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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


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


Leo Horoscope Today for February 2, 2026: This is a day of visible progress

India, Feb. 2 -- You feel confident and ready to act. Opportunities for leadership or sharing ideas appear. Speak kindly and take clear steps toward important plans and goals. This is a day of visibl... Read More