India takes BIG step against steel imports from China, imposes…tariff for 3 years on select products

The measure will apply to imports from several countries, including China, Vietnam and Nepal; however, certain developing countries will be exempted. It also will not apply to speciality steel products such as stainless steel. Read More | Source: DNA…

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‘2025 will be remembered for India’s focus on reforms’: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted 2025 as a year of continuous reforms, emphasizing collaboration and facilitation over control. Key measures included opening the nuclear sector, 100% FDI in insurance, and new labor codes, all designed to foster inclusive growth and self-reliance. …

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Will restore Bengal’s lost glory in 2026: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah predicted a BJP victory with a two-thirds majority in Bengal’s 2026 assembly polls, vowing to end infiltration and restore the state’s glory. He assured the Matua community of their citizenship rights under the CAA and criticized the TMC government for alleged corruption and failing to…

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Assault row: Sacked Himachal doctor, patient patch up with a hug

A doctor and patient involved in a Shimla assault case publicly reconciled, shaking hands and embracing after apologizing for their scuffle. The incident, which led to a statewide doctors’ strike, was resolved through dialogue, with both parties expressing regret for the disruption caused. …

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‘Home I dug for myself’: 80-year-old Telangana man builds his final resting place; tends to it daily

An 80-year-old man in Telangana has personally dug and constructed his own granite grave, costing Rs 12 lakh. He meticulously maintains the site daily, finding peace in preparing for his inevitable end. This proactive approach stems from a life marked by early loss and a desire to avoid burdening his…

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Proof, not promises: New food products to get strict checks; FSSAI makes scientific evidence mandatory

India’s food regulator, FSSAI, will now mandate scientific evidence for all food safety reviews and standard changes from January 1, 2026. Submissions must detail nutritional information, consumption patterns, toxicological studies, and allergy risks specific to Indian consumers. This move aims to ensure practical, science-based, and safer food regulations for the…

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Bail for eight J&K cops in torture case after CBI drops attempt-to-murder charge

Eight policemen, including a DSP, accused of illegally holding and torturing a J&K constable for six days in February 2023 have been granted bail by a Kupwara court. This follows the CBI dropping attempt-to-murder charges against the accused after a Supreme Court-directed investigation into the alleged abuse. …

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India overtakes Japan, set to surpass Germany to become third-largest economy by…

India’s GDP is projected to grow to USD 7.3 trillion in the next five years, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) stated in its release. “With GDP valued at USD 4.18 trillion, India has surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy and is poised to displace Germany.” Read More…

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New Year 2026: Traffic restrictions, no entry into CP after 7 pm, curbs at India Gate in Delhi on Dec 31

Visitors are advised to use public transport as there is a shortage of parking space at India Gate. Read More | Source: DNA…

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‘ISIS links’: Turkey detains 357 individuals in nationwide raid; targets planned attacks during holidays

Turkish police detained 357 individuals suspected of Islamic State (IS) links in nationwide raids following a deadly encounter. The operations, targeting operatives planning attacks during holiday celebrations, involved simultaneous actions across 21 provinces. Recovered digital materials and suspected financial channeling connect detainees to IS fighters in conflict zones. …

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India’s diplomatic outreach to Bangladesh as Jaishankar to attend Khaleda Zia’s funeral in Dhaka

Khaleda Zia passed away around 6 am on Tuesday, according to a statement from her party posted on social media. “We pray for the eternal peace of her soul and ask everyone to pray for her departed soul,” the statement said. Read More | Source: DNA…

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Pahalgam terror attack, Delhi blast, Air India plane crash & more: Why 2025 felt like a year of endless crises

2025 was a year of profound loss, marked by a series of devastating events across India and globally. From deadly stampedes at religious gatherings and railway stations to a catastrophic earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand, the year witnessed widespread tragedy. …

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‘Boarded the Reform Express’: PM Modi looks back at 2025; highlights India’s global recognition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s global recognition for accelerated development through next-generation reforms. He emphasized that these reforms, spanning sectors like GST, labor laws, and foreign investment, are strengthening long-term, inclusive growth and empowering citizens and businesses. Modi stated that India is moving towards a trust-based system with citizens…

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Khalida Zia death: EAM Jaishankar to attend funeral in Dhaka; PM Modi pays tribute

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will attend the funeral of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka. Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered Zia’s significant contributions to Bangladesh’s development and India-Bangladesh relations, recalling a warm meeting in 2015. Zia, a pivotal figure in restoring democracy, passed away at…

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India slams China after criticism over Salman Khan’s Battle of Galwan: ‘Cinematic expression is…’

The film, starring Salman Khan, is based on the 2020 clashes between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan valley in eastern Ladakh. An article in China’s state-run newspaper Global Times alleged that the events of the 2020 skirmishes portrayed in the Bollywood movie “do not align with the facts.”…

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