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Stock indices extend losing streak for fourth session; Sensex down by 780 points

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 4:49:47 PM IST

Indian stock benchmarks settled in the red for the fourth consecutive session on Thursday, weighed down by persistent weak sentiment among investors due to US tariffs and foreign investment outflows. ... read..

"Supported illegal activities and criminal elements...": BJP's Gopal Krishna Agarwal slams Mamata Banerjee

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 3:19:54 PM IST

BJP spokesperson Gopal Krishna Agarwal on Thursday criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of supporting illegal activities and criminal elements. ... read..

Indian Pharma Market reached Rs 2.40 lakh crore with 8.1% growth in 2025: Report

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 3:19:46 PM IST

The Indian Pharmaceutical Market (IPM) concluded 2025 with a valuation of approximately Rs 2,40,672 crore, reflecting a value growth of 8.1 per cent. According to the Pharmarack Indian Pharma Industry Performance report, IPM is likely to maintain the same ... read..

"JNU is the most nationalist university": University VC Santishree Pandit on PM Modi, Amit Shah slogan controversy

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 3:19:43 PM IST

Jawaharlal Nehru University vice chancellor Prof. Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit on Thursday described the institution as the "most nationalistic" in the country, amid ongoing controversy over slogans raised against PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah on the ... read..

17 umpires and four match referees named for ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 3:19:32 PM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday announced the list of match officials for the upcoming ICC Men's U19 World Cup 2026, which starts on January 15. ... read..

Delhi HC Division Bench stays single judge's order mandating human review of RBI Ombudsman rejections

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 2:49:59 PM IST

The Delhi High Court Division Bench, headed by the Chief Justice, on Thursday stayed a direction issued by a single judge which required that complaints finally rejected by the Reserve Bank of India Ombudsman must undergo a second level of human supervisi ... read..

"Her membership should be revoked": Delhi Minister Ashish Sood on Atishi's alleged Guru Tegh Bahadur remark

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 2:49:44 PM IST

Delhi Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday said that Leader of Opposition Atishi's Assembly remarks were "irresponsible" and offensive to the Gurus, asserting that "her membership should be revoked." He added that the BJP legislative party has sought a probe ... read..

Delhi riots case 2020: No case of conspiracy made out as there is no agreement of minds, argues Sharjeel Imam

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 3:19:41 PM IST

Delhi's Karkardooma Court on Thursday heard the arguements on the framing of charges on behalf of accused Sharjeel Imam in the Delhi Riots conspiracy case. Sharjeel's counsel argued that no conspiracy case was made out against him, as there was no agreeme ... read..

Congress MP Sonia Gandhi's health in stable condition; responding to treatment at Sir Gangaram Hospital

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 2:19:44 PM IST

Congress MP Sonia Gandhi, who was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital on Monday night, is in stable condition, according to Dr Ajay Swaroop, Chairman of Sir Gangaram Hospital. The chairman said that the Congress leader is responding well to treatment and r ... read..

Indian banks' market capitalisation rises in Q3 on festive demand, tax cuts: S&P Global

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 2:19:36 PM IST

Most Indian banks recorded an increase in market capitalisation during the October-December quarter, supported by festive season demand and cuts in the goods and services tax (GST), according to S&P Global Market Intelligence data. ... read..

"PM Modi insults Tamil people": Congress leader Praveen Chakravarty's charge amid censor block on 'Jana Nayagan'

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:49:39 PM IST

Congress leader Praveen Chakravarty on Thursday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of "insulting" people of Tamil Nadu amid uncertainty over the censor certification for Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan'. ... read..

Auto component sector to gain from strong order pipeline, demand recovery post GST cut: Report

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:49:38 PM IST

The auto component sector is expected to benefit from a strong order pipeline and a recovery in demand across passenger vehicles (PV), two-wheelers (2W) and three-wheelers (3W) following the recent GST cut, highlighted a report by Centrum. ... read..

AI integrated into government capacity building under iGOT Karmayogi: Jitendra Singh

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:49:36 PM IST

The Capacity Building Commission has been integrated with Artificial Intelligence to enhance AI-driven capacity building through the iGOT Karmayogi platform, Union Minister for Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Jitendra Singh, said on Thursday, ... read..

"Will ensure accountability...": Congress' Pawan Khera on issue of contaminated water in Bhagirathpura

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:49:34 PM IST

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Thursday said the party will ensure accountability over the water contamination incident in Bhagirathpura, Indore, and is actively raising the issue to prevent such incidents in the future. ... read..

