Himanshu Tiwari New Delhi: The Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, announced in the Budget 2026-27 that the government will provide significant incentives for high-value crops such as coconut, sandalwood, cocoa, and cashew in coastal regions to enhance farmers’ income. Support will also be extended to areca nut cultivation in the Northeastern states and to nuts like almonds, …
Bulawayo: India secured a spot in the semifinals of the Under-19 World Cup 2026 by defeating Pakistan by 58 runs in the Super-6 stage. The Indian team will face Afghanistan on February 4 in the second semifinal. Pakistan needed to chase down the target within 33.3 overs to reach the semifinals but fell short as …
Work fatigue not only tires the body but also weighs heavily on the mind, often leaving one feeling drained of energy. This mental and physical exhaustion can make it difficult to focus or even decide whether to take medication. Ayurveda offers a simple remedy to ease this dual fatigue through a practice called foot bath …
West Bengal’s secondary examinations will commence on February 2, 2026. To assist students during this period, Kolkata Police have launched a dedicated helpline. Students facing any difficulties can call the helpline at 9432610039, where police officials are ready to provide support. Assistance will be available even if a student forgets their admit card at home …
Rice is a staple food in India and forms an essential part of many people’s daily diet. Across several states, people often start and end their day with rice or rice-based dishes. Typically, they consume either white rice or brown rice, but many remain uncertain about which is better for their health. The main difference …
Quetta: The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claims to have received backing from various armed groups, political figures, and segments of the Baloch population for its ongoing ‘Operation HeroF 2.0’ against Pakistani security forces in Balochistan. According to the BLA, more than 15 hours after coordinated attacks began, its fighters continue to hold positions in multiple …
New Delhi: Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed disappointment over the Union Budget 2026 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, saying it has fallen short of expectations for the people of Odisha. Posting on the social media platform X, Patnaik stated that the budget does not offer significant benefits to Odisha and its residents. …
The Union Budget 2026’s customs duty and import tariff concessions on solar, renewable energy, and e-mobility are closely linked with Uttar Pradesh’s “Prime Minister Surya Ghar: Free Electricity” scheme and the state’s growing e-mobility ecosystem. Policy experts believe these measures will collectively advance rooftop solar expansion, solar panel manufacturing, grid-level energy balancing, and electric mobility …
Lucknow: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for the financial year 2026-27 on Sunday. Praising the budget, Uttar Pradesh Government Minister Suresh Khanna spoke to journalists, appreciating the focus on youth and development. Suresh Khanna congratulated the Finance Minister, stating, “I commend Nirmala Sitharaman ji for presenting the Youth Power Budget for …
Mumbai: Musician AR Rahman faced trolling after his remarks on communal issues in Hindi cinema sparked controversy. Several personalities from political and film circles subtly opposed his statements. Recently, Rahman appeared on the popular show ‘The Great India Kapil Sharma Show’ where he clarified that his words had been distorted. In response, Maharashtra’s Minister for …