Stock market today: BSE Sensex opens in red; Nifty50 above 23,750

In 2024, farmer and farm laborer groups from Punjab resumed protests demanding a law for guaranteed buying of crops at minimum support prices (MSP), led by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha. Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a veteran leader, began an indefinite hunger strike in support of the demands, with the protest ongoing for 11 months in Haryana. Mr. Dallewal, a prominent farmer leader, has a history of advocating for farmer rights and has...

In 2024, there was a significant rise in domestic defence production and exports, with the government focusing on boosting capability enhancement of the armed forces. The increased value of indigenous defence production reached ₹1.26 lakh crore, driven by 'Make in India' initiatives and a 16.7% growth in defence exports, with contracts being signed with Indian vendors. The armed forces are set to witness major inductions in 2025, including advanced nuclear missile submarines, stealth frigates, and...

The State Department has informed Congress of an $8 billion weapons sale to Israel to aid in its ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza, including air-to-air missiles, artillery shells, Hellfire missiles, and bombs. The sale, which adds to the $17.9 billion in military aid provided since 2023, has faced criticism over civilian casualties, with efforts in Congress to block offensive weapon sales to Israel. The Biden administration has faced scrutiny over the mounting death toll...

In a significant blow to the Congress party in Uttarakhand, veteran leader Mathura Dutt Joshi, who has been associated with the party for five decades and served alongside Rajiv Gandhi, has bid farewell just 18 days before the local body elections, citing the need for a change aligned with his values and vision for the future. His discontent over ticket allocation led to his resignation, followed by suspension from the party’s disciplinary committee, leaving Congress...

China's recent move to establish two new counties in the Hotan prefecture, incorporating Ladakh's territory, has sparked concerns among Indian officials. Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdeva stated that China is "increasing its hold in the Aksai Chin region" through this administrative mechanism, indicating a reluctance to improve relations with India and a desire to maintain and expand its presence in the region. Sachdeva emphasized that China's actions suggest a frozen conflict with India, as they...

Shark Tank India Season 4 premieres with YouTuber Gaurav Taneja pitching his whey protein brand, boasting ₹1 crore in sales within an hour. Aman Gupta and Vineeta Singh express admiration for the achievement, highlighting the power of influence-driven branding. The promo also teases heated moments between sharks Aman Gupta and newcomer Kunal Bahl, showcasing audacious valuations and innovative pitches from bold entrepreneurs, including an AI-powered device described as "no different than magic" by investor Anupam...