Gold prices in Delhi hit an all-time high of Rs 83,750 per 10 gram on Wednesday, marking a significant rise of Rs 910 from the previous trading session. The surge was attributed to increased demand from jewellers and retailers. The 99.9% purity gold, which had closed at Rs 82,840 per 10 gram on the previous day, experienced a sharp rise, continuing its upward momentum seen earlier this year. From January 1, gold has jumped Rs 4,360 or 5.5%, reflecting a steady demand for the precious metal.

India Rejects Canadian Report on Election Interference, Accuses Ottawa of Meddling In a sharp rebuttal to allegations of election interference, India has dismissed a report by the Canadian Commission that accuses New Delhi of attempting to influence Canada’s electoral process. Instead, the Indian government has turned the tables, criticizing Ottawa for meddling in India’s internal affairs and fostering an environment conducive t

 In the third T20I between India and England at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, cricket fans erupted with excitement as Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav announced the return of pacer Mohammed Shami to the playing XI. Shami, who had been sidelined since the ODI World Cup final in 2023, made his long-awaited comeback after 14 months. Although his return was highly anticipated, Shami’s performance on the field fell short of expectations. Bowling three overs, he conceded

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy proudly announced that the state has secured approximately Rs 1.8 lakh crore in investments during his recent visit to the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. This marks a significant milestone for the state, with the Chief Minister emphasizing the importance of these investments in bolstering Telangana's economic growth. Taking a dig at the opposition Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), Reddy refuted their claims

A recent report by global analytics firm FICO has highlighted the increasing threat of scams in India's real-time payments (RTP) ecosystem. According to the survey, over one-third (34%) of respondents have lost money to scams, paying for goods, services, or investments that were never delivered. The report further reveals that 60% of respondents have received messages from scammers, and 54% reported that friends or family members have been scammed. Despite fewer people reporting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the United States in February, as confirmed by US President Donald Trump. This will mark the first meeting between the two leaders since Trump’s second-term inauguration on January 20.   According to reports, Trump and Modi recently had a productive phone call, discussing ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and strengthen the US-India strateg

India and China recently concluded a two-day foreign secretary-level meeting where several important decisions were made, marking a step toward stabilizing and rebuilding bilateral relations. The most significant outcome was the agreement to resume the Kailash-Mansarovar yatra during the summer, which has been suspended since 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The resumption of this sacred pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and Mansarovar lake in Tibet is expected to ease tensions and foster people-

India’s fast-bowling ace, Jasprit Bumrah, has been awarded the prestigious ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year 2024 title after an outstanding year where he picked up 71 wickets in 13 matches, averaging an impressive 14.92. This achievement made him the fourth Indian bowler to surpass 70 Test wickets in a calendar year, following in the footsteps of cricket legends like Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, and Kapil Dev. Bumrah's 2024 was marked by his exceptional perfor

In the eighth round of the prestigious Tata Steel Masters 2025 in Wijk Aan Zee, Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa continued his impressive form with a hard-fought draw against world champion D Gukesh. The game featured a Berlin Defense, where Praggnanandhaa, playing White, held a slight advantage, but Gukesh's resourceful pawn sacrifice in the early middle game kept the game balanced. Despite Praggnanandhaa's attempts to capitalize on the position, the game reached a rook-and-minor-

In a heartfelt announcement on Friday, Indian equestrian Anush Agarwalla revealed the end of his seven-year partnership with his horse, Manni, who will now retire from competitive sport. The duo shared numerous successes, including a gold medal in the dressage team event and a bronze in the individual event at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games. In an emotional Instagram video, Agarwalla expressed gratitude for Manni's support, saying that the horse had been central to his achievemen

 Gold futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) have surged to an all-time high, climbing 0.43% from Thursday's rates, reaching Rs 79,970 for contracts expiring on February 5, 2025. The precious metal has seen an upward trajectory this week, following a climb in spot prices which also touched record highs. As of 6:50 a.m. on Friday, gold's spot price in India stood at Rs 79,980 per 10 grams, according to the India Bullion Association. Despite the earlier rise, prices cooled o

D Gukesh has continued his rapid ascent in the world of chess by overtaking Arjun Erigaisi to become the highest-ranked Indian chess player in the latest FIDE rankings. The 18-year-old achieved this milestone after winning his second game in the prestigious Tata Steel Tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, Netherlands, defeating Germany’s Vincent Keymer. Gukesh now holds an impressive rating of 2784 points, putting him at fourth place globally, while Erigaisi, the previous highest-ranked Indian, h

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed immense optimism for India's future, declaring that the country has entered its golden era of economic growth. Speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Naidu highlighted that India's economy is poised for significant growth, predicting it will register the fastest incremental GDP growth from 2028 onwards. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and emphasized the stability provided

 Indian IT companies are set to benefit from a resurgence in discretionary technology spending, which is expected to lead to incremental revenue growth. After a prolonged downturn, demand is picking up, driven by easing macroeconomic factors such as rate cuts and the new U.S. administration's policies. Key IT players like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, and HCLTech have seen a positive shift in discretionary spending across sectors, including BFSI and retail.

Saudi Crown Prince Announces $600 Billion Investment in the U.S. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia has announced a staggering $600 billion investment plan in the United States over the next four years. This revelation was made during a phone call with President Donald Trump, as reported by the state-run Saudi Press Agency (SPA) early Thursday. The announcement signals a major step

The Kho Kho World Cup 2025 has brought a new wave of excitement to the sport, highlighting its potential for international growth. Held in India, the event demonstrated how this traditional South Asian game is gaining traction across continents, from the United States to Brazil and beyond. The tournament not only showcased thrilling matches but also brought awareness to the possibilities for Kho Kho’s expansion, especially with low investment and minimal infrastructure requirements.

Strengthening US-India Relations During his visit to the United States to attend the inauguration of President Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, S. Jaishankar praised the growing bilateral relationship between India and the United States. Representing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his Special Envoy, Jaishankar emphasized the commitment of the Trump adm

ISRO's Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) has successfully completed the integration of the liquid propulsion system for the Crew Module of Gaganyaan, India's first human spaceflight mission. On January 21, 2025, ISRO dispatched the Crew Module to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota for further processing and integration. This uncrewed mission, known as Gaganyaan (G1), is a crucial step in ISRO's efforts to acquire human spaceflight capabilities. The Crew

Trump Withdraws U.S. from Paris Agreement on First Day of Second Term On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the Paris Agreement, the landmark international climate treaty in which nearly 200 countries pledged to work together to limit global warming. The decision comes at a

On Tuesday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will hold his first bilateral meeting with India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Washington. Jaishankar is visiting the US at the invitation of the US Government to attend the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. Rubio’s meeting with Jaishankar is noteworthy, as it marks Rubio's first official bilateral engagement as Secretary of State and underscores the importance of strengthening US