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Delhi HC clears way for Sameer Wankhede to pursue defamation case in Mumbai over Netflix series
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:20:23 PM IST
The Delhi High Court has permitted IRS officer Sameer Wankhede to take his defamation lawsuit against a Netflix show referencing the Aryan Khan case to a Mumbai court, after holding that the national capital court lacks territorial jurisdiction. ... read..


 
Congress MP Pramod Tiwari slams PM Modi over trade deal announcement by US President Trump
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:20:17 PM IST
Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Tuesday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that all the decisions made by India are being announced by US President Donald Trump instead of PM Modi himself, underlining that it affects the self-respect of the ... read..


 
"Really unfortunate": Pat Cummins on missing out on T20 World Cup 2026
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:20:15 PM IST
Australia's Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins revealed how narrowly he missed out on joining the Aussies' ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 squad, as he aims to return from injury in time for a demanding Test schedule later this year, as per the ICC website quo ... read..


 
Adani Defence & Aerospace, Leonardo announce strategic collaboration to build helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:20:13 PM IST
Adani Defence & Aerospace and Italian Aerospace major Leonardo on Tuesday announced a strategic collaboration to build a helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India, marking what leaders described as a new chapter in defence cooperation between the tw ... read..


 
Air India begins inspection of fuel control switches of its Boeing 787 fleet, no glitches found so far
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 12:50:09 PM IST
Air India, a Tata Airline, on Tuesday began inspecting fuel control switches across its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet after a pilot reported a possible defect in a fuel control switch yesterday. ... read..


 
Parliament Budget Session: Lok Sabha adjourned till 2 pm amid protest by INDIA bloc MPs
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 12:50:00 PM IST
The Lower House of the Parliament on Tuesday was adjourned till 2 pm following continuous sloganeering by the Opposition MPs during the Question Hour. ... read..


 
Budget Session: Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid sloganeering by Oppn MPs
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 12:20:05 PM IST
The Lower House of the Parliament on Tuesday was adjourned till 12 noon following continuous sloganeering by the Opposition MPs during the Question Hour. ... read..


 
"Fabricated charge sheet": Delhi court accquits six, slams police investigation
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 12:19:54 PM IST
While acquitting 6 accsued of rioting and other offences, Delhi's Karkardooma Court expressed its strong displeasure over the conduct of Investigation officer. The court said that a fabricated charge sheet was forwarded by a supervisory police officer. It ... read..


 
Union Budget 2026 prepared keeping the next 25 years in mind, says PM Modi at NDA Parliamentary Party meeting
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 12:19:52 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the NDA MPs at the NDA Parliamentary Party Meeting, saying that the Union Budget 2026 has been prepared keeping the next 25 years in mind. He urged the MPs to explain this to the general public for their b ... read..


 
"Remove BJP; save fields, farming, farmers!": Akhilesh Yadav slams Centre over Seed Bill
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 12:19:49 PM IST
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday strongly criticised the BJP-led Centre over the proposed Seed Bill, calling it "deadly" for Indian agriculture. Yadav alleged that the bill is part of the government's anti-farmer agenda, which includes ... read..


 
Congress Lok Sabha MPs to meet at 10.30 am at CPP office in Parliament
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 10:50:13 AM IST
Congress Lok Sabha MPs will hold a meeting at the Congress Parliamentary Party office at 10:30 am on Tuesday. ... read..


 
"Clear policy vacuum": MACT seeks Centre's intervention to compensate family of cyclist killed in uninsured vehicle accident
By Sushil Batra

New Delhi | February 3, 2026 10:49:58 AM IST
The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT), New Delhi, has flagged a serious gap in existing road accident compensation schemes after observing that the family of a deceased cyclist cannot be left "to struggle with fate" merely because the offending vehicl ... read..


 
PM Modi arrives for NDA Parliamentary party meeting, to be felicitated for US trade deal
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 10:20:13 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived at the Parliament Annexe Building for the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting. During the meeting, he will be felicitated for the India-United States trade deal. ... read..


 
Dense fog covers parts of national capital, air quality in 'poor' category
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 9:21:00 AM IST
Several parts of the national capital experienced dense fog on Tuesday morning. The Air Quality Index stood at 256 at 7 am, placing air quality in the poor category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). ... read..


