Budget session signals new momentum towards Viksit Bharat 2047, says PM Modi

IANS | January 29, 2026 11:11 AM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the Budget Session of Parliament marks an important step towards achieving the resolve of Viksit Bharat 2047 and the Centre is focused on 'Reform Express' and moving towards long-term solutions for pending issues.

'Gave his entire life to public service': Locals express grief over Ajit Pawar’s demise

IANS | January 29, 2026 9:31 AM

Baramati, Jan 29 (IANS) As the last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar are set to be performed with full state honours in his political stronghold of Baramati, locals on Thursday expressed deep shock and grief over his tragic demise in a plane crash, remembering him as a leader who devoted his entire life to public service.

Piyush Goyal hits out at Cong, calls India-EU trade deal 'win-win agreement'

IANS | January 29, 2026 8:03 AM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has strongly countered the Congress’ criticism of the India-European Union free trade agreement, asserting that the deal is not a zero-sum pact but a mutually beneficial one that will fuel India’s economic growth and open up large opportunities for businesses and citizens.