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Month: January 2026

Govt Notice to X: ‘Comply or Face Action’ — India Issues Strong Warning to Elon Musk’s Platform, Seeks Action Within 72 Hours

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New Delhi: The Indian government has issued a strong notice to social media platform X, owned by billionaire Elon Musk, directing it to immediately remove AI-generated obscene and illegal content from its platform. The warning comes amid growing concerns over the misuse of X’s AI application, Grok, to create and circulate explicit material. The Ministry … Read more

Forex Watch: India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Rise for Fourth Straight Week, Boosted by Gold Holdings

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Mumbai: India’s foreign exchange reserves have continued their upward momentum for the fourth consecutive week, supported by a rise in both foreign currency assets (FCA) and gold reserves. According to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the country’s forex reserves increased by $3.293 billion during the week ended December 26, 2025. With … Read more

Success Story: She Quit Her Job, Invested ₹10,000 and Earned ₹3 Lakh in Just 3 Months — Here’s How the Idea Clicked

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New Delhi: This is the inspiring story of 25-year-old Swati Patel from Jaipur, who left behind a stable corporate career to follow her entrepreneurial dream. Despite working with global companies like Amazon and Revolut, Swati always wanted to build something of her own. In August 2025, she took a bold step and launched her startup, … Read more

Explainer: KFC–Pizza Hut Merger — How Will Customers Benefit and What Is Likely to Change?

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New Delhi: Two major food service operators in India, Sapphire Foods India Ltd (SFIL) and Devyani International Ltd (DIL), which run popular global brands such as KFC and Pizza Hut, are set to merge. The decision was approved in a board meeting held on Thursday. After the merger, the combined entity will operate more than … Read more

India Prepares Foolproof Evacuation Plan for Its Citizens Amid Rising Unrest in Iran

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New Delhi: India has said that it has prepared a “foolproof plan” to evacuate its citizens from Iran if the security situation worsens, as anti-government protests intensify across the country. The Indian government has clarified that it is closely monitoring developments and is in constant touch with Indian nationals living in Iran. Iran has been … Read more

SpaceX, Anthropic Among Companies That Could Make a Major IPO Splash in 2026

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The global IPO market could see a strong revival in 2026, with several high-profile private companies preparing for potential public listings. Among the most closely watched names are SpaceX and Anthropic, along with four other fast-growing firms that could test investor appetite for sky-high technology valuations. Elon Musk’s SpaceX remains one of the most valuable … Read more

Overlooked Market Signals Suggest Tech Stocks May Lag in 2026

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U.S. equity markets are entering the new year on a positive note, with early futures trading pointing to a strong start led once again by artificial intelligence and other technology-driven plays. Investor enthusiasm around “new era investments” such as AI, cloud computing, and automation remains high, reinforcing tech’s dominant position in the market narrative. However, … Read more

NLC India Limited Signs Coal Mining Agreement for North Dhadu Western Part Mine

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Neyveli NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, has signed a Coal Mining Agreement (CMA) for the operation and development of the North Dhadu Western Part Coal Mine, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey. The agreement was executed on December 30, 2025, with GRN North … Read more

India’s First Bullet Train Likely to Run by August 15, 2027: Ashwini Vaishnaw

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New Delhi : India’s first bullet train is likely to begin operations by August 15, 2027, with a phased rollout on the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday. Speaking to the media in New Delhi, the Railway Minister said that the ambitious bullet train project is progressing rapidly and … Read more

Shopkeepers Protest Eviction Notices from Railway Land near Burnpur Station

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Burnpur (West Burdwan): Tension prevailed in the market area adjacent to Burnpur railway station after the South Eastern Railway issued eviction notices to shopkeepers operating on railway land, directing them to remove their establishments within seven days. The move triggered strong protests on Thursday, with traders staging a demonstration against what they termed a sudden … Read more

PM Modi to Inaugurate Global Exhibition on Sacred Piprahwa Relics in New Delhi on January 3

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a landmark international exhibition titled “The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One” on January 3 at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex in New Delhi, according to an official release by the government on Thursday. The exhibition marks a historic moment in India’s cultural and … Read more

Hindu Man Attacked, Set on Fire by Mob in Bangladesh as Violence Against Minorities Continues

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Dhaka: Violence against religious minorities in Bangladesh has continued unabated, with another shocking incident reported on December 31, when a Hindu man was allegedly attacked and set on fire by a mob in Shariatpur district. The victim, identified as Khokan Das, is a medical shop owner who was reportedly returning home on New Year’s Eve … Read more

Big Decision by Punjab and Haryana High Court: Woman Allowed to Seek Abortion Without Husband’s Consent

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Chandigarh: In a significant judgment strengthening women’s reproductive rights, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that a woman has the sole right to decide on abortion, even if she is married. The court made it clear that a husband’s consent is not required for medical termination of pregnancy and that the woman’s will … Read more

SECL Headquarters Bids Emotional Farewell to Four Employees on Superannuation

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Bilaspur, December 31, 2025:South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) Headquarters, Bilaspur, accorded a warm and emotional farewell to four employees who retired from service on December 31, 2025. The farewell ceremony was held at the CMD Chamber of SECL Headquarters in the gracious presence of Chairman-cum-Managing Director Harish Duhan. On this occasion, Director (Technical–Operations) N. Franklin … Read more

Winter Care of Goat Kids: Small Precautions Can Save Lives and Increase Profit

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Special Feature | Animal Husbandry Goat farming has emerged as a reliable and profitable self-employment option for small and marginal farmers. It requires low investment and provides regular income. However, the winter season is considered the most critical period in goat rearing, especially when goat kids are born. Newborn kids are extremely sensitive to cold, … Read more