Delhi HC orders citywide survey of Govt schools for RTE compliance

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:19:54 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has issued comprehensive directions to the Delhi government, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) to undertake a time-bound inspection of all government-run schools in the capital to asse ... read..

"LoP should apologise...": Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Atishi's alleged Guru Tegh Bahadur remark

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:19:51 PM IST

Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Thursday demanded the termination of Leader of Opposition Atishi's Assembly membership, saying her alleged disrespectful remarks about Guru Tegh Bahadur cannot be ignored, and she should apologise. ... read..

Healthcare companies to report strong performance in Q3FY26 results, EBITDA rising 22% YoY: Nuvama

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:19:43 PM IST

Listed healthcare companies are expected to deliver strong growth in the third quarter of FY26, supported by robust performance across hospitals, diagnostics and pharmacy segments, highlighted a report by Nuvama. ... read..

Tilak Varma undergoes surgery; star batter ruled out of NZ T20I series, doubtful for ICC T20 World Cup 2026

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 12:50:10 PM IST

In a massive blow for the Indian cricket team, Asia Cup final hero Tilak Varma is doubtful for the 2025 ICC Men's T20 World Cup and has been ruled out from the upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand, after the middle-order batter underwent "T ... read..

"AIADMK led alliance will form Govt, no place for Panneerselvam": Edappadi Palaniswamy after meeting Amit Shah

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 12:50:04 PM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Thursday said he met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the national capital and apprised him of the current political situation in Tamil Nadu. ... read..

"His life's work will continue to inspire generations": Priyanka Gandhi pays tribute to Indian Environmentalist Madhav Gadgil

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 12:49:55 PM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday remembered prominent Indian Environmentalist Madhav Gadgil, who passed away a day earlier (Wednesday) at the age of 83. She expressed her grief through her official X handle. ... read..

Indian national evacuated from Yemen's Socotra Island amid escalating conflict, returns home safely

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 12:49:48 PM IST

An Indian national who had been stranded on Socotra Island in Yemen for the past few weeks has been successfully evacuated and returned to India, according to India's mission in Yemen. ... read..

Delhi: Outer District Police apprehends 20 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 12:19:51 PM IST

The Outer District Police has apprehended 20 illegal Bangladeshi nationals during a special operation as part of an intensified crackdown against foreign nationals residing without valid visas. The action was part of a sustained drive conducted throughout ... read..

ED conducts nationwide searches in fake government job scam

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 12:19:46 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday conducted nationwide searches against an organised gang involved in a fake government job scam that duped aspirants by offering fraudulent appointments across multiple government departments. ... read..

Union Budget 2026 should prioritise growth, tax certainty and targeted investments: EY India

New Delhi, | January 8, 2026 12:19:45 PM IST

The union budget 2026 should continue with growth-focused policies, greater tax certainty and targeted sector-led investments, amid an uncertain global economic environment, calls EY India. ... read..

BJP hits out at Tamil Nadu govt over Thiruparankundram Deepam controversy

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 12:19:41 PM IST

The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla has accused the Tamil Nadu government of showing a "double face" in the Thiruparankundram Deepam row. ... read..

Delhi Assembly winter session: AAP MLAs demand Kapil Mishra's resignation

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 12:19:38 PM IST

The Delhi Assembly witnessed chaos on Thursday as AAP MLAs protested inside the House, demanding the resignation of BJP leader Kapil Mishra over allegations of circulating a misleading video involving Leader of Opposition Atishi. ... read..

GST cuts, lower input costs to boost consumer staples margins in Q4 FY26: Report

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 11:49:27 AM IST

The margins of consumer staple companies are expected to improve in the fourth quarter of FY26 (January-March) as lower consumer prices following GST cuts support recovery, according to a report by Systematix Research. ... read..

Indian stocks poised for further gains, supported by earnings growth: Morgan Stanley

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 11:49:23 AM IST

Indian equities are positioned for further upside in 2026, supported by resilient economic growth, improving earnings visibility and supportive domestic policy dynamics, according to a report by Morgan Stanley. ... read..

Cong MP Pramod Tiwari condemns minor's rape in Kanpur, expresses shock over Police involvement

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 11:49:15 AM IST

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Thursday expressed deep concern over the recent rape of a minor in Kanpur. He expressed shock over police involment. ... read..

NCB seizes 1.33 lakh kg of drugs worth around Rs 2,000 crore in 2025

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 11:19:50 AM IST

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) continued its unwavering resolve and operational excellence in its fight against the drug menace throughout 2025. Through sustained and aggressive nationwide enforcement efforts, the agency seized 1,33,965 kilograms of n ... read..

