Union Budget 2026-27 strategically targets key states like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, and Gujarat with schemes for coconut growers, rare earths, fishing communities, and high-speed rail corridors.
AAP and Congress criticize the reduction in Chandigarh's 2026-27 budget, warning it will severely impact civic services like roads, sanitation, and drainage.
On February 2, 1986, India faced steep petroleum price hikes, Ayodhya temple doors opened after 35 years, and Dhaka University saw violent student clashes.
The Centre will continue transferring 41% of collected taxes to states as per the 16th Finance Commission. Southern states like Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana will see increased shares, while Tamil Nadu's share dips slightly.
In a disturbing incident in Telangana's Jagtial district, 100 stray dogs were found buried in Abbapur village. Police report 500 such killings recently, while NGOs claim nearly 1,000. An FIR has been filed against local officials.
NDA MLAs from Manipur have arrived in Delhi ahead of the one-year anniversary of President's Rule, with expectations of discussions on forming an elected government in the state.
Union Budget 2026-27 announces rare earth corridors, customs duty exemptions to build India's critical minerals ecosystem and reduce dependence on China amid global supply chain tensions.
Haryana pays homage to former IAS officer M L Verma, killed in a 1992 terrorist attack with his family, with memorial events across multiple districts including Yamunanagar.
Passengers with confirmed tickets on Sambalpur-Nanded Nagavali Superfast Express were shocked when their reserved 3AC coach was missing. East Coast Railway cited technical issues, adding a coach later in Visakhapatnam.
Tension erupted in Betul's Damjipura village after a video showing alleged unnatural act with a cow went viral, triggering arson and vandalism by angry mob. Police arrested the accused and deployed heavy security.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the state will receive nearly ₹1 lakh crore from the Union Budget 2026-27, including tax shares and project funds, calling it a strong step toward Viksit Bharat.
Bengal BJP leaders highlight Union Budget's focus on critical infrastructure in West Bengal, emphasizing growth potential for Durgapur and Dankuni through industrial corridors and freight connectivity.
Political reactions to Union Budget 2026-27 in Maharashtra reveal sharp divide. Ruling BJP leaders praise it as a growth roadmap, while Congress and others criticize lack of inflation, job, and farm distress relief.
A Nagpur fire station driver suffered a deep throat wound from nylon manja while riding his two-wheeler, marking the third human incident this year despite court bans and fines.
Senior NCP leader Praful Patel dismissed media reports claiming his appointment as party president following Ajit Pawar's death, calling them baseless. The succession speculation emerged amid Sunetra Pawar's elevation as deputy CM.
Tamil Nadu DGP has informed Supreme Court about police action against those spreading defamatory remarks against Madras HC judge Justice G R Swaminathan. Cyber patrolling continues to prevent further circulation of derogatory content.
In a major crackdown, DRI Nagpur raided a flat in Amravati, seizing 5kg of Mephedrone worth Rs 7 crore and arresting four suspects, linked to a larger drug syndicate across Maharashtra.
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates ₹3,610 crore for security in LWE-affected areas, strengthening Maharashtra Police's campaign against Maoist insurgency in Gadchiroli with modern equipment and infrastructure.
Vidarbha region receives Rs 10,000 crore specific allocation in Union Budget 2026-27, though Nagpur Metro Phase-2 and Nagpur-Mumbai railway project find no mention in finance minister's announcements.
Nagpur police crime branch arrested alleged burglar Rajnikant Chanore and accomplice Pratap Urkude, recovering valuables worth over Rs 3.3 crore through AI-based analysis and inter-state chase after a burglary at a businessman's home.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Guru Ravidas's ideals of equality at Dera Sachkhand Ballan, naming Adampur airport after the saint and emphasizing his government's efforts to promote social harmony and economic opportunities in Punjab.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath praised the Union Budget 2026-27 as a roadmap for a developed India, while SP's Akhilesh Yadav called it disappointing and BSP's Mayawati questioned implementation of past promises.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has filed a plea in Supreme Court against Election Commission over SIR exercise, accusing BJP of using it for poll gains ahead of meeting with CEC.
UP Development Forum President Pankaj Jaiswal states the Union Budget 2026-27 formally acknowledges Sanatan economics, focusing on temple tourism, Tier-2/3 towns, and heritage cities as economic drivers.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revealed how a father's struggle to find safe accommodation for his daughter inspired her to prioritize girls' hostels in STEM and medical colleges in the budget, emphasizing equal opportunity through infrastructure.
BJP MLA Ashok Lahiri slams West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for her critique of the Union Budget, demanding her alternative vision for state development and industrial growth.
Violence erupts in Andhra Pradesh as YSRCP leader Jogi Ramesh's house is set ablaze. CM Jagan Mohan Reddy blames TDP's Chandrababu Naidu for inciting unrest.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces Rs 10,000 crore container manufacturing scheme in Union Budget 2026 to address India's dependency on China and global container shortages.
Union Budget 2026-27 includes Sarnath and Hastinapur among 15 archaeological sites to be developed as experiential cultural destinations, enhancing Uttar Pradesh's heritage tourism infrastructure and visitor experience.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced seven new high-speed rail corridors in Budget 2026-27, including Delhi-Varanasi and Varanasi-Siliguri routes to transform connectivity across northern and eastern India.