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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has secured the first position among all States and Union Territories in the country in the implementation of the Nyay Samhitas (New Criminal Laws), as per the national ranking assessment conducted by the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) in February 2026. The State achieved an overall score of 83.10 per cent, reflecting strong institutional preparedness, coordinated reforms, and effective adoption of procedural, technological, and administrative changes under the new criminal law framework. Goa secured a perfect score of 20 out of 20 in Administrative Reforms, with full compliance in issuance of statutory notifications and…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the Union Budget 2026 to 27 as a reflection of India’s aspiration to emerge as a developed nation, calling it a moment shaped by preparation and confidence rather than compulsion. In an interview, the Prime Minister said the budget represents a “we are ready” phase for the country, underlining that government financial plans are not routine accounting exercises but strategic roadmaps aligned with long term national goals. He emphasised that India is currently undertaking the largest infrastructure expansion in its history, with projects designed to strengthen future readiness, including in defence modernisation.…

New Delhi: The Election Commission of India has suspended seven officials in West Bengal with immediate effect over alleged irregularities in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision process. The action was taken under Section 13CC of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, citing serious misconduct, dereliction of duty and misuse of statutory authority. According to officials familiar with the matter, the disciplinary move follows instances where documents not prescribed under the SIR guidelines were uploaded during the revision exercise. In certain cases, concerns were also raised over the sharing of official passwords with third parties, which was viewed as a…

New Delhi: The free trade agreement between India and United Kingdom is likely to come into effect in April 2026, with both sides completing the final procedural steps required for its implementation. Signed on July 24, 2025, the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement is currently undergoing ratification in the British Parliament. In India, the pact requires approval from the Union Cabinet before it can formally enter into force. Once cleared, the agreement will be operational from a mutually agreed date. Alongside the trade deal, both countries have signed the Double Contributions Convention, which aims to prevent temporary workers from paying…

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday inaugurated a Central Bank Digital Currency enabled Public Distribution System in Gandhinagar, describing it as a significant step in extending the Digital India initiative to welfare services. The newly introduced platform integrates digital currency mechanisms into the ration distribution network, with the objective of improving efficiency, transparency and accountability in the delivery of subsidised food grains. The initiative is designed to ensure that benefits reach eligible citizens in a smoother and more reliable manner. Addressing the gathering, Shah said that technological advancements made over the past decade are now being applied…

New Delhi: The India AI Impact Summit 2026 begins on February 16 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marking a major global technology event hosted in the Global South. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the summit at 5 pm, formally opening a five day programme focused on responsible and inclusive artificial intelligence. Organised by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology with the Software Technology Parks of India as custodian, the summit is structured around three core themes described as People, Planet and Progress. Delegations from more than 100 countries are participating through seven working groups aimed…

New Delhi: At least seven workers lost their lives in a major fire that broke out at a chemical factory in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, on Monday morning. Authorities said around 10 workers are still feared trapped inside the industrial unit. The incident occurred at approximately 9.30 am when an estimated 20 to 25 workers were present at the facility. According to officials, flames spread rapidly through the private factory premises within minutes, engulfing a large section of the building. While some workers managed to escape, others were unable to make it out as the blaze intensified. The fire was first noticed…