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"Interests of Tamil Nadu completely ignored": CM Stalin on Union Budget

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 1, 2026 6:50:28 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday strongly criticised the Union Budget 2026-27, stating that it has once again ignored the interests of Tamil Nadu and failed to address the needs of any section of society. ... read..

Union Budget 2026 reflects PM Modi's 'Reform Express' vision for Viksit Bharat: Kiren Rijiju

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:50:26 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday hailed the Union Budget 2026, calling it a strong reflection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a "Reform Express" aimed at building a "Viksit Bharat". ... read..

Union Budget has failed the test of economic strategy, economic statesmanship: Chidambaram

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:50:24 PM IST

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Sunday said the Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament earlier in the day "failed the test of economic strategy and economic statesmanship." ... read..

"Nothing concrete in budget, disappointing for Tamil Nadu too": DMK's Kanimozhi

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:50:23 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi on Sunday criticised the Union Budget, calling it disappointing for states and particularly for Tamil Nadu, which she said has been overlooked in key allocations and announcements even when assembly elections a ... read..

A mature budget, Rs 20,000 crores for CCUS will benefit refineries: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:50:21 PM IST

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Sunday lauded the Union Budget 2026, calling it a "mature budget." He said that Rs 20,000 crores given for Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) would benefit the refineries. ... read..

"Total disappointment for Kerala...no mention of promised AIIMS": KC Venugopal slams Union Budget

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:50:17 PM IST

Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Sunday strongly criticised the Union Budget 2026-2027, calling it a "total disappointment for Kerala", while alleging that it favours big corporates over the common people. ... read..

"Mere rhetoric not enough...": BSP chief Mayawati on Union Budget

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:20:14 PM IST

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on Sunday urged the government to focus on actual implementation rather than rhetoric while evaluating the Union Budget 2026-2027, warning that grand announcements regarding schemes and projects alone are insuf ... read..

Excluding Kerala from High-Speed Rail Corridors "indefensible": Shashi Tharoor on Union Budget

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:20:10 PM IST

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Sunday criticised the Union Budget 2026-2027 for excluding Kerala from the new High-Speed Rail Corridors announced across India, calling it "indefensible". ... read..

Pollution a top priority for govt: DEA Secretary Anuradha Thakur on Union Budget

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:20:09 PM IST

Anuradha Thakur, Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, on Sunday said that pollution remains a key focus for the Union government, with significant budgetary provisions allocated to tackle air and water contamination. ... read..

Piyush Goyal says Union Budget foundation for 'Viksit Bharat' 2047 with push for manufacturing

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 6:20:00 PM IST

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday described the Union Budget 2026-27 as 'future-ready' for a developed India (Viksit Bharat) by 2047. The budget places heavy emphasis on the manufacturing sector and youth reskilling to strengthen ... read..

Kerala CM Vijayan criticises Union Budget for cuts, corporate bias and neglect of Kerala

Thiruvanthapuram (Kerala) | February 1, 2026 5:50:26 PM IST

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday expressed strong disapproval of the Union Budget 2026-27, stating that it reflects continued neglect and discrimination against the state. ... read..

Give facts of your argument, will listen: Sitharaman on Rahul Gandhi's Budget critique

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 5:50:19 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday hit back at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the Union Budget, stressing that the budget focuses on small and medium enterprises, farmers, and people working in rural areas amid global uncerta ... read..

Union Budget strengthens resolve of 'Developed India': Chhattisgarh CM Sai

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | February 1, 2026 5:50:17 PM IST

Describing the Union Budget 2026-27 as a decisive step towards a Developed India, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday said the budget presents a clear roadmap for inclusive growth, employment generation and social justice. ... read..

"Budget testament to commitment to achieving dream of 'Developed India' by 2047...": BJP National President Nitin Nabin

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 5:50:15 PM IST

BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Sunday stated that the Union Budget 2026 is a testament to the commitment to achieve the goal of "Viksit Bharat 2047." ... read..

'Budget 2026-27 focuses on youth employment, sports infra development', says Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 5:50:12 PM IST

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday said the Budget 2026-27 focuses on creating jobs for youth and boosting sports. Through the Khelo India Mission, the government aims to strengthen infrastructure, build a sustainable sports ecosystem, and positio ... read..

"It embodies vision and mission of 'Viksit Bharat'...": CM Yogi Adityanath on Union Budget 2026

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 1, 2026 5:50:10 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday highlighted that the Union Budget focuses on common people and is women-centric. He further underlined that it aims to achieve the mission of "Viksit Bharat" by 2047, while addressing a press conferen ... read..

