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UP Budget 2026–27 a “decennial testament” to development: CM Yogi

In a post on 'X', CM Yogi said that "New Uttar Pradesh in a New India" has experienced unprecedented development and prosperity over the past ten years. Calling the upcoming budget a "decennial testament," the Chief Minister said it reflects his government's sustained commitment to the aspirations of the state's 25 crore citizens.

2026-02-11T03:16:50.841725+00:00 IST

Binoy Viswam rallies support for nationwide farmers' strike

CPI leader, Binoy Viswam, said, The primary slogan raised by farmers and trade unions is the withdrawal of the labour codes, which are not labour codes. It should be named as anti-labour codes.

2026-02-11T02:59:37.667655+00:00 IST

Rajasthan: Tragic road accident near Kailai on NH-21, six dead

A Swift Desire car and a trailer collided head-on on Tuesday night near Kailai on National Highway-21 in the Sikandra police station area of Dausa district. All six people in the car died in the accident. Chaos ensued at the scene. Four injured people were brought to Sikandra Hospital, and four were declared dead. One died at Dausa District Hospital, and one seriously injured died during treatment in Jaipur.

2026-02-11T02:58:07.213120+00:00 IST

VP of KSO Ukhrul Mercy Khongsai on Litan violence

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Khongsai stated that the violence began as a minor scuffle involving three or four intoxicated individuals, but was later misrepresented as a conflict between two communities. She stressed that the incident was not communal in nature and alleged that certain anti-social elements were attempting to give it a divisive narrative.

2026-02-11T02:45:34.352294+00:00 IST

Both Houses to further discuss Union Budget 2026-27 today

Both Houses of Parliament are scheduled to continue discussion on the Union Budget 2026-26 on Wednesday.

2026-02-11T02:43:03.796441+00:00 IST

Delhi air quality worsens, AQI hits 294 in 'poor' category

The air quality in the national capital deteriorated on Tuesday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) rising to 294, placing it in the 'poor' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

2026-02-11T02:36:23.364450+00:00 IST

Earthquake of 4.3 magnitude hits Bay of Bengal

A moderate earthquake measuring 4.3 on the Richter scale was recorded in the Bay of Bengal early Wednesday morning, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).

2026-02-11T01:32:27.539658+00:00 IST

Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police arrest three in digital fraud

The Cyber Crime Police, Hyderabad City, have arrested three individuals in connection with a digital arrest fraud case involving ₹1.07 crore

2026-02-11T01:30:53.610898+00:00 IST

Everyone is involved; things are much clearer: Manipur's Dy CM

The Deputy Chief Minister also spoke on the rising tensions in Litan Sareikhong village in Ukhrul district. Dikho said that the situation in Litan Sareikhong is now "much clearer" after a violent outbreak that saw the burning of houses and firing.

2026-02-11T01:01:10.678703+00:00 IST

Two buses catch fire in Pimpri-Chinchwad’s Nigdi area

According to the Fire Department, two buses were initially reported to be on fire, but it was later confirmed that a third bus had also caught fire.

2026-02-11T00:23:01.918140+00:00 IST

TDP MP seeks Social Media regulation, writes to Vaishnaw

TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu wrote a letter to Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlighting the alarming rate of social media addiction and its impact on minors.

2026-02-10T23:45:23.559669+00:00 IST

Delhi: 32-year-old dies after falling into open drain in Rohini

A 32-year-old man died after falling into an open drain in Rohini Sector 32, near Mahashakti Kali Temple, Delhi. Rescue operations were carried out by Delhi Police and fire service teams to recover the victim.

2026-02-10T23:43:39.950399+00:00 IST

Southern Command chief reviews Exercise Rudra Shakti at Pokhran

The exercise was designed to validate the Indian Army's preparedness to execute high-intensity, integrated operations in increasingly complex and evolving battlefield environments, according to a defence release in Pune, where the Southern Command is headquartered.

2026-02-10T23:07:30.279701+00:00 IST

CBI coordinates return of wanted fugitive Sombir Motta from USA

Motta, wanted by Haryana Police for offences related to murder and the use of firearms, was deported to India on February 10, 2026, and has been taken into custody by Haryana police.

2026-02-10T22:26:32.041114+00:00 IST

Department of Tourism unveils Goa Carnival 2026

The festivities will commence with the traditional Curtain Raiser on 13th February 2026 at Porvorim. The celebrations will then move to Panaji on 14th February 2026 with the ceremonial flag-off of the Carnival parade. On 15th February 2026, the vibrant celebrations will take place in Margao, followed by Vasco on 16th February 2026. The festivities will culminate on 17th February 2026 with grand celebrations at Mapusa and Morjim, taking the spirit of Carnival across North Goa.

2026-02-10T22:13:09.034264+00:00 IST

DRI Hyderabad seizes Tiger nails, canine teeth in Telangana, two traffickers detained

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) Hyderabad Zonal Unit conducted a successful operation on Monday, seizing seven tiger nails and three tiger canine teeth from individuals reportedly involved in the illegal trade of wildlife articles.

2026-02-10T21:31:11.933250+00:00 IST

Pune court rejects bail plea of Sheetal Tejwani in land scam case

A Pune sessions court has rejected the bail application of Sheetal Kisanchand Tejwani, accused in an alleged large-scale land scam involving protected government land, citing prima facie evidence of her involvement and the serious nature of the offence.

2026-02-10T20:20:02.099598+00:00 IST

“India has been forced to concede more than what it got”: Jairam

Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday reiterated his criticism of the India-US interim trade agreement, stating that New Delhi has been "forced to concede more to Washington than it has got".

2026-02-10T20:00:36.083976+00:00 IST

Lok Sabha may discuss motion to remove Speaker on Mar 9

The discussion on the motion to remove the Speaker is likely to take place on March 9, the first day of the second part of the Budget Session, according to the Lok Sabha Secretariat sources.

2026-02-10T20:00:05.333273+00:00 IST

Anything in the public domain is publication: K Chidambaram

The Congress MP hit out at Penguin Random House, saying that if the publisher has an issue with parts of the book being alluded to, then it should file a copyright infringement case. He further defended Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi, saying only Naravane can disavow the book's contents, adding that Naravane hasn't.

2026-02-10T19:31:53.793735+00:00 IST

BJP blames Revanth Reddy govt: Subhash on death of BJP candidate

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Spokesperson NV Subhash on Tuesday blamed the Revanth Reddy-led Congress government for the suicide of a BJP municipal candidate in Makthal municipality.

2026-02-10T19:16:42.808242+00:00 IST