COAS Upendra Dwivedi meets Sri Lankan Army Commander, discusses ways to advance bilateral defence cooperation

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 11:19:47 AM IST

Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi met Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), Deputy Minister of Defence & Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), Secretary of Defence, Sri Lanka, on Thursday to discuss ways to advance bilateral defe ... read..

Fresh CCTV footage surfaces in Delhi's Laxmi Nagar assault case; Main accused arrested

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 11:19:44 AM IST

Another CCTV video related to the assault case in Delhi's Laxmi Nagar has surfaced, shedding more light on the sequence of events. The footage shows a group of people arriving at the spot, opening the gate of the house and attacking a man. ... read..

After Manickam Tagore, Congress MP Jothimani backs Vijay; questions centre on censor block for his new film

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 11:19:29 AM IST

Congress MP Jothimani on Thursday slammed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) over its refusal to grant certification to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan', saying that it was an attack on the Tamil film indus ... read..

HSBC flags silver as fundamentally overvalued, warns volatility to continue in 2026

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 11:19:27 AM IST

Silver entered 2026 following an unprecedented rally in 2025, during which prices surged to record highs above USD 80/oz before retracing amid extreme volatility. ... read..

Rajesh Bawania gang member injured in encounter with Delhi Police

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 10:49:49 AM IST

The Special Cell of the Delhi Police carried out an encounter with criminals in the Bawana area of the national capital in the early hours of Thursday, officials said. ... read..

Niti Aayog's Virmani flags land, power pricing and skills as key challenges in India's manufacturing sector

By Kaushal Verma

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 10:49:45 AM IST

Land availability, electricity pricing for industry and education and skilling remain key issues for India's manufacturing sector, even as the Indian economy has done remarkably well to cope with prolonged global uncertainty, Arvind Virmani, member of Nit ... read..

Delhi: Fire breaks out in polythene warehouse near Kapashera Rajokri border

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 10:49:32 AM IST

A massive fire broke out early Thursday in a plastic and polythene warehouse near the Kapashera Rajokri border in the national capital, which also affected nearby slum areas. ... read..

"One of India's foremost voices in ecological inquiry": Kharge pays tribute to Indian Environmentalist Madhav Gadgil

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 10:49:24 AM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday remembered prominent Indian Environmentalist Madhav Gadgil, who passed away a day earlier (Wednesday) at the age of 83. ... read..

Nifty, Sensex open lower amid fresh 500% US tariff threats, FPI outflows also putting pressure

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 10:19:50 AM IST

The domestic equity benchmarks opened lower on Thursday as negative sentiment weighed on markets amid fresh threats of 500 per cent tariffs from the United States, continued foreign portfolio investor (FPI) outflows and rising geopolitical tensions. ... read..

PM Modi condoles sudden demise of Vedanta chairman's son Agnivesh Agarwal

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 10:19:48 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended his heartfelt condolences to Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal over the sudden demise of his son, Agnivesh Agarwal, who died due to a cardiac arrest. ... read..

PM Modi recalls Somnath visits; says "despite assaults temple strengthened the sentiment of India's cultural unity"

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 10:19:43 AM IST

Ahead of his scheduled visit to Somnath on January 11 to participate in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared memories from his earlier visits to the Somnath Temple, highlighting the resilience of faith d ... read..

"Censor Board being weaponised": Congress' Manickam Tagore slams centre as Vijay's Jana Nayagan awaits censor nod

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 10:19:40 AM IST

Amid uncertainty over the censor certification for Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan', Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Thursday alleged that the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression was being "systematica ... read..

"Will remain an iconic and inspirational figure": Jairam Ramesh pays tribute to Indian Environmentalist Madhav Gadgil

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 9:49:14 AM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Thursday remembered prominent Indian Environmentalist Madhav Gadgil, who passed away a day earlier (Wednesday) at the age of 83. ... read..

ABVP protests at JNU campus over slogans against PM Modi, Amit Shah

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 9:19:26 AM IST

Akhil Bhartiya Vidhyarthi Parishad (ABVP) staged a protest on the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus over the sloganeering against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. ... read..

India's FY26 GDP growth may exceed NSO estimate after base year revision: SBI report

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 9:19:22 AM IST

The domestic GDP growth for FY26 is likely to be higher than the National Statistical Office's (NSO) current estimate once the government releases the new base year, highlighted a report by State Bank of India (SBI). ... read..

Two criminals arrested after police encounter in Delhi's Ghazipur

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 9:19:17 AM IST

An encounter took place between the police and criminals in the Ghazipur area of the national capital, police officials said here on Thursday. ... read..

