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RG KAR Rape-Murder Case: Kolkata sessions court to deliver judgement

A Sessions court in Kolkata will deliver its judgment today (Jan 18) in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in August last year. Watch this report for more details!

Maha Kumbh 2025: Organisers use AI to prevent stampedes, ensure safety of 400mn pilgrims

India news | Organisers of Maha Kumbh are using AI technology to manage the expected million pilgrims, aiming to prevent stampedes and ensure safety during the event.

Climate risks push home insurance out of reach

The home insurance landscape in California and across the United States is undergoing a dramatic transformation, driven by the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters. Watch this report for more details!

Britain's BNPL Boom: Convenience or debt trap?

Buy-Now, Pay-Later services are transforming the way Britons shop, with transactions reaching 27 billion dollars last year. This model, allowing customers to spread payments without interest or credit checks, now accounts for 7.7 percent of the UK’s e-commerce market.

India’s push for EV investment gains momentum

India is actively working to attract mobility sector investments, especially in electric vehicles, as part of its strategy to become a global hub for the industry.

Chris Martin, Dakota Johnson quash breakup rumours as they take a stroll in Mumbai hand in hand, visit Shiva temple

Ever since they arrived in India, the couple has been spotted on multiple occasions together. On Friday, they were photographed holding hands and smiling at the local paparazzi on the streets of Mumbai.

Tech industry's earnings to weigh on stocks

Gloomy earnings reports by big Indian tech firms are creating worries that the industry would struggle to explain an 11 billion-dollar rally.

Markets in wait-and-see approach ahead of inauguration

Global stocks rally stalled on Friday ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday. There are lingering concerns about the "Day One" measures, some of which are priced in. Take a look at this next report as we decode market move predictions ahead of Trump's first day.

China grapples with slow growth

China's economy grew by 5% in 2024, according to official data. While this was slightly above the forecasted 4.9%, it marked the slowest growth in decades, excluding the pandemic years.

Indian markets await budget 2025 for economic direction

As the countdown to February 1 begins, all eyes are on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who will present the Union Budget 2025. Indian markets are especially on the edge, given the direct impact on market sentiments. Our next report looks at how this budget will play a pivotal role in boosting investor confidence.

Budget 2025 Focus Areas: Infrastructure, tax reforms, & incentives

As the countdown to February 1 begins, all eyes are on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who will present the Union Budget 2025. Indian markets are especially on the edge, given the direct impact on market sentiments. Our next report looks at how this budget will play a pivotal role in boosting investor confidence.

Selectors to pick Bumrah in Champions Trophy squad subject to fitness

Sports, cricket: BCCI selectors will announce Team India ODI squads for the England series and the Champions Trophy today, likely including Bumrah for both (final ODI and CT 2025).

Cold winds batter Delhi, several trains, flights delayed due to dense fog

With Delhi's air quality on the mend, the CAQM lifts Stage III restrictions of the GRAP, marking a noteworthy step towards better air management strategies.

Pakistani migrants drown seeking a better life

A boat carrying 80 migrants attempting to reach Spain capsized near Morocco, with over 40 Pakistanis reportedly among the dead. Watch this report for more details!

Musk says India-US trade ties ‘trending positive’ in meeting with top Indian executives

World | Indian business figures visited SpaceX’s advanced space exploration facilities and also witnessed the successful launch of SpaceX's Starship Flight 7.

Trump, Xi Jinping hold phone call on TikTok and trade

US President-elect Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping discussed trade, fentanyl and TikTok in a phone call Friday, just days before Trump heads back to the White House.

Saif Ali Khan Attack Case: Attacker yet to be nabbed by Mumbai police

There had been reports suggesting that the key suspect in the brutal stabbing of the Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan had been arrested, but the police have now confirmed that no one has been detained in connection with the incident as of now.

Denis Law, Manchester United and Scotland great, dies at 84

Sports, Football: Law was a member of United's European Cup-winning side under Matt Busby in 1968, when they became the first English club to lift the trophy.