INDIA
Indian envoy sought tariff relief, asked me to convey message to Trump, claims US Senator
Graham said the issue came up during a meeting at the Indian Ambassador’s residence last month. According to him, Kwatra asked that the message be conveyed directly to Trump.
BUSINESS
InCred sees 20% potential upside in Tata Motors shares; check details
The brokerage expects the recovery in demand to be sustained through FY28, aided by easing interest rates and a pick-up in industrial activity.
POLITICS
Bengal SIR row: Cricketer Mohammed Shami, brother summoned in Kolkata, says report
Shami could not attend the scheduled hearing as he was representing Bengal in Rajkot in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Shami’s hearing has been scheduled to take place between January 9 and 11.
INDIA
Video | Gas leak, fire at ONGC oil well spark panic, force evacuation in Andhra village
The episode unfolded at an ONGC installation in Irusumanda village under the Razole mandal, where maintenance activity was in progress.
INDIA
Madras High Court orders return of seized Hindu idols: 'State can't act on superstition over unnatural deaths'
Following complaints from residents claiming that deaths in the locality were connected to the installation and worship of the idols, local authorities removed them.
BUSINESS
This renewable energy firm enters electric three-wheeler battery market, shares see profit booking
Shares of the company saw profit booking after it announced to enter the electric three-wheeler battery market.
POLITICS
'I'm a trained lawyer': Mamata says will move court against 'inhumane' SIR exercise
Terminally ill people have been forced to stand in queues during SIR to prove they're legitimate voters, says West Bengal CM.
DEFENCE
Alarm bells for India? China ramps up construction near Pangong Tso buffer zone, shows new satellite image
While the activity is within Chinese-held territory, it consolidates Beijing's physical presence post the 2020 border dispute
INDIA
Umar Khalid reacts after SC rejects his plea: ‘Jail is my life now’
The Supreme Court refused to grant bail to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy matter, saying there was a prima facie case against them under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.
BUSINESS
Live: Nifty snaps 3-day gaining streak, slips below 26,300 on Venezuela tensions | Closing Bell
Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Rajesh Bhosale, Senior Technical and Derivative Analyst, Angel One and Nirav R Karkera-Head, Research, Fisdom
BUSINESS
RBI injects Rs 50,000 crore durable liquidity in banking system via OMO purchases
Currently, the banking system is estimated to be in surplus of around Rs 49,702.30 crore as on January 4, as per RBI data.
STARTUP
FanCode strikes exclusive multi-year deal to broadcast ATP Tour events in Indian subcontinent
FanCode will hold exclusive broadcast and streaming rights to 56 ATP Tour tennis events in the Indian Subcontinent until 2028.
POLITICS
Cracks in Mahayuti? Ajit Pawar’s BJP 'gang of robbers' jab has more than meets the eye
According to him, while the NCP is part of the NDA at the Centre and running the state government with Devendra Fadnavis and Eknath Shinde, the situation at the local level in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad is different.
TRENDS
Pakistan couple touring China leave twin babies with security guard, viral story sparks debate
The parents left the five‑month‑old babies for an hour while they took a cable‑car ride at a mountain park in China. They did not leave any contact details with the security guard.
POLITICS
Indore water contamination row: MP official suspended for ‘ghanta’ reference in govt order
The Congress memorandum had targeted the BJP government in the state over the Indore drinking water crisis and said minister Kailash Vijayvargiya’s use of the objectionable word ‘ghanta’.
INDIA
No bail for Umar Khalid: ‘Welcome to Viksit Bharat, where raising your voice lands you in jail,’ says Congress – Top reactions
Reacting to the court's decision, Umar Khalid's father, S Q R Ilyas, said he had nothing to say about the Supreme Court's refusal to grant bail to his son.
INDIA
'Nothing to say, judgment is before you': Umar Khalid’s father on SC bail denial
The Supreme Court denied bail to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, holding that prima facie evidence exists against them under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
BUSINESS
Network18, CNN International renew 10-year partnership, plan global TV and digital expansion
Network18 plans to further invest in CNN-News18’s digital, technological and editorial capabilities to strengthen its leadership and expand its footprint in India and beyond.
INDIA
British MP says entire PoK should be reunited with India, condemns Pakistan's illegal occupation
The Conservative MP said his views were rooted in the events of the early 1990s — particularly the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits — and not shaped by the Indian government’s 2019 decision to abrogate Article 370.
BUSINESS
PCJ shares rise up to 8% on strong Q3 business update
The company said it will continue to focus on expanding its retail footprint, achieving debt-free status and delivering steady performance in the coming quarters.
TRENDS
'Indians live like cockroaches': Netizens react to viral video of man struggling to board crowded train
With more than seven lakh views, the 20-second clip has gone viral as a visual commentary on the struggles of a common man in India.
POLITICS
Congress acts against 43 leaders for anti-party activities after Bihar poll debacle
The Congress managed to win only six of the 61 seats it contested in the election, prompting an internal review of the reasons behind the setback.
BUSINESS
DA Hike Update: 2% or 3%? What central govt employees may gain – Know formula, latest data and more
Although the exact increase in DA and DR will be known only after the December data is released, the November All India Consumer Price Index-Industrial Workers (AICPI-IW) figures indicate a notable rise in both allowances.
INDIA
Venezuela in turmoil: How strong are India’s bilateral, trade ties with crisis-hit South American nation
India and Venezuela have traditionally shared what New Delhi describes as “warm relations”, backed by decades of diplomatic engagement and a strong energy and trade component.
