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Published 07:35 IST, February 2nd 2025

Aam Aadmi Party Wasted 11 Years of Delhi: Prime Minister Modi

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India News Live: On February 1, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her eighth consecutive budget, which was hailed by several ministers as a positive step toward supporting the middle class. 

As the Delhi elections approach, the Election Commission has directed various authorities, including Observers, District Election Officers, and senior police officials, to ensure free and fair elections by holding special meetings to address law-and-order concerns. These measures are aimed at ensuring smooth electoral processes.

Meanwhile, the Joint Committee's report on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is set to be presented in the Lok Sabha on Monday, February 3.
 


23:34 IST, February 2nd 2025

Rajeev Chandrashekhar criticizes Kejriwal's tenure, says change is coming

BJP leader Rajeev Chandrashekhar says "There is an absolute clarity in voters' minds that the last 10 years under Arvind Kejriwal were wasted. People gave him trust, people gave him the mandate and for the last 10 years he hasn't done anything except set new records in corruption and mal governance...People know which party and which leader can deliver development, can deliver transformation in their lives and which party and which leader which is Arvind Kejriwal makes these fake promises...I am very confident that people want change and there will be change on 5th February."


23:30 IST, February 2nd 2025

Keshav Prasad Maurya slams Akhilesh Yadav for politicizing Mahakumbh tragedy

On the statement of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya says, "We are all saddened by the tragic incident that happened in Mahakumbh, but Akhilesh Yadav is continuously commenting and doing politics on a big event like Mahakumbh... It is very cheap politics to say such things again and again... His mental balance has deteriorated due to being ousted from power, that is why he is saying such things .."



23:29 IST, February 2nd 2025

Odisha CM Majhi praises historic 2025-26 budget

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi says, " PM Modi's vision, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented a historic budget for 2025-26...the size of the budget has been increased...it will pay way for a new direction for the development of the country. This budget has some provision for all, middle class, farmers, labourers, salaried class, women, youths and students...those who are earning up to Rs 12 lakhs won't have to pay taxes...farmers have been given a lot of importance..."
 


22:58 IST, February 2nd 2025

Jagdambika Pal says Kejriwal failed Delhi

BJP MP Jagdambika Pal says, " ...This time the wind of change is blowing and in Delhi, on 5th (February) people are going to form BJP govt. People did give him Kejriwal chance, that too thrice and what did Delhi get? Delhi drowned in corruption...Kejriwal, his deputy CM and ministers went to jail for some or other scams...the conditions of the slums and lanes in Delhi are even worse than villages...roads are overflowing with water and there are potholes...they cheated on Delhi..."



21:52 IST, February 2nd 2025

Virendraa Sachdeva says Delhi will reject Kejriwal

Delhi BJP president Virendraa Sachdeva says, "We have been saying this from day one. As the elections approach, Arvind Kejriwal will get his people attacked...This time Delhi knows about his disgusting acts. It will give an answer to that on the 5th. Voting will be in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party. A double-engine government will be formed in Delhi under the leadership of Narendra Modi and corrupt people like Arvind Kejriwal will now leave Delhi..."


21:51 IST, February 2nd 2025

Jairam Thakur accuses CM Sukhu of insulting Vidhayak institution

Himachal Pradesh Assembly LoP Jairam Thakur says, " ...For the last 2 years, Congress is ruling Himachal Pradesh and Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu the CM, when he was just an MLA, he used to speak a lot on Vidhayak institution...but since he has become the CM, he keeps insulting Vidhayak institution...cases are being registered against MLAs, their family members...the investigating officers keep misbehaving with MLAs...no development works are happening in Himachal Pradesh on the say of opposition MLAs...BJP MLAs have decided not to participate in the MLA meeting that is going to be held in Shimla on 3rd and 4th February under the chairmanship of CM...



21:50 IST, February 2nd 2025

Duke of Edinburgh Prince Edward Meets Maharashtra Governor

Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Edward met with Governor of Maharashtra CP Radhakrishnan at Raj Bhavan Mumbai.


21:05 IST, February 2nd 2025

Kejriwal says Delhi will reject BJP's hooliganism at polls

AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal says, "We are roaming all over Delhi. The atmosphere is very good. People are happy with our work... BJP has said that if they come (to power) then they will stop the 5 facilities of the people of Delhi... Due to this people will suffer a loss of about 20 to 25 thousand rupees per month... The kind of hooliganism that BJP people have indulged in, the people of Delhi have never seen such hooliganism. The people of Delhi will answer this by pressing the vote button ..."



