Public sector banking operations likely to be disrupted on Tuesday amid strike

Public sector banking operations likely to be disrupted on Tuesday amid strike

Digital banking services, including UPI and internet banking, are likely to continue, though ATM cash availability could face local disruptions. The unions' key demand is the declaration of all Saturdays as bank holidays, a provision included in the 12th Bipartite Settlement signed in March 2024 but yet to be formally notified by the government. Jan 27, 2026
Sun Pharma, Cipla recall medicines in US over manufacturing issues

Sun Pharma, Cipla recall medicines in US over manufacturing issues

Separately, Cipla's US subsidiary recalled more than 15,000 pre-filled syringes of Lanreotide Injection due to the presence of particulate matter. This was classified as a Class II recall, which may cause temporary or reversible health effects. The recalls highlight the importance of strict quality and regulatory compliance in the US, the world's largest pharmaceutical market. Jan 26, 2026
EU leaders hail 'spectacular celebration' of India's rich history, thank PM Modi

Presence of EU leaders at R-Day celebrations underscores growing strength of partnership: PM Modi

European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen attended India's 77th Republic Day celebrations as Chief Guests, describing it as a "spectacular celebration" of India's history and cultural diversity. Leyen highlighted the display of EU flags and military contingents, including the ATALANTA and ASPIDES missions, as a symbol of deepening security cooperation with India, culminating in the upcoming Security and Defence Partnership. Jan 26, 2026
Increase in standard deduction, ease of doing biz among top budget expectations

Union Budget, Fed meeting and earnings likely to drive stock market next week

The Union Budget, to be presented on February 1, will be closely watched for tax changes, spending plans, and growth-boosting measures that could set the market's near-term direction. Globally, the US Fed's policy meeting is expected to keep rates unchanged, but guidance on future rate moves could influence sentiment. Jan 25, 2026
Canadian PM calls for 'buy Canadian' in response to Trump's new tariff threat

Canadian PM calls for 'buy Canadian' in response to Trump's new tariff threat

Carney stressed focusing on what Canada can control to counter economic threats, without naming the US directly. Trump warned Canada against acting as a transit hub for Chinese goods, saying such a move would trigger steep tariffs. Canada's trade minister Dominic LeBlanc rejected the claim, clarifying that Ottawa is not pursuing a free trade deal with China and has only addressed specific tariff-related issues. Jan 25, 2026
Trump calls US world's hottest economy, slams NATO and pushes Greenland talks: top quotes by US president in Davos

Trump asks his negotiating team to pursue long-term deal in Ukraine: Official

US President Donald Trump has directed his negotiating team to pursue a long-term deal to prevent a renewed Ukraine war after what officials called productive talks involving Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin. Recent engagements in Davos, Abu Dhabi and Russia led to a US-facilitated trilateral format with Ukraine and Russia, focusing on de-escalation, security guarantees, territorial issues and economic concerns. Jan 25, 2026
Donald Trump joins 'penguin meme' trend while holding a penguin's hand and walking toward Greenland; why the lonely penguin is trending and the psychology behind it

Donald Trump joins 'penguin meme' trend while holding a penguin's hand and walking toward Greenland; why the lonely penguin is trending

A viral clip of a lone penguin waddling inland toward distant mountains—dubbed the 'Nihilist Penguin'—has captured the internet's imagination as a symbol of burnout, quiet rebellion, and existential angst. While online interpretations assign deep philosophical meaning, scientists attribute the behaviour to disorientation, illness, or instinctual error a rare but documented occurrence among penguins. Jan 24, 2026