Congress' Digvijaya Singh flags sewage contamination in Narmada River at Jabalpur

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 8:49:26 AM IST

Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Thursday raised concerns over sewage water allegedly mixing into the Narmada River at Gwarighat in Jabalpur. ... read..

Delhi's air quality remains 'poor' with overall AQI of 277 as thick smog blankets the capital

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 8:49:14 AM IST

The national capital is experiencing cold weather, with a thick blanket of smog continuing to envelop the city on Thursday. Air quality remained in the 'poor' category across several parts of Delhi, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Boa ... read..

Operation Clean Air: CAQM conducts inspection drive in NDMC area of Delhi; instances of MSW dumping and biomass burning identified

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 7:18:59 AM IST

As part of its sustained monitoring, review and enforcement actions under the Statutory framework of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) carried out an inspection drive in the New Delhi Municipal Counci ... read..

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu seeks statutory status for Amaravati in meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 6:49:19 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and urged the Centre to grant statutory status to Amaravati as the capital of Andhra Pradesh by introducing a Bill in Parliament, terming it vital for the sta ... read..

"Darkest day of my life": Vendanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal mourns loss of son Agnivesh

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 5:49:16 AM IST

Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal on Wednesday announced the tragic demise of his son, Agnivesh Agarwal, who passed away at the age of 49 following a cardiac arrest in the United States. ... read..

Parliamentary panel on Finance discusses situation concerning crypto cuurency, CBDT says fraudulent transactions being tracked

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 3:49:25 AM IST

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance on Wednesday heard views of officials of Financial Intelligence Unit - India (FIU-IND) and CBDT on Virtual Digital Assets with chairperson of the panel Bhratruhari Mahtab stating that discussions were held on s ... read..

Select Committee on Jan Vishwas bill to give report in budget session of Parliament

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 2:49:26 AM IST

The Select Committee on Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025 interacted with representatives of Department of Commerce, Department of Financial Services and of Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday as part of its deliberations to systematically ... read..

Nestle India denies selling recalled or withdrawn baby formula products amid global alert

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:49:15 AM IST

The food and beverage giant Nestle confirmed that it does not import or sell any of their recently globally recalled products in India, as they manufacture everything locally. The Switzerland-headquartered company had said on Tuesday that it has recalled ... read..

PM Modi hails NDA powered 'Reform Express' as India's GDP projected to grow at 7.4 % in FY 26

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:49:13 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted how India's 'reform express' has continued to gain momentum, asserting that the country's growth trajectory is being driven by sustained investment, demand-led policies and structural reforms undertake ... read..

SC grants interim 'protection from arrest' to singer Neha Singh Rathore booked for remarks on Pahalgam attack, PM Modi

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:49:03 AM IST

The Supreme Court has directed Uttar Pradesh (UP) police not take coercive steps against Neha Singh Rathore, who was booked for her alleged "anti-India" social-media posts on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Pahalgam terror attack, granting her interi ... read..

VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital inaugurates North India's first sensory garden in a government institution

New Delhi | January 8, 2026 1:49:01 AM IST

Vardhman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC) and Safdarjung Hospital inaugurated the "UMANG VATIKA - Sensory Garden", marking the launch of North India's first sensory garden established within a government healthcare institution. The initiative aims to promot ... read..

JNU slogan controversy: Police steps in; BJP calls for strict action

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 11:49:16 PM IST

The debate surrounding sloganeering against Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah escalated on Wednesday, with a police complaint filed by the Chief Security Officer of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). ... read..

Haryana tops medal tally at 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 11:49:14 PM IST

The 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions (NSCC) concluded on Tuesday after 36 days of competition, featuring over 16,500 athletes, 45 events, and two venues across New Delhi and Bhopal, making it one of the largest editions in the championship ... read..

"If illegal construction is found, law must take its course": Delhi HC orders MCD survey around Jama Masjid

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 10:49:31 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday observed that if any illegal construction is found, appropriate action in accordance with law shall be taken, while directing the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to conduct a comprehensive survey of constructions in ... read..

Olympian, Asian Games gold medalist Indian athlete Jinson Johnson calls time on illustrious career

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 10:49:20 PM IST

Olympian and Asian Games gold medalist Jinson Johnson pulled down curtains on his athletics career on Wednesday, noting his rise as a "boy with a dream" to achieving podium spots in the Asian Games. ... read..