20:50 IST, February 2nd 2025

'Take money from them but vote only for AAP', says CM Atishi

Delhi CM Atishi says "...They (BJP) are distributing liquor, money...Tell me if they will distribute money, will you take it? Take money from them but vote only for Aam Aadmi Party..."


20:25 IST, February 2nd 2025

Himanta Biswa Sarma says BJP will free Delhi from Kejriwal

Assam CM and BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma says, "... We have to free Delhi. We have to free Delhi from people like Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and Satyendra Jain and form a double-engine government in Delhi..."
 



20:05 IST, February 2nd 2025

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann says Delhi will vote for Kejriwal

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann says, "I am campaigning all over Delhi... Everyone is saying 'abki baar Kejriwal' and 'fourth time Kejriwal'... On one side some people want to fight and on the other side, some want to study. People will vote on the 5th... The people of Delhi know everything. We have faith in the people."


19:37 IST, February 2nd 2025

Manohar Lal Khattar says BJP will form govt in Delhi

On Delhi Assembly elections, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar says "... I can say with full confidence that this time the BJP government will be formed (in Delhi) with an absolute majority."



19:36 IST, February 2nd 2025

Bihar Governor says on Budget, 'Bihar got many things'

On Union Budget 2025, Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan says, "...Bihar got many things (in the #Budget ) because Bihar deserves it..."


19:05 IST, February 2nd 2025

Anurag Thakur says Delhi wants to be AAP-free

BJP MP Anurag Thakur says, "The atmosphere in entire Delhi is in favour of BJP. People are chanting Modi-Modi and want to elect BJP. We have seen 15 years of Congress and 11 years of AAP-da misrule. Now the public wants to get rid of this dirty air, dirty drains and filthy environment... The people of Delhi want to make Delhi AAP-da free..."
 



19:03 IST, February 2nd 2025

'Bihar has just got a lollipop' says TMC leader on Budget

TMC leader Kunal Ghosh says, "Bihar has just got a lollipop. What has been given to Bihar? It is confusing the public of Bihar. It seems that Bihar has got a lot of things, but effectively it will not get anything. In the budget, even Bengal did not get anything. Bihar has got a lollipop and West Bengal has got 'thenga'...There is nothing about Bengal in this budget. There is nothing for the tribals, youth, farmers, railway security...The importance of Railways in this budget has been completely erased..."


18:41 IST, February 2nd 2025

Rajnath Singh says Delhi lags behind in development under AAP

During an election rally in Chandni Chowk, Defence Minister and Senior BJP leader Rajnath Singh says, "This is the first election of 2025...The biggest irony of Delhi is that there has been either a Congress or AAP govt in Delhi for the last 26 years...The way the entire country has progressed under the leadership of PM Modi, Delhi has not progressed in the same way. What crime has the people of Delhi done? We, the people of BJP want to develop the 'Dil' of India, with the same pace as the rest of the country..."



18:19 IST, February 2nd 2025

Arvind Kejriwal has set up a 'jhooth ki factory, says Haryana CM

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini says, "Arvind Kejriwal has set up a 'jhooth ki factory'...He gets up early morning and lies... On February 8 when the result will come, Arvind Kejriwal will be admitted to AIIMS...People of Delhi are angry with him..."


18:18 IST, February 2nd 2025

Priyanka Gandhi asks who speaks for people’s struggles

During an election rally in the Seemapuri Assembly constituency, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra says, " We all come to you during elections for campaigning, BJP and AAP leaders come too, you listen to everyone, I want to ask you people, who speaks about you? Does anyone understand your struggles?...you work day and night...even though you people work so hard, even after 2-3 members of family work, it isn't enough...govt has put GST on everything"



17:41 IST, February 2nd 2025

Congress forms EAGLE group to monitor free, fair elections

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has constituted an Empowered Action Group of Leaders and Experts (EAGLE) with immediate effect, comprising Ajay Maken, Digvijaya Singh, Abhishek Singhvi, Praveen Chakravarty, Pawan Khera, Gurdeep Singh Sappal, Nitin Raut, Challa Vamshi Chand Reddy, to monitor the conduct of free and fair elections by the Election Commission of India.
 


