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Very good uptake expected in Agri exports to US after Trade Deal: APEDA Ch
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India is poised to see a significant surge in agricultural and organic product exports to the United States following the interim trade agreement, with the competitive 18% tariff rate providing Indian exporters a decisive edge in the American market, said Abhishek Dev, Chairman of the Agr
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West Bengal at centre of Purvodaya strategy: Sitharaman rejects allegation
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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said that West Bengal has been placed at the centre of the Union Budget 2026-27 under the government's 'Purvodaya' (Rise of the East) strategy, rejecting allegations that the state did not find mention in the Budget.
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"Wherever Communists are in power, financial condition of that state deter
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Replying to the debate on Union Budget in Lok Sabha, she slammed the CPI-M led government in Kerala over law and order situation.
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Tourism Malaysia holds Sales Mission 2026 in Coimbatore
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The programme brought together 49 sellers from Malaysia and key travel trade partners from Coimbatore and the wider Kongu region, strengthening Malaysia's engagement with one of South India's strongest outbound leisure and business travel markets.
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Oscar nominees come under one roof for Academy's annual class photo
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On Tuesday, February 10, nominees for the 98th Annual Academy Awards assembled at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles for the annual nominees luncheon, culminating in the traditional class photo.
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European Parliament approves EUR90 billion loan package to support Ukraine
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In a vote held on Wednesday, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) adopted three legislative proposals enabling the EU to provide financial assistance to Ukraine for 2026 and 2027, designed to address Ukraine's urgent financing needs as the conflict enters its fifth year.
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India-US interim trade deal will 'hurt our farmers', says SP MP Dimple Yad
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Echoing similar sentiments, SP MP Anand Bhadauriya termed the Budget "hollow". "We had initially hoped that the budget would be a good one, but a hollow budget was presented. The opposition raised questions in the House, but the Finance Minister did not give a meaningful response to any o
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Mission Olympic cell backs targeted international exposure for taekwondo,
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In a significant push to strengthen India's combat sports pipeline, the Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) has given a go-ahead to customised international exposure and coaching support for athletes in taekwondo and karate, ahead of the Asian Games 2026
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India shines as 'Country of the Year' at BIOFACH Germany 2026, showcasing
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"Trade visitors are being provided insights into Indian organic products, value creation models and partnership opportunities, as per the ministry"
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AI to move from access to outcomes: Dharmendra Pradhan ahead of Bharat Bod
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The Ministry of Education will host the Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026 on February 12 to February 13 at Bharat Mandapam, bringing together policymakers, researchers and industry leaders to chart the next phase of AI-driven education reform.
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41% share of taxes devolved to States, estimated at Rs 25.44 lakh crore fo
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"In the coming year, the States' share is estimated at Rs 25.44 lakh crore, which is devolved to them, an increase of Rs 2.7 lakh crore from last year," she said while replying to the debate in the Lok Sabha on the Union Budget 2026-27. She cited the 16th Finance Commission and said it ha
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"Meet PM Modi over revenue deficit issue, instead of targeting me": CM Suk
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He emphasised that this abolition of RDG would deprive the state of approximately Rs 10,000 crore annually between 2026 and 2031, effectively stripping the people of their rightful dues. The Chief Minister remarked that, "Instead of targeting me, BJP leaders should approach the Prime Mini
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