‘We are convinced…’: Russia stands firm with India on energy ties as US seeks curbs in trade deal
The Russian Foreign Ministry on Wednesday said India purchasing oil from Moscow is a “mutually beneficial” move, which would help maintain stability in the international energy market. Russia also vowed to cooperate with India to ensure the understanding prevails between the two nations in this regard.
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India create history in U19 World Cup semifinal vs Afghanistan as Aaron George’s ton leads team in final
India have created history as they have chased down the biggest target in the U19 World Cup ever with their stellar win over Afghanistan in the semifinal of the ongoing edition of the tournament. Led by Aaron George’s stellar hundred, the Indian team chased down a mammoth target of 311 with ease at the Harare Sports Club to make their way into the final.
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Opposition’s women MPs surrounded seat, refused to move: Why PM Modi’s Lok Sabha address was cancelled today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech in the Lok Sabha in Wednesday was postponed at the last minute amid continued faceoff between the Centre and the Opposition in the lower house during the onoging Budget session. The Lok Sabha was adjourned till 11 AM, Thursday minutes before the Prime Minister was scheduled respond the the motion of thanks to the President’s address.
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UGC NET 2025 final answer key OUT: Check step-by-step guide to download at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Wednesday released the UGC NET December 2025 final answer key along with the result. As now it is released, the candidates can check and download the UGC NET December 2025 final answer key at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Earlier, the NTA had released the provisional answer key for the UGC NET December 2025 session on January 14, 2026, with an objection window closing on January 17, 2026. The final answer key, incorporating reviewed objections, was released on Wednesday. All challenges raised by candidates were examined by subject experts. The final result of UGC NET December 2025 was prepared and declared based on the revised final answer key.
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Xi Jinping speaks to Trump after hour-long video call with Putin to discuss ‘unstable’ global situation
Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, state-run media reported without disclosing details of the discussion,
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PM Modi to visit Malaysia on February 7-8; bilateral talks, diaspora outreach in the offing
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Malaysia on an official visit from 7 to 8 February 2026. The visit is taking place at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the MEA said. This will be PM Modi’s third visit to Malaysia. It will also be his first visit since India and Malaysia raised their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in August 2024. The MEA described the visit as an important step in strengthening bilateral relations.
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Real estate industry backs budget’s focus on infrastructure and connectivity
The realty sector has broadly welcomed the Union Budget 2026 for its strong emphasis on infrastructure and connectivity, viewing it as a supportive framework for the sector’s long-term growth. With public capital expenditure pegged at Rs. 12.2 lakh crore, the introduction of an Infrastructure Risk Guarantee Fund and announcements around high-speed rail corridors and urban connectivity, industry players say the Budget reinforces the government’s focus on strengthening the backbone that underpins real estate development across markets.
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OPINION | India-US deal: Wait for the finer details
As India and the US officials are busy fine-tuning the details of the bilateral trade deal announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, all eyes are on the joint communique that is going to be issued. On Wednesday, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal told Parliament that India has “successfully safeguarded its sensitive sectors” like agricultural products and dairy after nearly a year-long negotiations. He added, “Energy security for Indians is the top priority of the government”.
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Apple’s first OLED MacBooks near launch as Samsung begins 8th-gen OLED panel production
Samsung Display is set to begin mass production of the world’s first 8th-generation OLED panel series in May, a move that is expected to pave the way for Apple’s first OLED-equipped MacBooks later this year. According to a report, the new A6 OLED series will supply display panels for future MacBook models, marking a major shift in Apple’s laptop display strategy.
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‘Uss raat woh ghar nahi pohonchi’: Taapsee Pannu fights a legal battle against injustice in Assi trailer
The trailer of Taapsee Pannu’s upcoming film, Assi, was released by the makers on Tuesday. The video offers a first glimpse into the legal drama, where Taapsee wages a legal war inside the courtroom as she deals with rape cases.
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