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"Budget will work to advance every section of society," says Manjinder Singh Sirsa

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 3:20:37 PM IST

Delhi Minister for Environment, Forest and Wildlife, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, on Thursday, hailed the Union Budget 2026-27, saying that it will empower every section of society. He underlined that every sector, ranging from farmers to businessmen, will bene ... read..

West Bengal targeted to remove voters: CM Mamata Banerjee tells SC in a historic in-person appearance

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 3:20:36 PM IST

In a rare and unprecedented development, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday appeared in-person before the Supreme Court of India to argue her case, alleging that the Election Commission of India's (ECI) Special Intensive Revision (SIR ... read..

BALCO Medical Centre boosts India's cancer care, nearly 65,000 patients treated in eight years

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 3:20:34 PM IST

On World Cancer Day, Vedanta Limited, India's leading metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power and technology conglomerate, reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening India's cancer care ecosystem through BALCO Medical Centre (BMC), one of India's ... read..

Growing sports infrastructure in J&K boosts youth engagement

Kathua (Jammu & Kashmir) | February 4, 2026 3:20:32 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed steady development in sports infrastructure over recent years, with upgraded stadiums, improved training facilities, and increased institutional support to encourage youth participation in sports. ... read..

"Allegations can't be accepted unless proved": Parameshwara over BJP's corruption allegations on RB Timmapur

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 4, 2026 3:20:31 PM IST

Karnataka Minister G Parameshwara on Wednesday denied the corruption allegations made by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Excise Minister RB Timmapur, saying it "cannot be accepted unless proved." ... read..

Left parties protest over deteriorating law and order in Andhra Pradesh

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 3:20:26 PM IST

The Left parties, which included CPI and CPM, held a press conference in Vijayawada to protest against the alleged rule of lawlessness in Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday. ... read..

SC issues notice in West Bengal SIR dispute, assures protection of voters' rights

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:50:38 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Wednesday heard an emotionally charged challenge relating to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee personally addressing the Bench and alleging large-scale wrongful ... read..

"Whatever the court decides, we will follow": Hiba Rana's sister on triple talaq case

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 2:50:29 PM IST

Urusa Rana, sister of Hiba Rana, who was allegedly subjected to triple talaq by her husband, said that the case is being handled by the court, and whatever decision is undertaken, it will be respected by the family. ... read..

Researchers trace Kaziranga's evolution into last great home of one-horned rhino

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:50:21 PM IST

A scientific study has traced the evolutionary history of Assam's Kaziranga National Park, revealing how the habitat of the one-horned rhinoceros has been shaped over time by climate change, vegetation transitions, invasive species and herbivore activity. ... read..

IIT Guwahati, UK Universities develop Machine Learning based framework to design sustainable metal alloys without critical raw materials

Guwahati (Assam) | February 4, 2026 2:50:18 PM IST

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, in collaboration with researchers from London South Bank University, University of Manchester, and the University of Leeds, have developed a Machine Learning (ML)-based method to design advance ... read..

"Sadak ka gunda": Ravneet Bittu slams Rahul Gandhi, alleges Congress MP attempted to manhandle

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:50:16 PM IST

Union MoS for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu called the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi and Congress MPs "Sadad ka gunda" (street thug) following a heated exchange between the two leaders outside the Parliament. ... read..

"Not just in Bengal, even in UP": SP MP Awadhesh Prasad backs Mamata Banerjee on SIR issue, alleges planned voter deletions by BJP

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:50:15 PM IST

Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Awadhesh Prasad on Wednesday welcomed the Supreme Court hearing on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's appearance before the apex court, alleging that the Bha ... read..

"DMK in alliance talks with Congress... ": MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on upcoming state elections

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 4, 2026 2:50:01 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Wednesday chaired the meeting of the party's Election Manifesto Committee at party HQ Arivalayam in Chennai. ... read..

"Govt is not allowing it to be published here": Rahul Gandhi on Gen Naravane's unpublished "memoir"

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:20:46 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that the government was not allowing the former Army Chief General MM Naravane's "memoir" to be published in India. ... read..

