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Delhi emerges number one in e-Bus race, overtaking Maharashtra with largest green fleet

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 8:50:45 PM IST

Delhi on Sunday achieved another historic milestone in clean and sustainable transport by securing the top position in the country for electric buses. ... read..

"Come forward and explain everything": BJP MP Pradan Baruah asks Gogoi to answer for alleged Pak links

Guwahati (Assam) | February 8, 2026 8:50:40 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pradan Baruah on Sunday stated that Congress Assam President and Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi should clarify his position on the Special Investigation Team (SIT) inquiry, calling it a matter of national security rather than el ... read..

SKM supports Central Trade Unions' call for nationwide strike on Feb 12

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 8:20:01 PM IST

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) has announced its full support for the nationwide general strike called by Central Trade Unions (CTUs) on February 12. ... read..

Delhi becomes the state with largest e-Bus fleet in country; 500 new EV buses flagged off

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 8:19:59 PM IST

Delhi on Sunday became the state with the largest electric bus fleet in the country as BJP National President Nitin Nabin and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta flagged off 500 new electric buses from Ramlila Maidan, taking the total number of e-buses in the Capi ... read..

"All celebrating EU and US deals": Piyush Goyal hails "double advantage" for coastal state fishermen

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 7:50:32 PM IST

Following the announcement of the India-US interim trade agreement and the conclusion of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said people working in the fishery sector across coastal states are ela ... read..

"Quota" to US on apples less than current imports: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 7:50:31 PM IST

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday clarified that the Centre has not "opened up" the market for US apples under the interim trade pact, but instead has given them a "quota" that is less than current apple imports, while fully prot ... read..

AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bhardwaj detained in Janakpuri during candle march over accident

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 7:50:27 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party Delhi president Saurabh Bhardwaj was detained by Delhi Police on Sunday when he, along with other AAP leaders, arrived at the site to take out a candle march in connection with the Janakpuri incident, party sources said. ... read..

"Small, breakaway faction" of SKM called for nationwide protests: Piyush Goyal says most farmers understand benefits of India-US interim trade agreement

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 7:50:18 PM IST

Amid a call for nationwide protests by the the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM), Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said that it was a "very small and a breakaway" faction of the farmers' organisation that has given the call while most farmers in th ... read..

"Opposition may attack on falsehoods, I'm not worried": Piyush Goyal expresses confidence in India-US trade deal

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 7:20:22 PM IST

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal expressed confidence in the India-US interim trade deal, stating that there was nothing in the proposed trade deal that the Opposition could use to target him during the upcoming Parliament session. ... read..

Himachal apple growers to protest on Feb 12 over FTA concerns

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 7:20:20 PM IST

Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh's Kotkhai region have expressed growing concern over the Government of India's recent free trade agreements (FTAs) with various countries, fearing a threat to domestic orchards and farmers' livelihoods. ... read..

"Administratively incompetent": Edappadi K Palaniswami targets DMK govt over TNPSC exams

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | February 8, 2026 7:20:19 PM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami launched a sharp attack on the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government, accusing it of administrative incompetence and failing to manage the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commis ... read..

Everyone shared views on smooth house proceedings: Om Prakash Rajbhar ahead of UP Assembly Budget Session

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 7:20:07 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar on Sunday said all parties shared their views on smooth house proceedings ahead of the UP Assembly Budget Session, starting on Monday. ... read..

No trust deficit between India and US: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 6:50:43 PM IST

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal dismissed suggestions of a trust deficit between India and the United States, asserting that bilateral ties remain strong and stable despite differing perspectives on certain global issues. ... read..

Karnataka: Redbird private jet crash-lands in Vijayapura district

Bagalkot(Karnataka) | February 8, 2026 6:50:39 PM IST

A Redbird private jet crash-landed on Sunday in Vijayapura district of Karnataka, said the official. ... read..

HP government seeks opposition's support to fight Revenue Deficit Grant withdrawl: CM Sukhu says only PM Modi can resolve crisis

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 6:50:38 PM IST

Mounting a strong all-party appeal against the scrapping of the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG), the Himachal Pradesh government on Sunday said it would challenge the decision both politically and legally, warning that the move threatens the state's financial ... read..

