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Indian markets open marginally higher, slip into red as Santa rally remains elusive

The domestic equity markets opened on a flat-to-positive note on Tuesday but soon slipped into negative territory, as hopes of a Santa rally remained muted so far.... read..

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"Potential gain for exporters, economy": New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon hails FTA with India

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Tuesday hailed the Free Trade Agreement with India, calling it an "excellent" deal amid potential gains for the country's exporters.... read..

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Bangladesh summons Indian High Commissioner over its Mission's security in India

Bangladesh on Tuesday expressed grave concern over attacks on its diplomatic missions in India, summoning the Indian High Commissioner to protest incidents in New Delhi and Siliguri, according to Bangladesh Foreign Ministry statement.... read..

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India proposes $450 million assistance package to rebuild Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced on Tuesday that India has proposed a comprehensive USD 450 million assistance package to support Sri Lanka's reconstruction efforts following Cyclone Ditwah.... read..

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India's IPO market gains momentum, boosts PE exits: KPMG report

India's IPO market has shown strong momentum in 2025, emerging as a key exit route for private equity (PE) investors, according to KPMG's Pulse of Private Equity Q3'25 report.... read..

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ACKO Drive Redefines Automotive Excellence at the 4th Annual TOTMs, India's Most Credible and Coveted Automotive Honours

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When Courage Meets the Constitution: The 3rd Fight 4 Justice Awards Honour India's Ouiet Defenders of Justice

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"Rahul Gandhi is anti-India leader": MoS Shobha Karandlaje slams Lok Sabha LoP over his remarks in Germany

Union Minister of State and BJP leader Shobha Karandlaje on Tuesday lashed out at Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, calling him "an anti-India leader" over the latter's criticism of the NDA-led government during his visit to Germany.... read..

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"Belittle India, defame Indian system of politics": Telangana BJP President slams Rahul Gandhi's comments in Germany

Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao on Tuesday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's comments in Germany, saying they belittle India and defame its political system.... read..

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Delhi Police registers case against Air India Express pilot over assault at IGI Airport

Delhi Police have registered a case against pilot Virendra Sejwal for allegedly assaulting passenger Ankit Dewan at IGI Airport's Terminal 1, officials said on Tuesday.... read..

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"Habit of degrading Indian institutions, democracy": BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai on Rahul Gandhi's Germany visit

BJP MP and former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai slammed Rahul Gandhi's remarks during his visit to Germany, alleging that the Congress leader has made it a habit to criticise and degrade Indian institutions and democracy.... read..

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Uttar Pradesh: Yogi Adityanath appeals for calm, compassion as cold wave intensifies in North India

Amid an intensifying cold wave sweeping across northern India, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday appealed to citizens to remain calm and extend compassion to those in need, asserting that the state government is working with sensitiv... read..

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Year 2025 brought shift in global trade, focus on economic reforms to keep India on high-growth path: RBI

A sustained focus on macroeconomic fundamentals and economic reforms is expected to keep the Indian economy on a high-growth trajectory despite rising global uncertainties, highlighted a report by the Reserve Bank of India.... read..

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"Problem with electoral machinery in India": Rahul Gandhi at a lecture in Germany

Addressing a lecture in Berlin, Germany, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi again levelled "vote theft" allegations on the Government of India, pointing out the duplicate voters in the voter list.... read..

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Adani Power sharpens growth plans to boost India's energy security

Adani Power Limited (APL) is sharpening its growth ambition by expanding capacity and securing landmark tenders to meet India's rising electricity needs. The company committed a record amount of money to new projects and strengthened its readiness for fue... read..

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J-K Students Association writes to PM Modi, seeking safety of Indian medical students amid protests in Bangladesh

The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Monday wrote to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking urgent intervention to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian medical students currently studying in Bangladesh amid ongoing protests, tensi... read..

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"Stopped potential nuclear war between India-Pak": Trump reiterates claim, says "8 aircraft shot down"

United States President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) again claimed to have stopped the war between India and Pakistan.... read..

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West, India handed over production to China: Rahul Gandhi in Germany

Claiming that India and the West have "handed over" the production of goods to China, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that Made in China goods have crippled job creation in democracies, fuelling political turbulence across India, the United States and E... read..

