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Delhi-NCR continues to experience biting cold, and the chill is expected to intensify in the coming days across northern India. Recent snowfall in the hilly regions has contributed to the drop in temperatures. According to the Meteorological Department, February 4 is likely to witness dense fog and severe cold in Delhi. A cold wave will sweep across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and other northern states. Upper regions of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand may also experience snowfall. Jammu & Kashmir:Temperatures in Jammu & Kashmir have slightly improved. Srinagar recorded a minimum of 2.8°C at night, while Gulmarg Ski Resort experienced -5.3°C. Meteorologists noted that a weak western disturbance is active over the Union Territory, bringing cloud cover, rain, and...

New Delhi: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) convened a parliamentary party meeting on Tuesday to discuss the Union Budget 2026 and the government’s long-term vision for a developed India by 2047. Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally shared updates from the meeting on X (formerly Twitter), posting photos along with the caption: “Participated in the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting where we discussed several important issues. Here are some glimpses…” The meeting was held at the Parliament Library Building in New Delhi. On arrival, PM Modi was felicitated for India’s recent trade deal with the United States, following a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump on Monday. This marked India’s second trade agreement in the past ten days. Responding to the greetings, PM Modi s...

In a dramatic turn of events during the Budget Session of Parliament, eight opposition MPs, including seven from the Congress party, were suspended from the Lok Sabha for allegedly throwing papers towards the Speaker’s chair. The suspension followed repeated disruptions in the House, prompting a strong response from the Chair. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon around 3 PM when proceedings resumed after multiple adjournments. Opposition MPs reportedly tossed pieces of paper near the Speaker’s seat during discussions on the motion of thanks to the President’s address. The Speaker identified the MPs for defying the Chair and disrupting parliamentary decorum. The suspended MPs are: Gurdeep Singh Aujla (Congress) Manickam Tagore (Congress) Amarinder Singh Raja Warring (...

The Supreme Court of India has issued strong criticism against Meta Platforms Inc. and WhatsApp over their privacy policies, emphasizing that citizens’ right to privacy cannot be compromised. Chief Justice of India (CJI) Suryakant warned Meta that it cannot “play” with the nation’s privacy rights. The bench, led by the CJI, was hearing appeals filed by Meta and WhatsApp challenging the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal’s (NCLAT) decision, which had upheld the ₹213.14 crore penalty imposed by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) on WhatsApp in relation to its 2021 privacy policy. The CCI had alleged that WhatsApp’s policy allowed the misuse of user data for advertising purposes, which was an abuse of its dominant position in India’s OTT messaging market. During the hearing,...

New Delhi: The Budget Session of Parliament has witnessed repeated uproars, the latest triggered when Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi raised the China-Doklam issue in the Lok Sabha. During the discussion on the President’s address, Rahul Gandhi cited excerpts from former Army Chief General M.M. Naravane’s unpublished book, alleging that Chinese tanks had been stationed near the Indian border at Doklam. The ruling party immediately objected, and Speaker Om Birla stopped Rahul Gandhi from reading the excerpts, citing parliamentary procedure. During the heated exchange, Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah also referenced Rules 349, 358, and 389, calling for action against the Leader of the Opposition. Here’s a breakdown of what these rules entail. Rule 349: Maintaining Decorum During P...

New Delhi: The Lok Sabha witnessed a fiery uproar on Tuesday as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi raised concerns over China and national security, highlighting tensions over parliamentary procedures. The chaos erupted shortly after the afternoon session began around 2 PM, when Rahul Gandhi referred to the book by former Army Chief General Manoj Naravane while discussing national security issues. He said, “I am raising the issue of national security,” prompting immediate objections from the ruling party. Opposition MPs protested, questioning why the Leader of the Opposition was not being allowed to speak. The parliamentary session was subsequently adjourned until 3 PM. Speaking to journalists, Rahul Gandhi also criticized the Modi government over the India-US trade deal. He claimed that P...

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sharply reprimanded social media giant WhatsApp and its parent company Meta over concerns regarding data sharing and violations of citizens’ privacy rights. Chief Justice of India (CJI) Suryakant warned that if these companies cannot comply with Indian law, they are free to leave the country. The court emphasized that neither technology nor business processes can be used as an excuse to compromise citizens’ right to privacy. WhatsApp and Meta had approached the Supreme Court challenging last year’s decision by the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT). The apex court has directed the central government to be made a party in the matter and is expected to issue an interim order on February 9. “If You Cannot Follow the Constitution, Leav...

New Delhi: The Congress party has raised questions over the India-US trade deal, criticizing the Modi government for its handling of negotiations. In a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, Congress said, “Just like the ceasefire, the trade deal announcement is coming from Trump. It is being claimed that the deal is being done at the request of the government.” The party expressed concern that key announcements affecting India are being made by US President Donald Trump, calling the situation “regrettable.” Congress further stated that Trump has promised that India will reduce tariffs and non-tariff barriers for the US to zero, effectively opening the Indian market completely for American goods. “This will cause severe harm to Indian industries. Our traders and farmers are ...

New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has cracked down on a sprawling international cyber-financial crime network under a coordinated crackdown titled Operation Cystrike. Conducted in collaboration with the FBI, Interpol, and law enforcement agencies from the United Kingdom, Kuwait, Ireland, and Singapore, the operation involved simultaneous raids across Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, and several other states. During the searches, investigators recovered ₹60 lakh in cash along with incriminating electronic hardware. The agency also froze multiple “mule accounts” allegedly used to route illicit funds. The operation was launched on January 30 following intelligence inputs shared by foreign agencies about ongoing cross-border cyber scams. A senior official said the syndicate w...

India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, will participate in the upcoming International Fleet Review (IFR), giving the world a firsthand look at the capabilities of the Indian Navy. Showcasing Naval Power During Operation Sindur, the Indian Navy maintained a forward presence in the Arabian Sea, effectively restricting Pakistan’s limited warships from venturing out of their harbors. Now, the IFR will allow global observers to witness the full strength of India’s carrier battle group. The Vikrant will be accompanied by submarines and 8–10 warships, including Nilgiri-class frigates, demonstrating India’s maritime operational readiness. President Draupadi Murmu to Review the Fleet The IFR is scheduled for 18 February at Visakhapatnam, where President Draupadi Murmu, ...