A new SBI Research report paints an optimistic picture for India’s economy, forecasting entry into the upper middle-income category by 2030 as per capita income nears $4,000. Currently home to nations like China and Indonesia, this group represents a significant upgrade for India. India’s economic journey has been one of accelerating triumphs. From 60 years to build a $1 trillion economy after independence, the nation surged to $2 trillion in merely seven years by 2014. Milestones followed rapidly: $3 trillion in 2021 and $4 trillion projected for 2025. ‘Steady progress toward $5 trillion in the coming two years,’ stated Dr.…
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In a display of clinical tennis, world number one contender Coco Gauff dismantled Kamila Rakhimova 6-2, 6-3 on Monday at the Australian Open, advancing effortlessly to round two after a 99-minute battle on Rod Laver Arena. The 19-year-old American celebrated her 75th Grand Slam victory, boasting a stellar 23-4 first-round record across majors. Serving woes plagued Gauff with seven double faults, but her return prowess and tireless movement neutralized Rakhimova’s efforts. The Uzbek player mounted a gritty defense in set one, erasing set points to prolong the contest, only for Gauff’s composure to prevail. Transitioning to the second set, Rakhimova’s…
Noida’s construction landscape is under fire following the death of an engineer at a Sector-150 site, where two builder companies now face FIRs for negligence. The Noida Authority’s inability to collect a whopping 3,000 crore in dues has come under sharp criticism, highlighting deeper governance issues. Eyewitness accounts reveal a site bereft of essential safety measures—no barriers, no alerts—setting the stage for the tragedy. Allotted a decade ago for Sports City, the plot saw blatant misuse as builders subdivided and sold it off, violating allotment terms and sabotaging public projects. With CBI and ED now investigating the land scam, questions…
In a significant development in India’s cryptocurrency fraud saga, a Mumbai PMLA court summoned Raj Kundra linked to the infamous Gain Bitcoin ponzi scheme. Alongside Dubai businessman Rajesh Satija, Kundra must now face judicial scrutiny following ED’s detailed chargesheet. The agency accuses Kundra of receiving 285 Bitcoins from Amit Bhardwaj, the scam’s architect, intended for a Ukraine-based mining operation that never materialized. Current market value exceeds ₹150 crore, with ED alleging these assets remain under Kundra’s control. Dismissing Kundra’s middleman defense, ED highlights a binding term sheet and his uncanny memory of transaction details spanning years. Refusal to share wallet…
In a gritty display at the Australian Open, Daniil Medvedev overcame early resistance from Jesper de Jong to secure his spot in the next round. The Russian, who recently claimed the Brisbane title, prevailed 7-5, 6-2, 7-6(2) after nearly three hours on Margaret Court Arena. Medvedev’s 2026 season remains unblemished at 6-0, bolstered by converting seven break points from 13 chances. His return game was lethal, though the match tested his resolve: he lost breaks in the opener and couldn’t seal the decider on serve. Clutch play in the tiebreak turned the tide. De Jong, world No. 73, put up…
Forget the outdated notion that HPV is a women’s issue. In a revealing discussion, Dr. Meera Pathak highlights how this pervasive virus threatens men with life-altering diseases, calling for equal vaccination efforts. Over 200 HPV variants exist, many transmitted asymptomatically via intimate contact. Infected individuals often feel fine, unknowingly passing it on and fueling outbreaks. While women face cervical cancer threats, men aren’t spared. Strains responsible for female cancers also drive penile, anal, and head-neck malignancies in males. Even non-cancerous genital warts cause significant hassle and stigma. ‘Vaccinating only girls is a critical oversight,’ asserts Dr. Pathak. Unprotected men remain…
Uttarakhand’s weather department has issued a detailed bulletin signaling an imminent change after two days of calm. Through January 19-20, the state enjoys dry weather with pleasant daylight hours in mountains and valleys alike. Expect crisp sunshine, though biting cold lingers at dawn and dusk. From January 21 to 24, focus shifts to the hills. Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh face light rain on the 21st, with snowflakes dusting peaks over 3,400 meters. Temperatures plummet, amplifying winter’s grip. January 22 mirrors this with scattered light showers and snow above 3,200 meters in those districts. Escalation hits on the 23rd:…
In a shocking escalation of violence, gunshots echoed through Oshiwara’s Nalanda Society in Mumbai, striking homes of a film writer-director and a model. The assailants fled after firing indiscriminately towards the building, leaving behind clear evidence of a targeted hit. The second-floor apartment of Neeraj Kumar Mishra (45), known in writing and directing circles, bore the brunt alongside Prateek Baid’s (29) fourth-floor residence. Bullet holes punctured walls and furniture, but both occupants escaped unharmed—a stroke of sheer luck. Responding within minutes, Oshiwara Police launched a comprehensive probe. ‘Bullets hit specific flats on floors two and four; no casualties reported,’ confirmed…
In a bold move to globalize Gujarat’s development blueprint, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi announced the departure of a state delegation to the prestigious World Economic Forum in Davos. The ‘Viksit Gujarat 2047’ vision takes center stage as the team seeks to lure international investments and job-creating projects. Scheduled from January 19-23, the WEF in Davos-Klosters is the perfect arena for Gujarat to network with industry titans and policymakers. The delegation’s mission: secure commitments in key sectors to fuel youth employment and industrial expansion. Gujarat has long been synonymous with investor confidence, a trend accelerated under CM Bhupendra Patel. Sanghvi…
In a stunning market opener, Bharat Coking Coal Limited’s shares debuted with fireworks on both BSE and NSE, listing at premiums close to 100% over the ₹23 IPO price. BSE saw ₹45.21, a 96.57% surge, while NSE hit ₹45 for 95.65% gains, capping off one of 2026’s hottest IPOs. Bidding wrapped up with a mind-blowing 146.87x oversubscription on ₹1.17 lakh crore in bids, making it the second-most subscribed PSU IPO by ratio and third by value. Institutional heavyweights led the charge, but every investor class piled in, fully booking the issue on launch day as 2026’s inaugural main-board offering. Analysts…