INDIA
‘Won’t be accepted’: Fadnavis rejects BJP’s local tie-ups with Congress, AIMIM
Fadnavis’ remarks come amid political controversy triggered by unexpected post-poll alliances entered into by the BJP following civic elections held last month, particularly in Ambernath in Thane district and Akot in Akola district.
INDIA
JNUSU office bearers, other Left-affiliated students named in sloganeering controversy
The move follows the university administration’s decision to approach the police, contending that the sloganeering was provocative, inflammatory and amounted to contempt of the Supreme Court
INDIA
Teachers in Bihar's Sasaram Municipal Corporation get new duty: Counting dogs, says report
The designated nodal teacher will be responsible for providing information on the number of stray dogs present within and around school premises, their condition, and possible measures for their control.
CITY
Gurugram woman refuses to pay for cab ride, threatens with molestation case
The driver alleged that Jyoti threatened to frame him for theft or molestation and went to the Sector 29 Police Station, where she created a ruckus.
BUSINESS
IndiGo offers glimpse of India’s first A321XLR aircraft: 'About to make its way home’
The aircraft is known for long-haul flights and will provide a boost to the airline’s global expansion plans
BUSINESS
Balu Forge shares hit 20% lower circuit on heavy volumes
Balu Forge shares declined to Rs 465.30 on the NSE. It opened lower by 2.18 percent and has been declining for the past five trading sessions.
POLITICS
AIADMK, PMK alliance ahead of 2026 election gives NDA major boost in Tamil Nadu
The PMK president, Anbumani Ramadoss, has also joined the NDA alliance; more parties are also expected to join the alliance. Our alliance is a victory alliance, says Palaniswami.
INDIA
UP electoral roll revision 2026: Find out which districts lead in uncollected voter forms
District-wise data indicate that Lucknow recorded the highest share of uncollected forms at 30.04 percent, affecting approximately 12 lakh electors.
POLITICS
Why CR Patil's ‘Shivaji Maharaj a Patidar’ remark sparked row ahead of Maharasthra civic polls
Born at the Shivneri fort, (64 km) north of Pune, on 19 February 1630, Shivaji was the second son of Shahaji Bhonsle. Since Shivaji Maharaj is revered as a Maratha ruler from the Bhonsle clan, Patil’s comment drew sharp reactions.
BUSINESS
Veterans and fresh faces power Nirmala Sitharaman’s team for 9th Union Budget
Just four officials from the previous budget team reportedly remain -- CBDT chairman Ravi Agrawal, Dipam secretary Arunish Chawla, financial services secretary M Nagaraju, and chief economic adviser V Anantha Nageswaran
BUSINESS
Sensex settles 350 pts higher from day's low, Nifty ends near 26,150: 3 key reasons behind market paring losses
Sensex, Nifty timmed early losses as bargain hunting was visible in key sectors such as IT, pharma and consumer durables.
INDIA
Jaishankar reveals why Pakistan is an exception for India: 'Terror training camps in big cities ...'
The minister blasted Pakistan's open support to anti-India terror groups who are allowed to operate freely on its soil.
INDIA
BJP allies react to Mustafizur Rahman’s KKR exit: ‘Cricket & politics should not be mixed’
The decision to remove Rahman came amid strained India-Bangladesh ties over the past few weeks, escalated by the death of several Hindus in the neighbouring nation
POLITICS
BJP, Congress form rare alliance to keep Sena out of power in Maharashtra's Ambernath
Our objective was to free the municipal administration from fear and corruption and to ensure development in Ambernath. Keeping that goal in mind, we formed this alliance, says BJP corporator.
INDIA
Lalu's daughter Rohini shares cryptic post with gun in hand: 'Sahi galat pehchanne ki nazar ...'
Rohini, who is based in Singapore, had cut ties with RJD and even accused her brother Tejashwi Yadav of forcing her out of the family following the Bihar poll debacle in November last year.
INDIA
UP voter list revision: Why 1.4 crore voters will receive notices after SIR exercise
The draft roll, released after the SIR exercise, contains 12.55 crore voters, down from 15.44 crore voters listed as of October 27, 2025.
BUSINESS
Live: Can Nifty hold 26,200, break 2-day dull performance? | Opening Bell
Markets extended losses for the second consecutive session, with the Nifty slipping below its key support near the 26,200 mark. Sectoral performance was mixed, as healthcare, pharma and PSU banks outperformed, while oil & gas, media and chemicals remained under pressure. Broader markets corrected in tandem with the benchmarks, with both midcaps and smallcaps declining. Investors now turn their focus to key global cues, including US PMI, Eurozone CPI and jobs data. This morning, global cues were largely positive. US markets ended higher overnight while Asian markets were mixed. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Jay Thakkar, Head Derivatives and Quant Research, ICICI Securities and Siddhartha Khemka - Head- Research, Wealth Management, Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
SPORTS
ICC rejects Bangladesh's request to move T20 World Cup matches from India: Report
During a virtual call on Tuesday, Jay Shah-led ICC informed BCB that it was rejecting the latter's request to shift Bangladesh's matches outside India due to security concerns.
INDIA
Cold wave warning issued as temperatures plunge across north and central India: IMD
BUDGET
Budget 2026 Expectations: All eyes on FM Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget presentation
Can taxpayers expect more benefits in the upcoming Budget? What the exporters are expecting as they could potentially lose out on orders without a trade deal with the US
PODCAST
Securing silver supply, Crypto SIPs on rise & deep tech investors turn to IIT Madras | MC Editor's Picks
In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks find out what’s happening from markets to government policy and more. Inside: India keeps bullion out of FTAs, rapid adoption of crypto SIPs, IIT Madras emerges preferred consultancy for deep tech investors, energy markets keep close watch on Venezuela, & semiconductor industry presents wishlist to government ahead of the Budget. Tune in!
INDIA
14-year-old held in Pathankot espionage case; police flag digital grooming by ISI networks
Punjab police say a 14-year-old was allegedly recruited online by ISI-linked operatives to map military sites, raising alarms over digital grooming risks.
BUSINESS
Buffett vs real estate: The 5-second stock deal that explains why he still bets on equities
The Berkshire Hathaway founder says equities offer speed, liquidity, and scale that real estate deals simply can’t match, even in market downturns.
BUSINESS
Stocks to Watch Today: Titan, Jubilant Foodworks, Godrej Consumer Products, IRB Infrastructure Trust, Pidilite, Fino Payments Bank in focus on 7 January
Stocks to Watch, 7 January: Stocks like Titan Company, Jubilant Foodworks, Godrej Consumer Products, Lodha Developers, Yes Bank, IRB Infrastructure Trust, Indian Energy Exchange, Biocon, and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation will be in focus on January 7.







