Tamil Nadu Builds Model Homes for Airport Relocation
Tidco constructs model houses for 1,005 families from 13 villages displaced by the new Parandur airport. Villagers can choose designs and learn about amenities.
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Mattel Unveils First Autistic Barbie Doll
Mattel introduces its first autistic Barbie doll featuring realistic autism traits like averted gaze and stimming hands. The inclusive toy aims to represent autistic girls better.
Tambaram Station's ₹890 Crore Revamp to Boost Capacity
Tambaram railway station in Chennai undergoes a ₹890 crore transformation into a modern transit hub, doubling peak-hour capacity to 28,750 passengers and adding tracks and platforms.
Samruddhi-Eastern Freeway Link to Speed Up Nashik-Mumbai Travel
Nashik commuters welcome the new link between Samruddhi Expressway and Eastern Freeway, promising faster Mumbai travel by bypassing Thane traffic bottlenecks.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Industry Leaders Submit Demands for Civic Polls
Industry leaders in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar present a charter of demands to political parties, calling for sustainable development, better infrastructure, and protection of heritage sites ahead of civic body elections.
Rain in Trichy Delta Worries Farmers Over Lodging Paddy Crops
Moderate rainfall in Trichy and delta districts has farmers anxious as samba and thaladi paddy crops near harvest begin to lodge. Officials urge drainage measures.
Corn Futures Plunge 5.8% After USDA Supply Shock
Corn futures in Chicago dropped sharply after the USDA unexpectedly raised its yield and production forecasts. Analysts had anticipated cuts due to dry weather, making the record supply outlook a major market surprise.
Tantransco's 400 kV Gas Substation for Chennai Data Centres
Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation will construct a 400 kV gas-insulated substation in Ambattur at Rs 1,045 crore to power data centres and improve industrial electricity quality.
548 Bengaluru Families in Limbo Over Housing Scheme Confusion
Administrative confusion between GBA and RGHCL leaves 548 families waiting for homes under Bengaluru's Rs 1-lakh housing scheme, despite fully built houses being ready for allotment.
Ex-Lazard Banker Charged in $41M Insider Trading Ring
US authorities accuse former Lazard dealmaker Justin Kim of leaking healthcare merger tips to friends, generating $41 million in illegal profits through well-timed trades.
Nashik Drivers Welcome Samruddhi-Eastern Freeway Link
Motorists from Nashik traveling to Mumbai via Samruddhi expressway welcome the new link with Eastern Freeway, promising to cut travel time by reducing congestion at Amne village.
JPMorgan Lends $1.1B to Altice USA for Debt Refinancing
JPMorgan Chase provides Altice USA with $1.1 billion to refinance debt before penalty period begins, aiming to calm creditors amid legal and financial turmoil.
Long-Term US Municipal Bonds Offer Strong Value: MacKay Shields
MacKay Shields' municipal investment arm highlights compelling opportunities in long-dated US state and local debt, citing less crowded market segments and attractive yields compared to Treasuries.
KIA Airport Hits Record Growth in 2025, Becomes India's 2nd Busiest
Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru saw passenger traffic surge 8% to 43.8 million in 2025, becoming India's second busiest domestic airport with expanded international connectivity.
TNSTC Runs 1,327 Special Buses for Pongal from Trichy
Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation operates special buses from Trichy to multiple cities for Pongal festival from January 12 to 15, with digital payment options available.
Paramount Sues Warner Bros Over Netflix Deal in Takeover Fight
Paramount Skydance Corp files lawsuit against Warner Bros Discovery, seeking financial details of Netflix merger. The move intensifies Hollywood's corporate battle ahead of shareholder vote deadline.
Alphabet Reaches $4 Trillion Valuation with AI Focus
Alphabet briefly achieved a $4 trillion market valuation, becoming the world's second most valuable company after surpassing Apple. Its AI-driven strategy, including a deal with Apple and strong cloud growth, fueled this milestone.
Trichy's Smoke-Free Bhogi Drive Recycles Waste, Not Burns It
Trichy corporation initiates a drive to collect household discards for recycling, preventing bonfire burning during Bhogi. The move aims to protect air quality and promote eco-friendly waste disposal.
Braskem Pays Dollar Bond Interest, Eases Investor Concerns
Braskem SA, a major petrochemical firm, has paid interest on some dollar bonds due this week, alleviating investor worries amid a debt review and industry downturn.
Mysuru GI Crops Get Export Boost to Fight Extinction
Nanjangud Rasabale banana and Mysuru betel leaves face extinction but APEDA and horticulture department intervention opens global export opportunities for farmers.
Goa to Set Up 20 Permanent Market Stalls for Local Entrepreneurs
The Goa Forest Development Corporation announces 20 permanent market stalls at Forest Art Park in Panaji to support local entrepreneurs and self-help groups, promoting grassroots economic activity.
India's Coal Stocks Hit Record High, Powering 21 Days
India's domestic thermal power plants now have coal stocks sufficient for 21 days of electricity generation, with record production reducing imports and saving billions in foreign exchange.
Ahmedabad Bullion Hits Record Highs: Gold Rs 1.44L, Silver Rs 2.55L
Bullion prices in Ahmedabad soared to unprecedented levels on Monday, with silver reaching Rs 2.55 lakh per kg and gold hitting Rs 1.44 lakh per 10g, driven by global market rallies and economic uncertainty.
Financing Tips for Lohri Business Demand
Businesses prepare for Lohri demand with financing strategies. Experts advise on loans, cash flow, and inventory management to capitalize on seasonal sales.
BlockDAG, Bitcoin Cash, Dogecoin: Crypto Market Moves
The cryptocurrency market sees significant activity with BlockDAG's presale success, Bitcoin Cash's network upgrade, and Dogecoin's price volatility. Investors closely monitor these developments.
Wall Street Eyes Bank Stocks Ahead of Q4 Earnings Reports
Investors are closely watching the banking sector this week as six major US lenders prepare to release their fourth-quarter results. The earnings season begins with JPMorgan Chase on January 13, followed by other key banks. Market expectations are high du
Gaya Launches Single Window Cell for Industrial Growth
Gaya district administration holds first meeting of new single window cell to streamline industrial operations, address weavers' land demands, and improve infrastructure for entrepreneurs.
Maruti Suzuki Invests Rs 4,960 Crore in Gujarat for New Plant
Maruti Suzuki India Limited announces major expansion in Gujarat with Rs 4,960 crore investment for a new manufacturing plant at Khoraj, Sanand, adding 10 lakh annual vehicle capacity.
Krystal Wins ₹275 Cr Waste Contracts in Vasai-Virar
Krystal Integrated Services secures three major municipal solid waste management contracts worth ₹275 crore from Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation, focusing on door-to-door collection and street cleaning.
Alphabet Reaches $4 Trillion Valuation, Joins Tech Titans
Google's parent company Alphabet briefly crossed the $4 trillion market valuation milestone on Monday, joining Apple, Microsoft and Nvidia in an elite club. The surge comes from aggressive AI push and key partnerships.
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