Govt clears Rs 79K cr defence buys; Pinaka rockets, drones, radars in focus

The defence ministry on Monday approved procurement of long range rockets, missiles, radar systems and military platforms worth Rs 79,000 crore to bolster the military's combat prowess. IMAGE: V......

SC directs public display of voter discrepancies in Bengal

Observing that the Special Intensive Revision process in West Bengal should be transparent and not cause inconvenience, the Supreme Court directed the Election Commission (EC) on Monday to display......

The Do-able 2026 Bucket List

A workable, do-able 'to-do' list for the New Year... IMAGE: Children hold a 2026 cutout ahead of New Year celebrations in Prayagraj. Photograph: ANI Photo In the final hours of the last day of the......

Govt to bring G RAM G Bill to replace MGNREGA; guarantees 125-day work

The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025 that seeks to replace the existing rural employment law MGNREGA is set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha......

Govt urged not to hike I-T surcharge on super-rich in Budget

The government should refrain from raising income tax surcharge on the super-rich and reintroducing wealth tax in the upcoming 2026-27 Budget, as the move could prompt persons in high-income......

Trade unions to go on strike in Feb, demand withdrawal of labour codes

Trade unions have decided to launch a phased, consistent struggle to press for the withdrawal of the labour codes and go on a countrywide general strike in February next year, a statement said on......

'On Track For GDP Growth Exceeding 6.8%'

'I will not be surprised if there is a 7 per cent handle in front of the decimal place for the full financial year.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff The Indian economy can grow above the upper......

'Sovereignty in foundational industries is critical for countries'

'The steel industry has a multiplier effect on direct and indirect employment, national security on the supply chain, technology access etc.' Kindly note the image have only been published for......

SMAT: FIRs against four Assam cricketers for corruption

They are being accused of influencing and attempting to instigate some of the Assam players who took part in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.   IMAGE: During the suspension period, these players are......

Gary Stead ready to transform Andhra cricket

IMAGE: Gary Stead said he was impressed by the vision offered to him by Andhra Cricket Association. Photograph: Black Caps/X Gary Stead understands that being the head coach of Andhra for the......

Street-smart, tough: Manhas takes charge as BCCI chief

'He was always a people's person. Don't forget he had been a Delhi captain in a team that had a lot of big stars, India players. They played under him and he managed them fairly well.'   IMAGE:......

'100 Things' Crippling West Indies Cricket Diagnosed!

"It's been that case for years, where we are not in the same level-playing field as other playing countries," Brian Lara said after the meeting. IMAGE: The meeting occurred in the backdrop of the......

PIX: Dhoni's Prized Hummer Gets Military Makeover!

As the 'Captain Cool' drove the military-themed vehicle through the streets of his home town, the patriotic spirit resonated with the fans, making the moment even more meaningful. IMAGE: MS......