Union Budget will increase income of farmers, strengthen villages: PM Modi in Punjab

Jalandhar (Punjab) | February 1, 2026 6:20:12 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that the Union Budget presented in Parliament earlier in the day will empower the poor, increase the income of farmers and boost the Make in India initiative. ... read..

"Historic budget, special attention given to North East region": Union Minister Scindia

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 5:50:05 PM IST

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Sunday said that the Union Budget 2026 has given special emphasis on the development of North Eastern states with the allocation of a budget of Rs. 8,500 crore to DoNER. ... read..

A historic budget, will strengthens country's growth and progress: MoS Home Nityanand Rai

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 5:20:07 PM IST

Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai, reacting to the budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday, stated that the budget of the Modi government reflects the aspirations of the country's 140 crore people. ... read..

PM Modi unveils new name of Adampur airport as 'Shri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji Airport'

Adampur (Punjab) | February 1, 2026 5:20:05 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday visited Adampur airport in Punjab and unveiled the new name of the Airport as 'Shri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji Airport, Adampur. ... read..

Ministry of Defence receives record Rs 7.85 Lakh cr in Union Budget 2026-27, Up 15% from FY 2025-26

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 5:20:02 PM IST

In the Union Budget post-Operation Sindoor, the Defence Services have received an unprecedented allocation of Rs 7.85 lakh crore for Financial Year (FY) 2026-27. This allocation is 2% of the estimated GDP for the next Financial Year and represents a 15.19 ... read..

India has potential to be a leader in bio-medicine: ICMR DG Rajiv Bahl hails union budget

By Shalini Bhardwaj New Delhi | February 1, 2026 5:19:58 PM IST

Director General of Indian Council of Medical Research, Dr Rajiv Bahl on Sunday hailed the increased allocation to health research in the Union Budget and praised the launch of the 'Bio-Pharma Shakti initiative', saying that India has the potential to bec ... read..

Defence Secy Rajesh Kumar Singh welcomes Union Budget as 'Significant boost' for India's Defence preparedness

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 5:19:56 PM IST

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Sunday welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, describing it as a "significant boost" for the country's defence preparedness. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Three college students killed as car collides with tourist bus near Tittakudi

Perambalur (Tamil Nadu) | February 1, 2026 4:50:12 PM IST

Three college students were killed and three others seriously injured after a car and a tourist bus collided near Tittakudi in Cuddalore district, officials informed Sunday. ... read..

"Budget reinforces commitment to strengthen nation's defence systems," says Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 4:50:04 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, stating that it will further strengthen India's defence capabilities. ... read..

"Special attention has been given to farmers, women": Uttarakhad CM Dhami hails Union Budget 2026-27

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 1, 2026 4:50:03 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday praised the Union Budget 2026-27, stating that it sets a new direction for national and state development while expanding opportunities for all sections of society. ... read..

"A listless, heartless budget from clueless government": Congress' KC Venugopal

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 4:50:01 PM IST

Congress General secretary KC Venugopal on Sunday slammed the Union Budget, calling it a "listless, heartless budget from a clueless government" that fails to address the real challenges facing ordinary Indians and offers little for his home state, Kerala ... read..

'A forward-looking step for developed India': Bihar CM Nitish Kumar welcomes Union Budget 2026-27

Patna (Bihar) | February 1, 2026 4:49:59 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday welcomed the Union Budget 2026-2027, terming it "positive and progressive" while highlighting its benefits for the state's development, infrastructure and employment. ... read..

"Budget 2026 offers nothing for the Poor": Congress president Kharge

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 4:19:47 PM IST

Congress President and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday criticised the proposals, alleging that they fail to address key economic challenges facing the country, offer no relief to vulnerable sections of society, and no ... read..

Union Budget blind to India's real crisis, refuses course correction: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 4:19:44 PM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday slammed the Union Budget 2026-2027, saying it is blind to India's real crisis and refuses course correction. ... read..

Budget to strengthen poor, youth, food providers, women power and Divyangjan: Gujarat CM Patel

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 1, 2026 4:19:42 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Sunday said the Union Budget places the poor, youth, food providers, women power and Divyangjan at the centre of India's development agenda, asserting that it reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of incl ... read..

Progressive, growth-oriented: BJP leaders hail Budget 2026

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 3:50:37 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party leaders have welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, terming it a "progressive and growth-oriented" budget. ... read..