"India's Reform Express continues to gain momentum...": PM Modi lauds GDP growth figures

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 10:19:23 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday referred to estimates of India's Real GDP growing by 7.4% in 2025-26 and said that "India's Reform Express" continues to gain momentum, powered by the NDA Government's comprehensive investment push and demand-led ... read..

ED attaches properties worth Rs 91.82 crore in Mahadev online book case

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 10:19:18 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday said it has attached movable and immovable properties totalling Rs 91.82 crore in the case of "illegal betting operations" of the Mahadev Online Book (MOB) and Skyexchange.com. ... read..

"Vision is not confined to eyesight": Sachin Tendulkar applauds parents, players after Blind World Cup glory

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 9:49:47 PM IST

India cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar lavished praise on the Indian women's team after they scripted history by winning the inaugural edition of the Women's T20 Blind World Cup. ... read..

Personalities like Lt Gen SK Sinha are inspiration to govt: Rajnath Singh

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 9:49:42 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday in a video message hailed late Lt Gen Srinivas Kumar Sinha, a distinguished officer of the Indian Army who later served as the Ambassador to Nepal as well as Governor of Assam and Jammu & Kashmir during a me ... read..

Bengal election 2026: PM Modi to address rally at abandoned Tata Nano site in Singur

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 9:49:30 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to address a public gathering in Singur, Hooghly district, on January 18, during his planned two-day visit to West Bengal. ... read..

CCPA proposes January 28 for start of Parliament's budget session, Feb 1 for union budget; final decision expected soon

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 9:19:07 PM IST

The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) has agreed to propose January 28 as the date for the start of the budget session of Parliament and February 1 as the date for the presentation of the Union Budget, sources said on Wednesday, noting that a ... read..

"Bhadkau Bhaijaan Committee instigates people": BJP targets Samajwadi on stone pelting during MCD demolition drive

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 8:49:42 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the Samajwadi Party over the stone pelting incident near Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid at Turkman Gate during a MCD demolition drive, alleging that a so-calle ... read..

Senior National Boxing: Nikhat Zareen, Pawan Bartwal, Sumit register dominant wins to reach quarterfinals

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 8:19:32 PM IST

Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen, World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 gold medallist Pawan Bartwal and Sumit dominated their respective opponents, while most other top players registered comfortable wins to reach the quarterfinals of their respective weight ... read..

FARA filings reveal Pakistan's US lobbying blitz, securing FATF whitelist after India strikes terror camps in Op Sindoor

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 8:19:28 PM IST

India's swift and precise military action during the May 2025 conflict against Pakistan in Operation Sindoor led Islamabad to US lobbying for securing the FATF whitelist, as India destroyed nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kas ... read..

Economists see India's GDP growth strong in real terms, but low inflation narrows nominal expansion

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 8:19:22 PM IST

The National Statistics Office (NSO) on Wednesday released the first advance estimates estimating the Real GDP to grow by 7.4% in the Financial year 2025-26 against the growth rate of 6.5% during FY 2024-25. ... read..

Jairam Ramesh highlights Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez's connection to India

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 7:49:13 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday highlighted Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez's connection to India. ... read..

JPC examines three key bills; experts back proposals in principle, seek clarifications, says sources

By Nishant Ketu

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 7:19:45 PM IST

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is reviewing three significant bills, including The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes that the Prime Minister or Chief Minister must resign if detained for 30 consecutive ... read..

Stray dogs menace: SC expresses concern over increasing dog bites, authorities failed to implement rules

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 7:19:41 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed concern over the increasing number of dog bite incidents in the country and said that authorities have failed to implement the Animal Birth Control (ABC) rules. ... read..

Eyeing 2026 polls, BJP president Nadda to visit West Bengal on January 8

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 7:19:34 PM IST

BJP National President JP Nadda will visit West Bengal on January 8 and 9 as the party intensifies its preparations for the 2026 Assembly elections here. ... read..

US military invasion of Venezuela a 'violation of international law', says Cuban Envoy to India

By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 6:49:17 PM IST

Terming the recent US military action in Venezuela as an "illegal military invasion", the Cuban Ambassador to India, Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera, on Wednesday condemned the aggression and called for the immediate release of "legitimate" Venezuelan leader ... read..

Delhi: Court issues order for release of Shifa Ur Rehman, Meeran, Saleem Khan, Gulfisha from jail

New Delhi | January 7, 2026 6:19:41 PM IST

Delhi's Karkardooma Court on Wednesday issued orders for the release of the Delhi Riots case 2020 accused Shifa Ur Rehman, Meeran Haider, Mohd. Saleem Khan and Gulfisha Fatima. The court issued the release order after verification of their surety bonds. ... read..

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