 
"We were humiliated", says West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee after meeting ECI, sources says she thumped table in protest
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 8:50:14 AM IST
Trinamool Congress leader and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged that she was humiliated by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar during their meeting on Monday. ECI sources said that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar responded to the quer ... read..


 
Budget Session 2026: Both Houses to continue discussion on motion of 'Thanks to President's address'
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 8:50:06 AM IST
Both Houses of Parliament are scheduled to continue the discussion on the motion of 'Thanks to the President's address' during the ongoing Budget Session on Tuesday. ... read..


 
"What the hell happened to India's strategic autonomy?" Congress MP Manish Tewari questions trade deal with US
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 8:49:55 AM IST
Congress MP Manish Tewari on Tuesday questioned whether New Delhi has sacrificed its strategic autonomy to seal the trade deal with Washington, which would require India to divert its oil purchases from Russia to the US and "potentially" to Venezuela. ... read..


 
"Duniya jhukti hai, jhukaney wala chahiye": PM's Economic Advisory Council member Sanjeev Sanyal
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 4:50:06 AM IST
Member of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Economic Advisory Council, Sanjeev Sanyal, in a post on X on Monday, stated that "Duniya jhukti hai, jhukaney wala chahiye" following the announcement of the India-US trade deal, where Washington reduced the tariff ... read..


 
India gains edge over regional export competitors after tariffs drop to 18%, beats China, Bangladesh
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 3:50:36 AM IST
Following the announcement of the India-US trade deal on Monday, in which Washington reduced tariffs on India to 18 per cent, New Delhi now faces lower tariffs than its regional export competitors in South and Southeast Asia. ... read..


 
Third uncommanded fuel control switch movement reported on Boeing 787 aircraft: FIP President CS Randhawa
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 3:50:35 AM IST
Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) President Captain CS Randhawa on Monday urged the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) to immediately investigate possible electrical faults in Boeing 787 airc ... read..


 
"Everyone believes we can perform at any level, against any team": US skipper Monank Patel on how 2024 T20WC performance changed team's belief system
By Sahil Kohli

New Delhi | February 3, 2026 3:20:19 AM IST
Ahead of his side's upcoming T20 World Cup campaign, which starts in less than a week, USA captain Monank Patel spoke on how the promising performances from the 2024 edition have helped the team with their self-belief, and the advantageous presence of som ... read..


 
Shashi Tharoor attends meeting in Rahul Gandhi's office signaling warmth in ties with Congress leadership
By By Siddharth Sharma

New Delhi | February 3, 2026 2:50:21 AM IST
When Congress leader Rahul Gandhi rose to speak in Parliament on Monday, there was a huge uproar from treasury benches over his remarks aimed at targeting the Modi government and the Lok Sabha proceedings saw repeated adjournments. ... read..


 
Shashi Tharoor attends meeting in Rahul Gandhi's office signaling growing warmth in ties with Congress leadership
By By Siddharth Sharma

New Delhi | February 3, 2026 2:50:20 AM IST
When Congress leader Rahul Gandhi rose to speak in Parliament on Monday, there was a huge uproar from treasury benches over his remarks aimed at targeting the Modi government and the Lok Sabha proceedings saw repeated adjournments. ... read..


 
"Business between India and US set to flourish": Amit Shah congratulates PM Modi, US President Trump for trade deal
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 2:20:03 AM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump on strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations following the announcement of the India-US trade deal. ... read..


 
Cyprus's EU Presidency theme of 'Autonomy' resonates with India's 'Aatmanirbharata': MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:50:32 AM IST
Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh on Monday hailed the commencement of the Republic of Cyprus's Presidency of the Council of the European Union, noting that Cyprus's chosen theme of "Autonomy" aligns closely with India's vision of ... read..


 
US Envoy Gor "thrilled" by Trump's claim of trade deal with India, says ties have "limitless potential"
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:50:29 AM IST
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Monday welcomed US President Donald Trump's claims regarding a trade deal with India, where Washington reduced the reciprocal tariff from 25 per cent to 18 per cent. ... read..


