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"Something out of ordinary": Nirmala Sitharaman interacts with 30 college students from across India who witnessed Parliament's Budget session live

New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Sunday, interacted with 30 university students who witnessed the session live in Parliament from the Lok Sabha gallery during the pre... Read More


India slams Pak over Balochistan violence charge, blames its 'internal failings'

India, Feb. 1 -- India on Sunday rejected allegations by Pakistan's civilian and military authorities linking New Delhi to a series of attacks in Balochistan, and this was part of the usual tactics to... Read More


Union Budget 2026: Centre proposes to develop 15 archaeological sites into experiential cultural destinations

New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed to develop 15 archaeological sites, including Lothal, Dholavira, and Sarnath, into "vibrant, experiential cultural des... Read More


Sounds of Kumbha: At Grammys, singer Siddhant Bhatia sees growing global collaborations for Indian music and festival

India, Feb. 1 -- Indian classical singer-composer Siddhant Bhatia received his official Grammy nomination medal at a reception in Los Angeles ahead of the main gala ceremony on Sunday night (Monday mo... Read More


New US envoy Laura Dogu arrives in Caracas as Washington aims to reopen embassy

Caracas, Feb. 1 -- Laura F. Dogu, the United States' new top envoy to Venezuela, arrived in Caracas on Saturday as the Trump administration steps up efforts to restore diplomatic ties and reopen the U... Read More


USA's Isani Vaghela suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect

Dubai, Feb. 1 -- USA's Isani Vaghela has been suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect after the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that her bowling action is i... Read More


Rahul Gandhi refuses comment on Union Budget 2026-27, Congress dubs it "lacklustre"

New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Sunday declined to comment on the Union Budget 2026-27, stating that he would speak on Monday from Parliament's platform. Earli... Read More


Chirag Paswan hails Union Budget as 'foundation for developed India'

Patna, Feb. 1 -- Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Sunday praised the Union Budget, saying it focuses on infrastructure, rural development, urbanisation, and self-reliance. He added that the budget lays... Read More


Budget 2026: Income Tax Dept clarifies on changes in 'buyback tax'

India, Feb. 1 -- The Income Tax Department has issued a clarification on how "buyback tax" has changed with Union Budget 2026, to the benefit of small shareholders. "On the whole, the buyback taxatio... Read More


Tax reform to lower input duties: What to expect in Union Budget 2026-27

India, Feb. 1 -- Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget for the financial year 2026-27 on Sunday at 11 am. All eyes will be on her speech as she presents her nint... Read More