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The stock market is set to open with notable losses on Monday, January 27, with major indices already pointing toward a tough day for traders. Investors will be closely watching companies like ICICI Bank, YES Bank, Tata Steel, and more, as several earnings reports are due and global market sentiment remains uncertain. Market Overview: A Tough Start to the Week Early signals from the global markets are less than encouraging…

The Nifty Smallcap 100 index is facing its steepest fall in over three years, marking a dramatic drop of over 12% in January. Here’s why investors are concerned and why this slide could be more than just a temporary setback. The Nifty Smallcap 100 index has plunged by more than 12% this month, making it the worst performance since the market turmoil of March 2020 during the Covid-induced panic selling.…

The Indian stock market took a significant hit today, as Sensex plunged over 800 points and Nifty 50 saw a sharp decline near 22,800. Here’s a closer look at the reasons behind the sharp fall in stocks, which caused a ₹10 lakh crore loss for investors. The Indian stock market has experienced a massive setback on Monday, January 27, 2025. The benchmark Sensex saw a steep drop, shedding over 800…

A notorious drug kingpin’s lavish vacation became the undoing of his freedom when his wife’s social media posts exposed their whereabouts. Luis Manuel Picado Grijalba, known as “Shock,” was arrested in London after the trail left by his wife’s holiday photos led authorities straight to him. The Vacation That Led to His Capture Luis Manuel Picado Grijalba, 43, had been evading law enforcement for years. Wanted by the U.S. Drug…

Israeli Forces Open Fire on Protesters in Southern Lebanon, Killing At Least 15 Tensions in southern Lebanon erupted into violence on January 26, 2025, as Israeli forces clashed with protesters calling for their withdrawal from the region. Israeli troops opened fire on demonstrators who were demanding the military vacate their positions in accordance with a ceasefire agreement, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and more than 80 injuries. Among the…

Tensions Rise as Thousands of Palestinians Stranded in Northern Gaza The ongoing conflict in Gaza has left thousands of Palestinians trapped in the northern region, unable to return to their homes as the war intensifies. A day after the second exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails, the situation has grown even more precarious. With borders closed and lives at risk, former U.S. President Donald Trump has…

Colombian Government Caves to Trump’s Demands, Resuming Deportation Flights and Avoiding Sanctions In a dramatic shift, the Donald Trump administration has decided to suspend its sanctions on Colombia, following a major concession by the Colombian government. The decision comes after Colombia agreed to resume deportation flights for illegal aliens back to the South American country, effectively reversing its previous stance. The breakthrough deal, made public on Sunday, comes after weeks…

Pune Faces Surge in Guillain-Barré Syndrome, With Death Marking State’s First Fatality Maharashtra has witnessed its first suspected death from Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) as cases in Pune cross the 100 mark. The victim, a resident of Pune, succumbed to the disease while visiting Solapur, prompting concerns over the rapid spread of this autoimmune disorder. The 68-year-old man first showed symptoms including cold, cough, and shortness of breath, which led to…

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s playful comment about having “Indian DNA” left Indian leaders in stitches at a banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu. Subianto was the chief guest at the Republic Day parade in Delhi on Sunday, where the remark created a light-hearted moment. On the evening before the grand parade, Subianto made the remark during a banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan, which was attended by President Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra…

The State’s Groundbreaking Move to Standardize Personal Laws and Empower Women Uttarakhand is poised to make history by becoming the first Indian state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), marking a significant shift in the country’s legal landscape. Set to be launched on Monday, this legislation promises to address key societal issues surrounding marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, who has been a strong…