AI could add $1.7 trillion to India’s economy by 2035 as govt scales up push
Artificial Intelligence | Updated: Dec 31, 2025
- AI could add up to $1.7 trillion to India's economy by 2035
- Government allocates Rs 10,300 crore for IndiaAI Mission over five years
- AI adoption to boost jobs, skills, and productivity across multiple sectors
Jana Nayagan and other Thalapathy Vijay films that faced trouble before release
Entertainment | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Vijay's films often face delays due to censorship, politics, or legal issues.
- His movies consistently succeed at the box office despite controversies and bans.
- Jana Nayagan's release postponed, heightening anticipation as Vijay's final film
Supreme Court reserves verdict on plea of Justice Yashwant Varma assailing validity of inquiry panel by Lok Sabha
India | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Supreme Court reserves verdict on Justice Varma's plea against parliamentary probe
- Justice Varma disputes legality of panel investigating his corruption charges
- Varma seeks quashing of Speaker's action, calls process unconstitutional
India defends antitrust penalty law in Apple fight
Companies | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- India's antitrust body defends global turnover fines against Apple's challenge
- CCI: Global turnover fines deter multinational breaches in digital markets
- Delhi High Court to hear Apple's lawsuit over the law on January 27
JEE Main Exam City Slip 2026 OUT @ jeemain.nta.ac.in; download link, admit card details here
Education | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam City Slip released at jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Slip informs candidates of their allotted exam city, not the final admit card
- Exam scheduled from January 21 to 30, 2026 in two daily shifts
US unveils strategy on Venezuelan oil, spurring sudden rush for access
World | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- US to control 50M barrels of Venezuelan crude, easing some sanctions
- US refiners and traders rush to secure Venezuelan oil, boosting refinery stocks
- Shift in global oil markets impacts prices and supply flows
Bhogi Pandigai 2026: Date, Timings, Puja Rituals and Cultural Significance
Religion | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Bhogi Pandigai 2026 falls on January 13, marking the start of Sankranti festival
- Bhogi rituals include bonfires, Bhogi Pallu for children, and Ariselu Adugulu
- Festival symbolizes renewal, cleansing, and welcoming positivity
‘Open Loot’: Row erupts as National Herald bags 69% of Karnataka ad spend, outpaces major dailies
India | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Karnataka allocated most ad funds to National Herald despite low state readership.
- BJP accuses Congress of misusing taxpayer money for political patronage
- Congress defends spending, calls National Herald a "national heritage"
Immigration, Venezuela and now Greenland: How Stephen Miller became Trump’s ‘prime minister’ and the most powerful man in White House
World | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
Stephen Miller has become the most influential figure in Trump’s second presidency, shaping policy and ideology, especially on immigration and foreign affairs, and driving a more hardline, absolutist vision that is redefining the administration’s direction.
UP LT Grade Admit Card 2026 Out Assistant Teacher Recruitment Exam, Link Here
Jobs | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- UP LT Grade Admit Card 2026 released for exams on 17 and 18 January 2026
- Admit cards issued for Social Science, Biology, English, and PE subjects
- Candidates must download admit card and carry it to the exam centre for entry
Akshaye Khanna reveals he never eats breakfast, says, “Main sirf lunch aur dinner karta hoon, beech mein bhi kuch nahi khata, kabhi kabaar…”
Entertainment | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Akshaye Khanna skips breakfast, opts for simple lunch and dinner.
- He sleeps 10 hours daily, keeping the same routine even off set.
- Dhurandhar, starring Khanna and Ranveer Singh, remains a hot topic in Bollywood
Chiranjeevi confirms usage of his popular dialogue “Wow, wow, why not?” in Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu
Entertainment | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu starring Chiranjeevi releases on January 12
- Nayanthara debuts alongside Chiranjeevi in this Anil Ravipudi-directed comedy
- Chiranjeevi confirms use of popular "Wow, wow, why not?" line in the film
Oppo Reno15 series with 200-megapixel camera launched in India, price starts at Rs 45,999
Technology | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Oppo Reno15 series debuts in India with three models, including Pro Mini.
