Category: India

By Dr Atul Malikram, Political Strategist If contemporary Indian politics were to be explained in a single phrase, it would be “Modi Magic.” This term goes beyond mere electoral popularity and captures the profound emotional, social, and political transformation that India’s electorate has experienced over the past decade. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has redefined the relationship between leadership, politics, and the people, giving Indian democratic behaviour a new direction. Modi’s popularity is not the outcome of a single election victory or one welfare scheme. It is the result of years…

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New Delhi | Union Bank of India on Wednesday reported a robust financial performance for the third quarter of the financial year 2025–26, posting a net profit of ₹5,017 crore, marking a year-on-year growth of 18.07 per cent. The bank’s Board of Directors approved the financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. According to the bank’s financial statement, interest income for the quarter rose to ₹26,443 crore, registering a growth of 5.85 per cent compared to the corresponding period last year, reflecting steady expansion in lending activities. Union Bank’s…

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Davos: Global beauty major L’Oréal has announced the launch of its first-ever Global Tech Hub in Hyderabad, marking a major milestone in the integration of beauty and advanced technology. The announcement was made at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos following a high-level meeting between L’Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus and senior representatives of the Telangana government. The proposed facility will be the world’s first dedicated “Beauty Tech Hub,” combining artificial intelligence, data engineering and digital innovation to transform beauty products and services. The project will see an investment of…

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Kolkata: West Bengal’s politics is currently passing through a critical phase where power, conflict, law and public sentiment appear to be colliding with one another. This confrontation is not merely a political battle for supremacy between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Trinamool Congress (TMC), but a broader test of governance style, democratic norms and the development vision that will shape Bengal’s political future. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who for years successfully countered the BJP with the slogan “Khela Hobe”, now faces a far more complex and multi-dimensional challenge.…

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC)  honoured its best-performing employees for December 2025 with the ‘Employee of the Month’ award at its administrative headquarters in Gomti Nagar. The awards were presented by Managing Director Sushil Kumar, who lauded the employees for their dedication, integrity and professionalism. For the month of December, woman security guard Reena Dwivedi was specially honoured for her exemplary honesty in safely returning a passenger’s lost purse. The incident occurred on December 18, 2025, at around 10:30 am at CCS Airport Metro Station, where a…

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Lucknow: The eighth day of Uttarayani Kauthig 2026 witnessed a vibrant celebration of folk culture, with the Kauthig premises resonating with the colours, rhythms and traditions of Uttarakhand. Renowned folk singer Chandraprakash, who arrived from Uttarakhand, enthralled the audience with soulful renditions of popular folk songs, earning thunderous applause from spectators. Sharing details of the event, Mahendra Singh Rawat, General Secretary of the Parvatiya Mahaparishad, said that Chandraprakash has been enriching folk culture for the past thirteen years through his consistent performances after gaining recognition from the Kauthig मंच. As…

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Delhi: Kasturi Metal Composite Limited (KMCL), a manufacturer and provider of engineered steel fibers and industrial flooring solutions, has fixed the price band at ₹61-64 per equity share for its proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO). The IPO is slated to open on January 27, 2026, and will conclude on January 29, 2026. The anchor portion will open on January 23, 2026. The IPO is a fresh issue of 27.52 lakh equity shares with a face value of Rs 10 each through the book-building route. At the upper end of the…

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New Delhi: Škoda Auto India has unveiled the new Kushaq, strengthening its promise of making European technology accessible for Indian customers. Branded as #EasytoLove, the updated Kushaq introduces segment-first features, enhanced safety, modern design elements and a wider choice of “real automatic” transmissions, making it more appealing for Indian road conditions. Built under Škoda’s India 2.0 strategy, the Kushaq was the brand’s first locally developed SUV and has played a key role in accelerating its growth in the country. The new version carries forward this legacy with a refreshed Modern…

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New Delhi: An opinion article by senior commentator Sanjay Saxena has reignited debate over the continued media focus on Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, questioning whether this attention reflects genuine political relevance or a misplaced obsession of mainstream media. The article argues that despite repeated electoral setbacks suffered by the Congress—most notably in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections—the Gandhi family continues to dominate television debates and headlines. Saxena notes that while party leaders may remain loyal due to legacy, political compulsion or lack of alternatives,…

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Hardoi: In view of the forthcoming Member of Legislative Council (MLC) elections from the Lucknow Division Graduate Constituency, journalist Jitendra Singh Yadav, a prospective independent candidate, undertook a two-day tour of Hardoi district to connect with people and seek their support. During his outreach, Yadav said that he aims to become a strong voice for graduates, educated unemployed youth, and the younger generation. He stated that, if elected, he would work selflessly in the Upper House to raise their concerns and remain committed to finding practical and effective solutions to…

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