Music maestro AR Rahman is reportedly facing calls for a boycott following his recent comments that sparked controversy. Fans and critics alike have expressed strong reactions on social media, highlighting the debate around public statements and celebrity influence. The controversy raises questions about freedom of expression, accountability, and fan reactions in today’s digital age.

AR Rahman Faces Boycott Calls Over Controversial Recent Comments

BJP leader Nitin Nabin has been elected unopposed as the party’s new national president and will formally take charge today at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi. The transition is scheduled in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior leaders including Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, as Nabin succeeds outgoing chief J P Nadda.​


BJP: Nitin Nabin becomes youngest party chief at 45

The anti-terror operation in Kishtwar has entered its third day, with Indian security forces tightening the cordon around three suspected terrorists.


J&K: Kishtwar Encounter Enters Day 3 As Security Forces Corner Three Terrorists

Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing one of its driest winter seasons in years, with official data showing an alarming 85% rainfall deficit. The prolonged dry spell has heightened fire risks, raised concerns over water availability, agriculture, and snowfall-dependent livelihoods across the Kashmir Valley.


India: Dry Winter Season Engulfs Kashmir Valley, Fire Risk On Rise 

BJP: Nitin Nabin elected 12th national party president, replaces JP Nadda

A shocking discovery in Indore as a physically disabled man living on the streets was found to be a millionaire during the city’s “Beggar-Free Indore”. Authorities say Mangilal quietly amassed crores over years while moving around Sarafa Bazaar on a modified iron cart, raising serious questions about urban poverty, enforcement, and hidden wealth.


India: Beggar In Indore Turns Out Be Millionaire

India's Budget 2026 is just days away now. As we countdown to the big day we look at how India raises revenue from taxing sin products. The spotlight of today's story is the revised sin tax on cigarettes and tobacco products. Can such moves actually raise government revenue? 


Are Cigarette Taxes Pushing Smokers Underground in India? | World Business Watch

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Davos 2026: India's $5T Dream Accelerates: GDP Nearly Doubles 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Delhi's Palam airport today, marking a high-level visit to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. 

UAE President's Visit To India Comes Amid West Asia Crisis

India is making a strong business pitch at the World Economic Forum in Davos, sending its largest ever delegation with central leaders and representatives from ten Indian states wooing global investors amid a shifting global economic landscape.

Davos 2026: India Set For A Power-Packed Representation at Davos

WEF 2026: India Sends Largest-Ever Delegation | Davos 2026

Security forces have launched anti-terror operations in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir after a grenade attack injured eight soldiers, officials said. The attack triggered a cordon-and-search operation as forces moved to track down the terrorists responsible.


India: Anti-Terror Ops Underway In J&K’s Kishtwar After Grenade Attack Injures 

A severe cold wave has intensified across northern India, with rain, snowfall and dense fog affecting several states and disrupting daily life. Hill states reported fresh snow, while plains including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh woke up to reduced visibility and plunging temperatures.


Cold Wave Tightens Grip Across North India As Rain, Snow And Fog Disrupt Life

New Zealand created history by securing their first-ever bilateral ODI series win in India after defeating the hosts by 41 runs in the third ODI in Indore. 


New Zealand beat India by 41 runs in third ODi to win the series

At the India Open 2026 in New Delhi, Olympic champion An Se-young successfully defended her women’s singles title with a dominant straight-games victory. In men’s singles, Lin Chun-yi clinched his maiden Super 750 crown, marking a breakthrough moment in his career.


India Open 2026 badminton: Olympic champion An Se-young defends title

India Sends Largest Delegation to WEF Davos 2026 | World Business Watch

The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting begins today in Davos-Klosters, with more than 3,000 leaders from over 130 countries gathering for five days of high-level discussions.

Davos 2026 To Begin, As 3,000 Global Leaders Set To Gather For World Economic Forum

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is expected to visit Delhi. The visit is expected to further firm up ties between the two countries. India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have forged one of the most dynamic bilateral partnerships in the world, blending ancient trade links with modern strategic and economic ambitions.


India-UAE ties: Both nations focus on India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor 

From climate-resilient farming to food innovation and future skills.
Kerala is building sustainable agriculture value chains and a global-ready workforce.

World Economic Forum 2026: Kerala's Sustainable Agriculture Potential at Davos 2026 

The Republic Day parade 2026 will also be unique with several firsts; this year's parade introduces a dynamic new format where the Indian Army showcases capabilities in a phased battle array, displaying assets sequentially as used in combat, featuring the newly raised 'Bhairav Battalions. 

Republic Day 2026: 150th Anniversary of Vande Mataram Anchors Celebrations

At least 20 people have been killed by a wild elephant in 15 days in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand, officials have said, adding that the animal is yet to be captured.

Elephant on Rampage in Jharkhand's West Humbugging for Over 15 Days

Republic Day 2026: Parade to Feature First-Ever Battle Array Display 

India and the EU are poised to sign a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on January 27, 2026, in New Delhi during the 16th India-EU Summit, hailed as the bloc's largest-ever trade pact with 20 of 24 chapters finalized.


India-EU 'Mother of All Deals' Inked Jan 27

India has agreed to provide 60 million dollars to renovate the Kankesanthurai port in Sri Lanka’s northern Jaffna district. A major boost for post-war infrastructure and tourism in the Tamil-majority region. Sri Lankan president Anura Kumara Dissanayake made the announcement on Friday while addressing a public gathering near Jaffna, saying the funding will help unlock the region’s economic potential.


India to Give $60 Million to Renovate Sri Lanka's Kankesanthurai Port

 U.S. President trump has announced a 25 percent tariff on any country trading with Iran. India is closely tracking developments in Iran, not just as a regional crisis, but as a strategic test with direct implications for its connectivity and foreign policy.


Instability in Iran Raises Long-term Questions for India 

Indian equities ended the week largely unchanged as optimism around corporate earnings helped offset global headwinds and sustained foreign investor selling.

Cues to Watch in Indian Markets Next Week

As the government approaches the union budget, the focus is not just on the domestic economy but how the country positions itself globally. Can India become an innovation economy? Can it initiate fiscal support to stay ahead of the curve in deep tech and AI? 


What India Needs to Become a Deep Tech Leader

India has reaffirmed its commitment to continue discussions with both the United States and Iran on operating the strategic Chabahar port, dismissing reports that it plans to shut down operations due to U.S. sanctions. The Ministry of External Affairs clarified that the U.S. sanctions waiver remains valid until April 26. The issue has gained urgency after President Donald Trump announced new tariffs targeting countries trading with Iran, placing India’s investments and regional connectivity plans under renewed scrutiny.

India To Continue Talks With U.S., Iran On Chabahar Port Operation

A chapter of India's royal and patriotic history has quietly closed. Maharani Kamasundari devi, the last maharani of the legendary Darbhanga raj in Bihar passed away this week at her residence in Darbhanga. She was ninety-three and had been unwell for several months.


Maharani Kamasundari: The Queen Who Gave Away 600 Kg of Gold

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirms ongoing contact with the United States regarding a waiver extension for Chabahar Port operations amid escalating unrest in Iran.


Breaking: Iran Unrest: MEA Says in Touch With U.S. Over Chabahar Waiver

India's Union Budget 2026 approaches with anticipation, featuring new investments in railways and defence alongside focus on key sectors like infrastructure and manufacturing.


India's FY26 Budget: Key Sectors in Spotlight 

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