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The hectic winter session of Parliament saw the approval of proposals to allow 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in insurance and opening the nuclear power sector to private players. These came close on the heels of the four labour laws that were recently notified, integrating 29 complex laws into 4 streamlined Codes, to create an environment that promotes industrial efficiency while safeguarding workers' interests.

As the nation celebrates the birth anniversary of one of the tallest leaders of the country, Modi Archives -- a popular social media handle on X, shared the wise words of Ajatashatru Atal Bihari Vajpayee to commemorate his birth anniversary.

The IMF's recommendation was mentioned in a staff-level report released earlier this month after the second review of Pakistan's $7 billion bailout programme. In the report, the IMF said that lowering the cost of cross-border payments would reduce the need for government-funded incentives.

Redmi 15C 5G is a no-nonsense budget smartphone that focuses on reliability, long battery life, and future-ready connectivity without unnecessary frills. Here's our review.

The initiative, which was a key promise in the BJP's Delhi election manifesto, is aimed at ensuring access to affordable and nutritious food for residents across the city. Delhi Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood on Wednesday announced the inauguration of the scheme, calling it a major step towards food security for the underprivileged.

Shakti Kapoor mentioned that while Shraddha might be taking on fewer projects than other popular actresses in the film industry, she does charge more than any of them.

In a major tragedy on Christmas Day, at least nine persons were burned alive and 21 others injured after a sleeper coach bus caught fire following a collision with a truck in Chitradurga district of Karnataka in the early hours of Thursday.

Krishnamoorthi warned that poor coordination could allow armed groups to exploit instability. That we don't enable armed groups to come to the fore and carry out the violence they would like to carry out, he said.

For the base year revision for GDP, an Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics (ACNAS) and five domain-specific sub-committees have been constituted by MoSPI and more than 30 sub-committee meetings and 4 ACNAS meetings have been held.

In the first month, NMIA will operate for 12 hours -- between 08:00 hours and 20:00 hours -- handling 23 scheduled daily departures. During this period, the airport will manage up to 10 flight movements per hour.

The church witnessed a significant gathering of worshippers who had assembled to mark Christmas, the birth anniversary of Lord Jesus Christ.The service featured prayers, carols and hymns, reflecting the spirit of joy, reflection and togetherness associated with the festival. A special prayer for the Prime Minister was also offered during the service by Rt. Rev. Dr Paul Swarup, the Bishop of Delhi.

According to eyewitnesses, an explosive device was thrown from the top of the flyover and detonated on the road below, critically injuring the victim. He was later identified by his relatives as a man named Siam, who succumbed to his injuries shortly after the blast.

Silver prices surged by more than 137 per cent -- outperforming gold -- which also posted a strong gain of around 68 per cent this year. With equity markets facing volatility, both metals strengthened their position as preferred safe investment options, but silver clearly outshone all traditional choices.

After welcoming her second son on December 19, 2025, Bharti was discharged from the hospital on Wednesday. While heading home, she greeted the paps outside the hospital and joked with the media, Kaju pak chuka hai, as both she and Haarsh confirmed that their baby is healthy.

In the leaked BTS clips, Varun Dhawan and Pooja Hegde are seen getting close during a beachside shoot, with Pooja in a black swimsuit and Varun in a shirt and shorts. Another clip shows Pooja sitting on Varun's lap as they film a romantic scene, with the duo also stepping into the water for a few shots.

The deceased has been identified as Rao Danish, a former student of Aligarh Muslim University. He had been working as a teacher at the ABK High School on the university campus for the past 11 years. According to initial information, on Wednesday night, Rao Danish had stepped out for his routine evening walk along with two colleagues when the incident occurred.

Uttar Pradesh has become the first state in the country to fully integrate this advanced caller location technology with its 112 emergency services.

For India, this award should be viewed through a lens of serene confidence rather than apprehension as a affirmation of Saudi Arabia's pragmatic diversification, not a dilution of New Delhi's privileged standing.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, along with Abhishek Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya, was spotted at the Mumbai airport as the family jetted off for their New Year vacation. Aishwarya was seen shielding Aaradhya from the paparazzi and requesting photographers to maintain distance. The trio opted for coordinated black outfits.

Toxic actress Kiara Advani looks back at her bikini body from War 2 as she graces a magazine cover and talks about motherhood and ambition.

Tere Ishk Mein actress Kriti Sanon's sister, Nupur Sanon, is all set to get married to singer Stebin Ben in January 2026. Check out the details.

The Sensex snapped its two-day winning streak and closed marginally lower, slipping 0.05 per cent to settle at 85,524.84. In contrast, the Nifty managed to extend its gains for a third consecutive session, inching up 0.02 per cent, or 4.75 points, to end at 26,177.15.

An AI-generated clip of Govinda as a Na'vi from Avatar 3 has gone viral on social media, showing him delivering his iconic dialogue Hata saawan ki ghata on the big screen. Netizens were quick to point out that it is fake. The viral clip has also revived old claims about Govinda being part of James Cameron's Avatar franchise, which his wife, Sunita Ahuja, has previously dismissed.

Naveen Kaushik, who played the character of Donga in the film, has now revealed that even though he will not be a part of the sequel, he already knows the story, and it for sure promises to be more action-packed and thrilling.

The ISI-backed elements are provoking people, stating that India is protecting ousted leader Sheikh Hasina, while backing her party, the Awami League. The August 2024 uprising managed to create an anti-Hasina wave across the country, and this is being taken advantage of by the ISI.

