Why Markets Remain Muted Despite US–India Trade Deal Optimism: HSBC Explains

Despite renewed optimism around the US–India trade engagement, Indian equity markets have struggled to build sustained momentum. The evolving trade framework, which focuses on strategic sectors such as manufacturing, technology, clean energy and supply-chain integration, has been Read More

Bengaluru: NH-44 Caves In, Massive Sinkhole Brings Traffic To A Screeching Halt

New Delhi: The traffic movement on the Bengaluru–Chennai corridor was disrupted after a major cave-in on National Highway 44 near Attibele on Friday.A nearly 100-metre stretch of NH-44 sank due to soil collapse at a vehicular overpass construction site on the Bengaluru–Hosur stre Read More

Bitcoin Slides to 16-Month Low Near $60,000 as Crypto Market Contracts

Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market value, slid sharply this week and tested support near $60,000, reaching its lowest trading levels since October 2024 before stabilising around $64,000–$65,000 in Friday sessions. The retreat comes amid a wider downturn across digital Read More

Hyundai Venue, TVS Ntorq 150 Top ACKO Drive TOTMs 2026 Auto Awards

The fourth edition of the ACKO Drive TOTMs (The One That Matters), an annual automotive awards platform, concluded in Chennai on December 19–20, recognising vehicles, manufacturers and individuals across the Indian automobile industry.At the 2026 awards, the Hyundai Venue was nam Read More

‘Accused Won’t Be Spared’: Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood Visits Janakpuri Accident Site, Meets Biker’s Family

New Delhi: Delhi Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood on Friday addressed the tragic incident where a biker died after falling into a pit in the Janakarpuri area of New Delhi, assuring the family that the Jal Board has been instructed to form a dedicated committee to look into Read More

Civic Negligence Exposed: Class 1 Student Falls Into Open Drain Outside School in Bengaluru’s Govindapura, Rescued

New Delhi: A Class 1 student narrowly escaped a major tragedy on friday after falling into an open drain in Govindapura under the Sarvagnanagar limits, raising serious concerns over civic negligence and safety lapses near educational institutions.The incident took place outside t Read More

Manipur Violence: Shutdown Imposed After Clashes Erupt In Churachandpur

Churachandpur: Clashes between security forces and a mob in Manipur’s Tuibong area continued for nearly nine hours, from around 6 pm on Thursday till approximately 3 am on Friday, prompting authorities to impose a total shutdown in the affected areas.A protest against the swearin Read More

Janakpuri Biker Death: Delhi Govt Orders Probe, Minister Parvesh Verma Vows Strict Action but Sidesteps ‘Negligence’ Questions

New Delhi: The Delhi government has constituted a high-level inquiry committee and suspended several junior officials following the death of a motorcyclist who fell into an uncovered pit at an ongoing road construction site in Janakpuri.The victim, identified as Kamal Dhyani (25) Read More

Lok Sabha Adjourned Until Feb 9 Amid Disruptions By Opposition MPs

New Delhi: The Lok Sabha proceedings were disrupted by strong protests from Opposition MPs upon the commencement of the general discussion on the Union Budget 2026-27 on Friday, leading to an adjournment until 11 AM on Monday (February 9).At the beginning of proceedings in the Lo Read More

Maha Shivaratri 2026: Kashi Vishwanath To Srisaila Mallikarjuna, 6 Must-Visit Shiva Temples

Maha Shivaratri 2026: This festival is one of the most auspicious for Hindus as it represents the convergence of Shiva and Shakti. Maha Shivaratri occurs during Krishna Paksha in the month of Phalguna, and this year, it will be celebrated on February 15. As the festival approache Read More