India will host the second India–Arab Foreign Ministers’ meeting on Saturday, with all 22 Arab nations set to attend. The talks aim to deepen cooperation on trade, energy, regional security and geopolitical coordination, reflecting growing engagement between New Delhi and the Arab world.


India-Arab FM Meeting On Saturday as All 22 Arab Nations Confirm Attendance | WION Dispatch

India has deployed over 250 vehicles to Kathmandu, supporting Nepal’s election-related operations. This initiative is part of India’s efforts to assist neighboring countries in ensuring smooth poll logistics, highlighting cooperation and regional partnership.

India Sends 250+ Vehicles to Nepal for Poll Support 

Speaking to WION’s Sidhant Sibal, Mr. Ibrahim highlighted the importance of the India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ meeting as a key platform for collaboration. He noted this is the second round of the meeting, focusing on creating opportunities for economic partnerships alongside political discussions.

India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meet: Building Economic Partnerships

The opposition party YSR Congress (YSRCP) has demanded a formal apology from the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister over the controversial Tirupati Laddu distribution issue. The row has sparked political debates and public attention, with parties questioning administrative decisions and traditions at the famous Tirupati temple.

Tirupati Laddu Row: YSRCP Demands Apology from Andhra Pradesh CM

The Government of India says, there is no conclusive data to establish a direct correlation between deaths or diseases due to air pollution.


Delhi Air Pollution: No Confirmed Evidence Of Pollution-Related Deaths

 A 24-year-old SWAT commando of Delhi Police's special cell succumbed to her injuries at a hospital in Ghaziabad on Tuesday, five days after being brutally assaulted, allegedly by her husband, with a heavy dumbbell in their house in southwest Delhi's Mohan Garden. 

India: 24-Year Old SWAT Commando Dies After Assault by Husband 

India gifted Nepal the second tranche of election aid for the 2026 polls, delivering over 250 vehicles to Kathmandu to support logistical preparations.


Nepal Visa: India Gifts Nepal 250+ Vehicles for 2026 Elections

India: Pollution-Death Link Lacks Hard Evidence 

The Beating the Retreat Ceremony 2026 was held in New Delhi, marking the grand conclusion of India’s Republic Day celebrations. The ceremonial event featured mesmerising military band performances, traditional tunes, and a spectacular display of discipline and patriotism by the Indian armed forces.


India: 'Beating Retreat' Lights Up Vijay Chowk 

India’s Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri speaks to WION on the sidelines of the fourth edition of India Energy Week, sharing insights on India’s energy transition, global oil markets, and the country’s strategy for energy security and sustainability.


Hardeep Singh Puri on India's Growing Leadership in Energy Sector | India Energy Week 

The Palestinian Foreign Minister, Dr Varsen Aghabekian Shahin, had said India's potential major role in the reconstruction of Gaza, emphasising New Delhi's longstanding support and expertise in development assistance.


Palestinian FM Praises India's Solidarity With Palestine 

India’s latest Economic Survey confirms strong growth momentum while raising the country’s potential growth rate outlook. At the same time, the survey flags rising fiscal risks at the state level, underlining the need for prudent financial management and reforms.


Economic Survey Confirms India’s Growth, Flags Fiscal Risks at State Level |

The 77th Republic Day celebrations in India concluded with the spectacular Beating Retreat Ceremony, showcasing military precision, band performances, and patriotic displays. The event marks the formal end of R-Day festivities and honors the nation’s armed forces.

Retreat Ceremony: 77th Republic Day Celebrations Culminate with Beating Retreat Ceremony

India celebrated its rich military heritage in a grand event attended by Prime Minister Modi, President Murmu, and other dignitaries. The showcase highlighted the armed forces’ history, valor, and technological advancements, emphasizing India’s defense achievements over the years.

India’s Military Heritage: PM Modi, President Murmu Attend India’s Grand Military Heritage Showcase 

The India Budget 2026 highlights key measures affecting equities and markets, with investors closely watching the government’s fiscal deficit targets. Analysts are assessing how budget allocations, taxation policies, and divestment plans could influence stock market performance.