Union Budget: Govt porposes launch of 'Bharat-VISTAAR' multilingual AI platform for agriculture

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 3:50:26 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced the launch of Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform to strengthen agricultural advisory services. ... read..

YSRCP members condemn alleged "murder attempt" on Ambati Rambabu

East Godavari (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2026 3:50:21 PM IST

The YSRCP party on Sunday condemned the alleged "murder attempt" of former minister and YSRCP leader Ambati Rambabu during an alleged vandalism incident at his house by Telugu Desam Party (TDP) activists. ... read..

"Not given single paisa to Bengal": Mamata Banerjee slams Centre over Union Budget

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 1, 2026 3:20:33 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday accused the Centre of not releasing funds for the state after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Union Budget 2026-27. ... read..

Chhattisgarh CM hails Union Budget as reflection of PM Modi's 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' mantra

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | February 1, 2026 3:20:31 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday praised the Union Budget 2026-27, saying it reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mantra of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas." ... read..

"Effort to continuously strengthen skill, scale, sustainability": PM Modi calls Union Budget strong foundation for Viksit Bharat 2047

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 3:20:27 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the Union Budget 2026-27 as a "strong foundation" for India's journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047, saying it would provide fresh energy and speed to the 'reform express' on which the country is riding. ... read..

"Modi govt has run out of ideas": Congress president Kharge slams Budget 2026

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 3:20:16 PM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday criticised the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government over the Union Budget 2026, saying it lacks policy vision and political will to address the country's pressing economic, social, and political chall ... read..

Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Ashwini Vaishnaw hail Union Budget 2026

New DelhI | February 1, 2026 3:20:12 PM IST

Union Ministers Rajnath Singh and Ashwini Vaishnaw hailed the Finance Minister Nirmalaraman's Budget speech of 2026 presented in the Parliament on Sunday. ... read..

"AI does not benefit agriculture": DK Shivakumar questions Centre over Bharat-VISTAAR tool

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 1, 2026 3:20:09 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday criticised the Centre's proposal to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the agricultural sector, saying such measures would not provide real benefits to farmers. ... read..

"Sankalp se siddhi for Viksit Bharat 2047": BJP President Nitin Nabin hails Budget for proposals in manufacturing sector

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 3:20:07 PM IST

BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Sunday hailed Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a 'Sankalp se siddhi' (accomplishment through resolution) for Viksit Bharat 2047. ... read..

"No objection to Parth Pawar": Maharashtra CM a day after Sunetra Pawar's oath

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 1, 2026 3:20:05 PM IST

Just a day after NCP leader Sunetra Pawar took oath as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said that decisions regarding the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) are made internally. ... read..

YSRCP Former MLA Gopireddy Srinivas Reddy condemns attack on Ambati Rambabu's residence and party office

Narasaraopet (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2026 3:20:03 PM IST

YSRCP former MLA Gopireddy Srinivas Reddy on Sunday condemned the attacks on the residence of former minister Ambati Rambabu, the party office, and the burning of vehicles. ... read..

"Budget for Developed India-2047": Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami lauds Union Buget 2026-27

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:50:08 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami lauded the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it the "Budget for Developed India-2047." ... read..

Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman announces Buddhist Circuit, East Coast Industrial Corridor plans for Northeast

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:50:03 PM IST

To boost tourism in the North-Eastern region, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed a scheme for the development of Buddhist circuits in several Purvodaya states during the Budget 2026-27. ... read..

Opposition playing politics: Kiren Rijiju hails Union Budget as people-centric

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:50:01 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the opposition of playing politics over the Union Budget 2026 speech of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, adding that the speech of the Finance Minister was focused on the interests of the common man and devleopment ... read..

CMs Nayab Singh Saini, Manik Saha and Dy CM Jagdish Devda welcome Union Budget 2026

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:49:58 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha and Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda on Sunday welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, describing it as people-focused and aligned with the vision of a developed Indi ... read..

TMC's Shatrughan Sinha calls Union Budget "phenku and lapetu," says its not for Viksit Bharat

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:49:49 PM IST

TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha on Sunday criticised the Union Budget, calling it a "phenku and lapetu" budget, asserting that it does not focus on employment, farmers' welfare, or the country's debt. ... read..

"Budget for Developed India-2047": Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami lauds Union Budget 2026-27

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:49:46 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami lauded the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it the "Budget for Developed India-2047." ... read..