Masood made the remarks while responding to criticism from the BJP targeting Priyanka Gandhi for allegedly not speaking out strongly enough against violence against minorities in Bangladesh. He said Priyanka Gandhi possessed the same resolve and capacity to counter anti-India narratives in the South Asian nation as her grandmother Indira Gandhi had demonstrated in her handling of Pakistan.

Modi Story, a popular social media handle on X, brings to light the emphasis that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has personally given on curtailing fertiliser-induced farming and returning to conventional methods of natural farming.

The volatility of INR, as measured by higher prices in the coefficient of variation, moderated in November from a month ago and remained relatively lower that most currencies. In December so far (up to 19), the INR depreciated by 0.8 per cent over its end-November level, according to the Bulletin.

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has assured that the government is fully committed to protecting the Aravalli range and will not allow illegal mining. He said the Supreme Court has backed the government's approach, clarified that there is no dilution of safeguards, and emphasised that a scientific management plan will guide any future decisions to ensure sustainable and eco-friendly protection of the Aravallis.

Poonam Sinha has revealed how she came to know of Sonakshi Sinha - Zaheer Iqbal's relationship.

Ira Khan and Nupur Shikhare celebrated Christmas with a cosy, intimate bash at home, joined by Aamir Khan's son Azad Rao Khan. The couple gave fans a glimpse of their festive decorations, family moments, and Christmas spirit.

Tamannaah Bhatia's name had popped up for 'Shararat' song in Dhurandhar but Aditya Dhar rejected the idea. Here's why.

Karan Johar-backed romantic comedy has landed in a copyright dispute over the 1992 hit Saat Samundar Paar. Trimurti Films, which owns the song's rights, has moved the Bombay High Court, alleging unauthorised use of its tune and lyrics. Trimurti Films is seeking Rs 10 crore in damages and an immediate ban on the song's use, a move that could affect promotions and even the release.

Several videos showed Samantha struggling to move amid the overwhelming crowd. As the crowd closed in on her, Samantha's security personnel were seen holding her hand and creating a path to escort her safely to her car. Despite the situation, Samantha remained composed and did not make any public comment as she made her way through the chaos.

Goyal told journalists that India has already finalised free trade agreements with three members of the Five Eyes (FVEY) intelligence alliance Australia, the UK, and New Zealand. The US and Canada comprise the other two members of the grouping.

The victim was identified as Muhammad Motaleb Shikder, a student leader of the National Citizen Party (NCP), the same party to which Osman Haidi belonged. He was shot in the head in Khulna by unidentified gunmen this morning at around 11.45 AM. He is currently in the hospital undergoing treatment.

Ahead of his 60th birthday, Salman Khan treated his fans to gym photos, looking fit and dapper in a black vest and blue shorts. He flexed his massive arms and strong legs for the camera and sported a clean-shaven look.

Over the last two trading days, Meesho shares have fallen nearly 17 per cent, after dropping around 7 per cent on Friday.

The Chief Minister, speaking in the Legislative Assembly, rejected any reports of death in the state due to codeine syrup and also vowed to take bulldozer action against those involved in its manufacture and illegal trade.

Police investigations have revealed that Hitendra had allegedly provided SIM cards to the other two accused in the case in exchange for money. The two accused arrested earlier have been remanded to judicial custody. Police are questioning Hitendra in view of the seriousness and sensitivity of the matter.

Also, 75 per cent employees and 72 per cent employers believe that GenAI enhances decision making, 82 per cent employees and 92 per cent employers believe it positively impacts quality of work, said the 'EY 2025 Work Reimagined Survey'.

Al-Jihad fil Islam must be read not merely as a historical text, but as a cautionary case study in how religious concepts can be reengineered into ideological weapons, writes Dr. Shujaat Ali Quadri.

Not only did Chitrangada Singh talk about missing out on a SRK film, but she also spoke about other missed opportunities in life and in her career

The Sensex closed at 85,567.48, rising by 638.12 points, or 0.75 per cent. Similarly, the Nifty settled at 26,161.60, up 195.20 points, marking a gain of 0.75 per cent. Nifty closed the session on a strong note after confirming a breakout above the 26,05026,100 zone, validating a double-bottom pattern and reinforcing the ongoing daily uptrend, experts said.

Meanwhile, in Guayana, the Indian High Commission and Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Georgetown, in association with Brahma Kumaris Guyana, celebrated World Meditation Day, underlining the benefits of meditation for emotional, mental, and physical well-being.

The trend is troubling for regional stability and for Pakistan's own information ecosystemand countermeasures will require international vigilance to stop Pakistan from spreading mass disinformation on social media.

The outfit has decided to infuse fresh blood and go back to the basics. The first visible change is in the leadership, with most operations today headed by Talha Saeed, the son of Lashkar-e-Tayiba chief Hafiz Saeed. While Hafiz Saeed is kept in the loop relating to all activities, it is Talha who is calling the shots, an Intelligence Bureau official said.

Bangladesh is not at a breaking point. But it is unmistakably at a decision point. How that decision is shaped by restraint or by escalation, by institutions or by impulses will define not only Bangladesh's future, but the strategic equilibrium of the Bay of Bengal and eastern South Asia for years to come.

Priyanka Chopra appeared as the first guest on the new season of The Great Indian Kapil Show, where her fun act with Sunil Grover went viral. Their playful rendition of But Drink Slowly Slowly won over fans, with many calling the PriyankaSunil vibe catchier and more entertaining than Neha Kakkar's recent song Lollipop.

Gulmarg ski resort received nearly nine inches of snowfall during the last 24 hours, giving the resort its pristine white blanket. Skiers, Christmas and New Year's Eve revellers and those associated with the tourism industry had been looking eagerly forward to the snowfall.