Two specific pictures of Mamata Banerjee shortlisted for use in Trinamool programmes
West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress leadership has shortlisted two pictures of party supremo and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for use in various party programmes, including organisational and public meetings. One picture features a superimposed smiling face of the Chief Minister, while the other
Hold discussion on ethnic situation in Manipur, says CM Biren Singh
Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Monday urged all stakeholders, including academicians, to engage in a thorough discussion on the current ethnic situation in the state. Speaking at the inauguration of the Art and Culture building and an Open Gym at Manipur
Delhi CM Atishi booked for violating MCC; her supporters for attacking police
The Delhi Police registered two cases on Tuesday—one against Chief Minister Atishi for violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and another against her supporters for obstructing government work and attacking police. CM Atishi’s convoy of 10 vehicles, carrying 50-60 supporters, reached Fateh
FM Sitharaman to hold post-budget meeting with RBI top brass on Feb 8
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to address the Reserve Bank of India’s central board on February 8 in a post-budget meeting aimed at coordinating fiscal and monetary measures to boost GDP growth. The meeting will take place a day after the RBI
Trump delays Mexico tariff hike by a month, talks of ‘deal’ coming
US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the tariff hikes on Mexico will be delayed by a month, signaling that a “deal” could be in the works. Conversations with Canada are also ongoing, as Trump spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
USAID programmes good, but agency’s attitude is not: Marco Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday left the door open for the US Agency for International Development (USAID) to continue its operations, but emphasized that the agency needs to reform and align its policies with the priorities of the administration and
After Mexico, Canada buys itself a reprieve from Trump’s tariff hikes
Tariff hikes on Canada have been delayed by a month after it secured a brief reprieve by promising to allocate $1.3 billion towards measures to curb the flow of drugs and undocumented migrants into the US through the northern border. Mexico had previously
CM Yogi to visit Maha Kumbh and review security arrangements
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to visit Prayagraj on Tuesday to participate in various programmes and review security arrangements for the ongoing Maha Kumbh. During his visit, the Chief Minister will offer prayers at Sangam Nose, Akshayvat, and Hanuman Temple.
DMK and NTK engage in silent door-to-door campaigning ahead of Erode East bypolls
As the campaigning for the Erode East bypoll officially ended at 6 p.m. on Monday, cadres of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) have shifted their focus to silent door-to-door voter outreach. The by-election, scheduled for February 5,
US tariffs spark criticism and economic concerns in Germany
US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China has drawn criticism and concern in Germany, with fears of economic fallout and rising consumer costs. On Saturday, Trump ordered a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and
Amit Shah to lead major BJP campaign rallies across Delhi today
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will address multiple public gatherings across Delhi on Monday as part of the BJP’s ongoing campaign for the upcoming Assembly elections on February 5. The events will be held in key constituencies, aiming to strengthen the party’s outreach
Preparations for PM Modi’s US visit after Paris AI summit in final stages
India and the United States are finalizing plans for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Washington this month, which is expected to take place immediately after his participation in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in Paris on February 10-11. A White House
PM Modi Hails Union Budget 2025 as a Major Relief for the Middle Class
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday praised the Union Budget 2025, emphasizing that it not only addresses India’s current needs but also lays a strong foundation for future growth. He highlighted the Budget’s benefits for the middle class, farmers, and entrepreneurs, calling it
Middle Class Celebrates as Union Budget Exempts Income Tax for Earnings Up to ₹12 Lakh
In a historic move, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her eighth consecutive Union Budget on Saturday, focusing on growth through four key sectors: agriculture, MSMEs, investment, and exports. In a major relief for taxpayers, she announced that individuals earning up to ₹12 lakh
Budget Brings Cheer to Delhi Voters with Key Announcements
The Narendra Modi government, while adhering to the Election Commission of India’s directive to avoid announcing Delhi-specific schemes in the Union Budget 2025-26, has still provided voters in the election-bound city with several reasons to cheer. Beyond the tax exemption for the middle
Trump criticises Biden administration, DEI policies after aircraft collision
US President Donald Trump has sharply criticized the Biden administration and its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies following a tragic mid-air collision between an American Airlines regional jet and a US Army helicopter on Wednesday night near Washington, D.C. The crash, which
De-dollarisation: President Trump threatens BRICS with 100% tariffs
President Donald Trump strongly opposed the de-dollarisation efforts of BRICS nations on Friday, warning them of 100% tariffs on their exports if they attempt to replace the US dollar as the primary currency in global trade. Trump reiterated his stance that the US
EAM Jaishankar appreciates Odisha CM for the successful PBD 2025
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has expressed his gratitude to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi for the successful hosting of the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) in Bhubaneswar from January 8-10, 2025. In a letter to the Chief Minister, Jaishankar commended the
US DoJ indictment against Adani a ‘strategic blunder,’ risks damaging India-US ties: Forbes article
The US Department of Justice’s (DoJ) indictment of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani is a strategic blunder with severe geopolitical consequences, leading American publication Forbes has said. In an article titled “The US Harms The West’s Alliances With A Far-Flung Indictment In India”, the
Monitoring the Washington plane crash, says Trump
US President Donald Trump stated that he is monitoring the plane crash that occurred over the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport in Washington. “I have been fully briefed on the terrible accident which just took place at Reagan National Airport. May God