Saket court summons Congress leaders Ragini Nayak, Pawan Khera, Jairam Ramesh in journalist Rajat Sharma defamation case

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:20:42 PM IST

The Delhi Saket Court has issued summons to Congress leaders Ragini Nayak, Pawan Khera and Jairam Ramesh in connection with a defamation complaint filed by senior journalist Rajat Sharma. ... read..

High Court directs authorities to remove traffic congestion at Chirag Delhi crossing

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:20:47 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the civic agencies and authorities to resolve the issue related to traffic congestion at Chirag Delhi crossing in South East Delhi. The High Court gave directions while dealing with a Public Interest Litigation f ... read..

Newly-elected BJP Manipur Legislature Party Leader Yumnam Khemchand Singh meets Governor Ajay Bhalla

Imphal (Manipur) | February 4, 2026 2:20:36 PM IST

BJP Legislature Party Leader Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday met Governor Ajay Bhalla at the Lok Bhavan in Imphal. ... read..

AIADMK announces five key election promises ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls 2026

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 4, 2026 2:20:29 PM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) on Thursday announced a set of five election promises for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections. ... read..

Operation Kiya: Security forces neutralise two terrorists in Udhampur; area under surveillance

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 4, 2026 2:20:26 PM IST

Two terrorists have been neutralised by the Jammu and Kashmir police, Indian Army and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in a joint encounter in the Bansantgarh area of Udhampur following a cordon & search operation in Jophar Ramnagar. ... read..

"If there is a traitor, it is you": Delhi Minister Manjinder Sirsa condemns Rahul Gandhi's remarks against Ravneet Bittu

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:20:24 PM IST

Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa slammed Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for calling Union MoS Ravneet Singh Bittu a "traitor," recalling Operation Blue Star and the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi says, "I will present Gen Naravane's memoir to PM Modi," criticises handling of national security

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:50:36 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday accused the Centre of avoiding scrutiny on national security, after he was repeatedly stopped from speaking in Parliament while citing former Army Chief General MM Naravane's "memoir". ... read..

"Dada said we will move forward together with everyone": Ajit Pawar's cousin remembers last call with late NCP chief

Baramati (Maharashtra) | February 4, 2026 1:50:46 PM IST

Late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Ajit Pawar's cousin, Shreejit Pawar, revealed about his last call with the NCP chief, stating that 'Dada' wanted to take people of all religions and castes together. ... read..

"They don't want House to function": Congress' KC Venugopal on disruptions in Parliament proceedings

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:50:40 PM IST

Congress MP KC Venugopal on Wednesday accused the ruling party of blocking parliamentary proceedings, saying the Opposition is ready to carry out business, but the government does not want the House to function. ... read..

"Using such language as now I am in BJP": Union MoS Ravneet Bittu hits back at Rahul Gandhi over "traitor" remark

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:50:36 PM IST

Union MoS for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu hit back at Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, over "traitor" remark, saying the Congress leader is using such language because he had quit the Congress and switched to the BJP. ... read..

"There's no evidence, will not resign": Karnataka Excise Minister RB Timmapur on BJP's corruption allegations

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 4, 2026 1:50:35 PM IST

Disagreeing with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) demand for his resignation over corruption allegations, Karnataka Excise Minister RB Timmapur on Wednesday said there was "no evidence" and that he "would not resign." ... read..

Telangana govt revokes Praneeth Kumar's DSP promotion over alleged phone tapping during BRS regime

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 4, 2026 1:50:28 PM IST

The Telangana government on Wednesday cancelled DSP Praneeth Kumar's promotion, citing his alleged involvement in phone tapping incident during the tenure of the BRS government in the state. ... read..

Vivek Oberoi moves Delhi HC to protect personality rights against AI misuse, fake endorsements

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:50:24 PM IST

Actor and Businessman Vivek Oberoi has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his publicity and personality rights, alleging large-scale misuse of his identity through fake social media accounts, unauthorised merchandise and AI-generated co ... read..

"If you break dignity, people will lose trust in democracy": Speaker Om Birla urges MPs against breaking House decorum

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:50:21 PM IST

The Lok Sabha was adjourned till 2 pm on Wednesday amid heavy sloganeering by Opposition members, with Speaker Om Birla urging them to follow parliamentary norms and not lower the dignity and traditions of the House while registering their protest. ... read..

