In a significant development for Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has welcomed the Railway Ministry’s decision to halt three ongoing projects in the region, citing the move as a step toward reassessing priorities and ensuring sustainable development. The announcement has sparked debate across political, economic, and social circles, with stakeholders weighing the implications…
Kotak Asset Management Company’s Managing Director Nilesh Shah has offered a nuanced perspective on recent policy and market developments, noting that while “the devil is in the details,” the move has effectively removed a “hanging sword” over India’s rupee, equity, and rates market. His remarks highlight the delicate balance between policy execution and investor sentiment,…
The 2026 Australian Open witnessed a dramatic turn as Novak Djokovic, the 10-time champion, suffered a defeat at the hands of Carlos Alcaraz, leaving his future at the tournament uncertain. Djokovic, who has dominated Melbourne Park for nearly two decades, admitted after the match that he is “not sure what is next,” sparking speculation about…
Fresh developments in the Jeffrey Epstein case have brought former U.S. President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton into the spotlight, as new files indicate that both may be called to testify. The revelations have reignited public debate about their past associations, political implications, and the broader scope of Epstein’s network. Background…
India is planning to take a crucial rail corridor underground in the strategically sensitive Siliguri Corridor, popularly known as the “chicken’s neck”, amid rising security concerns. This narrow stretch of land in West Bengal connects mainland India to its northeastern states and is considered one of the most vulnerable geopolitical chokepoints in South Asia. Strategic…
The Tripura Congress has strongly criticized the 2026-27 Union Budget, calling it “directionless” and claiming that it has failed to address the aspirations of the northeastern states. Party leaders in Tripura argued that while the budget makes tall promises, it lacks concrete measures to tackle the region’s pressing issues such as infrastructure gaps, unemployment, and…
The political landscape of Maharashtra has shifted dramatically following the passing of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, a towering figure in the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). His death has brought an abrupt end to months of speculation over the party’s leadership tussle, reunification prospects, and factional strategies. Ajit Pawar’s absence leaves a vacuum in state…
Tripura Chief Minister has welcomed the Union Budget 2026, describing it as a “visionary roadmap for Viksit Bharat” that aligns with the state’s aspirations for inclusive growth and development. His remarks highlight the northeastern state’s optimism about the budget’s focus on infrastructure, rural empowerment, digital transformation, and social welfare. CM’s Statement The Chief Minister emphasized…
The Uttar Pradesh government has taken a strict step by withholding the salaries of more than 68,000 employees who failed to submit their mandatory asset disclosure statements. This move, announced as part of the state’s transparency and accountability drive, has sparked widespread debate across administrative circles, unions, and political parties. The Decision The directive requires…
Former Finance Minister and senior Congress leader P Chidambaram has gone viral after his sharp response to a journalist’s query linking India’s oil imports with Donald Trump’s policies on Venezuela. When asked about India’s position on Venezuelan oil in the context of Trump’s administration, Chidambaram retorted, “I’m not Trump’s press secretary!”, drawing laughter from the…
