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Adani Group plans ₹1.8 trn defence spend to boost military capabilities

Adani Defence & Aerospace in 2025 transitioned from extended planning cycles to rapid deployment with some of its military hardware being used in Operation Sindoor

Obesity drugs to be new growth engine for pharma industry: Sun Pharma

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are drugs that treat type 2 diabetes, high blood sugar, and obesity by regulating insulin production

Lockheed Martin pitches C-130Js as best fit for IAF's airlift requirement

If Lockheed Martin gets the opportunity, then it will set up a mega hub in India to produce the "iconic" aircraft and it will be the first such global facility outside of the US

FinMin asks banks, finance institutions to promptly report vigilance cases

The directive from the Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the ministry follows several instances where adverse information about board-level appointees was not promptly reported

Mobile net services restored in Assam's Karbi Anglong as situation improves

Strict security vigil continued in the districts, along with the deployment of additional security forces in the worst-affected areas, an official said

'Large number of tourists visited Mizoram for Christmas celebrations'

The tourist footfall in this year-end festivities has surged more than ever before, most apparently due to the railway link, which made travel more affordable

Macro data announcements, trading moves likely to drive markets this week

With only a handful of trading sessions left this year, Indian equity markets are expected to remain largely range-bound, albeit with a constructive bias, according to a market analyst

'Isro aims to commission third launch pad at Shriharikota in 4 years'

To move ahead with its plan of placing bigger satellites weighing over 12,000 - 14,000 kg in various orbits in space, Isro requires bigger launch vehicles

Mehbooba Mufti, other leaders under house arrest ahead of students' protest

Mehbooba Mufti, her daughter Iltija Mufti, Srinagar MP Ruhullah Mehdi, PDP leader Waheed Para, and former Srinagar mayor Junaid Mattoo have been placed under house arrest

Indian aviation awaits smoother skies, Air India plane crash report in 2026

While airfare caps became a recurring theme in 2025, airlines continued to bleed with airspace closures and network disruptions

Odisha, Delhi join AB-PMJAY; digital healthcare sees robust growth in 2025

Riding on the government's push for enhanced digital health service, India made major strides towards ensuring specialised healthcare reached the grassroots

2025 year of key milestones for India in security, sports, science: PM Modi

Addressing his monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' address, PM Modi also spoke about Operation Sindoor under which Indian armed forces destroyed terror infrastructure and security bases in Pakistan

Hip fractures among elderly on rise, experts call for safer home settings

Many elderly patients lose independence, requiring long-term care or assistance with daily living, even though proper rehabilitation can help many regain mobility

Mcap of 7 most valued firms declines by ₹35,439 cr, SBI biggest laggard

From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), ICICI Bank, SBI, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) faced erosion from valuation

Foreign investors pull ₹1.6 trn from Indian stocks in record 2025 outflow

Also, rising US bond yields, a stronger dollar and concerns over geopolitical uncertainties tilted global capital towards developed markets, away from emerging markets such as India

CERC mulls moderation in power trading fee to ease electricity prices

The development came as the power regulator moves ahead with market coupling, a reform expected to improve efficiency, deepen liquidity and promote price convergence

GMR, Tamasuk-Bengaluru consortium in race for Saudi's Taif Airport project

The project will be taken up under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model under a Build-Transfer-Operate (BTO) contract for a period of 30 years

PMO directs Coal India to list all subsidiaries by 2030 to boost governance

The move aims to streamline governance, enhance transparency and unlock value through asset monetisation in the coal PSU

Fittr eyes preventive healthcare, plans to set up diagnostic labs: CEO

The firm has earmarked investment of up to ₹15 crore to set up company-owned diagnostic laboratories in five metro cities

Goa braces for nearly 500,000 tourists ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations

Popular beaches are gearing up for grand firework displays, while shacks are transforming into high-energy party zones that will keep buzzing late into the night