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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar acknowledged the Thackeray brothers' reunion could have electoral implications but emphasized voter behaviour varies across national, state, and local elections. Pawar also clarified limits on promises of free facilities, supported local-level alliances, and rejected controversial statements about Mumbai.

The Sensex jumped nearly 1,100 points from its lowest level during the session. By the closing bell, the 30-share index settled at 83,878, gaining 302 points, or 0.36 per cent.

India's seafood exports reached an all-time high of 62,408 crore in FY2024-25, rising despite steep US tariffs on shrimp. Strong resilience and adaptability in the sector led to growth in both export value and quantity, with aquaculture contributing 62% of exports.

Iran stands in a narrowing corridor between internal breakdown and external confrontation. Every decision now carries outsized consequence. Every misstep compounds risk.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlighted cooperation in defence, economic ties, education, and skilled labour, amid global geopolitical changes. Both nations aim to uphold free trade, reduce supply chain dependencies, and strengthen security cooperation. The visit underscored India's pivotal role in the Indo-Pacific and the deepening India-Germany partnership.

A delivery rider, Rishabh Kumar, was assaulted and humiliated at a Zepto store in Delhi after allegedly misusing a product, with the incident caught on CCTV. Police have registered a case and are investigating, while the victim undergoes medical examination. The incident highlights ongoing safety and rights concerns for gig workers, amid calls for better working conditions and social security benefits.

The collection of The Raja Saab has crossed Rs 200 crore at the worldwide box office in 3 days, but it failed to beat the records of Prabhas' previous releases.

After a white wedding, Kriti Sanon's sister, Nupur Sanon, married Stebin Ben in a Hindu ceremony amid the dreamy locales of Udaipur. An inside video from the wedding venue has surfaced on social media. In the viral clip, Stebin Ben and Nupur are seen making celebratory gestures as firecrackers light up the sky.

Rhea Chakraborty talks about how she survived Sushant Singh Rajput controversy but couldn't name those who stood by her back then.

After Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar couldn't stop praising Yami Gautam's performance in 'Haq.' However, Reddit users were quick to remind him of ignoring talent and later bootlicking success.

Chiranjeevi's Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu has received mixed reviews and ratings from the audience, who call it a family drama with thin storyline.

Between FY15 and FY25, Indian banks saw a significant expansion, with deposits rising from 85.3 lakh crore to 241.5 lakh crore and advances increasing from 67.4 lakh crore to 191.2 lakh crore. The banking system's share of GDP also grew from 77% to 94%, indicating deepening financial intermediation.

Priyanka Chopra turned heads at the Golden Globe Awards as she attended the event with her husband, Nick Jonas. The actor was dressed in an elegant blue gown, while Nick Jonas opted for a classic black tuxedo. Priyanka also joined a star-studded lineup of presenters and later shared the stage with BLACKPINK's Lisa to present the award for Best Actor in a TV Series Drama.

Mouni Roy shared a series of photos with her husband and best friend Disha Patani from the wedding celebrations, but netizens mocked her husband Suraj, calling him a third wheel in Mouni and Disha's close friendship and claiming the duo shares better chemistry.

India and Russia reaffirmed their growing business partnership at the XVI RussiaIndia Business Dialogue in Moscow, which saw participation from over 1,250 delegates.

Post the censorship issue of Jana Nayagan, Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has come down heavily upon the Censor Board calling it outdated and irrelevant.

Doctors in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir have warned of a strike starting January 26 if their long-pending demands are not met.

The negative reviews for The Raja Saab have transpired into a big growth in the collection of Dhurandhar at the Indian box office.

The investments reflect India's message to the world that economic growth, climate responsibility and energy security can move forward together, Karan Adani said.

The renowned singer and actor Prashant Tamang, who rose to national fame after winning 'Indian Idol Season 3' in 2007, passed away today, January 11, 2026, in New Delhi. According to reports, Tamang was found dead at his residence, with preliminary reports suggesting a sudden heart attack, though official medical confirmation is awaited.

Deepika and Ranveer are back from their New York getaway. The couple was seen holding hands and twinning in black leather jackets and blue jeans. They smiled and posed for the paps, but made sure to keep their daughter Dua safe, who was seated inside the car.

The earnings season will kick off with major IT companies such as Tata Consultancy Services, HCL Technologies, Infosys, Wipro and Tech Mahindra announcing their Q3 results.

PM Modi added that regardless of any attempts to undermine India or Somnath, both will remain strong, standing as a testament to India's resilience for the world to see.

He also interacted with the priests and administration of the sacred shrine. He also met the children from Gurukuls. The Prime Minister then proceeded towards the artists who performed during his 'Shaurya Yatra' and greeted them. He also played drums with one of the artist groups.

Puri was speaking after an interaction with professionals, industry leaders, academicians, entrepreneurs and students at the 'Professionals Connect 2026' conclave organised by the Tamil Nadu BJP Professional Cell in Coimbatore.

