New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Finance Minister for presenting what he described as a “comprehensive and visionary” Union Budget, stating that it lays out a clear roadmap for India’s economic transformation. PM said the Budget reflects the government’s long-term commitment to inclusive growth, infrastructure expansion, innovation, and fiscal stability, while addressing the Read More…
New Delhi: The Lok Sabha on Thursday witnessed a detailed debate on the Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introduced by Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, aimed at preventing misinterpretation and legal confusion surrounding the repeal of earlier labour laws. The amendment seeks to clarify provisions under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, which Read More…
The Indian government has reportedly cleared a massive ₹3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets, significantly boosting the Indian Air Force’s combat strength. The approval marks a major step toward addressing the IAF’s declining squadron numbers while enhancing India’s air superiority capabilities amid evolving regional security challenges. Under the proposed agreement, only a Read More…
New Delhi: The Centre has spent ₹462.58 crore on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign visits between 2021 and 2025, covering engagements across 43 countries, official data reveals. The United States accounted for the largest share of expenditure, with nearly 16% of the total — about ₹74.4 crore — spent on four visits alone. Japan and Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the newly constructed Seva Teerth complex along with Kartavya Bhavan-1 and Kartavya Bhavan-2 on February 13, marking a significant step in the Centre’s push toward modern, integrated governance. The new facilities are part of the government’s broader vision to streamline administrative functioning and enhance coordination among key Read More…
New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has firmly dismissed Opposition allegations of a reduction in states’ share of tax revenue, assuring the Lok Sabha that the Centre remains fully committed to the Finance Commission’s recommendations. Replying to the Budget 2026–27 discussion, she stated that a substantial ₹25.44 lakh crore is estimated to be transferred Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spotlighted carbon capture technology as a game-changer for India’s steel sector, sharing an insightful article on how innovation can power the industry’s next big transformation. Emphasizing the importance of sustainable growth, the Prime Minister noted that strategic investments in carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), along with green hydrogen initiatives, Read More…
The Government of India has directed social media platforms to remove unlawful and harmful content within three hours of receiving official notice. The new rule, notified on February 10, 2026, significantly reduces the earlier 36-hour compliance window under the IT Rules, 2021. Platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X must act swiftly on flagged Read More…
New Delhi: In a significant move to combat the growing menace of “digital arrest” and online frauds, the Centre has informed the Supreme Court that platforms such as WhatsApp may soon require mandatory SIM-based verification. The submission was made in a suo motu case taken up by the apex court amid rising concerns over large-scale Read More…
A revised factsheet released by the White House on the proposed India–US trade deal has drawn fresh attention — and fresh doubts — over the real shape of the agreement. Changes highlighted in the document include references to India’s digital services tax, tariffs on pulses, and a headline-grabbing $500 billion investment commitment, but without sufficient Read More…