BUSINESS
Budget 2026 explained: From fiscal deficit to disinvestment, Union Budget terms decoded
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present her ninth straight Budget after calling on President Droupadi Murmu, understanding this language becomes essential to make sense of the numbers and policies.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 and farm crossroads: Farmers look for income safety, climate shield and policy reset
Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed to have a firm line on farmer interests, saying, “India will never compromise on the well-being of its farmers, dairy and fishermen.”
INDIA
Why Supreme Court struck down 100-year-old Rs 5,000 GPF limit and upheld nominee’s right to full payout
Rejecting the Centre’s interpretation of the Provident Funds Act, 1925, the Bench observed that insisting on legal heir documents despite a valid nomination would undermine the very purpose of allowing employees to nominate a recipient.
INDIA
'Heart truly overflowing with duty, carrying forward Ajitdada's legacy': Sunetra Pawar after oath as Maha deputy CM
Following formal approval from Governor Acharya Devvrat, Sunetra Pawar has been assigned three major departments: State Excise Duty, Sports and Youth Welfare, and Minorities Development and Aukaf.
INDIA
New Maha Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar gets excise, sports, minority affairs portfolios; CM Fadnavis holds finance, planning
Sunetra Pawar was sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister by Governor Acharya Devvrat at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai, in the presence of Chief Minister Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
INDIA
SIT ordered to probe Confident Group chairman CJ Roy's death during I-T searches
A close aide told police that Roy habitually kept his briefcase near him as it contained his pistol.
INDIA
Delhi riots case: Court grants 13-day interim bail with restrictions to Khalid Saifi for family wedding
Earlier this month, five co-accused received regular bail from the Supreme Court. However, Saifi, along with Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, continues to remain in custody, barring this temporary relief.
INDIA
Amit Shah questions ‘momo factory’ links, seeks probe after deadly Kolkata warehouse fire: 'Whose money...'
Paying homage to the workers who lost their lives, Amit Shah questioned the circumstances under which the facility was operating and the conduct of authorities in the aftermath.
INDIA
Sunetra Pawar sworn in as first woman Deputy CM of Maharashtra after husband Ajit Pawar’s death
According to party sources, Ajit Pawar's widow and Rajya Sabha MP Sunetra Pawar felt compelled to step into a leadership role, despite personal hesitation.
INDIA
Shashi Tharoor commits to Congress and UDF campaign ahead of Kerala polls
The MP had earlier stated that he would actively campaign in Kerala and focus on strengthening the Front as it seeks to regain power in the state after a decade in opposition.
INDIA
'Left-chest gunshot, pistol always by his side': How Confident Group chairman CJ Roy died amid I-T searches
An aide told investigators that Roy always kept his briefcase close to him, as it contained his pistol.
INDIA
Red Fort car blast probe: Doctors’ module planned attacks on global coffee chain outlets
According to the reported source, the accused believed the brand symbolised opposition to Israel, as its founder is Jewish, and saw such attacks as a way to signal protest against Israel’s military operations in Gaza.
INDIA
'POK integral to India, Foreigners Act inapplicable': J&K court acquits couple in enemy agent case
The prosecution maintained that the accused had illegally crossed into POK, remained there for several years, solemnised marriage, and subsequently re-entered India without lawful permission.
INDIA
Who is Sunetra Pawar? Rajya Sabha MP, social worker, sworn-in as Maharashtra’s first woman Deputy CM
Sunetra Pawar took the oath amid chants of 'Ajit Dada Amar Rahein' at the Lok Bhavan in Mumbai on Saturday.
INDIA
'Weekly rest for pilots mandatory, no airline given exemption': DGCA to Delhi HC amid FDTL dispute
The court was hearing a public interest litigation filed by Sabari Roy Lenka and others, who alleged that the DGCA had decided to place the revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) rules in abeyance.
INDIA
CJI Kant asks if US courts will treat Indian counterparts equally over Pfizer plea. Check why
The appeal stems from Pfizer’s challenge to the Madras High Court’s decision, which declined to assist in enforcing the US court’s request for evidence.
INDIA
NCP consults Maharashtra CM Fadnavis on Deputy CM vacancy after Ajit Pawar's death; Sunetra Pawar's name surfaces
Within political circles, Sunetra Pawar’s name has emerged as a likely proposal, though there has been no official confirmation from the Pawar family.
INDIA
Why Allahabad HC struck down blanket cyber crime bank account freezing orders
The court held that police can seek lien only on a specific amount and not block an entire account.
INDIA
'Power to punish is with judiciary': Allahabad HC says can't allow police state in UP
Justice Deshwal stated that he had received consistent feedback indicating that judicial officers, including chief judicial magistrates, were being pressured to pass particular orders.
INDIA
Shashi Tharoor rejects Congress exit buzz, backs Rahul Gandhi: 'Not going anywhere'
The Congress leader described his interaction with Kharge and Gandhi as positive and constructive.
INDIA
'Menstrual health part of right to life': Supreme Court orders free pads, toilets, pan-India school policy
Schools found in violation of statutory norms may face derecognition, while the State would be accountable where government-run institutions fail to comply.
INDIA
Assam cabinet to decide Feb 7 on SIT report alleging Gogoi’s Pakistan links, CM Himanta says findings 'shocking'
Speaking at a press conference after a cabinet meeting, Sarma said ministers were briefed through a presentation by the SIT constituted by the Assam Police to examine claims of foreign interference and connections involving Gogoi and his British wife, Elizabeth Colburn.
INDIA
CJI Surya Kant to plea on SC/ST quota in Bar Councils: 'Just because Supreme Court did something for women...'
The petitioners relied on the Supreme Court’s earlier intervention directing 30 per cent representation for women lawyers in State Bar Councils, arguing that a similar approach should be adopted.
WORLD
EU's Kallas says India was asked to ‘put pressure’ on Russia to end Ukraine war: 'Not even good for...'
Kallas accused Russia of prolonging the conflict despite Ukraine’s willingness to agree to a ceasefire.
