BSE, NSE shut Dec 25 for Christmas; 2026 holiday list released
Indian stock exchanges will remain closed on December 25 for Christmas. The NSE has also released its 2026 holiday calendar, detailing 15 market closures. Plan your trading accordingly.
Indian stock exchanges will remain closed on December 25 for Christmas. The NSE has also released its 2026 holiday calendar, detailing 15 market closures. Plan your trading accordingly.
The US Embassy in New Delhi and its consulates across India will be closed from December 24 to 26 for the Christmas holidays. Plan your visa and consular services accordingly.
Lucknow district administration orders closure of all pre-primary schools until Dec 27 and revised timings for classes 1-8 from Dec 24 due to severe cold and fog. Read the official directive.
Banks in Nagaland are closed today, December 23, 2025, for a state holiday. Check the city-wise list and see which digital banking services remain available for customers.
Planning last-minute shopping on Christmas Day? Check which major US retailers like Walmart, Target are closed and which stores like 7-Eleven, Sheetz remain open. Verify timings before you head out.
A group of women bikers from Bengaluru, including an elderly mother-daughter duo, braved extreme conditions to reach the high-altitude Nathula Pass. Their inspiring journey, documented in a viral video, redefines adventure and age. Watch their story here.
A cold wave sweeps Himachal Pradesh as high-altitude areas receive snowfall. Tourists flock to Shinku La and Rohtang Pass despite road closures. Read more about the weather conditions and temperatures.
Heavy snowfall has blocked the Mughal Road and Sinthan Pass, crucial alternative routes to Kashmir Valley. Authorities are working to restore connectivity. Read the latest updates.
Manali faces severe traffic gridlock as thousands escape Delhi's pollution. Over 1,000 vehicles enter daily, causing jams. Officials scramble for a plan as tourist rush peaks for Christmas.
IIT Kharagpur introduces a BTech pass degree for students scoring CGPA 5-6, reducing stress. First batch to benefit graduates in 2027. Read more about this landmark decision.
A list of states where schools are closed due to smog, cold wave, and holidays. Check the latest updates on revised timings and winter vacations across India.
Trichy International Airport launches biometric gates for staff entry, using retina & fingerprint scans. This automation enhances security, speeds up access, and addresses CISF personnel shortage. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh experiences light snowfall on high mountain passes, leading to a temperature drop. IMD forecasts more snow on Dec 20-21. Dharamshala recorded its warmest December day. Read for details on weather alerts and forecasts.
As Delhi's AQI remains 'very poor', a viral video shows endless traffic at Himachal's Rohtang Pass. Experts warn of ecological damage and safety risks from unregulated tourist rush. Read more.
Bareilly and Delhi order school closures up to Class 8 and 5 respectively from Dec 18-20. Officials issue travel advisory amid freezing temps and poor visibility. Get state-wise updates.
India has temporarily closed its visa application centers in Dhaka and Sylhet, Bangladesh, due to the security situation. Operations have shifted to the High Commission. Learn more.
All schools in Bareilly for classes 1 to 8 are closed until December 20 due to severe cold and dense fog. District administration issues strict order, prioritising student safety.
Kerala High Court prohibits police & unauthorised entry into Sabarimala's bhandaram, orders daily pilgrim cap of 5,000. Read the full court directives.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a Multi-Lane Free Flow toll system by 2026-end. It will read number plates at 80 kmph, saving fuel and boosting revenue. Read more about India's highway revolution.
A viral video reveals massive traffic at Rohtang Pass, Himachal, as Delhi residents flee toxic air. Netizens debate unregulated tourism's impact on fragile mountain ecosystems. Read more.
NGO Shivalik Vikas Manch submits memo to NHAI over Chandimandir toll plaza issues. New operator cuts local passes, ends online payments, causing traffic jams. Details inside.
As Delhi's AQI hits 380, residents flee to hills, causing massive traffic jams at Rohtang Pass. Viral video sparks debate on over-tourism and ecological damage in Himachal Pradesh.
All schools in Delhi-NCR are closed on December 16 & 17 due to severe air quality. The CAQM invoked Stage IV of GRAP. Check official orders and health advisories here.
Explore the sharp social and political commentary in Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon 'This Too Shall Pass'. A visual take on current Indian affairs.
Microsoft unveils the full Xbox Game Pass December 2025 lineup, featuring Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Mortal Kombat 1, and new perks. See all arrivals and departures.
Xbox Game Pass December 2024 lineup features Mortal Kombat 1, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and over a dozen new games. Get details on releases, leaving titles, and the service's update schedule shift.
Deccan Herald's poignant cartoon, 'This Too Shall Pass,' delivers a powerful message of resilience and hope, reminding us that difficult phases are temporary. Discover its significance today.
Himachal Pradesh Cooperative Revenue Agency (HPCRA) announces Patwari recruitment for 530 posts. 12th pass candidates with HP domicile can apply online by January 16, 2026. Check eligibility & apply now!
Bharathidasan University's canteen remains non-functional for six months, forcing students to cross a dangerous road for food. Read about the stalled committee proposals and the collector's SHG plan.
National Highway-12 in Murshidabad was closed for three hours as thousands gathered for a suspended TMC MLA's 'Babri Masjid-styled' mosque foundation. Police were on high alert. Details inside.