"Successful in safeguarding interests of agriculture and dairy sectors": Piyush Goyal briefs Parliament on India-US trade deal

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:20:17 PM IST

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday assured Members of Parliament that India had successfully safeguarded the interests of the agriculture and dairy sectors in the trade deal with the United States. ... read..

"Karnataka has become ATM for Congress High Command": BJP's Vijayendra demands Excise Minister's resignation

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 4, 2026 1:20:15 PM IST

Karnataka BJP leader Vijayendra has demanded the resignation of Excise Minister RB Timmapur, alleging that the minister is involved in a massive Rs 6,000 crore excise scam. ... read..

YSRCP alleges CM Naidu behind attack on Ambati Rambabu's residence, office

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 1:20:11 PM IST

Ponnuru YSR Congress Party coordinator Ambati Murali accused Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu of allegedly orchestrating the attack on the residence and office of YSRCP Guntur district president Ambati Rambabu. ... read..

MHA amends recruitment rules for BSF Assistant Commandant (Official Language), raises age limit to 60

By Rajnish Singh New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:20:04 PM IST

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has notified amendments to the recruitment rules for the post of Assistant Commandant (Official Language) in the Border Security Force (BSF), revising eligibility criteria and raising the maximum age limit for deputation ... read..

Rahul Gandhi-Ravneet Bittu spar outside parliament, exchange "Traitor" vs "Desh Ke Dushman jibes

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 12:50:19 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister of State (MoS) for Railways, Ravneet Singh Bittu, on Wednesday engaged in an exchange of words outside the Parliament, with the Lok Sabha LoP calling Bittuu a "traitor." ... read..

UP: Minors clearly incluenced by Korean culture, says Trans-Hindon DCP on Ghaziabad suicide case

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 12:50:17 PM IST

Nimish Patil, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Trans-Hindon, on Thursday stated that the three minor girls who died in Ghaziabad, after jumping off the 9th floor of their residential building, were clearly influenced by Korean culture. ... read..

Andhra Pradesh government to appoint committee to probe Tirumala laddu adulteration

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 12:50:16 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav on Wednesday said the state government has decided to appoint a committee to investigate the Tirumala laddu adulteration controversy and decide on the next course of action against senior officials involved ... read..

SC advices ED to form SIT into alleged public funds syphoning case against Anil Ambani

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 12:50:14 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Wednesday advised the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT) and take the ongoing probe into allegations of siphoning of public funds against Anil Ambani and the companies linked to him, to its l ... read..

"Breakthrough achieved in second mountain tunnel in Palghar within 1 month": Ashwini Vaishnaw on bullet train project

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 12:50:11 PM IST

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project has achieved a major milestone with the successful breakthrough of the second mountain tunnel in Palghar district, Maharashtra, marking significant progress in India's first high-speed rail project. ... read..

"Don't think PM will have guts to come in Lok Sabha": Rahul Gandhi claims Gen Naravane's book exposes truth on Ladakh standoff

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 12:50:09 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the handling of the Ladakh standoff with China, alleging that the Prime Minister failed to take responsibility during a critical mo ... read..

"This is Parliament of India, you need to speak as per the rules": Kiren Rijiju on Rahul Gandhi's letter

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 12:20:25 PM IST

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi must follow parliamentary rules while speaking in the House. ... read..

"Complete dictatorship of PM Modi and central government": Congress leader Madhu Goud Yaskhi on LS row

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 4, 2026 12:20:23 PM IST

Congress leader Madhu Goud Yaskhi on Tuesday condemned the BJP-led central government for restricting the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi from speaking during the Motion of Thanks to the President's address. ... read..

"Not a deal but dheel": SP chief Akhilesh Yadav slams Centre over Trump's claims in India-US agreement

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 12:20:18 PM IST

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday slammed the Centre over the United States' claim that India may reduce tariffs to zero on certain American goods and purchase USD 500 billion of US energy, technology, agricultural, and coal products. ... read..

"US has nearly bought India...": Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut criticises India-US trade deal

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 12:20:14 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday criticised the India-US trade agreement, which reduced the previously imposed tariff of 50 per cent to 18 per cent, saying that with this trade deal, the United States has almost bought India. ... read..

