Bengal govt's goals may suffer if bureaucracy goes unchecked: rebel TMC MLA Sabina YeasminA Trinamool Congress MLA has called for greater scrutiny of government officials, arguing that administrative hurdles often impede the succ...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
West Bengal's Rs 4.39 lakh crore Budget under BJP aims to bury 'syndicate raj', woo investorsWest Bengal's new government unveiled a Rs 4.39 lakh crore budget prioritizing fiscal restructuring and job creation. Finance Minister Swap...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Congress wonders as the Iran war draws to a close: Was it worth it?Congress grapples with the aftermath of President Trump's Iran conflict, questioning its worth amidst lives lost and billions spent. While ...
20 Jun, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
How many Americans can afford high-quality healthcare? A new poll finds the number has fallenAmericans face growing challenges affording healthcare. New data reveals a significant drop in those able to manage medical costs and acces...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
US Congress approves $70 billion for Trump immigration crackdownThe US Congress on Tuesday passed a $70 billion bill funding President Donald Trump's hardline immigration crackdown through the rest of hi...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
What? Could your Social Security benefits be cut by $500 a month in 2032? Here's which states face the biggest losses from trust fund insolvencyFor millions of retirees, Social Security is more than a government benefit. It is a lifeline. New projections warn monthly checks could fa...
06 Jun, 2026, 01.46 AM IST
Senate rejects first effort to bar Trump from creating $1.8 billion settlement fundSenate Republicans are facing challenges in passing funding for President Donald Trump's immigration agencies. Democrats are pushing for vo...
05 Jun, 2026, 06.06 AM IST
Trump shifts higher education fight from campus probes to federal rulebookThe Trump administration is changing its approach to higher education. Instead of targeting individual campuses, new federal rules are bein...
04 Jun, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
First goes the Fed dot, then guidance - and then a hike?The Federal Reserve's interest rate forecasts, known as the dot plot, might be removed. This change could signal a shift in policy under th...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
Democratic senators will test GOP unity with votes on Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fundDemocrats are pushing for a vote on President Trump's settlement fund. This move tests Republican unity as some GOP senators express frustr...
21 May, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
The White House push for $1 billion in security funds is facing GOP oppositionRepublicans are facing internal party opposition to a one billion dollar White House security funding plan. This proposal includes money fo...
20 May, 2026, 08.16 AM IST
Fire or ice: Why a ceasefire in the Gulf cannot holdAs the specter of renewed conflict between the US and Iran looms, the Strait of Hormuz stands at the center of this brewing storm. A fresh ...
13 May, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Trump's proposed 'Golden Dome' estimated to cost USD 1.2 trillion, far more than he initially saidPresident Donald Trump's ambitious "Golden Dome" missile defense system is projected to cost a staggering USD 1.2 trillion over two decades...
13 May, 2026, 07.30 AM IST
Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM: Here's what TVK promised ahead of Assembly pollsTamil actor Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has taken charge as Tamil Nadu's new government. Vijay is now the Chief Minister. The ...
10 May, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
Donald Trump's drugmaker deals may save economy $529 billion over 10 years: White HousePresident Trump's administration projects significant savings from deals with drug companies. These agreements aim to lower US prescription...
05 May, 2026, 09.12 PM IST
US House approves outline for $70 billion more for immigration enforcementThe U.S. House of Representatives approved a three-year budget plan, clearing the path for a potential $70 billion increase in immigration ...
01 May, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
Trump signs bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending record shutdownPresident Trump signed bipartisan legislation to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, ending the longest agency shutdown in hi...
01 May, 2026, 11.56 AM IST