West Bengal Budget: Mamata govt proposes Rs 500 monthly addition in Lakshmi Bhandar scheme under Rs 4.06 lakh cr interim budget

Chaitra Navratri 2026, one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals dedicated to Goddess Durga, will begin on Thursday, March 19, 2026 and conclude on Friday, March 27, 2026 with Ram Navami celebrations.Chaitra Navratri 2026, one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals dedicated to Goddess Durga

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Railway track incident: A woman sustained serious injuries after being hit by a wooden log that was thrown towards her when a high-speed train passed by at Paharpur Station in Bihar. Railway track incident: In a shocking incident, a woman reportedly sustained serious injuries after being hit by a

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The Lok Sabha on Thursday passed the motion of thanks on the President's address to the House amid uproar by Opposition members, without Prime Minister Narendra Modi replying to it. The Lok Sabha witnessed repeated disruptions and could not function on Thursday. When the House assembled at 11 am

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The Competition Commission of India on Wednesday ordered an investigation into whether IndiGo abused its “dominant position” as the country's largest carrier when it cancelled and delayed several flights in December, citing a shortage of pilots and crew

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Olympic gold medallist shooter Abhinav Bindra expressed that he felt “truly humbled" and “honoured" after carrying the Olympic torch ahead of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. He described the torch as a symbol of unity and perseverance

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IT services major Cognizant on Wednesday said it aims to hire about 24,000-25,000 freshers in 2026 as part of its strategy to expand “bottom of the pyramid” workforce. The hiring target represents an increase of approximately 20 per cent over its 2025 intake

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US President Trump announced a trade deal with India, cutting tariffs from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, and claimed that India would stop buying Russian oil. However, Kremlin spokesperson Peskov clarified that Russia isn't India's only supplier and that Moscow has received no official communication

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Admittedly, Tokyo is fantastic, futuristic, sweeping you up with its quick pace, skyscrapers, neighbourhoods with quirky fashion, pop culture, neon lights, trendy districts like Ginza, Michelin-star restaurants, immersive art exhibitions, bustling nightlife and food scene. The vibe, I thought

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On February 3, 2026, Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary responded in writing to Rajya Sabha member Javed Ali Khan's question about whether the 8th CPC has started functioning on a regular basis. New Delhi: As lakhs of central government employees are expecting a salary hike based on

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West Bengal has presented an interim budget of Rs 4.06 lakh crore for fiscal year 2026-27. A key proposal includes an additional Rs 500 monthly increase for women under the Lakshmi Bhandar scheme, effective February 2026. Additionally, gig workers will now be covered by state social security

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Technology has become an inseparable part of everyday life, and avoiding it is no longer possible. As dependence on screens increases, it has repercussions for health, on both the body and mind, said fitness coach Priti Chawla at the Lit for Life 2026 on Sunday

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Google Pixel 10a design, launch date and other details have been revealed by the company spoiling the fun for leaksters. To be fair, reliable tipster Evan Blass aka Evleaks does get the credit for leaking the Pixel 10a design and other features

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Former England captain Nasser Hussain has sparked intense debate by openly supporting the defiant stances of Bangladesh and Pakistan ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup. Former England captain Nasser Hussain has sparked intense debate by openly supporting the defiant stances of Bangladesh and Pakistan

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NATO on Thursday emphasised on the need for “responsibility and restraint" as the New START treaty between the US and Russia that imposed limits on their nuclear arsenals expired. “Restraint and responsibility in the nuclear domain is crucial to global security

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Ranbir Kapoor and Sandeep Reddy Vanga tease Animal Park, promising a bigger sequel as Ranbir says he can't wait to return to the role. The journey of Animal is far from over. Months after the film's explosive run at the box office, Ranbir Kapoor and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga have begun openly

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India-US ties: Speaking about the meetings with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, EAM S Jaishankar said that the discussions ranged from global developments to India-US ties. Meanwhile, at the Critical Minerals meet, the EAM underlined India's support for the FORGE (Forum on Resource

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Bharat taxi is launching today in a move set to disrupt India's multi-billion dollar ride-hailing industry. Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah is launching "Bharat Taxi" today, February 5, 2026, at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi.This isn't just another app; it is the world's largest

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Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Thursday (February 5, 2026) after a three-day rally amid a weak trend in global stock markets. Also Read | Latest stock market updates After starting the trade on a bearish note, the 30-share BSE Sensex further dropped 278

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BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar has written to Harvard University questioning its decision to award a completion certificate to Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy after he attended an executive leadership programme at the Harvard Kennedy School

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RCB vs DC WPL 2026 final prediction, pitch report, key battles and expert winner call ahead of tonight's blockbuster in Vadodara. The Women's Premier League 2026 final pits Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) against Delhi Capitals (DC) tonight (February 5) at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara

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The Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAMCET) 2026 application process has commenced on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. The exam, which will be conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Kakinada, will take place from May 12 to 20, 2026

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Vivo is all set to launch its mid-range V70 lineup in India on 19 February at 12 noon. The latest upgrade to the V70 series will include the V70 and V70 Elite with the company's latest OriginOS 6 based on Android 16. Here's a look at everything to expect from the V70 lineup

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Indian long-distance runner Pooja Aatmaram has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) for evading a dope test. Aatmaram, who competes in the 5000m and 10,000m events, achieved her most significant performance by finishing third in the Indian Grand Prix 2 in 2024

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Tejashwi Yadav of the RJD has vocally contested the methods employed by the ruling NDA, claiming they funneled a staggering Rs 40,000 crore to sabotage the Mahagathbandhan in the latest Bihar assembly elections. He raised alarms over a democracy compromised by threats and coercion

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Dark chocolate has long been seen as an indulgent treat. However, emerging research suggests that when consumed in moderation, it may offer several health benefits. “Dark chocolate is very different from milk chocolate because it contains a higher percentage of cocoa solids and far less sugar

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Delhi is bringing back double-decker buses this month for a special tourism service. These electric buses will connect major attractions like Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya and the National War Memorial. The service aims to offer visitors a smoother sightseeing experience

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AI startup Anthropic claims that its generative AI chatbot Claude will remain completely ad-free forever. At a time when OpenAI recently announced that ChatGPT will start incorporating ads in its conversations, the Dario Amodei-led startup takes a swipe at this mode of making money

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