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Shares of BSE Ltd surged nearly seven per cent to a 52-week high after the exchange reported a nearly threefold rise in consolidated profit for the December quarter. Strong growth in derivatives trading and listings boosted earnings and investor sentiment.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Bastar is now known for development and self-confidence rather than violence, while praising the Bastar Pandum festival. He said such cultural events help preserve tribal heritage and reflect the region’s changing identity and progress.

The 111-year-old John Morris Fire Engine from Hyderabad won two major awards at the Statesman Vintage and Classic Car Rally 2026 in New Delhi. Maintained by SCR’s Lallaguda workshop, the vehicle was honoured for age and preservation.

A doctor-led AI healthcare ecosystem called iLive Connect is enabling real-time medical supervision beyond hospitals through continuous biosensor monitoring and predictive analytics, helping detect health risks early and reduce repeat hospitalisation among patients with chronic conditions

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Russia has received no official communication from India about ending purchases of Russian oil, despite U.S. statements about a trade deal that would link tariff cuts to India halting Russian crude imports.

The India-US trade deal is expected to help stabilise the rupee, narrow the current account deficit and boost foreign direct investment, according to a report. Improved market access and tariff certainty could support exports, manufacturing investment and medium-term economic growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said self-confidence is the key force that makes everything possible and will help realise the dream of Viksit Bharat. His remarks came hours after India and the US announced a trade deal reducing tariffs on Indian goods

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the 16th Finance Commission report in Lok Sabha, outlining tax devolution between Centre and states for 2026–2031. Headed by Arvind Panagariya, the panel proposes formulas guiding Centre–state fiscal relations

EAM S Jaishankar met Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit in New Delhi ahead of the 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Talks focused on strengthening cooperation across sectors, regional developments, and building on a decade-old India-Arab partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary, highlighting Gandhiji’s emphasis on swadeshi as a core principle for a developed, self-reliant India, and said his life and ideals continue to inspire the nation

An all-party meeting in New Delhi, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, is underway to ensure smooth functioning of Parliament’s upcoming Budget session. The session begins Wednesday with the President’s address, with the Union Budget scheduled for February 1

Public sector bank services may be disrupted Tuesday as employee unions launched a nationwide strike demanding a five-day work week. SBI, PNB and Bank of Baroda could be affected, while private banks and digital services are expected to function normally

President Droupadi Murmu presided over the 77th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path, marked by a revived traditional buggy, cutting-edge military displays, a grand flypast, and cultural performances celebrating ‘Vande Mataram’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.

Fans of Sunny Deol arrived at theatres on tractors to watch the release of "Border 2," a sequel to the 1997 hit. The film, starring Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh, earned ₹32.10 crore on its first day

MMTC-PAMP plans to start silver recycling at select stores within three months to meet rising demand and supply constraints. The company will expand minting, digital commerce, and silver offerings, citing record silver prices and growing investor interest

India is rebalancing crude oil imports toward Middle Eastern suppliers as Russian volumes dip due to sanctions and compliance risks. While Russian crude remains economical, refiners are prioritising supply reliability, with Iraq and Saudi Arabia regaining share in early 2026

On Republic Day 2026, the Union home ministry announced gallantry and service medals for 982 police, fire and civil defence personnel. Of these, 125 bravery medals were awarded, with most recipients from Jammu and Kashmir operations

A 1989 article by PM Narendra Modi, under the pseudonym ‘Aniket’, described the Ram Mandir Shilanyas as a historic awakening of Hindu consciousness, critiqued Congress’ “minority appeasement,” and highlighted sustained public mobilisation and VHP efforts leading to the temple’s foundation stone laying

The Supreme Court agreed to hear the curative petition of Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Mohammad Arif, sentenced to death in the 2000 Red Fort attack that killed three Army jawans, marking his final legal remedy after dismissal of appeal and review pleas

The Supreme Court allowed Punjab Kesari’s printing presses to continue operating despite the Punjab State Pollution Control Board’s power cut order over alleged violations. The bench granted a one-week reprieve, maintaining status quo until the High Court delivers its verdict