The Drive Report: Volvo EX30
Automobile | Updated: Jan 23, 2026
- Volvo EX30 praised for its design, tech features, and smooth, quiet ride
- Real-world range is around 360-380km, less than the claimed 480km WLTP
- Priced at ₹41 lakh, it undercuts rivals like Hyundai Ioniq 5 and BMW iX1
Trade Spotlight: How should you trade Max Healthcare, LTIMindtree, Aster DM, PFC, Jindal Steel, and others on February 2?
Business | Updated: Feb 02, 2026
- Experts suggest top 11 trading ideas on Feb 2 including Max Healthcare, LTIMindtree, Aster DM, PFC, Jindal Steel
Ahead of Grammys 2026, check out 6 most memorable moments at the gala event over the years
Entertainment | Updated: Feb 02, 2026
- Iconic Grammy moments: Michael Jackson 1984 win, Beyoncé's 2025 triumph
- Whitney Houston, Tina Turner-Beyoncé, Adele, and Billie Eilish also made history
- The 2026 Grammys in Los Angeles promise more unforgettable moments
Stocks to Watch Today: Hero MotoCorp, Gabion Technologies, Hannah Joseph Hospital, Tourism Finance Corporation in focus on 02 February
Business | Updated: Feb 02, 2026
- Stocks in focus on Feb 2: Hannah Joseph Hospital, Onward Technologies, Gabion Technologies India, Tourism Finance Corporation, Mphasis, Hero MotoCorp
Trade setup for February 2: Top 15 things to know before the opening bell
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Nifty may rebound toward 25,000 if index manages to defend 24,572
- Breakdown below this level could open door to the 24,500–24,400 zone
- Momentum indicators flashing sell signals.
Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai start 2026 on a strong note; post handsome volumes in January
Automobile | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Tata, Mahindra and Hyundai posted strong domestic sales growth in January 2026.
- Nexon and Punch SUVs hit record monthly and cumulative sales milestones.
- Hero, TVS, and Royal Enfield reported double-digit two-wheeler sales growth.
Mumbai–Pune, Chennai–Bengaluru, Bengaluru–Hyderabad, Delhi–Varanasi, Varanasi–Siliguri: High-speed rail travel times unveiled
India | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Indian Railways to invest Rs 2.78 lakh crore in high-speed and freight corridors
- Seven high-speed rail corridors to cut travel times and boost connectivity
- New 2,052-km freight corridor to link Dankuni and Surat, easing goods movement
Budget focuses on making cities centres of development; EU trade deal to benefit Punjab: PM Modi
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Budget 2026-27 focuses on developing cities like Jalandhar and Ludhiana
- EU trade deal will boost exports, benefiting Punjab's textile and sports sectors
- Rs 17 lakh crore allocated to empower villages, farmers, youth, and MSMEs
From Rohit Shetty to Sidhu Moosewala: celebs who experienced gunfire incidents
Entertainment | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Multiple celebrities' homes targeted in shootings in India and abroad since 2000
- Police investigate as gangs claim responsibility for some attacks
- No injuries in most cases; security heightened for victims.
Elon Musk says SpaceX blocked Russia’s unauthorised use of Starlink, says steps have worked
World | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
Elon Musk said SpaceX’s measures to block Russia’s unauthorized Starlink use have worked. Ukraine is tightening controls and developing tech to restrict Starlink access to approved users, aiming to prevent future misuse by Russian forces.
Lloyds Enterprises buys additional 1.8% stake in India Homes
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Lloyds Enterprises buys additional 1.8% stake in India Homes
- ational Equity Flagship Fund picks up 0.5% stake in Onward Technologies
Jamaat-e-Islami chief X deletes post calling women’s public life ‘prostitution’, backlash erupts
World | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
Bangladesh’s Jamaat-e-Islami faced backlash after its chief’s deleted post likened women’s public roles to “prostitution.” Despite claims of hacking and clarifications supporting women’s rights, critics remain skeptical of the party’s stance on gender issues.
How Budget 2026 makes foreign travel and overseas education cheaper | Explained
Budget 2026 | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- TCS on overseas tour packages cut to 2 percent, easing travel costs for Indians
- TCS on education and medical remittances reduced from 5 percent to 2 percent
- Interest from Motor Accident Claims Tribunal now fully exempt from income tax
Vivo V70, V70 Elite teased to launch in India soon, key features and specifications revealed
Technology | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Vivo V70 and V70 Elite teased in India with Snapdragon and Zeiss cameras
- V70 Elite: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, triple rear cameras, two 50MP sensors
- Both phones feature LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.1 storage, and Origin OS 6 on Android 16.
