In the Union Budget, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced several initiatives for Bihar, including the establishment of a Makhana Board, four greenfield airports, and a National Institute Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management. Additionally, support for the Western Kosi Canal project and expanded facilities at IIT Patna were also announced.

On the final day of his official visit to Tibetan settlements in West Bengal, Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the President of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile, visited various Tibetan monasteries, addressing the oppressive policies of China.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's eighth Union Budget for 2025-26 included significant announcements for Bihar ahead of elections, sparking criticisms of political bias. Opposition leaders also pointed out the neglect of Andhra Pradesh and accused the government of ignoring vital welfare policies. Measures include new airports in Bihar, increased FDI in insurance, and initiatives for the marine sector.

​​Gurajada Appa Rao (1862–1915) was a prominent Indian playwright, poet, and social reformer, best known for his contributions to Telugu literature. Born in Rayavaram village in the Vizianagaram district of present-day Andhra Pradesh, Appa Rao grew up in a period marked by social transformation influenced by British colonial rule and the Indian Renaissance. His literary works and reformist ideas left a lasting impact on Telugu culture, making him a revered figure in the annals of Indian literature.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a penalty of Rs 30 lakh on Air India for allowing a first officer to operate a flight without meeting mandatory recency requirements. The sanctions were due to failures in the airline's rostering system, and three senior officials are to face disciplinary actions.

La première édition du concours ELL'oquence se tiendra ce samedi 1ᵉʳ février 2025 à EM-Gabon. Initiée par l'ONG La Ruche des Idées. Cette compétition couplée de formations, met en lumière la parole féminine et vise à renforcer la confiance en soi, l'aisance orale et la capacité à défendre ses idées avec conviction. Placée sous le thème “La parole de la femme au service de la Transition”, cette édition offrira une scène à des candidates prêtes à affirmer leurs idées avec force et (...) - COMMUNICATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Depuis plusieurs mois, le Gabon traverse une crise énergétique marquée par des délestages incessants qui paralysent le quotidien des citoyens. De Libreville à Port-Gentil, en passant par les villes de l'intérieur du pays, l'exaspération est générale face à ces coupures d'électricité répétées, dont les causes restent floues. Sur les réseaux sociaux, la frustration s'exprime sous toutes les formes. Mèmes, vidéos, tweets enflammés : les Gabonais oscillent entre humour et colère. « La (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Two civil society organizations, Youth and Society (YAS) and the UK-based Spotlight on Corruption, have renewed calls for businessperson Zuneth Sattar to compensate Malawians with at least $53 million if he is convicted in the United Kingdom for alleged corrupt dealings involving the Malawian government. The fresh demand comes as Sattar’s case, under investigation by […] The post NGOs Demand $53 Million Compensation from Zuneth Sattar for Alleged Corruption in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Lady Monica Chakwera has emphasized the critical role of collaboration in the fight to end Tuberculosis (TB) in Malawi by 2030. Speaking on Friday during a High-Level Multi-Sectoral Engagement on Ending TB, Madam Chakwera, who also serves as the TB Ambassador for Malawi and the SADC region, highlighted that multi-sectoral partnerships are essential in […] The post First Lady Monica Chakwera Underscores the Importance of Collaboration in the Fight Against TB appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Agricultural Commercialisation Project 2 (AGCOM-2) continues to receive widespread praise from cooperatives across Malawi, with many describing it as a transformative force aligned with the country’s Malawi 2063 vision for economic growth and sustainability. In an exclusive interview, Martin Tembo, Chairperson of Titha Kuwala Cooperative from Mchinji’s Traditional Authority Nyoka, recalled how accessing AGCOM-2 […] The post AGCOM-2 Hailed as a Key Driver of Sustainable Agricultural Commercialization appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

According to Abbas Araghchi, nuclear facilities, which are scattered across Iran, are well-protected

The main factors behind this increase were the high rate of withdrawal from European storage facilities amid cold weather and the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukraine

According to the sources, three people have already received the necessary medical care, after which they were released from the hospital

Lily Collins has become a first-time mother after welcoming a child via surrogacy, she announced on Friday.

The official count of Musk’s donations further cemented him as the country’s largest -— and most prominent — donor.

Kenya tech company uses plastic waste to help college students

US President Donald Trump has announced his intention to impose tariffs on the European Union, citing unfair treatment in trade practices Read Full Article at RT.com

According to him, the US is not looking for concessions by imposing these tariffs

His mother Iya Naumova said she can’t go there, her husband’s health is very poor and she can’t leave him alone

Russian troops had almost reached the settlement of Stupochki south of Chasov Yar, military expert Andrey Marochko said

According to the organizers, over 50 countries will participate in the event

«The US administration decided to withdraw from the agreement and trust declined. I’m not saying that it’s impossible to restore trust but it’s not easy,» Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said

Which? asked more than 1,500 of its members to rank their experiences of cities outside Europe over the past year.

The Learjet 55 aircraft departed the Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday evening with six onboard. Shortly after takeoff it crashed to the ground and exploded in a fireball.

The Supreme Court is planning to engage with district judges on strategies to reduce the backlog of 4.6 crore cases in the district judiciary. Sessions will focus on streamlining case management, enhancing the use of technology, and improving human resource utilization.

Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a sand sculpture on Puri beach to welcome the Union Budget 2025, ahead of its presentation by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The budget is highly anticipated, with expectations for measures on economic growth, tax relief, and support for key industries.

Mukhtar Ansari’s son, Abbas Ansari, has requested the Supreme Court to permit virtual trial attendance, fearing a fake encounter if transported physically by police. The Supreme Court advised seeking the request from the trial court or High Court and asked UP government to respond to his bail plea in two weeks.

Justice Hrishikesh Roy retired with high praise from peers, including CJI Sanjiv Khanna, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, and SCBA president Kapil Sibal. Known for his legal acumen and humor in court, Roy was a respected mentor for junior advocates. Appointed to the Supreme Court in 2019, his journey in law began in 1982.

The official count of Musk’s donations further cemented him as the country’s largest -— and most prominent — donor of the 2024 election.

Iran has allegedly been covertly creating nuclear weapons with a 1,800-mile radius that could reach Europe based on designs created by North Korea. 

Jane Fryer joined 25-year-old Bilal Ali, who is making it his mission to retrieve stolen bikes, on his latest recovery job as figures show that 150,000 bikes are taken in the UK alone on an annual basis.

Claudia Mayor is a loving mother whose three teenage sons are at the heart of a horrifying story that has appalled and divided Sweden.

A line of the iconic British chocolate bar KitKat will be made as a 99g sharing bar with 'multiple break off pieces'.