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Finance ministry secretary V Vualnam (File photo) Expenditure secretary V Vualnam says fiscal prudence was a clear priority for govt and within the constraints of the Budget, it has rolled out support for critical sectors. Excerpts:Can you help us understand the overall strategy behind the spending plan? How much flexibility on raising capex does govt…
KASARAGOD: Fresh parole to a convict in Kerala’s Periya double-murder case reignited political outrage, with Congress-headed opposition boycotting the assembly on Monday after the speaker blocked an urgent debate over repeated releases of prisoners.The case involves the 2019 political killing of Youth Congress workers Kripesh and Sarath Lal in Periya, a village in Kasaragod district…
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Tuesday urged the Centre to “take the Parliament and the entire country into confidence” over details of the India-US trade agreement after US President Donald Trump publicly announced and outlined its key components. Adding Indians have the right to know the full terms of the pact.In a post on X,…
The decision to move back to India after years abroad is rarely simple. For many professionals who have spent a significant part of their adult lives in the US, the idea of returning is weighed down by fears of regression, poorer infrastructure, pollution, bureaucracy, work culture, and a perceived loss of quality of life. Online…
Precious metals prices bounced back sharply on Tuesday, with gold and silver gaining over 2 percent after suffering steep losses in the previous session. The earlier decline was driven by the nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the US Federal Reserve and a hike in margin requirements by CME Group. Spot gold…
NEW DELHI: Just 17, Anahat Singh is learning how to make big moments look routine. On Sunday in Washington, she delivered the biggest result of her young career with the calm of someone who seems to know exactly where she is headed. Anahat stunned top seed, reigning Commonwealth Games champion and world No. 10 Georgina…
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has invited applications for the post of Development Assistant 2026. A total of 162 vacancies are available, including positions for Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi). Interested candidates must submit their applications online by today, 3 February 2026, as the portal will close after this date.The…
As anticipation builds for the ‘Dhurandhar 2’ teaser, the creators have dropped an electrifying poster showcasing Ranveer Singh in a chilling, blood-spattered look, teasing a storyline packed with intensity. This sequel to the blockbuster that grossed Rs 1300 crore is set to enthrall audiences with even more heart-pounding action and deep intrigue. ‘Dhurandhar’ made massive…
Choosing a baby boy’s name often starts with meaning and ends with emotion. Many Indian parents also look at real role models, people who built success with talent, discipline, and grit. Celebrity-inspired names work best when they feel familiar, grounded, and future-ready, not flashy. Here are eight baby boy names inspired by successful celebrities, each…
Singer Palash Sen opened up about Arijit Singh’s recent move away from film playback, sharing relatable anecdotes from his own career. Having starred in the 2002 film ‘Filhaal’, Sen wasn’t originally keen on acting but embraced it for the sake of a single song. He empathizes with Arijit’s choice, acknowledging his own past commitments to…
