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Amit Shah says, 'India-EU trade deal is a strategic breakthrough for India’

Amit Shah says, 'India-EU trade deal is a strategic breakthrough for India’

Union Home Minister Amit Shah termed the India-EU trade deal a “strategic breakthrough”, saying it will boost ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’, safeguard key sectors, and provide unprecedented market access for 99 per cent of Indian exports, creating jobs and new growth opportunities

BJP women’s wing seeks FIR against singer for her remars against Amruta Fadnavis

The Nagpur BJP Mahila Aghadi demanded registration of an FIR against singer and YouTuber Anjali Bharti for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Amruta Fadnavis. Political reactions emerged from both BJP and Congress leaders

27 January,2026 08:37 PM IST | Nagpur | mid-day online correspondent

Explosion-like sounds in Beed spark panic; administration rules out earthquake

Two loud explosion-like sounds were reported in Maharashtra’s Beed district, triggering panic among residents. Authorities confirmed no earthquake or seismic activity and urged people not to believe rumours or misinformation circulating on social media

27 January,2026 08:35 PM IST | Beed | mid-day online correspondent

Togolese woman caught with drugs worth Rs 2 cr at Kochi airport

Officers discovered a secret "false bottom" hidden under the lining of the woman's suitcase. Tucked away inside this hidden space were two packets of a banned drug called Methaqualone which weighed nearly four kg and are estimated to be worth about Rs two crore.

27 January,2026 07:21 PM IST | Kochi | PTI

BRO rescues 60 people, including 40 soldiers, from snowbound area in Doda

Border Roads Organisation rescued 60 people, including 40 Rashtriya Rifles soldiers, stranded at Chatergala Pass in Jammu and Kashmir Doda district after heavy snowfall. The high-altitude rescue was carried out under Project Sampark with zero casualties

27 January,2026 06:56 PM IST | Doda | mid-day online correspondent

EU–India seal historic trade pact creating market of two billion people

India and the European Union on Tuesday announced a landmark free trade agreement aimed at boosting economic ties and reducing strategic dependencies. EU chiefs and Prime Minister Narendra Modi hope the pact will help shield against challenges from the world's two leading economies, the United States and China

27 January,2026 06:34 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | AFP

India will remains fastest growing economy in the world: RBI

The Reserve Bank of India said India will remain the fastest-growing major economy in 2025-26, citing strong domestic fundamentals, export diversification, stable inflation and resilient banking systems, offering optimism ahead of the Union Budget 2026

27 January,2026 06:32 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Delhi Police issues advisory for motorists ahead of Beating Retreat rehearsals

According to the traffic advisory, Vijay Chowk will be completely closed to general traffic during the restricted hours. Vehicular movement will also not be allowed on several roads leading towards Vijay Chowk.

27 January,2026 06:15 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

SBI report projects govt capex to cross Rs 12 lakh crores in 2026-27

India is expected to remain a global bright spot as government capital expenditure may cross Rs 12 lakh crore in FY27, marking 10 per cent annual growth, according to an SBI Research report. Fiscal deficit is projected at 4.2 per cent of GDP amid stable macro fundamentals

27 January,2026 06:03 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Budget 2026: Pramod Tiwari outlines opposition's agenda

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Tuesday criticised the Centre ahead of the Budget 2026 Session, alleging erosion of constitutional institutions, economic distress and growing unemployment. Tiwari stressed that the opposition will collectively raise these concerns with full force

27 January,2026 05:21 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | ANI

Sitharaman set to present 9th straight budget, nears Morarji Desai’s record

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive Union Budget 2026 on February 1, creating history as the longest-serving finance minister to deliver back-to-back budgets in India. This will take Sitharaman closer to the record of 10 budgets that were presented by former Prime Minister Morarji Desai

27 January,2026 05:21 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTI

Budget 2026: Actual economic growth often exceeds Economic Survey's projections

India’s economic growth has often outperformed Economic Survey projections, with 2025-26 expected at 7.4 percent versus the projected 6.3–6.8 percent. While growth broadly matched estimates in 2024-25, earlier years saw sharp swings due to COVID, base effects, and recovery, setting the backdrop ahead of the Union Budget on February 1

27 January,2026 05:20 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Sitharaman set to present 9th straight budget, nears Morarji Desai’s record

Sitharaman set to present 9th straight budget, nears Morarji Desai’s record

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive Union Budget 2026 on February 1, creating history as the longest-serving finance minister to deliver back-to-back budgets in India. This will take Sitharaman closer to the record of 10 budgets that were presented by former Prime Minister Morarji Desai

