India Daily Bulletin – February 2023 News Archive

Welcome to the February 2023 archive of India Daily Bulletin. If you missed any of the big stories last month, you’re in the right spot. We’ve bundled the top political moves, market shifts, sports thrills, and entertainment buzz so you can get up to speed in a few minutes.

Top Political Stories

February kicked off with a wave of political activity. The Union Budget was presented on February 1st, pulling focus to fiscal targets, tax reforms, and the push for a greener economy. Analysts praised the emphasis on renewable energy subsidies but critiqued the modest increase in defense spending. Within days, the opposition raised concerns over the allocation to infrastructure, sparking heated debates in Parliament.

Mid‑month, the states of Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal saw intense campaign rallies ahead of the upcoming state elections. Leaders promised jobs, better health services, and stronger law‑and‑order measures. Social media reactions were split, with many praising the promises and others calling out past unfulfilled pledges.

On the foreign front, India signed a strategic agreement with Australia to boost maritime cooperation. The deal included joint naval exercises and a shared intelligence platform, signaling a stronger Indo‑Pacific stance.

Business, Sports & Entertainment Highlights

The stock market rode a roller‑coaster after the budget. The Sensex rose 2% in the first week, driven by tech and renewable stocks, but slipped back when investors questioned the GST changes for e‑commerce platforms. Meanwhile, the Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged, reassuring lenders but leaving inflation worries alive.

In business news, a major Indian startup secured $200 million in Series D funding, aiming to expand its AI‑driven logistics platform nationwide. The funding round attracted both domestic and global investors, underscoring confidence in India’s tech ecosystem.

Sports fans had plenty to cheer about. The Indian cricket team clinched a series win against England in a thrilling T20 match at Mumbai, with a last‑ball six that sent the stadium into a frenzy. The Olympics qualifiers also saw Indian athletes break national records in swimming and badminton, raising hopes for a strong showing in Paris 2024.Entertainment buzzed with the release of two blockbuster Bollywood films. “Ranveer’s Revenge” topped the box office in its opening weekend, while “Sita’s Song” sparked conversations about gender roles and modern relationships. Both movies sparked social media challenges and memes, keeping the buzz alive well beyond the theaters.

For culture lovers, the Jaipur Literature Festival announced its 2024 lineup in February, featuring authors from across the globe. The early announcement helped ticket sales soar, and fans are already planning trips to the pink city for the literary feast.

Our archive also captured human‑interest stories that resonated nationwide. From a small village in Karnataka that built a solar-powered school, to a Mumbai hospital that introduced a low‑cost dialysis program, these narratives highlighted resilience and innovation across the country.

Whether you’re revisiting a headline or searching for a specific story, this February archive brings everything together in a clean, easy‑to‑browse format. Use the navigation tools at the top to filter by category, date, or keyword and find exactly what you need.

Stay tuned for the March archive, where we’ll cover the next round of budget updates, the start of the cricket IPL season, and more entertainment releases that will shape the next few weeks.