Study finds "nanoscale silver coating" can protect solid-state batteries from cracks

Science | Updated: Jan 20, 2026

• Stanford uses nanoscale silver to strengthen solid-state batteries.
• Silver coating prevents cracks, enhancing battery durability and reducing failures.
• Stronger batteries may lead to safer EVs and faster-charging devices.

Should you buy or sell IndiGo shares after Q3 profit hit by one-offs? Brokerages bullish; check target prices

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Brokerages stay positive on IndiGo despite significant Q3 profit drop from one-offs.
• Underlying profitability is healthy; international expansion to drive Q4 growth
• UBS, Citi, and Goldman Sachs retain 'Buy' ratings with higher target prices

China will set lower growth target as economy weakens, SCMP says

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• China to set 2026 growth target at 4.5%-5%, lower than last year's goal
• Leaders unlikely to pursue strong stimulus amid slow growth and rising protectionism
• Net exports drove a third of 2025 growth, but lopsided pattern may persist

7 yellow foods to eat on Basant Panchami for prosperity

Lifestyle | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Basant Panchami celebrates spring with yellow foods symbolizing prosperity.
• Traditional dishes: kesar halwa, boondi ladoo, besan barfi, saffron rice
• Yellow foods like khichdi, haldi doodh, and corn pulao are offered to Saraswati.

Top 10 sunniest cities you can explore in 2026

Travel | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Dubai is the sunniest city for travel in 2026 with 3,577 sunshine hours.
• BookRetreats.com ranked 47 cities by sunshine, sleep, food, nature, and activity
• Sunny cities offer mood-boosting holidays and great weather for outdoor activities.

Republic Day security in Delhi: AI-enabled glasses for officers, terror alert posters in a first

City | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Delhi Police deploy AI smart glasses for Republic Day security at Kartavya Path
• Photo of wanted terrorist Mohammed Rehan featured in Republic Day alert posters
• 10,000 police, anti-drone units, and snipers provide multi-layered security.

Cruz Beckham’s cryptic Instagram posts have sparked fresh speculation amid ongoing tensions within the Beckham family

Entertainment | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Cruz Beckham shared cryptic Instagram posts amid Beckham family drama
• Fans speculate Cruz's posts show support for Victoria or reflect family tensions
• Brooklyn Beckham recently accused parents of undermining his marriage

Gold price on January 23: Yellow metal hit a new record on Comex at $4,970/oz just a day after profit booking

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Gold price hovers near $4,850 per ounce after profit booking on eased tensions
• Geopolitical risk premium faded as US softened stance on Greenland
• Gold expected to remain volatile, focus shifts to Fed policy and Union Budget

Are your investments aligned with your age and life stage?

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Adjust investment goals and asset allocation with life stage and personal needs
• Personalized asset allocation plans are recommended over simple thumb rules
• Regular review and discipline are key to achieving long-term financial goals

Word of the Day: Insouciant

Education | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Insouciant means showing cheerful, lighthearted indifference or lack of concern.
• The word comes from French roots meaning "not troubled" or "without care".
• Insouciance is graceful but may appear frivolous if misused.

Quote of the Day by Steve Harvey: "You can be happy, or you can be right. If you want to be part of a couple and win every argument ..."

Education | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Steve Harvey advises choosing happiness over being right in relationships
• Prioritizing winning arguments can harm trust and intimacy in couples
• Compromise and empathy strengthen relationships more than proving a point

Iran warns 'finger on trigger' as Trump says Tehran wants talks

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Iran's Guards warn US and Israel, claiming readiness for military action
• US sends naval fleet toward Iran amid tensions after mass protests
• Rights groups say protest death toll far exceeds Iran's official figures

Nicole Kidman’s spectacular Antarctica getaway with daughters amid Split from Keith Urban

Entertainment | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Nicole Kidman completes visits to all seven continents with Antarctica trip
• She shared the adventure with her daughters and friends on Instagram.
• Kidman and Urban finalized their divorce but remain committed to co-parenting

Taylor Swift, Blake Lively chats highlight strained friendship amid Baldoni lawsuit

Entertainment | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Blake Lively and Taylor Swift's texts revealed in Justin Baldoni legal dispute
• Messages show Swift's support and discuss film controversy involving Lively
• Judge undecided on Lively's harassment case against Baldoni going to trial

Western Disturbance chills north India: Rain in Delhi-NCR, snow alert in Kashmir, Himachal and Uttarakhand

City | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Delhi sees rain, yellow alert issued as western disturbance hits north India
• Heavy snowfall forecast in Kashmir, orange alerts in Himachal and Uttarakhand
• Delhi's AQI likely to improve due to rain and increased wind speed

Trump’s tariffs do bite, when he actually imposes them

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Trump has imposed many tariff threats but only a fraction have been implemented
• Greenland tariffs withdrawn after EU pushback and market turmoil
• Trump's tariffs lose impact as other countries adapt to his tactics

US Federal officers detain a 5-year-old boy who school official says was used as 'bait'

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• A 5-year-old boy and his father were detained by federal agents in Minnesota
• Fourth Columbia Heights student recently detained by ICE
• School attendance has dropped sharply amid immigration sweeps targeting families

New York City braces for winter storm to bring nearly a foot of snow

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• NYC may see up to 16 inches of snow starting Sunday, the heaviest this season.
• Mayor Mamdani urges residents to prepare; 2,000 workers set for snow response
• Airline delays, power outages, and remote learning expected due to the storm

First Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Sensex and Nifty expected to open higher, supported by firm GIFT Nifty cues
• Markets rose as Trump withdrew tariff threats, boosting investor sentiment.
• Gold hit a record high near $5,000 an ounce amid geopolitical risks

US seeks carte blanche for military presence in Greenland

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• US aims to lift restrictions on military presence in Greenland in new defense deal
• Trump aims for total US military access and strategic control over Greenland
• Denmark and Greenland may expand 1951 treaty; details still undecided.

Smallcaps crack deeper as correction widens; valuation froth comes back into focus for 2026

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Small-cap stocks drop sharply, over half down 10%+
• High valuations persist despite declines, sparking concerns of more downside risk.
• ICICI Prudential reopens small-cap fund as valuations moderate but risks persist

Gold rises toward $5,000 as weaker Dollar adds impetus to rally

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Gold hit a record high near $5,000 an ounce, up over 7% this week
• Geopolitical risks and Fed uncertainty fueled demand for gold and silver
• Goldman Sachs raised its year-end gold forecast to $5,400 an ounce

TikTok seals deal to operate in the US after years of drama

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• TikTok US operations transferred to Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX investors
• New TikTok US entity will moderate content and protect US user data
• ByteDance retains 19.9% stake, but critics question national security compliance

Happy Vasant Panchami 2026: 60+ Wishes, Greetings, Messages and Images to Share on Saraswati Puja

Religion | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

Vasant Panchami 2026 celebrates Saraswati Puja, honoring Goddess Saraswati, the deity of wisdom and arts. Devotees wear yellow, worship books and instruments, and share wishes for knowledge, creativity, and spiritual growth, marking spring’s arrival and renewal.

Daily Voice: FIIs won’t return till earnings catch valuations; budget capex jump unlikely, says Kotak Life CIO

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• FII flows may remain subdued until earnings growth catches up with valuations
• Union Budget unlikely to show a significant increase in capital expenditure
• Job creation likely to remain a key priority in Budget

Asian stocks rise, gold gains on weaker dollar

Markets | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Asian equities rose after upbeat US data and easing geopolitical tensions
• Gold neared $4,960 and silver hit a record as the dollar weakened
• Investors await US PMI data and BOJ rate decision for further market cues

Local jewellers run short of cash as branded chains thrive in gold rally

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Small jewellers face a 45% drop in gold sales due to high prices and low demand
• Gold price instability and liquidity issues hinder small retailers' stock refresh.
• Large chains gain market share as consumers prefer lightweight, branded jewellery.

Musk's Grok created three million sexualized images, research says

Business | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Grok AI created 3 million sexualized images, including 23,000 of children.
• Many countries banned Grok after explicit deepfakes caused global outrage.
• X to geoblock Grok's image editing in regions where it's illegal

Trump returns to Washington from Davos, calls Board of Peace "very special"

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Trump launched the Board of Peace at Davos for global conflict resolution.
• The Greenland project is underway and described as "amazing for the U.S.A."
• Around 35 nations have committed to join the Board of Peace initiative

What are Russia and China doing in the Arctic?

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Russia and China boost Arctic presence for trade and strategic reasons
• Russia develops Northern Sea Route, investing €20 billion until 2035
• China aims to be a "polar power" by 2030, expanding research and military ties