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National-level shooter alleges sexual assault by coach; POCSO case registered

INDIA

National-level shooter alleges sexual assault by coach; POCSO case registered

A first information report (FIR) has been registered in connection with the case, with the police initiating a detailed investigation

Budget 2026 Expectations Highlights: Budget plans mega AI boost with incentives to attract global tech giants

BUDGET

Budget 2026 Expectations Highlights: Budget plans mega AI boost with incentives to attract global tech giants

Budget 2026 Expectations: Will Sitharaman provide further relief to taxpayers in the upcoming Budget? Check all the latest updates

Angel One share price gains as board to consider stock split

BUSINESS

Angel One share price gains as board to consider stock split

Angel One Share Price | The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 3,283 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,942.00 on 05 June, 2025 and 13 March, 2025, respectively.

News Updates: Fire breaks out in parked train carrying rubbish, suburban services briefly disrupted in Mumbai

INDIA

News Updates: Fire breaks out in parked train carrying rubbish, suburban services briefly disrupted in Mumbai

First Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade

BUSINESS

First Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade

Gold steadied, after slipping nearly 1% in the previous session ahead of US jobs data and an annual rebalancing of broad commodity indexes.

TPG-IIFL Capital deal, India’s GDP growth firms up & Samantha Prabhu’s newfound confidence | MC Editor's Picks

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TPG-IIFL Capital deal, India’s GDP growth firms up & Samantha Prabhu’s newfound confidence | MC Editor's Picks

In an exclusive to Moneycontrol, actor-turned-entrepreneur Samantha Prabhu reveals that she found fresh confidence after building startups. Also inside: a mega deal in the wealth management space, what’s driving domestic investors to bet on Indian markets, the poor tipping practice in the gig economy space, the iPhone style push for domestic auto parts exports and more. Tune in!

Govt clears Rs 1,800 crore upgrade to boost banknote, passport paper supply: Report

BUSINESS

Govt clears Rs 1,800 crore upgrade to boost banknote, passport paper supply: Report

India approves a Rs 1,800 crore CWBN line to double high-security paper output for banknotes and passports, replacing ageing units at Narmadapuram.

JPMorgan to take over Apple Card from Goldman Sachs

BUSINESS

JPMorgan to take over Apple Card from Goldman Sachs

JPMorgan will take over Apple Card from Goldman Sachs, shifting a Rs 20 billion portfolio and marking Goldman’s exit from consumer banking.

‘India has only paused’: US documents reveal Pakistan’s fear of a second round of Operation Sindoor strikes

INDIA

‘India has only paused’: US documents reveal Pakistan’s fear of a second round of Operation Sindoor strikes

US filings reveal Pakistan sought American help during India’s Operation Sindoor, fearing strikes would resume, contradicting Islamabad’s ceasefire claims.

Jharkhand to make first-ever appearance at Davos

INDIA

Jharkhand to make first-ever appearance at Davos

Chief Minister Hemant Soren will lead an 11-member delegation to the World Economic Forum in Davos, marking Jharkhand’s first participation since becoming a state.

Stocks to Watch Today: Tata Steel, Infosys, Gland Pharma, Cipla, HUDCO, Meesho, Adani Green, Angel One, Midwest in focus on 8 January

BUSINESS

Stocks to Watch Today: Tata Steel, Infosys, Gland Pharma, Cipla, HUDCO, Meesho, Adani Green, Angel One, Midwest in focus on 8 January

Stocks to Watch, 8 January: Stocks like Tata Steel, NCL Industries, Infosys, Gland Pharma, Cipla, IRB Infrastructure Developers, Meesho, Adani Green Energy, Angel One, MOIL, and Midwest will be in focus on January 8.

'India's Reform Express continues to gain momentum...': PM Modi lauds GDP growth figures

INDIA

'India's Reform Express continues to gain momentum...': PM Modi lauds GDP growth figures

PM Modi’s remarks came alongside the release of the first advance estimates of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for 2025–26 by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

Today is the darkest day: Anil Agarwal mourns son Agnivesh’s death

BUSINESS

Today is the darkest day: Anil Agarwal mourns son Agnivesh’s death

In an emotional post on X, Anil Agarwal wrote, 'Today is the darkest day of my life.” He said his son had been recovering well after the accident and that the family believed “the worst was behind us,' before fate intervened.