Bharat Ratna for Veer Savarkar will enhance its prestige: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 8, 2026 6:50:36 PM IST

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed questions over the delay in conferring the Bharat Ratna on Veer Savarkar, saying if Savarkar is given Bharat Ratna, then the prestige of the honour will increase. ... read..

Few political elements distorting issues: Piyush Goyal denies concessions to US for its agri products

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 6:50:31 PM IST

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday categorically denied India giving concessions to the United States in agriculture while stating that the Centre has assured that the interests of farmers and producers have been safeguarded. ... read..

"Must Prove Innocence": Sarbananda Sonowal slams Gaurav Gogoi over anti-national allegations

Dibrugarh (Assam) | February 8, 2026 6:20:17 PM IST

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday launched a scathing attack on Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, stating that any individual involved in conspiratorial activities against the country deserves the highest condemnation. ... read..

Union Budget favours multinational companies, not India's poor: SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 6:20:15 PM IST

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday criticised the Union government, alleging that the Union Budget has been designed to benefit multinational companies rather than the people of India. ... read..

"Absolute nonsense...": Piyush Goyal rejects sovereignty concerns, defends India-US interim agreement

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 6:20:06 PM IST

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal dismissed allegations that India has "ceded sovereignty" following the conclusion of the framework of the India-US interim trade agreement, calling such criticisms "absolute nonsense" and describing the ag ... read..

India-US deal more than trade, will cement long-term strategic goals: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 6:50:30 PM IST

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Sunday emphasised that the interim trade agreement between India and the US is not merely a commercial pact but a cornerstone of a major geopolitical shift. ... read..

Haryana police registers FIR, arrests two over Surajkund Mela joyride collapse

Faridabad (Haryana) | February 8, 2026 6:20:02 PM IST

Haryana Police on Sunday stated that an FIR has been registered and two accused persons have been arrested in connection with the joyride collapse accident at the Surajkund International Crafts Festival in Faridabad, which claimed the life of a police off ... read..

"Why they waited for two years?" AIUDF's Rafiqul Islam questions Assam CM's allegations against Gaurav Gogoi

Guwahati (Assam) | February 8, 2026 5:50:36 PM IST

Ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) general secretary Rafiqul Islam on Sunday termed Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's allegations of Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi having "Pakistan links" as "political r ... read..

"Mutual agreement that benefits both countries": Odisha State BJP VP Jatin Mohanty on US-India interim trade agreement

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 8, 2026 5:50:34 PM IST

Odisha state BJP Vice President Dr Jatin Mohanty on Sunday welcomed the India-US interim trade agreement, calling it a win-win for both countries and a victory for India's growing economic leverage. ... read..

Budgam Police attach property worth Rs 50 lakh in NDPS case

Budgam (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 8, 2026 5:50:33 PM IST

Budgam Police on Sunday said they have attached an immovable property worth approximately Rs 50 lakh in the Humhama area of Budgam district in connection with an NDPS case. ... read..

Government to cover treatment costs; ADC committee formed: Haryana Tourism MD Parth Gupta on Surajkund Ride collapse

Faridabad (Haryana) | February 8, 2026 5:50:28 PM IST

Following a tragic incident at the Surajkund International Crafts Festival, where a joyride collapsed on Saturday evening, resulting in the death of a police officer and injuries to 13 others, Haryana Tourism Corporation Limited Managing Director Parth Gu ... read..

41st State Livestock Exhibition showcases Rural culture, Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision: Haryana CM

Kurukshetra (Haryana) | February 8, 2026 5:50:23 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday said it was a moment of great pride for him to be present at the closing ceremony of the 41st State Livestock Exhibition in Kurukshetra. ... read..

Surajkund Mela joyride collapse: Haryana CM announces compensation, job for family of police officer killed

Kurukshetra (Haryana) | February 8, 2026 5:50:21 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday announced compensation, financial assistance and a government job for the family of Inspector Jagdish Prasad, who lost his life after a joyride collapsed at the Surajkund International Crafts Festival in ... read..

