Central Government Allocates Over ₹1,133 Crore for Local Bodies

New Delhi, February 6: The central government announced on Friday that it has released over ₹1,133 crore under the 15th Finance Commission grant to strengthen Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, and Telangana during the fiscal year 2025-26. According to the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, ₹652.55 crore has …

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Odisha Government Reshuffles Senior IAS Officers

Bhubaneswar, February 5: The Odisha government has announced a significant reshuffle of senior IAS officers, implementing changes in key departments. The notification regarding these changes was released on Thursday and is effective immediately. According to the notification, Devaranjan Kumar Singh will continue as the Additional Chief Secretary in the Steel and Mines Department. Surendra Kumar …

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Delhi Capitals Set 204-Run Target Against RCB in WPL Final

Vadodara, February 5: Delhi Capitals have set a formidable target of 204 runs for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the ongoing Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 final at BCA Stadium. Key contributions came from Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Chinelle Henry, who propelled the Capitals to a strong score. In Thursday’s final, RCB captain Smriti …

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Congress to Contest All Seats Independently in West Bengal Elections

Kolkata, February 5: The Congress party has officially announced that it will contest all 294 assembly seats independently in the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections. The party stated that it will not engage in any seat-sharing agreements with the CPI(M)-led Left Front or the Trinamool Congress. This decision was made during a meeting of the …

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Morgan Stanley Initiates Coverage on Adani Energy Solutions with Bullish Target Price

Mumbai, February 5: Global brokerage firm Morgan Stanley has commenced coverage of Adani Energy Solutions (AESL), assigning an ‘Overweight’ rating with a target price of ₹1,133 per share. The firm anticipates that AESL will benefit from the long-term expansion of the power grid in India. It projects an investment of ₹10 trillion in transmission infrastructure …

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Jammu and Kashmir to Introduce Drug Abuse Legislation

Jammu, February 5: The Health and Medical Education Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Sakina Ittoo, announced on Thursday that the state government will present a bill related to drug abuse during the current assembly session. The minister informed the assembly that the regulations for drug addiction treatment have been finalized and sent to the law …

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IIT Bombay Student Commits Suicide, Police Launch Investigation

Mumbai, February 4: A tragic incident has emerged from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay. A student has taken his own life, casting a pall of grief and silence over the campus. The police are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the matter. The deceased has been identified as Naman Agarwal, a 21-year-old …

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Bangladesh’s Jamaat Faces Criticism Over Women’s Rights and Political Role

Dhaka, February 3 – Questions are being raised about whether Jamaat-e-Islami, a political party known for its regressive views on women, should be allowed to remain registered and active under Bangladesh’s current constitutional and legal framework. A recent report emphasized that until these fundamental concerns are addressed, entrusting the party with governance responsibilities would be …

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India Aims for Davis Cup Upset Against Netherlands, Says Captain Rohit Rajpal

Bengaluru, February 3 – India is gearing up for the first round of the Davis Cup Qualifiers against the Netherlands, scheduled for February 7-8. The national team, under the leadership of captain Rohit Rajpal, is undergoing intensive training at the S.M. Krishna Tennis Stadium in Bengaluru. Players Karan Singh and Ritvik Bollipalli started their training …

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Dense Fog Disrupts Delhi Morning Traffic and Airport Operations

New Delhi witnessed a foggy and chilly Wednesday morning, significantly affecting daily life across the city. The thick fog reduced visibility in many areas, slowing traffic and causing inconvenience to commuters. The combination of cold winds, fog, and cloudy skies brought challenges to residents early in the day. Due to the weather conditions, Indira Gandhi …

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