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.
INDIA
Shashi Tharoor skips Congress meeting yet again: What’s behind repeated absences, rising speculation
Shashi Tharoor is reportedly in Dubai currently to attend a literature festival and is expected to return later in the night.
BUSINESS
Air India gets first custom-built Boeing 787-9 aircraft with new-generation cabins
“Though nearly 100 new and leased aircraft have already joined the Air India group’s fleet since privatisation, this is the first to be designed by and for Air India,” said Air India CEO and Managing Director Campbell Wilson.
INDIA
Why not sell assets of accused to compensate acid attack victims?: Supreme Court
The bench nudged the Centre to consider introducing a law similar to provisions relating to dowry deaths, which shift the burden of proof onto the accused.
WORLD
'Textile sector to generate 6-7 million new jobs as India-EU FTA unlocks massive opportunities,' says Piyush Goyal
Piysuh Goyal highlighted India’s long-term economic vision, stating that the country is firmly on track to become a $30 trillion economy by 2047.
INDIA
Ayodhya GST officer breaks down, quits amid escalating spat between Shankaracharya and UP CM Adityanath | Video
On Tuesday, Prashant Kumar Singh, deputy commissioner in the Uttar Pradesh GST department posted in Ayodhya, tendered his resignation, citing moral reasons.
WORLD
'India-EU FTA will transform trade, deeply strategic', says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri
India and the EU on Tuesday concluded the long-pending FTA, while also finalising agreements on security and defence cooperation and a memorandum on comprehensive mobility for Indian professionals.
INDIA
'No reverse gear once law is before nation': Kiren Rijiju rules out rollback of VB-G RAM G
Opposition parties have intensified protests against the new scheme in recent weeks and are preparing to corner the government during the Budget Session, which begins Wednesday.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026: Meet the team behind FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s ninth Union Budget
A small but influential group of officials across departments under the Finance Ministry is steering different components of the Budget.