Himachal CM attends 20th anniversary celebrations of leading daily in Chandigarh

Chandigarh (Punjab) | February 8, 2026 5:20:20 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu attended the 20th anniversary celebrations of a prestigious daily newspaper at Chandigarh on Saturday evening as the Chief Guest. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta approves Rs 1,200 cr grant for DTC salaries, pensions and transport modernisation

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 5:20:13 PM IST

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, has approved a grant of ?1,200 crore for the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC), providing major relief to thousands of serving employees and pensioners, while also strengthening technology-driven initiatives to im ... read..

"Unprecedented improvements witnessed in connectivity": Uttarakhand CM Dhami hails PM Modi's leadership

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 8, 2026 4:50:23 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for the rapid development of the state. ... read..

Revanth Reddy most incompetent CM, uses vulgar language: BRS working president KTR

Tandur (Telangana) | February 8, 2026 4:50:19 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) on Sunday launched a scathing attack on Revanth Reddy, calling him the most incompetent and lowest-quality Chief Minister that Telangana has ever had. ... read..

"This is the wonder of PM Modi's leadership": Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on inaugurating 4,000 EV buses

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 4:50:17 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, emphasising a shift toward female leadership in governance. ... read..

"Congress has to answer": Kerala minister after finance firm claims MP didn't payback Rs 2 cr election loan

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 8, 2026 4:19:52 PM IST

Kerala Minister Veena George on Sunday said that Congress has to respond to the "serious" allegations levelled against party MP Anto Antony, accusing him of not returning Rs 2 crore that he had borrowed from a finance company for the 2019 election. ... read..

"India among world's top economies, steadily progressing toward becoming 3rd-largest": Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Budget

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 3:50:19 PM IST

Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Sunday said that since the formation of the Narendra Modi-led government in 2014, India has been moving steadily towards a clearly defined goal, with consistent policy direction and decisive l ... read..

"India does not bow to anyone": BJP's Gulam Ali Khatana hails India-US trade agreement

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 3:50:17 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Gulam Ali Khatana on Sunday praised the India-US Interim Trade Framework Agreement, highlighting that India does not bow to any external pressure while participating in global trade. ... read..

JKNC Chief Farooq Abdullah expresses sorrow over Islamabad suicide bombing

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 8, 2026 3:20:13 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) Chief Farooq Abdullah on Sunday expressed grief over the suicide bombing at a mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan. ... read..

"EC should hoist BJP's flag": SP chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges 'misuse' of Form 7

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 3:20:08 PM IST

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday accused the Election Commission of 'misusing' the Form 7 (used to object to the inclusion of a name or to request the deletion of an existing name from the electoral roll), to alter his party's vote share. ... read..

"CBI should investigate Nampally fire mishap": BRS' Manne Krishank

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 8, 2026 3:20:04 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) spokesperson Manne Krishank demanded a CBI probe into the Nampally Forensic lab fire, ... read..

Janakpuri pit death case: Delhi Police nab man from Firozabad

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 3:20:03 PM IST

Delhi Police on Sunday detained a man in connection with the death of a 25-year-old man after his motorcycle fell into a deep, uncovered pit allegedly dug by the Delhi Jal Board during road work in West Delhi's Janakpuri area. ... read..

Should focus on production by masses, not mass production: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 8, 2026 2:50:14 PM IST

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said that India should adopt a production-by-masses approach instead of mass production to instil a quality-based competitive environment that will help increase demand for our products and create ... read..

"Purpose of public transport will be undermined": Tejasvi Surya criticises Karnataka govt over metro fare hike

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 8, 2026 2:50:13 PM IST

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Sunday said the Karnataka government repeatedly asked the Fare Fixation Committee to increase metro fares. ... read..

Andhra: Sri Sathya Sai Seva organises 'spirit of unity' 5K run, cycle rally in Vijayawada

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 2:50:09 PM IST

The Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation in Andhra Pradesh's Vijayawada on Sunday organised the 'Spirit of Unity' 5K Run and Cycle Rally. Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Traffic Shaikh Shereen Begum flagged off the event here. ... read..

Sena (UBT)'s Priyanka Chaturvedi says India-US trade agreement "treacherous," urges Parliament discussion

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 2:50:06 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Sunday criticised the India-US interim trade agreement, calling it "treacherous". ... read..

