Trump policies straining India-US ties: Top Democrat Congressman

New Year resolution is peace on earth, says Trump

When asked about his New Year's resolution at the New Year's Eve gathering on Wednesday, the President replied: "Peace. Peace on earth. Peace on earth." He did not respond to questions about the CIA's role in an attack on Venezuela or whether he would put boots on the ground in Ukraine. Jan 1, 2026
Reserve Bank Of India

Indian economy grows strongly over robust domestic demand, benign inflation: RBI

"Global financial markets appear strong on the surface but show growing underlying vulnerabilities. Sharp rise in equities and other risk assets, the expanding role of non-bank financial intermediaries and their deepening interconnectedness with banks, and the growth of stablecoins all heighten global financial system fragilities," it mentioned. Jan 1, 2026
Too drunk to walk? Karnataka to drop heavily intoxicated revellers home, sets up rest centres for New Year crowds [Watch]

Too drunk to walk? Karnataka to drop heavily intoxicated revellers home, sets up rest centres for New Year crowds [Watch]

Parameshwara added that strict instructions have been issued to bars and pubs, and the government is closely monitoring arrangements to prevent any mishaps in crowded areas. "In some districts, such activity does not take place. But in places like Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi, Belagavi and Mangaluru, people come out onto the streets to celebrate. In Bengaluru especially, a large number of people come from outside the state. Kannadigas are fewer in number; many come from elsewhere, drink and enjoy. When large crowds gather, there can be pushing and jostling. That is why we are paying extra attention," he said. Jan 1, 2026
'Divine festival of faith, traditions': PM Modi on 2nd anniversary of Ram Mandir's 'Pran Pratishtha'

'Divine festival of faith, traditions': PM Modi on 2nd anniversary of Ram Mandir's 'Pran Pratishtha'

In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Today, the second anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla is being celebrated on the sacred land of Ayodhya Ji. This anniversary is a divine festival of our faith and traditions. On this holy and pure occasion, from the side of all Ram devotees of the country and abroad, my crores of salutations and obeisance at the feet of Lord Shri Ram! My infinite best wishes to all the countrymen." Dec 31, 2025
CBI court sentences three to 3-year imprisonment in bank loan fraud case

CBI court sentences three to 3-year imprisonment in bank loan fraud case

CBI investigation revealed that Jayesh Prajapati, along with Alpesh Thakkar, Balmukund Dubey and Dharmesh Dhairya, prepared and used forged documents as genuine to secure the loan. The accused also opened fictitious bank accounts to siphon off the loan amount, thereby cheating Vijaya Bank. Dec 31, 2025
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