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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah presented a ₹4.48 lakh crore Budget for 2026-27, his 17th. The Budget projects a ₹22,957 crore revenue deficit. Key measures include upgrading minority schools, laptops for 5,000 students, ₹100 crore for Jain, Buddhist and Sikh communities, self-employment subsidies, and development of Waqf properties under the PPP model.
“Mrithyunjay” is a decent crime thriller with a simple, straightforward plot. Sree Vishnu impresses in a new genre, supported ably by Reba Monica and Veer Aaryan. The 2nd half, featuring the hero and villain’s strategic battle, is engaging, though a weaker first half slightly lessens the film’s overall impact. Fans of honest thrillers can try […]
2 Indian Air Force pilots, Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, were killed after a Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighter jet crashed in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district last night. The jet, on a training mission from Jorhat airbase, went missing at 7:42 PM and reportedly crashed in a remote hilly area, producing a loud […]
The Enforcement Directorate launched raids today at 10-12 Mumbai locations linked to Anil Ambani and Reliance Power Ltd., deploying about 15 specialized teams. Targeting offices and residences, the action forms part of a broader investigation into alleged financial irregularities, money laundering, and suspicious fund transfers involving the power company.
The US tested its nuclear-capable Minuteman III “doomsday” missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base, capable of striking anywhere on Earth. Equipped with two reentry vehicles, the launch aimed to collect data on accuracy and reliability. The test coincides with escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict.
5 people, including a woman, died and 2 were injured in a road accident at Phulparas, Madhubani, Bihar, today, police said. An SUV carrying them rammed into a truck. One person died on the spot, while 4 others succumbed to injuries during treatment. The injured are being treated, and all deceased are reportedly from Haryana, […]
Telangana Jagruthi president K Kavitha announced she will launch a new political party within two months, seeking Lord Balaji’s blessings during her Tirupati visit. She urged proper preparation of the temple laddu amid recent rumours. Recently, a Delhi court discharged her, Arvind Kejriwal, and others in the liquor policy case, citing no criminal intent.
The Maharashtra CID questioned VK Singh, owner of VSR Ventures, which operated the Learjet 45 that crashed near Baramati on January 28, killing deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others. Investigators are probing possible sabotage or negligence. Jay Pawar demanded grounding of all VSR aircraft, citing a video allegedly showing the chief pilot dozing mid-flight.
BJP national president Nitin Nabin filed his Rajya Sabha nomination today, accompanied by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, and other leaders, marking a major political show of strength. The BJP also nominated Shivesh Kumar, while RLM chief Upendra Kushwaha joined as an NDA candidate. Five Bihar RS seats are up for […]
PM Modi said India and Finland are strengthening ties through a strategic partnership in digitalisation and sustainability. After talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, he highlighted cooperation in AI, 6G, clean energy, and quantum computing. He said the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement will boost trade, investment, and technology collaboration.
The Kerala High Court today declined to entertain a PIL seeking to change the title of the film “The Kerala Story 2-Goes Beyond.” The bench criticized remarks made against a division bench that cleared the film’s release. Petitioners later apologized, and the court allowed them to file a fresh plea after removing the objectionable portions.
Delhi Traffic Police booked over 1,200 motorists for drunk driving during a special Holi enforcement drive across the city. Data showed 1,204 challans for drunken driving and 3,725 for other violations. The western range reported the highest cases. Police set up checkpoints and breath analyser tests, urging citizens to celebrate responsibly and follow traffic rules.
In Nagpur, Maharashtra, a four-year-old boy suffered severe burns after his grandmother, Sindhu Thackeray, poured boiling water on him during Holi celebrations. CCTV footage showed the child splashing colored water on her, prompting the attack. He sustained burns over 45% of his lower body while another woman tried to cool him with normal water.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a DANICS officer’s plea challenging a disciplinary penalty over a 2016 land acquisition order allowing a ₹3.26 crore refund. Upholding the CAT decision, the court cited delay in filing and said the officer lacked authority to reverse acquisition proceedings. It found no procedural illegality and rejected claims of discrimination.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to file his Rajya Sabha nomination today, triggering speculation about his successor. BJP leader Nitin Nabin will also file papers, with Amit Shah expected in Patna. If Kumar shifts to Parliament, a BJP leader may become Bihar’s first BJP Chief Minister, while his son Nishant Kumar may debut […]