As India enters 2026, it faces critical tests in trade talks with the US, volatile neighbours, and balancing great-power ties. This analysis explores Delhi's strategic choices in a fractured world.
After a turbulent 2025 marked by conflict and trade wars, India enters 2026 with crucial choices on Pakistan, US ties under Trump, and key summits. Explore the high-stakes diplomatic roadmap ahead.
A comprehensive look at the biggest smartphone launches in India for 2025, featuring Samsung, Apple, Google, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and more. Discover the flagships and budget kings that defined the year.
The Alpine Top School in Ratia, Fatehabad, has been ordered to close by the education department, leaving 200 students in uncertainty. Discover the reasons and what's next for the affected families.
A look back at India's 2025: navigating US tariffs, sealing key trade pacts, expanding in West Asia, and facing military confrontation with Pakistan. Explore the year's diplomatic highs and lows.
Alpine SG Pipers, led by Fabiano Caruana, clinched the Global Chess League title in Mumbai, defeating Triveni Continental Kings 4-0. Key performances came from Anish Giri, R Praggnanandhaa, and Leon Luke Mendonca. Read the full report.
Anurag Dwivedi, a YouTuber facing ED charges for illegal betting links, flies 130 guests to Dubai for a cruise wedding. Details of the Rs 20 crore probe and extravagant celebrations revealed. Read the full investigation.
GCL Alpine SG Pipers clinch the championship title with a 6-3 victory over Triveni Continental Kings. PBG Alaskan Knights secure third place. Get all the thrilling details from the final showdown!
Alpine SG Pipers clinch the Global Chess League Season 3 crown. R Praggnanandhaa, Fabiano Caruana & team celebrate with champagne at Mumbai's Royal Opera House before heading to Qatar for World Rapid & Blitz. Read more.
Hubballi's Unkal Lake sheds its weed-infested past, now offering water sports & new facilities. With a zipline, sky cycling & more planned by Jan 2026, it's becoming a full-day tourist spot. Explore the transformation!
Thailand dethrones UAE as the most booked international destination for Indian travellers in 2025. Discover the reasons behind this shift and the top 5 Thai cities to visit.
The remote village of Anini in Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh, has been awarded India's Best Emerging Adventure Destination. Discover how community-led sustainable tourism is putting this gem on the map.
India is actively reshaping its trade policy with new FTAs. Explore the signed deals, ongoing talks, and the strategic impact on exports and the economy. Read more.
Anini village in Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh, is awarded India's Best Emerging Adventure Destination. Discover how this remote gem champions sustainable tourism.
Three-time world champion Hou Yifan wins both games with black pieces, leading Alpine SG Pipers to two crucial victories. Defending champions Triveni Continental Kings seal final berth. Read the dramatic penultimate day report.
Forget the cold! Discover why Mumbai's unique winter season offers the perfect blend of comfort, activity, and savings for tourists and future residents alike. Plan your visit now!
Discover Gulmarg, a stunning Indian destination in Kashmir that rivals Switzerland and Austria with its alpine meadows, world's highest gondola, and year-round adventures. Find out why it's a must-visit.
Mandla district administration imposes a temporary ban on loud music, DJs, and fireworks around Kanha Tiger Reserve from Dec 18 to Jan 5 to protect wildlife. Learn the details and reasons behind this crucial order.
Mercedes F1 star George Russell holidays in the Alps with girlfriend Carmen Montero Mundt, sparking engagement rumours. The driver finished 4th in the 2025 championship.
India and Oman have unveiled a comprehensive joint vision document to enhance cooperation in trade, energy, maritime security, and people-to-people ties. Explore the key agreements shaping this strategic partnership.
The US Embassy in India highlights VP nominee JD Vance's praise for bilateral ties, calling India a friend. Explore the strategic importance and future of India-US relations.
Alpine SG Pipers secure a crucial 9-7 victory against American Gambits in the Global Chess League. Key wins by Arjun Erigaisi and Teimour Radjabov seal the deal. Read the full match analysis.
R Praggnanandhaa, Anish Giri, and Fabiano Caruana navigate a unique dynamic as Alpine SG Pipers teammates in the Global Chess League, knowing they will be fierce rivals at the 2025 Candidates Tournament. Discover their poker-like mind games.
Massive discovery of dinosaur footprints, likely from Plateosaurs, found on Alpine cliffs near a Winter Olympics site. The 200-million-year-old prints reveal ancient herds. Read more!
India has become the world's number one destination for wild animals, with a remarkable 75% of its land now a haven for wildlife. Discover the conservation efforts behind this success. Read more!
Eight years on, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's covert Italy wedding remains the blueprint for privacy and personal choice, sparking a generational shift in Indian wedding planning.
Senior US State Department official Allison Hooker and trade negotiators arrive in India to strengthen economic ties, discuss tariffs, and foster AI and space collaboration. Key meetings scheduled in New Delhi and Bengaluru.
Massive flight cancellations by IndiGo have led to a sudden, unprecedented demand for charter jets, especially for weddings and stranded travelers. Discover the costs and chaos.
India and Russia deepen strategic ties, signing agreements in trade, energy, and tech, aiming for $100 billion trade by 2030. Can this offset US tariff pressures?
Anna Haakenson's viral Instagram post details 9 cultural contrasts between India and the US after a 2.5-month family trip. Discover the insights sparking global discussion.