POLITICS
BJP's 'sycophancy pro max' jibe as Congress leader compares Rahul Gandhi with Lord Ram
When Patole was questioned over why Rahul Gandhi hasn't visited Ram Temple in Ayodhya yet, the Congress leader said he is "doing the work of Lord Ram".
BUSINESS
India poised to emerge as 'office of the world', powered by entrepreneurship, demographics: Report
.The report noted India's status as the world's information technology and services hub and pointed out a unique opportunity for it to become the 'office of the world' for multi-national giants
INDIA
Elections calendar 2026: West Bengal to Tamil Nadu — key battle of states this year
Compared to 2025, the year 2026 will be a busy year for political parties with as many as four states—West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala—and the Union Territory of Puducherry lined up for polls.
BUSINESS
Blue Dart shares rise 9% as tax demand against arm cut to Rs 65 lakh from Rs 421 crore
Blue Dart has also announced a general price increase for its shipments, with average shipment prices set to rise in the range of 9-12 percent from January 1, 2026.
INDIA
Delhi man booked by CBI for misusing PM Modi’s name in emails to Indian agencies, Pentagon
The FIR has been lodged an year after these e-mails were reportedly sent by a man named Nisheeth Kohli, who lives in Delhi’s Vasant Kunj area
AUTOMOBILE
Auto PLI scheme to add 8 more beneficiaries from FY27; action against non-investing firms: Report
With these additions, the number of companies benefiting from the scheme is expected to rise from the current 10 to 18 by the end of FY27, the report said.
POLITICS
Battlefield 2026: Key elections, leadership changes and more to watch this year
A cascade of municipal, assembly and Rajya Sabha battles promises to test the strength of national and regional parties alike in 2026.
INDIA
ECHS health cover offers New Year relief to disabled military cadets, slashes medical costs: Report
The one-time contributory fee — which can go up to Rs 1.2 lakh for serving officers — has been waived for these cadets, making the scheme accessible without imposing a financial burden.
INDIA
Pakistan adds its own spin to Jaishankar's Dhaka handshake, pitches for 'peace talks'
A press release issued by Pakistan’s National Assembly Secretariat claimed the handshake occurred when Jaishankar approached Sadiq at the event
INDIA
Kochi Biennale venue shut after artwork depicting Christ’s ‘Last Supper’ triggers controversy
The controversy revolves around a painting by Kerala-based artist Tom Vattakuzhy, featured in the Biennale’s curated exhibition ‘Idam’
WORLD
In a first, Zohran Mamdani takes oath as mayor of New York City on Quran
Mamdani took oath at a decommissioned subway station in Manhattan in a historic ceremony. “This is truly the honour and the privilege of a lifetime,” Mamdani said.
BUSINESS
Missed December 31st PAN-Aadhaar deadline? Here's what happens from January 1, 2026: Key FAQs every taxpayer must know
An inoperative PAN is effectively unusable. Individuals will be unable to file income tax returns, open new bank or demat accounts, or receive tax refunds.
INDIA
PM Modi greets nation on New Year 2026, prays for peace and happiness
Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi also extended greetings on the occasion.
INDIA
Kailash Vijayvargiya apologises after snapping at reporter over Indore water contamination tragedy
My people are suffering from contaminated water, and some have left us; in this state of deep sorrow, my words came out wrong in response to a media question. For this, I express my regret, says minister.
BUSINESS
India Inc to add up to 12 million jobs in 2026 as hiring momentum builds: Report
Human resource leaders across sectors say recruitment momentum is picking up, with a renewed emphasis on campus hiring, skill-based roles and workforce diversity.
INDIA
Nandini Chakravorty's bureaucratic career comes a full circle: WBIDC chief to Bengal's first woman chief secretary
Chakraborty, who was the home secretary, along with additional responsibilities of parliamentary affairs and tourism departments, would be the first woman chief secretary of Bengal.
INDIA
Air India pilot held at Vancouver airport after failing breath test before Delhi-bound flight
A staffer at Vancouver duty free noticed the Boeing 777 pilot either sipping wine being offered during the holiday season or smelling of alcohol while purchasing a bottle
INDIA
Probe details lapses behind Goa nightclub fire: Built illegally on salt pan, without license, negligence
The inquiry report, made public on Wednesday, said the nightclub -- Birch by Romeo Lane in North Goa’s Arpora village -- continued functioning even after its trade licence expired on March 31, 2024.
INDIA
PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline: Has Income Tax dept extended due date? Here’s the latest
So far, there has been no official communication from the government or the Income Tax Department announcing any extension of the PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline
INDIA
2012 Pune JM Road blast case accused killed in daylight firing in Ahilyanagar, police launch probe
According to the police, Jahagirdar was out on bail at the time of the attack and had gone to attend a ritual at a local crematorium.
WORLD
Obama-era judge says Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee legal, fight moves to appeals court
US District Judge Beryl Howell rejected the arguments of the US Chamber of Commerce and ruled on December 23 that President Donald Trump had the legal authority to impose the fee
INDIA
Delhi records 14.2°C maximum, lowest December day temperature since 2019
The weather agency issued a yellow alert for the national capital, forecasting light to very light rain on Thursday along with cold day conditions at isolated places.
INDIA
Supreme Court handled over 75,000 cases in 2025, unmatched by any top court
Several jurists have strongly supported the idea of promoting mediation as a better and more suitable way to resolve legal disputes in India.
INDIA
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls for social harmony, use of mother tongue: 'Country belongs to everyone'
Bhagwat described social harmony as a mindset rooted in inclusiveness and the rejection of discrimination.
