India’s Oil Balancing Act: State Refiners Continue Russian Crude Purchases Amid U.S. Trade Talks
India’s state refiners buy Russian crude as New Delhi balances energy needs and U.S. trade talks India’s state-owned oil refiners continue to buy Russian crude oil even as New Delhi engages in sensitive discussions with the United States to seek relief from potential tariff pressures. This dual-track approach highlights India’s effort to protect its energy […]
Strong Earthquake Shakes Assam, Injures Two in Morigaon and Sparks Widespread Alarm
A strong earthquake hits Assam, injures two in Morigaon, and sparks alarm A powerful earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale struck Assam, jolting residents awake and triggering moments of panic across several districts. The tremors were strongest in Morigaon, where at least two people sustained injuries as buildings shook and household items crashed to […]
Sunderland Hold Their Ground as Manchester City Frustrated in Goalless Stalemate
Sunderland Frustrate Manchester City in Goalless Stalemate Football rarely follows the script, and Sunderland’s gritty 0–0 draw against Manchester City proved exactly that. On paper, this looked like a mismatch. One side arrived as defending champions, stacked with global stars and accustomed to dominating possession. The other walked onto the pitch backed by belief, discipline, […]
PAN–Aadhaar Linking Deadline Nears: What Happens Next, How to Link, and Why It Matters for Taxpayers
Link PAN with Aadhaar by Tomorrow: Follow These Steps As the deadline for linking PAN with Aadhaar ends tomorrow, millions of taxpayers across India find themselves rushing to complete a task that has quietly become one of the most important compliance requirements in the country’s tax system. While the process itself may appear simple on […]
Ambuja Cements–Orient Cement Merger Sparks Market Rally: What the Deal Means for Investors and the Cement Industry
Ambuja Cements–Orient Cement Merger Sparks Market Rally Shares of Ambuja Cements and Orient Cement witnessed a sharp rally of up to 10 percent after their respective boards approved a long-anticipated merger proposal. The market reaction was swift and decisive, reflecting investor optimism around consolidation, operational efficiencies, and the long-term growth prospects of India’s cement sector. […]
Precious Metals Surge to New Peaks: Why Gold and Silver Are Rallying and What Lies Ahead
Why Gold and Silver Are Rallying and What Lies Ahead Gold and silver have once again captured global attention after climbing to fresh record highs, reinforcing their status as safe-haven assets during uncertain times. The rally has not been driven by a single trigger but by a combination of global economic signals, shifting monetary expectations, […]
Indian Army Fast-Tracks ₹2,000 Crore Purchase of 850 Kamikaze Drones
Indian Army to Procure 850 Kamikaze Drones in ₹2,000 Crore Fast-Track Deal The Indian Army is set to acquire around 850 kamikaze drones, also known as loitering munitions, in a fast-tracked procurement estimated at ₹2,000 crore, according to defence sources. The move is aimed at rapidly strengthening frontline combat units and enhancing precision strike capability, […]
EU Approves €90 Billion Loan for Ukraine After Frozen Russian Asset Plan Collapses
EU Moves to Joint Borrowing for €90 Billion Interest Free Ukraine Loan After Russian Asset Deadlock European Union leaders meeting in Brussels on December 18–19, 2025, agreed to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion interest-free loan, ending weeks of intense debate over how to finance Kyiv’s war effort. The decision followed the collapse of a […]
Income Tax Alert Explained: What Recent Messages from the I-T Department Mean for AY 2025–26 Filers
What Recent I-T Department Messages Mean for AY 2025–26 Filers As the income tax filing season for Assessment Year 2025–26 gathers momentum, many taxpayers across India have reported receiving unexpected messages, emails, or alerts from the Income Tax Department. For some, these communications have triggered confusion and anxiety, raising questions about compliance, scrutiny, and possible […]