Trump policies straining India-US ties: Top Democrat Congressman

Trump proposes $1.5 trillion US military budget

Trump made the announcement in a post on Truth Social. He said the decision came after talks with senators, members of Congress, and senior officials. He said the budget "should not be 1 trillion dollars, but rather 1.5 trillion dollars." Jan 8, 2026
Mata Vaishno Dev collage

NMC withdraws permission for MBBS course at SMVD Medical College after Jammu protests

The National Medical Commission has withdrawn the Letter of Permission for 50 MBBS seats at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence following protests over admissions in Jammu. The decision brought an end to the agitation led by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, even as the political blame-game continued between the BJP and the Chief Minister. Jan 8, 2026
Trump 'completely messed up' India-US ties: Congressman Subramanyam

Venezuela to buy only US-made goods under oil deal: Trump

He said the purchases will include "American Agricultural Products, and American Made Medicines, Medical Devices, and Equipment," as well as technology and hardware to improve Venezuela's electricity grid and energy facilities. Jan 8, 2026
Sensex, Nifty trade flat in early deals amid weak global cues

Sensex, Nifty end lower amid geopolitical worries

At the close of trade, the Sensex slipped 102.20 points, or 0.12 per cent, to settle at 84,961.14. The Nifty also closed in the red, falling 37.95 points, or 0.14 per cent, to end at 26,140.75. Jan 7, 2026