SC Orders 30% Women Quota in Punjab-Haryana Bar Council
The Supreme Court directs 30% reservation for women in Punjab and Haryana Bar Council elections, aiming to boost gender diversity in legal bodies.
The Supreme Court directs 30% reservation for women in Punjab and Haryana Bar Council elections, aiming to boost gender diversity in legal bodies.
Sanquelim Municipal Council unanimously passed a resolution to deduct one month's salary from members who skip three consecutive national day celebrations annually.
The British Council will participate in the 49th International Kolkata Book Fair, offering literature, digital resources, and UK study opportunities at its pavilion from January 22 to February 3, 2026.
A new HSBC report predicts that public sector banks in India will exceed the system-wide credit growth rate over the next few years, driven by strong fundamentals and improved performance.
Hundreds of Sonowal Kachari community members protested in Dibrugarh, demanding immediate elections for their autonomous council, which has been without a democratic mandate for 23 months. Read more about their demands.
Uttarakhand High Court directs petitioner to submit evidence against Medical Council chairman within six weeks. Govt must act and report progress. Read the full story.
British Columbia Premier David Eby leads a trade mission to India to boost economic ties in tech, clean energy & more. Key meetings in Mumbai, Chandigarh, and Delhi.
Supreme Court says lawyers contesting Bar Council polls must uphold higher ethical values. Bench made prima facie observation on a Telangana candidate. Read the full story.
HSBC warns silver prices are fundamentally overvalued, forecasting continued volatility into 2026. Key drivers include industrial demand, investment flows, and Fed policy. Read the full analysis.
The Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) will hold its crucial National Council meeting in Mangaluru on January 20-21. The gathering will strategize for upcoming elections and address key national issues. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expresses strong displeasure over local BJP alliances with Congress & AIMIM in civic polls, orders them to be undone. Details inside.
Maharashtra BJP forms post-poll pacts with rivals Congress & AIMIM in civic bodies, defying state leadership. CM Devendra Fadnavis rejects tie-ups, threatens disciplinary action. Details inside.
India's services sector expansion hit an 11-month low in December 2025 as new business growth slowed, HSBC PMI data shows. Job creation stalled, but optimism remains for 2026. Read the full analysis.
The Indian rupee appreciated against the US dollar on Tuesday, ending a four-day losing streak. Key factors include a weaker dollar index, geopolitical tensions, and domestic equity market trends. Read the full analysis.
India's business activity weakened in Dec as HSBC Services PMI hit an 11-month low and Manufacturing PMI a 2-year low. Firms cite inflation & competition. Read analysis.
India's services sector growth moderated in Dec 2025 as demand softened, with the HSBC PMI hitting an 11-month low of 58.0. Business optimism also fell. Read the full analysis.
India's services sector activity moderated in December 2025, with the HSBC PMI falling to 58.0. Growth was the slowest in nearly a year amid softer new business expansion. Read the full analysis.
Over 800 students from 150 Mumbai University colleges are mapping local flora in a major survey. Data will create a real-time biodiversity register for civic authorities. #ClimateAction
On September 1, 1925, Sir Fazl-i-Husain made history as the first Indian Muslim appointed to the Viceroy's Executive Council. Explore this pivotal moment in India's colonial governance and its lasting impact. Read the full story.
Indian equity markets start 2026 strong. This week, focus shifts to key data like HSBC PMI, US jobs figures, and the start of Q3 earnings season with TCS & HCL Tech. Get the full analysis.
India's manufacturing sector growth eased in December 2024, with the HSBC PMI hitting a two-year low of 55.0. Export orders and employment moderated, while business sentiment weakened. Explore the key drivers and implications.
India's manufacturing sector growth slowed in December 2025 as per HSBC PMI, hitting a two-year low due to softer new orders. Read the full analysis of the economic slowdown.
India's manufacturing PMI eased to 55.0 in December, marking the slowest expansion in two years. Despite the slowdown, the sector remains in growth territory with resilient domestic demand.
The 6th Indo-British Heritage Cup in Kolkata blended cricket, inclusive play, and strategic talks on UK-India FTA & heritage. Team UK in India won the trophy. Discover the key insights.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban publicly shames EU allies, accusing them of turning meetings into 'war councils' focused on defeating Russia instead of securing peace. Read the full story.
Saudi Arabia expressed 'disappointment' and warned the UAE over supporting separatists in Yemen. It demands Emirati forces leave within 24 hours. Read the full details.
HSBC's Asia-Pacific outlook identifies India as a strategic long-term market, driven by AI adoption, infrastructure spending, and strong domestic demand. Discover the key drivers.
British Council announces 12 GREAT Scholarships for Indian students for UK postgraduate studies in 2026-27. Get £10,000+ for master's programmes. Apply now!
Saudi Arabia has formally warned the UAE, alleging its involvement with Yemeni separatists. This major rift threatens Gulf unity and the Yemen peace process. Read the full report.
HSBC report forecasts continued weakness for the Indian rupee, trading between 83-85 against the US dollar until 2026. Key factors include US Fed policy and RBI's strategic management.