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Tamil Nadu government announces new assured pension scheme for govt staff

Scheme involves a one-time 13,000 crore contribution to the pension fund and TN will contribute about 11,000 crore annually with increases based on salary revisions

3 Jan 2026 8:44 pm
JSA (MP) draws Centres attention to Indore drinking-water linked public health crisis

Several people in Indore have fallen seriously ill from contaminated water, with at least 15 reported deaths and hundreds more affected, according to JSA (MP) in a letter to Union Minister C.R. Patil

3 Jan 2026 8:40 pm
Time-bound justice from the Sessions Court to the Supreme Court by 2029: Amit Shah

An investment of 30,000 cr will be made to establish a network of forensic labs across the country in the next 5 years, Union Home Minister Amit Shah briefed Parliamentary Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Home Affairs

3 Jan 2026 8:15 pm
From bus driver to president: Nicolas Maduro captured as US strikes Caracas

Maduros rule, shaped by repression, economic collapse and democratic backsliding, pushed millions into poverty and forced over 7.7 million Venezuelans to migrate

3 Jan 2026 8:12 pm
Government to curb fertiliser diversion, push balanced use: JP Nadda

Speaking at a day-long Chintan Shivir in New Delhi, he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has kept farmers at the centre of governance and policies must ease their lives

3 Jan 2026 7:52 pm
Ex-servicemen protest ECHS cash crunch, warn of nationwide agitation

With around 20 lakh beneficiaries, the ECHS requires 14,000 crore annually but has received only 2,000 crore, leading to pending bills and delayed reimbursements

3 Jan 2026 7:39 pm
Andaman & Nicobar to be major contributor to Indias treasury in 10 years: Amit Shah

Highlighting the islands role in Indias freedom struggle, strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific and potential for tourism and the blue economy, he said the Centre is committed to developing the archipelago while preserving its heritage.

3 Jan 2026 7:29 pm
Gold and silver steady at new year as index selling looms

Traders have flagged the metals could do well this year on further US interest-rate cuts and dollar weakness, theres concern that a broad index rebalancing might pressure prices in the near term

3 Jan 2026 7:29 pm
Meghalaya records first full freight rake loading at Mendipathar

The station entered the freight network in February last year and has since handled 29 mini rakes and six full rakes.

3 Jan 2026 7:21 pm
Maharashtra waives stamp duty on farm loans up to Rs 2 lakh

The waiver, notified in a government gazette on January 1, applies to all legal documents required for such loans

3 Jan 2026 7:10 pm
Blast at SVS Pharma in Anakapalli SEZ, no casualties reported

The explosion took place between 4.15 pm and 4.30 pm at the pharmaceutical unit located in the Rambilli Special Economic Zone.

3 Jan 2026 7:01 pm
Government plans Aadhaar-style digital identity for EV batteries

The Battery Pack Aadhaar System, which assigns a unique 21-character identity number to every EV battery, aims to address serious concerns regarding end-to-end traceability and recycling, while also supporting a circular economy

3 Jan 2026 6:36 pm
Defence, Capital Goods to lead India's Capex revival: Report

According to the India Equity Strategy 2026 by Antique Stock Broking, improving macros, policy support, and rising private and household investment are setting the stage for a broad-based capex recovery

3 Jan 2026 5:18 pm
Who is Nicolas Maduro? Key facts about Venezuelas president

Born into a working-class family, Maduro rose from being a bus driver and union activist to holding key political roles, including foreign minister and head of the National Assembly

3 Jan 2026 5:04 pm
Foreign investors to stage comeback in Indian equities in 2026; AI exposure gap may pose risk

As foreign portfolio investors eye a return amid improving market conditions, concerns linger over Indias lag in attracting AI-focused capital, potentially exacerbating sectoral disparities in the equity landscape

3 Jan 2026 4:57 pm
Ricin terror conspiracy: NIA takes over probe from Gujarat ATS

The Gujarat ATS had arrested three accused in November last year for allegedly planning a major terror attack using weapons and chemicals

3 Jan 2026 4:36 pm
CIEL HR Services Ltd raises 30 crore via pre-IPO placement

The company has undertaken a pre-IPO placement of equity shares for cash at a price of 110 per equity share

3 Jan 2026 4:28 pm
Fifth Hindu death since December raises alarm over minority safety in Bangladesh

Khokon Chandra Das, 50, was assaulted in Shariatpur district while returning home from his shop.

