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Bitcoin hits $106,000 amid Trump’s pro-crypto push

Bitcoin had surged to a historic high of more than $106,000 on Monday after US President-elect Donald Trump voiced a pro-cryptocurrency position. Since the election of the latter on November 5, the cryptocurrency price surged more than 50 per cent.

Bitcoin hits $106,000 amid Trump’s pro-crypto push

Bitcoin had surged to a historic high of more than $106,000 on Monday after US President-elect Donald Trump voiced a pro-cryptocurrency position. Since the election of the latter on November 5, the cryptocurrency price surged more than 50 per cent.

'Flying Car' Takes Flight In Shanghai

The land aircraft carrier, also known as a flying car, developed by Xang AO HT, the largest flying car company in Asia, successfully completed its first test flight in Shanghai. This six-seater vehicle took off from a rooftop and circled iconic landmarks, showcasing its capabilities. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Blackouts Add To Ukraine's Winter Woes

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared 2024 a landmark year in Russia's military campaign against Ukraine, hailing accelerating advances and issuing yet another warning to Western nations about crossing Russia's red lines. Our next story takes a look at how Russia will intensify its offensive and the conflict will take a grim turn, raising questions about the future of Western support for Ukraine. Watch in for more details!

Zakir Hussain, a Tabla Maestro and Legend, Passes Away At 73

Zakir Hussain, a Tabla Maestro and Legend, Passes Away At 73

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv claims killing or injuring 30 North Korean soldiers in Kursk region

Ukraine's military agency on Monday (Dec 16) claimed that around 30 North Korean troops were killed or wounded in Russia's Kursk border region. This comes as the first reported casualties since Kyiv announced that Pyongyang has sent 10,000 troops to Russia to help in its war with Ukraine.

Devastation, And Destruction After Cyclone Chido

Rescuers are racing against time to reach survivors and supply urgent aid after a devastating cyclone Chido ripped through the French Indian ocean territory of Mayotte, destroying homes across the islands, with hundreds feared dead.

Maharashtra cabinet: Shiv Sena MLA Bhondekar resigns citing broken promise of cabinet berth

Shiv Sena MLA Narendra Bhondekar has resigned from all party posts while expressing disappointment at not being included in the Maharashtra cabinet. Speaking to reporters in Bhandara on Sunday, Bhondekar, who was the Shiv Sena's deputy leader and co-ordinator for eastern Vidarbha districts, claimed his party head and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde had promised him a cabinet berth.

Maharashtra cabinet: Shiv Sena MLA Bhondekar resigns citing broken promise of cabinet berth

Speaking to reporters in Bhandara on Sunday, Bhondekar, who was the Shiv Sena's deputy leader and co-ordinator for eastern Vidarbha districts, claimed his party head and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde had promised him a cabinet berth

Zakir Hussain, a Tabla Maestro and Legend, Passes Away At 73

Zakir Hussain, a Tabla Maestro and Legend, Passes Away At 73

China's Kill List Targets US Carrier Strike Groups

The People’s liberation army’s electronic warfare unit has produced a list of targets for a coordinated attack against US aircraft carrier strike groups...This comes at a time when Chinese navy has been flaunting its power, it has been threatening Taiwan leaving US and its allies worried. Our next story brings you all the details....

Massive Interest Burden Haunts $29 Trillion Emerging Debt Pile

The developing world is bracing for a tumultuous 2025. Emerging market nations have to deal with the added stress of paying interest on the $29 trillion in debt that was accumulated over the past decade.

Massive Interest Burden Haunts $29 Trillion Emerging Debt Pile

The developing world is bracing for a tumultuous 2025. Emerging market nations have to deal with the added stress of paying interest on the $29 trillion in debt that was accumulated over the past decade.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz loses confidence vote, early election set for February 23

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a confidence vote in parliament on Monday. This development has set the stage for an early general election scheduled for February 23.

UK: MPs Consider Naming Chinese 'Spy' Linked To Prince Andrew

Prince Andrew said he has “ceased all contact” with the businessman accused of being a Chinese spy after receiving advice from the Government. Watch this report for more details!

China's Regulators Vow to Stabilise Property, Stock Markets

After a conference of senior officials urged for additional stimulus, China's authorities promised to implement more effective fiscal policies and increase efforts to stabilise the housing and equities markets.

China's Regulators Vow to Stabilise Property, Stock Markets

After a conference of senior officials urged for additional stimulus, China's authorities promised to implement more effective fiscal policies and increase efforts to stabilise the housing and equities markets.

Giving alms in Madhya Pradesh's Indore could land you in jail from January 1

In an effort to make Madhya Pradesh’s Indore city free of beggars, the district authorities have said on Monday, December 16, that FIR will registered against those who give alms from January 1, 2025.

Chinese Bond Investors Bet on Prolonged Slowdown in 2025

Chinese bonds are signaling deep skepticism about the country’s economic recovery, even as the stock market rallies on hopes of a revival in consumption. Our next report delves into the data and what it means for China’s economy heading into 2025. Take a look!