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Adani Defence, Italy’s Leonardo Partner to Build Military Helicopter Manufacturing Ecosystem in India
03 Feb

Adani Defence, Italy’s Leonardo Partner to Build Military Helicopter Manufacturing Ecosystem in India

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New Delhi, February 3, 2026: Adani Defence & Aerospace on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Italian aerospace major Leonardo to develop a helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India, aimed at meeting the future requirements of the Indian armed forces and boosting indigenous defence production. As part of the partnership, the two companies will focus on addressing military requirements for Leonardo’s AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters. The collaboration will involve phased indigenisation of manufacturing, setting up maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities, and establishing end-to-end pilot training capabilities within India, according to a joint statement. The MoU was signed…
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Eight Opposition MPs Suspended from Lok Sabha for Remainder of Budget Session Amid Uproar
03 Feb

Eight Opposition MPs Suspended from Lok Sabha for Remainder of Budget Session Amid Uproar

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New Delhi, February 3, 2026: Seven Congress Members of Parliament and one MP from the CPI(M) were suspended from the Lok Sabha on Tuesday for the remainder of the ongoing Budget Session, intensifying the standoff between the government and the opposition. The suspension, which will remain in effect until the conclusion of the Budget Session on April 2, was ordered after the Chair accused the members of unruly conduct, including tearing papers and throwing them towards the Chair during repeated disruptions in the House. The action came on a day marked by persistent turmoil in Parliament, with opposition members protesting…
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AAP Announces Entry Into Ponda By-Election, Kejriwal Promises Immediate Healthcare Reforms in Goa
03 Feb

AAP Announces Entry Into Ponda By-Election, Kejriwal Promises Immediate Healthcare Reforms in Goa

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Ponda, February 3, 2026: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday formally announced the party’s entry into the Ponda Assembly by-election, asserting that the election of an AAP MLA would trigger immediate reforms in Goa’s healthcare system, starting with the revamp of the ID Hospital. Earlier in the day, Kejriwal visited St Alex Church in Calangute, where he sought blessings for the people of Goa. He was received by Parish Priest Father Mariano Silveira. The visit, party leaders said, reflected AAP’s belief in inclusive and people-centric politics. Kejriwal was accompanied by former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP…
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New Delhi to stop buying Russian oil: Trump says as US, India seal trade deal after overnight call
03 Feb

New Delhi to stop buying Russian oil: Trump says as US, India seal trade deal after overnight call

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National Times Bureau :- US President Donald Trump on Monday announced a reduction in reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, shortly after holding a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The move signalled a thaw in India–US relations, which had recently been strained by steep trade duties. Responding to Trump’s post on Truth Social, Prime Minister Modi said that “Made in India” products would now face a reduced tariff of 18 per cent. According to Reuters, the Trump administration has also decided to lift the additional 25 per cent tariff imposed over India’s…
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Pakistan installs Hari Singh Nalwa bust at Kartarpur Corridor Art Gallery
03 Feb

Pakistan installs Hari Singh Nalwa bust at Kartarpur Corridor Art Gallery

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National Times Bureau :- The Pakistan government has allowed the installation of a bust of legendary Sikh general Sardar Hari Singh Nalwa at the Kartarpur Corridor Art Gallery, nearly three years after his statue was controversially removed from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The move has been widely welcomed by Sikh organisations worldwide as a positive step towards acknowledging Sikh history and heritage in the region. The unveiling of the bust took place on February 1, a development announced by Sikhs in America president Gurinder Singh Josan through a social media post. Calling it a “historic moment”, Josan said the gesture could…
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‘Exit India if you can’t…’: Meta faces Supreme Court’s heat over Whatsapp policy
03 Feb

‘Exit India if you can’t…’: Meta faces Supreme Court’s heat over Whatsapp policy

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National Times Bureau :- The Supreme Court on Tuesday strongly criticised Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, over the app’s privacy policy. The court said companies cannot misuse people’s personal data and warned that it would not allow WhatsApp to share any user information or take advantage of Indian citizens. The court was hearing a case related to WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy and a ₹213 crore fine imposed on the company by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). The company law tribunal had earlier supported the fine. The CCI had also challenged a decision that allowed WhatsApp to share user…
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US, India Reach Trade Deal; Trump Announces Tariff Cut After Call With PM Modi
02 Feb

US, India Reach Trade Deal; Trump Announces Tariff Cut After Call With PM Modi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
Washington/New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump on Monday announced that the United States and India have reached an agreement on a trade deal, marking a significant step toward easing recent strains in bilateral economic relations. As part of the agreement, both countries will move to reduce reciprocal tariffs. President Trump said the US would lower tariffs from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, signalling a de-escalation in trade tensions and a push toward strengthening commercial ties with India. Earlier in the day, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor confirmed that President Trump held a telephonic conversation with…
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Arvind Kejriwal Slams Union Budget 2026-27, Says It Fails to Address Unemployment and Inflation
02 Feb

Arvind Kejriwal Slams Union Budget 2026-27, Says It Fails to Address Unemployment and Inflation

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New Delhi, February 2, 2026: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday strongly criticised the Union Budget 2026-27, claiming it lacks a clear strategy to deal with rising unemployment and inflation. Kejriwal said that, from a national standpoint, the Budget would worsen inflationary pressures and lead to further job losses, at a time when employment and price rise remain the biggest concerns for the country’s youth. “There is no concrete roadmap for job creation in this Budget. Instead, it will push inflation even higher,” Kejriwal alleged, adding that young people continue to suffer due to the absence…
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Delhi wakes up to dense fog with reduced visibility; trains delayed, flight operations hit
02 Feb

Delhi wakes up to dense fog with reduced visibility; trains delayed, flight operations hit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia,
National Times Bureau :- Dense fog blanketed Delhi on Monday morning, significantly reducing visibility across several parts of the city and triggering an alert from the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport over possible flight delays. Visuals shared by ANI from areas such as Akshardham and Dhaula Kuan showed vehicles moving at a crawl, as drivers struggled with extremely poor visibility. In many locations, visibility fell below 50 metres, severely disrupting traffic on key roads and highways. Officials cautioned that conditions could worsen as the morning advanced. Flights Likely to Be Disrupted Air travel was also affected due to the foggy…
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Dalai Lama wins first Grammy as historic moments mark 68th Grammy Awards
02 Feb

Dalai Lama wins first Grammy as historic moments mark 68th Grammy Awards

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia
National Times Bureau :- The 68th annual Grammy Awards began on a historic note on Sunday, delivering a series of first-time wins and emotional moments during the star-studded Premiere Ceremony held ahead of the main telecast in Los Angeles. Among the most unexpected winners was the Dalai Lama, who secured his first-ever Grammy in the category of Best Audio Book, Narration and Storytelling Recording. The Tibetan spiritual leader edged out notable nominees, including US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. The award was accepted by musician Rufus Wainwright, who contributed to the project. “I am not the Dalai Lama,” Wainwright…
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