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Trump says feds won’t intervene in protests in Democratic-led cities

But Saturday's order comes as opposition to such tactics has grown, particularly in Minnesota's Twin Cities region

01 February,2026 02:12 PM IST | AP
India News

Pakistan repatriates seven Indian prisoners via Attari-Wagah border

Earlier in January, India has repatriated a Pakistani national, allegedly imprisoned in India, via the Attari-Wagah border, Pakistan High Commission in India said

01 February,2026 02:06 PM IST | ANI
World News

Earthquake of magnitude 3.0 strikes Bangladesh

As per the statement, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 20 km. The earthquake's latitude was reported to be 24.85 North, and the longitude was reported to be 92.07 East

01 February,2026 02:00 PM IST | ANI
India News

Nirmala Sitharaman delivers 84-minute speech in historic ninth Union Budget 2026

Despite the relatively shorter duration, Sitharaman continues to hold the distinction of delivering the longest Budget speech in Indian parliamentary history

01 February,2026 01:55 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Here's what Finance Minister Sitharaman has proposed for the education sector

The Finance Minister announced the setting up of 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in government schools over the next five years to promote innovation, scientific temper, and hands-on learning among students

01 February,2026 01:45 PM IST | Aditi Alurkar
World News

57 'terrorists' killed in Balochistan after attacks on security forces

Pakistan reports that 57 'terrorists' and 10 security personnel were killed in separate operations across Balochistan after coordinated attacks on police, Frontier Corps, and civilians. Security forces continue clearance operations in affected areas

01 February,2026 01:30 PM IST | PTI
India News

Union Budget 2026: Top 10 highlights you need to know

Union Budget 2026 seeks to touch multiple segments of society - from farmers, students and MSMEs to commuters, investors and healthcare professionals - while keeping long-term growth firmly in focus

01 February,2026 01:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

UPI transactions surge 28 percent at 21.70 billion in Jan: NPCI

UPI transactions in January surged 28 percent year-on-year to 21.70 billion, with transaction value rising 21 percent to Rs 28.33 lakh crore. Daily transactions averaged 700 million, driven by strong growth in person-to-merchant payments and widespread QR adoption

01 February,2026 01:25 PM IST | IANS
India News

Union Budget 2026 highlights: Key announcements by FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Speaking during the presentation, Sitharaman said the government is choosing the path of reforms over rhetoric and reaffirmed its commitment to steps aimed at making India a Viksit Bharat

01 February,2026 01:03 PM IST
India News

Mumbai-Pune to Delhi-Varanasi: Union Budget maps seven high-speed rail corridors

Sitharaman said the proposals are driven by "Yuvashakti" and anchored in what she described as the government’s "three kartavyas", aimed at accelerating growth while maintaining reform momentum

01 February,2026 01:00 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Union Budget 2026: FM proposes extending revised ITR filing deadline to March 31

Presenting the Union Budget 2026 in the Lok Sabha, Sitharaman said the time limit for submitting revised income tax returns would be extended from December 31 to March 31, subject to the payment of a nominal fee

01 February,2026 12:49 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

FM Sitharaman proposes Rs 100-crore incentives for municipal bond issuance

The move aims to strengthen urban financing and promote greater investment in local infrastructure. In her ninth consecutive Union Budget, Sitharaman also announced the restructuring of public sector financial institutions

01 February,2026 12:46 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
FM raises outlays for electronics compenent production to Rs 40,000 cr

FM raises outlays for electronics compenent production to Rs 40,000 cr

The second phase will focus on producing equipment and materials, developing full-stack Indian intellectual property, and enhancing the semiconductor ecosystem. Sitharaman also highlighted plans for industry-led research and training centres to develop advanced technology and a skilled workforce

01 February,2026 12:44 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Union Budget 2026: New income tax law to come into force from April 1

Union Budget 2026: New income tax law to come into force from April 1

Sitharaman said the new law will replace the six-decade-old Income Tax Act of 1961, with all changes announced in the current Budget being incorporated into the fresh legislation

01 February,2026 12:38 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Capex target will be raised to Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY27, says FM

Capex target will be raised to Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY27, says FM

Presenting the Budget in Parliament, Sitharaman said the enhanced allocation is aimed at sustaining the pace of infrastructure creation and reinforcing economic growth at a time when global conditions remain uncertain

01 February,2026 12:31 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
GST collections rise 6.2 percent to Rs 1,93,384 crore in January

