Gold and silver plunged after heavy profit-taking and a stronger US dollar prompted a rapid market correction.
Gold and silver plunged sharply as institutional profit-taking and liquidation of long positions after a rapid rally, coupled with overbought technical conditions and a rebound in the US dollar and Treasuries, triggered a steep correction in both domestic and international spot prices.

Haryana health initiatives target eliminating anaemia and cancer with expanded screening, patient aid, and strengthened facilities.
Haryana's health strategy emphasizes eliminating anaemia and cancer through increased cancer screening, monthly financial assistance of Rs 3,000 for stage 3 and stage 4 cancer patients, free government bus travel for patients and one attendant, and a 50 bed Atal Cancer Care Centre with advanced equipment. Anaemia reduction efforts have lowered prevalence from 59% to 53% and elevated the state's national ranking. The health budget rose from Rs 2,646 crore to Rs 9,942 crore, while recruitment of medical and ayurvedic officers, expanded MRI coverage, district level service enhancements, food safety laboratories, clean street food hubs and Janaushadhi Kendras in all 22 district civil hospitals support implementation.

Illegal Bangladeshi immigrant's bail not cancelled as no misuse of liberty or breach of bail conditions found.
The court refused to cancel bail where there was no evidence of breach of bail conditions or misuse of liberty; possession of multiple identity documents pending verification and the accused's undocumented status were insufficient alone to justify continued custody. The prosecution may renew an application if new facts or evidence arise, and the court observed that prior material recoveries and a filed chargesheet supported the original bail decision.

Raw jute crisis: IJMA seeks central action to curb hoarding, mandate zero holdings and channel stocks to mills to protect jobs.
IJMA urged the West Bengal Labour Minister to seek central intervention to stabilise raw jute supply and prices, citing speculative hoarding that has raised prices and caused production cuts and job losses. Proposed measures include a mandate for traders, dealers and stockists to reduce raw jute holdings to zero by March 31, 2026, a prohibition on raw jute trade from April 1, 2026, and tendering remaining stocks to the Jute Corporation of India at a government prescribed price for allocation to mills based on B Twill orders.

Manipur President's rule nears one year; extension requires a parliamentary resolution if no government is formed soon.
President's rule in Manipur will reach one year on February 13, 2026, with the 60 member assembly under suspended animation following the resignation of the chief minister after prolonged ethnic violence. If no popular government is formed before that milestone, continuation of central rule will require a statutory resolution adopted by both Houses of Parliament in the first part of the budget session. Party numbers and intra party consultations bear on the likelihood of government formation.

India Stonemart 2026 promotes Rajasthan as a global stone hub, emphasizing sustainability, value addition and trade links.
India Stonemart 2026 is positioned to make Rajasthan a global stone hub by promoting value addition through technology and design, showcasing advanced processing machinery and value added products, and facilitating trade and investment via buyer seller meets and international exhibitor participation under the central theme "Stone for Sustainability" emphasizing sustainable mining and zero waste practices.

Rafah crossing reopening: limited pedestrian movement with vetting, EU supervision, initial medical evacuations and returns.
Rafah pedestrian crossing will reopen for limited movement with Israel and Egypt vetting exits and entries, EU border patrol supervision, and screenings in an adjacent corridor under Israeli military control; initial slots prioritise medical evacuees and selected returnees with small daily quotas.

India-EU free trade pact spans one-third of humanity, expands market access and investment opportunities for Indian trade and services.
The India-EU free trade agreement and a series of recent FTAs expand market access and investment commitments, covering a large share of global population and GDP, and aim to integrate India into global value chains. These agreements are presented as instruments to secure critical minerals, attract foreign direct investment for infrastructure and manufacturing, generate employment, and broaden opportunities for Indian goods, services and professional talent, with professional services capacity building highlighted as essential to certify financial integrity and support cross border trade and investment.

NSE IPO: Sebi grants NOC after decade-long stall following settlement approval and regulatory review process
Sebi granted a no-objection certificate allowing the National Stock Exchange to proceed with its long-pending IPO after an internal committee review and an in-principle approval of the exchange's settlement plea in the unfair market access case, addressing earlier governance lapses and the co-location controversy that had previously impeded approval of the 2016 offer for sale.

India-EU free trade agreement may undermine Pakistan's textile and related exports, risking market share and margins.
The India-EU Free Trade Agreement increases Indian exporters' duty free access to the EU, intensifying competition for Pakistan's textile, hosiery and related exports; Pakistan's GSP+ preferences, nearing expiry, may not prevent price undercutting, margin pressure and market share loss. Industry calls for government measures include tax relief, cheaper energy, streamlined export and foreign exchange processes, and enhanced incentives, while authorities engage EU contacts to evaluate impacts.

