Gold, silver see strong upswing; Fed decision in focus

Precious metal prices continue rally fuelled by safe‑haven demand

MCX gold February futures surged 0.35 per cent to Rs 1,38,600 per 10 grams around 1:30 pm, while MCX silver March futures rose 1.49 per cent to Rs 2,49,820 per kg, nearing the record high levels in December of Rs 1,40,465 per 10 grams and Rs 2,54,174 per kg. Jan 6, 2026
Sensex, Nifty open higher amid positive global cues

Nifty, Bank Nifty hit record highs, Sensex up 0.67 pc

"The index remains in a short-term consolidation phase amid tariff-related and geopolitical uncertainties, while holding above the crucial 26,100–26,000 support zone, which coincides with the 20-day EMA and a key psychological level," an analyst said. Jan 6, 2026
Trump threatens BBC lawsuit, says he urged Xi on Jimmy Lai's release

US to receive over $600 billion in tariffs, says Trump

In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said: "We have taken in, and will soon be receiving, more than 600 Billion Dollars in Tariffs, but the Fake News Media refuses to talk about it because they hate and disrespect our Country, and want to interfere with the upcoming Tariff decision, one of the most important ever, of the United States Supreme Court." Jan 6, 2026
INDIA-KASHMIR-WEATHER-AVALANCHE

Bone-chilling cold in J&K; Srinagar records minus 4 degrees Celsius

Snowfall after January 30 will not be able to replenish the perennial water reservoirs in the mountains of Jammu and Kashmir, as it is the plentiful snowfall during the Chillai Kalan period, which lasts long enough to sustain the water bodies during the summer months. Jan 6, 2026
Shots fired near Venezuelan presidential palace, govt buildings evacuated

Shots fired near Venezuelan presidential palace, govt buildings evacuated

The source added that unidentified drones flew over the presidential palace in central Caracas, prompting security forces to open fire in response, Xinhua news agency reported.Earlier on Monday, US President Donald Trump said that Venezuela will not hold elections in the next 30 days. Jan 6, 2026