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Cut imports, boost exports to become 3rd-largest economy: Gadkari
The road transport and highways minister noted that the use of bio-bitumen, a petroleum-free component, in road construction is a transformative step towards the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047
 "Cut imports, boost exports to become 3rd-largest economy: Gadkari")
Gold eases as traders review US-Venezuela situation, dollar rises
Spot gold dropped 0.8 per cent to $4,461.51 per ounce, as of 1001 GMT, after briefly touching a more than one-week high earlier in the session
 "Gold eases as traders review US-Venezuela situation, dollar rises")
Saudi-led coalition strikes south Yemen; ousted separatist leader flees
Hours after the airstrikes, Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) issued a decree removing al-Zubaidi from its membership
 "Saudi-led coalition strikes south Yemen; ousted separatist leader flees")
Over 80% of mutual funds erode 25% of regular-plan investor wealth: Report
Ten-year data shows commissions matter more than most investors realise
 "Over 80% of mutual funds erode 25% of regular-plan investor wealth: Report")
Tech Wrap Jan 7: Motorola Razr Fold, Meta Ray-Ban display glasses, WhatsApp
Motorola launched Razr Fold. Meta Ray-Ban display glasses update. WhatsApp parental control features. Lenovo, ASUS, Acer at CES 2026. Noise Master Buds 2
 "Tech Wrap Jan 7: Motorola Razr Fold, Meta Ray-Ban display glasses, WhatsApp")
Govt seeks airfare data as CCI probes IndiGo over December flight chaos
The government has asked airlines to share average fares charged during December after mass flight cancellations, mainly by IndiGo, disrupted travel and triggered a CCI probe into fare patterns
 "Govt seeks airfare data as CCI probes IndiGo over December flight chaos")
Ed-tech firm LEAD Group targets partnering with 1,200 schools in 2026
With nearly 8,500 schools already on board, LEAD Group is planning its next growth phase ahead of a proposed FY28 IPO
 "Ed-tech firm LEAD Group targets partnering with 1,200 schools in 2026")
Glass, copper, steel or plastic: Which bottle to pick for daily hydration?
Each bottle material comes with its own pros and cons, from durability to potential health risks. Understanding these differences can help you make a smarter choice
 "Glass, copper, steel or plastic: Which bottle to pick for daily hydration?")
US adds Venezuela, 24 other countries to $15,000 visa bond requirement
Visitors from 25 newly added countries may need to post bonds of up to $15,000 for B1/B2 visas under a Trump-era pilot scheme
 "US adds Venezuela, 24 other countries to $15,000 visa bond requirement")
US Embassy warns Indian students of breaking laws, says visa is a privilege
Last year, the US Embassy also cautioned citizens against remaining in America beyond their authorised stay, saying violators risk deportation and a lifelong entry ban
 "US Embassy warns Indian students of breaking laws, says visa is a privilege")
Noise Master Buds 2 with Sound by Bose unveiled at CES 2026: Check details
Unveiled at CES 2026, the Master Buds 2 become the third product in Noise's Master Series, joining the original Master Buds and Master Buds Max, with audio tuning by Bose
 "Noise Master Buds 2 with Sound by Bose unveiled at CES 2026: Check details")
India's economy to grow 7.4% in FY26, first advance estimates show
The projection formed part of India's first advance estimate of gross domestic product (GDP), which is subject to revisions as data coverage improves
 "India's economy to grow 7.4% in FY26, first advance estimates show")
Market radar: November 21, 2025 to December 22, 2025
The Business Standard Defence Index is designed to track the performance of 25 key defence stocks
 "Market radar: November 21, 2025 to December 22, 2025")
Jemimah Rodrigues joins Tvarra as investor partner to empower women riders
Tvarra was established by Alpana Parida to solve a long-standing problem in India's two-wheeler safety space.
 "Jemimah Rodrigues joins Tvarra as investor partner to empower women riders")
OnePlus 13S successor in the works with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: Report
OnePlus is reportedly working on the OnePlus 15T, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. The smartphone will likely be the successor to the OnePlus 13S
 "OnePlus 13S successor in the works with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: Report")
US O-1 visa: How digital creators qualify for America's 'genius visa'
From online reach to earnings data, immigration lawyers say the creator economy is reshaping how the O-1 visa is assessed
 "US O-1 visa: How digital creators qualify for America's 'genius visa'")
Not all Chromebooks will get Google's Android-based PC OS update: Report
Google has reportedly confirmed that ChromeOS won't be discontinued, though not all Chromebooks will upgrade to its upcoming Android for PC OS due to hardware limitations
 "Not all Chromebooks will get Google's Android-based PC OS update: Report")
Hospitality sector needs reforms, infra status to drive growth: HAI
Kachru, who is also Chairman, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group, urged "policymakers to prioritise sector-specific reforms to drive growth and resilience in the hospitality sector"
 "Hospitality sector needs reforms, infra status to drive growth: HAI")
Israel's Netanyahu calls PM Modi, briefs him on status of Gaza peace plan
Modi and Netanyahu also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest and agreed to remain in touch
 "Israel's Netanyahu calls PM Modi, briefs him on status of Gaza peace plan")
WhatsApp could soon let parents manage kids' secondary accounts: Details
WhatsApp is developing parental controls for secondary accounts, allowing parents to manage privacy settings and limit messaging features for younger users while keeping chats private
 "WhatsApp could soon let parents manage kids' secondary accounts: Details")