3 Jan 2026 4:24 pm
IndiGo strengthens connectivity in Puducherry with 14 flights per week

Enhanced air connectivity has boosted Puducherrys development, allowing residents to travel more efficiently to Bengaluru and Hyderabad for specialised healthcare and higher education, according to IndiGo

3 Jan 2026 4:11 pm
FIIs pull out 5,349 crore from Indian markets in first two sessions of 2026

December alone saw equity selling of over 30,000 crore, pushing total 2025 exchange-led FII outflows to 2.40 lakh crore.

3 Jan 2026 4:09 pm
Tea Board for 100% testing of imported crop: Dy Chairman

The industry had been complaining that cheap imports of inferior quality are entering the country, which is destroying the industry

3 Jan 2026 3:52 pm
Small-cap funds remain stressed amid strong inflows

Assets under small-cap increased by 21% last November to 3.70 lakh crore against 3.05 lakh crore logged in January, 2025

3 Jan 2026 3:50 pm
US strikes Venezuela; Trump claims Maduro captured and flown out

Power outages were reported in parts of the capital, and US aviation authorities banned flights over Venezuelan airspace.

3 Jan 2026 3:49 pm
DMK launches AI portal to crowdsource public inputs for 2026 election manifesto

The initiative is led by MP Kanimozhi, with participation from industry bodies, civil society groups, students, workers and even political opponents

3 Jan 2026 3:32 pm
Tamil Nadu announces assured pension scheme for govt employees, teachers

The State Government will make additional contribution of 13,000 crore to the pension fund; and annually contribute around 11,000 crore

3 Jan 2026 3:23 pm
Andhra Pradesh emerges as Indias top investment destination in FY26; CM Naidu lauds policy reforms

Andhra Pradesh captured 25.3% share of proposed investments in first nine months of FY26, BoB report says

3 Jan 2026 3:21 pm
BCCI asks KKR to remove Bangladeshs Mustafizur Rahman ahead of IPL 2026

BCCI says KKR will be allowed to name a replacement player if required

3 Jan 2026 2:36 pm
OIL signs deed of agreement for composite licence of Phop Graphite in Arunachal's Yazali

The signing of the agreement is aimed at enhancing resource security, boosting strategic self-reliance, supporting the energy transition, and contributing to overall development in Arunachal Pradesh

3 Jan 2026 2:12 pm
Chennai-based CIEL HR Services raises 30 cr from Zoho, Pegasus, others ahead of IPO

CIEL HR Services IPO will comprise a fresh issue of equity shares worth 335 crore and an OFS of 47.4 lakh shares by promoters and other selling shareholders

3 Jan 2026 2:08 pm
Venezuela's government accuses US of attacking civilian, military installations in multiple states

This comes as the US military has been targeting, in recent days, alleged drug-smuggling boats and on Friday, Venezuela said it was open to negotiating an agreement with the US to combat drug trafficking

3 Jan 2026 1:52 pm
Labour Ministry proposes 90-day annual work threshold for gig worker social security

A gig worker, or a platform worker, will be considered to be engaged with an aggregator for one day if they have earned income, irrespective of the amount, for such work rendered with the aggregator on that calendar day

3 Jan 2026 12:54 pm
Nearly 70% of jobs from 3rd tranche of ECMS will come to Tamil Nadu: Minister TRB Rajaa

Tata Electronics will bring in 1,500, Motherson will add 5,741 and Foxconn will contribute 16,210 high end jobs

