2026

Synopsis Tamil Nadu BJP leader K. Annamalai hit back at MNS chief Raj Thackeray’s remarks, calling critics of his statement on Mumbai “ignorant.” Annamalai, who stated Mumbai is an “international city,” also revealed receiving threats but vowed to visit the city. Thackeray had mockingly referred to Annamalai as ‘rasmalai’ and questioned his connection to Mumbai.

Synopsis A Chinese merchant ship, reportedly equipped with drones and missile launchers, has been spotted. This sighting near a Chinese naval vessel fuels concerns about the militarization of civilian ships. China’s large merchant fleet could potentially be converted for military use, extending sensor range and conducting strike missions. The images emerged from a Shanghai shipyard.

Dharana Capital, an offshoot of global investment firm Vy Capital, has raised $250 million (about Rs 2,254 crore ) for its second India-focussed vehicle, taking its total assets under management to about $450 million, according to a statement. The new fund will invest in growth-stage technology and consumer companies, as India-focused venture capital firms return

Synopsis MNS chief Raj Thackeray urged Marathi unity, warning of threats to the state’s identity and language, and vowed to resist Hindi imposition. He called the BMC polls decisive for the Marathi community. Meanwhile, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde outlined the Mahayuti government’s development plans for Marathis, including housing and making Mumbai a Fintech hub. Listen

Lohri isn’t just a date on the calendar; it feels like a whole mood. As evening sets in, people drift towards the crackling bonfire. You can smell gur melting, peanuts roasting, and that smoky winter air that somehow makes everything nostalgic. Kids run around making noise, adults catch up on gossip, and someone is always

Frankfurt, Germany – Forward expansion is a top priority for Paramount Textile Mills, which is preparing to launch a dedicated dyeing and finishing project for premium home textiles this year. “This strategic investment marks a significant step toward achieving complete vertical capability, enabling the company to deliver enhanced value, speed, and consistency to global customers

THE WHAT? Reliance Retail has brought South Korean makeup brand Hince to the Indian market through its beauty retail platform, Tira. THE DETAILS Hince, known for its minimalist aesthetic and colour cosmetics, will be retailed under Tira as part of Reliance Retail’s strategy to expand its premium and trend-led beauty assortment. The move adds another

Contemporary warfare is being increasingly revolutionized by the rise of drones as potent systems being integrated into military arsenals . Drones are quickly becoming lucrative because of their cost-effectiveness, their ability to substitute costly larger tactical systems . This is because of their petite stature that facilitates easier use and creates space for defense innovation

High Commissioner of India to Kenya Adarsh Swaika met Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia W Mudavadi on Monday, with both sides agreeing to convene the Kenya-India Joint Commission for Cooperation in New Delhi as part of efforts to further strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. According