INDIA
Kashmiri shawl seller allegedly harassed, forced to chant 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' in Haryana'
According to reports, shawl sellers from Kashmir have recently reported harassment in states such as Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Uttarakhand.
WORLD
Earthquake of magnitude 6 jolts Japan's Noda, no tsunami warning issued
The tremor occurred at a depth of about 19.3 km, or nearly 12 miles. Authorities said there were no immediate reports of major damage.
POLITICS
Amit Shah sets clear target for Bengal BJP, says 'want 22 of 28 seats from in and around Kolkata'
The Home Minister asked for the end of factionalism within the party and brought Suvendu Adhikari, the Leader of the Opposition in the state assembly, and Dilip Ghosh, the former state president of the party, together, although they were purported to be at loggerheads.
BUSINESS
Stock market holiday on New Year 2026: Are NSE, BSE closed today on January 1? Check details
Commodity trading platforms, including the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) and the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), will also be functional during the daytime session from 9 am to 5 pm
BANKING
Bank Holiday Today: Are banks open or closed on January 1, 2026 in India? Check Details
Bank Holiday Today: According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) holiday calendar, bank holidays during the month differ from state to state.
INDIA
PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat sleeper train between Guwahati and Kolkata this month, says Vaishnaw
The 16-coach train, with a passenger capacity of 823, has a design speed of 180 kilometres per hour. However, it will operate at a speed of 120-130 kmph between the two cities, covering prominent districts of Assam and West Bengal.
INDIA
Loss of another forest? Why Karnataka government is in a fix over 2017 land lease order
Consistent efforts aimed at reviving the Machohalli Reserve forest had come to a abrupt halt in 2017, when the the cabinet decided to hand over a large portion to caste-based socio-religious organisations.
PODCAST
Relief for Vodafone Idea, Gig workers fight the algo & why hybrids raced past EVs | MC Editor's Picks
Govt hands Vodafone Idea a lifeline, gig workers strike against aggressive practices, India’s EV adoption routes through hybrids and a complete A-Z guide on what shaped 2025 in tech/startups and markets. From the IPO boom and its underlying concerns to the rise of influencers in movie publicity - tune in for all this and more in the day’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.
BUSINESS
Stocks to Watch Today: Jindal Poly Films, NBCC, NCC, Berger Paints, Hyundai Motor India, Blue Dart, Adani Enterprises in focus on 1 January
Stocks to Watch, 1 January: Stocks like Jindal Poly Films, Vodafone Idea, NBCC, NCC, Great Eastern Shipping Company, Berger Paints India, Hyundai Motor India, Blue Dart Express, Adani Enterprises, and Ola Electric Mobility will be in focus on January 1.
BUSINESS
SBI MF acquires additional 6% stake in Privi Speciality, promoters sell 4% shares in Vishnu Prakash R Punglia
Privi Speciality Chemicals shares plunged 12.1 percent to Rs 2,804.4 (the lowest closing level since October 17) after gap-down opening on the NSE.
BUSINESS
Investors lift Modern Diagnostic IPO subscription to 5.5 times on day 1
Modern Diagnostic IPO | The company launched IPO with the aim to raise nearly Rs 37 crore by issuing fresh 40.99 lakh shares at the upper end of price band of Rs 85-90 per share.
BUSINESS
FIIs net sell shares worth Rs 3,597 crore, DIIs net buy Rs 6,760 crore on December 31
FIIs closed the year as net sellers of shares worth Rs 2.92 lakh crore, while DIIs were net buyers of shares worth Rs 7.85 lakh crore.
BUSINESS
Ashika Group gets SEBI’s in-principle nod to launch mutual fund business
With the regulatory approval, the company can move forward with the establishment of an Asset Management Company (AMC) and begin preparations for launching mutual fund schemes, subject to the fulfilment of SEBI’s final registration requirements and conditions.
INDIA
Navjot Singh Sidhu shares video from Manali, local shows him property belonging to Sukhbir Singh Badal’s family
The video has since drawn attention online, with many users discussing the remarks made in the interaction.
BUSINESS
E to E Transportation Infra SME IPO allotment: How to check status on registrar, NSE; check latest GMP
E to E Transportation Infra shares will be listed on the Emerge platform of NSE on January 2, following a 527 times subscription to its Rs 84-crore issue.
POLITICS
BJP's response to Mamata's Mahabharat dig: 'She is Dushasan and Duryodhan of Bengal'
You (Banerjee) are not just threatening Amit Shah; you are threatening India, says Patra, adding that this is not the first time that such an incident has happened in West Bengal.
BUSINESS
Pre-stressed concrete sleepers maker Vishal Nirmiti files IPO papers, fresh issue size at Rs 125 crore
Vishal Nirmiti IPO | The public issue is a combination of fresh issuance of shares worth Rs 125 crore, and an offer-for-sale of 15 lakh shares by promoter Vaman Prestressing Company.
INDIA
DRDO successfully conducts salvo launch of two Pralay missiles in Odisha | Watch
Pralay is an indigenously developed solid propellant quasi-ballistic missile employing state-of-the-art guidance and navigation to ensure high precision
INDIA
'Hafiz Saeed said ...': Pahalgam plotter reveals LeT chief's remarks on Op Sindoor in anti-India speech
In a recent gathering, Kasuri can be seen making open threats against India, saying that Pakistan will never back away from its "mission in Kashmir".
INDIA
What are Piprahwa relics? PM Modi to inaugurate exposition in Delhi on January 3
Ministry says it is organising 'a landmark cultural exposition titled 'Lotus Light: Relics of the Awakened One', showcasing the revered sacred Piprahwa Relics along with significant associated antiquities".
INDIA
Shiv Sena leader gets poll ticket at crematorium while performing mother’s last rites in Maharashtra
The unusual moment occurred just hours before the 3 pm deadline for filing nomination papers.
INDIA
Tariff tensions, post-Op Sindoor diplomacy: Why 2025 was a test of India's foreign policy resolve
Donald Trump’s return to the White House in January proved to be the most disruptive event for India’s foreign policy in 2025
INDIA
Man presumed dead for 28 years returns home in Muzaffarnagar, sparks emotional reunion
According to family members, Sharif’s first wife passed away in 1997, after which he remarried and moved to West Bengal with his second wife.
BUSINESS
AMS shares rise 4% as subsidiary bags fresh order worth Rs 421 crore
The stock settled at Rs 270.95 apiece on the NSE, up 4.27 percent. During the day, it hit the upper circuit limit of 5 percent at Rs 272.80.
