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Priyanka Chaturvedi criticises India-US trade agreement

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Saturday slammed the Centre over the India-US interim trade agreement, calling the deal an "order" from Washington DC.

2026-02-07T03:13:17.794636+00:00 IST

Delhi's air quality improves, AQI recorded at 213

The national capital on Saturday witnessed a slight improvement in the air quality, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) standing at 213 at 8, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.

2026-02-07T03:10:16.655460+00:00 IST

Congress Leader Manish Tewari Calls for Parliament Debate

Congress leader Manish Tewari has raised concerns about the wording of the February 6, 2026, Indo-US Joint Statement, saying it implies significant concessions by India on industrial and agricultural tariffs to the United States. Manish Tewari said that a specific sentence regarding the elimination or reduction of tariffs on all U.S. industrial goods merits a full parliamentary discussion due to its potentially "portentous implications". He highlighted that the phrasing for the industrial sector appears "wide open," and the agricultural reference includes "not limited to," suggesting potential unilateral concessions already made in the 2026 Finance Bill.

2026-02-07T03:04:40.347479+00:00 IST

Dairy, fruits, vegetables, spices, protected in India-US deal

Union Commerce Minister on Saturday said that dairy, fruits, vegetables, spices, and other grains have been protected in the India-US trade deal to safeguard the interests of domestic farmers.

2026-02-07T02:59:38.271276+00:00 IST

"Reflects growing trust and dynamism in partnership," PM Modi hai

PM Modi welcomed the announcement of the framework of a bilateral trade agreement between India and the United States.

2026-02-07T02:57:10.800582+00:00 IST

Union Minister Jayant Singh hails India-US trade deal

Union Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Singh on Saturday stressed that the farmers of the nation know that the economic progress, growth, and development in the sector is possible only through law, order, and science, after the India-US trade agreement.

2026-02-07T02:52:03.696352+00:00 IST

"Committed to negotiating broader US-India BTA": FM Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday hailed the India-United States interim trade deal, expressing commitment to bilateral ties.

2026-02-07T02:40:26.099092+00:00 IST

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Centre aims to boost annual foreign student admissions to 2 lakh

The Centre has set a target to increase the yearly intake of foreign students in Indian higher education institutions to two lakh by 2030, said officials at the education ministry on Tuesday, underscoring New Delhi's efforts to make India a more attractive destination for global learners.

2026-03-03T12:44:36.012022+00:00 IST

Assam CM offers prayers at Batadrava Than on first day of Holi

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday visited Batadrava Than on the first day of Falgu Utsav (Holi) and offered prayers to Gurujona Srimanta Sankardev.

2026-03-03T12:29:56.189450+00:00 IST

J-K: Kashmir apple farmers explore lavender, beekeeping

The initiative aims to enhance farm income, ecological sustainability, and reduce dependency on a single crop.

2026-03-03T12:20:42.397397+00:00 IST

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APCC meets CEC Gyanesh Kumar, urged for free, fair assembly polls

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) on Tuesday met Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar during his visit to Guwahati and submitted a series of complaints ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.

2026-02-17T16:44:00.237227+00:00 IST

Karnataka Congress submits Memorandum to State EC over voter list

A delegation of Congress leaders led by Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday submitted a memorandum to the State Election Commissioner to rectify the lapses in voter list revision in view of the upcoming local body elections.

2026-02-17T16:43:10.867981+00:00 IST

Process underway, won’t have to wait much longer: J-K CM

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said that the process for restoration of statehood to the Union Territory is underway, but has taken longer than expected, expressing hope that the wait may not be much longer.

2026-02-17T16:08:32.209356+00:00 IST

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Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh awards Unit Cit

The citation recognises the unit's outstanding performance, devotion to duty, operational efficiency and acts of bravery in the Eastern Ladakh sector along the India-China border.

2026-02-07T02:39:33.052618+00:00 IST

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PM Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 inspires youth: Tripura CM

He said this after watching Pariksha Pe Charcha by Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with the students of Bardowali School today.

2026-02-07T01:37:50.304496+00:00 IST

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Piyush Goyal lauds India-US interim trade agreement

In an 'X' post, Goyal stated that an agreement would significantly boost exports and create lakhs of new jobs, especially for women and youth.

2026-02-07T01:24:40.251053+00:00 IST

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President Murmu congratulates Team India on winning sixth U19 WC

In a post on X, President Murmu praised the players for remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament and wished them a bright future.

2026-02-07T01:13:12.363844+00:00 IST

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Rs 20,000 crore allocated for Hyderabad city: Telangana Dy CM

Several works under this allocation have already been completed, while many others are currently in progress. He said that such a massive allocation of funds, exclusively for Hyderabad's development, has never occurred in the state's history.

2026-02-07T01:08:10.246882+00:00 IST

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Gujarat CM participates in Prakruti Prem Bhagwat Katha-Gyan event

This event is being held from Sunday, February 1 to 6, in collaboration with the Nature First Foundation and nature lovers, to raise environmental awareness in Gandhinagar.

2026-02-07T01:07:46.329529+00:00 IST

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Amit Shah reviews security arrangements in Jammu and Kashmir

In an 'X' post, Shah said he discussed various innovative measures to further reinforce the watertight security cordon, and that efforts for de-radicalisation have seen major success, accelerating the government's vision for a terror-free J&K.

2026-02-07T01:06:35.001522+00:00 IST

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Ram Mohan Naidu on Tirupati laddu adulteration issue

He maintained that the investigation is proceeding in line with court directions and that the facts are now in the public domain.

2026-02-07T00:13:32.503640+00:00 IST

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Owaisi slams PM Modi over young population remark

Speaking at a public rally in Nizamabad on Friday, Owaisi said he was listening to PM Modi highlight that populations across the world are ageing, while India still has a predominantly young population.

2026-02-06T23:36:48.538828+00:00 IST

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Ramchander Rao slams Revanth Reddy's Muslim reservation remarks

Rao alleged that the CM is following the ideological path laid down by Mohammad Ali Jinnah's "infamous 14 Points of 1929", suggesting that the Congress party's agenda in Telangana is now apparent.

2026-02-06T23:35:40.324204+00:00 IST

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Kerala government issues order reaffirming NPR

Kerala had already ordered in 2019 that all procedures related to the National Population Register should be halted and that NPR would not be conducted alongside the census. The LDF government has consistently maintained this declared position.

2026-02-06T22:57:24.893153+00:00 IST

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27-year-old man shot in head in Sangam Vihar

A PCR call regarding a gunshot injury was received at PS Sangam Vihar. Immediately, the staff arrived at the site. The injured was identified as Ravinder, son of Prahlad, age 27 yrs, living in Gali no 3 of Sangam Vihar, who had received a single gunshot injury on his head.

2026-02-06T22:41:51.059997+00:00 IST

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Telangana CM vows to protect 4% minority reservation

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Friday reaffirmed his government's commitment to safeguarding the 4 per cent reservation for minorities in the state, asserting that the Congress has always supported the community whenever their needs arose.

2026-02-06T21:50:44.719749+00:00 IST

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Pappu Yadav after police arrest in 1995 case

The arrest followed high drama at his Patna residence, where police arrived to take him into custody. Speaking to reporters, Yadav said he was unwell and expressed fear about his safety.

2026-02-06T20:38:15.746179+00:00 IST