Hasan Abdal, engaging with the Sikh community and highlighting the institution's commitment to global development and cultural heritage.
Punjab faces a day of double disappointment with the Union Budget and Prime Minister's visit failing to address key state concerns, according to Congress leader Rana KP Singh.
Union Budget 2026-27 introduces City Economic Regions with Rs 5,000 crore per cluster to drive infrastructure and job creation in Jharkhand's tier-II and tier-III cities like Ranchi, Jamshedpur, and Deoghar.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, an NDA partner, commended the Union Budget 2026 as well-balanced and forward-looking, highlighting its focus on textiles benefiting the state's cotton cultivation.
The Union Budget 2026 has significantly increased funding for pollution control, allocating Rs 20,000 crore to Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) technology to support India's green transition agenda.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has filed a petition in the Supreme Court, alleging irregularities in the state's electoral process, following her letter to the CEC.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 launches ambitious tourism initiatives including turtle trails, medical hubs, and job creation schemes to boost domestic and international travel.
The Union Budget 2026 has allocated Rs 3,400 crore to the Ministry of Minority Affairs, focusing on education, skill development, and welfare schemes for minority communities across India.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's ninth Budget unveils ₹10,000 crore Biopharma Shakti scheme, semiconductor funding, rare-earth corridors and Orange Economy push for India's industrial future.
Air India has relaunched direct flights between Shanghai and New Delhi after nearly six years, operating four weekly services with Boeing 787 Dreamliners to enhance bilateral connectivity.
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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes Union Budget 2026-27 for ignoring state's key demands including AIIMS, railway corridors, and Vizhinjam port development.
Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry are expected to benefit from sector-specific corridors and agricultural schemes in the Union Budget, despite no direct allocations.
U.S. and British military aircraft conducted coordinated intelligence flights over the Black Sea near Crimea, highlighting escalating NATO-Russia tensions amid the Ukraine conflict.
BMC begins excavation in July for the 7.1 km Kasheli-Mulund water tunnel, enhancing Mumbai's water security with a 2030 deadline. Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani inspected the site.
NCP Maharashtra president Sunil Tatkare confirms party's continued membership in BJP-led NDA, denies imminent merger with Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP), upholding Ajit Pawar's political legacy.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan strongly criticised the Union Budget 2026-27, alleging discrimination against the state. He highlighted unmet demands including AIIMS, high-speed rail, and financial packages while warning against neoliberal policies
Pune becomes crucial node in India's high-speed rail expansion with Mumbai-Pune and Pune-Hyderabad corridors announced in Budget 2026-27, but IT professionals express disappointment over exclusion of direct Pune-Bengaluru link.
Union Budget 2026-27 proposes 21-year tax holiday for global cloud providers setting up data centres in India, aiming to boost AI infrastructure and attract $50 billion investments by 2030.
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The US Embassy in India announced temporary reduction in social media updates due to partial US government shutdown, maintaining only essential safety communications.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces seven new high-speed rail corridors in Budget 2026, spanning 4,000 km with Rs 16 lakh crore investment to transform train travel across India.
Mumbai police have taken three individuals into custody following a shooting incident at the residence of Bollywood director Rohit Shetty. The accused were apprehended after a swift investigation into the alarming event that occurred in the city.
Chandigarh's budget allocation for the fiscal year stands at Rs 5720.17 crore, marking the lowest figure in three years. The reduced funding raises concerns about infrastructure and development projects in the Union Territory.