No compromise on interests of farmers in US trade agreement: Shivraj Chouhan

IANS | February 7, 2026 8:43 PM

New Delhi, Feb 7 (IANS) Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday said that the Opposition’s narrative of “the country has been sold, farmers have been sold, farmers will be ruined” cannot hold up, as the India-US trade agreement will open new doors for India’s progress and development, increase exports, create employment opportunities, and boost farmers’ incomes.

Gujarat CM lays foundation stone for Rs 950 crore Shakti Corridor project at Ambaji

IANS | February 7, 2026 6:28 PM

Banaskantha, Feb 7 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, on Saturday, laid the foundation stone for development works worth Rs 950 crore under the first phase of the Shakti Corridor at Adyashakti Dham Ambaji, a key project aimed at strengthening pilgrim infrastructure and connectivity at the revered Shakti Peeth.

TRV international airport soars to new heights

IANS | February 7, 2026 5:46 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 7 (IANS) TRV (Kerala) International Airport Limited, the operator of Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, achieved two significant passenger traffic milestones in January 2026, marking a major step forward in the airport's growth trajectory.

Will strengthen livelihoods, improve conditions: Farmers hail India-US trade deal

IANS | February 7, 2026 4:25 PM

New Delhi, Feb 7 (IANS) As the United States and India unveiled an interim trade framework aimed at reducing tariffs and enhancing bilateral economic ties, farmers across the country on Saturday welcomed the development, saying it will prove beneficial for the farm sector. They said the agreement could strengthen farmers’ livelihoods and improve conditions in rural areas.