Phone Tapping case: BRS chief KCR to appear before SIT amidst statewide protests

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 1, 2026 2:20:26 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Chief and former Chief Minister of Telangana K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) on Sunday left his Erravalli farmhouse and is headed to his Hyderabad residence to participate in questioning by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in co ... read..

"Misusing majority": Congress MP Amar Singh slams Centre's Budget; alleges bias towards Punjab

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:20:25 PM IST

Congress MP Amar Singh on Sunday criticised the Union Budget 2026-27, accusing the Centre of misusing its majority and showing bias against Punjab. ... read..

Bihar Dy CM Samrat Choudhary hails Union Budget as foundation for 'Viksit Bharat'

Patna (Bihar) | February 1, 2026 2:20:23 PM IST

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Sunday lauded the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a step towards building a "Viksit Bharat." ... read..

"Presents roadmap for Viksit Bharat": BJP's Kamaljeet Sehrawat on Union Budget

Patna (Bihar) | February 1, 2026 2:20:21 PM IST

BJP MP Kamaljeet Sehrawat on Sunday praised the Union Budget, saying it lays out a roadmap for "Viksit Bharat." ... read..

Medanta Chairman Naresh Trehan welcomes health-focused measures in Union Budget 2026, calling it "forward-looking"

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:20:20 PM IST

Chairman and Managing Director of Medanta, Naresh Trehan, has welcomed the health-focused measures announced in the Union Budget 2026-27, calling them "forward-looking". He described the measures as steps aligned with India's evolving disease burden and l ... read..

Chirag Paswan hails Union Budget as 'foundation for developed India'

Patna (Bihar) | February 1, 2026 2:20:18 PM IST

Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Sunday praised the Union Budget, saying it focuses on infrastructure, rural development, urbanisation, and self-reliance. He added that the budget lays a strong foundation for a developed India. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi refuses comment on Union Budget 2026-27, Congress dubs it "lacklustre"

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:20:16 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Sunday declined to comment on the Union Budget 2026-27, stating that he would speak on Monday from Parliament's platform. ... read..

Union Budget 2026: Centre proposes to develop 15 archaeological sites into experiential cultural destinations

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:20:11 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed to develop 15 archaeological sites, including Lothal, Dholavira, and Sarnath, into "vibrant, experiential cultural destinations." ... read..

Budget 2026-27: Roadmap for building developed India by 2047, charts course for next 25 years, says Amit Shah

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 2:20:03 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday hailed the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a roadmap for building a developed India by 2047 and outlining the course for the next 25 years. ... read..

MP CM Mohan Yadav hails Union Budget for focus on poor, youth, farmers and women

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | February 1, 2026 2:19:57 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Sunday praised the Union Budget for its focus on the poor, youth, farmers, and women. ... read..

"Extend heartfelt greetings to all citizens on Guru Ravidas Jayanti": President Murmu

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 1:50:08 PM IST

President Draupadi Murmu on Sunday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti, embracing his teachings grounded in service and devotion, and contributing to the building of a developed nation. ... read..

"Completely insipid": Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Union Budget 2026-27

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 1:50:06 PM IST

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticised the Union Budget 2026-27, describing it as "completely insipid." ... read..

"Baseless": NCP MP Praful Patel denies media reports on appointment as party's national president

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 1, 2026 1:50:04 PM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MP Praful Patel on Sunday dismissed reports suggesting that he had been appointed as the National President of the party, calling them baseless and untrue. ... read..

"Reveals his mental mindset": Andhra Praesh Health Minister on Ambati Rambabu's alleged remarks

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2026 1:50:03 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav condemned former Minister and YSRCP leader Ambati Rambabu over his alleged abusive remarks against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and demanded legal action. ... read..

"Progressive Budget, focuses on every sector," BJP MPs hail Nirmala Sitharaman's 9th budget

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 1:49:59 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026 in the Parliament, marking her ninth consecutive Budget speech. ... read..

Step forward for India's growth: IMC praises Budget 2026

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 1, 2026 1:49:53 PM IST

The IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry has welcomed the Union Budget 2026, terming it as "very positive and forward-looking." ... read..

Union Budget 2026: Centre allocates Rs 7.8 lakh cr to Defence Ministry

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 1:49:48 PM IST

The Centre allocated a budget of Rs 7.8 lakh crore to the Defence Ministry for the year 2026-27. Defence forces will receive Rs 2.19 lakh crore for modernisation under the Capital Outlay budget. ... read..

Kerala: Senior BJP leaders watch Union Budget 2026-27 live at party state office

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 1, 2026 1:49:46 PM IST

Senior BJP leaders watched the Union Budget 2026-27 live at the BJP state office, Mararji Bhavan in Kerala. ... read..

