WORLD
Masood Azhar audio clip claims 'thousands' of JeM suicide bombers; Indian agencies probe
In the audio clip, Azhar attempts to strike a defiant tone, asserting that the scale of his organisation would “cause an uproar in the global media” if fully revealed.
BUDGET
Budget 2026 Expectations Live: Pharma industry seeks R&D sops, simplification of regulatory framework in Budget
With the right policy support, the sector can reach a size of USD 120-130 billion by 2030, and expand further to about USD 450 billion by 2047
INDIA
Maharashtra civic polls updates: 'Only Marathi a compulsory language in Maharashtra', says CM Fadnavis in Mumbai
BUSINESS
Bharat Coking Coal IPO Day 2 GMP: Check Day 2 final subscription status, GMP trends, listing gains and more
The shareholder reservation portion was subscribed 38.85 times, while the employee reserved category saw a subscription of 2.15 times.
BUSINESS
India joins G7 critical minerals talks in Washington as US widens China supply-chain push
India joins G7-linked critical minerals talks in Washington as the US pushes allies to counter China’s dominance in refining and secure strategic supply chains.
MARKETS
Dalal Street This Week: US, India inflation, Q3 earnings, FII flow among 10 key factors to watch
In the current week starting from January 12, the market is expected to consolidate with a focus on corporate earnings (as index heavyweights are releasing their numbers), India and US inflation, FIIs mood, Trump tariffs, and expectations from the Union Budget 2026.
INDIA
New demat account additions drop 33% in 2025 amid market volatility
Data from NSDL and CDSL showed that 30.63 million new demat accounts were opened during the year, more than 15 million fewer than the 46 million added in 2024, marking the first annual decline in new accounts since 2021.
BUSINESS
Stocks to Watch Today: Avenue Supermarts, Lemon Tree, Vedanta, Shriram Finance, NTPC, Lloyds Engineering, IREDA, Phoenix Mills in focus on 12 January
Stocks to Watch, 12 January: Stocks like Signature Global India, Phoenix Mills, Ashiana Housing, Embassy Development, Avenue Supermarts, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency, Lemon Tree Hotels, Lloyds Engineering Works, Shriram Finance, ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company, and Vedanta will be in focus on January 12.
BUSINESS
Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal denied tax relief as ITAT rejects ‘non-resident’ status claim
In his argument, Bansal had also stated that since he has lived in Singapore, and not India, he is not liable to pay capital taxes on the income he earned by selling his shares in Flipkart.
INDIA
'No phone, no internet': NSA Ajit Doval reveals how he manages communication
Speaking at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, Doval addressed questions on how he manages official communication in an age dominated by smartphones and social media.
TRENDS
22-year-old quits Rs 2.7 crore job at AI startup after 'grinding 12 hours a day': Cried in front of CEO
'In the beginning, the work was super fun, but over time, slowly, it started to get a little bit more monotonous,' Daniel Min said. he shared that when his boss pulled him aside to check on him, Min burst out crying.
WORLD
Donald Trump tells Cuba to 'make a deal, before it is too late'
Donald Trump remarks suggest a tougher US stance towards Cuba, particularly targeting the economic lifeline provided by Venezuela, amid renewed geopolitical tensions in the region.
AUTOMOBILE
New Tata Punch facelift: All variants explained, from Smart to Accomplished+ S
The Punch has played a key role in cementing Tata's position in the SUV segment. With the facelift, Tata is clearly trying to keep the Punch fresh, feature-rich and relevant.
INDIA
Mukesh Ambani unveils five promises for Gujarat, pledges Rs 7 lakh crore investment in five years
Mukesh Ambani said the five commitments reflect Reliance’s long-term belief in Gujarat’s role as a growth engine for India’s future.
POLITICS
BMC Elections: Fadnavis promises AI tracking of illegal Bangladeshis, 10,000 BEST buses as Mahayuti unveils manifesto
BMC Elections 2026: The State Election Commission has announced elections to 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra, including the BMC, Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC). Polling is scheduled for January 15
INDIA
India 'rapidly advancing towards becoming 3rd largest economy': PM Modi at Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference
The Prime Minister also praised India’s current political environment, noting that stability has played a key role in sustaining economic momentum and attracting global attention.
INDIA
PM Modi restored India’s civilisational self-belief: Mukesh Ambani at Vibrant Gujarat
Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani Ambani says PM Modi’s leadership shields India from global turbulence
TRENDS
Donald Trump with crude oil ‘Hitler moustache’: Magazine cover from Melania’s Slovenia is viral
The First Lady of the US was born and raised in Sevnica, a small Slovenian town that became an unlikely tourist destination during Donald Trump’s first term.
BUSINESS
Aditya Birla Sun Life resumes fresh investments in overseas funds after 3-month freeze
Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund has resumed fresh subscriptions in its three international equity schemes after suspending inflows in October 2025, allowing investments of up to Rs 1 crore per PAN per day from January 12
TRENDS
'You have 2 wives, I have none': Karnataka man kills father for not arranging his marriage
The 35-year-old farmer was angry with his father for not arranging his marriage while his father had married twice. Meanwhile, the father often scolded him for his 'lazy attitude' and for not working seriously in the fields.
INDIA
‘Colonial mindset tried to erase our glorious past’: PM Modi at Somnath Shaurya Yatra
Addressing a large gathering after the Shaurya Yatra at Somnath in Gujarat, PM Modi said India’s history of invasions and resistance had been deliberately misrepresented.
INDIA
Festive boost, lower costs lift FMCG outlook in December quarter
With trade conditions stabilising, consumer sentiment improved across both urban and rural markets
INDIA
India explores calibrated reset with China as global trade pressures mount: Report
The deliberations are taking place against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving global trade environment and the possibility of sharper US tariff measures
BUSINESS
Budget 2026: Can a demand-driven privatisation push help fund India’s capex plans?
CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee said India’s growth momentum is increasingly being driven by private enterprise and innovation.
