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With 11% jump, rural jobs scheme gets its highest ever allocation

New Delhi, Feb. 2 -- The Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB-G RAM G will be rolled out with a total central allocation of Rs.95,692.31 crore, an 11% increase over t... Read More


Manipur NDA MLAs rush to Delhi amid govt formation buzz

IMPHAL, Feb. 2 -- Almost all legislators of the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Manipur, its allies and the state BJP chief on Sunday rushed to the national capital on Sunday for a high-l... Read More


Scorpio Horoscope Today for February 2, 2026: Friends may offer useful advice; accept it kindly

India, Feb. 2 -- Intense energy helps you see truth today; trust your judgment, speak clearly, and act with purpose. Quiet confidence will attract respect and helpful allies. Steadily. Your clarity a... Read More


High-value crops, AI in focus in agri budget

New Delhi, Feb. 2 -- The government will strengthen high-value crop ecosystems, focusing on produce such as coconut, cashew and sandalwood, along with a new multilingual artificial intelligence (AI) t... Read More


EXTERNAL AID FOR B'DESH HALVED, no Chabahar budget

New Delhi, Feb. 2 -- India slashed its budgetary allocation for developing Iran's Chabahar port in the budget for 2026-27 to zero in the face of US sanctions and the outlay for development projects in... Read More


govt withdraws customs duty exemption for animals, birds imported by zoos

New Delhi, Feb. 2 -- The Union Budget 2026-27 presented by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday showed mixed outcomes for wildlife and zoo-related funding, with the government deciding to wit... Read More


Rs.5k-cr for development of CERs in tier-2, tier-3 cities

New Delhi, Feb. 2 -- Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced a Rs.5,000 crore fund to develop city economic regions (CERs) in tier-2 and tier-3 cities and temple towns. Deliverin... Read More


Sanjay Mishra admits being typecast for comedy in films irritated him: 'But at least there was work when I had nothing'

India, Feb. 2 -- Actor Sanjay Mishra has made a name for himself with his comedy in a wide variety of films throughout his long career. And even though he has played dramatic roles in several films ov... Read More


Libra Horoscope Today for February 2, 2026: Avoid arguing over small points and focus on practical solutions

India, Feb. 2 -- Today brings calm chances to fix small problems, speak kindly, and choose patience; simple actions will brighten your day and help others feel cared for. Your day has steady energy; ... Read More


Virgo Horoscope Today for February 2, 2026: Avoid rushing choices; slow planning gives better results

India, Feb. 2 -- You notice small details that help solve problems. Organize tasks and clear clutter. Thoughtful planning brings steady results and makes working with others easier. This day rewards ... Read More