Sergio Gor assumed office as the US ambassador to India on Monday and is set to present his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu this week.


Breaking: Sergio Gor ‘takes charge’ as US ambassador to India

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in India on his first official visit, meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad for delegation-level talks aimed at strengthening India-Germany ties, coinciding with celebrations of 75 years of diplomatic relations and 25 years of strategic partnership. The leaders discussed cooperation in trade, investment, technology, defence, security, innovation and sustainable development, and also participated in the International Kite Festival 2026

India-Germany Trade Ties On A High | PM Modi Lauds Chancellor's Visit

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in India on his first official visit, meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad for delegation-level talks aimed at strengthening India-Germany ties, coinciding with celebrations of 75 years of diplomatic relations and 25 years of strategic partnership. The leaders discussed cooperation in trade, investment, technology, defence, security, innovation and sustainable development, and also participated in the International Kite Festival 2026.

PM Modi Lauds Chancellor Merz's Visit To India

Even with cricket evolving with each passing day, chasing a 300-plus total in One-Dayers is not the easiest of things for any cricket team. However, a few have mastered the art of it, so let’s check which team has successfully chased most 300-plus totals in One-Dayers.

Teams with most successful 300-plus run chases in ODIs; check where Team India ranks

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Ahmedabad for his first official visit to India, where he was welcomed by PM Narendra Modi ahead of wide‑ranging talks aimed at strengthening India‑Germany ties in trade, investment, defence, technology, education and green growth. India and Germany recorded record bilateral trade of over $51 billion in 2024‑25 as both partners mark 75 years of relations and 25 years of strategic partnership.


Merz In Ahmedabad On Maiden Visit: India-Germany Ties Grew In 2024-2025

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Ahmedabad for his first official visit to India, where he was welcomed by PM Narendra Modi ahead of wide‑ranging talks aimed at strengthening India‑Germany ties in trade, investment, defence, technology, education and green growth. India and Germany recorded record bilateral trade of over $51 billion in 2024‑25 as both partners mark 75 years of relations and 25 years of strategic partnership.

Merz In Ahmedabad: India-Germany Ties Grew In 2024-2025 

ISRO launches the PSLV-C62 mission carrying DRDO’s EOS-N1 Anvesha earth observation satellite from Sriharikota, strengthening India’s space-based surveillance and imaging capabilities. 


Breaking: Indian space agency ISRO launches DRDO's strategic-use satellite 

ISRO launches DRDO's strategic-use satellite 'Anvesha' 

India: Prime Minister Narendra Modi participates in Shaurya Yatra at the Shree Somnath Mahadev Mandir in Gujarat. It is a ceremonial procession organised to honour the countless warriors who laid down their lives defending the Somnath Temple.


PM Modi Participates in 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv'; Takes Part In 'Shaurya Yatra'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the Somnath Temple in Gujarat where he is scheduled to offer prayers. The visit to one of India’s most revered Jyotirlinga shrines comes amid heightened security and has drawn attention from devotees and political observers alike.

India: PM Modi Arrives at Somnath Temple; PM to Offer Prayers

India remains the major performing best economy in the world. 


Global Economic Health: Global Markets Health Check 

During a White House meeting with US oil industry leaders on Saturday, President Donald Trump reiterated sweeping assertions about his foreign policy record, including his long-repeated claim that he single-handedly prevented a major war between India and Pakistan.

Donald Trump: I Settled India-Pakistan War Without Nuclear Weapons

According to a study conducted by researchers from the Jawaharlal Nehru University, a superbug called Staphylococci was detected in Delhi's air. Superbugs are potentially dangerous as they are resistant to medication.


India: Deadly Superbug Detected in Delhi as Per Study Amid Poor Air Quality

A Reuters report quoting official sources shows that India is set to allow Chinese firms to bid for government contracts. This is an extension to last year's bonhomie between the two Asian giants.

India Set to Lift Curbs on Chinese Firms?

French President Emmanuel Macron said that he would pay a visit to India next month, with New Delhi set to host the AI Impact Summit. He made the remarks while addressing the Diplomatic Corps yesterday, where he talked about the successes of French diplomacy in 2025.


India-France Relations: French President Macron to Visit India Next Month

South Africa is hosting the China‑led “Will for Peace 2026” naval exercise in Cape Town waters, with warships from BRICS nations including China, Russia and Iran docking ahead of drills focused on maritime security and safeguarding trade routes. The move has raised concerns in Washington and triggered debate over Pretoria’s foreign policy alignment amid strained US ties.

India To Host BRICS Summit This Year | Trump Calls BRICS Anti-American

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray on Sunday jointly unveiled their manifesto, ‘Vachan Nama’, for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections scheduled for January 15. This marks a major step in their renewed political alliance.

Maharashtra Politics: Thackeray Cousins Unite in Maharashtra, Announce Joint Political Manifesto

Srinagar experienced its coldest night, with temperatures plunging to –6°C, as parts of the iconic Dal Lake froze over. The severe winter chill has affected daily life, prompting residents to bundle up and take precautions.


India: Srinagar Witnesses Its Coldest Night at –6°C; Parts of Famous Dal Lake Freezes

Delhi continues to shiver as temperatures dip further, intensifying the winter chill across the national capital. Dense fog, cold winds, and plunging night temperatures have disrupted daily life, affected transport, and raised health concerns.


India: Delhi Shivers as Temperature Dip Further

French President Emmanuel Macron said that he would pay a visit to India next month, with New Delhi set to host the AI Impact Summit. He made the remarks while addressing the Diplomatic Corps yesterday, where he talked about the successes of French diplomacy in 2025.

India-France Relations: Macron to Attend AI Summit in New Delhi 

Indian stocks fell on Thursday, extending losses for the fourth straight session. Benchmark indices recorded their worst performance in over four months amid growing concerns over the United States' proposed 500% tariffs. Investors reacted negatively as global trade tensions escalated, putting pressure on market sentiment and investor confidence in Indian equities.

Indian Stocks Mark Worst Day In Over 4 Months

The political and legal confrontation in West Bengal intensifies as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) faces sharp criticism from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The controversy centers on ‘green files’ seized during recent ED raids, prompting a multi-party legal battle at the Calcutta High Court involving the TMC, ED, and IPAC.

Mamata has accused the federal agency of politically motivated actions, stating, “But this paper was our paper. You forcibly snatched it from our house.” She has also called for mega protests, framing the crackdown as a political vendetta ahead of upcoming polls. Meanwhile, the BJP questions who she is trying to protect, and the Congress has expressed concerns over the handling of documents during an active investigation.

West Bengal Tensions Escalate: Mamata Banerjee Clashes With ED Over ‘Green Files’ 

Maharashtra police unveil an international kidney transplant racket linked to Cambodia, sparked by a viral video from a marginal farmer.


Farmer's high debt helps unravel pan-India organ racket with trails in Cambodia

North India shivers under a severe cold wave, with dense fog blanketing Delhi and cities like Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan, causing travel chaos.


Cold wave grips North India: IMD issues cold wave alert across 13 states 

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