17:29 IST, February 2nd 2025

Priyanka Kakkar accuses BJP of attacking AAP campaign van

On members of the Maharashtra Valmiki Samaj and Dalit Mapanchayat attacking AAP's election campaign van, AAP National Spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar says "...BJP is heading towards a historic defeat. BJP had earlier got stones pelted on Arvind Kejriwal on 18th January...The morale of BJP goons has increased so much that today they are openly attacking the Aam Aadmi Party's campaign van. There was an LED installed on it, which they broke...The eyes of the Election Commission in Delhi are closed, they are not able to see any of the misdeeds of the BJP...Such hooliganism will not work in Delhi. The BJP should be called out for its misdeeds..."



17:02 IST, February 2nd 2025

Himanta Biswa Sarma defends Union Budget, slams opposition

On Union Budget 2025 and opposition's criticism regarding it, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says, " ...The middle class will benefit from it, and those earning up to Rs 12 lakhs won't have to pay taxes and your savings will again come into the market...when the tax savings come into the market, our retailers will benefit from it and the economy will grow...opposition sometimes insults Assam, Bihar and Delhi...in our country, Bihar comes the last when it comes to development, Bihar's economic potential has become very less, people of Bihar contribute the most to the development of country so if Bihar has received something out of this budget, Congress needs to be happy but opposition and Congress have taken an anti-Bihar stand..."


17:00 IST, February 2nd 2025

Manish Sisodia says Kejriwal's return to power is certain

AAP candidate from Jangpura assembly constituency, Manish Sisodia says, "The atmosphere is very good, it is in our favour...Everyone believes that Arvind Kejriwal is going to come to power...Even the BJP believes that Kejriwal will return to power... It is AAP parties work that people are coming to see across the world..." 



16:59 IST, February 2nd 2025

Rajnath Singh says Delhi lacks development under AAP

During an election rally in Rajendra Nagar, Defence Minister and Senior BJP leader Rajnath Singh says, " Delhi is one of the hearts of India but the biggest irony with Delhi is that for last 25 years, here it has been either the Congress govt or AAP govt. BJP didn't get the chance it deserved to serve Delhi...even though we have entered the 21st century, Delhi hasn't seen much development because of Congress and AAP govts..."


15:52 IST, February 2nd 2025

Uttarakhand CM joins public meeting for BJP's Ravindra Kumar in Bawana

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participates in a public meeting organized in support of BJP candidate Ravindra Kumar from Bawana assembly constituency in the Delhi Assembly elections in Bawana, Delhi.



15:33 IST, February 2nd 2025

BJP MP Mayank Nayak slams Kejriwal over budget comments

BJP MP Mayank Nayak says, "Arvind Kejriwal is putting allegations on other parties and this shows that he is going to lose the polls...The budget is for everyone...The budget is for the country it is not especially for the people of Delhi...it is for everyone, so Saurabh Bharadwaj should think before speaking..."


15:28 IST, February 2nd 2025

'AAP has become AAP-da in Delhi' says BJP's Virendraa

Delhi BJP president Virendraa Sachdeva says, "Aam Aadmi Party has become AAP-da in Delhi. Prime Minister has rightly said that all the straws of the broom (symbol of AAP party) have scattered."



14:39 IST, February 2nd 2025

UP: Two Injured in Road Rage Shooting Incident in Sonbhadra, Three Detained

Two people were injured in a shooting incident following a road rage dispute in Uttar Pradesh's Sonbhadra, police said on Sunday.

The incident occurred near Sheetla Chauraha in Robertsganj area around 11.35 pm on Saturday when Murli, from Pannuganj, was driving his SUV towards Barouli, Superintendent of Police Ashok Kumar Meena said.

His vehicle collided with a parked pickup truck in the area, leading to an altercation with its owner, Rajababu, and his associates, Suraj Sonkar and Vikas Sonkar, residents of Robertsganj, the officer said.


14:20 IST, February 2nd 2025

'Delhi Residents Have Decided to Defeat AAP-Da': PM Modi

PM Modi said 'AAP-da' committed scams in even health measures, those who 'looted' people will have to return it. 
 

He further said 'AAP-da' is spreading rumours, asserts no jhuggi will be demolished in Delhi and no welfare scheme closed.



14:00 IST, February 2nd 2025

PM Modi Highlights Government's Massive Tax Relief in Delhi Rally

In the address PM Modi said “never after Independence have those earning up to Rs 12 lakh received such a relief”. 


13:57 IST, February 2nd 2025

'The Middle Class Has Welcomed Our Budget as the Most Pro-Middle Class in India's History': PM Modi

In his address, PM Modi hailed the Union Budget as the people's budget. He stated India has become the fifth-largest economy.

