Gold, silver see strong upswing; Fed decision in focus

Gold slips on MCX after BOJ rate hike

Softer inflation data from the United States also weighed on prices, even though gold is usually seen as a hedge against rising inflation. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for February delivery were trading 0.56 per cent lower at Rs 1,33,772 per 10 grams during early trade. Dec 19, 2025
Hindu man lynched, body set ablaze in Bangladesh's Mymensingh over alleged Blasphemy

Hindu man lynched, body set ablaze in Bangladesh's Mymensingh over alleged Blasphemy

Citing local and eyewitness sources, Bangladeshi Bengali media outlet Barta Bazar reported that Dipu was accused of making derogatory comments about Islam and Prophet Muhammad during an event at the factory marking World Arabic Language Day. The allegations rapidly spread within the factory and surrounding areas, sparking tension. He was later beaten by an angry mob and reportedly died on the spot. Dec 19, 2025
Indian team's satellite internet concept wins NASA's 2025 Space Apps Challenge

Indian team's satellite internet concept wins NASA's 2025 Space Apps Challenge

The Chennai-based team, Photonics Odyssey, won the Most Inspirational Award for reimagining satellite internet as a national public infrastructure rather than a private service. The project aims to reduce ground dependency and help connect more than 700 million people in India who currently lack access to broadband connectivity. Dec 19, 2025