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The forthcoming budgets for Assam, West Bengal, Kerala and Tamil Nadu are poised to reflect party priorities while addressing regional development needs. The policies may influence voter expectations ahead of state elections and contribute to national coalition dynamics, including targeted welfare and growth initiatives.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) slashed gold purchases to just 4.02 tonnes in 2025, a 94% drop from 72.6 tonnes in 2024, marking the lowest level in eight years. Despite this slowdown, total holdings reached a record 880.2 tonnes, valued over $100 billion, fueled by prior buys and soaring prices.
US President Donald Trump’s Air Force One was forced to return to Joint Base Andrews shortly after takeoff due to a minor electrical issue detected mid-air. As a precautionary move, the White House decided to switch aircraft before continuing the journey to Switzerland for the World Economic Forum in Davos. Officials confirmed the President and his team remained safe, highlighting ongoing concerns
Minimum pension of Rs 1,000 per month under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS-95) not increased since 2014. Pensioners and unions are pushing for a significant hike, with proposals ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000, potentially to be announced in the Union Budget 2026.
Former US President Donald Trump is set to meet a select group of global business leaders during the World Economic Forum in Davos, with seven prominent Indian CEOs invited to the interaction. Their presence highlights India’s growing importance in global corporate and policy discussions. The meeting underscores stronger engagement between US leadership and India’s top industrialists on the world
TCS CEO K. Krithivasan stated that 95% of enterprise AI pilots fail to provide measurable value despite generative AI’s promise, as most remain small tests without scaling to improve business decisions.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recommended connecting the central bank digital currencies of BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—to facilitate smoother cross-border trade and tourism payments.
As Apple prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary in April 2026, a landmark auction of rare Steve Jobs and early Apple artefacts has captured global attention. Hosted by RR Auctions, the event features nearly 200 historic items, including Apple’s first signed cheque, early financial records, a rare Apple-1 prototype, and Jobs’ personal desk. Several items have already crossed estimated prices, h
Bharath Coking Coal Limited lists with a premium above issue price, reflecting strong price discovery amid iron ore demand and domestic supply constraints. Analysts highlight long‑term revenue potential and price‑setting power, advising partial profit booking and selective long‑term holding depending on market conditions.
The Election Commission of India has extended the Claims and Objections period for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu till January 30. However, there is no change in the schedule for the final rolls, which will be published on February 17 as planned.
