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Syria’s interim president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, made his first foreign trip to Saudi Arabia, signaling a potential pivot away from Iran. Al-Sharaa, leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has distanced himself from Iran and Russia, seeking to rebuild Syria with Western support. Saudi Arabia, having restored ties with Damascus, aims to help lift sanctions, crucial for […]
Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan praised the Union Budget, calling it the people’s budget. He mentioned that amendments have been made to the UDAN scheme, including plans to develop new airports in smaller states. He also highlighted potential locations for new airports in Nellore, Kuppam, and Srikakulam.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan emphasized that environmental protection is a shared responsibility. On the occasion of World Wetlands Day, he tweeted, “Wetland soils play a crucial role in valuable environmental systems in nature. Andhra Pradesh has over 25,000 acres of wetlands, and the govt is working to prevent encroachments.”
The 2025 Royal Rumble event shocked fans worldwide, with Charlotte Flair returning to win the women’s title. However, the biggest surprise came when Jey Uso defeated John Cena in his final Royal Rumble appearance. As Cena fell from the ring, he stood still for a moment in disbelief, realizing his dream of a third Royal […]
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced refreshed income tax slabs in Budget 2025. Key changes include no tax on income up to Rs 12 lakh and a standard deduction for salaried individuals. New tax slabs range from 0% to 30%. For example, a Rs 12 lakh income sees an Rs 80,000 tax benefit. The government continues […]
Hamas released two Israeli hostages, Ofer Kalderon and Yarden Bibas, on Saturday in the fourth exchange of a ceasefire deal, with a third, Keith Siegel, set to be freed soon. The release comes ahead of the expected freeing of 183 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. The hostages were handed over to the Red Cross.
BRS MLC Kavitha criticized the Union Budget, alleging that Telangana received no funds despite electing eight MPs each from BJP and Congress. In a social media post, she questioned whether it was a “Budget” or “Budget Neglect.” Telangana’s Lok Sabha seats were split between BJP and Congress, with BRS failing to secure any seats. Owaisi […]
In the Union Budget 2025-26, Nirmala Sitharaman announced the creation of a Makhana Board to boost production, processing, and marketing of foxnuts in Bihar. The initiative aims to enhance market linkages and farmer returns. The budget also included projects like the Western Kosi Canal and IIT Patna expansion, benefiting the state.
PM Modi was earlier scheduled to visit the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Feb 5. Now, Modi’s visit is likely to be postponed to some other day, as per PMO sources. It is known that PM Modi also offered his heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their family members in the recent tragic […]
Union Finance Minister Nirmala has announced that loans will be granted to housewives as part of the PM Mudra Loan Scheme expansion. The infant loan was Rs. 50,000, the Kishore loan was upto Rs. 5 lakhs, and the Tarun loan was Rs. 5-10 lakh. Now, the Tarun Plus category will be introduced, and lending up […]
Opposition MPs, including from Akhilesh Yadav’s Samajwadi Party, walked out as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2025. They protested, demanding a discussion on the Prayagraj stampede that killed 30 people. Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP-led government, calling for the Army to manage the Maha Kumbh event in Uttar Pradesh.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the ‘Dhan Dhyan Krishi’ scheme in Budget 2025-26, aimed at benefiting over 1 crore farmers. The scheme will focus on 100 districts with low yields and below-average credit parameters. Sitharaman emphasized India’s position as the fastest-growing economy, calling the next 5 years a unique growth opportunity.
Ex Chief Election Commissioner Navin Chawla passed away at 79, confirmed ex-CEC SY Quraishi. Chawla, who served as Election Commissioner from 2005-2009 and CEC from 2009-2010, had recently undergone brain surgery. Quraishi expressed his condolences, recalling Chawla as cheerful during their last meeting. An Election Commission official also confirmed the news.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has kickstarted her budget speech with famous Telugu poet Gurajada Apparao’s poem. She chanted Gurajada’s famous poem ‘Desamante Mattikadovi… Desamante Manasulovi.’ Apparao wrote the play was considered the greatest play in the Telugu language, and he holds the title of ‘Kavisekhara’.
Lily Collins and Charlie McDowell joyfully announced the arrival of their first child, a baby girl named Tove Jane McDowell, born via surrogacy. Lily shared a glimpse of their baby on Instagram, expressing immense gratitude to their surrogate and supporters, saying, “We love you to the moon and back.”