Foreign direct investment: stronger domestic private investment and removal of high trade tariffs needed to boost inflows.
Strong domestic private sector investment is necessary to attract sustained net foreign direct investment into India; addressing domestic corporate underinvestment and policy uncertainty will enable greater FDI inflows and participation in global supply chains. Concurrently, high tariffs imposed by a major trading partner on labour intensive exports impede market access and risk long term damage to affected industries, while reserve diversification trends reflect uncertainty about traditional reserve assets.

QWEEN partners with Dalziel & Pow to launch experiential jewellery stores focused on discovery-led, mood-based shopping.
QWEEN partnered with Dalziel & Pow for concept and design and Four Dimensions for execution to create 5,000-6,000 sq. ft. experiential jewellery stores in Bangalore and Delhi that reframe retail from transactional, intimidation-driven encounters to invitational, discovery-led environments. The format organises product presentation for mood-based browsing across 3,000+ SKUs and 20+ collections of 100% natural gemstones and diamonds, translating brand philosophy into spatial strategies and operational delivery tailored for the Indian market.

NABARD projects Rs 3.75 lakh crore priority sector credit for Madhya Pradesh, with major allocations to agriculture and MSMEs.
NABARD's State Focus Paper projects Madhya Pradesh's priority sector credit potential at Rs 3,75,384.29 crore for FY 2026 27, allocating Rs 2,08,743.78 crore to agriculture (including Rs 1,79,589.97 crore farm credit, Rs 6,461.67 crore agriculture infrastructure, Rs 22,692.14 crore ancillary activities), Rs 1,46,269.36 crore to MSMEs, and Rs 20,371.15 crore to export credit, education, housing, social infrastructure, renewable energy and other priority areas.

Large-scale battery storage urged ahead of Union Budget 2026 to secure financing and enable round-the-clock renewable power.
Advocacy for fiscal and regulatory measures to support deployment of large-scale battery storage infrastructure alongside renewable projects ahead of the Union Budget 2026, stressing that storage and hybrid solutions are critical for round the clock power. The statement urges policy support to address supply chain bottlenecks, improve access to project financing for large-scale and rooftop solar initiatives, and strengthen workforce development to enhance long term sector competitiveness.

Medallin Sports appointed Official Travel Agent for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, offering official match-and-travel packages.
Medallin Sports was appointed as an Official Travel Agent (OTA) for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 (India and Sri Lanka) and secured OTA rights for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup (UK), authorising it to market and deliver official match and travel packages that include confirmed match tickets, tiered accommodation, international and domestic travel, match day hospitality, and destination add ons, with allocation of limited premium inventory for marquee fixtures.

ICFAI Online MBA and BBA provide flexible, industry-aligned online degrees with scholarships and fully online admissions.
ICFAI Online delivers flexible, industry-aligned Online MBA and BBA programs with a structured curriculum, multimedia learning resources, faculty-led instruction, and both case-based and project-based assessments. The offerings permit asynchronous remote study for working professionals and undergraduates, include merit scholarships and scholarships for Defence, Paramilitary, and Police personnel (and immediate family), and use a fully online admissions process. The programs are presented as provided by a Deemed-to-Be University and aimed at career relevance and recognized credentials.

Geri Care opens its 11th Adyar clinic and skilled nursing centre offering integrated geriatric services and consolidated operations.
Geri Care opened a combined Clinic and 50+ bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Adyar offering an integrated suite of services-senior clinic, assisted living support, memory clinic, post-surgery care, physiotherapy and rehabilitation, post-hospitalisation care, respite care and palliative care-and immediately consolidated operations from its existing Adyar clinic to centralise clinical, nursing and rehabilitation services for improved continuity of care.

Videshi Bahu Season 2 web series returns on STAGE App with 26 episodes and weekly Friday releases.
STAGE App released "Videshi Bahu" Season 2, a 26-episode Haryanvi web series with four episodes at launch and two new episodes every Friday. The season continues the desi-versus-videshi daughter-in-law premise-addressing love, tradition, and rights amid comedic conflicts-credits Mohit Bharti as creator, and is presented by STAGE as a record-breaking, dialect-rooted offering to sustain regional viewer engagement.

Multivitamins promoted as preventive supplements to address lifestyle nutrient gaps and support energy, immunity, and wellness.
The release promotes multivitamin supplementation as a preventive response to lifestyle-related micronutrient gaps, citing a claimed >40% reduction in infection incidence. It describes a 23 nutrient men's formula emphasizing energy metabolism, cardiovascular and cognitive support, stress resilience and musculoskeletal health, and a 21 nutrient women's formula with antioxidant agents and nutrients targeting daily nutrition, bone and metabolic balance, and skin, hair and nail health. Distribution is promotional with an editorial-disclaimer.

The Chanakya Imagine Atelier showcased curated contemporary art and global luxury design in an intimate two-day experiential format.
The Chanakya Imagine Atelier 2026 was a private, two-day gallery-style art and design experience that paired contemporary art galleries with global luxury design and home brands, combining daytime workshops and curated engagements with evening entertainment to create an intimate, participatory environment focused on craftsmanship, curation and experiential luxury for collectors and design-forward audiences.