Delhi: Over 4 injured after cylinder blast in Mongolpuri area

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 2:50:04 PM IST

At least four people sustained burn injuries after a gas cylinder blast in a house in Delhi's Mongolpuri area, the fire department said on Sunday. ... read..

TN Public Service Commission exams postponed due to "technical issues"; rescheduled dates to be announced later

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 8, 2026 2:50:03 PM IST

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) on Sunday said that the Combined Civil Services (Group-II and IIA Services) Main Examination -both the forenoon and afternoon sessions stood cancelled, citing "technical issues." ... read..

"Matter of serious national security": Assam CM asks Gogoi to answer for alleged Pak links

Dispur (Assam) | February 8, 2026 2:50:01 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday asked Congress Assam Pradesh President and MP, Gaurav Gogoi, to answer to his wife's alleged links to Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh, calling it a "matter of serious national security." ... read..

Tamil Nadu Police arrest 35-year-old man for infant's death during attempted home "natural" delivery

Tirunelveli (Tamil Nadu) | February 8, 2026 2:49:59 PM IST

A 35-year-old man was arrested by Tamil Nadu police after an infant died during an attempted home "natural" delivery involving his wife in Tirunelveli on Friday. ... read..

"Imagine how many Hindus are rotting in jails": VHP's Vinod Bansal after Bangladesh former minister's death

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 2:49:58 PM IST

Vishwa Hindu Parishad's (VHP) National Spokesperson, Vinod Bansal on Sunday expressed concern over the condition of Hindus "rotting" in Bangladeshi jails after Hindu leader, Ramesh Chandra Sen, a senior leader of the Bangladesh Awami League and former Min ... read..

BJP spokesperson ANS Prasad credits Centre for Tamil Nadu's development as DMK protests India-US trade deal framework

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 8, 2026 2:20:07 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson ANS Prasad on Sunday credited the development and progress of the state to the leadership by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and current Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asserting that the Modi ... read..

"Potential consequences for India's economic security, strategic autonomy:" Congress MP Manish Tewari calls for discussion on India-US interim trade framework

Chandigarh | February 8, 2026 2:20:03 PM IST

Congress MP Manish Tewari on Sunday called for a detailed discussion on the terms of the India-US interim trade agreement. He asserted that the terms of the agreement could affect India's economic security, strategic autonomy, and long-term growth traject ... read..

"Rahul Gandhi is urban naxalite": BJP MP Nishikant Dubey slams Congress for ruckus in Lok Sabha

Deoghar (Jharkhand) | February 8, 2026 2:20:01 PM IST

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Sunday called Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, an "urban Naxalite" and slammed the Opposition for allegedly planning to "resort to an unprecedented incident" against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Lower House ... read..

"Happy Fraud Day": AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj slams BJP as Delhi govt completes one year

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 2:20:00 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party Delhi Unit President Saurabh Bharadwaj alleged on Sunday that the Bharatiya Janata Party formed the government a year ago by "committing fraud". ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta flags off 500 electric buses to mark BJP-led government's first year

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 1:50:23 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, PWD Minister Parvesh Verma and BJP National President Nitin Nabin, flagged off around 500 electric buses and the Delhi-Panipat bus service on Sunday to mark the BJP-led go ... read..

"Mindless", "Bogus": Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi refutes Assam CM's allegations against his wife

Guwahati (Assam) | February 8, 2026 1:50:22 PM IST

Congress Assam President and Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on Sunday refuted the allegations made by the Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma against his wife Elizabeth Colburn Gogoi, calling it a "super flop" press conference. ... read..

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urges people to "detect, report infilltrators" to police

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 8, 2026 1:50:17 PM IST

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday urged people to "detect and report" the "illegal infiltrators" to the police. He also urged people not to give them any employment and to be more "vigilant." ... read..

Delhi Crime Branch busts high-profile cyber fraud module; Three arrested

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 1:50:15 PM IST

The Delhi Crime Branch on Sunday busted a high-profile cyber fraud module under the 'Cy-Hawk' operation. The team has arrested three accused involved in an organised cyber-financial racket with international linkages, police officials informed. ... read..