Indian Army gears up for drone warfare with 20 new 'Shaktibaan' regiments: Report

INDIA

Indian Army gears up for drone warfare with 20 new 'Shaktibaan' regiments: Report

Indian defence firms such as Solar Defence and Aerospace, Adani Defence, and RapheM are likely to be key contenders for the project, which is estimated to be worth around Rs 2,000 crore,

HDFC Mutual Fund offloads 2.4% stake in TV Today Network

BUSINESS

HDFC Mutual Fund offloads 2.4% stake in TV Today Network

Wealth Guardian acquired 0.6 percent stake in TV Today Network.

Budget session likely from January 28, Union Budget set for February 1: Report

BUDGET

Budget session likely from January 28, Union Budget set for February 1: Report

The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) has agreed to propose January 28 as the start date for the budget session of Parliament, with February 1 likely to be set for the presentation of the Union Budget

Only 1 in 25 Indians tip on Zomato, Swiggy; Wispr Flow chases Iron Man’s Jarvis in real life; and Lights, camera, capital: Samantha Ruth Prabhu's founder mode | MC Tech3

INDIA

Only 1 in 25 Indians tip on Zomato, Swiggy; Wispr Flow chases Iron Man’s Jarvis in real life; and Lights, camera, capital: Samantha Ruth Prabhu's founder mode | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why tipping on food delivery apps remains a niche behaviour in India and what the numbers really say about rider earnings. We also look at Wispr Flow’s bet on voice-first AI inspired by Iron Man’s Jarvis, actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s growing startup portfolio, and why artificial intelligence and data centres could take centre stage in the Union Budget for FY27.

SEBI defers rollout of distributor incentive framework to March 1 amid industry implementation concerns

BUSINESS

SEBI defers rollout of distributor incentive framework to March 1 amid industry implementation concerns

According to SEBI, the decision to defer the rollout was taken after feedback from industry participants, who highlighted operational challenges in setting up the required systems and processes for smooth implementation within the original timeline.

FII/FPI net sell Indian equities worth Rs 1528 crore, while DIIs net buy Rs 2889 crore

BUSINESS

FII/FPI net sell Indian equities worth Rs 1528 crore, while DIIs net buy Rs 2889 crore

The past year saw FII/FPIs remain as net sellers, offloading Indian equities worth Rs 2.92 lakh crore. On the other hand, DIIs added strength to the market with their buying spree reaching Rs 7.85 lakh crore.

Meesho CXO Megha Agarwal quits after over 6-year stint

STARTUP

Meesho CXO Megha Agarwal quits after over 6-year stint

Agarwal joined Meesho in 2020 and took over as CXO, business in October 2023 after succeeding Utkrishta Kumar; the company has not disclosed reasons for her resignation or named a successor.

243 kg fish sold for Rs 28.7 crore in Tokyo, expected to cost Rs 11 lakh/kg in eateries. See pics

TRENDS

243 kg fish sold for Rs 28.7 crore in Tokyo, expected to cost Rs 11 lakh/kg in eateries. See pics

In Japan, bluefin tuna is considered a symbol of status and prestige, often reserved for high-rolling clientele. The record-setting tuna was caught off the coast of Oma in Aomori prefecture, a region renowned for producing some of Japan’s finest fish.

Auto crushed between two buses in Odisha, driver killed. Dashcam video is viral

TRENDS

Auto crushed between two buses in Odisha, driver killed. Dashcam video is viral

The video shows the auto-rickshaw waiting behind a school bus at a red light. Within seconds, the state-run bus slammed into the auto from the back, crushing it between the two larger vehicles.

Gurgaon creator wears mother's 37-year-old wedding saree at reception: 'Bought it for Rs 900'

TRENDS

Gurgaon creator wears mother's 37-year-old wedding saree at reception: 'Bought it for Rs 900'

Several social media users appreciated the gesture and praised Kumar for honouring her mother on her special day. A few also pointed out that although Rs 900 may feel like a small amount now, especially for a wedding saree, it would have been quite expensive when it was bought in 1989.

In Maharashtra, a rare BJP-Congress alliance, then all hell broke loose

POLITICS

In Maharashtra, a rare BJP-Congress alliance, then all hell broke loose

Fadnavis expressed strong displeasure over local BJP units forging post-poll alliances with rival parties and directed that such tie-ups be immediately ended.The Congress suspended its local leadership in Ambernath in a damage control effort.

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