 
India's proven global sporting credibility: International Federation endorsements & readiness for mega events
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:50:24 AM IST
India has hosted nearly 45 international competitions across over 20 sports disciplines in the last year, spanning Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth core sports. ... read..


 
CITI hails reduction in US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 pc, says textile exporters again in position to compete effectively in US market
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:50:19 AM IST
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI), a key textile organisation, has welcomed the reduction in the US tariff on Indian goods to 18%. ... read..


 
"There was complete security breach in Parliament": Delhi High Court
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:50:04 AM IST
The Delhi High Court on Monday said that there was a complete security breach in Parliament in this case. The High Court was hearing the bail plea of Manoranjan D, an accused in a case linked to the opening of a colour canister in Parliament in 2023. ... read..


 
Landmark trade deal with US will unlock shared prosperity, innovation for two natural partners: Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal
New Delhi | February 3, 2026 1:49:58 AM IST
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal on Tuesday said the landmark India-US trade deal will unlock shared prosperity, innovation and growth for two natural democratic partners. ... read..


 
BJP is pursuing politics of hatred in country: AAP MP Sanjay Singh
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:50:31 PM IST
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh on Monday, during the discussion on the 'Motion of Thanks' to the President's Address in the Rajya Sabha, delivered a pointed critique of the Modi Government, stating that the BJP has systematically fractu ... read..


 
"It's painful when I give my all for a film and it goes unnoticed": Neena Gupta recalls her early struggles in cinema
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:50:26 PM IST
Veteran actress Neena Gupta opened up about her early struggles in the film industry, recalling how several of her films went unnoticed by viewers due to a lack of promotion, despite the effort she put into them. ... read..


 
"Delighted that Made in India products will now have a reduced tariff of 18%": PM Modi says wonderful to speak with "dear friend" President Trump
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:50:21 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that it was wonderful to speak with his "dear friend President Trump" today and expressed delight that Made in India products will now have a reduced tariff of 18%. ... read..


 
US sanction policy 'criminal': Envoy Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera
By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:50:18 PM IST
Terming the United States' latest escalation of sanctions as "criminal," the Cuban Ambassador to India, Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera, has asserted that Havana remains committed to cooperation rather than confrontation, despite what he described as Washingt ... read..


 
"Opposition has made it a habit to speak ill of India": Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde on Rahul Gandhi's remarks
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:50:14 PM IST
Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde on Monday criticised the Opposition for allegedly habitually raising unauthenticated and sensitive issues in Parliament that undermine the nation and for speaking negatively about India abroad. ... read..


 
New Chandrawal Water Treatment Plant to be commissioned in 2026: CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:50:11 PM IST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday announced the construction of a new state-of-the-art 105 million gallons per day (MGD) water treatment plant at Chandrawal, aimed at strengthening the city's water supply infrastructure. The project, estimated at ... read..


 
Won't implement fee regulation for private schools this year: Delhi govt tells SC
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:20:13 PM IST
The Delhi government on Monday informed the Supreme Court that the new legal-framework provided under the Delhi School Education (Transparency in Fixing and Regulation of Fees) Act, 2025 which has been brought to regulate the fee and prevent arbitrary fee ... read..


 
"They are distorting parliamentary rules": KC Venugopal on Naravane memoir row
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:20:12 PM IST
Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Monday slammed the government of 'distorting parliamentary rules' in Lok Sabha after objections were raised to Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi quoting from an article that cited excerpts of the unpublished memo ... read..


 
President Trump claims trade deal with India, says reciprocal tariff down to 18 per cent
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:20:07 PM IST
US President Donald Trump on Monday said he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi "have agreed to a Trade Deal" between the United States and India, whereby the United States will charge a reduced Reciprocal Tariff, lowering it from 25% to 18%. ... read..


 
"Every right has been taken away from the member of parliament": TMC's Kalyan Banerjee
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 11:20:01 PM IST
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Kalyan Banerjee on Monday criticised the handling of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's remarks in Parliament, saying established rules exist to deal with such matters and alleging that the rights of Members of Parliament are being ... read..


 
Delhi HC reserves order on Centre's Plea against CAT relief to IRS Officer Sameer Wankhede
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 10:50:18 PM IST
The Delhi High Court on Monday reserved its verdict on a petition filed by the Union of India challenging a Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) order that had quashed disciplinary proceedings initiated against IRS officer Sameer Danyadev Wankhede, in co ... read..


