India's first semi-high-speed sleeper train, the Vande Bharat Sleeper, moves closer to launch as its second rake is dispatched from BEML in Bengaluru. Aimed at long-distance travel, it could be a New Year gift from Indian Railways. Read more.
Adani Group bids Rs 22,267 crore for Bengaluru's Silk Board-Hebbal tunnel, Rs 4,600 crore above estimate. Govt caps its share at 40%, raising questions on toll burden and financial scrutiny.
Gold and silver prices surged to new records in Ahmedabad on Monday, driven by global trends. Gold reached ₹1.38 lakh per 10g, marking a 74% YTD gain. Explore the factors behind the rally.
Gold price skyrocketed over 2% to a historic high of $4,441.92 per ounce. Silver also reached a record, driven by geopolitical tensions and strong demand. Analysts see a path to $5,000 for gold. Read more.
An ICAR-NBPGR scientist discovers Luffa aegyptiaca var. alba, a new wild sponge gourd with white seeds in Odisha. This find could boost crop genetics and disease resistance. Read more.
Rugose spiralling whitefly infestation devastates over 60,000 acres of coconut farms in Srikakulam's Uddanam region, slashing yields and threatening the livelihoods of over 150,000 people. Farmers await urgent government intervention.
Bank of India announces a free life insurance cover of up to Rs 2 crore for Jharkhand state government employees with salary accounts. The MoU, signed Tuesday, prioritizes welfare and financial security.
Karnataka faces a Rs 18,500 crore GST shortfall despite strong tax growth. CM Siddaramaiah resists extra borrowing, focusing on fiscal prudence. Read the full analysis.
PVUNL, an NTPC-JBVNL JV, has invited Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren to its Patratu plant after starting commercial production of an 800MW unit. The second unit is slated for FY end.
A viral trend in South Korea reveals 20-year-old LG Whisen air conditioners have pure 24-carat gold logos, now worth over ₹43,000. Discover the story behind this hidden treasure and the global gold price surge. Read more!
A key symposium in Chirang concluded, focusing on sustainable livelihoods for indigenous communities through cross-border trade and cultural tourism with Bhutan. Explore the outcomes.
Taxi drivers at Guwahati's LGBI Airport view the new terminal as a chance to boost earnings. They demand priority over app-based rivals and retention of the ride-sharing system to keep fares affordable.
The Rs 1,822 crore Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur bridge over the Ganga is 65% complete and on track for a May 2026 launch. It will link NH-31 and NH-28, transforming north-south Bihar connectivity. Read more.
Dharwad Zilla Panchayat CEO Bhuvanesh Patil directs banks to ensure timely credit for agriculture, SHGs, and youth. Review of loan disbursement and CSR plans discussed.
India climbs to mild overweight in Bank of America's fund manager survey, becoming Asia's third most preferred market. Discover the drivers behind this shift and what it means for investors.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy promises urgent action to protect coffee estates from SARFAESI Act auctions. Planters fear losing properties as banks proceed with recoveries.
India and New Zealand finalise a free trade agreement. While bilateral trade is modest at $2.1B, the pact opens doors for services, investment, and 5000 skilled worker visas. Dairy sector remains protected.
A major coconut development workshop in Udupi's Kundapur taluk on Jan 12 will showcase tech, products & incentives for farmers. Learn about robotic harvesters, value addition & more.
An Air India Boeing 777 with 335 people made a safe emergency landing in Delhi after an engine failure. DGCA is investigating. Read the full details of the incident.
Azim Premji's investment arm, Premji Invest, purchased a 2.61% unit-holding in National Highways Infra Trust for ₹754 crore. The deal highlights continued investor interest in India's infrastructure monetisation.
Govt allows IndiGo to wet lease planes from Turkey till March 2026 as a stop-gap, but with a strict 'sunset clause' barring further extensions. Details inside.
White House advisor Peter Navarro argues tariffs are a strategic instrument to rebuild American manufacturing, not a headline-grabbing tool. He details the long-term process and counters inflation fears. Read his full analysis.
The Indian government highlights the critical role of small ruminants in poverty alleviation, urging for research-driven growth and stronger veterinary services to unlock the sector's full potential.
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced Bengaluru's Metro network will be 175 km long by Dec 2027 after reviewing BMRCL's progress. Read for details on the city's transit expansion.
Ambuja Cements' board approves the merger of ACC and Orient Cement, creating a cement giant with a 79 MTPA capacity. Read about the strategic move and its impact on the Indian market.
Foxconn's Devanahalli plant near Bengaluru has rapidly onboarded 30,000 employees, accelerating India's iPhone production ambitions. Read about the hiring surge and its impact.
RBI releases 2026 holiday calendar. Banks across India to remain shut for 10 days in January. Check city-wise list for New Year, Republic Day, Pongal & more.
India's economy grew 8.2% in Q2 FY26, showing resilience despite global trade uncertainties and foreign portfolio outflows, says RBI. Domestic demand remains strong.
India recorded a net FDI outflow of $1.55 billion in October 2025, driven by foreign repatriations and overseas investments by Indian firms exceeding $8 billion. Explore the RBI data, sectoral trends, and government's response.
Oracle CTO Larry Ellison personally guarantees $40.4 billion for Paramount's Warner Bros. Discovery takeover, countering Netflix. Shares rise. Details inside.