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BJP Gains Big in Bengal & Assam, Major Shifts in Tamil Nadu, Kerala
A major political churn is underway across India as election trends show the BJP expanding its footprint in key states like West Bengal and Assam, while Tamil Nadu and Kerala deliver dramatic shifts of their own.
US Cuts Tariffs on Indian Exports to 18%: India Gains Competitive Edge
The United States has agreed to reduce tariffs on Indian exports from around 50% to 18% under a new India–US trade deal. This move makes Indian goods cheaper and more competitive in the US market and gives India an advantage over many other exporting countries.
Explainer | Why President Zayed’s Short Delhi Visit Matters: Strategy, Symbolism and the Future of India–UAE Ties
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s three-hour visit to New Delhi was brief in duration but deep in strategic meaning. From major investment and defence understandings to warm personal gestures with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, here’s a detailed explainer on why this visit matters for India, the UAE and a shifting global order.
Massive Fire at Indonesian Nursing Home Kills 16
Jakarta, December 29:At least 16 people have died after a devastating fire broke out at a nursing home in Manado, the capital of Indonesia’s North....
Dhurandhar Box Office: Christmas–New Year Boost Powers Record-Breaking Run
What makes Dhurandhar stand out is the speed and consistency of its collections even in the fourth week, placing it firmly among the top 10 highest-grossing Indian films of the last five years.
Amid Row Over Anirudhacharya, Meera Rathore’s Hair Vow Becomes Symbol of Resistance
Speaking publicly for the first time, she said, “I promised myself that until legal action is taken against that kathavachak, I will not braid my hair. This is my protest, my penance, and my strength.”
India–Russia Summit 2025: 10 Big Takeaways from PM Modi–President Putin Talks
In New Delhi, PM Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit that strengthened defence, energy, counter-terrorism and economic cooperation, while also addressing global peace efforts — including India’s position on the Ukraine conflict. Here are the 10 biggest takeaways.
You Doubted Me?’ — Ashwin Explains Virat Kohli’s Explosive ODI Celebrations
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, on his YouTube show Ash Ki Baat, says Virat Kohli’s fiery celebrations after back-to-back centuries against South Africa reflect his determination to silence critics. The batsman’s powerful reactions, Ashwin suggests, show one thing: Kohli has a point to prove.
A Thousand Lamps, One Sacred Night: Adiyogi and Dhyanalinga Glow in Divine Radiance on Karthigai Deepam
On the sacred night of Karthigai Deepam, thousands of lamps lit around the iconic Adiyogi and Dhyanalingam at Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore created a breathtaking ocean of light. The illuminating celebration brought together devotion, stillness and spiritual unity as the 112-foot Adiyogi glowed under the radiant festival night.
Why More Young Adults Are Getting Colorectal Cancer: New Yale Study Reveals Key Biological Clues
A new Yale School of Public Health study has uncovered important biological differences in colorectal cancer tumors found in younger adults — offering clues to why cases are rising and how treatment may need to evolve.
