Former HM Chidambaram delivers fiery 12-minute response to Union Budget 2026, slams key policies

Feb 02, 2026

New Delhi, February 1, 2026 (ANI): In an exclusive with ANI, former union Finance Minister P. Chidambaram said the Union Budget shows a focus on infrastructure with a 9% rise in capital expenditure to ₹12.2 lakh crore, including seven high-speed rail corridors and 20 new waterways, which partially meets corporate and infrastructure expectations. He welcomed initiatives like rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh, Semicon Mission 2.0, and tax holidays for data centres as critical to India’s strategic and digital ambitions. However, he noted that more could have been done to boost growth, job creation, and support key sectors amid global uncertainties and US tariff threats. The 15% increase in defence spending post-Op Sindoor reflects security priorities, while fiscal consolidation remains on track with a 4.4% FY26 deficit and 4.3% FY27 target. Chidambaram pointed out gaps in MSME support, healthcare, and rural employment, and cautioned that shifts in oil sourcing from Iran to Venezuela could impact the economy, challenging overly optimistic narratives.
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Tripura CM Manik Saha attends organizational program at Mandwai constituency, engaging local leaders

Feb 01, 2026

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“Taking forward Reform Express …” CM Bhupendra Patel praises budget’s focus on inclusive growth, MSMEs

Feb 01, 2026

‘Rare Earth corridors for TN, Andhra, Kerala & Odisha…’: FM Sitharaman | Union Budget 2026

‘Rare Earth corridors for TN, Andhra, Kerala & Odisha…’: FM Sitharaman | Union Budget 2026

Feb 01, 2026

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Union FM Sitharaman calls on President Murmu before presenting her 9th consecutive Budget

Union FM Sitharaman calls on President Murmu before presenting her 9th consecutive Budget

Feb 01, 2026

Union FM Sitharaman calls on President Murmu before presenting her 9th consecutive Budget
BREAKING: 4 round fired outside Director Rohit Shetty’s residence, police start probe

BREAKING: 4 round fired outside Director Rohit Shetty’s residence, police start probe

Feb 01, 2026

Mumbai, 01 Feb 2025 (ANI): | Police and forensic teams reach Director Rohit Shetty's residence, after an incident of firing was reported outside his residence. Further...
Fans cheer as Team India crushes New Zealand, winning T20I series 4-1 with a massive victory

Fans cheer as Team India crushes New Zealand, winning T20I series 4-1 with a massive victory

Feb 01, 2026

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), February 1, 2026: (ANI): In the final clash of the five-match T20I series on January 31, 2026, Team India thrashed New Zealand by 46...
Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma visits Niwai to overcome Gramin Utthan Camp

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma visits Niwai to overcome Gramin Utthan Camp

Jan 31, 2026

Tonk (Rajasthan), January 31, 2026 (ANI): Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma Visits Niwai to Overview Gramin Utthan Camp.
गुजरात को मिला ग्लोबल सम्मान: रामसर लिस्ट में शामिल हुआ 'छारी-ढंढ

गुजरात को मिला ग्लोबल सम्मान: रामसर लिस्ट में शामिल हुआ 'छारी-ढंढ

Jan 31, 2026

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Tripura gets education boost as CM Manik Saha inaugurates Ghosh Khamar H. S. School building

Tripura gets education boost as CM Manik Saha inaugurates Ghosh Khamar H. S. School building

Jan 31, 2026

Agartala (Tripura), January 31 (ANI): Tripura CM Dr. Manik saha attending the Inauguration of newly constructed School building of Ghosh khamar H.S School Ground.
Not Afraid of Threats by Pakistan terror outfit, Will Speak Truth: EFSAS Director

Not Afraid of Threats by Pakistan terror outfit, Will Speak Truth: EFSAS Director

Jan 31, 2026

In this powerful statement, counter-terrorism expert Junaid Qureshi responds to a death threat allegedly issued by TRF, a proxy of Lashkar-e-Taiba. Unfazed by intimidation, he asserts...
Director Kishore Pandurang & Producer Meerra Chopraa discuss making of silent film ‘Gandhi Talks’

Director Kishore Pandurang & Producer Meerra Chopraa discuss making of silent film ‘Gandhi Talks’

Jan 31, 2026

Mumbai, Jan 31, 2026 (ANI): Actress and producer Meerra Chopraa, along with director Kishor Pandurang Belekar, opened up about their project 'Gandhi Talks', describing why the...
CM Pramod Sawant pushes for Goa as potential global event hub after successful India Energy Week’ 26

CM Pramod Sawant pushes for Goa as potential global event hub after successful India Energy Week’ 26

Jan 31, 2026

January 30, 2026: (ANI): On India Energy Week 2026, Goa Chief minister Pramod Sawant said, "Through this event, Goa has sent a message that we are...
BEACON Deploys Cutting-Edge Technology to Clear Snow at Zojila, Restore Kashmir–Ladakh Connectivity

BEACON Deploys Cutting-Edge Technology to Clear Snow at Zojila, Restore Kashmir–Ladakh Connectivity

Jan 31, 2026

Zojila Pass in Ganderbal, lifeline between Kashmir and Ladakh, saw intensified snow clearance operations by Project BEACON. After heavy snowfall blocked the strategic pass, BEACON teams...
Gujarat’s Republic Day tableau wins ‘Popular Choice Award’

Gujarat’s Republic Day tableau wins ‘Popular Choice Award’

Jan 30, 2026

Gujarat’s Republic Day tableau has once again made the nation proud by winning the Popular Choice Award for the fourth consecutive year at the 77th Republic...