GST collections rise 6.2 percent to Rs 1,93,384 crore in January

January GST collections rose 6.2 percent to Rs 1.93 lakh crore, with net GST revenue up 7.6 percent amid strong import receipts. Year-to-date gross GST reached Rs 18.43 lakh crore, up 8.3 percent. The Finance Ministry also introduced a new tobacco tax regime from February 1

01 February,2026 12:22 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Odisha, Kerala, Andhra, Tamil Nadu to have dedicated rare earth corridors

Odisha, Kerala, Andhra, Tamil Nadu to have dedicated rare earth corridors

Sitharaman said the government will actively support these states in building integrated rare earth value chains, recognising their importance in securing supply of critical materials needed for clean energy, electronics, defence and high-tech manufacturing

01 February,2026 12:14 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Union Budget 2026: Rs 10,000 crore allocated to make India biopharma hub

Union Budget 2026: Rs 10,000 crore allocated to make India biopharma hub

Presenting the Budget in Parliament, Sitharaman said the initiative is aimed at creating a robust ecosystem for biopharma and biosimilars, strengthening domestic capabilities and boosting India’s global competitiveness in high-value pharmaceutical manufacturing

01 February,2026 12:14 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman hails decade of stability, reforms under Modi

Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman hails decade of stability, reforms under Modi

Rising to deliver her Budget speech, Sitharaman—who is presenting her ninth consecutive Union Budget—said the government has consistently prioritised action over indecision and reforms over rhetoric

01 February,2026 12:12 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Gold, silver prices dip 7 to 9 percent as aggressive profit taking continues

Gold, silver prices dip 7 to 9 percent as aggressive profit taking continues

Gold and silver prices plunged on Sunday amid profit booking, higher margin requirements, a stronger dollar, and expectations of a customs duty cut in Budget 2026, with short-term trends turning bearish though gold’s long-term outlook remains bullish

01 February,2026 11:54 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Karnataka Lokayukta traps sub-inspector, Bengaluru inspector in bribery cases

Karnataka Lokayukta traps sub-inspector, Bengaluru inspector in bribery cases

Karnataka Lokayukta officials arrested two police officers in separate bribery cases, catching a Tumakuru PSI and a Bengaluru inspector red-handed while accepting bribes. Both have been booked under the Prevention of Corruption Act

01 February,2026 11:45 AM IST | Tumakuru (Karnataka) | IANS
Bill Gates To Trump: Fresh Epstein files release put the elite under scanner

    Bill Gates To Trump: Fresh Epstein files release put the elite under scanner

    The U.S. Justice Department has released millions of pages of documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein, marking the largest public disclosure tied to the case to date. The newly unsealed files reference numerous high-profile figures and include claims recorded in complaints, emails, and internal summaries. Officials emphasise that many of the statements contained in the documents are unverified, uncorroborated, and do not constitute evidence or findings of wrongdoing.

    31 January,2026 07:22 PM IST
    Modi reaffirms support for Palestine at Arab Foreign Ministers’ gathering

    Modi reaffirms support for Palestine at Arab Foreign Ministers’ gathering

    Prime Minister Modi received Arab foreign ministers ahead of the second India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, emphasising deeper cooperation in trade, energy, and technology, and reaffirming support for Palestine. India’s EAM Jaishankar also held talks with Oman’s foreign minister on trade and critical minerals

    01 February,2026 12:06 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

    Israel to partially reopen Rafah crossing after months of closure

    Israel will partially reopen Gaza’s Rafah crossing with Egypt on Sunday on a trial basis, allowing limited movement of people after months of closure. The crossing will operate under Israeli security clearance and EU supervision, with Egypt coordinating movement.

    01 February,2026 11:58 AM IST | Rafah, Palestinian Territories | AFP

    Catherine O’Hara, ‘Home Alone’ and ‘Schitt’s Creek’ star, dies at 71

    O’Hara died at her home in Los Angeles “following a brief illness,” according to a statement from her agency, Creative Artists Agency. Further details were not immediately available

    01 February,2026 08:22 AM IST | Los Angeles | Agencies
    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Amit Shah made the remarks via video link while inaugurating the Shri Motibhai R Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School and Sagar Organic Plant at Boriyavi village in Mehsana district, Gujarat

    13 November,2025 09:36 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent

    CM opens Pune double-deck flyover

    Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road

    20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

    Happy Krishna Janmashtami: Messages and Wishes to share with family

    Janmashtami, which commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, on the occasion, here are some of the best messages and wishes you can share this Janmashtami with your family and friends-

    05 August,2025 11:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Smokin’ Lobo live

    Smokin’ Lobo live

    “Uhm, Lobo Lobo, any reason why you’re dressed with this coloured headgear?”

    01 February,2026 06:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha
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