New I-T Act comes into effect from April 1. Here's what you need to know

Personal Finance | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Income-tax Act, 2025 replaces 1961 law, effective April 1, 2026.
• New law trims sections, introduces 'tax year', and simplifies compliance.
• Taxpayers urged to use CBDT mapping utility and stay updated on new rules.

Tata Motors PV shares drop 4% after JLR wholesales drop 43% in Q3 after cyberattack

Business | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Tata Motors shares fell over 4 percent after JLR Q3 sales numbers were released
• JLR wholesales dropped 43.3 percent YoY in Q3 FY26 to 59,200 units
• Retail sales dropped 25% YoY due to cyberattack and US tariffs affecting exports.

Banks, Brokers Clash Over Float Economics at GIFT City but Compromise Nears

Business | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• GIFT City banks may soon pay interest on float balances after lengthy dispute.
• Interest payout depends on trading volumes being large and stable
• Resolution seen as key for GIFT City's global financial competitiveness

Telangana surgeon dies by suicide after her partner backs out of marriage

City | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• A 23-year-old house surgeon in Telangana died by suicide while under treatment
• Man arrested for refusing marriage over caste differences
• Further investigation into the circumstances leading to her death is ongoing.

Shikhar Dhawan is all set to marry girlfriend Sophie Shine in February 2026 in Delhi

Entertainment | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Shikhar Dhawan to wed girlfriend Sophie Shine in February in Delhi-NCR
• Wedding to be a lavish yet intimate affair with cricket and Bollywood guests
• Dhawan personally planning the ceremony, marking a special milestone

Why Trump’s Venezuela strike could hand Russia and China a dangerous precedent

World | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Trump's capture of Maduro signals US dominance in its hemisphere
• Russia and China condemned the US but avoided military response
• US action may legitimize similar moves by Russia or China in their regions

First steps in human history: 7-million-year-old Sahelanthropus fossils suggest early upright walking

Science | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

New research on Sahelanthropus tchadensis fossils from Chad provides strong evidence that this 6.7–7.2 million-year-old hominin could walk upright. Analyses of a femur and forearm bones reveal human-like hip and knee adaptations, including a femoral tubercle and antetorsion, supporting bipedal locomotion. While retaining arboreal abilities, Sahelanthropus demonstrates that early bipedalism evolved gradually from a Pan-like ancestor. The findings, published in Science Advances, challenge previous assumptions and suggest that walking on two legs emerged much earlier in the human lineage than previously thought.

Refund on hold after filing taxes? Here’s how to clear the roadblocks

Business | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Refunds are delayed due to mismatches, missing details, or pending tax demands.
• Read the tax department's message fully and respond within the given timeline
• Verify bank details and match your return with Form 26AS and AIS to avoid delays

Crypto SIPs grow over 60% in India as retail investors bet on long-term gains

Business | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Indian crypto SIPs surged over 60 percent YoY in 2025 on major exchanges
• Bitcoin remains top SIP asset; average monthly ticket size as low as Rs 100
• ZebPay to launch crypto SIP feature in early 2026

Smart ways to tweak your body clock to increase your productivity

Lifestyle | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Align work tasks with your natural productivity peak, morning or night.
• Create a structured routine and dedicated workspace to boost focus at home.
• Support productivity with regular exercise, breaks, and balanced nutrition.

Concierge Living: Luxury homes go the boutique hotel way as developers rope in global design studios

Business | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Indian luxury housing now boasts global architects and hospitality-inspired designs.
• Clubhouses offer boutique hotel-like services, central to project experiences.
• Global partnerships aid developers in meeting buyer demands and justifying premiums.

KEAM 2026 registration begins at cee.kerala.gov.in, direct link to apply here

Education | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• KEAM 2026 registration is open at cee.kerala.gov.in for UG courses in Kerala
• Apply and pay by Jan 31, 2026; upload docs by Feb 7
• Exam centers available across Kerala, major Indian cities, and UAE

Health benefits of Hatha yoga: How balancing asanas, pranayama and meditation can transform your life

Health & Fitness | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Hatha yoga balances posture, breathwork, and meditation for holistic wellness
• Hatha yoga boosts strength and flexibility for beginners and experts alike.
• Practice improves balance, reduces stress, and enhances mental focus

Neha Dhupia admits crying when out of work: “Then you see the trajectory of Akshaye Khanna..."

Entertainment | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Neha Dhupia shares struggles with anxiety during periods without acting work
• She says coping with industry pressures remains tough even after 20 years
• Neha was recently seen in Netflix's comic drama Single Papa

Delhi HC issues notice to CBI on Tejashwi Yadav's challenge to IRCTC scam charges

India | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Delhi HC seeks CBI reply on Tejashwi Yadav's plea against IRCTC scam charges
• Comes day after court issued notice to CBI on Lalu Prasad's plea
• Charges relate to alleged irregularities in IRCTC hotel tenders during 2004-2009

MEA issues travel advisory for Indians in Iran, urges citizens to avoid non-essential travel as protests spread

Travel | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• India urges citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran amid ongoing unrest
• Indians in Iran advised to avoid protest zones and monitor embassy updates
• Resident visa holders must register with Indian Embassy for emergency assistance.