 
STT hike unlikely to curb speculation, says Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 10:50:13 PM IST
Zerodha founder and CEO Nithin Kamath has said the hike in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) announced in the Union Budget 2026 is unlikely to reduce speculative activity in India's derivatives markets. ... read..


 
President Trump speaks with PM Modi; US Ambassador Sergio Gor says "stay tuned..."
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 10:20:04 PM IST
US President Donald Trump spoke with Prime Minister Modi on Monday, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said. ... read..


 
BJP MPs to hold strategy meet tomorrow in Delhi ahead of West Bengal assembly elections
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 10:20:02 PM IST
A meeting of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Members of Parliament from West Bengal is scheduled to be held tomorrow evening in Delhi at the residence of Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar, as the party steps up preparations for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly el ... read..


 
"China did not advance in any area": Harsh V Shringla defends Indian Army in Parliament
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 10:20:00 PM IST
Rajya Sabha MP and former Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla on Monday strongly defended the Indian Army, stating that any criticism of the armed forces was "absolutely wrong and completely unacceptable." ... read..


 
"India deserves a better Opposition party": FM Sitharaman responds to Rahul Gandhi's criticism of Budget 2026
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 10:19:57 PM IST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday mounted a sharp defence of Union Budget 2026, responding to criticism from Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, who had accused the government of being "blind to realities" facing the economy. ... read..


 
Will Election Commission choose govt before election?: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee after meeting CEC Gyanesh Kumar
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:50:56 PM IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, along with Trinamool Congress (TMC) National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee, party MP Kalyan Banerjee, and others, met Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at the office of the Election Commission of I ... read..


 
"Masaba to jaan se maar degi mujh ko...": Neena Gupta on worrying after viral post seeking work
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:50:54 PM IST
Veteran actor Neena Gupta, whose career is widely seen as a story of perseverance and resilience, has recalled the circumstances that led her to make a candid social media post seeking work, though she admitted that the actor was initially worried about h ... read..


 
"Why are they so scared of former Army Chief's perspective": Rahul Gandhi hits out at government over Lok Sabha stalemate
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:21:33 PM IST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday hit out at the government after it objected to his remarks at the beginning of his speech during debate on motion of thanks to the President's address and asked, "why are they so scared of the Army Chief's perspectiv ... read..


 
Formula 1 race could return soon in India: Sources
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:21:12 PM IST
The Formula 1 race in Greater Noida could soon make a comeback, according to sources from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS). Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya recently visited the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) in Greater Noida, signalling ... read..


 
"Rahul Gandhi was not trying to defame Army": Priyanka Gandhi backs Rahul Gandhi's remarks in Parliament
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:21:09 PM IST
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday defended her brother and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi, stating that he was not attempting to defame the Army but was merely quoting from a magazine article that referred to excerpts from the ... read..


 
Lord Buddha's relics to be taken to Sri Lanka for an international exposition
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:21:07 PM IST
The Holy Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha will be taken to Sri Lanka for the first ever international exposition on February 4. ... read..


 
Reforms in direct taxes ensure taxpayers can manage liabilities, reduce disputes: Revenue Secretary
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:21:01 PM IST
The reforms in direct taxation announced in the Union Budget 2026 ensure that taxpayers can proactively manage their liabilities, reduce disputes, and retain greater control over their assessments, said Arvind Shrivastava, Secretary, Department of Revenue ... read..


 
Banking sector strong, resilient; credit expansion and capital needs in focus: DFS Secretary
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:20:54 PM IST
India's banking sector is "very robust and resilient," with asset quality at its best-ever levels and strong credit growth across key segments, said M. Nagaraju, Secretary, Department of Financial Services (DFS), while addressing an industry gathering pos ... read..


 
"Childish behaviour": Union Minister Giriraj Singh slams Rahul Gandhi's remarks in Parliament
New Delhi | February 2, 2026 9:20:50 PM IST
Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday slammed Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his remarks in Parliament, calling his conduct "childish behaviour" and accusing him of indiscipline during the President's Address, while also reviving the 19 ... read..


 
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