NEW DELHI: (Feb 2) Hitting out at the Modi government, the Congress on Monday said MGNREGA was a transformative law while the new scheme brought by the Centre that “bulldozed it away” is a “flaw”. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said exactly 20 years ago today, the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee… Continue reading MGNREGA was transformative law, its substitute a flaw: Congress
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Ajit Pawar’s memorial to come up on Vidya Pratishthan premises in Baramati
BARAMATI: (Feb 2) A memorial of late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar will be set up on the premises of Vidya Pratishthan, the Baramati-based educational institution founded by the Pawar family, a close associate has said. Ajit Pawar (66) and four others were killed in a plane crash near the airstrip at Baramati airport… Continue reading Ajit Pawar’s memorial to come up on Vidya Pratishthan premises in Baramati
“We feel ashamed when Field Marshal Asim Munir and I go around the world BEGGING for money”: Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif
Islamabad [Pakistan], January 31 (ANI): Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed frustration over his country’s reliance on foreign loans, stating that seeking financial aid undermines national self-respect and is a source of embarrassment for officials, including Army Chief Asim Munir. Addressing Pakistan’s prominent exporters and business leaders at an event in Islamabad, Sharif emphasised… Continue reading “We feel ashamed when Field Marshal Asim Munir and I go around the world BEGGING for money”: Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif
Adil Rashid’s three-fer, Sam Curran’s hat-trick hand England win against Sri Lanka in T20I series opener
Pallekele [Sri Lanka], January 31 : England secured an 11-run win over Sri Lanka via the DLS method to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series after a rain-affected series opener at Pallekele. Adil Rashid’s three-wicket haul, along with Sam Curran’s historic hat-trick, were the standout factors in the visitors’ win. After Harry… Continue reading Adil Rashid’s three-fer, Sam Curran’s hat-trick hand England win against Sri Lanka in T20I series opener
Folk music to camel races: Maru Mahotsav 2026 celebrates Jaisalmer’s legacy
Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) [India], January 31 : The Maru Mahotsav 2026, currently being held at Jaisalmer’s Shaheed Poonam Singh Stadium, has brought together locals, artists, and tourists to celebrate Rajasthan’s rich desert culture. The three-day festival, which began on January 30, showcases the vibrant colors, music, and traditions of the Thar Desert. Tourists from various parts… Continue reading Folk music to camel races: Maru Mahotsav 2026 celebrates Jaisalmer’s legacy
SEBI to open special 1-year window for transfer, dematerialisation of physical securities
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 31 : The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced a special one-year window allowing investors to transfer and dematerialise physical securities that could not be processed before April 1, 2019, due to various reasons, including procedural or documentation-related challenges. In a statement, SEBI said it has opened a… Continue reading SEBI to open special 1-year window for transfer, dematerialisation of physical securities
Union Budget 2026: Economists expect focus on jobs, agri, MSMEs, green economy
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 31 : As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, economists are weighing in on the government’s priorities and potential announcements. Osmania University Professor Satish Raikindi also shared his expectations. While speaking to ANI, Raikindi stated that the government of India is likely to prioritise job creation, agricultural development, inclusive manufacturing, and digital… Continue reading Union Budget 2026: Economists expect focus on jobs, agri, MSMEs, green economy
Adani agrees to receive legal notice in US SEC civil fraud case, to respond in 90 days
NEW YORK/NEW DELHI: (Jan 31) Billionaire Gautam Adani and his nephew, Sagar Adani, have agreed to receive a legal notice from the US Securities and Exchange Commission in a civil fraud lawsuit alleging they misled investors about a bribery scheme, according to a court filing. The stipulation is subject to court approval. In a filing… Continue reading Adani agrees to receive legal notice in US SEC civil fraud case, to respond in 90 days
UAE hails India-EU FTA as boost to global trade cooperation
DUBAI: (Jan 31) The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the free trade agreement reached between India and the EU, describing it as a significant step towards promoting “economic openness” and supporting “sustainable growth”. India and the European Union on Tuesday sealed a landmark free trade agreement — billed as the “mother of all deals” —… Continue reading UAE hails India-EU FTA as boost to global trade cooperation
No idea about Sunetra’s swearing-in as Maharashtra Dy CM: Sharad Pawar
BARAMATI: (Jan 31) Amid reports that Sunetra Pawar, wife of Ajit Pawar, will be sworn in as the Maharashtra deputy chief minister, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Saturday distanced himself from the development, claiming he had no idea about it. Addressing a press conference in Baramati, Pawar said that he had found out about… Continue reading No idea about Sunetra’s swearing-in as Maharashtra Dy CM: Sharad Pawar
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