"Your hard-earned money would have been grabbed by the corrupt," he further said. 

He emphasized that the BJP will use the money for the development of everyone in the country and the funds will be used for building roads, railways, water, electricity, schools, and hospitals. 

PM Modi said after the budget is implemented, the manufacturing cost of several goods will decrease. “Only the BJP is respecting the middle class" he said.

“The whole of the middle class is praising the budget, calling it the most middle-class-friendly budget", he highlighted. 



13:43 IST, February 2nd 2025

'AAP-DA has wasted 11 years of Delhi': PM Modi

In his address to the public in RK Puram, PM Modi promised that he will improve the lives of everyone, whether they are from the middle class or poor. The BJP will create a double-engine government focused on the development of Delhi. He also said that the AAP government should not return and waste another 5 years. The ‘jhaadu’ (AAP symbol) is crumbling even before the elections. He also said AAP-Da has been exposed. 
 


13:12 IST, February 2nd 2025

Supreme Court Holds 'National Conference to Address Issues Faced by State Judiciary'

The Supreme Court has organised a "National Conference on Addressing Issues Faced by the State Judiciary" to engage in a meaningful dialogue with different stakeholders and functionaries in the state judiciary, in order to understand the challenges being faced by them and to chalk out a plan to address the same.

The conference held on February 1 under the guidance of Chief Justice of India Sanjeev Khanna had four technical sessions, which covered diverse topics affecting the performance of the state judiciary.



13:08 IST, February 2nd 2025

Budget Is by the People, for the People, Says FM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday described the Union Budget as "by the people, for the people, of the people", and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was fully behind the idea to cut taxes but it took time to convince the bureaucrats.

"We have heard the voice of middle class" who had been complaining about their aspirations not being met despite being honest taxpayers, she told PTI in an interview.


13:06 IST, February 2nd 2025

SC to Hear Plea Seeking Safety Measures for Devotees at Maha Kumbh on Feb 3

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday a plea seeking implementation of specific guidelines and regulations to ensure safety of devotees attending the Maha Kumbh where at least 30 people were killed and 60 injured in a stampede on January 29.

According to the cause list on February 3 uploaded on the apex court website, a bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar is slated to hear the PIL filed by advocate Vishal Tiwari.

The petition seeks to prevent stampede incidents and protect the fundamental rights of equality and life under Article 21 of the Constitution.

The plea, which made the Centre and all the states as parties, has sought a direction to the Centre and the state governments to work collectively



12:42 IST, February 2nd 2025

Poppy Cultivation Worth Over Rs 27 cr Destroyed in Assam

Around 170 bighas (over 56 acres) of poppy farming worth more than Rs 27 crore were destroyed in Goalpara district of Assam in January, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday.

"Dear Local Pablo Escobars, Sorry to spoil your planned Udta Assam party! Because @Goalpara_Police destroyed 170 Bighas of poppy cultivation in the Char areas worth Rs 27.20 crore in January," Sarma said in a post on X.

He also uploaded a video, showing a tractor smashing the purported poppy plantation amid the presence of a huge posse of policemen.


12:18 IST, February 2nd 2025

Odisha Police Arrest 8 Accused for Rs 3.51 Crore Robbery in Kalahandi

Odisha Police have apprehended eight individuals of an inter-state gang involved in a high-profile robbery at a distillation centre in Kalahandi district's Dharamgarh Police Station area on the night of January 30 and 31.
 



12:06 IST, February 2nd 2025

Cloudy Weather Forecast in Kashmir Valley as Srinagar Chills at 1°C

Jammu and Kashmir's summer capital Srinagar continued to feel the winter chill with the minimum temperature at 1.0 degrees Celsius on Sunday, as per India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The city is likely to experience partly cloudy sky becoming generally cloudy towards afternoon or evening or night' today, as per the Met Department.


12:00 IST, February 2nd 2025

Chhattisgarh: Jal Jeevan Mission Brings Clean Drinking Water to Naxal-Affected Chunchuna

In a groundbreaking development, the Jal Jeevan Mission has brought clean drinking water to the Naxal-affected Chunchuna village in Balrampur, Chhattisgarh, the first time since Independence.

This significant achievement has benefited around 100 households in the village, providing them with access to pure and adequate water.