- Reno15 Pro and Pro Mini feature 200MP camera, 80W fast charging, and AI tools
- All models go on sale January 13, 2026, with prices starting at Rs 45,999
Indian student Shivank Avasthi murder: Toronto police arrest 28-year-old, charge him with first-degree murder
World | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Toronto police arrest man for fatal shooting of Indian student Shivank Avasthi
- Accused Babatunde Afuwape charged with first-degree murder, motive unknown
- India's consulate in Toronto assisting victim's family after tragic death
Top 10 Powerful Countries in the World By Military Strength
Education | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Global Firepower ranks US, Russia, and China as top 3 militaries for 2025
- Military strength measured by tech, economy, manpower, and geography
- Top 10 list includes India, South Korea, UK, France, Japan, Türkiye, and Italy
Bhojpuri superstars take over The Great Indian Kapil Show as Pawan Singh, Manoj Tiwari and Nirahua set the stage on fire
Entertainment | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Bhojpuri stars Pawan Singh, Manoj Tiwari, and Dinesh Lal Yadav join Kapil's show
- Kapil Sharma turns the episode into a mock political rally with playful banter
- The episode features musical fun, jokes, and high-energy Bhojpuri celebrations
Poco M8 launched in India: Price, features and more
Technology | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Poco M8 launched in India at Rs 18,999, sale starts Jan 13 on Flipkart
- Features include 6.77-inch curved display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, 5,520mAh battery
- Device: 4 years OS updates, 6 years security patches, IP65/IP66 protection
Rashmika Mandanna pays Rs 4.69 crore taxes, tops Kodagu’s taxpayer list
Entertainment | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Rashmika Mandanna is Kodagu’s highest taxpayer, paying Rs 4.69 crore this year
- She commands Rs 9-10 crore per film and owns luxury homes in multiple cities
- Rashmika will star in Cocktail 2, Maisa, and Pushpa 3 in 2026
Banks’ treasury income seen flat in Q3 as bond yield rise may be offset by OMO gains
Business | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Banks' Q3 treasury income likely flat as bond yield rise offsets RBI OMO gains
- PSU banks cushioned losses via OMO sales; AFS books face valuation pressure
- Coupon inflows and strategic portfolio shifts aided some banks' treasury income
Anthropic plans new fundraise at $350 billion valuation, sources say
Business | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Anthropic plans to raise $10 billion, valuing it at $350 billion.
- Valuation nearly doubles from $183 billion in September.
- GIC and Coatue Management expected to lead the funding round.
Buoyed by safeguard duty, leading steelmakers increase flat steel prices
Business | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Major steelmakers hiked flat steel prices by 1.5-2 percent per tonne this week
- Price hikes follow new three-stage safeguard duty on imported flat steels
- HRC prices in Mumbai now Rs 50,250-51,250 per tonne; CRC at Rs 56,700-58,500
Jaisalmer Desert Festival 2026 guide: Dates, must-see events, camel safaris and how to plan your trip
Travel | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Jaisalmer Desert Festival 2026 runs from January 30 to February 1 near Sam Sand Dunes
- Festival includes folk dances, camel races, moustache contests, and local food
- Thousands expected to attend Rajasthan's iconic winter cultural event
Ai+ launches NovaWatch lineup with a rotating camera and earbuds built inside a watch
Technology | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Ai+ unveils NovaWatch lineup with four models for different user needs
- Wearbuds model combines smartwatch and built-in Bluetooth earphones
- NovaWatch series launches in India in Q1 2026, full details coming soon
Gopi Bahu, aka Devoleena Bhattacharjee, gives a peek into her dreamy new Mumbai home
Lifestyle | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Devoleena Bhattacharjee reveals her vibrant new Mumbai home on Instagram
- Her home blends nature-inspired art, florals, and modern woodwork
- Interiors boast colorful décor, ample storage, and traditional touches.
How much is director Maruthi's remuneration for Prabhas starrer The Raja Saab? Here is what we know
Entertainment | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Director Maruthi reportedly paid Rs 18 crore for The Raja Saab, his highest ever
- The Raja Saab evolved from a horror-comedy to a big-budget fantasy horror film
- Prabhas stars in a lighter role alongside Malavika Mohanan and others
Why nutritionists want you to reconnect with bitter foods as a source of genuine wellbeing
Health & Fitness | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Bitter foods are making a comeback for their digestive and detox benefits
- Karela, methi, neem, turmeric boost blood sugar control, immunity, liver health
- Bitter foods help control cravings, improve skin, and boost gut and heart health
Small, midcap stocks fall up to 11% amid broad-based selling: Hind Copper, HPCL among top losers
Business | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Smallcap and midcap stocks dropped sharply on January 8 amid market selloff.
- Nifty Smallcap 100 dropped 1.6 percent; Nifty Midcap 100 fell 1.5 percent
- FII selling and tariff concerns impacted market sentiment
The last Russia-US nuclear treaty is about to expire. What happens next?
World | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- New START treaty between US and Russia set to expire on February 5
- Putin suggests extending current treaty limits for 12 months; no new talks held.
- Experts prioritize risk reduction and confidence amid global tensions.
Why your health insurer cuts your hospital bill, even when you have enough cover
Business | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Room rent limits and sub-limits can sharply reduce health insurance payouts
- Upgrading rooms or treatments beyond limits results in high out-of-pocket expenses.
- Verify room rent caps and sub-limits before buying or renewing health insurance.
Priyadarshan and his wife Lissy find their way back to each other after a decade of separation
Entertainment | Updated: Jan 08, 2026
- Priyadarshan and Lissy attended a wedding together, sparking public interest.
- Their appearance shows maturity and respect, not a reunion or remarriage.
- Fans admired their evolving, cordial relationship.