New Delhi, February 12, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista today strongly criticised the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal during his speech in Parliament on The Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Bill 2026, accusing it of failing to implement the Centre’s progressive labour reforms and neglecting tea garden workers. Speaking in the Lok … Read more
New Delhi, February 12, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP National Spokesperson Raju Bista held a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah today to push for faster implementation of development projects in the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars regions. In a post on X accompanied by a photograph of the meeting, Bista … Read more
New Delhi, February 12, 2026 – The Bharat Bandh on 12th Feb 2026 has begun, with a coalition of 10 central trade unions and farmers’ organizations enforcing a 24-hour nationwide strike that is already impacting key sectors across the country. With participation estimated at up to 30 crore workers, the Bharat Bandh trade unions strike … Read more
New Delhi, February 12, 2026 – The Ministry of Home Affairs has released detailed guidelines for the rendition of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ at government functions and public events to ensure uniformity, dignity, and respect. The protocol specifies that the song should be sung on important national occasions, including Independence Day, Republic Day, and … Read more
New Delhi, February 11, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP National Spokesperson Raju Bista met Prime Minister Narendra Modi today to express gratitude for the Centre’s focus on the development of the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars regions. In a press release and social media post shared by his office, Bista highlighted the … Read more
New Delhi, February 11, 2026 – Union Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary informed Parliament that only 52 government schools in West Bengal have been onboarded under the Vidyanjali initiative, highlighting a low uptake compared to the national push for community participation in school development. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha, Chaudhary … Read more
New Delhi, February 11, 2026 – Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that the Centre has allocated a record ₹14,205 crore for railway projects in West Bengal in the Union Budget 2026-27, marking the highest ever funding for the state. This substantial allocation is more than three times the average annual budget provided … Read more
New Delhi, February 11, 2026 – Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi announced that India’s domestic solar module manufacturing capacity has reached an impressive 144 gigawatts (GW), underscoring the country’s rapid progress towards self-reliance in renewable energy. The milestone reflects a remarkable 128.6% year-on-year growth, with an addition of 81 GW in … Read more
New Delhi, February 11, 2026 – Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held the India-China Strategic Dialogue with China’s Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu in New Delhi on Tuesday, covering a broad spectrum of bilateral, regional, and multilateral issues. The discussions focused on consolidating recent progress in stabilising bilateral ties and charting the path ahead. Both … Read more
New Delhi, February 11, 2026 – The Indian government has reiterated its pragmatic approach to crude oil imports, stating that the country will continue sourcing from the most affordable and high-quality suppliers that are not under international sanctions. In a briefing to a parliamentary panel, officials emphasized that Indian oil companies will factor in geopolitical … Read more
New Delhi, February 10, 2026 – India has installed over 29,000 public Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s transition to sustainable transportation. Minister of State for Heavy Industries Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma shared this update in a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha today. … Read more
New Delhi, February 10, 2026 – Russia has extended strong support to India’s agenda for its 2026 BRICS chairship, particularly emphasizing cooperation on counter-terrorism and energy security, as affirmed during high-level diplomatic engagements. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko conveyed Moscow’s backing during discussions with India’s BRICS Sherpa, Secretary (Economic Relations) Sudhakar Dalela, on the … Read more
New Delhi, February 10, 2026 – The first BRICS Sherpa Meeting under India’s 2026 chairship commenced today in the national capital, marking the beginning of a year-long agenda focused on global cooperation and sustainable development. Secretary (Economic Relations) in the Ministry of External Affairs and India’s BRICS Sherpa, Sudhakar Dalela, addressed the gathering, outlining the … Read more
New Delhi, February 9, 2026 – Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Railways, and Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, today held a productive meeting with United States Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, to deepen strategic cooperation between the two nations. The discussions centred on key areas of mutual interest, including semiconductors, electronics manufacturing, and … Read more
New Delhi, February 9, 2026 – Senior Congress leader and former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram sparked a heated debate in the Rajya Sabha today, raising serious questions over the declining growth rate of the Indian economy during the discussion on the Union Budget 2026-27. Initiating the debate, Chidambaram highlighted a sharp drop in the nominal … Read more
New Delhi, February 9, 2026 – Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw today inaugurated blended hospitality services at Guwahati Railway Station in Assam via video conferencing, while flagging off a new passenger train between Sairang (Mizoram) and Silchar (Assam), delivering a significant boost to rail connectivity in the Northeastern region. The modern hospitality facilities at … Read more
New Delhi, February 9, 2026 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi today unveiled a Special Economic Package worth $175 million for Seychelles, aimed at supporting critical sectors including social housing, e-mobility, vocational training, health, defence, and maritime security. The announcement came during a joint press meet following bilateral talks with Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie at … Read more
New Delhi, February 9, 2026 – The Indian Army has partnered with IDFC FIRST Bank through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deliver specialized banking services and enhanced insurance benefits to both serving and retired personnel. The three-year agreement, effective until February 2029, aims to provide financial security and convenience to Army members and their … Read more
Sonauli, February 9, 2026 – In a gesture underscoring the strong defence cooperation between India and Nepal, the Indian Army has handed over 50 military utility vehicles to the Nepal Army at the India-Nepal border. The transfer, aimed at bolstering the Nepali Army’s operational capabilities, reflects India’s ongoing commitment to capacity-building initiatives for its neighbor. … Read more
New Delhi, February 8, 2026 – Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie arrived in the national capital today after concluding productive engagements in Chennai and Mumbai, as part of his ongoing five-day state visit to India. The visit, from February 5 to 10, marks Herminie’s first trip to India since assuming office in October 2025 and … Read more