11:53 IST, February 2nd 2025

President Murmu Extends Greetings on Basant Panchami

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday extended her best wishes on the occasion of Basant Panchami and Saraswati Puja and prayed for India to become a global knowledge hub.


11:37 IST, February 2nd 2025

Veteran TMC MLA Nasiruddin Ahmed Dies

Veteran Trinamool Congress MLA of Kaliganj in Nadia district Nasiruddin Ahmed died of cardiac arrest on Sunday, party sources said.

Ahmed fell sick at his residence at around 11:50 pm on Saturday and was rushed to Palasi Hospital where he died in the early hours of Sunday, they said.

Condoling the death of Ahmed, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in a post on X said, "Saddened by the sudden demise of my colleague Nasiruddin Ahmed ( Laal), MLA from Kaliganj, Nadia." Ahmed was popularly known as 'Laal da' in the area.



11:06 IST, February 2nd 2025

Civilian Murdered by Maoists in Gadchiroli

As per preliminary information, one civilian was murdered by Maoists early on Sunday morning in Kiyer village, Bhamragad Tehsil in South Gadchiroli.

The victim, identified as Sukhram Madavi, was strangulated, leading to his death.


11:04 IST, February 2nd 2025

Prayagraj All Set for Amrit Snan Tomorrow, Devotees Laud Arrangements

The city of Prayagraj is all set to host the Amrit Snan on February 3, coinciding with Basant Panchami, as part of the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela 2025.

As of Saturday, over 330 million (33 crores) devotees have taken the holy dip at Maha Kumbh, marking it as the largest religious gathering in the world. On that same day, more than 200 international devotees participated in prayers and bhajan kirtans in Prayagraj, expressing their appreciation for the spiritual energy and exceptional organization of the e



11:02 IST, February 2nd 2025

Air India Express Launches Daily Direct Flight Service Between Mangaluru and Delhi

In a move set to enhance air connectivity for travellers in Karnataka, Air India Express has launched a daily direct flight service between Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) and Delhi International Airport.

The service aims to provide passengers with greater travel convenience and flexibility.

According to a press release from the spokesperson of MIA, the inaugural flight, IX 1552, departed from Mangaluru at 6.40 am and landed in Delhi at 9.35am on February 1.


10:42 IST, February 2nd 2025

PM Modi Extends Greetings on Basant Panchami, Saraswati Puja

On the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami and Saraswati Puja Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extended their wishes to the people, praying for wisdom, prosperity, and well-being.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X and wrote, "Best wishes on the auspicious occasions of Basant Panchami and Saraswati Puja."



10:18 IST, February 2nd 2025

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu to Campaign for BJP In Delhi Assembly Polls

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will depart for the national capital on Sunday to campaign for BJP candidates in the Delhi Assembly elections, official sources said.

Naidu will leave from Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad this afternoon and is expected to reach Delhi by 5 pm, they said.


10:20 IST, February 2nd 2025

3 Members of Radical Meitei Outfit Held in Manipur for Extortion

Security forces have arrested three members of Meitei radical outfit Arambai Tenggol for allegedly being involved in extortion in Manipur's Imphal West district, police said on Sunday.

They were apprehended from Keithelmanbi in the district on Saturday as they were accused of "issuing challan for collection of money to drivers of commercial vehicles plying on Imphal-Jiribam National Highway", a senior officer said.

The arrested persons have been identified as Thangjam George Singh (28), Abujam Narendra Singh (21) and Wahengbam Amarjit Singh (35).

One printer along with nine paper rolls, two handheld wireless sets and other articles were seized from their possession, police said.



09:50 IST, February 2nd 2025

Kejriwal Writes to EC, Demands Appointment of Independent Observers in New Delhi Constituency

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal has alleged attack on his party workers ahead of the Delhi assembly polls and demanded that the Election Commission appoint independent observers in his New Delhi constituency.

In a letter to the Election Commission, Kejriwal has also demanded arrest of BJP workers allegedly involved in such incidents and suspension of police officers concerned.

No immediate reaction was available from the BJP and the Delhi Police over Kejriwal's claims.


09:49 IST, February 2nd 2025

Five Pilgrims Killed, Several Injured as Bus Falls into Gorge in Gujarat

Five persons were killed and 17 others suffered grievous injuries after a private bus carrying pilgrims fell into a deep gorge in Gujarat's Dang district early Sunday morning, police said.

The accident occurred at around 4.15 am when the driver of the bus lost control over the wheels near the Saputara hill station, in-charge Superintendent of Police SG Patil said.