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India-New Zealand FTA marks new chapter in bilateral trade ties: Michael Fox

India and New Zealand on Monday announced the conclusion of a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), a development expected to significantly deepen economic engagement and strengthen long-term cooperation between the two countries.... read..

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USISPF welcomes SHANTI Act, calls it turning point for India's energy sector

US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has welcomed the enactment of the SHANTI (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India) Act, 2025, noting that the legislation marked a historic turning point in India's ener... read..

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"Conspiracy to defame India's institution": BJP's Tarun Chugh slams Rahul Gandhi over his remarks in Germany

BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh criticised Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his remarks in Germany, accusing the latter of "hatching a conspiracy to defame" India's institutions on foreign soil.... read..

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Rohit Sharma reflects on India's first T20 CWC 2007 triumph, says "we felt we would continue our winning ways"

India's 2024 T20 World Cup-winning captain Rohit Sharma shared a nostalgic moment recalling being part of the team during the 2007 T20 World Cup victory at just 20 years old. Rohit noted that winning the trophy gave them the confidence to extend their win... read..

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"Stands on platforms that defame India," BJP slams Rahul Gandhi for his attack on BJP in Germany

BJP Spokesperson Shehzaad Poonawalla lashed out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his recent remarks about the future of India and vote theft, in a press conference on Tuesday, calling his statements "an example of India-bashing" for levelling allegati... read..

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BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over 'vote theft' claims made in Germany, accuses him of defaming India abroad

Senior BJP leaders launched a sharp attack on Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi for reiterating allegations of electoral manipulation during his address in Germany, accusing him of repeatedly speaking against India on foreign soil and unde... read..

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India will continue to encourage tourism traffic to support Sri Lanka, says Jaishankar

India will continue to support Sri Lanka not only through emergency assistance but also by boosting tourism flows and investment ties, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday.... read..

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India installs 120-foot bailey bridge in Sri Lanka's Kilinochchi District

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar joined Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath on Tuesday to inaugurate a critical 120-foot dual carriageway Bailey Bridge in the Kilinochchi District.... read..

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India's strong growth cushions impact of US tariffs, FTAs driving market diversification: IIFT VC

India's strong economic growth has helped cushion the impact of higher U.S. tariffs on key export sectors, allowing the country to remain resilient while accelerating free trade agreements to diversify markets, boost services exports and attract investmen... read..

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Roundtable underscores strategic importance of critical minerals for India's defence preparedness

The Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS), in collaboration with IP Bazzaar, hosted Tech Talk, a high-level, closed-door roundtable discussion on the theme "Minerals That Matter: Geopolitics, Sovereignty and Value Chains" last week here in the nation... read..

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"He goes abroad for uniting such anti-India forces...": BJP's Pradeep Bhandari targets Congress over Rahul Gandhi's Germany remarks

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National Spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks made during an interaction in Germany, alleging that the Congress leader was projecting a narrativ... read..

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EAM Jaishankar meets Sri Lankan President, reaffirms India's support after Cyclone Ditwah

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday met Sri Lankan President Anura Disanayake in Colombo on Tuesday and conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's warm wishes and message of solidarity in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah.... read..

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"Determined to destroy every bit of India's ecology": Aaditya Thackeray slams Centre amid Aravalli Hills row

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Tuesday slammed the BJP-led Centre over the Aravalli Hills row, accusing it of trying to damage India's environment.... read..

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Saatvik Green Energy Founders Neelesh Garg and Manik Garg Featured in Hurun India's Top 200 Self-Made Entrepreneurs of the Millennia 2025

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"Hockey India League is exciting": Vedanta Kalinga Lancers co-captain Arthur Van Doren

Arthur Van Doren is one of modern hockey's most decorated defenders. The Belgium hockey player is a Tokyo 2020 Olympic gold medallist and 2023 World Cup champion.... read..

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"Landmark deal will bring major economic gains": MEA hails India-New Zealand FTA

The Ministry of External Affairs lauded the Free Trade Agreement with New Zealand, calling it a "landmark deal" that would deliver "major economic gains" and create job opportunities.... read..

