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As Census looms after years of delay, questions over expenditure persist

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is also expected to gather up the unspent capex and allocation for the current fiscal to push for a massive spending effort in FY26

LIVE news: India's GDP may grow 6.4% in FY25, govt's first advance estimates say

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Srinagar airport announces inauguration of smoking zone, receives backlash

With the opening of a smoking area within the Security Hold Area close to Gate 07, Srinagar International Airport "inaugurated" a new facility for travelers, which was criticised by netizens

HMPV cases in India LIVE updates: Health Secretary urges states to raise public awareness on HMPV

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PM Modi to lay foundation, inaugurate slew of projects in Andhra on Jan 8

This will be the Prime Minister's first visit to the state, after he assumed the office of PM for the third consecutive term in 2024

No need to panic over HMPV: TN Health minister after 2 cases found

Those with cold, cough and fever may get themselves tested for HMPV but there is no exclusive treatment for it, the minister said

Odisha aims to be a leading aviation hub, focus on MRO facilities: Official

A high-level stakeholder consultation, hosted by the Commerce and Transport Department, was held on Jan 6 and attendees deliberated on the development of MRO in the state

Manmohan's economic policies formed basis of India's growth: TN CM Stalin

Paying rich tributes to Singh at a memorial meeting organised by the TNCC here, MK Stalin said the late Prime Minister had served as Finance Minister during the economic crisis

HMPV cases in India: Which age group is most affected? Check complete guide

Seven HMPV cases have been confirmed in India. The preventive measures include washing your hands, covering your mouth while coughing or sneezing and staying away from symptomatic individuals

Amritpal Singh's family under house arrest amid law and order concerns

Police personnel were reportedly deployed outside his residence, restricting the movement of all household members

Controversial godman Asaram gets interim bail in 2013 rape case

The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram on medical grounds till March 31 in 2013 rape case

Maha Kumbh 2025: Opulence and devotion converge with Rs 1 lakh tents

As Prayagraj prepares to host the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, luxury camps and accommodations highlight the growing trend of blending spirituality with indulgence

Amit Shah launches Bharatpol, India's new crime-fighting digital platform

Amit Shah launches Bharatpol, India's new crime-fighting digital platform, to help catch fugitives abroad and improve cooperation with international law enforcement

All need to take those precautions: Karnataka home minister on HMPV cases

The doctors and the specialists are saying that this is not a dangerous one but precautions have already been instructed by the health department, G. Parameshwara said

Centre notifies procedure for export of certified organic products

India has fixed a target of $2 billion exports for organic food products by 2030

SC to hear pleas against invalidation of Bengal teacher positions on Jan 15

Taking note of the submissions of lawyers, the CJI said the matter will be heard by a two-judge bench comprising him and Justice Kumar at 2 pm on January 15

Govt ready for any kind of situation: UP Deputy CM Pathak over HMPV

Concerning the virus, we are moving forward with complete alertness, we also have a high-level meeting today, Pathak said

Centre urges states, UTs to ensure undertrial prisoner relief in jails

MHA had issued an advisory to the states and UTs in this regard on October 16 last year and had requested them to provide the benefit of the provisions of Section 479 of BNSS to all eligible prisoners

3 dead, 6 trapped in flooded Assam coal mine; rescue efforts continue

Nine workers, aged between 26 and 57, became trapped when water inundated the mine, believed to be the result of damaging an underground water source during excavation

Real Madrid dominates Minera 5-0 in Copa del Rey despite resting stars

Vinicius Jr., Kylian Mbapp, Jude Bellingham and goalkeeper Ferland Mendy all started on the bench as coach Carlo Ancelotti gave a debut to 17-year-old central defender Diego Aguado