Author: News Analysis India

Excitement is reaching fever pitch for ‘Dhurandhar 2’, the sequel that’s set to redefine action cinema. Star Ranveer Singh has ignited the fuse by sharing a stunning poster on social media, hinting at the chaos about to unfold. The post reads, ‘Time to mess things up…’, paired with a visual of Ranveer in a never-before-seen, gritty look that embodies raw intensity and payback. This teaser image sets the tone for a revenge saga more explosive than the first. Get ready: the official teaser premieres today at noon sharp – 12:12 PM. Slated for March 19, the film directed by Aditya…

A high-stakes ED operation unfolded in West Bengal’s West Burdwan on Tuesday, targeting the shadowy world of sand and coal smuggling. With over two dozen officers and central security personnel in tow, the agency raided key hotspots, unraveling a web of corruption tied to vital natural resources. The raids kicked off in Nabagram, where teams scrutinized sites implicated in coal theft from government-owned Eastern Coalfields Limited. Parallel actions in Durgapur and Pandaveshwar aimed to dismantle a sand smuggling empire led by a prominent figure known for his opulent lifestyle. This sand baron, who relocated from Panagarh to a palatial Durgapur…

In a move that highlights the burgeoning India-US partnership, Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar landed in New York to kick off a packed three-day trip to America. The centerpiece of his visit is a Tuesday rendezvous with Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, zeroing in on critical minerals collaboration. Hot on the heels of a telephonic exchange between President Donald Trump and PM Narendra Modi – where a landmark trade agreement was unveiled – this meeting signals accelerated high-level diplomacy. Jaishankar’s schedule, spanning February 2-4, features a Rubio-hosted ministerial dialogue on vital minerals. Key themes include bolstering supply chain flexibility…

In a buzzing Parliament Library Building in New Delhi, the NDA parliamentary delegation kicked off a crucial meeting on Tuesday to unpack the freshly unveiled Union Budget 2026 and the roadmap to Viksit Bharat 2047. Heavyweights like PM Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, and BJP’s new chief Nitin Navin were all in attendance, setting the stage for high-level discussions. The session opened on a celebratory note, with MPs showering praise on PM Modi for clinching the India-US trade deal on Monday, hot on the heels of another pact within the past fortnight. Modi’s broad smile and waving…

The ink barely dry on India’s free trade agreement with the European Union, and already it’s rippling through global trade dynamics—most notably pressuring the United States to clinch its own deal with New Delhi. Farwa Ameer from the Asia Society Policy Institute attributes this momentum directly to the EU success, calling it a ‘game-changer’ in ongoing India-US talks. In a Monday briefing, Ameer detailed how the EU pact’s timing amplified urgency for Washington. Pre-existing negotiations gained fresh impetus, culminating in Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump’s joint declaration of a trade breakthrough. Key concessions include the US cutting…

A groundbreaking India-US trade pact is fueling optimism across Indian markets. The US decision to lower tariffs on Indian products to 18% from a previous 50% is a game-changer, according to Axis Securities’ comprehensive analysis released Tuesday. This move is poised to shrink India’s current account deficit, bolster the rupee’s stability, and shield the economy from international turbulence. Key beneficiaries include high-exposure sectors like textiles, pharma, chemicals, auto components, IT services, and industrials. Better US market entry, tariff relief, and supply chain reliability will drive export volumes, ignite manufacturing investments, and magnetize FDI inflows. Over time, increased orders and clearer…

BJP chief ministers are jubilant over the India-US trade breakthrough that reduces tariffs to 18 percent, praising it as a game-changer for bilateral relations and India’s export ambitions. This accord, forged under PM Narendra Modi’s stewardship, is being touted as a new chapter in friendship between the two nations. ‘It’s an epoch-making moment for our economic partnership,’ declared UP CM Yogi Adityanath on social media. He credited the deal with propelling ‘Make in India’ forward, enhancing market access for Indian products and spawning opportunities for young talent and small businesses. Adityanath thanked Modi for his firm leadership in fortifying these…

In a seismic shift for Indian equities, the BSE Sensex unleashed a 2,254-point surge to 83,920.51 on Tuesday, propelled by the freshly inked India-US trade deal. Opening bells rang with fireworks: Sensex up 3,657 points at 85,323.20 and Nifty vaulting 1,219.65 points to 26,308.05. By mid-morning, Nifty mirrored at 83,920.51, gaining 691.30 points or 2.76%, as every Nifty index painted green. Intraday peaks saw Sensex at 85,871.73 and Nifty at 26,341.20, underscoring the deal’s immediate impact. Broader markets shone brighter, with Nifty Midcap 100 and Smallcap indices climbing 4%. Stellar performances came from auto, IT, metal, bank, PSU bank, and…

After a brief spell of relief, Delhi-NCR’s air has turned toxic again, pushing AQI into dangerous red territory across key urban pockets. The toxic mix of smog, fog, and biting cold is compounding health risks for millions. Latest monitors show Delhi’s Anand Vihar choking at AQI 334, Chandni Chowk at 323, and Nehru Nagar at 329. Okhla Phase-2 (310), Patparganj (301), and R.K. Puram (300) are equally bad. Punjabi Bagh logged 298, while Rohini and Ashok Vihar were at 281 and 287. Brighter spots include Aya Nagar (149) and Pusa (187). Across the border, Ghaziabad’s Indirapuram reached 332, Loni 314,…

Delhi Police’s Kishangarh station in South-West district delivered a major win against auto theft, arresting two sharp criminals behind multiple alloy wheel heists. Leveraging CCTV footage and tech-driven tracking, the force dismantled the duo’s operations in record time. Seized items included three Chery alloy wheel tires, wheel-removal tools, and the perpetrators’ Hyundai Aura getaway car. Ankit, 37, and Ketan Tokas, both New Delhi locals, were nabbed after confessing to thefts fueled by their narcotics dependency. It all began with V Kumar’s January 29 complaint of his Hyundai Aura’s wheels being stolen from a parking spot, prompting an immediate e-FIR under…