IND vs JPN one-off T20I: India survive scare from Japan to win five-over a side match by 2 runs

Putin's United Russia party wins 355 seats in Duma election; 4 other parties cross threshold to enter parliament

AI models chose to harm humans to stop ‘pain,’ alarming study raises fresh safety questions

‘0% chance’: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang dismisses AI extinction fears by 2030

Samay Raina-Mukesh Chhabra controversy explained: What happened over girlfriend joke on India's Got Latent?

Trump's helipad event overshadowed by audio failure as major TV networks suspend pool coverage

'Needs time away from the international scene': England white-ball captain Brook on pacer Brydon Carse's future

New Zealand farms shift to carbon forests: Carbon credits fuel a land rush reshaping rural life 

Anti-AI activists storm summit, say 'incompetent' leaders are leading us into a disaster - 'We need a vote'

Samsung raises Galaxy S26 prices by Rs 20,000: Here’s what each model now costs

J&K Assembly Session begins amid chaos: BJP, ruling alliance clash as statehood demand dominates

Asian Games 2026: India women's cricket team beats Sri Lanka by 147 runs for first gold 

Key accused in Bihar's Jamui molestation case, arrested after police shoot him in leg

Randeep Hooda arrives in Gujarat for his first National Film Award: ‘Very grateful’

US and China vie for AI dominance as calls grow for regulation | Gravitas

Anant Nag to recieve Dadasaheb Phalke Award: From Ankur to Nishant- Revisit his best films and iconic performances on OTT

FIFA chief Infantino wants to reform governing body with consultation from federations

The Verdict | The Mecca Agreement is under scrutiny as Houthis attack Saudis

India at UNGA81: Jaishankar warns global order under 'growing stress', pushes for ‘reformed multilateralism’

Raaka creates history! Allu Arjun’s film secures Guinness World Record ahead of release

Saudi Arabia exits China-led mBridge digital currency platform amid Saudi-Houthi conflict

'Lot of things to learn from experienced players': Jayasuriya backs Rohit, Virat for 2027 ODI World Cup

$110 billion Warner Bros merger: Paramount reaches settlement with 12 US states

New OTT releases this week (September 21-27, 2026): Shaque: Trust No One, Hunkkaar, Don’t Be Shy- 5 new titles coming to Netflix, Prime Video and more

From ‘communist’ to ‘great mayor’: Trump praises Mamdani after New York meeting, discusses immigration and housing

Report: Zelensky meets CIA chief Ratcliffe at Shannon airport, weeks after his secret Moscow trip

How Zaheer Khan came to be CSK's head coach of IPL 2027

Pilot recreates Mona Lisa in sky over Oklahoma and Arkansas in four-hour flight: VIDEO

UK PM Burnham agrees to 'defensive' military support for Saudi Arabia against Houthis 

Jailer 2: Vidya Balan joins Rajinikanth's upcoming film as Kantha | Watch

Microsoft executive called AI training the ‘largest theft of labour in human history’

40-foot waves crash into cruise ship in dangerous stretch near Antarctica. Watch

US-Iran war, peace deals and more: What to expect from Trump's UNGA 2026 speech

Explainer: Why rare-earth export licences and Board of Trade are US priorities ahead of Trump-Xi summit

BTS fans mock iHeartRadio’s day 2 turnout after short set controversy

Two infants die after fire breaks out at RIMS newborn care unit in Telangana's Adilabad

In yet another gaffe, US President Donald Trump posted unpublished jobs data on truth social a day before its official release. Bloomberg reported that market watchers were circulating the president’s post on social media, following the publication of the numbers. They noted that the president shares some part of the data early.

Trump's Post on Thursday Shows Jobs Data Due on Friday 

In a Reflection of How the Parent Company of Google Has Become One of the Most Significant Winners of Artificial Intelligence,
Alphabet Has Surpassed Apple to Become the Second Most Valuable Firm by Market Value.

Alphabet Becomes World's Second-Largest Firm

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

We present the top 10 assets in the world at the start of 2026. Precious metals like gold and silver continued their historic rally from 2025, reflecting strong demand. This report breaks down the world’s most valuable assets based on market value, offering insights into global investment trends and asset performance as investors begin the new year.

Top 10 Assets In The World

In October, the US Trade gap shrank to its lowest level since 2009, a year after the financial crisis.
That is largely due to a pullback in imports, especially of pharma preparations and gold.


US Trade Gap Shrinks to Smallest Since 2009

With the 2026 budget approaching, India is intensifying efforts to reduce dependence on imported energy, electronics, and defense equipment. The government is reshaping supply chains as a key strategy and plans to allocate budget funds to support domestic manufacturing initiatives. This report decodes how India aims to strengthen its local industries and boost economic self-reliance.

India Budget 2026: Build On Domestic Manufacturing Plan 

The World Trade Organization is facing a significant crisis. Its dispute settlement mechanism, once considered the WTO’s 'crown jewel,' has been weakened due to the United States blocking the appellate body. Despite these challenges, new trade disputes continue to be submitted, highlighting growing tensions and the challenges the WTO faces in maintaining its global authority.

World Trade Organization Undergoing A Crisis?