"Crucial moment for pharma industry": CSIR-CDRI Director Radha Rangarajan on 'UP Pharma Conclave 1.0'

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 12:20:10 PM IST

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI) Director Radha Rangarajan stated that the 'Uttar Pradesh Pharma Conclave 1.0' is one of the most crucial moments of the pharmaceutical industry and plays a major r ... read..

MK Stalin targets Centre over 8 MPs' suspension, says "Why fear Rahul Gandhi's questions?"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 4, 2026 11:50:29 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday condemned the suspension of eight opposition MPs from the Lok Sabha. ... read..

"Parliament is temple of democracy, why fear debate?": Priyanka Gandhi

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 11:50:28 AM IST

Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday criticised the suspension of eight Opposition MPs of Lok Sabha, calling it a "fundamental issue of democracy" and accusing the ruling NDA of stifling dissent and debate in Parliament. ... read..

"Liar has become the LoP:" BJP's N Ramchander Rao hits out at Rahul Gandhi

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 4, 2026 11:50:26 AM IST

Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party Telangana on Wednesday slammed Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi for claiming that he was allegedly prevented from speaking in Parliament. ... read..

Opposition uproar forces LS adjournment till 12 pm, suspended MPs stage protest outside Parliament

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 11:50:19 AM IST

The Lok Sabha was adjourned on Wednesday amid heavy sloganeering by Opposition members over the suspension of eight opposition MPs a day earlier during the Budget Session. The session will resume at 12 pm. ... read..

Madras HC directs CB-CID to examine CCTV in Kavin Selvaganesh murder case

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 4, 2026 11:50:17 AM IST

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday directed the Crime Branch, Crime Investigation Department (CB-CID) to examine CCTV footage from the Tirunelveli-Seevalaperi stretch recorded on July 27, 2025, the day techie Kavin Selvaganesh, who belo ... read..

"Don't know if Indian PM or Trump Secy to speak in Parliament today": Congress' Kiaran Kumar Chamala attacks Centre over India-US deal

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 11:50:16 AM IST

Congress MP Kiran Kumar Chamala launched a sharp attack against Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, demanding clarity on the India-US trade deal. ... read..

"Where is evidence?": Priyank Kharge on BJP demanding Karnataka Excise Minister's resignation

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 4, 2026 11:50:12 AM IST

Karnataka Minister for Electronics Priyank Kharge on Wednesday criticised the Bhartiya Janata Party, saying that they lack solid evidence before seeking the resignation of Excise Minister RB Timmapur. ... read..

'36 hours passed but no details on trade deal': Jairam Ramesh seeks clarity on India-US agreement

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 11:20:08 AM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday demanded clarity on the details of the India-US trade deal, stating that a joint statement has not yet been issued. ... read..

BJP's R Ashoka alleges "biggest loot" in Karnataka Excise Department, demands RB Timmapur's resignation

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 4, 2026 11:20:03 AM IST

Amid the agitation against the Congress government in the Karnataka Assembly, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka on Wednesday alleged large-scale corruption in the Excise Department, claiming to have submitted eviden ... read..

DMK's Tiruchi Siva seeks parliamentary discussion on India-US deal, says 'Centre lacked respect for Parliament

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 10:50:35 AM IST

DMK MP Tiruchi Siva on Wednesday gave a Suspension of Business notice in the Rajya Sabha under Rule 267, seeking a discussion on the India-United States trade deal. ... read..

"Fadnavis has no right to speak on NCP merger": Sharad Pawar, says no 'political discussions' between factions

Baramati (Maharashtra) | February 4, 2026 10:50:33 AM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) chief Sharad Pawar on Wednesday said that discussions on a possible merger of the two NCP factions were held between Ajit Pawar and Jayant Patil, and not with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. ... read..

Punjab: Nakodar police foils planned firing incident, 2 arrestred in extortion case

Jalandhar (Punjab) | February 4, 2026 10:50:25 AM IST

Nakodar Police have successfully foiled a planned firing incident and apprehended two accused involved in an extortion and firing case linked to threats from foreign-based gang members. ... read..

Mamata Banerjee arrives at Supreme Court as apex court hears SIR matter

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 10:50:23 AM IST

Amid the row over the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls in the poll-bound West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday arrived at the Supreme Court as the apex court will hear the SIR matter today. The CM will appear before the ... read..

