INDIA
Bajrang Dal leader booked for alleged assault on Kashmiri shawl vendor in Uttarakhand
The incident took place on December 22 when 28-year-old Bilal Ganie was selling shawls door-to-door in Kashipur
BUSINESS
Millennials, Gen Z drive 50% surge as Indians buy 12 tonnes of digital gold worth Rs 16,670 crore despite Sebi caution
The estimate draws on transaction data released for the first time by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which tracks UPI-based digital gold purchases.
INDIA
News Live: Normalcy returning to Assam's West Karbi Anglong; protestors to meet CM Himanta
"The situation is normal now. However, prohibitory orders, night curfew and suspension of mobile internet services in the affected areas continue to be in force," the official said.
BUSINESS
Stocks to Watch Today: Lenskart, KNR Constructions, Ola Electric, Vikran Engg, Strides Pharma, Panacea Biotec, Castrol, Supreme Industries, JK Cement in focus on 26 December
Stocks to Watch, 26 December: Stocks like AVG Logistics, Lenskart Solutions, KNR Constructions, Ola Electric Mobility, Vikran Engineering, Zota Health Care, Strides Pharma Science, Panacea Biotec, Castrol India, Supreme Industries, JK Cement, and NBCC (India) will be in focus on December 26.
INDIA
Migrant worker killed in Odisha’s Sambalpur after altercation over ‘bidi’, six arrested
Sheikh was hit on the head, and he died while undergoing treatment at the Sambalpur hospital.
INDIA
Indian Railways fare hike from Friday: Here’s how much extra passengers will pay
Indian Railways News: The revised fares apply to major services such as Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto, Vande Bharat, Tejas, Gatimaan, Humsafar, Amrit Bharat, Garib Rath, Antyodaya, Jan Shatabdi, Yuva Express and Namo Bharat Rapid Rail, among others.
BUSINESS
India’s IPO boom hits record high in 2025 as companies raise nearly Rs 2 lakh crore: Report
Mainboard issues continued to dominate fundraising activity in 2025, accounting for nearly 94% of the total capital raised.
WORLD
China slams US report on India border tensions, says ties with New Delhi ‘stable’
The Pentagon’s report distorts China’s defence policy, sows discord between China and other countries, and aims at finding a pretext for the US to maintain its military supremacy, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian
WORLD
Jebu the cat lands in Dhaka as Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh, sparks social media buzz
Tarique Rahman returned to Bangladesh after more than 17 years in exile. To mark his homecoming, the BNP organised a large public reception at the 300-foot area of Purbachal, where party leaders and supporters gathered in significant numbers.
INDIA
Heavy security deployed in Hisar as Hindu groups plan Hanuman Chalisa recitation opposite church on Christmas
Police officials said extensive security arrangements have been made to ensure peace during events organised by both communities.
POLITICS
PM Modi attacks Congress over ‘one family’ politics at Prerna Sthal inauguration
Whether it be books, government schemes, government institutions, streets, roads, or squares, it was all connected to the pride of one family, says PM Modi.
INDIA
Herbal tea, flower tea labels misleading: FSSAI cracks down on misuse of ‘tea’ term
The FSSAI also highlighted labelling requirements under the Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020, which mandate that every package must clearly indicate the true nature of the food on the front of the pack
BUSINESS
Vedanta's Anil Agarwal turns bullish on silver after 125% gold-beating rally
Highlighting its growing importance in technology-driven industries, Agarwal noted that silver is unique among metals because it combines intrinsic value with strong functional demand
INDIA
IT company manager drugged, gang-raped by colleagues in moving car in Udaipur
The woman was taken into the car by the female executive, with the executive's husband and the CEO also present as the three left to drop her at her residence.
BUSINESS
From taxes to jobs to laws: How 2025 became India’s biggest reform year
India’s economic momentum remained strong through the year, with GDP growth touching 8.2 per cent—outpacing global estimates.
BUSINESS
India crosses 1 lakh petrol pumps, ranking behind only US and China globally: Report
Rural fuel stations now make up 29% of India's total network, compared with 22% a decade ago
BUSINESS
No India IPO for now: Samsung bets on AI, local manufacturing and easy finance to drive growth
While South Korean peers such as Hyundai Motor India and LG Electronics have recently accessed public markets, Samsung prefers to fund its expansion internally
INDIA
Year ender 2025: India looks back at the year as 'The New Era For India’s Nuclear Journey'
According to the government, the year will be remembered as a moment when India consciously chose to dismantle outdated laws, simplify regulatory structures and align policy with long-term national ambition.
INDIA
India successfully tests 3,500 km range K-4 missile from nuclear submarine INS Arighaat
The 'K' in the K-series of missiles is a tribute to APJ Abdul Kalam, who played a key role in India's Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP).
INDIA
Drug addict from Punjab's Jalandhar crosses India-Pakistan border, family appeals to the government to bring him home
His parents told NDTV that Singh had left the house on November 2, after which his friend Mandeep left him at Khemkaran, that is barely four kilometres from the border of Pakistan.
INDIA
Rs 1.1 crore on his head: Top Maoist Ganesh Uike killed in Odisha encounter
Four Maoists were killed in the gunfight. One of them was identified as 69-year-old Ganesh Uike, who is also known by his aliases Pakka Hanumantu, Rajesh Tiwari, Chamru and Rupa, says police.
INDIA
Indian Army personnel can now use Instagram. But, it comes with riders
The soldiers and officers will continue to be barred from any form of interaction and will not be allowed to post, like or comment like other generic social media users.
INDIA
Delhi airport assault: ‘Pilot was maniacal, dragged me across the floor,' says flyer after CCTV review
Taking to X after watching the CCTV footage, Ankit Dewan said that captain Virender Sejwal "started the physical assault" and was "absolutely maniacal" while doing it
POLITICS
Rajnath Singh recalls how Vajpayee handled Pakistan woman's marriage proposal: 'Humour with a message’
A Pakistani woman asked Vajpayee if he would marry her and give Kashmir in exchange. He said he was ready to marry her but he wanted Pakistan as dowry.