India’s latest GDP estimates suggest strong growth for the current fiscal year ending in March. However, nominal GDP, which accounts for inflation, is showing signs of weakening. This highlights potential risks to the country’s growth story and underscores the importance of analyzing both real and nominal growth indicators to understand the economic trajectory for 2026.

2025's 3 Big India Surprises To Shape 2026 | WION World Business Watch

Global stocks slipped from record highs and oil prices fell again Wednesday, after president trump announced plans to take millions of barrels of Venezuelan crude to the us Investors booked profits amid uncertainty over geopolitical moves, while japan and Europe saw mixed trading results.

Markets Retreat From Peaks Amid Venezuela Oil News

 the American dream of homeownership is fading for millions of young people. rising home prices, high insurance costs, and a lack of affordable options are pushing millennials and gen z renters to give up entirely. in cities like San Francisco, Boston, and Denver, housing is out of reach for the average earner. Experts warn this could lock an entire generation into long-term low-wealth trajectories.


 U.S. Housing Market Locks Out Millions of Young Americans

Saudi Arabia will open its financial markets to all foreign investors starting February 1st, marking a major shift in investment rules. The capital markets authority has eliminated the ‘qualified foreign investor’ framework, which previously limited access to select institutions. Under the new system, investors from around the world can directly invest in Saudi capital markets, a move designed to boost inflows and improve liquidity.


Saudi Arabia Deepens Investment Reforms Beyond Oil Economy

After a strong 2025, the South African rand jumped to more than a three-year high as the momentum extended into the new year. Investors seem to be comfortable with the currency's strength and predict the rally to continue.


South African Currency Extends 2025 Gains Into the New Year

Iran’s Currency Continues to Slide to New Record Lows as Economic Pressure and Public Anger Over Rising Prices Spills Into the Streets.


Currency Shock Tests Iran's Economic Pain

Washington’s dramatic move against Venezuela has largely been framed as a bid to gain control over the country’s vast oil reserves, the largest in the world. But analysts say the crisis runs deeper than oil. Venezuela is also rich in critical minerals that are essential for modern technology and Defence industries.

Critical Minerals Add New Dimension to Venezuela Crisis

As we countdown to India's Union Budget which is expected in less than a month, we put the focus on the biggest tests for the government. In today's report, we look at India's fiscal deficit and whether the government will be able to balance growth and show prudence. Take a look to find out more.

Budget 2026: Can India Balance Growth & Fiscal Discipline?

Cuba is facing fresh economic strain as uncertainty grows over Venezuela. The island nation relies heavily on Venezuelan crude and refined products to fuel its ageing power grid and transport system. Any disruption in supplies could worsen the country’s chronic shortages and add pressure to its struggling economy.


Venezuelan Political Upheaval Threatens Cuba’s Energy Supply

US President Donald Trump recently shared a chart on Truth Social highlighting immigrant households receiving welfare assistance. While most of India’s neighbors appeared on the list, India was notably absent.

US expands immigration freeze to 20 more countries, India stands out 

The fall of Venezuela's maduro has brought renewed attention to the country's long running debt crisis. It is one of the largest unresolved sovereign defaults in the world.


How Much Debt Does Venezuela Owe to the World?

Venezuela’s main revenue source now faces fresh turmoil as the latest U.S. Action brings exports to a standstill. PDVSA , the state-run oil company, is cutting production and shutting down oilfields as storage fills up. Despite the turmoil, global oil prices remain steady, cushioned by ample supplies elsewhere.


Venezuela-U.S.: Export Standstill Hits Venezuela’s Main Revenue Source

Global stock markets are kicking off 2026 on a high, fueled by the AI boom. In 2025, US Stocks gained double digits, hitting record highs, with seven major tech companies accounting for half of all market earnings.

AI Rally Meets Inflation Risk in 2026 

Britain is approaching a historic demographic turning point. From 2026, the number of people dying in the UK is projected to exceed the number of births, marking a permanent shift in population trends.


Britain's Future Population Growth Hinges on Net Migration

The global economy is still cooking up decent enough food, but the kitchen is one heck of a mess. Investors expect 2026 to serve up more of the same. In this next report, we dive into the risks and bets in this new year. 

Why 2026 Will Be Good for Some but Not All in U.S.

Recent political and military developments in Venezuela are unlikely to have a meaningful impact on India’s economy or energy security. This is largely because trade ties between the two countries have weakened significantly over the past few years.


India relatively shielded from Venezuela's 'oil quarantine' 

A gradual return to the red sea route, after long detours around the cape of good hope, is the key thing to watch for in container shipping in 2026. That return would first lead to congestion in European ports, which would be followed by intensified rate pressures and then a stabilisation in costs.


Could Shipping Costs Ease in 2026 on the Red Sea Return?

President Trump said US oil firms will invest billions to restore Venezuela's oil infrastructure, following a military operation that captured Nicolas Maduro. Under Trump 2.0, American firms are not only driving record domestic oil and gas output, but they are also asserting their influence globally. This is in keeping with Trump's expansive vision of US Energy domination, which includes his plan for Venezuela.


Geopolitics in 2026: Trump's big bets on defence & oil 

The next revision of dearness allowance for central government employees and dearness relief for pensioners from January 1, 2026 is now almost certain at 60 per cent. This follows the release of the all-India consumer price index for industrial workers for November 2025 by the Labour Bureau.

What's the latest from the 8th pay commission? 