Ankita Bhandari case: CBI takes custody of relevant documents; expected to record complainant's statement

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 4, 2026 10:50:20 AM IST

Following the registration of a case against an unidentified VIP in the Ankita Bhandari murder case of September 2022 in Uttarakhand's Pauri Garhwal district, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has intensified its probe. ... read..

"EC should hoist BJP flag on its building": Akhilesh Yadav alleges agencies hired to forge voters' signatures during SIR

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 10:50:18 AM IST

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday alleged that the Election Commission of India has not yet taken action on complaints submitted by him regarding the alleged discrepancies in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in U ... read..

"This is untrue:" VD Satheesan denies attacking assembly staff amid Sabarimala Gold controversy protest

Thiruanathapuram (Kerala) | February 4, 2026 10:50:12 AM IST

Kerala Leader of the Opposition VD Satheesan on Wednesday denied attacking the watch-and-ward-staff during uproar in the state legislative assembly over the case of alleged theft of Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple gold. ... read..

Lucknow: Daughter of renowned poet Munawwar Rana allegedly given triple talaq by husband

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 10:20:51 AM IST

The daughter of renowned poet Munawwar Rana faced "triple talaq" by her husband in Lucknow. Afterwards, a case was registered for dowry harassment and assault at the Sadatganj police station. ... read..

Parliament Budget Session: Congress Lok Sabha MPs to meet to chalk out floor strategy today

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 10:20:48 AM IST

Congress Lok Sabha MPs will hold a meeting on Wednesday at the Congress Parliamentary Party office to chalk out the strategy for the Floor of the House during the ongoing Budget Session. ... read..

Ghaziabad: Three minor sisters dead after jumping from 9th floor building, porbe underway

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 10:20:42 AM IST

Three minor sisters died after jumping off the 9th floor of their residential building in Ghaziabad during the late hours of Tuesday. ... read..

Congress' Manish Tewari moves adjournment motion in LS, seeks discussion on India-US trade deal

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 10:20:40 AM IST

Congress MP Manish Tewari on Wednesday moved an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha, seeking a detailed discussion on the India-US trade deal, citing concerns over its economic, energy and foreign policy implications and calling it a matter of grave publi ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu offers prayers at Puri Jagannath temple

Puri (Odisha) | February 4, 2026 10:20:37 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu offered prayers at Jagannath temple in Puri, Odisha, on Wednesday. ... read..

Devnimori Buddha relics depart from Delhi for first-ever international exposition in Sri Lanka

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 10:20:33 AM IST

The holy Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha are taken to Sri Lanka for the first-ever international exposition on Wednesday morning. The holy relics will be placed at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo. ... read..

"Good gesture between India-US": BJD leader Debi Prasad Mishra lauds trade deal

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 4, 2026 10:20:32 AM IST

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader, Debi Prasad Mishra hailed the India-US trade agreement, calling it a "good gesture" between the two nations. ... read..

Delhi Police Cyber Cell cracks inter-state fraud syndicates, arrests 55

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 10:20:25 AM IST

The Cyber Police of Delhi Police's West District has carried out a major crackdown against inter-state cyber fraud syndicates, arresting 55 accused within just one month. ... read..

"Behaving in an irresponsible, undemocratic manner": Andhra Pradesh BJP President criticises YSRCP

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 9:50:20 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh BJP President P V N Madhav made strong remarks on the current political climate and the Union Budget while addressing the media in Visakhapatnam. ... read..

High-Powered Committee meeting on Ladakh at Home Ministry today

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 9:50:18 AM IST

A meeting of the High-Powered Committee (HPC) constituted for the Union Territory of Ladakh will be held here in the national capital on Wednesday afternoon. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Flocks of cormorants spotted at estuary coastal area near Thoothukudi port

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | February 4, 2026 9:50:17 AM IST

Large flocks of cormorants have been spotted in recent days at the estuary coastal area near Thoothukudi Port. ... read..

Nitin Nabin holds BJP West Bengal MPs' meeting at Union Minister Majumdar's residence

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 9:50:13 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin held a meeting with the party's West Bengal MPs at the residence of Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar in New Delhi and addressed their concerns. ... read..

