Indian cinema has returned to the global awards spotlight as 'Homebound' advanced to the next round of voting in the International Feature Film category at the Academy Awards.
There is not much impact on the global oil market due to the recent US strikes on Venezuela, stated former Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian in a conversation with ANI.
Global crude oil prices are expected to soften significantly in 2026, with Brent crude likely to decline to around USD 50 per barrel by June 2026, according to a report by State Bank of India.
The Congress on Monday expressed grave concern "at the unilateral actions taken" by the United States in Venezuela over the past 48 hours, which it said "transgress the settled principles of international law", as enshrined in the United Nations Charter and numerous international treaties
"I do not understand why Modi is bending before him (Trump). This is harmful for the nation. Stand for the country. You nod to whatever he says. The country did not elect you as the PM to nod," slammed Kharge.
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup trophy reached Kathmandu as part of its global tour, where it was unveiled by Nepal's President and cricket officials, highlighting Nepal's growing presence in world cricket ahead of the tournament starting next month.
The current developments stem from a pre-dawn US operation inside Venezuela on Saturday, during which dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were detained and transferred to a US naval vessel before being flown to New York.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will pay an official visit to India from January 12 to 13, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Monday.
UN chief Antonio Guterres warned the Security Council that US military action against Venezuela risks instability and violates international law, as deposed leader Nicolas Maduro faces criminal charges in New York, raising concerns over regional impact and global precedents.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol in Paris and discussed the global energy scenario, appreciating Birol's assessment and support for India's growth and development.
The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, on Monday launched the Clean City Prosperous City - Citizen Connect Programme 2.0 in Shimla, aimed at making urban civic services more straightforward, transparent, and accessible through a single digital platform.
The Board reviewed the functions of the Department of Payment and Settlement Systems and current focus areas covering both domestic and global payment systems. The draft Payments Vision 2028 was presented, and Members gave strategic guidance to ensure the continued development of India's pay