India Budget 2026: Focus on Equities | Fiscal Deficit Key for Markets

India’s Budget 2026 could play a pivotal role in shaping market sentiment, with investors closely monitoring the government’s divestment targets and policy measures. Analysts are debating whether the budget will spur a bull market and boost investment across sectors.

Can India’s Budget 2026 Trigger a Bull Market? | Investors Eye Divestment Targets

India’s political landscape is heating up as the Congress party urges its ally DMK to fast-track alliance talks ahead of upcoming elections.


Indian politics: Kanimozhi, Rahul Gandhi hold high-level meeting in Delhi

India's Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri Speaks to WION | India Energy Week

India’s Economic Survey 2025-26 has raised concerns over rising fiscal risks at the state level, highlighting growing debt, widening deficits, and mounting pressure on public finances across several states. The survey stresses the need for fiscal discipline, structural reforms, and improved revenue mobilisation to ensure long-term economic stability.

India’s Economic Survey 2025-26: Rising Fiscal Risks at State Level Explained

Bangladesh's response came after New Delhi advised the families of Indian officials posted in Dhaka to return home as a precautionary step, citing security concerns ahead of the country's general elections scheduled for February 12.

Bangladesh: Dhaka Downplays Security Threat to Foreign Officials

India’s political landscape is heating up as the Congress party urges its ally DMK to fast-track alliance talks ahead of upcoming elections.

India Politics: Congress Urges DMK to Speed Up Alliance Talks 

Several dignitaries, including Sharad Pawar, attended the funeral of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who tragically died in a plane crash. 

Ajit Pawar Funeral: Sharad Pawar, Other Dignitaries Also in Attendance

India and the European union have sealed a landmark free trade agreement, reshaping tariffs and market access on both sides. In this next, we clearly breakdown what changes sector-by-sector.


India-EU Mega Deal: Sector Tariff Shifts Decoded

Bangladesh on Wednesday said that there was no security situation that justified India recalling the family members of its diplomats from Dhaka. This comes after New Delhi cited precautionary safety concerns amid rising extremist activity ahead of the country’s general elections.


India-Bangladesh Ties: 'No Reason for India to Recall Diplomats' Families' 

Maharashtra has declared a state holiday and announced three days of mourning following the tragic plane crash that claimed the life of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The state joins in grief as citizens, political leaders, and supporters pay tribute to the veteran leader, fondly known as Ajit Dada. 

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: Maharashtra Declares State Holiday, Three Day Mourning 

 Indian equity markets have navigated a volatile January 2026. The nifty 50 and Sensex slumped nearly 4 percent in the first half of the month but recovered some of those losses following the announcement of the India-EU free trade pact.

India Budget 2026: Can India's Budget 2026 Trigger a Bull Market?

The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a tragic plane crash, will be performed with full state honours in Baramati.

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: Last Rites to be Performed with Full State Honours

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) is closely monitoring the outbreak of Nipah virus infection (NiV) in West Bengal, India. This is the seventh Nipah virus outbreak in India since 2001. 

Nipah Virus Outbreak | CDA: Seventh Nipah Virus Outbreak in India Since 2001

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the state honours funeral of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in Baramati. The NCP chief died in a plane crash on Wednesday. The state government has declared three days of mourning till January 30, with flags flying at half-mast across Maharashtra.

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: Home Minister Amit Shah to Visit Baramati

New Zealand clinched a commanding 40-run victory over India in the 4th T20I, with Tim Seifert and Rachin Ravindra starring in a clinical performance to level the series.


T20I: NZ's Seifert-Santner Duo Demolishes India by 40 Runs 

The funeral of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) president Ajit Pawar will be held with full state honours at 11 am today in Baramati, the General Administration Department (Protocol) said.

Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: Last Rites of Ajit Pawar to be Held in Baramati

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