"A very good roadmap has been created to enhance India's image globally...": Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav on Union Budget 2026-27

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 9:20:33 AM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday stated that the Union Budget 2026 is a roadmap to enhance India's image on a global scale and ensure India's role in the international landscape for a long time. ... read..

"Every member should have right to speak:" Priyanka Gandhi on suspension of eight MPs from Lok Sabha

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 9:20:28 AM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday condemned the suspension of eight opposition MPs from the Lok Sabha, asserting that every member should have the right to speak in a democracy. ... read..

Telangana DGP Shivaraj Reddy reviews security, law and order ahead of municipal polls

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 4, 2026 9:20:26 AM IST

Telangana DGP IPS Shivaraj Reddy held a video conference with police officials at the State DGP office in Hyderabad regarding security measures and law and order arrangements for the upcoming municipal elections. ... read..

Mother injured in Pune hit-and-run incident, says BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla

Pune (Maharashtra) | February 4, 2026 9:20:24 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said that his mother was "seriously injured" and will be undergoing surgery in an alleged hit-and-run incident in Maharashtra's Pune. ... read..

DGCA begins inquiry after Air India, IndiGo aircraft suffer wingtip collision during taxying at Mumbai Airport

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 4, 2026 9:20:19 AM IST

The DGCA has begun its inuquiry into an accident involving wing tips of two taxying aircraft at the Mumbai Airport on Tuesday night. An Air India Airbus A320 and an IndiGo A320, came into contact during ground movement, as per the Directorate General of C ... read..

DJB to supply water to Westend Green Farms after Delhi HC intervention

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 9:20:18 AM IST

After intervention by the Delhi High Court, the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has agreed to supply water to residents of Westend Green Farms Society, bringing an end to contempt proceedings initiated over non-compliance with earlier court directions. ... read..

BJP MLAs continue overnight protest in Karnataka Assembly, demand Excise Minister's resignation

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 4, 2026 9:20:16 AM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday continued its overnight protest inside the Vidhana Soudha, with Karnataka Leader of Opposition R Ashoka and party MLAs spending the night within the Assembly premises as part of their agitation against the Con ... read..

Parliament Budget Session: PM Modi to address Lok Sabha on motion 'Thanks to the President's address'

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 8:50:21 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 Wednesday. ... read..

Thick fog engulfs Delhi-NCR as air quality turns 'very poor', AQI stands at 312

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 8:50:16 AM IST

The national capital woke up to dense fog on Wednesday morning and witnessed a significant deterioration in its air quality. The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was 312 at approximately 7 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category. ... read..

Manish Tewari questions India-US trade deal, seeks govt clarity on USD 500 billion figure

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 8:50:14 AM IST

Congress MP Manish Tewari on Wednesday questioned the claims surrounding the India-US trade deal announced by US President Donald Trump. ... read..

Tremors felt in Kolkata after earthquake hits Myanmar, Bangladesh and Tibet

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 4, 2026 8:50:11 AM IST

Tremors were felt in parts of Kolkata following reports of an earthquake in neighbouring countries, such as Myanmar, Bangladesh and Tibet, on Tuesday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

Allahabad HC questions govt over the Bulldozer action, seeks clarity on SC guidelines

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 8:50:10 AM IST

The Allahabad High Court on Tuesday observed that punitive demolition of structures continues to take place in Uttar Pradesh despite the Supreme Court's November 2024 ruling that "bulldozer justice" is unacceptable under the law. ... read..

Questions raised over Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's demise: Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | February 4, 2026 8:50:08 AM IST

Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Tuesday said that several questions are being raised regarding the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, and demanded that the truth behind the incident be brought before the public. ... read..

Alive citizens are falsely marked dead: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee slams BJP over

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 7:49:58 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), following a meeting with families allegedly victimised by the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls ahead of the State Assembly Elections ... read..

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy reviews AIIMS Bibinagar work, says Ayush services to be available after completion

Yadadri Bhuvanagiri (Telangana) | February 4, 2026 6:49:46 AM IST

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy reviewed the progress of work at Telangana's AIIMS Bibinagar campus on Tuesday, pointing out that people will be able to access the Ayush Department for treatment once the hospital is completed. ... read..

