India and the EU announced a landmark free trade deal, easing tariffs on over 90% of goods, including luxury cars. The agreement strengthens India-Europe ties, diversifies trade beyond the US and China, and counters Trump’s tariff pressures. PM Modi navigated global tensions, securing benefits for India while signaling independence from coercive US trade tactics.
Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan faced fresh hurdles after the Madras High Court Division Bench set aside the single judge’s order directing CBFC to issue a U/A certificate. The court ordered fresh consideration, dimming February release hopes. With ongoing legal battles and Tamil Nadu elections expected mid-summer, the film may now release only after polls.
Ayodhya Deputy GST Commissioner Prashant Kumar Singh resigned supporting the UP government amid the Shankaracharya row. He said officials cannot stay silent when the government is attacked and criticized Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand for false claims. Singh added his resignation is not politically motivated and he won’t join politics.
The Election Commission announced Telangana municipal elections on February 11. Re polling, if required, will be held on February 12. Results will be declared on February 13. Nominations begin tomorrow and continue until January 30. Around 53 lakh voters across the state are eligible to cast their vote in these elections as part of the […]
Nearly 23,830 Indians were caught at US borders in 2025, averaging one detention every 20 minutes, according to reports. Though lower than 2024 figures, India remains a leading source of illegal entrants. Notably, more Indians are now attempting entry via the Canadian border rather than Mexico, highlighting shifting migration patterns and ongoing challenges.
Indian equities closed higher after a rally on Tuesday, tracking optimism over the India–EU trade pact. The Sensex jumped 320 points in the last hour to end at 81,857, while Nifty 50 rose 127 points to 25,175. Metals outperformed, led by Tata Steel, NTPC and Axis Bank, as M&M, Asian Paints and Kotak Bank dragged.
In Telangana’s Kamareddy district, a 14-year-old girl, Sangeetha, died after falling from an auto-rickshaw carrying benches for Republic Day celebrations at Borlam Gurukul Social Welfare Girls’ Residential School. The principal and driver were booked for negligence under BNS Section 106(1) following a complaint by her parents. 3 other students were injured.
PM Narendra Modi said the proposed India–EU free trade agreement will boost manufacturing, services, and investor confidence. A key highlight is the likely reduction of import duty on luxury cars from 110% to 40%, making brands like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, and Ferrari more affordable in India while strengthening bilateral investment ties.
In a touching incident from Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, a loyal dog stood guard over its owner’s body for four days in freezing cold. The man, who died while attending an emergency, was protected by his companion from wild animals, with the dog even keeping rescue workers at bay initially. The story of unwavering loyalty […]
UAE-based ADNH company and Telangana’s GTM organization are organizing a free visa recruitment rally for workers who want to go to the UAE. The rally will be held at four places in February. Interviews are scheduled on February 6 and 7 in Jagtial, Sircilla, Nizamabad, and Armur. Interested candidates can call the provided phone numbers […]