3 Jan 2026 12:35 pm
Mumbai housing registrations reach all-time high in 2025 amid affordability concerns: Nuvama

According to a report from Nuvama Institutional Equities, the city recorded 150,294 registered units over the calendar year, representing a 6 per cent increase from the previous year

3 Jan 2026 11:57 am
Karnataka records highest-ever 198 organ donations in 2025, ranks third nationally

Tamil Nadu tops chart with 267 organ donations, followed by Telangana with 205

3 Jan 2026 11:46 am
Tamil film Ratha Kanneer gets added to NFAIs collection; hailed as rare and significant

Directed by Krishnan-Panju and written by Thiruvarur Thangarasu, the 1954 film became a powerful source of progressive thought in India at the time

3 Jan 2026 11:03 am
Why silver is becoming a strategic metal in the green economy

It benefits from being closely aligned with sustainability goals and infrastructure priorities, adding a layer of resilience to how it is viewed within long-term portfolios

3 Jan 2026 11:00 am
Delhi records low of 8.1 degrees Celsius, air quality 'poor'

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 240, in the poor category, at 9 am, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed

3 Jan 2026 10:22 am
Why watershed development is central to climate-resilient agriculture in India

Watershed initiatives not only safeguard farming livelihoods but also contribute to broader environmental sustainability

3 Jan 2026 10:20 am
Indias power demand recovery to fuel sector growth in 2026, Jefferies forecasts

The anticipated recovery is linked to normalised weather patterns, increased industrial activity and the rising penetration of consumer durables, particularly cooling products

3 Jan 2026 10:11 am
How did people invest their money in Rome or ancient Greece?

Like today, people in ancient times understood that investing money could help them consolidate and increase their wealth

3 Jan 2026 9:46 am
How weak origin rules are undermining Indias copper industry

Only when rules of origin recognise substance over shape will trade policy truly align with Indias long-term economic interest

3 Jan 2026 9:40 am
Indian auto sector ends 2025 on strong note with decisive YoY growth: ACMIIL

While sequential moderation was visible across most segments due to post-festive normalisation, the year-on-year trends remained exceptionally strong, signalling a healthy close to the last quarter of the calendar year

3 Jan 2026 9:31 am
Indias AI Outlook 2026: Accelerating innovation in agriculture and adjacent sectors

The progress is shaped by incremental integration, institutional learning, and operational constraints alongside advances in technology

3 Jan 2026 9:00 am
States and Union Territories to borrow 5 lakh crore in Q4 FY26

Amount being borrowed is slighly higher than the year ago quarters Rs 4,73,477 crore

2 Jan 2026 9:28 pm
Government revokes GRAP III as air pollution lowers in Delhi NCR

The air quality index in Delhi, which was recorded at 380 on Thursday, has improved and was recorded 236 at 4 pm on Friday

2 Jan 2026 9:25 pm
Aequitas Investment founder Siddhartha Bhaiya passes away at 47

A chartered accountant, Bhaiya founded Aequitas in 2012, to break free from the conventional ways of wealth generation of investors

2 Jan 2026 9:17 pm
Withdrawal of PM E-DRIVE scheme makes electric 3-wheelers costlier, but unlikely to impact sentiment

The Centre said since the scheme has fulfilled the required objective, claims under the scheme will not be entertained beyond December 26

2 Jan 2026 8:56 pm
Export Promotion Mission: Govt rolls out interest subvention, collateral guarantee for exporters

Subvention of 2.75% on export credit for MSME exporters; collateral guarantee up to 85% for micro, small exporters, 65% for medium exporters

2 Jan 2026 8:50 pm
Storage in Indias key reservoirs drops below 80% of capacity

Level declines to 142.177 BCM of the 183.565 BCM capacity

2 Jan 2026 8:45 pm