Punjab Minister Aman Arora laid the foundation stone for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Bhawan in Longowal during Guru Ravidas Prakash Diwas. The Rs 1.20 crore project aims to promote social equality and community events.
Punjab is set to lose Rs 24,000 crore in central funding from April as the revenue deficit grant concludes, posing severe fiscal challenges for the state's budget and development plans.
Political parties and farmer unions in Punjab have expressed strong disappointment over the Union Budget's failure to provide specific relief measures for the state's agriculture sector, citing ongoing challenges.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially renamed Adampur Airport in Punjab as Guru Ravidas Airport, honoring the 15th-century saint and social reformer. This significant move celebrates his legacy and spiritual contributions to Indian society.
India intensifies efforts to secure critical minerals like lithium and cobalt, driven by geopolitical competition and clean energy transition needs, aiming to reduce import dependence.
A Bengaluru resident received compensation after a flight attendant spilled hot curry on him during a Bangkok-Bengaluru flight. The consumer commission ruled the airline vicariously liable for the incident.
Senior Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira demands white paper on Mohali helipad expenditure, calling it political vanity overriding public interest.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin criticizes the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a 'major disappointment' and accusing the Centre of step-motherly treatment towards the state.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court made strong observations on politicians' conduct, emphasizing sober language and public harmony. It directed security for YSRCP leader Ambati Rambabu's family after violent incidents.
A 65-year-old woman was allegedly raped and murdered by her domestic help in Bengaluru's KAS Colony. The accused later died by suicide. Police investigation ongoing.
Delhi's allocation in Union Budget 2026-27 remains Rs 1,348 crore, with Rs 951 crore for UT schemes and Rs 380 crore for Chandrawal water plant. Political reactions vary from praise to criticism.
Haryana government grants revised administrative approval for ₹315.2 crore municipal solid waste collection project in Gurgaon, addressing delays and public complaints about garbage pile-ups.
Aam Aadmi Party MP Malvinder Singh Kang expressed disappointment with Union Budget 2026, highlighting lack of support for farmers, labourers, and sports infrastructure in Punjab.
A federal appeals court has dismissed a judicial misconduct complaint filed by the US Justice Department against Chief US District Judge James Boasberg over remarks about Trump administration's deportation efforts.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a 'Humpty Dumpty' budget with nothing for the common man. Details on new tax slabs, price changes, and political reactions.
Mysuru district recorded the highest cancellation of Below Poverty Line cards in Karnataka, excluding Bengaluru, with 23,359 BPL cards converted to APL status based on 14 eligibility parameters.
Madras High Court directs authorities to maintain strict surveillance over quarrying and transport in Radhapuram taluk, Tirunelveli, following a PIL alleging violations by heavy vehicles on narrow village roads.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin announces international Vallalar conference in Chennai while launching scathing attack on BJP-led Centre, accusing it of weakening federal structure and promoting authoritarian politics.
A pro-Beijing newspaper criticizes Panama's top court for voiding CK Hutchison's port contract, alleging US pressure and urging Hong Kong businesses to avoid investment in the region.
A quarter-century after the devastating Bhuj earthquake, India's seismic safety measures remain incomplete. The disaster exposed vulnerabilities in modern infrastructure, from buildings to hospitals.
Lal Bahadur Shastri's tenure as Prime Minister exemplified humility and moral authority during India's war and economic challenges, yet his contributions are often forgotten in historical narratives.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema strongly criticized Union Budget 2026-27, accusing Centre of ignoring farmers' concerns, reducing key subsidies, and showing regional bias against northern states like Punjab.
TNCC President K Selvaperunthagai announces DMK alliance talks will restart within days, while Mamata Banerjee slams Union Budget 2026 as 'Humpty Dumpty' with nothing for commoners.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu lauds the Union Budget 2026-27 as balanced and growth-oriented, emphasizing benefits for AP in infrastructure, tech, and MSMEs.
The Bishnoi gang's recent social media warning to Bollywood represents a departure from their previous attacks in Mumbai, with direct intimidation replacing claims of noble purposes, though police deny receiving extortion complaints.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation achieves historic 8.45 lakh metric tonnes of road works in 2025-26, with projections reaching 9.50 lakh MT by year-end as city prepares for Commonwealth Games 2030.
Chandigarh allocated Rs 6,545.52 crore in Union Budget 2026-27, Rs 437.66 crore less than last year. AAP and Congress criticise reduction, warning of strain on urban infrastructure and public services.
Karnataka is set to receive Rs 63,049 crore in tax devolution for 2026-27, a Rs 11,173 crore increase, after the 16th Finance Commission raised its share to 4.1%. The Congress government expresses disappointment, citing unmet demands.
A tiger that traveled from Maharashtra's Tadoba Reserve has entered East Godavari district, causing panic in Rajahmundry villages after killing cattle. Authorities have issued alerts and closed schools.
Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy announced a 13.5% increase in tax devolution for Telangana to ₹33,180.78 crore for 2026-27, emphasizing budget's growth focus, MSME support, and Hyderabad's infrastructure investments.