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India's retail real estate leasing on course to hit post-pandemic high in 2025: Report

India's retail real estate market is poised to close 2025 on a strong note, with leasing activity expected to reach nearly 9 million square feet (MSF), marking the highest annual absorption since the pandemic, according to a new report by real estate serv... read..

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Kothapet Protests: Vishva Hindu Parishad demands firm Indian response to minority attacks in Bangladesh

In Hyderabad, several Hindu organisations led by the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) protested in Kothapet on Tuesday to condemn the ongoing violence against minorities in Bangladesh. Vishva Hindu Parishad representatives said they are prepared to escalate th... read..

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Air Liquide Strengthens Its Presence in India with the Successful Integration of NovaAir Teams

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Amid global uncertainties, Budget 2026 will continue to drive growth through capex push and fiscal discipline: EY India

India's Union Budget 2026 is expected to play a critical role in strengthening the foundations for sustained medium-term growth by leveraging resilient domestic demand, sustaining public capital expenditure, and maintaining fiscal credibility, noted a rep... read..

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Zoomcar Calls for Experience-Led EV Adoption as India Prepares for a Breakthrough Year in 2026

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ROHM and Tata Electronics form strategic partnership for semiconductor manufacturing in India

ROHM and Tata Electronics have formed a strategic partnership in the semiconductor sector to manufacture chips in India for both local and global markets.... read..

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India-New Zealand FTA puts people first, powering farmers, innovators and youth onto global stage: Piyush Goyal

India and New Zealand have concluded a comprehensive and forward-looking Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a major economic and strategic milestone in India's engagement with the Indo-Pacific region.... read..

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Policy support, digitalisation to keep India growth-resilient in 2026: Mastercard Economic Institute

India is expected to remain one of the fastest-growing major economies in 2026, supported by strong policy measures, favourable demographics and rapid digitalisation, even as growth moderates toward long-term trends, according to the Mastercard Economics ... read..

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Zero-duty access, services mobility to boost Indian exports and jobs following India-New Zealand FTA

India is set to secure wide-ranging economic and strategic gains following the conclusion of negotiations on the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, with the pact promising zero-duty market access, enhanced services trade, student and professional mob... read..

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Facts back Hasina's claim of law-and-order collapse under Yunus government: former Indian diplomat Mahesh Sachdev

Former Indian diplomat Mahesh Sachdev has backed former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina, saying that recent developments in Bangladesh support her claim that law and order has deteriorated under the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.... read..

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India's medical student body appeals to PM Modi for urgent action to protect students stranded in Bangladesh

The All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) on Monday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his "immediate and urgent intervention" to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian medical students currently stranded in Bangladesh amid the... read..

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Rally in Indian markets, Nifty up 0.6% and Sensex jumps 500 pts in opening but tariff concerns persist: Experts

Indian stock markets opened with gains on Monday, tracking positive momentum from other Asian markets, even as concerns related to tariffs continued to weigh on overall market sentiment.... read..

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Indian women's cricket team visits Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple in Visakhapatnam

The Indian women's cricket team visited the Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple in Visakhapatnam on Monday ahead of the second T20I of the five-match series against Sri Lanka.... read..

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Mayavi Entertainment set to massively disrupt and alter the Indian film industry; revolutionize and democratize IP ownership and film financing

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Jio Institute and INSMA successfully conclude 2nd edition of Indian Sport Management conference

Jio Institute, in collaboration with the Indian Sport Management Association, INSMA, successfully concluded the second edition of the Indian Sport Management Conference, ISMC 2025, on 19 December 2025 at its Navi Mumbai campus.... read..

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Guwahati's new Adani airport terminal represents critical step in India's "Act East" vision, says Group CFO

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new integrated Terminal 2 at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati on Saturday. Group CFO of Adani Group, Jugeshinder (Robbie) Singh, said on LinkedIn, "This project represents a critical... read..

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Dense fog disrupts flight operations in Northern India

Dense fog is affecting airport operations in Northern India, causing potential disruptions to flight schedules. As a precautionary measure, passengers are advised to stay in touch with their airlines for real-time updates on flight status, according to Ja... read..

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