Cloud‑9: NASA find first starless “failed galaxy” hiding in deep space

Science | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Astronomers discover starless gas cloud, Cloud-9, with radio and Hubble telescopes.
• Cloud-9 has hydrogen, dark matter, no stars also this is 14 million light-years away.
• Discovery confirms "failed galaxies" theories, offers dark matter insights.

How Rajasthan village’s ‘treasure hunt’ exposed a big fraud - ‘Hidden pots had no gold, only dust’

City | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• A treasure hunt in Rajasthan village exposed as a hoax by local con artists
• Police arrested two men who buried brass bricks, posing as ancient gold
• Excavation revealed only dust; villagers duped by fake rituals and promises

Makara Vilakku 2026: Date, Timings, Rituals and Significance of the Sacred Sabarimala Festival

Religion | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Makara Vilakku 2026 will be observed on January 14 at Sabarimala Temple, Kerala
• The Makara Jyothi light appears three times at Ponnambalamedu hill
• Thousands gather to witness the festival and seek Lord Ayyappa's blessings.

Yogi Adityanath’s Delhi meetings spark buzz over cabinet expansion, BJP organisational reshuffle

Politics | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Yogi Adityanath met top BJP leaders in Delhi, sparking cabinet expansion buzz
• Six ministerial posts are vacant; OBC leaders may be accommodated in expansion
• Key decisions expected soon as BJP recalibrates strategy ahead of 2027 polls

Sony PlayStation 6 launch may be delayed due to memory shortage and rising component costs  

Technology | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Sony may delay PS6 launch due to global RAM shortages and rising component costs
• PS5 prices could increase further as supply pressures impact production
• PS6 may now launch by late 2027 or early 2028, depending on supply chain issues

‘Hindu astrologer gave me my Muslim name’, when AR Rahman revealed how he changed his real name Dileep Kumar

Entertainment | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• A R Rahman celebrates his birthday, reflecting on faith and identity.
• A Hindu astrologer suggested Rahman's Muslim name during a personal phase.
• He chose Sufism, influenced by family and spiritual openness.

NICL AO Final Result 2025-26 Released, Direct Link to Download Here

Jobs | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• NICL AO Final Result 2025-26 declared on 05 January 2026
• Selected candidates must undergo medical examination before appointment
• Appointment letters and joining instructions will follow after verification

McDonald’s rival Jollibee plans US listing for global business

Business | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Jollibee to spin off international business and list it on a US exchange by 2027
• Jollibee shares jumped 11% after spinoff and US listing plans revealed.
• Shareholders to receive international shares matching their current holdings

Top 10 highest-grossing Indian films of 2025: Dhurandhar beats Kantara: Chapter 1 to become year’s biggest blockbuster

Entertainment | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• "Dhurandhar" is 2025's top-grossing Indian film, earning Rs 1215 crore globally.
• Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 and Chhaava follow as top earners of the year
• Saiyaara surprises as highest-grossing Indian love story with Rs 570 crore

Give a calm, peaceful vibe to your room interiors with Cloud Dancer, Pantone's Colour of the Year

Lifestyle | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Cloud Dancer is Pantone's Colour of the Year 2026, a soothing airy white shade
• Cloud Dancer creates serene spaces, complements textures and accents.
• Affordable updates: paint, soft furnishings, metallics, decluttering

Critics’ Choice Awards face backlash after ‘embarrassing’ snack plate leaves celebrities hungry

Entertainment | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Critics’ Choice Awards faced backlash over minimal food served at the ceremony
• Janelle James and others joked about the lack of a proper meal during the event
• Social media compared the food to Fyre Festival and airline meals

Emmvee Photovoltaic hits 10% upper circuit as Jefferies sees up to 70% upside for stock in next 12 months

Business | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Emmvee Photovoltaic shares surge 10% after Jefferies' buy rating
• Jefferies forecasts 70% rise due to strong growth and TOPCon tech adoption.
• Stock trades at 50% discount; risks include oversupply and weak demand

Savannah’s legendary super-tusked elephant dies, leaving a towering conservation legacy

Science | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

Craig, one of Africa’s most iconic super tuskers, died naturally in January 2026 in Kenya’s Amboseli National Park. Known for his sweeping tusks and calm nature, he symbolised conservation success. Studied since birth, Craig’s long life reflected effective anti-poaching efforts, while his passing highlights the fragility of Africa’s remaining giant elephants and the need for continued protection.

Hind Copper, Hindalco, NALCO shares jump up to 6% to fresh record highs on soaring metal prices

Business | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

• Metal stocks hit record highs as copper and aluminum prices surge globally
• Nifty Metal index rose over 1 percent to a new 52-week high of 11,652.70
• Hindustan Copper, Hindalco, and NALCO shares jumped to fresh 52-week highs