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Gold, silver, copper and platinum prices touch all-time highs will precious metals stay elevated in 2026 as Trumps geopolitical threats show no signs of fading?

Gold, silver, copper and platinum prices have all hit record highs as markets react to rising trade tensions. Gold surged past $4,700, silver jum

6 Corset Styles You Will Love: Bollywood Edition

Corsets are redefining Bollywood fashion. Blending structure with sensuality, celebrities are styling corsets in global, Indian, and fusion avata

Should India join Trump's 'Board of Peace'? $1 billion question amid diplomatic dilemma

Donald Trump's proposed Board of Peace puts India in a difficlut situation- pay $1 billion annually or risk US pressure while abandoning its long

PM-VBRY awareness high among large enterprises; low among startups and microbusinesses: TeamLease survey

A new report reveals low awareness of the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) among startups and microbusinesses, despite them b

Eight-year-old Hindu student forced to change London school over 'Tilak'

An eight-year-old Hindu student was forced to change schools in London after facing alleged discrimination at Vicars Green Primary School over hi

The Golden Thumb Rule: Why great stocks fail at the wrong price | Srinivas Rao Ravuri

Imtiaz Ali Defends A R Rahman in Communal Remark Row: Maybe His Comments Have Been Misconstrued

He also pointed to shifts in the industry's power structures, saying creative control has moved away from artistes.

World War 3 fear rises: Will Donald Trump's Greenland push lead to 'nuclear option' for EU, strain NATO relations?

Donald Trump's Greenland measures have put spotlight on Eu and NATO as Russia is keeping an close eye on the dvelopments.

Car Overturns Near Kondagattu, 12 Devotees Injured

The vehicle lost control and plunged into a deep canal while devotees were on their way for Anjaneyaswamy darshan; locals rescued the injured and

In Lucknow, a home kitchen becomes a small seasonal soda business

Razia Abbas Rizvi, a resident of Lucknow district, spent most of her adult life managing her household, with little exposure to work outside the

How a new computer training centre is taking shape in Ujhani district

Rohit Yadav did not plan to become an entrepreneur early in his career. A postgraduate by qualification, he spent several years preparing

Delhi Police probe Rs 374-crore GST fraud using stolen identities

Venkateshs Drishyam 3 to Kick Off in October

Drishyam 3 is slated for a Summer 2026 release.

Think health insurance will cover your hospitalisation? This family with a Rs 50 lakh policy faced a scary billing counter shock

A man diagnosed with Hepatitis E was unexpectedly found to have leptospirosis, requiring immediate hospitalization. His family faced a crisis whe

Assam's Kokrajhar Tense After Mob Kills Man Over Cattle Theft Suspicion

The police said that the victims were associated with a road construction project and were returning after a site inspection in a vehicle on Mond

Malaika Arora's Chandra Namaskar: Finding Inner Calm Through Moon Salutations

Malaika Arora just shared her Chandra Namaskar practice of visual meditation in surrender, softness and silence. It's not just exercise; it's her

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (January 20, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

US stock futures crash today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq sink more than 1.5% each - Gold and silver prices touch levels unseen before as Trumps Greenland tariff threat rattles markets

US stock futures crash: Dow, S&P 500 sink on Trumps Greenland tariffs. Dow Jones futures sank 722 points (1.46%), while S&P 500 and Nasdaq future

Bhubaneswar Fire: Over 40 shops gutted, no casualties reported

China Invited To Join Trump's 'Board Of Peace', Response Awaited

China on Tuesday confirmed that it had been asked to join US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, an invitation that Washington had extended

US Man, Carrying Rifle, Enters Russia To Meet Woman, Gets 5 Years In Jail

A Russian court sentenced a US citizen to five years in jail for crossing the border with a weapon when he sailed from the United States to meet

Pakistan to skip India T20 World Cup? PCB reportedly halts prep after backing Bangladesh

Pakistan Cricket Board has paused preparations for the T20 World Cup 2026 due to uncertainty over Bangladesh's participation. Pakistan supports B

GSK to buy RAPT Therapeutics in $2.2 billion deal for promising food allergy therapy

Britain's GSK is set to acquire RAPT Therapeutics for $2.2 billion. This move brings the experimental food allergy drug ozureprubart into GSK's p

