Devyani International and Sapphire Foods merge in a $933 million share-swap deal, consolidating KFC and Pizza Hut operations in India. The merger aims to unlock significant synergies and create a dominant QSR platform.
YouTube star iShowSpeed is collaborating with Doritos for a unique Cheddar & Sour Cream flavor on triangle chips, launching in February 2026. Discover the details!
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen. Despite 167 Indians completing sentences, repatriation delays persist. Read the latest on this humanitarian issue.
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations for the 35th consecutive year on Jan 1, 2025, under a 1988 pact. The two nations also swapped lists of prisoners and fishermen amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah's release to the UK ignites a firestorm over past online posts, citizenship vetting, and the complex legacy of Arab Spring icons. Read the full story.
Pune's civic polls descend into chaos as BJP-Shiv Sena alliance faces revolt over 16-seat offer. NCP factions swap symbols, while Congress alliance holds firm. Last-minute negotiations intensify before nomination withdrawal deadline.
Kunduparambil Vineesh, convicted in the Drishya murder case, escapes from Kuthiravattom mental health centre. Police launch manhunt as victim's family fears for safety. Read the latest details.
Paban Xess, an undertrial prisoner who fled after bail in a 2005 theft case, was arrested in Rourkela after two decades. The Bargaon police tracked him to his village, ending his life in Goa. Read the full story.
Hubballi-Dharwad Mayor Jyoti Patil announced an all-party delegation, led by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, will meet CM Siddaramaiah in January. The meeting aims to finalize a land exchange deal involving the Old Court premises and HDMC land for a law uni
Gurgaon police investigate linked ATM card swap frauds. Two victims lost Rs 1.7 lakh, a third foiled the attempt. Key safety tips inside. Stay alert at ATMs.
IndiGo announces increased allowances for pilots, including a new tail swap payment, effective January 1. Pilots see it as a small but positive step towards addressing fatigue concerns. Read more.
Ivan Miguel Falcao Patricio, convicted in a 2014 Goa narcotics case, has been transferred to Portugal under an international treaty to complete his sentence. Read the full details of the landmark transfer.
Chandramma, 80, released from Kalaburagi jail after 3 years, was abandoned by family. The jail superintendent helped her find shelter at Nemmadi old-age home. Read her poignant story of resilience.
Vladimir Putin signals a potential territory swap for peace, but insists on keeping Donbas. Zelensky confirms a high-level meeting with Donald Trump is imminent. Analysis inside.
Russian President Vladimir Putin indicated openness to a territory exchange in a potential Ukraine settlement during a late-night Kremlin meeting with top businessmen on December 24.
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A remand prisoner at Mattancherry sub-jail assaulted two assistant prison officers, causing fractures. The accused, Thanzeer, threatened to kill them post-release. Read the full details.
The Indian rupee ended modestly lower at 89.7850 against the US dollar on Wednesday. Corporate dollar demand and NDF market maturities offset gains in regional peers. Forex swap announcement impacts forward premiums.
The Reserve Bank of India's $10 billion USD/INR buy-sell swap announcement brings down forward premiums from peaks. The rupee spot trades steady at 89.70. Get the latest market analysis.
Indian bonds surged as RBI announced ₹2 trillion bond purchases and a $10 billion forex swap to boost liquidity. Benchmark yield fell sharply. Read the full analysis.
The Reserve Bank of India announces a massive Rs 2.9 lakh crore liquidity infusion via bond purchases and a dollar-rupee swap to counter a recent cash squeeze and rising yields. Details inside.
RBI unveils major liquidity infusion: Rs 2 lakh crore OMO purchases and a $10 billion forex swap to ease banking system conditions. Details and schedule inside.
RBI unveils massive liquidity injection plan: ₹2 trillion in government bond purchases and a $10 billion forex swap. Details on auction dates and impact on banking system here.
Sahil Majothi, a 23-year-old from Gujarat, trapped in Ukraine as a prisoner of war after being forced to fight for Russia, sends a desperate SOS video to the Indian government. He warns others of scams in Russia.
Sahil Majothi, a 23-year-old from Morbi, trapped in Ukraine after being forced to fight for Russia, sends desperate video plea to Indian government. His family seeks urgent intervention.
Scarlett Johansson became the punchline in SNL's infamous joke swap. Colin Jost read shocking jokes about his marriage live on air. See the viral fallout.
Former TTD chairman accuses Andhra govt of gifting prime temple land worth Rs 520 cr to a private hotel group. Demands probe into alleged Rs 500 cr loss. Details inside.
An undertrial prisoner was assaulted inside Mangaluru District Jail. Six inmates have been named. Read the full details of the incident and police action.
Bombay High Court demands answers from Taloja prison after an NDPS accused missed 66 of 69 hearings in two years. The court calls the lapse 'grave' and a shock to judicial conscience.
Delhi University professor Hany Babu, released on bail in the Elgaar Parishad case, speaks about his five-year incarceration, health struggles, and finding resilience. Read his powerful story.