Air India to operate a new B787-9 with sliding privacy doors fixed open and 18 economy seats blocked pending certification.
Pending regulatory approvals limit operations of a new Boeing 787-9: business-class sliding privacy doors will remain fixed open and unavailable until FAA approval, and 18 specified economy seats are physically blocked from sale and use pending full certification; the seat model is otherwise certified but a regulatory interpretation affects those specific seats, and these limitations apply only to the new B787-9 fitout, not to retrofitted B787-8 aircraft whose certifications are complete.

Supervity AI launches AI GCC hub to transition GCCs to AI-first operations using governed multi-agent systems.
An agreement creates an AI GCC hub as an applied R&D and innovation centre to help enterprises convert traditional shared-service centres into AI-first operations by designing, testing, deploying, and scaling proprietary multi-agent AI employees across core functions, with task execution governed by human-defined policies to deliver operational resilience and enterprise-grade auditability.

Land allotment for MSMEs in Uttar Pradesh with option-based allocation and concessional regional rates.
The Uttar Pradesh government will allocate land for MSMEs in about 14 districts through an option-based allocation mechanism with tiered concessional pricing (Rs 2,500/sq m base; Rs 2,000/sq m for Purvanchal and Bundelkhand after 25% rebate; Rs 2,500 in Madhyanchal; Rs 3,000 in Pashchimanchal). Industrial parks of 100 acres will be established in each of the state's 75 districts, housing departmental offices for employment and industry, alongside initiatives like ODOP, planned ODOC, and bank-supported financing for entrepreneurs.

WEF meeting warned of geopolitical and economic risks while promoting India and urging AI oversight and investment accountability.
The Forum highlighted systemic risks-geopolitical conflict, protectionism, sovereign debt and declining institutional trust-that hinder coordinated policy responses. Multiple investment announcements and trade initiatives at the meeting raise issues about converting memoranda of understanding into enforceable agreements and the transparency of state-led promotion. AI risks and labour-market disruption prompted calls for oversight frameworks, and the Forum committed to regional convenings to advance policy coordination on trade, investment and technology governance.

IndiGo vacated 717 domestic airport slots after DGCA reduced its winter schedule; ministry invites airlines to apply for redistribution.
DGCA reduced IndiGo's winter domestic schedule by 10 percent after major disruptions, causing the airline to vacate 717 airport slots; the ministry's redistribution committee invited other carriers to request those slots subject to conditions and airport operator approval, while DGCA imposed fines and a bank guarantee requirement and identified crew, preparedness, systems, and control shortcomings as root causes.

India's exports to the EU: suspension of GSP duty benefits affects 2.66% of exports for the 2026-2028 period.
The European Commission's regulation suspends specific tariff preferences under the EU Generalised System of Preferences for 2026-2028, entered into force 1 January 2026; agricultural lines remain eligible, leather is reinstated, and thirteen non agricultural sections are suspended as part of the EU's graduation process tied to export competitiveness, resulting in 1.66 billion graduating out of GSP and leaving 11.24 billion eligible under the GSP (2023 data), affecting about 2.66% of India's exports to the EU.

Maharashtra Sadan money laundering: court found no subsisting predicate offence, making PMLA prosecution unsustainable for accused.
The special court held that PMLA prosecution is unsustainable absent a subsisting predicate offence and corresponding proceeds of crime; with discharge orders in the underlying corruption and cheating matters and release of attached properties having attained finality, PMLA proceedings against those discharged cannot continue, while cases where discharge orders are under challenge or not sought remain unaffected.

AI framework to mobilise infrastructure, talent and governance to unlock USD 550bn across five sectors by 2035.
PwC India proposes an AI framework to mobilise investment in digital infrastructure, talent and governance to unlock USD 550 billion by 2035 across agriculture, education, energy, healthcare and manufacturing, with sectoral modelling attributing significant percentage growth to AI and recommending aligned public-private action and accountability measures for equitable deployment.

Indian food at Davos drew large crowds via corporate stalls, a food truck and a charitable khichdi distribution.
Indian cuisine was widely available at the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos through corporate lounges, the India Pavilion, a commercial Indian food truck, and a charitable stall offering free khichdi, collectively providing teas, snacks, main dishes and attracting both Indian and international attendees.

RBI liquidity injection measures: Rs2 lakh crore via VRR, USD/INR swap and OMO bond purchases scheduled late Jan-Feb 2026.
The Reserve Bank will inject over Rs 2 lakh crore via a 90 day Variable Rate Repo of Rs 25,000 crore, a USD/INR buy sell swap auction of USD 10 billion (three year tenor, ~Rs 91,000 crore), and government bond purchases under the open market operations route aggregating Rs 1,00,000 crore to be executed in two tranches of Rs 50,000 crore.