Andhra: ASP Deeksha conducts surprise inspection of Balaji Nagar police station in Nellore after drug crackdown

Nellore (Andhra Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 1:20:19 PM IST

Following Nellore police's intensified crackdown on the illegal transportation and sale of drugs, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Deeksha on Sunday conducted a surprise inspection of the Balaji Nagar Police Station to review preparedness, discipl ... read..

"Tariff imposed is highly imbalanced": Congress' Sukhdeo Bhagat on India-US interim trade agreement framework

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 1:20:14 PM IST

Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Sunday criticised the government over the framework of the India-US interim trade agreement, calling it "highly imbalanced" and a "unilateral deal". ... read..

Rajasthan: CM Bhajanlal Sharma flags off Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026

Alwar (Rajasthan) | February 8, 2026 12:50:12 PM IST

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, along with Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, on Sunday flagged off the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026, a large-scale sporting and environmental awareness event held in Alwar district. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta presents report card as BJP-led govt completes one year in office

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 12:50:10 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday presented a report card of Vidhan Sabha, outlining development work worth Rs 250 crore and major projects worth Rs 10,000 crore, as the BJP-led government completed one year in office. ... read..

Bastar Pandum festival attracts large crowds, highlights traditional and folk art

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) | February 8, 2026 12:50:07 PM IST

The Bastar Pandum Festival, organised by the Chhattisgarh Government, has drawn a large crowd to witness Bastar's traditional handicrafts, tribal arts, folk costumes and local products. ... read..

Ahmedabad Police Commissioner flags off round table car rally for visually impaired

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 8, 2026 12:50:04 PM IST

A Round Table car rally for the visually impaired was organised in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on Sunday. The event was flagged off by Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik. ... read..

"Poison spread from top": Congress slams BJP over Assam CM's purported video against religious minority

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 12:50:00 PM IST

Congress MP KC Venugopal on Sunday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party over a purported video showing Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shooting at people from a religious minority group, saying that there should be "consequences" for such a video w ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: Nellore police intensify crackdown on ganja; preventive detention action planned against top rowdy sheeters

Nellore (Andhra Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 12:20:14 PM IST

Nellore Assistant Superintendent of Police Deeksha conducted a surprise inspection of the Balaji Nagar Police Station as the police intensify their crackdown on the illegal transportation and sale of ganja. ... read..

"Gogoi attempted to legitimise Pakistan": Assam CM alleges Congress MP's links with neighbouring country

Dispur (Assam) | February 8, 2026 12:20:08 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday slammed Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi's over his wife, Elizabeth Colburn Gogoi's, alleged links to Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh, stating that the Congress leader attempted to legitimise the neighbouri ... read..

Dalai Lama's office dismisses reports linking Tibetan spiritual leader to Jeffrey Epstein

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 12:20:06 PM IST

The Dalai Lama's office on Sunday dismissed reports circulating on social media that attempted to link the Tibetan spiritual leader with late financier and convicted sex offender from the United States, Jeffrey Epstein. ... read..

"Reduction in tariff received with tareef": BJP national spokesperson CR Kesavan on India-US interim trade framework

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 8, 2026 11:50:01 AM IST

BJP National Spokesperson CR Kesavan on Sunday hailed the India-US Interim Trade Framework Agreement, which significantly reduces tariffs on Indian exported goods from 50 per cent to 18 per cent. ... read..

Haryana: Surajkund Mela to continue despite joyride tragedy that killed 1; ride area shut

Faridabad (Haryana) | February 8, 2026 11:49:58 AM IST

The Faridabad District Administration and the Surajkund Fair Authority on Sunday clarified that the 39th Surajkund International Crafts Festival would continue as scheduled for today, a day after a tragic incident in which a joyride collapsed at the festi ... read..

"LDF will win 110 seats": V Shivankutty confident ahead of upcoming Kerala state assembly elections

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 8, 2026 11:20:19 AM IST

Kerala Education Minister V Shivankutty on Sunday expressed confidence that the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) will secure a massive victory in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, claiming the alliance would win as many as 110 seats. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM urges PM Modi to direct Railways to release funds for land acquisition, compensation

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 8, 2026 11:20:18 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to direct the Railways Ministry to release the required funds for sanctioned projects to facilitate land acquisition and compensation. ... read..