Dhadak 2 director Shazia Iqbal criticises Dhurandhar, calls Ranveer Singh a spy thriller ‘sinister’
Entertainment | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Shazia Iqbal criticises Dhurandhar for inciting hate and violence in Bollywood
- Dhurandhar praised for action but faces debate over its political messaging
- Shazia's Dhadak 2 is a remake of Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal
Budget 2026 reassures on economic growth, but tempers market enthusiasm
Business | Updated: Feb 02, 2026
- Budget marks a clear continuation of government’s strategy of prioritising macroeconomic stability and medium-term growth
- Manufacturing stands out as one of biggest beneficiaries of Budget FY27
- Market dampener is increase in securities transaction tax on futures and options
FIIs net sell Rs 588 crore, DIIs net sell Rs 683 crore on February 1
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- FIIs net sold Rs 588 crore, DIIs net sold Rs 688 crore in special Sunday session
- Sensex fell 1.88%, Nifty dropped 1.96%; broader indices lagged.
- All sectors except IT fell; metal and PSU Bank indices dropped sharply.
Union Budget 2026: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah slams retention of 41% tax devolution, says states’ fiscal responsibilities ignored
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah criticizes Union Budget for unclear execution plans
- He says Karnataka's share of divisible taxes reduced, impacting state projects
- CM calls budget disappointing for farmers, neglects key irrigation projects
Budget 2026: STT hike, capex push and banking committee mark a step in the right direction for Indian economy
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Increase in STT on F&O likely to shift money away from futile trading activity to economic activity and consumption
- Set up of high level committee to review banking and financial system likely to expedite privatization of PSBs, potentially attracting foreign capital
Experts identify 9 stocks for investment post Union Budget
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Experts pick 9 investment ideas post Union Budget including Apollo Hospitals Enterprises, Mahindra & Mahindra, Biocon, Larsen & Toubro
When Sameer Anjaan revealed that Salman Khan cried while listening to Tere Naam
Entertainment | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Tere Naam's title track showed Salman Khan's heartbreak post Aishwarya split.
- Salman broke down before filming, revealing deep emotional pain from the song.
- "Tere Naam" re-releases in theaters on 27 Feb 2026 across major cinema chains.
Budget 2026 will help create over 3 million jobs, says BJP National Vice President Panda
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Budget 2026 targets 3M new jobs in healthcare, caregiving, and tech.
- Long-term growth focus with major push for manufacturing and infrastructure
- Budget 2026 will inevitably translate into the markets picking up
After Sheikh Hasina’s fiery speech, son Joy prepares first public address from India: Why timing matters
World | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of exiled former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, will make his first public address from India via live video in Kolkata, seen as politically significant ahead of Bangladesh’s election and amid scrutiny of the interim government.
Budget’s export focus, customs reforms to help firms better tap trade deals
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Budget aims to boost exports by easing customs and reducing compliance.
- Measures target manufacturing, services, SEZs, and labour-intensive sectors
- Boosting logistics and tech spending to cut export transaction costs
Budget proposals for Corporate Bonds likely to provide the much-needed oxygen for debt market, say experts
Budget 2026 | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Government to introduce market-making and derivatives for corporate bonds
- Total return swaps proposed to boost liquidity and risk management
- Reforms aim to deepen bond market and attract more investors
Budget's Data Centre push wins applause, but sparks level-playing-field concerns
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- India offers tax holiday for foreign cloud firms using local data centers till 2047.
- Policy aims to attract global cloud investment, but excludes Indian providers
- Move to boost AI, jobs, and position India as a digital hub
Union Budget 2026: Karnataka says Bengaluru-Mumbai or Pune high speed rail would benefit the state more
Budget 2026 | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Karnataka seeks Bengaluru-Pune or Mumbai high-speed rail corridor inclusion
- Union Budget announced Bengaluru-Hyderabad and Bengaluru-Chennai corridors only
- Mumbai-Ahmedabad HSR project to start phased operations from August 2027
Free Fire icon Tahir “Fuego” Mukhtar dies at 24, tributes pour in online
Entertainment | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Tahir "TahirFuego" Mukhtar, Free Fire star, dies at 24 in Navi Mumbai
- His death sparks grief and tributes across India's gaming and esports community
- Incident highlights mental health concerns and calls for support in esports
Budget to strengthen the foundation for investment led growth though FM may appear devoid of big bang announcements
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Union Budget may appear devoid of big bang announcements
- Budget could well be reform focused blueprint aimed at positioning India for sustained high growth over the coming decade
- Government seeks to accelerate India’s transition toward modern, competitive and resilient economy
Budget 2026: NRIs and global investors get easier access to Indian equities; GIFT City gains subtle clarity
Business | Updated: Feb 01, 2026
- Budget 2026-27 allows NRIs to invest directly in Indian equities via PIS
- Direct investment cap for NRIs doubled to 10%, aggregate cap raised to 24%
- GIFT City extends IFSC units' tax holiday to 20 years, boosting competitiveness.