Budget 2026: Govt to upgrade allied health institutions, train 1 lakh professionals

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 1:20:11 PM IST

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced that the government will upgrade existing institutions for allied health professionals and establish new ones in both private and government sectors. This initiative aims to train 1 lakh allied healt ... read..

"Your quiet vigilance at sea keep Bharat's maritime frontiers safe": Amit Shah on ICG's 50th Raising Day

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 1:20:04 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday extended his greetings to the personnel of the Indian Coast Guard on the occasion of the 50th Raising Day, praising their dedication and bravery in safeguarding the nation's maritime frontiers. ... read..

Counter to US tariffs: Centre reduces tariff rate on goods imported for personal use, exempts customs duty on manufacturing lithium-ion cells for batteries

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 1:20:03 PM IST

In response to the US tariffs, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed reducing the tariff rate on all dutiable goods imported for personal use from 20 per cent to 10 per cent. ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: Police tighten security at Ambati Rambabu's residence after alleged vandalism by TDP

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2026 1:50:10 PM IST

Police on Sunday tightened security at the residence of former minister and YSRCP Guntur district in-charge Ambati Rambabu after alleged vandalism by Telugu Desam Party (TDP) activists. ... read..

Manipur Police conduct extensive operations, arrest militants, seize arms and drugs

Imphal (Manipur) | February 1, 2026 1:19:52 PM IST

The overall law-and-order situation in Manipur remained normal over the past 24 hours, police said on Saturday, adding that security forces continued extensive search operations and area domination across fringe and vulnerable locations in the state. ... read..

"This is the plan B of TMC": BJP's Samik Bhattacharya on Humayun Kabir's divisive remarks

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:50:33 PM IST

West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President and party MP Samik Bhattacharya on Sunday hit out at the Trinamool Congress (TMC) after former TMC MLA Humayun Kabir accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of provoking his hate speech in 2024. ... read..

Union Budget 2026: Centre allocates Rs 1.4 lakh Cr for state local bodies, accepts vertical share of devolution at 41%

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:50:30 PM IST

The Centre has allocated Rs 1.4 lakh crores for states for the Financial Year 2026-27 as Finance Commission grants, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Sunday. ... read..

FM Sitharaman proposes girls' hostel in every district, 'She MARTS' to boost women entrepreneurship

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:50:25 PM IST

To strengthen the higher education ecosystem and promote women-led entrepreneurship, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced a series of proposals, including the construction of a girls' hostel in every district of the country and th ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu attends opening of Amrit Udyan

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:50:22 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu attendd the opening of the Amrit Udyan Winter Annuals Edition 2026 on Sunday, the President's Secretariat said in an official statement. ... read..

Union Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman proposes regional hubs to boost medical tourism

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:50:17 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday said that the government will support states in setting up five regional hubs across the country to promote India as a global destination for medical tourism. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi seeks parliamentary debate on air pollution, asks PM to declare 'national health emergency'

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:20:37 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Sunday demanded a parliamentary debate on air pollution, asking the government to ensure "enough money" in the Union Budget to tackle the issue. ... read..

"Hate speech. Threats. And now a claim that it was politically encouraged": Amit Malviya on Humanyun Kabir's statement

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:20:32 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Amit Malviya slammed former Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA and Jan Unnayan Party chief Humayun Kabir over his allegations that Mamata Banerjee prompted him to give a hate speech in 2024. ... read..

Budget 2026-27: Sitharaman announces 'Mahatma Gandhi Handloom scheme', flags reform push in textile industry

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:20:24 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday asserted that the government focuses on bringing reforms in the textile industry sector and announced the launch of 'Mahatma Gandhi Handloom Scheme'. ... read..

Rain and snowfall lash parts of Himachal; IMD warns of thunderstorms and fresh western disturbance

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | February 1, 2026 12:20:22 PM IST

Parts of Himachal Pradesh witnessed rain and snowfall during the last 24 hours, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds at isolated places in the state on Sunday. ... read..

Union Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman announces three new All India Institutes for Ayurveda

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:20:13 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced three new All India Institute of Ayurveda in line with the objective of meeting global demand for Ayurvedic medicine. ... read..

Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman proposes seven high-speed rail corridors, freight links, new waterways push

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 12:20:10 PM IST

Asserting that the Union Budget 2026-27 is driven by "Yuvashakti" and based on "three kartavyas," Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed seven high-speed rail corridors, new dedicated freight corridors, and the operationalisation of ... read..

