Thane connectivity visualisation shows AI-mapped transport projects reducing travel times and improving multimodal access for residents.
House of Hiranandani's AI-driven visualisation maps seven upcoming transport corridors using Government-approved data and simulations to show projected reductions in travel times and improved multimodal connectivity for Thane. Presented as a decision-support tool for homebuyers, the film emphasises verified infrastructure overlays-tunnels, metro lines, expressways and airport corridors-and frames these projects within Vision 2030's objectives of integrated mobility and transit-oriented urban development to enhance access to employment, commercial districts and social infrastructure.

Integrated B2B Expo in Bengaluru showcases food, beverage and hospitality supply-chain solutions from Jan 20-22.
An Integrated B2B Expo in Bengaluru from January 20-22 will convene the food, beverage, HoReCa, bakery, processing, packaging and hospitality value chain to facilitate procurement and business growth. It will host exhibitions supported by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries and the Ministry of MSME (PMS Scheme), enable buyer-seller interactions, and offer programming such as a summit, certified skill sessions and live workshops, with over 150 exhibitors and anticipated international participation.

French farmers rally with 350 tractors to protest low incomes and an EU trade deal threatening domestic agriculture.
Farmers drove 350 tractors to the National Assembly to demand immediate measures to protect incomes and food security, protesting that the anticipated EU-Mercosur trade deal will flood markets with cheaper imports and threaten domestic agriculture; although the government opposes the deal, it is expected to be signed with support from other EU members.

Jana Nayagan film faces interim stay on single-judge order directing CBFC to grant censor certificate amid appeal.
A division bench stayed a single-judge order directing the CBFC to grant Jana Nayagan a censor certificate, finding the board had insufficient opportunity to reply after referring the film to a review committee; notice was ordered to the producer and the matter posted for further hearing while an appeal to the Supreme Court was filed.

Japan and South Korea advance cooperation on trade, security and mutual trust amid regional strategic and economic pressures.
Japan and South Korea agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation across trade, defence and diplomatic coordination, prioritizing mutual trust as essential for progress. The summit addressed South Korea's potential accession to the Trans Pacific Partnership conditional on lifting Fukushima-related import restrictions, explored trilateral security cooperation with the United States to respond to North Korea and China, and noted possible humanitarian collaboration on recovery of wartime remains, all set against domestic political considerations in Japan and regional strategic tensions.

Federal Reserve independence is under pressure after a DOJ subpoena and threats against the central bank chair, affecting market confidence.
The Department of Justice subpoenaed the central bank and threatened a criminal indictment over the chair's testimony, prompting concerns about the independence of the central bank and legal limits on investigative measures directed at senior monetary officials. Parallel political pressure for accelerated rate cuts and regulatory interventions underscores the intersection of legal process and executive influence on monetary governance, with implications for market expectations and regulatory discretion.

India EU FTA aims to reduce tariffs and align regulations to expand market access for goods and services.
Negotiations are in their final stage for a FTA between India and the European Union to deliver tariff reduction or elimination, regulatory alignment and expanded market access for goods and services, including sectoral liberalisation for textiles, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, technology and services such as telecommunications and business services. The package is accompanied by an investment protection instrument and an Agreement on Geographical Indications, and responds to prior negotiation obstacles-market access, intellectual property, labour and sustainability standards, data security and public procurement-while aiming to reconfigure bilateral trade, supply chains and investment flows.

Verification of Bangladeshi nationals holding Aadhaar and other IDs is underway; state police will verify and act, citizens must report only.
Verification and enforcement measures were ordered to compile detailed police statistics on Bangladeshi nationals alleged to have obtained Aadhaar and other identity documents; the state will verify claims, identify those who entered illegally, take removals where violations are established, and publish deportation figures while reserving enforcement to police and warning against citizen vigilantism.

Basmati rice exports face payment delays and price drops amid Iran unrest; exporters urged to use secured payment mechanisms.
Civil unrest in Iran has disrupted basmati rice exports by causing payment delays, uncertain shipment schedules and weakened buyer confidence, leading to sharp domestic price declines. The industry body urged exporters to reassess credit exposure, avoid over leveraging Iran bound inventories and adopt secured payment mechanisms to manage payment and liquidity risk, and recommended market diversification to mitigate prolonged Iran related trade disruptions.

GTPL Hathway Ltd reports Q3 FY26 revenue, EBITDA, subscriber metrics and issues a Safe Harbor caution on forward looking statements.
GTPL Hathway Limited reported Q3 FY26 consolidated financials: Total Revenue ?9,382 million, EBITDA ?1,189 million (12.7% margin), Operating EBITDA 23.9%, and Profit After Tax ?111 million; segment and subscriber metrics include 9.40 million active Digital Cable TV subscribers, 1.06 million broadband subscribers, broadband ARPU ?465 and Homepass 5.95 million. The release describes the GTPL Infinity HITS platform and includes a Safe Harbor caution that forward looking statements are subject to risks and may not be updated.

