The BSF reiterated its commitment to border security along the Indo-Bangladesh border and emphasized resolving recent differences with the BGB through flag meetings. Construction of a barbed wire fence in West Bengal's Malda district has resumed peacefully after initial objections from the BGB were settled.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has complimented Kangana Ranaut on her movie 'Emergency', where Ranaut portrays Indira Gandhi. Despite controversies and certification delays, Ranaut's film will release on January 17. The film, which has faced significant scrutiny, highlights an important chapter in Indian history, focusing on the Emergency period imposed in 1975.
Over 700 McDonald's UK employees and former employees have reported sexual harassment, discrimination, and abuse.
IT solution provider Mouri Tech and Ahmedabad-based pharmaceutical company Amanta Healthcare have withdrawn their initial public offerings (IPOs).
In a major move, nearly 19 million people in he US will see a big edge in their credit scores, after it has been decided that medical debt would not be reflected in credit reports of Americans. What will this mean for the loan eligibilities of these people? Here's what we know
ISRO plans to perform a space docking experiment with two satellites, SDX01 and SDX02, on January 9. The event was originally scheduled for January 7 but postponed. If successful, India will join the ranks of countries with space docking technology. The mission is crucial for India's future space endeavors, including Moon missions and building a space station.
A powerful winter storm is set to impact several major U.S. cities, including Chicago, Kansas City, and New York, in the coming days. Forecasts predict heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, and freezing rain across the Midwest, Northeast, and Southern Plains.
The Reserve Bank of India lifted restrictions on Asirvad Micro Finance and DMI Finance. These restrictions had been imposed in October 2024 due to non-compliance with regulatory guidelines. After remedial measures and compliance reports were submitted by the companies, the central bank reviewed and approved the changes, allowing them to resume loan sanctioning and disbursal.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadanvis has ordered an SIT investigation into allegations of fake birth certificates issued to illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in Malegaon. The SIT, led by DIG Nasik, will include officers from the district administration and police. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya alleged that around 1,000 people obtained birth certificates by misrepresenting themselves as Bangladeshi Rohingyas.
Sector-wise, buying was observed in IT, realty, energy, and oil & gas, while selling pressure was seen in power, capital goods, and consumer durables.
Gold prices reclaimed the Rs 80,000-level in the national capital on Wednesday driven by increased buying from jewellers and stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Assocation.
Glas Trust and Aditya Birla Finance were initially part of Byju's CoC. Later, when insolvency resolution professional Pankaj Srivastava reconstituted the CoC, both were removed from the list.
The Nifty's short-term trend remains weak, but a smart recovery near 23,500 levels suggests a potential upside bounce. A sustained move above 23,800 levels could confirm this recovery. Immediate support is seen at 23,496 levels, according to Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities, indicating possible market strength if the resistance is surpassed.
In 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh declared it the 'Year of Reforms,' aiming to modernize the Indian Armed Forces. With a focus on jointness, technology integration, and human resources, the Indian Army is set to enhance its operational readiness and efficiency, aligning with Viksit Bharat@2047.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has landed into a spot of controversy after China opened an investigation into the company for allegedly violating its anti-monopoly laws. Meanwhile, a photo is doing the rounds on social media, claiming that Huang got drunk after losing business in China. But is that really true?
Japan has linked over 200 cyber attacks from 2019 to 2024 targeting national security and high-tech data to the Chinese group MirrorFace, urging stronger cybersecurity measures. The hackers used malware-laden emails and VPN vulnerabilities to steal data from government agencies and tech organisations, including the Japan Aerospace and Exploration Agency.
Indian Railways has used 76 percent of its allocated budget for the current fiscal year. Major investments have been made in capacity augmentation, modernization, and safety measures. Highlights include 136 Vande Bharat trains and nearly complete electrification of broad gauge. Ongoing projects aim to transform rail travel in India into a world-class experience.
The NYT daily word game, NYT Connections, continues to engage puzzle enthusiasts across the globe.
Kevan Parekh, an Indian-origin executive, has been appointed as Apple's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective January 1, 2025.
New Zealand's Martin Guptill retired from international cricket at the age of 38. Guptill played 198 ODIs, 122 T20Is, and 47 Tests. He scored 23 centuries across formats and finished as New Zealand's leading T20I run-scorer. His notable achievements include an ODI double-century in the 2015 World Cup and two T20I hundreds.
Meta will test a new feature in Germany, France and the United States. Buyers can browse eBay listings on Facebook Marketplace and finalise transactions on eBay. This gives eBay sellers more exposure while providing Facebook users with more options. Meta is addressing issues raised by the European Commission, which fined them $840 million over Facebook Marketplace practices.
The objectives of the Hackathon are to raise awareness about the impact of misinformation, enhance media transparency, promote ethical and responsible AI use in media, showcase innovative AI tools and technologies, encourage industry collaboration and knowledge sharing.
