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For America, why India is not China

Ten reasons why the Trump Administration should hold off on tariff hikes for India

In Trump's pardons for Jan 6 rioters, a tale of two realities

President Donald Trump issued a full and unconditional pardon to almost all those convicted of participating in the attack on the US Capitol, instructed the Department of Justice to drop cases against others who stand accused, and commuted the sentences of those convicted of more serious offenses in an audacious attempt to rewrite recent history.

Gogawale supporters protest outside Shinde's bungalow

Statement made after 400,000 bogus applicants were found in the ₹1 crop insurance scheme

Saif Ali Khan's Health Insurer Approved Claim Worth ₹25 Lakh. His Hospital Bill Was ~₹26 Lakh

The health insurance claim document of actor Saif Ali Khan, leaked on microblogging platform X last week, has ignited a heated debate about the stark differences in how insurance companies handle claims for celebrities vis-à-vis the average citizen.

Small biz, startups may get more budget aid

The Union Budget for 2025-26 is likely to step up financial support for startups and small businesses that account for nearly a third of India's economic output.

Trump Withdraws From Paris Climate Agreement, Again

President Donald Trump signed an executive order soon after taking office on Monday directing the US' withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement, weakening what has, over the past four years especially, become a global movement to combat the climate crisis.

Court orders shifting of Chetan Singh Chaudhary from Akola to Thane jail

RPF constable Chetan Singh Chaudhary, currently lodged in Akola Central Jail after having allegedly shot his senior and 3 Muslim passengers in a train in July 2023, will be shifted to Thane Central Jail so that he can be examined at Thane Regional Mental Hospital, as per an order passed on Tuesday by a sessions court.

HC raps ED for 'mala-fide' probe, imposes ₹1L penalty

The Bombay High Court on Tuesday ruled that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) had launched a probe with \"mala-fide intentions\" into a contractual dispute and imposed a fine of ₹1 lakh each on the agency (ED) and the complainant in the case.

New corridors planned for India's bullet train network

THE BJP IN ITS GENERAL ELECTION MANIFESTO HAD PROMISED THREE CORRIDORS FOR HIGH-SPEED TRAINS

MVA leaders meet for first time since polls, discuss LoP position

Leaders of the three main alliance partners in the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi met for the first time after the state assembly elections, to take stock of the political situation in the state.

Trump-shaped climate disaster

Orders by US president threaten to undermine global battle against the climate crisis

JSW Group Signs MoU for ₹3 Lakh Cr Investment in Maharashtra

Diversified JSW Group on Tuesday announced plans to invest ₹3 lakh crore in Maharashtra across its businesses.

Assailant entered building via open door in basement parking lot

Accused conducted recce of Khan's building after learning that several actors and rich people lived in Bandra: Police

Biker Killed, Two Injured in Hit-and-Run in Thane

A 17-year-old boy died on the spot, and two others were severely injured after an unidentified vehicle hit their bike at Anjur Phata Road on Monday night.

School Urges BMC to Probe Skin Irritation

After a few students of the Swami Vivekanand International School (SVIS) in Kandivali West complained of skin irritation on Monday, prompting the school to start a round of deep cleaning and water tests with no conclusive answers, it has now decided to write to the BMC on Wednesday, asking them to do a round of checks in the surroundings to get to the possible answers to the problem.

Waqf panel holds last meeting in Lucknow

The joint parliamentary committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill held its last meeting with stakeholders in Lucknow on Tuesday and the panel will submit its report to Parliament in the upcoming budget session, panel chairman Jagdambika Pal said.

Police to close Wankhede's atrocities case against Malik

The JSW Group on Tuesday announced it had signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra government to invest ₹3,00,000 crore across

Lack of wickets in middle overs may peg India back

There is a changing trend in Indian cricket with regards to player selection ever since Gautam Gambhir has taken over as India coach.

HC bail to 22-yr-old nabbed with drugs

The Bombay high court on Monday granted bail to a 22-year-old man, arrested for allegedly carrying 220 grams of Mephedrone (MD), citing procedural lapses in the investigation and overcrowding of prisons.

2% Increase in Commuters on Central Railway Locals

Marginal Increase

Neutral expert upholds India's stand on Indus treaty with Pak

India-Pak rift on Indus Water Treaty A World Bank-appointed neutral expert has backed New Delhi's position on the framework to resolve disputes between India and Pakistan on Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects

Sebi May Allow IPO Trade Pre-Listing to Cut Grey Market: Buch

To curb grey market activity, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is considering introducing a \"when-listed\" trading period for securities between the closure of an initial public offering (IPO) and their formal listing on exchanges.

Modi Likely To Visit Kumbh On Feb 5

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit the Mahakumbh on February 5, a top bureaucrat aware of the matter told HT over a phone call from Prayagraj.

Judicial Panel Reaches Sambhal To Probe Riots

A judicial commission formed by the Uttar Pradesh government visited Sambhal on Tuesday to inspect areas affected by violence during the survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid on November 24 last year and record statements of witnesses.

India Set To Host 2025 Fide World Cup From Oct 31

India is all set to host possibly the most important chess tournament of the year, the Fide World Cup.

EVs to reach 35% of total vehicle sales by 2030

Govt working on a second policy to promote EVs, said environment minister

The Lingering Pain of the Kashmiri Pandit Exodus

It has been more than three decades now since the unfortunate exodus of the Kashmiri Pandits began in January 1990.

China Executes 62-Year-Old Who Killed 35 in Zhuhai Car Rampage

China on Monday executed a man who killed 35 people in a car rampage in the southern city of Zhuhai in November, in the country's deadliest mass attack in years.

Don't feel the need to prove anything: Axar

Axar Patel wasn't on the flight to Australia last November.

Engaging with President Trump

India-US ties may be immune to a change of guard in Washington, but New Delhi should be prepared to respond to the challenges ahead