India’s latest Economic Survey 2025–26 has delivered a sharp warning on the growing influence of social media platforms, branding many of them as “predatory by design” and opening the door to age-based restrictions on online access, especially for children and adolescents. Presented by Chief Economic Adviser V. Anantha Nageswaran, the survey flags rising digital addiction, Read More…
New Delhi: Kerala has made a strong and stylish return to the Republic Day celebrations, clinching the third prize for its tableau at the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi, after a two-year absence from the prestigious event. The award-winning tableau beautifully showcased Kerala’s rich cultural heritage, social progress, and inclusive development model, drawing loud Read More…
The Union Budget 2026 has projected India’s GDP growth for FY27 at 7.4%, reflecting strong confidence in the country’s economic momentum despite global uncertainties. The estimate underscores the government’s optimism about sustained growth driven by higher capital expenditure, infrastructure expansion, and steady domestic consumption. According to budget documents, key growth drivers include continued investment in Read More…
Veteran Maharashtra leader and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was cremated with full state honours at his native village Katewadi, as thousands of mourners gathered to bid an emotional farewell. Chants of “Ajit Dada amar rahe” echoed through the village when his mortal remains, draped in the national flag, were brought to the cremation ground. Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Israel on February 27, marking another significant step in India’s growing engagement with the Middle East. The visit is expected to focus on strengthening the strategic partnership between India and Israel, which has expanded steadily across multiple sectors in recent years. During the visit, Prime Minister Modi is Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday lauded the century-long legacy of the Arya Vaidya Sala Charitable Hospital, describing it as a shining example of India’s timeless healthcare wisdom blended with modern service values. Addressing the hospital’s centenary celebrations, the Prime Minister praised the institution’s unwavering commitment to charity, ethical medical practice, and the global promotion Read More…
New Delhi: Reaffirming the Centre’s focus on inclusive growth, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said the Union government is firmly committed to ensuring social justice, highlighting that nearly 25 crore (250 million) Indians have been lifted out of poverty in the last decade. Addressing a joint sitting of Parliament, she noted that around 95 crore Read More…
Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar (66) was killed in a tragic plane crash on Tuesday morning when the private aircraft he was travelling in crashed during an emergency landing near Baramati. All five others who were on board the aircraft also lost their lives in the accident. According to reports, the aircraft lost Read More…
New Delhi: The Budget Session of Parliament begins today with President Droupadi Murmu addressing a joint sitting of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, setting the tone for weeks of intense political and legislative activity. No other business is scheduled in Parliament today. The session will be held in two phases, running from Read More…
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the inaugural ceremony of India Energy Week 2026 via video conferencing, presenting a strong vision for India’s energy transition and reaffirming the country’s commitment to clean, secure and self-reliant energy. In his address, the Prime Minister said India is rapidly emerging as a global leader in the Read More…