Kim Yo-jong, vice department director of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, made the remarks as South Korea's Defence Ministry denied Pyongyang's claim about the drone incursions from the South's military, raising the possibility that private entities may have been involved in the alleged drone operations, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben's first video from their Christian wedding ceremony is out now, and the couple looks radiant in white outfits. Nupur's sister Kriti Sanon looked stunning in a teal gown. Nupur and Stebin will take traditional Hindu pheras today.

The ministry directed X to conduct a comprehensive review of Grok's technical and governance frameworks to prevent the generation of unlawful content. It said Grok must enforce strict user policies, including suspension and termination of violators. All offending content should be immediately removed without tampering with evidence, it said.

FII investment in early 2026 has begun with the continuation of the trend of the previous year. In 2025, FIIs had net sold equity for Rs 166,283 crore, impacting the performance of the Indian market and also weakening the rupee by about 5 per cent.

By embedding AI and data science into operational and security functions, he enabled predictive, data-driven decision-making.

The security forces foiled an attempt by terror handlers operating from across the IB, who dropped an arms consignment for the terrorists through a Pakistani drone in Samba district, officials added.

The data compiled by latest Global Market Snapshot report by Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund showed that while short-term market movement was mixed, select sectors such as metals and automobiles continued to outperform over longer periods.

Srinagar city recorded a minimum temperature of minus 5.7 degrees Celsius on Saturday, against minus 6 degrees Celsius the previous day.

By 2030, AI is projected to add $500 billion to India's GDP, creating millions of jobs in data annotation, model training, and deployment, the report from India Narrative said.

In view of these incidents, the MPDF said that it was not in a position to continue normal business operations unless its three-point charter of demands was met. The demands include enhanced security at petrol pumps to prevent future attacks, full government accountability in the event of incidents such as bomb blasts or kidnappings, along with compensation for damage to infrastructure, and adequate monetary compensation in case any dealer or staff member is injured or killed.

Among them were Cafe Blue Bottle in Patna and China Gate Restaurant Private Limited, which operates Bora Bora in Mumbai. The authority noted that these actions directly violated the law and the CCPA guidelines. Such practices amount to unfair trade practices under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.

Vidyut Jammwal bares it yet again, shares video of himself climbing a tree wearing nothing; his daring act leaves netizens speechless, with many questioning the necessity of the move.

The report from KPMG India said India's top expectations from the budget include a raise in the standard deduction for salaried employees to Rs 1 lakh and extension of timelines for filing revised or belated returns to help taxpayers with crossborder income reporting obligations, the report said.

Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, he said that based on several parameters such as safety, technology and infrastructure, the firm released a list of the 'Best Cities for Women in India', in which Bengaluru has topped the list with a score of 53.29.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has been informed of the incident, and state officials are expected to visit the crash site for assessment. Airport sources said the aircraft was operating a routine RourkelaBhubaneswar service run by a private operator.

Addressing the media at the BJP state headquarters, BJP State President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra demanded that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah prevail upon Venugopal to take up the issue with the Kerala government.

During the latest ministerial-level discussions, both sides emphasised the strategic importance of concluding a fair, balanced, and ambitious agreement that aligns with their shared values, economic priorities, and commitment to a rules-based trading framework, said Ministry of Commerce and Industry in a statement.

This feature allows users to tokenise their Mastercard and Visa cards once on the PhonePe app, enabling them to use their saved cards across any merchant integrated with PhonePe PG instead of having to tokenise their card separately with every merchant.

Kriti Sanon's sister, Nupur, is set to tie the knot with singer and longtime boyfriend Stebin Ben on Sunday in Udaipur. Several new videos from the sangeet and haldi ceremonies are making rounds on social media, offering glimpses of the celebrations. Kriti can be seen putting on a special performance for her sister and soon-to-be brother-in-law.

Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he had resolved conflicts that had persisted for decades and prevented new wars from escalating, often without military intervention.

The move comes following AAIB's investigation into a runway incident at Delhi airport in November last year, when an aircraft operated by Ariana Afghan Airlines landed on an unassigned runway at Indira Gandhi International Airport in the national capital.

The case dates back to January 7, when the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) carried out a demolition drive against the encroachments near the Faiz-e-Elahi Mosque in Turkman Gate. The authorities claimed that the demolition drive was carried out as per the orders of the court.

The report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd underscores that precious metals particularly silver and gold were the primary drivers of performance, supported by policy uncertainty, currency volatility, strong institutional participation, and persistent supply constraints.

In a world of rising uncertainties from AI disruptions to climate crises the U.S. and India are natural allies, bound by shared democratic values and mutual interests. But alliances endure not through coercion, but through respect.

Pai pointed out that 1.2 to 1.4 crore new people are joining EPFO, paying money with Aadhaar. Don't believe all these leftist JNU people who say there are no jobs. The jobs are happening,