Tensions escalated in Kashmir on Sunday as police placed prominent political leaders under house detention ahead of a planned student protest demanding rationalisation of the reservation policy in Jammu and Kashmir. The move came as open merit students announced a sit-in at Srinagar’s Polo View, accusing the government of failing…
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Myanmar Holds First Election Since 2021 Coup Amid Conflict
Myanmar on Sunday began voting in its first general election since the military overthrew the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi in February 2021. The polls, held under heavy security and strict limitations, have drawn widespread criticism from the United Nations, human rights organisations and opposition groups, who say…
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Bengaluru Weather: IMD Yellow Alert as Cold Wave, Fog Hit Karnataka
Bengaluru and large parts of Karnataka continue to experience intense cold conditions as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for several districts, warning of dense fog, chilly mornings and cold wave-like conditions. The alert comes amid a prolonged dry spell that has led to a sharp drop…
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Indian Railways Operates 43,000+ Special Trains for Festivals in 2025
Indian Railways has successfully operated over 43,000 special train trips in 2025 to accommodate the surge in passenger demand during festivals and peak travel seasons. This massive mobilization underscores the Railways’ focus on passenger convenience, safety, and seamless connectivity across the country. Maha Kumbh and Holi: Record-High Special Train Operations…
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DMart, TCS, Ashok Leyland Emerge as Key Bets for 2026: CLSA
As India heads into 2026 amid global uncertainty and currency volatility, global brokerage firm CLSA believes the next phase of stock market returns will be driven not by broad rallies but by selective, high-quality companies with structural advantages. In its latest market assessment, CLSA flagged DMart, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS),…
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India’s Solar Boom Faces a Growing Solar Waste Challenge
India’s rapid rise as a global solar power leader is often celebrated as a major climate success. With abundant sunlight and strong policy support, solar energy has spread from massive desert parks to rooftops in cities, towns and villages. However, experts warn that behind this clean energy transition lies a…
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Unnao Case: Protesters, Congress Leader Detained
Delhi Police detained activist Yogita Bhayana, Congress leader Mumtaz Patel, and several others on Saturday (December 27, 2025) while they staged a sit-in near the Parliament complex. The protesters were demanding the cancellation of bail granted to Kuldeep Singh Sengar, convicted in the 2017 Unnao rape case. Protest Near Parliament…
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Magnitude 7 Earthquake Hits Taiwan, Buildings Shake in Taipei
A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan late on Saturday, approximately 32 km off the northeastern coastal city of Yilan, authorities confirmed. The tremors were felt across the capital Taipei, causing buildings to sway and residents to evacuate in panic. Second Major Quake in One Week This is the second…
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India in Goldilocks Zone, 2026 Rally Capped at 15%
India’s economy is positioned in a Goldilocks scenario, with steady growth and controlled inflation, but a major stock market rally above 15% appears unlikely in 2026. VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments, projects GDP growth at 7.3% for FY26 and expects earnings growth of around 15% in FY27….
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Delhi Police Seizes Weapons, Drugs in ‘Operation Aaghat 3.0’
In a major crackdown in South-East Delhi, the Delhi Police apprehended hundreds of individuals and seized a substantial cache of weapons, drugs, illegal liquor, and mobile phones under ‘Operation Aaghat 3.0’ on Saturday. The initiative was aimed at curbing organized crime and ensuring public safety as the city prepares for…