27 January,2026 05:21 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTI
Budget 2026: Actual economic growth often exceeds Economic Survey's projections

Budget 2026: Actual economic growth often exceeds Economic Survey's projections

India’s economic growth has often outperformed Economic Survey projections, with 2025-26 expected at 7.4 percent versus the projected 6.3–6.8 percent. While growth broadly matched estimates in 2024-25, earlier years saw sharp swings due to COVID, base effects, and recovery, setting the backdrop ahead of the Union Budget on February 1

27 January,2026 05:20 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
IMD issues yellow alert for parts of Maharashtra, predicts light rains

IMD issues yellow alert for parts of Maharashtra, predicts light rains

The warning, issued at 4 pm, covers Nashik, Ahilya Nagar, Pune, Satara and Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. Separately, Dhule and Jalgaon districts are likely to witness light rain accompanied by the possibility of thunder and lightning in some areas

27 January,2026 05:20 PM IST | | mid-day online correspondent
Govt turns down Oppn's demands for discussions on V-B G RAM G Act, SIR

Govt turns down Oppn's demands for discussions on V-B G RAM G Act, SIR

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju turned down Opposition demands for discussions on the VB-G RAM G Act and Special Intensive Revision (SIR) during the Budget Session, saying the issues were already debated in Parliament and cannot be revisited

27 January,2026 05:07 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
All eyes on February 1: What to expect from Union Budget 2026

All eyes on February 1: What to expect from Union Budget 2026

A report by State Bank of India (SBI) has highlighted that the upcoming budget 2026 should announce reforms across taxation, insurance and pension sectors to boost household financial savings, reduce compliance challenges and improve social security coverage in the country

27 January,2026 04:58 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

IN PHOTOS: Traffic curbs in Central Delhi for Beating Retreat rehearsal

The Delhi Traffic Police had imposed traffic restrictions around Vijay Chowk from 4 pm to 6 pm on January 27 for the full dress rehearsal of the Beating Retreat ceremony, urging commuters to take alternate routes (PICS/PTI) 

27 January,2026 09:24 PM IST | Tarun Verma
Budget should announce tax relief on bank deposits, insurance, pensions: SBI

Budget should announce tax relief on bank deposits, insurance, pensions: SBI

A report by SBI highlighted that bank deposits as a share of household financial savings have declined from 38.7 per cent in FY24 to 35.2 per cent in FY25. To encourage savings through the banking system, SBI suggested tax relief measures for depositors

27 January,2026 04:58 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

Blinkit launches NCMC Bharat Yatra Card to enable seamless public transport

Blinkit launches NCMC Bharat Yatra Card to enable seamless public transport

Blinkit has launched the NCMC Bharat Yatra Card, a zero-KYC, RuPay-powered prepaid card priced at Rs 50, enabling unified, cashless access to metro and bus services across multiple Indian cities with instant UPI top-ups

27 January,2026 04:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Muslim body calls Gangotri entry ban divisive, warns it harms communal harmony

Muslim body calls Gangotri entry ban divisive, warns it harms communal harmony

"A strange spectacle has been created in India by a few people with communal mindsets. Whenever a Hindu festival or fair starts, a signboard is displayed beforehand, indicating that Muslims are not allowed. Recently, at Gangotri Dham, the committee announced that Muslims would not be allowed," the Muslim body chief said

27 January,2026 03:34 PM IST | Bareilly | mid-day online correspondent

'Mother of all deals': PM Modi announces India-EU free trade agreement

'Mother of all deals': PM Modi announces India-EU free trade agreement

Describing it as being discussed as the "mother of all deals", PM Modi said the agreement opens up significant opportunities for 140 crore Indians as well as millions of Europeans

27 January,2026 12:32 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

EU-India FTA explained: Luxury cars, wine, medicines get cheaper

    EU-India FTA explained: Luxury cars, wine, medicines get cheaper

    India and the European Union have signed a landmark free trade agreement after nearly 18 years of stop-start negotiations, in what European leaders are calling the “mother of all trade deals.” The timing is critical. India is currently facing steep 50 per cent tariffs on key exports to the United States, while Europe is under fresh tariff threats from President Donald Trump amid disputes involving Greenland and wider security concerns. Who benefits from the trade deal the most? Here is all you need to know. 

    26 January,2026 11:45 PM IST
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