Bengaluru-based SISA expands Cybersmart Bharat training across southern states

SISA is set to broaden the horizons of its Cybersmart Bharat initiative, aiming to empower over 25,000 students with crucial digital skills. Focu

Who Is Nickolay Mladenov, Trump's Pick To Head Gaza Board Of Peace

Nickolay Mladenov, a former Bulgarian foreign and defense minister, has been appointed director-general of the United States-proposed Board of Pe

Punjab Government Launches Statewide Drive Against Gangsters

Drawing inspiration from its war against drugs campaign, the Punjab government on Tuesday launched a statewide drive against gangsters aimed at d

U.S. Stock futures crash: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq tank in pre-market trading ahead of Tuesday's opening at Wall Street. All eyes on Netflix earnings results

U.S. stock market investors are waiting for Netflix results on Tuesday even as S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq futures sank ahead of Tuesday's regular

India pacer Mohammed Shami appears before SIR panel in Kolkata

Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami appeared before election officials in Kolkata. He was summoned for a hearing due to discrepancies found in his vo

Study Reveals Tyrannosaurus Rex Dinosaur Grew Slower And Lived Longer Than Previously Thought

By counting visible and hidden rings, researchers found that T. rex did not reach full size until 35 to 40 years of age.

Budget 2026: Date and time of historic Sunday presentation by Nirmala Sitharaman

Union Budget 2026 date time: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 202627 on February 1 at 11 am, her ninth budget in

World Bank Invites Applications For Internship Programme, Check Key Details

World Bank Internship Programme: Selected interns will work on high-impact projects, contribute to global development initiatives, and gain first

Davos 2026: PwC chairman Mohamed Kande says over 50% companies 'getting nothing' from AI adoption, has a tip for CEOs

PwC's global chairman, Mohamed Kande, revealed that 56% of companies are seeing no returns from AI investments due to a lack of foundational grou

Video: Biker's Heart-Stopping Moment As Chinese Manjha Wraps Around Neck, Slices His Shirt

Despite the ban, Chinese manja is being used rampantly for flying kites during the Sankranti festival season.

Zepto selects eight startups for manufacturing innovation programme

Quick commerce major Zepto chose eight startups for its Zepto Nova programme, offering market access through its delivery network. The cohort inc

Australias Parliament debates new anti-hate speech, gun laws after Sydney attack

MELBOURNE, Jan 20: Australias Parliament on Tuesday began debating draft anti-hate speech and gun laws proposed after two shooters killed 15 peop

Indian Pacer Mohammed Shami Appears for SIR hearing in Kolkata

The cricketer is registered as a voter of ward number 93 of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, which falls under the Rashbehari assembly constitu

India Among Most Important Markets, Will Continue To Invest There: Cisco

Patel said there's a very strong public private partnership culture in the country and Cisco has been very fortunate to work with the administrat

ICE broke into Minnesota home, dragged barely clothed man into snow

The Department of Homeland Security said officers were investigating two convicted sex offenders at the address and that a U.S. citizen living th

Trump's Gaza peace board a risky invitation for India: GTRI

The report also warns that linking humanitarian relief to security conditions risks significant delays in providing urgent aid to the more than 3

Cyber Fraud Targeting Drugmaker Dr Reddy's Busted, Rs 2.16 Crore Recovered

Group Pharmaceuticals was due to receive a payment of Rs 2.16 crore from Dr. Reddy's Laboratories. However, hackers gained access to their emails

These Bollywood Moms Redefined Pregnancy Fashion

Bollywood divas redefined maternity style by embracing comfort, confidence, and elegance proving pregnancy fashion can be powerful, glamorous, an

106 kg of cannabis worth 53 lakh seized in Puttur in coastal Karnataka, two arrested

The accused told the police that they were transporting the cannabis to sell in Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka and Kasargod district in K

Special Bangladeshi tribunal defers verdict for six days over 2024 killings

Dhaka, Jan 20: Bangladeshs International Crimes Tribunal (ICT-BD) on Tuesday deferred for six days the scheduled verdict against eight policemen

Telangana ACB cases hit 14-year high in last quarter of 2025

Hyderabad: The Director General, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Charu Sinha IPS, on Monday, January 19, conducted a comprehensive review of cases

Amid Violence Against Hindus, Bangladesh's 'Criminal Not Communal' Defence

As international attention on the continuing attacks on minorities in Bangladesh grows, the interim government has defended its record on protect

Avante Spaces project receives IGBC Platinum certification

The certification reflects Avante Spaces focus on environmentally responsible development, operational efficiency, and future-ready design

Jana Nayagan Team 'Can't Seek Relief Citing Rs 500-Crore Investment': Court

The Jana Nayagan saga unfolds as Vijay remains under CBI scanner in the Karur stampede case

Gold price prediction: Gold rate jumps over 70 per cent since President Donald Trump began second term. Will there be volatility in near future?

