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Walmart-owned Flipkart has received approval from India’s National Company Law Tribunal to move its headquarters from Singapore to India, the Economic Times reported. The company applied for government permission under Press Note 3 rules. Flipkart is also reportedly planning to file draft papers for an initial public offering (IPO) in 2026.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed willingness to abandon Ukraine’s NATO bid in exchange for Western security guarantees but rejected US proposals to cede territory in Donetsk to Russia. Talks with US envoys focused on ending the war, while ongoing Russian strikes targeted multiple Ukrainian regions, causing power outages and damage to infrastructure across the country.
Kerala CPM leader Sayed Ali Majeed courted controversy after a 47-vote municipal win in Malappuram, making misogynistic remarks targeting women candidates, suggesting women should “sit at home” and be married for sex and children. His comments drew criticism as the opposition UDF and BJP made significant gains in the municipal elections across the state.
In Bengaluru, a 21-year-old woman was seriously injured after falling from a fourth-floor hotel balcony while allegedly trying to escape via a drainpipe during a police raid on a late-night party. Authorities are investigating the incident at Sea Esta Lodge, with a case filed against the hotel for alleged negligence and safety lapses.
Delhi’s air quality worsened, with AQI reaching 498, prompting the Singapore High Commission to advise its nationals to stay indoors and wear masks. Stage 4 GRAP restrictions limit construction and industrial activity. Flights may be affected due to low visibility. Residents, especially children and those with health issues, are urged to take precautions.
In Sydney, a father-son pair, Sajid (50) and Naveed Akram (24), carried out a deadly shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, killing at least 15. Sajid was fatally shot by police, while Naveed was hospitalized. Authorities said the attack deliberately targeted the Jewish community, marking Australia’s deadliest shooting in nearly three decades.
Maharashtra will hold elections for 29 municipal corporations, including BMC, on January 15, 2026, with results on January 16. Over 2,869 corporators will be elected, and more than 3 crore voters will use EVMs. Nomination filing is from December 23–30, and campaigning ends 24 hours before polling. Special rules apply for duplicate voters.
In a shocking case in Uttar Pradesh, police arrested taxi driver Bilal for allegedly beheading his live-in partner, Uma, near Kalesar National Park, Haryana, to marry another woman. Uma, 30, had been in a two-year relationship with Bilal. Authorities are investigating the case, recovering evidence, and continuing forensic procedures following the gruesome murder.
The auspicious month of Dhanurmasam begins tomorrow and is considered sacred for worship of Lord Vishnu. Devotees perform puja in the morning and evening during this period. At Tirumala, Tiruppavai is sung instead of Suprabhatam. Bathing, charity, fasting, and homams hold significance. Worshipping Lord Vishnu on Fridays is believed to bring divine blessings.
The Enforcement Directorate questioned Yes Bank co-founder Rana Kapoor under the PMLA in a money laundering probe against Reliance Anil Ambani group companies. The investigation covers 2017–2019, when Yes Bank invested over ₹5,000 crore in RHFL and RCFL instruments that turned non-performing. ED claims public funds were indirectly routed via Yes Bank.
On his 75th death anniversary, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is remembered as the Iron Man of India and a key architect of national unity. As India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, he integrated over 560 princely states into the Union. His firm leadership, administrative vision, and commitment to unity laid the foundation for a […]
This week, OTT platforms offer a mix of thrillers, dramas, comedies, and global hits. Notable releases include Thamma, Fallout Season 2, Emily in Paris Season 5, Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, Four More Shots Please Season 4, and The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 4. Indian originals feature stars like Madhuri Dixit, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, […]
Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills and Himayatnagar are among Asia Pacific’s 50 most valuable shopping streets, says Cushman & Wakefield’s 2025 report. Banjara Hills is known for luxury stores and cafes, while Himayatnagar offers busy high-street shopping. The recognition highlights Hyderabad’s growing retail scene and marks it as a key city.
Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu unveiled the statue of legendary singer S.P. Balasubrahmanyam at the Ravindra Bharathi campus in HYD. Former Governor Dattatreya, TG Minister Sridhar Babu, and BJP state president Ramchandra Rao attended the event. SP Balu’s wife Shailaja said it was his final wish to have a statue installed at Ravindra Bharathi.
An AIIMS-Delhi survey reveals that schoolchildren are starting harmful habits at very young ages. On average, children begin smoking, drinking alcohol, and using drugs by age 13, with some starting as early as 11. Usage is highest among students in grades 11 and 12, nearly double that of eighth-grade students, the report finds.