U.S. imposes 25% tariffs on countries trading with Iran amid internet blackouts, mass detentions, and capital-penalty threats.
The United States announced a 25 percent tariff on countries doing business with Iran as an economic response to the protest crackdown, while Iran imposed widespread communication restrictions-internet blackout, suspension of international calls and text messaging-and pursued mass detentions and prosecutorial threats that protesters may be treated as "enemies of God" subject to capital penalties.

Mysore Saree Udyog reengineers online commerce, achieving 8X marketing ROI and doubled transactions with AI-led omnichannel journeys.
Mysore Saree Udyog engaged Netcore Cloud to deploy AI driven, behaviour based omnichannel customer journeys-mapping the customer lifecycle, personalising welcome and re engagement flows, and using add to cart recovery with live product data and selective WhatsApp nudges-to reduce drop offs, double conversions, and improve return on marketing investment while preserving brand heritage.

Wellness industry mainstreams holistic retreats combining ancient traditions, medical-led therapies, personalization and sustainability in 2026 globally.
The article explains the 2026 mainstreaming of holistic wellness through luxury and medical-led retreats that blend traditional healing with advanced diagnostics and lifestyle medicine. Programs are personalised and continuity-focused, addressing transitions such as menopause, stress, and burnout via curated multi-day itineraries using blended modalities (Ayurveda, Tibetan medicine, cryotherapy, hydrotherapy, reflexology), habitat-based therapies, and spiritually grounded practices. Sustainability and place-based approaches (eco-conscious operations, carbon-negative initiatives, and local traditions) are highlighted as market differentiators.

House of Jolly acquires Enrico Cassina and Omporro to bring heritage craftsmanship and refined design to India.
House of Jolly has acquired Enrico Cassina and Omporro as part of a selective global expansion prioritising legacy, craftsmanship, materials and design integrity, integrating Cassina's heritage decorative hardware and Omporro's metalwork detailing into Jolly's portfolio to introduce refined global design language and elevated craftsmanship to the Indian market while reinforcing its comprehensive range of architectural hardware.

PMAY-U 2.0 interest subsidy is available for qualifying housing loans; Sambhav loan applicants may apply through the lender.
PMAY-U 2.0's Interest Subsidy Scheme provides a conditional interest subsidy on qualifying housing loans, subject to the scheme's eligibility framework, verification, preference-category allotment, and loan sanction/disbursement timing. Bajaj Housing Finance Limited's Sambhav Home Loan uses alternative income assessment and simplified documentation for unorganised-segment borrowers; eligible Sambhav applicants may apply for PMAY-U 2.0 benefits through BHFL, which only facilitates applications and does not guarantee subsidy receipt.

Immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota prompts state lawsuit alleging First Amendment violations and clashes with protesters.
State and local officials sued to challenge a DHS deployment of over 2,000 immigration officers in Minnesota, alleging the enforcement surge and specific tactics-such as use of chemical agents and aggressive crowd-control-violate the First Amendment and other constitutional protections by chilling protest and free speech, and seeking restrictions on tactics and limits on the scope of federal operations.

Akasa Air Pune-Bengaluru flight delayed after technical glitch; passengers deplaned and flight rescheduled later.
A Bengaluru-bound Akasa Air flight (QP1312) from Pune experienced a last-minute technical malfunction in the Boeing 737 MAX while passengers were boarded, leading the airline to deplane passengers after they had been seated for about one-and-a-half hours and to reschedule the flight for later the same day.

Tribal families affected by village fire to receive immediate cash relief, new houses, temporary shelter and document assistance.
State leadership ordered immediate cash relief of Rs 25,000 to each affected tribal family, arranged shelter and food until longer term housing is provided, and committed to sanctioning a new house for every family that lost its home. Officials were also directed to run special camps to reissue documents and Aadhaar cards destroyed in the fire and to closely monitor relief disbursement and rehabilitation measures.

Poetry collection Ehsaason ki Dor explores everyday emotions and was recently launched by Reena Yaduvendu.
Reena Yaduvendu's debut poetry collection Ehsaason ki Dor, published by AG Publishing House, explores everyday, often unexpressed emotions through accessible poems rooted in personal and observed experience, emphasizing relationships, responsibilities, inner reflection, and honest expression to foster reader identification.

Tredence launches Agentic Commerce accelerators to enable retailers to orchestrate personalized, agent-driven shopping experiences across omnichannel touchpoints.
Tredence launched Agentic Commerce accelerators-configurable, enterprise-grade agents (customer intelligence, personalized content, contextual search, shopper concierge, customer engagement)-to orchestrate omnichannel personalized shopping journeys, enable real-time personalization, be customized for retailers' enterprise architecture, security and compliance needs, and initially deploy on Google Cloud with cross-platform deployment capability.