Gold rate prediction: U.S. President Donald Trump's latest Greenland push has led to an uncertainty which is boosting the gold price.

Joint Entrance Examination Mains 2026: Check Paper Pattern And Marking Scheme

JEE Mains 2026 Session 1 exams are scheduled from January 21 to 24. The computer-based tests require candidates to bring necessary documents incl

Trump says Greenland critical to global security after talks with NATO chief Mark Rutte

US President Donald Trump spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about Greenland. They agreed to a meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Trump hig

A Player's Heartfelt Tribute To Her Country Ukraine At The Australian Open

Ukrainian player showed up wearing the T-shirt and praised her father's commitment to family and country.

AI Guides To Parking: Tech-Driven Traffic Plan To Steer Republic Day Crowd

From AI-generated informational videos to car-calling systems, Delhi Traffic Police has rolled out slew of technology-driven measures to ensure s

Politics Not Luxury And Comfort, But Austerity: Newly Elected BJP Chief

After being elected the new BJP National President on Tuesday, Nitin Nabin said that this day is a moment of resolve for him, as he is not just a

Lamborghini flags record deliveries at 10,747 cars in 2025 worldwide

Lamborghini has set a new record, delivering 10,747 luxury sports cars globally in 2025. This achievement surpasses previous years. The company c

Expose them to public: PM Modi targets parties protecting illegal immigrants; flags threat

Without naming any political party, but in an apparent attack on Trinamool Congress (TMC), which rules the poll-bound West Bengal, PM Modi lashed

Trucker Escaped Death Where Techie Died, Says Noida Admin Asked Him To Pay

Amid allegations of apathy and negligence against the Noida administration in the aftermath of a 27-year-old techie's death due to drowning, NDTV

Shanghai Witnesses Rare Snowfall In 8 Years

A wave of low temperature sweeping southern China brought rare snowfall to Shanghai on Tuesday, delighting residents of the financial hub as auth

Great stupidity: Trump slams UK for handing over Diego Garcia to Mauritius, ties it to Greenland push

President Trump criticized the UK's plan to cede Diego Garcia to Mauritius, calling it an act of great stupidity and a sign of weakness that riva

DMK to seek constitutional amendment to drop Governors address: Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will seek constitutional amendments to remove the Governor's Address requirement. This follows Governor R N R

10 Richest actors of India 2026: Nagarjuna ranks 2nd; see list

Hyderabad: Indian cinema is one of the biggest film industries in the world. Indian film actors enjoy huge popularity not only in their homeland

'God willing, Ladakh will return to Jammu & Kashmir,' says NC President Farooq Abdullah

China gets invite to Trump's Board of Peace

China has received an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump to join his new global initiative. The 'Board of Peace' aims to resolve conflic

Surrounded by billionaires in Davos, Trump plans to lay out how he''ll make housing more affordable

President Donald Trump will speak about making housing affordable from Davos, Switzerland. This event brings together global leaders and billiona

Greenland US Territory Est 2026: Trump shares new map of America including Canada, Venuzuela, Greenland

Donald Trump shared posts on Truth Social depicting the US flag including Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela, and a milepost marking Greenland as a

Secunderabad function hall raided, non-duty paid liquor worth Rs 8.15 lakh seized

Hyderabad: In a major catch, the Prohibition and Excise Department officials on Monday night raided a function hall at Sikh Village, Secunderabad

Karnataka DGP Rao suspended after objectionable video went viral

Bengaluru: Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday, January 20, said that the government has acted swiftly by suspending Director Gener

Noida techie death: A 2015 proposal from UP Irrigation department could have saved 27-year-old Yuvraj Mehta's life but it remained trapped in files