J-K: Intelligence-based Op Kiya underway in Udhampur after contact with terrorists

Basantgarh (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 4, 2026 6:20:39 AM IST

The Indian Army is conducting an intelligence-based joint operation along with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district after contact was established with terrorists on Tuesday af ... read..

Assam Governor honours Bhutan's Queen Mother with 'Soldier of Humanity' award

Kokrajhar (Assam) | February 4, 2026 5:50:28 AM IST

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Tuesday attended the 22nd Upendra Nath Brahma 'Soldier of Humanity' Award, 2025, ceremony held at the Jwhwlao Nileswar Brahma Auditorium, Bodoland University, Kokrajhar. ... read..

Zero tariff puts farmers' future at risk, centre silent: Himachal Minister of Public Works Vikramaditya Singh

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 5:19:56 AM IST

Minister of Public Works and Urban Development in Himachal Pradesh, Vikramaditya Singh, on Tuesday stated that the prospect of a zero-import duty on agricultural products under a potential India-US trade agreement has placed the country's agrarian economy ... read..

Assam: 3 students missing after boat capsizes in Gangadhar River

Dhubri (Assam) | February 4, 2026 4:50:15 AM IST

A tragic boat accident was reported on Tuesday evening in the Gangadhar River near Belpara Char under the Tamarhat area of the Dhubri district of lower Assam. ... read..

Sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha reaches Delhi ahead of public veneration in Colombo

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 7:49:54 AM IST

The Sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha, scheduled to travel to Colombo, Sri Lanka, for public veneration from February 4 to 10, arrived at the National Museum in New Delhi on Tuesday. ... read..

BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh congratulates newly-elected Manipur Legislature Party leader Yumnam Khemchand Singh

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 3:50:17 AM IST

Following Yumnam Khemchand Singh being elected the BJP Legislature Party Leader of Manipur on Tuesday, BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh also congratulated the newly elected legislature party leader, wishing him a successful and impactful tenure. ... read..

Shab-e-Barat 2026: Devotees gather at Jammathul Saliheen Mosque in Coimbatore for prayers

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | February 4, 2026 3:50:13 AM IST

Shab-e-Barat was observed at Jammathul Shalihiheen Mosque in Coimbatore on Tuesday as many Muslims prayed for blessings and mercy. ... read..

Assam Rifles seize heroin worth Rs 60 lakh; one drug peddler apprehended

Cachar (Assam) | February 4, 2026 3:50:10 AM IST

Assam Rifles, in a well-coordinated joint operation with Cachar District Police, achieved a significant success against drug trafficking in the region on Monday, according to Headquarters Inspector General Assam Rifles (East). ... read..

Rajya Sabha continues discussion on motion of thanks on President's Address

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:50:18 AM IST

Rajya Sabha on Tuesday continued discussion on motion of thanks on the President's address with the members from treasury benches hailing achievements of the government and the opposition members accusing it not addressing problems concerning the common m ... read..

"Incorrect application" of force caused fuel switch to move from RUN to CUTOFF on Air India Boeing 787-8: DGCA

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:20:25 AM IST

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) released a rejoinder on Tuesday regarding the purported malfunction of the fuel cut-off switch on Air India Boeing B787-8 aircraft VT-ANX, which was identified by the crew on two occasions on January 1. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces annual financial assistance for two LPG cylinders for all ration card-holding families

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:20:23 AM IST

The Delhi Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, approved a scheme under which, from 2026, all ration card-holding families in Delhi will receive financial assistance equivalent to the cost of two LPG cylinders per year. ... read..

Eight opposition suspended for "unruly conduct" as Lok Sabha standoff intensifies; Rahul Gandhi writes to Speaker

New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:20:21 AM IST

The standoff between the opposition and government in Lok Sahha escalated today after eight opposition MPs were suspended for "unruly behaviour" and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the government of not allowing him to proceed with his speech on the ... read..

BJP, JD(S) protest in Karnataka Assembly seeking Excise Minister RB Timmapur's resignation over corruption allegations

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 4, 2026 1:50:11 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janata Dal (Secular) leaders staged a protest in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly house on Tuesday to demand the resignation of Excise Minister RB Timmapur for alleged corruption in his department. ... read..

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