India

India’s Ketan Chawla began his Asian Snooker Championships campaign with a 4-2 win over Qatar’s Mohanna Alobaidli in Doha. Laxman Rawat, however, lost a close 3-4 contest to Iran’s Shahin Sabzi in Group J

Hyderabad took firm control of their Ranji Trophy Group D match against Chhattisgarh, posting 631 in reply to 283. K Himateja scored 171 and M Sai Pragnay Reddy hit 126, while Chhattisgarh ended day three at 100 for two

Kerala’s political landscape is witnessing gradual change ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. While the LDF seeks a third term, the Congress-led UDF and the BJP are gaining ground through recent electoral gains and shifting voter trends

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a supplementary chargesheet in a Special PMLA Court in Visakhapatnam in connection with the Andhra Pradesh skill development project case. The agency has so far attached assets worth Rs 54.74 crore

The Economic Survey 2025–26 highlights Telangana’s improved macroeconomic indicators, declining inflation, and fiscal self-reliance. The State contributes significantly to India’s services output and has emerged as a preferred destination for startups, particularly in the Gen-AI ecosystem.

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget, farmers across India seek higher MSP, better insurance, improved irrigation and wider market access. Farmer groups have raised concerns over falling subsidies and rising costs

The BJP’s appointment of campaign managers for 41 Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu highlights its electoral priorities ahead of polls. The list reflects a strong focus on western districts and key regions as the party prepares for alliance negotiations with the AIADMK

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sunetra Pawar on becoming Maharashtra’s first woman Deputy Chief Minister. He expressed confidence in her leadership and dedication to public welfare. Pawar was elected NCP Legislature Party leader and sworn in by the Governor

Hyderabad’s short documentary REO: The Dangerous Peak, directed by 19-year-old Shourya SreeKere, has been selected for DPIFF 2026

Kerala Congress leader VD Satheesan met MP Shashi Tharoor in Thiruvananthapuram, signalling improved relations. The meeting is part of efforts to end internal differences and strengthen the UDF ahead of Assembly elections

A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the death of Bengaluru businessman C J Roy amid allegations of pressure from Income Tax officials. Political leaders in Karnataka and Kerala have demanded a comprehensive inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident

Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav said NDDB and CFTRI reports confirmed adulteration in TTD ghee and accused the previous YSRCP government of suppressing evidence. He alleged dilution of norms led to irregularities and corruption in laddu preparation

India’s U19 team virtually interacted with Sachin Tendulkar ahead of their decisive Super Six clash against Pakistan in the U-19 World Cup. Led by Ayush Mhatre, India earlier beat Zimbabwe by 204 runs, while Pakistan suffered a blow with Mohammad Shayan ruled out

England defeated India by 15 runs in the second T20I of the Mixed Disability Series in Greater Noida, levelling the series 1-1. Angus Garant Brown’s unbeaten century powered England to 206 for 3, while India finished at 191 for 8

Jailed activist and scientist Sonam Wangchuk was taken to AIIMS Jodhpur for medical examination following Supreme Court directions. The court sought his medical report amid concerns over his declining health and ordered specialist treatment at a government hospital

Indian teenager Anahat Singh fought back from two games down to defeat Egypt’s Sana Ibrahim in the Squash on Fire Open quarterfinals in Washington. She will face Sabrina Sobhy in the semifinals, while Veer Chotrani lost to England’s Declan James

Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the TMC government of shielding infiltrators, blocking border fencing and encouraging corruption at a BJP rally in West Bengal. He said a BJP government was necessary for national security and predicted the party’s victory in 2026

Indian shuttler Devika Sihag entered her maiden BWF Super 300 final at the Thailand Masters with a 22-20, 21-13 win over Huang Yu-Hsun. The 20-year-old will face Malaysia’s Goh Jin Wei in the summit clash

All construction work related to the Ram temple in Ayodhya is expected to be completed by April 30, according to Ram Temple Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Mishra. The project, costing around Rs 1,900 crore, is in its final phase

A traffic policeman in Indore, known as the ‘dancing cop’, has been demoted to constable for alleged indiscipline on social media. Authorities said the action follows viral photos and videos, while a separate inquiry over indecent messages is also underway

Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has urged the CPI(M) to expel former MLA A Padmakumar, who is in judicial custody in the Sabarimala gold theft case. He cited court observations and raised concerns over the party’s inaction

A 17-year-old Kashmiri boy recalled being assaulted by a shopkeeper in Uttarakhand for speaking in his native language. The incident led to police action and strong political reactions, with leaders demanding strict punishment and better protection for J&K residents

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth straight Union Budget on February 1. Key focus areas include fiscal deficit, capital expenditure, borrowing, tax revenue, GST collections, and nominal GDP growth, which will guide market expectations

From February 1, the government will introduce a new tax structure for cigarettes, tobacco products, and pan masala. The move includes additional excise duty, a new cess, and MRP-based valuation to curb evasion and improve revenue