Maritime security is central to India's development; the Navy must keep sea lanes open for trade, energy, and data.
Maritime security is central to Viksit Bharat@2047, with the Indian Navy tasked as the primary instrument to keep sea routes open and secure since about 95% of India's trade and 90% of global EXIM trade move by sea. Disruptions to sea lanes cause significant economic and energy vulnerabilities, and undersea cables and offshore energy are critical infrastructure. The Navy's roles encompass deterrence, humanitarian assistance, and readiness for warfighting, while integrating AI and cyber capabilities; ongoing operational commitments include Operation Sindoor.

Kerala secures Rs 1.18 lakh crore in LoIs at WEF, targeting medtech, renewable energy and data centres.
Kerala executed letters of intent totalling Rs 1.18 lakh crore with 27 foreign companies at the WEF, covering medtech, renewable energy, data centres and emerging technologies; officials will be assigned for follow-up and the state cited its ESG policy as an investment incentive.

Gold and silver prices surged sharply amid global factors, with no legal or regulatory issues noted.
Precious metals prices rebounded sharply-gold to Rs 1,58,700/10g and silver to Rs 3,29,500/kg-driven by buying, global strength, dollar weakness, geopolitical risk, investment demand, short squeezes and export controls; the text contains no statutory, regulatory, compliance, or enforcement references.

US stock market drifts lower as Intel's forecast miss and tariff threats spur investor volatility ahead of earnings.
US markets fell as Intel's 14.7% drop on a disappointing near-term forecast and industry supply shortages weighed on equities; mixed corporate earnings (weaker results at Capital One and CSX, stronger performance and a dividend increase at SLB) also influenced sentiment. Tariff threats briefly prompted selling of US assets, higher Treasury yields and a softer dollar before being rescinded, while elevated safe-haven flows lifted gold and central bank moves, including the Bank of Japan's rate adjustments, affected global rates.

Rupee hits record low, settles at 91.90/USD amid foreign outflows, dollar strength and higher oil-RBI intervention could support.
The rupee hit an intraday record low of 92.00 and settled at 91.90 against the US dollar due to foreign capital outflows, risk off global sentiment, stronger US yields and higher crude, with analysts warning of continued negative bias, potential breach of 92, and noting possible support from a weaker dollar or Reserve Bank intervention.

India-EU summit will announce a free trade agreement, a strategic defence partnership, and a mobility framework to deepen cooperation.
The summit will formalise a free trade agreement, a strategic defence partnership framework, and a mobility framework for Indian students, researchers, workers and highly skilled professionals. Complementary measures will boost investment and cooperation in supply chains such as clean hydrogen, solar equipment, machinery and manufacturing, and advance defence industrial collaboration. These deliverables are framed to strengthen a rules-based international order, address geopolitical challenges including the implications of Russia's war against Ukraine, and explore the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor and broader connectivity initiatives to enhance integration and supply chain resilience.

Haryana to establish Smart Agriculture and Smart Industrial Zones and expand worker housing, infrastructure, and incubation centres.
Haryana will create one Smart Agriculture Zone and one Smart Industrial Zone with specialised facilities, develop 10 new Industrial Model Townships, strengthen civic infrastructure in older industrial areas, and prepare comprehensive worker housing plans. A portal to regularise unauthorised factory colonies is enabling registration and scheme access. Control of industrial plots has been transferred to the state industrial development corporation to streamline approvals, and land for ESIC hospitals/dispensaries will be allotted at 75% concessional rates. Incubation centres for AI, Quantum Computing, and EV/Automotive sectors are being established.

Bank employees strike on Jan 27 to press for a five-day work week, risking multi-day public sector disruption.
UFBU-served conciliation with the Chief Labour Commissioner, IBA, banks and DFS failed to resolve UFBU's demand for a five-day work week; UFBU has therefore notified a nationwide strike on January 27, which combined with adjacent holidays may disrupt public sector banking services, while UFBU proposes compensating by adding 40 minutes of work Monday-Friday.

Tizu-Zungki river declared National Waterway-101 to boost inland transport, India-Myanmar connectivity and regional trade integration.
The central government declared the Tizu-Zungki river as National Waterway-101 to expand inland water transport and regional connectivity, noting its strategic proximity to the India-Myanmar border and potential to boost trade and exports. Nagaland officials requested comprehensive development of state waterbodies and urged the Inland Waterways Authority of India to implement the project, and proposed extending inland waterways from Lakhimpur (Assam) to Nagaland via the Barak river to integrate the state into the national waterways network.

Pre-budget consultations for Jammu and Kashmir Budget 2026-27 gather stakeholder input to shape a people-friendly budget.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired pre-Budget consultations for the Jammu and Kashmir Budget 2026-27 with ministers, officials and sectoral stakeholders to gather suggestions intended to inform policy choices and resource allocation. The process, described as an annual mechanism to address economic challenges and foster inclusive growth, will see participants' inputs examined and, where feasible, incorporated into the Budget 2026-27 to produce a people-friendly and pragmatic budget framework.