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Trump orders $200 bn mortgage bond purchase to boost housing affordability

US President Donald Trump says Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will use $200 billion in cash to buy mortgage bonds, a move he claims will lower mortgage rates and make home ownership more affordable

Trump orders $200 bn mortgage bond purchase to boost housing affordability
Updated On : 09 Jan 2026 | 7:29 AM IST

Sudden showers intensify cold wave in Delhi-NCR; heavy rain alert for South

Contrasting weather patterns prevailed across India on January 9, with dense fog and cold wave conditions in the north, while an intensifying deep depression threatens heavy rain in the south

Sudden showers intensify cold wave in Delhi-NCR; heavy rain alert for South
Updated On : 09 Jan 2026 | 7:23 AM IST

US court orders Zoho's Sridhar Vembu to post $1.7 bn bond in divorce case

A US court has ordered Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu to post a $1.7 billion bond in his divorce case and halted a restructuring to protect his ex-wife's asset rights

US court orders Zoho's Sridhar Vembu to post $1.7 bn bond in divorce case
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 10:24 PM IST

ED moves Calcutta HC as Mamata arrives at I-PAC official's home during raid

In a statement issued later in the day, the ED alleged that its proceedings were disrupted after the chief minister arrived at the residence along with a large number of police officials

ED moves Calcutta HC as Mamata arrives at I-PAC official's home during raid
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 7:31 PM IST

US will run Venezuela, rebuild it very profitable way, says Donald Trump

According to the NYT, Trump, during the interview, did not provide any indication of when elections would be held in Venezuela

US will run Venezuela, rebuild it very profitable way, says Donald Trump
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 6:31 PM IST

Why chia and flax seeds deserve a regular spot on your daily plate

From heart health to gut balance, experts explain how chia and flax seeds support wellness, and why they work best as part of a balanced diet

Why chia and flax seeds deserve a regular spot on your daily plate
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 5:12 PM IST

Why Pak minister believes cash-strapped nation won't need IMF in 6 months

Pakistan has depended on IMF loans for many years to manage its economy, repay debts and support foreign exchange reserves

Why Pak minister believes cash-strapped nation won't need IMF in 6 months
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 5:00 PM IST

Can listening to music help your brain work better? Psychiatrist explains

Many of us work and study with music playing in the background. A doctor explains whether it truly sharpens the brain or mainly lifts mood, motivation and emotional state

Can listening to music help your brain work better? Psychiatrist explains
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 4:57 PM IST

'Umar Khalid not my guru, never spoke to him at JNU': Sharjeel Imam

The hearing comes days after Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid were denied bail by the Supreme Court in the 2020 Delhi riots case

'Umar Khalid not my guru, never spoke to him at JNU': Sharjeel Imam
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 4:55 PM IST

Iran crisis deepens as protests spread to over 100 cities; thousands held

Protests over Iran's worsening economy have spread to more than 100 cities, leaving dozens dead and over 2,000 arrested as inflation surges and the rial hits record lows

Iran crisis deepens as protests spread to over 100 cities; thousands held
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 4:39 PM IST

Why cervical cancer screening should be every woman's 2026 resolution

With better tests, easier access, and global elimination targets in place, experts say routine cervical cancer screening should top every woman's health resolutions in 2026

Why cervical cancer screening should be every woman's 2026 resolution
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 4:28 PM IST

Jobs of the future: These 10 roles set to grow despite rapid AI adoption

84 per cent of professionals in India feel unprepared to find a new job, even as 72 per cent say they are actively searching for a new role in 2026

Jobs of the future: These 10 roles set to grow despite rapid AI adoption
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 4:19 PM IST

India's taxpayers move beyond salary as multi-income filings surge: Report

Tax filings reveal a growing shift towards multi-income earners

India's taxpayers move beyond salary as multi-income filings surge: Report
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 3:44 PM IST

Studying abroad? BookMyForex offers same-day international fee transfers

The MakeMyTrip Group firm says funds can reach universities in as little as six hours, easing pressure from tight overseas fee deadlines

Studying abroad? BookMyForex offers same-day international fee transfers
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 3:18 PM IST

'Dogs attack when they sense fear': SC raises alarm over stray dog attacks

The Supreme Court flagged rising stray dog attacks, saying dogs can sense fear and attack, adding that even pet dogs may behave the same and asked authorities to act on safety

'Dogs attack when they sense fear': SC raises alarm over stray dog attacks
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 2:52 PM IST

Delhi HC issues notice on plea seeking stricter e-rickshaw regulation

The Delhi High Court issued notice to the Delhi government on a PIL seeking strict enforcement of e-rickshaw rules, a cap on registrations and action against unsafe vehicles operating in the capital

Delhi HC issues notice on plea seeking stricter e-rickshaw regulation
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 2:46 PM IST

Stopping Ozempic or Mounjaro? The weight may come back faster than you think

New research shows people regain weight far faster after stopping obesity drugs than after dieting, with benefits fading quickly and raising questions about how long GLP-1 medicines need to be taken

Stopping Ozempic or Mounjaro? The weight may come back faster than you think
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 2:39 PM IST

Wife's earning capacity can't be assumed for interim maintenance: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court said interim maintenance cannot be denied on assumptions about a wife's income without proof, enhancing a woman's monthly allowance from ₹2,500 to ₹3,500

Wife's earning capacity can't be assumed for interim maintenance: Delhi HC
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 2:35 PM IST

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health, but it won't diagnose or treat you

ChatGPT Health introduces a dedicated space for health queries, allowing users to link medical records and fitness apps, even as OpenAI warns it is not a substitute for medical care

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health, but it won't diagnose or treat you
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 2:31 PM IST

China asks tech companies to halt orders for Nvidia H200 AI chips

Beijing is worried that Chinese companies may rush to stockpile US chips before the government makes a final decision

China asks tech companies to halt orders for Nvidia H200 AI chips
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 2:20 PM IST