"Everyone should realise that Communists, Congress gave wrong notion of our history": Telangana BJP chief backs Mohan Bhagwat's remarks

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 8, 2026 11:20:12 AM IST

Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao on Sunday backed Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat's call for "Hindu unity" that encompasses all inhabitants of India and originates from the nation's ancient culture. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Health Minister Flags Off 'Run for Rice Pazhaya Soru Marathon 2026' in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 8, 2026 11:20:11 AM IST

Emphasising the importance of traditional nutrition for sustainable health, Tamil Nadu Health and Family Welfare Minister Ma. Subramanian on Sunday flagged off the 'Run for Rice - Pazhaya Soru Marathon 2026' at Besant Nagar Beach in Chennai. ... read..

Odisha Governor releases books by former Andhra Governor, highlights value-based leadership

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 8, 2026 10:50:16 AM IST

Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati said that leadership is not confined to positions of authority but is reflected through ideas, values, and service to society, as per a press release. ... read..

Gujarat: Southern Command honours 34 personnel, 33 units at investiture ceremony

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 8, 2026 10:50:12 AM IST

The Southern Command Investiture Ceremony was hosted at Ahmedabad on February 6 and 7 and honoured 34 personnel and 33 units for acts of valour, courage and distinguished service to the nation. ... read..

"No rift in DMK-Congress alliance": Tamil Nadu Congress chief Selvaperunthagai ahead of assembly polls

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | February 8, 2026 10:19:59 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) President K Selvaperunthagai has asserted that there is "no rift" within the DMK-Congress alliance ahead of upcoming elections, as he emphasised that the alliance is "functioning smoothly." ... read..

"Switch and Scam" busted: Ahmedabad police dismantles interstate gang defrauding e-commerce giants

Ahemdabad (Gujarat) | February 8, 2026 10:19:51 AM IST

The Ahmedabad City Crime Branch intercepted and neutralised an allegedly sophisticated interstate criminal syndicate that specialised in defrauding major e-commerce platforms such as Flipkart and Amazon, the police officials said on Saturday. ... read..

"Delhi to soon be state with maximum number of EV buses": CM Rekha Gupta

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 10:19:49 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday said that the national capital will soon become the state with the maximum number of electric buses. ... read..

Farmers' interests protected in trade deal; US cut tariffs on several agri products to 0%: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 10:19:47 AM IST

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday said that the framework for the trade agreement with the United States will not harm Indian farmers, and that the US has infact reduced tariffs on several Indian farm exports to zero. ... read..

J-K: Shia community holds candle march to pay tribute to Islamabad mosque blast victims

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 8, 2026 9:50:20 AM IST

The Shia community held a candle march to pay tribute to the suicide bombing at a mosque in Pakistan's Islamabad in which several members of the Shia community were killed. ... read..

"No discussions going on, no division in Congress": Karnataka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao says 'MLAs to abide by high command's decision on CM post'

Bidar (Karnataka) | February 8, 2026 9:50:19 AM IST

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Sunday refuted claims that a discussion about a change in the state Congress leadership was underway, saying there is no rift in the party. ... read..

Iran's Consul General Hamid Ahmadieh celebrates 47th Iran National Day in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 8, 2026 9:50:15 AM IST

Hamid Ahmadieh, Iran's Consul General, celebrated the 47th National Day of the Islamic Republic of Iran at the Trident Hotel in Hyderabad on Sunday. ... read..

148 Lichen species with potential anti-cancer properties identified in Simlipal National Park; highest ever in Odisha

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) | February 8, 2026 9:50:14 AM IST

Researchers from Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University in Baripada found 148 lichen species in Similipal National Park, the highest ever in Odisha. Out of the multiple species found, one of them, Physcia melanochroma, has been reported to be found ... read..

UP Police foil murder plot, rescue man kidnapped within five hours over elopement case in Aligarh

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 9:50:11 AM IST

Aligarh Police recovered a man within five hours after he was kidnapped allegedly by a girl's father and brother in the Gonda area of Aligarh in Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

Security forces conduct search operations in Manipur; multiple arrested as arms, ammunition seized

Imphal (Manipur) | February 8, 2026 9:19:59 AM IST

Security forces conducted extensive search operations in Manipur, leading to the arrest of four people involved in alleged extortion and criminal activities in the state. ... read..

