INDIA
‘Shocking self-goal’: BJP's Kesavan takes dig at Congress after remark of Tamil Nadu debt
Do the Tamil Nadu CM and Deputy CM agree with this damning view of their ally, the Congress party, that the DMK Govt has plummeted and wrecked the Tamil Nadu economy to ruins, says BJP leader.
INDIA
Tripura MBA student killed in racial attack in Dehradun was bright, football enthusiast, early job select
The incident has triggered protests in Tripura, drawn condemnation from political leaders across the Northeast, and raised serious questions about delays in police action.
INDIA
'Sonia Gandhi's leadership shows us...': Revanth Reddy counters Digvijaya's 'power of organisation' remark
Without making a direct reference to Digvijaya Singh, Reddy gave examples of instances when the first family, transcending self-interest, entrusted young, talented individuals with important roles within the organisation and also the government.
INDIA
Indus Water Treaty put on hold, another Chenab hydel project gets govt nod
The approval follows India's decision to put the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan on hold after the Pahalgam terror attack in April which claimed 26 lives.
BUSINESS
Sigachi shares fall 5.5% after CEO remanded in connection with Hyderabad unit fire
In a notice to the stock exchanges, Sigachi Industries said it has taken all necessary measures to ensure the continuity of its operations and day-to-day activities
POLITICS
SIR halts ‘unmapped’ voter hearings amid political row in West Bengal
The move came after poll officials West Bengal flagged the possible large-scale 'system-driven' deletion of electors during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision.
BUSINESS
Centre likely to cut debt-to-GDP ratio to around 55% in FY27: Report
A final decision on the FY27 consolidation strategy will hinge on the economic growth outlook, which will be reassessed after the release of the first advance estimates of GDP for FY26 on January 7
POLITICS
Rahul Gandhi's 'mischief' banter with Digvijay Singh over 'RSS-BJP' post masks tension on Congress Day
The light-hearted moment came a day after Digvijaya Singh’s social media post created unease within the Congress.
TRENDS
Indian-origin co-founder of $300 million startup reveals the worst advice she got: ‘Hard work…’
Selin Kocalar, 21, also encouraged young founders to adopt a long-term mindset, urging them to imagine themselves decades into the future and act in ways consistent with that vision.
INDIA
One in five domestic airports saw two or fewer daily flights between April and November: AAI data
The data highlights that five airports, Tezpur, Azamgarh, Pakyong, Shravasti and Kanpur (civil), did not record a single domestic flight movement during the period under review.
POLITICS
RSS leader slams Manickam Tagore's 'Al-Qaeda' remark: 'Reflects mental bankruptcy of Congress leadership'
When individuals, institutions, and their leaders face continuous defeats, their frustration becomes evident, says RSS leader Indresh Kumar.
BUSINESS
Silver slips 8% from record high amid thin volumes, best year since 1979 in sight: Report
March silver futures surged to an intraday high of $82.67 an ounce in early trade, marking a further 7% rise on top of an 11% jump on Friday, which was the strongest single-day gain since 2008
INDIA
Ajit Pawar announces NCP-NCP (SP) alliance for Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls: 'Parivar has come together'
For the sake of the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, the 'clock' and the 'tutari' (trumpet) have united. The parivar has come together, says Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister.
BUSINESS
Nifty Aims To Defend 26,000 Amid Thin Volumes, Record-Low VIX| Opening Bell Live
Indian markets are likely to kick off the final trading week of 2025 on a positive note. Global cues remain mixed, but the GIFT Nifty is indicating a slightly higher opening after a two-day losing streak. The Nifty 50 extended its decline for another session on December 26, slipping 0.38% and negating the higher high–higher low formation seen over the previous four days. That said, the index managed to defend its short-term moving averages. Experts expect markets to remain largely rangebound amid thin year-end volumes. A sustained break below the key 26,000–25,950 support zone could lead to a widening of selling pressure, while holding above this band may push the index toward the 26,100–26,150 zone. The near-term trading range is seen between 25,950 and 26,300. Among stocks to watch, defence names will be in focus as the Defence Acquisition Council is likely to consider proposals worth ₹80,000 crore today. Coforge will also be in focus after announcing the acquisition of US-based engineering services firm Encora in a $2.35-billion all-stock deal. Catch Nandita Khemka in conversation with Rajesh Palviya, Senior Vice President – Research (Head, Technical & Derivatives) at Axis Securities, and Feroze Azeez, Joint CEO at Anand Rathi Wealth.
INDIA
India’s blue-collar workers bridging Russia’s labour shortage
Recruitment companies handling overseas placements say hiring by Russian firms has risen steadily over the past few years.
INDIA
NGT orders halt to 'German', 'Tiger' road built by Kukis through Manipur forest without clearance
‘German’ and ‘Tiger’ are reportedly nicknames of Kuki insurgents.
BUSINESS
Budget push: India weighs duty hikes, incentives to cut reliance on China-led imports
India exported goods worth $292 billion during April-November of FY26, while imports stood at $515.2 billion in the same period, highlighting growing concerns within the government over external vulnerabilities
BUSINESS
Diamond Power Infrastructure shares gain on power cables supply order
Diamond Power Infrastructure share price | EPC contractor has awarded a power cable supply order to the company.
BUSINESS
Avantel wins contract from Defence Ministry; shares up marginally
Avantel Share Price | Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract of for CAMC of satcom equipment’s.
BUSINESS
First Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth Rs 317 crore on December 26, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought equities of Rs 1772 crore, on same day.
INDIA
Unnao rape case: Supreme Court stays Delhi HC's order suspending Kuldeep Sengar's life sentence
The Supreme Court has stayed Delhi High Court's order suspending life sentence of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar in 2017 Unnao rape case.
BUSINESS
Stocks to Watch Today: Coforge, Vedanta, Diamond Power, Solarworld Energy, Timex Group India, Stylam, Vikran Engg, Suzlon in focus on 29 December
Stocks to Watch, 29 December: Stocks like Coforge, Sigachi Industries, Viceroy Hotels, Lloyds Enterprises, Vedanta, Suzlon Energy, Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals, Diamond Power Infrastructure, Avantel, Solarworld Energy Solutions, Punjab National Bank, and Timex Group India will be in focus on December 29.
INDIA
From Rs 18 to Rs 72: Cigarette prices could quadruple under new excise bill
Parliament has cleared a sharp excise duty hike on cigarettes and other tobacco products, a move expected to significantly raise retail prices across India.
INDIA
A techie, a ‘lady don’ and a Sri Lanka link: Inside India’s latest cannabis bust
Police arrested eight people, including a Bengaluru software engineer, for running a ganja network linking Andhra–Odisha border areas to Sri Lanka.
