293 killed in mob attacks in Bangladesh since Yunus took over: Rights group

293 killed in mob attacks in Bangladesh since Yunus took over: Rights group

"People have been beaten and killed without any evidence, investigation or legal process, by creating suspicion and rumours. In the name of the Tawheed Janata, mobs have been illegally formed to vandalise art and cultural centres, attack the Baul community -- and even burn bodies from graves. There have been incidents of harassment of people of opposing views, including freedom fighters," Bangladeshi Bengali daily Prothom Alo quoted the rights body as saying. Dec 31, 2025
Govt rationalises certain international letter post services from Jan 1

Govt rationalises certain international letter post services from Jan 1

These are registered Small Packet service, in line with UPU decisions restricting registration to document-only; Outward Small Packet service, including letter post items containing goods sent by Sea, SAL or Air; and Surface Letter Mail Service and Surface Air Lifted (SAL) Letter Mail Service for outward letter post items. Dec 31, 2025
Omar- Aga Ruhullah

Internal revolt, electoral shock: A turbulent year for J&K's ruling Omar-led NC

The NC suffered a historic setback in 2025 after losing the Budgam Assembly seat for the first time in a direct contest, ending its decades-long dominance in the Shia-majority constituency. The defeat coincided with deepening internal turmoil, marked by open dissent from Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi over the reservation policy. Dec 31, 2025
Indian stock markets opened weak on Thursday as pressure from a falling rupee and continued foreign investor selling kept sentiment muted on Dalal Street.    The opening also coincided with the weekly F&O expiry for the Sensex, adding to the cautious

Sensex up in early trade, Nifty crosses 26,000 on final trading day of 2025

Among sectoral gainers, the Nifty Metal was the top gainer up 1.33 per cent, followed by Nifty Chemicals adding 1.09 per cent and Nifty PSU Bank gaining 0.79 per cent. Immediate support is placed at 25,750–25,800 zone, while resistance is placed near 26,050–26,100 zone, analysts said. Dec 31, 2025
Dense fog engulfs Delhi-NCR, over 140 flights cancelled as visibility drops

Dense fog engulfs Delhi-NCR, over 140 flights cancelled as visibility drops

The dense fog also affected air traffic operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. Taking to social media platform X, Delhi Airport authorities issued a passenger advisory, stating: "Due to prevailing dense fog conditions, flight operations are currently being conducted under CAT III protocols, which may result in delays or cancellations. Our ground teams are on-site and actively assisting passengers to ensure a smooth travel experience. For the latest flight updates, please reach out to your respective airlines. We sincerely regret for any inconvenience caused." Dec 31, 2025
Gold, silver see strong upswing; Fed decision in focus

Silver, gold crash in Indian futures market on last day of 2025

Silver futures for March 2026 on MCX tumbled 4.63 per cent to Rs 2,39,395 per kg and gold futures for February 2026 slipped 0.51 per cent to Rs 1,35,973 per 10 grams in morning trade. Volatility remained elevated amid geopolitical tensions such as US strikes on Venezuela's dock facilities and Chinese naval exercises that bolstered safe‑haven demand earlier in the week. Dec 31, 2025
PM Modi's 2025 in frames: From Op Sindoor to Ram Mandir Dhwajarohan [Photos]

PM Modi's 2025 in frames: From Op Sindoor to Ram Mandir Dhwajarohan [Photos]

The Prime Minister's calendar was marked by heartfelt interactions with citizens, visits to sacred temples, strategic outreach to border regions, inauguration and inspection of major infrastructure projects and participation in programmes aimed at empowering people at the grassroots. Many of these moments were captured in photographs, shared on narendramodi.in, that resonated widely and defined the visual memory of the year. Dec 31, 2025
Indian stock market opens lower, IT stocks lead losses

Sensex, Nifty end flat amid mixed sectoral cues

The Sensex closed at 84,675.08, slipping 20.46 points or 0.02 per cent, while the Nifty settled marginally lower at 25,938.85, down 3.25 points or 0.01 per cent. "The Nifty has also slipped below the 21 EMA, reinforcing the short-term downtrend. Immediate support is placed in the 25,850–25,870 zone," market watchers stated. Dec 30, 2025