INDIA
Maharani who donated 600kg gold during 1962 India-China war, offered private jets to the nation, passes away at 93
Her death marks the end of a dignified era for the Darbhanga royal family and the wider Mithilanchal region, where she was revered for her legacy of service, sacrifice and patriotism
BUSINESS
Network18 posts revenue growth despite subdued ad market
While advertising inventory demand across the TV news industry fell by more than 10% from a year earlier, Network18 saw a smaller decline in its own inventory utilisation, outperforming the market.
BUSINESS
Indo SMC IPO subscribed 1.98 times, GRE Renew Enertech offer subscribed over 2.5 times on day 2
Indo SMC, and GRE Renew Enertech will close their IPOs on January 16.
WORLD
US visa processing halted for 75 nations: Pakistan, Bangladesh included. Check full list
The development comes amid a broader tightening of immigration policies under Donald Trump, who returned to office last January and has since pursued a sweeping crackdown on migration
TECHNOLOGY
YouTube to let parents set time limits or block kids from watching Shorts
YouTube will also introduce an improved sign-up experience that lets parents create a new kid account and easily switch between accounts
PODCAST
Infy raises guidance but labor code bites;Unacademy pivots once again; and Groww-ing against the tide | MC Tech3
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we track how Infosys raised its revenue guidance even as profits took a hit from labour code provisions, making margins the key point to watch. We also look at Unacademy’s decision to shut company-run offline centres and shift to a franchise model, Groww’s steady growth and diversification beyond derivatives, and why India’s invite to the US-led Pax Silica alliance puts critical minerals and tech supply chains firmly in the geopolitical spotlight.
TRENDS
How Hermès 'judges' customers before letting them to buy its coveted, ultra-luxury bags
Officially, there are no rules. Unofficially, there are many. Even subtle details count. Wearing an Audemars Piguet or Richard Mille watch is seen positively, while a flashy Rolex may look ostentatious.
BUSINESS
Small Cap World Fund exits Aavas Financiers, sells over 1% shares in IndiaMART
Aavas Financiers shares fell 0.23 percent to Rs 1,443.6 and IndiaMART InterMESH stock declined 1.95 percent to Rs 2,114.5 amid significantly higher volumes on the NSE.
INDIA
S Jaishankar speaks to Iran FM Araghchi as West Asia tensions escalate
In a post on X, Jaishankar said, “Received a call from Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. We discussed the evolving situation in and around Iran.”
BUSINESS
AAI charts ambitious flight path at Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition in Rajkot
AAI has set a bold target of establishing 350 to 400 airports by 2047, positioning air connectivity as a catalyst for regional development and economic integration.
INDIA
After toilet etiquette plea, Indian Railway official’s fresh message for Vande Bharat Sleeper passengers
Indian Railways News: Chief Project Manager of Indian Railways Ananth Rupanagudi, responding to criticism over his earlier remarks, said he was “pleasantly surprised” by the wide response his post received on social media platform X.
BUSINESS
FIIs net sell shares worth Rs 4781 crore, DIIs net buy Rs 5217 crore on January 14
DIIs purchased shares worth Rs 19,930 crore and sold shares worth Rs 14,713 crore. In contrast, FIIs bought shares worth Rs 13,121 crore but sold shares totalling Rs 17,902 crore.
BUSINESS
Avana Electrosystems IPO subscribed nearly 123 times on final day, GMP soars ahead of listing next week
Avana Electrosystems IPO | The Bengaluru-based company is raising Rs 35.22 crore via IPO of 59.7 lakh shares at the upper end of price band of Rs 56-59 per share.
INDIA
Silk, leather, Moradabad brass: The India gifts Chancellor Merz took back, and what they signify
India presented German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Patola silk, a DA62 aircraft replica and a leather logbook, signalling craft-led diplomacy and bilateral ties.
POLITICS
‘You’re exposed’: BJP slams Assam Congress for ‘cultural vandalism’ over now deleted Bihu post showing BJP HQ on fire
The BJP’s Assam unit shared a screenshot of the now-deleted post and said its removal would not “nullify” what the Congress was “trying to imply”.
INDIA
Bengaluru water board deploys AI-based tech at 78 pumping stations; expects Rs 40 crore annual savings
Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) says it is among the first water utilities globally to adopt the patented technology at this scale, aimed at detecting inefficient pumps and improving energy efficiency and sustainability.
BUSINESS
‘No Infosys employee was apprehended by any US authority,' clarifies CEO Salil Parekh on employee being deported
An X platform post, published on January 13, that got widely circulated claimed a Mysuru-based Infosys employee in the US got picked up by ICE agents and given two hours to pack up and leave.
WORLD
India’s biggest 2026 threat just topped WEF’s Davos list and it isn’t war
WEF’s Global Risks Report flags geoeconomic conflict as the top global risk for 2026, while cyber insecurity, inequality and downturns worry India.
WORLD
Donald Trump says US control of Greenland 'vital' for air defense system
Donald Trump warned of geopolitical consequences if Washington does not act. 'IF WE DON’T, RUSSIA OR CHINA WILL, AND THAT IS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!' he said.
BUSINESS
Trump tariff decision likely today by US Supreme Court; here's when you can expect the verdict in India
The US has imposed tariffs of up to 50% on India, among the highest globally, including a 25% levy linked to India’s purchases of Russian energy.
TRENDS
John Mayer Mumbai concert postponed, outstation fans in lurch over flight tickets: 'I spent Rs 25,000'
While BookMyShow has promised support for queries, fans continue to demand refunds and accountability as the postponement disrupts travel plans and budgets.
POLITICS
All eyes on Pune civic polls: Can Pawar + Pawar add up to a BJP setback
Nearly two and a half years after the NCP split in 2023, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) on Saturday released a joint manifesto for the civic polls.
BUSINESS
RBI grants in-principle approval to Japan's SMBC to set up a wholly-owned subsidiary in India
SMBC is currently carrying on banking business in India in branch mode through its four branches located in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Bengaluru
POLITICS
China jab backfires? Congress on backfoot after Salman Khurshid meets CPC delegation
What began as a sharp Congress offensive against BJP-RSS engaging with China quickly turned into a problem of optics for the party as its own foreign affairs cell chief met the CPC delegation.