Noida techie death: After 27-year-old Yuvraj Mehta died after his SUV fell into a deep pit, it has been revealed that the Uttar Pradesh Irrigatio

LG Sinha Inaugurates Redeveloped Amira Kadal Bridge

Srinagar, Jan 20: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the redeveloped Amira Kadal Bridge in Srinagar, describing it as a symbo

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LG Sinha Inaugurates Redeveloped Amira Kadal Pedestrian Bridge In Srinagar

Srinagar, Jan 20: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the newly redeveloped Amira Kadal pedestrian bridge he

India jumps to a joint second place as a preferred investment destination for global CEOs: PwC Global CEO survey

India is set to become a top investment hub in 2026. Global CEOs are eyeing India for cross-border investments, placing it second only to the USA

Well make Amaravati worlds best city, all are welcome to partner: Naidu

Davos, Jan 20: Bullish on the growth trajectory of India and Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday said he would make Ama

'EU Won't Push Back': Trump Mocks NATO Allies With Altered US Map That Includes Greenland

US President Donald Trump renewed his push for Greenland, sharing a map of the United States showing the Arctic island, Canada and Venezuela as A

Open plots near Hyderabad to be auctioned in February

Hyderabad: The auction of open plots located near Hyderabad is going to be held on Saturday, February 7, and Sunday, February 8. It will also inc

At least 5,000 killed in Iran protests, BJP-Mahayuti clinches BMC, Golden Globes 2026 Winners, and more: The week in 5 charts

Here are some of the key stories from last week

Immigration Agents Detain Minnesota Man In Boxers, Blanket Without Warrant

ChongLy Scott Thao, who has been a US citizen for decades, said that as he was being detained he asked his daughter-in-law to find his identifica

Borrowed Money, Crown: Why Russian Man Killed 2 Women In Goa

Sources said that the Russian man, Aleksei Leonov, was overly obsessed and could get triggered easily.

Allari Nareshs Grandfather Passes Away

He is survived by his two sons, E.V.V. Giri and E.V.V. Srinivas, and his daughter, Mullapudi Mangayamma.

WanderOn secures Rs 54 Cr Series A funding to scale experiential travel offerings

The company plans to use the new capital to expand its destination portfolio and scale categories that are seeing increased demand, including adv

Chandrababu Naidu pitches Amaravati as global city, seeks partners

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is bullish on India and Andhra Pradesh's growth. He aims to develop Amaravati into the world's

AI-Manipulated Video of COAS Dwivedi and a Journalist Over Op Sindoor Viral

AI-detection tool Deepfake-O-Meter revealed that the clip was created using AI.

Punjab Kesari's Printing Presses Shall Continue To Function: Supreme Court

In a reprieve to the Punjab Kesari newspaper group, the Supreme Court on Tuesday directed that printing presses of the vernacular daily shall con

Akshay Kumar's security vehicle involved in accident in Mumbai; one injured

The car of Akshay Kumar, who was returning home with his wife Twinkle Khanna from the airport after an overseas trip, was not involved in the col

We Are Pregnant Again: Atlee, Priya Expecting Second Child

They also shared several images from a special maternity shoot.

He Is My Boss: PM Modi Praises BJP's New Millennial Chief Nitin Nabin

PM Modi described 45-year-old Nitin Nabin as a millennial who belongs to a generation that has witnessed a great deal of change in India.

OMAD For Weight Loss: Here's A Beginner-Friendly Guide

One Meal a Day (OMAD) can vary among individuals, but the general principle remains the same: one meal is eaten within a set timeframe while fast

AP CM Congratulates Nitin Nabin on Becoming New BJP National president

Heartiest congratulations to Nitin Nabin Ji on becoming the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party. I wish him success in carrying forw

Penguins Are Breeding Earlier Than Usual, Courtesy Warming Antarctica

Penguins are bringing forward their breeding season at record rates as Antarctica rapidly warms due to climate change, according to research publ

T.N. Assembly: Total breakdown of law and order under DMKs rule, alleges Palaniswami

On Governors walkout, the AIADMK leader said, During the Governors address, only his speech should go on record. However, the Chief Minister also

Paris vs Washington in the cold Arctic war? France openly mocks Trumps Greenland plans

A US bid to acquire Greenland for Arctic security has sparked a transatlantic row. France has sarcastically rebuffed President Trump's ambition,