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Himachal CM Sukhu presents ₹54,928 crore budget for 2026-27, flags RDG hit

Sukhu started his speech by saying that the discontinuation of the revenue deficit grant (RDG) has impacted the annual budget and accused the BJP for not supporting the state's interests

Sunetra Pawar forwards Rupali Chakankar's resignation to CM Fadnavis

Chakankar, who is also the NCP women's wing chief, submitted the resignation letter to Sunetra Pawar on Friday

Parliamentary panel flags underutilisation of funds in river-linking scheme

The report noted that the scheme witnessed underutilisation of funds during the 2025-26 financial year

Only dialogue can help resolve global conflicts, says VP Radhakrishnan

Commenting on the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament, Radhakrishnan, also the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, said he was happy to see constructive debates in the House

Punjab Minister Laljit Bhullar resigns after manager's suicide in Amritsar

The MLA from Patti in Tarn Taran was asked to resign in connection with the alleged suicide of a Warehouse Corporation district manager in Amritsar

Omar Abdullah extends Eid greetings, says illegal war by US-Israel must end

Omar Abdullah calls for end to 'illegal' war, flags impact on Muslims and energy supplies

Close shave for Odisha MLA as bus with 36 passengers catches fire

Police said all the passengers, including the MLA, were safely evacuated without any injuries

PM Modi conveys greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr, hopes for further brotherhood

Eid is being celebrated in the country on Saturday

Haridwar gears up for Kumbh 2027 as CM Dhami fast-tracks infra projects

In preparation for the Kumbh Mela 2027 to be held next year in Haridwar, special emphasis is being placed on the rapid development of infrastructure

IMD warns of heavy rain, strong winds as storms sweep across India

From heavy rain in the east to snowfall in the Himalayas, IMD forecast thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds nationwide as fluctuating temperatures bring a temporary cooling phase

Devotees gather at Delhi's Jama Masjid to offer Eid-ul-Fitr prayers

The atmosphere remained vibrant as families exchanged greetings, signalling the start of day-long festivities across the city

Political storm erupts after man dies in Kolkata's RG Kar hospital lift

A man died after allegedly getting trapped in a lift at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata

Delhi Police seals news agency UNI's office, cites high court order

The news agency also alleged that their female staff members were manhandled by the police team

PM reaches out to West Asian leaders on Eid amid energy security concerns

Prime Minister speaks to GCC leaders, flags need for safe passage through Strait of Hormuz and highlights risks to global food, fuel and fertiliser security

Odisha enters Guinness records with Pakhala Divas, serves over 1 tonne

State serves over 1 tonne of fermented rice dish to 2,000 people, blending cultural celebration, sustainability and outreach while promoting Odia cuisine globally

China welcomes Vikram Doraiswami's appointment as India's new envoy

Doraiswami's appointment evoked considerable interest in the Chinese official media and the Chinese strategic community

West Asia crisis: Indian national killed in Iranian attack on Riyadh

The Indian embassy in Riyadh, without providing details, condoled the death of the Indian

SC flags officials' liability over illegal mining in Chambal sanctuary

Top court signals officials in three states may face liability for habitat damage due to illegal mining, citing administrative lapses and impact on endangered species

CJI Surya Kant recuses from hearing pleas against EC appointments law

Chief Justice steps aside citing potential conflict as Bench to be reconstituted to hear challenges to 2023 law on Election Commissioner appointments

Nitish Kumar files nomination for JD(U) president, likely to be unopposed

JD(U) national working president Sanjay Kumar Jha submitted Kumar's nomination at the party's central office here on Thursday. Jha is one of the proposers for Kumar