2 February 2026 – News Deck

RGCIRC Successfully Concludes FESTOMICS – 2, Advancing Dialogue on Precision Oncology and Molecular Diagnostics

2 February 2026 Vijay Raman

RGCIRC (Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre) successfully concluded FESTOMICS – 2, a two-day academic programme focused on “Precision Through Omics,” held on January 30 and 31, 2026, at RGCIRC, Rohini. Building on the momentum of its first edition held last year, FESTOMICS – 2 brought together leading experts in pathology, molecular diagnostics, oncology and translational research to discuss the expanding role of omics-based technologies in modern cancer care. The conference served as a comprehensive platform to examine how genomics, transcriptomics, epigenetics and metabolomics are reshaping cancer diagnosis, risk stratification and…

realme Introduces realme P4 Power 5G with India’s First & Biggest 10,001 mAh battery, realme Buds Clip and realme TechLife 45W Cabled Power Bank redefining Endurance and Stylish Everyday Audio

2 February 20262 February 2026 Vijay Raman

realme, India’s most recommended youth smartphone brand, today unveils the realme P4 Power 5G, a major technological breakthrough that pushes smartphone battery innovation to a new frontier, leading the industry into the 10,000mAh+ era. Featuring India's first 10,001mAh Titan Battery, the realme P4 Power 5G sets a new benchmark for extreme endurance while combining flagship-level performance and a bold Gen Z–driven design co-created with Pearl Academy. This milestone product marks the most ambitious evolution of the P series, bringing young users unprecedented power longevity, smooth performance and a distinctive visual…

Union Budget 2026–27 Draws Strong Endorsement from Industry Leaders Across Sectors

2 February 20262 February 2026 Vijay Raman

The Union Budget 2026–27 has received an encouraging response from industry leaders, who view it as a balanced and forward-looking blueprint for India’s next phase of growth. With a clear emphasis on fiscal consolidation, sustained public capital expenditure, healthcare and MedTech innovation, MSME empowerment, infrastructure development, and technology-driven agriculture, the Budget is seen as reinforcing macroeconomic stability while creating conditions to crowd in private investment. Together, these measures signal the government’s commitment to building a resilient, globally competitive economy. Mr. Sanjay Bhutani, Managing Director, Bausch & Lomb & Director, MTaI said,…

Air Marshal I.S. Walia Assumes Command of Eastern Air Command

2 February 20262 February 2026 Vijay Raman

Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia assumed the appointment of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Air Command, IAF on 01 February 2026. He is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy and was commissioned in the Fighter stream of the Indian Air Force on 11 June 1988. The Air Officer is qualified on all variants of the MiG-21, MiG-23, MiG-27, Jaguar and Su-30 MKI. He has over 3200 hrs of accident/ incident-free flying. In a career spanning over three decades, the Air Officer has tenanted various Command and Staff appointments. He has…

Defence Budget Soars to Record ₹7.85 Lakh Crore in FY27, a 15% Jump

2 February 20262 February 2026 Vijay Raman

The government on Saturday allocated an all-time high of ₹7.85 lakh crore to the defence ministry in the Union Budget for 2026-27, a jump of around 15 per cent over the previous year’s budget estimate of ₹6.82 lakh crore. The significant hike in the defence outlay comes amid India’s focus on modernising its armed forces and boosting domestic manufacturing of military platforms and hardware. Of the total allocation, a large chunk is expected to be set aside for capital expenditure aimed at purchasing new weapons, aircraft, warships and other…

Railways Logs All-Time High ₹2.93 Lakh Cr Spend on Speed, Freight, Safety

2 February 20262 February 2026 Vijay Raman

Indian Railways allocated Historic Capital Expenditure of ₹2.93 Lakh Crore for 2024-25; Focus on Modernization, Safety and Augmentation of Rail Infrastructure. In a landmark decision underscoring the Government’s commitment to building a modern and AatmaNirbhar Bharat, Indian Railways has been allocated a record Capital Expenditure (CapEx) of ₹2,93,000 crore (₹2.93 Lakh Crore) for the financial year 2024-25. This substantial allocation is aimed at accelerating the transformative journey of the national transporter, with a prime focus on enhancing passenger safety, launching high-speed connectivity, and strengthening freight infrastructure to drive economic…