Election process can’t be stalled at behest of individual grievance: SC
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday said that election process cannot be lightly interdicted or stalled at the behest of an individual grievance. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said in respect of individual grievances, the ultimate and exclusive remedy lies by way of an election petition. The bench delivered its […]
‘Budget sans sops for poll-bound states’, Opposition parties cry foul
New Delhi: The Union Budget 2026-27 has not made any big-ticket announcements for the states going to polls this year — Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry — with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman making it clear that “enough” has been done to cover the poll-bound states as well as all other states. […]
United Nations faces ‘imminent financial collapse’: UN Chief
United Nations: The United Nations chief is warning that the world body faces “imminent financial collapse” unless its financial rules are overhauled or all 193 member nations pay their dues — a message likely directed at the United States and the billions it owes. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a letter to all UN member […]
Economic Survey reflects sustained growth, outlines roadmap for Viksit Bharat: PM
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Economic Survey has highlighted strong macroeconomic fundamentals, sustained growth momentum and the expanding role of innovation, entrepreneurship and infrastructure in nation-building. Modi also said that the survey, presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament, underscores the importance of inclusive development, with focused attention […]
SC to examine plea against non-disclosure of answer keys for NEET-PG exams
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to look into a plea challenging the non-disclosure of question papers and answer keys in the NEET-PG 2025 examination by the National Board of Examinations. A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Vijay Bishnoi expressed doubt over the logic behind the policy of non-disclosure of NEET […]
India showcases ‘Sindoor’ valour and cultural hues at 77th R-Day celebrations
New Delhi, Jan 26 (PTI) India ushered in its 77th Republic Day on Monday with a grand display of its cultural diversity, economic growth, and military prowess that included missiles, warplanes, newly-raised units and lethal weapon systems used during Operation Sindoor. President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, and President of the European Commission, Ursula […]
Participate in democratic processes, being voter greatest privilege: PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to take part in democratic processes, saying being a voter is not just a constitutional privilege, but an important duty that gives every citizen a voice in shaping India’s future. In a letter to MY-Bharat volunteers on National Voters’ Day, he described voters as the […]
Record recruitment, over 20 lakh stagnated promotions cleared in 11 years: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi: Union minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday said record number of appointment letters were issued for central government jobs, and over 20 lakh pending promotions were cleared in the past 11 years. Addressing the Rozgar Mela event, presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he also cited several reforms aimed at making recruitment to […]
Over 70 fugitives wanted by India located abroad during 2024-25: Govt report
New Delhi: Over 70 fugitives, wanted by India, were located abroad during 2024-25, according to an official report. As many as 203 fugitives wanted by other countries were detected/located in India during the same period. A total of 71 “wanted persons/fugitives wanted by India” were located abroad in 2024-25, according to the annual report of […]