News Highlights: Two Indias created, one for rich and one for poor; gap widening, says Rahul

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation in the morning, to share his views on the Union Budget. Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee was re-elected as the TMC chief. Track Deccan Herald for the latest updates in India and across the world. Stay tuned!

42 terror organisations banned under UAPA: Govt

A total of 42 terror outfits have been banned under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, and 13 organisations declared unlawful associations, the Parliament was told on Wednesday.

Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai, in a written reply to a question by Rajya Sabha member A. Vijayakumar, said that 42 terrorist organisations have been listed in the first schedule under the Act, while 31 individuals have been listed as terrorists under the fourth schedule.

Two Indias created, one for rich and one for poor; gap widening, says Rahul

Speaking first from the Opposition side in the Lok Sabha during the debate on the Motion of Thanks on the President's address, Rahul said the address to a joint sitting of Parliament didn't touch the central challenges facing the country and was a "list of bureaucratic ideas" instead of a strategic vision.

Team India opts to bat first against Australia in U-19 Cricket World Cup semis

Mamata Banerjee directed to appear before Mumbai court

Mumbai court on Wednesday directed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to appear before it on March 2 in connection with a case lodged against her by a Bharatiya Janata Party functionary.

BJP Mumbai secretary Adv Vivekanand Gupta had filed a complaint with the Magistrate Court, Mazagaon, seeking a first information report against Banerjee for allegedly disrespecting the National Anthem.

Gujarat: 16 SRP jawans injured in bus accident in Surat

At least 16 jawans of the State Reserve Police (SRP) were injured after a bus they were travelling in rammed into a stationary truck in Gujarat's Surat district on Wednesday, police said. A total of 27 jawans were travelling in the bus and they were supposed to leave for Uttar Pradesh from Surat for election duty, Kosamba police station's inspector J D Vaghela said.

Lok Sabha proceedings to start at 4

SC agrees to hear pleas seeking postponement of GATE 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear pleas seeking postponement of the GATE 2022 exam due to Covid-19.

(ANI)

439 terrorists killed in J&K since abrogation of Article 370

439 terrorists eliminated in J&K after Article 370 abrogation, said MoS Home Nityanand Rai.

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Mamata Banerjee re-elected as Trinamool Congress chief

Enforcement Directorate cracks down on land scam in Mumbai

ED arrested one Praveen Raut in connection with a Rs 1,034-crore land scam; Raut to be produced in court today.

(ANI)

Light helicopters inducted by Indian Coast Guard in Bengaluru

India, Australia discuss defence cooperation

Encounter breaks out between terrorists and security forces in Nadigam area of Shopian, J&K

Modi concludes speech, stay tuned for news updates through the day

People being allowed to correct mistakes in I-T returns improves quality of life, ease of doing business, says Modi

Government focused on greener technologies also, says Modi

The PM said that the Budget will focus on a "greener India," not only in terms of technologies but also in terms of job creation.

Budget emphasises highway network, will strengthen nation, says Modi

Modi said that the government is heavily focused on constructing highways and strengthening the national infrastructure, which will bring states closer and help producers get varied markets.

PM takes jibe at previous governments, saying public spending and investments have increased multifold under the BJP rule

Modi shifts focus to industries

The PM says that the Budget will help the industries, particularly MSMEs, and that benefits will be realised by all concerned.

Let's make games in India, says Modi

The PM focused on the gaming sector, saying it is expected to balloon into a much bigger industry over the years.

Newer technologies set to grow, said Modi

Gaming, VFX and related sectors growing at an unprecedented rate in India, says PM.

'Digital connectivity, a main focus'

Optical fibre connections and 5G technology (in the near future) will empower Indians, alongside other technologies such as 'kisan drones,' says PM.

Provisions in Budget will empower women, improve gender equality, says Modi

BJP understands aspirations of youth, says Modi

Moving towards support for the youth, Modi says that the Budget has provided for incentives to startups and promoting innovation among youth.

MSP support being strengthened, says Modi

Modi highlights the initiatives taken to ensure that monetary benefits reach farmers directly. "It makes farmers courageous to take up work," he said.

Covid-19 affected way of life, Budget planning last fiscal year, says Modi

Always exploring ways to become more self-reliant, says Modi

Continuing his farmer-focused speech, Modi says that the government is 'always' looking to explore ways to become self-reliant in farming and allied activities. He also cites improvements made towards farming with renewable energies, such as solar panels and pumps.

Natural farming corridor will revolutionise India, says PM

Strengthening smaller farmers will change the way of living in villages, says PM

Budget focused on technological advancements, says PM

Citing 'kisan drones', chemical-free initiativesand incentives to promote startups to help the country's development, Modi stresses that the Budget will help all sections of people.

Will strengthen NCC presence in border villages, especially in hilly area, says PM

Will not let border villages stray off developmental path, says Modi

We are taking a holistic approach towards development and will strengthen villages at the country's borders, as they are the first line of the country. We will provide power, water and create job opportunities under Vibrant Village programme, says Modi.

Aspirational villages created to better people's lives, says Modi

PM talks about Uttar Pradesh's Bundelkhand, with regard to the Ken-Betwa link

The Prime Minister's speech focuses on water connections to farmers in Bundelkhand, saying it will help people take up agriculture and overcome poverty.

Budget for common man, says PM

The Budget is aimed at improving the quality of life for the poor and the middle-class population, says Modi, citing problems faced with regards to water and work done under the Jal Jeevan Mission.

India has managed to grow amid restraints posed by Covid-19 pandemic, says Modi

PM shares thoughts on GDP, financial growth

Budget 2022 was well received and 'atmanirbhar' India is the key to our country's growth, says PM.

World has its eye on India, many expectations with regards to innovations and new initiatives, says Modi

India's pandemic fight one of the biggest challenges of recent times, says Modi

PM hails Nirmala Sitharaman for Budget presentation, says 'not possible to cover entire Budget in speech'

Budget focuses on 'ease of living' and 'production-linked incentives,' says Nadda

BJP chief JP Nadda gives an introductory speech ahead of PM Modi's address

Budget Session Day 3 from today: Pegasus, Budget, MSP to rock Parliament

Track updates on the Budget Session here

PM Modi to address a programme on ‘Aatmanirbhar Arthvyavastha’ at 11 am today

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