Union Budget 2026: CM Stalin flags 'unfulfilled promises', seeks fair share for Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 1, 2026 11:50:25 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday questioned whether the Centre would make concrete announcements for the state in the Union Budget 2026, taking the upcoming elections into account. ... read..

Assam Governor attends valedictory function of Janajati Sammelan and foundation day of Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture

Guwahati (Assam) | February 1, 2026 11:50:17 AM IST

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya attended the valedictory function of the Janajati Sammelan and the 30th foundation day celebration of Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture at Assam Royal Global University, in Guwahati on January 31. ... read..

Delhi Police Crime Branch bust traffic extortion and fraud syndicate, 2 arrested

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 11:50:05 AM IST

The Anti-Robbery and Snatching Cell (ARSC) of the Delhi Police Crime Branch has arrested two members of traffic-related fraud and extortion syndicates in separate operations, officials said. ... read..

"TMC will certainly lose": Jan Unnayan Party chief Humayun Kabir on West Bengal Assembly Elections

Murshidabad (West Bengal) | February 1, 2026 11:50:02 AM IST

Former Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA and Jan Unnayan Party chief Humayun Kabir asserted his party's victory in the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections, adding that "TMC will certainly lose." He also blamed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for inciting hi ... read..

"Railways a strong pillar of Viksit Bharat, this will be extraordinary budget": Union MoS Railways V Somanna

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 11:20:07 AM IST

Union Minister of State of Railways, V Somanna, on Sunday called the Railway sector a "strong pillar" of 'Viksit Bharat' and said that the Union Budget will be "extraordinary". ... read..

Akhilesh Yadav flags "massive conspiracy" in SIR, questions use of pre-printed form 7 in UP villages

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 1, 2026 11:20:05 AM IST

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged a "massive conspiracy" to selectively delete voter names, claiming that opposition votes were being targeted under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Uttar Pradesh. In a post on X on ... read..

Kashmir EOW chargesheets two in fake international prize scam

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 1, 2026 11:20:04 AM IST

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir has filed a chargesheet against two individuals, Jitu Raj Johari and Suresh Thakur, for their involvement in a fake international prize scam, according to an official press release. ... read..

"BJP Govt focused on issues which are not impactful on ground": Sachin Pilot ahead of Union Budget

Udaipur (Rajasthan) | February 1, 2026 11:20:00 AM IST

Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Sunday criticised the central government ahead of the Union Budget, saying it has focused on policies that have little impact on the ground. ... read..

Union Cabinet headed by PM Modi approves Union Budget 2026-27

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 11:19:59 AM IST

The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday approved the Union Budget 2026-27 following a meeting in Parliament. ... read..

Union Ministers express confidence ahead of Budget presentation

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 11:19:52 AM IST

Union Minister Jual Oram on Sunday expressed confidence that the upcoming Union Budget 2026 will be good for the country. ... read..

"Don't have much expectations": Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi on Budget 2026

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 11:19:50 AM IST

Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday arrived at the parliament to attend the Budget session and asserted that she has "not much expectations" from the Union Budget 2026-27. ... read..

Cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers "digitally arrest" retired Uttarakhand Jal Nigam official, dupe him of Rs 64.65 lakh

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 1, 2026 11:19:47 AM IST

Cyber fraudsters posing as Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officers digitally "arrested" a 71-year-old retired official of Uttarakhand Jal Nigam and duped him of Rs 64.65 lakh, police said. ... read..

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan extends warm wishes to Indian Coast Guard on its 50th raising day

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 10:50:14 AM IST

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Sunday extended warm wishes to Indian Coast Guard on the occasion of its 50th Raising Day. ... read..

"Only focusing on the 2026 assembly election": Tamil Nadu Congress president on seat-sharing with DMK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 1, 2026 10:50:12 AM IST

Congress leaders arrived in Tamil Nadu on Sunday for seat-sharing talks with Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) ahead of the upcoming Assembly Elections. ... read..

"Budget 2026-27 will be another step towards Viksit Bharat": Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

New Delhi | February 1, 2026 10:50:09 AM IST

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Sunday termed the Union Budget 2026-27 a step towards making India a "Viksit Bharat." ... read..

Gem Hospital director seeks higher health spending, rate revision under Ayushman Bharat in Union Budget

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 1, 2026 10:50:04 AM IST

Healthcare professionals are eagerly awaiting the Union Budget 2026, with expectations centred around increased funding and reforms. ... read..

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