BUSINESS
RBI to purchase Rs 50,000 crore worth of G-sec via OMO Purchase auction on January 5
On December 29, the central bank injected Rs 50,000 crore through OMO purchase of Government of India securities, in to the banking system.
INDIA
Gandhi-Vadra family to ring in 2026 away from politics: Details of their luxurious jungle getaway
The new year reportedly marks a double celebration for the Gandhi-Vadra family with Priyanka and Robert Vadra's son Raihan Vadra reportedly getting engaged to Delhi-based Aviva Baig.
INDIA
EAM Jaishankar to attend ex-Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's funeral in Dhaka
Senior leaders of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party said her health had worsened significantly overnight. BNP standing committee member Dr Zahid Hossain had earlier told reporters that she was passing through “an extremely critical phase.”
INDIA
‘Bajrang Dal responsible if I die…’: Nursing student after vigilantes disrupt her birthday at Bareilly cafe
About 25 right-wing activists allegedly barged into a private birthday celebration at a Bareilly cafe on Saturday and assaulted two guests from the minority community
BUSINESS
Hyundai Motor India enters commercial mobility, launches Prime hatchback, sedan; prices start at Rs 5.99 lakh
Both the models are offered at starting prices of Rs 5,99,900 for Prime HB and Rs 6,89,900 for Prime SD (ex-showroom).
BUSINESS
Nifty at 32,000, Sensex at 1,07,000: Here are brokerages' bull case targets for 2026-end
Sensex has gained more than 6,000 points (or 8%), while Nifty rose over 2,000 points (or 9%) in 2025 so far.
INDIA
Putin sends New Year greetings to President Murmu, PM Modi amid row over alleged attack on his residence
The greetings came amid heightened tensions following reports of an alleged attack targeting President Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod Region.
INDIA
PM Modi highlights key policy changes in 2025: 'India boarded Reform Express'
PM Modi says 2025 will be remembered as a year for India when it focused on reforms as a continuous national mission, building on the ground covered over the past 11 years.
INDIA
Railways announces 3% discount on RailOne unreserved tickets from Jan 14
The letter clarified that the existing 3 per cent cashback for bookings through R-wallet on RailOne app will continue.
BUSINESS
Ajanta Pharma rises 3.5% as Motilal Oswal expects strong gains from new weight-loss drug, sees up to 17% upside
Ajanta Pharma shares touched a high of Rs 2,784.80, up 3.52 percent. The scrip has risen for the last two trading sessions.
WORLD
Another Hindu man dies in Bangladesh in ‘accidental’ firing by colleague
The victim has been identifies as Bajendra Biswas, an Ansar member positioned for factory security
ENTERTAINMENT
New Year parties get a copyright check as IPRS tightens music licence enforcement
As party season hits full throttle, copyright compliance takes centre stage for clubs, hotels and event organisers.
BUSINESS
Telangana-based Deepa Jewellers files IPO papers with fresh issue size of Rs 250 crore
Deepa Jewellers IPO | The company plans to mop up Rs 250 crore by issuing fresh shares, while promoters Ashish Agarwal and his wife will be selling up to 1.18 crore equity shares via offer-for-sale.
INDIA
Who is Aviva Baig? Delhi woman set to tie the knot with Priyanka Gandhi's son Raihan Vadra
Since the news of their engagement came out on Tuesday, public curiosity has turned towards Aviva Baig – her family background, career, among others.
BUSINESS
Mukesh Ambani unveils draft Reliance AI manifesto: ‘World has only seen tip of iceberg of AI’s possibilities’
The draft manifesto, which Ambani has invited employees to critique and enrich with ideas, is divided into two parts
DEFENCE
Indian Army in 2025: Operation Sindoor to Brahmos testfire - 10 defining milestones
Beyond the operation, 2025 saw accelerated modernisation, deep indigenisation, new force structures, enhanced firepower, and expanded global military engagement-cementing the Indian Army's readiness for future conflict across domains.
STARTUP
WinZO PMLA case: Court grants bail to Saumya Singh Rathore, rejects Paavan Nanda's plea
WinZO co-founders Saumya Singh Rathore and Paavan Nanda were arrested by ED on money laundering charges in November 2025. The agency also froze company assets worth around Rs 505 crore.
POLITICS
Mamata Banerjee calls Amit Shah 'Dushasana', levels big Pahalgam allegation
A Dushasana has come to Bengal. As soon as the elections come, Dushasana and Duryodhana start appearing, says West Bengal CM.
INDIA
From love for photography to an early setback: All about Raihan Vadra, son of Priyanka Gandhi, who got engaged to his longtime girlfriend Aviva Baig
In 2017, during his final year of school, Raihan suffered a serious injury while playing cricket that resulted in the loss of vision in his left eye.
POLITICS
BMC polls: Ramdas Athawale calls exclusion from BJP-Shiv Sena seat-sharing deal 'betrayal of trust'
I will not tolerate this insult to my party workers. Hence, whatever decision my workers take today will have my full support, says RPI(A) leader.
INDIA
Mattathur political drama: When BJP, Congress joined hands to keep Left out
In a dramatic episode of political expediency, the Congress members of a panchayat in Kerala quit the party and joined hands with the BJP to keep the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front from power at a village panchayat.
DEFENCE
Dhruv NG makes maiden flight in Bengaluru, powering India's indigenous aviation leap | WATCH
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu flagged off the helicopter and described it as a powerful reflection of India's growing technological prowess and self-reliance in aviation
INDIA
Matuas have no reason to fear, BJP will accommodate persecuted refugees: Amit Shah
Matuas are Dalit Hindu refugee community that migrated from Bangladesh over decades due to religious persecution
POLITICS
Amit Shah's 'bhaipo' dig at Mamata during Bengal visit: What does it mean
Without naming him directly, Shah, at a public meeting, trained his guns on Abhishek, remarking that under the current dispensation, 'only Bhaipo has the right to make money, not the common man'.