The bus, carrying 48 pilgrims, broke the crash barrier and fell at a depth of about 35 feet into the gorge, he said.



09:15 IST, February 2nd 2025

Wanted Accused in Double Murder Case Arrested After Encounter in UP

An accused in a double murder case was arrested following an encounter with police in Captainganj area of the district, police said on Sunday.

The encounter took place Thursday night near the Garha Gautam village when a joint team of Captainganj and Dubouliya police along with the Special Operations Group (SOG) attempted to apprehend the accused.

City Circle Officer (CO) Satyendra Bhushan Tiwari said that when the police cornered Balveer, he attempted to flee and opened fire at the police team.


09:13 IST, February 2nd 2025

Delhi Polls: Rajasthan CM Bhajan to Hold 3 Public Meeting in Delhi Today

Delhi Polls: Rajasthan CM Bhajan to Hold 3 Public Meeting in Delhi Today 



08:59 IST, February 2nd 2025

Delhi Polls: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari to Launch New Campaign Song Today

Delhi Polls: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari to Launch New Campaign Song Today


08:57 IST, February 2nd 2025

Delhi Polls: PM Modi to Hold Public Rally in RK Puram at 1 PM

Delhi Polls: PM Modi to Hold Public Rally in RK Puram at 1 PM 



08:54 IST, February 2nd 2025

Residents Seek Refuge in Night Shelters as Cold Weather Continues to Grip Delhi

On Saturday night, many were seen huddled in shelters across areas like Nizamuddin and Lodhi Road, looking for warmth amid the harsh conditions.

The shelters are usually simple structures--either, community centers, or tents--with basic amenities like heaters or blowers to provide warmth.

In coordination with various NGOs, the Delhi government has made efforts to provide warm clothing, blankets, and heated spaces to accommodate the growing number of people turning to these facilities.


08:34 IST, February 2nd 2025

Union Minister Manjhi Defends Union Budget Amid Opposition Criticism

Amid opposition criticism, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has praised the Union Budget, saying that it is not only for Bihar but for the entire nation and is a significant step toward fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Viksit Bharat.'

"PM Modi is worried a lot for the North East and as a result, he is working a lot for the development of people of North East...The budget is not only for Bihar but for the whole nation...This is a very positive and important step towards fulfilling PM Modi's resolve of 'Viksit Bharat," he said.



08:19 IST, February 2nd 2025

Haryana: 6 Dead, Several Missing After Vehicle Plunges into Canal in Fatehabad

At least six people died, two were injuries, and several remain missing after a vehicle carrying 14 people plunged into a canal in Haryana's Fatehabad late on Friday night, officials said.

According to Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Jagdish Chandra, "The 14 people were returning after attending a wedding ceremony in Punjab's Fazilka when the vehicle they were travelling in plunged into a canal in Fatehabad."


08:16 IST, February 2nd 2025

Former DGP RP Thakur Appointed as Advisor to Andhra Pradesh Government

Former Director General of Police (DGP) RP Thakur has been appointed as an advisor to the Andhra Pradesh government for a two-year term.

An official order stated, "The government hereby appoints RP Thakur, IPS (Rtd), as advisor to government of Andhra Pradesh, for a period of two years from the date of assumption of charge of the post. The advisor shall discharge his duties from the AP Bhavan, New Delhi."



07:40 IST, February 2nd 2025

Assam CM Himanta Sarma Welcomes Union Budget 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed the provisions in the Union Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday, saying that it has provided significant relief to the middle and lower-middle classes.

CM Sarma expressed gratitude for the income tax exemption for individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh annually, calling it a "huge relief."


07:39 IST, February 2nd 2025

Delhi Polls: Uttarakhand CM Dhami Slams Congress and AAP, Calls Them 'Partners in Corruption and Appeasement'

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami criticized the Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ahead of the Delhi Assembly polls, accusing both parties of being partners in corruption and appeasement politics.

CM Dhami was addressing a public meeting organized in support of BJP candidate Sandeep Sehrawat in the Matiala assembly constituency as part of the Delhi election campaign.
 



07:34 IST, February 2nd 2025

Report on Waqf (Amendment) Bill to Be Presented in Lok Sabha Tomorrow

The report of the Joint Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is slated to be presented in the Lok Sabha on Monday, February 3. 


According to the List of Business, Jagdambika Pal, the Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, along with BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal, will present the report (Hindi and English versions) of the Joint Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024.
 

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