Rajasthan: Two dead, several injured in Kota building collapse

Kota (Rajasthan) | February 8, 2026 9:19:58 AM IST

Kota Medical College Principal Sangeeta Saxena on Sunday said that 10 people were brought to the hospital following a building collapse, including two who were declared dead. ... read..

Kerala: 7-member gang arrested for attempting to sell tiger skin, claws, and teeth in Kannur

Kannur (Kerala) | February 8, 2026 9:19:56 AM IST

A seven-member gang was arrested for attempting to sell tiger skin, teeth, and claws in the Kathirur area of Thalassery Taluk in Kerala's Kannur district. ... read..

Budget prioritises youth, farmers, poor and women; focuses on development: Tripura CM Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | February 8, 2026 8:50:21 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that this year's Union Budget has given importance to development in all sectors, including education, health, defence, and infrastructure. ... read..

AIMSA urges PM Modi to ensure safety, justice for medical students attacked in Russia

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 8:50:17 AM IST

All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) on Sunday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, appealing for the safety and protection of Indian medical students in Russia after four Indian students were injured in a knife attack in Ufa. ... read..

Gujarat CM honours NCC cadets representing state at Republic Day Parade in New Delhi

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 8, 2026 8:50:16 AM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel honoured NCC cadets who represented the state in the Republic Day Parade in the national capital, at the At Home Ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Gandhinagar. ... read..

"Guarantees not implemented in last two years:" BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank on Revanth Reddy vows to protect 4% minority reservation

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 8, 2026 8:50:09 AM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) spokesperson Manne Krishank slammed Telangana CM Revanth Reddy over his latter's assurance to safeguard the 4 per cent minority reservation. ... read..

Adani University hosts IETE West Zone seminar, ISF Congress 2026

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 8, 2026 8:19:55 AM IST

Adani University, emerged as a key academic hub for the IETE West Zone Seminar and IETE Students Forum (ISF) Congress 2026, organised on the theme Trends and Innovation in Aerospace Electronics. ... read..

Delhi air quality slightly improves, AQI level at 196

New Delhi | February 8, 2026 8:19:53 AM IST

The air quality in the national capital showed slight improvement, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) level at 196 in the 'moderate' category at 7 am on Sunday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). ... read..

Predominant circulation of viral agents, particularly Influenza A, Metapneumovirus, and Influenza B in Delhi NCR: Experts

By Shalini Bhardwaj New Delhi | February 8, 2026 7:49:58 AM IST

Medical experts in Delhi NCR have observed widespread circulation of respiratory viruses, with Influenza A (H3N2) emerging as a leading driver of the current surge. This wave is characterised by severe symptoms, high-grade fevers, and prolonged recovery t ... read..

Assam Govt to transfer probe into Congress MP Gogoi's alleged Pakistan links to MHA, says CM Sarma

Guwahati (Assam) | February 8, 2026 7:20:09 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that the Special Investigation Team (SIT), which was investigating an alleged anti-India conspiracy involving Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh and 'British citizen' Elizabeth Colburn Gogoi (wi ... read..

Public should be made aware of Rabies: Tripura CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | February 8, 2026 7:20:08 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that students, teachers, and the public at every government and private institution should be better informed about rabies and various accidents. ... read..

Kota building collapse: Death toll rises to two as several injured; probe ordered

Kota (Rajasthan) | February 8, 2026 6:49:58 AM IST

The death toll in the building collapse in Kota rose to while at least 13 people were reported injured, officials said. ... read..

Punjab govt suspends two senior IAS officers

Chandigarh | February 8, 2026 5:50:08 AM IST

The Punjab government on Friday placed two senior IAS officers under suspension with immediate effect, as per provisions of Rule 3(1) of the All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1969. ... read..

"There must be certain facts": Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Pappu Yadav' arrest

Patna (Bihar) | February 8, 2026 5:20:18 AM IST

Union Minister Chirag Paswan described the arrest of Purnea MP Pappu Yadav as part of the process, emphasising that no member of parliament can be arrested without reason and that such actions are based on certain facts. ... read..

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