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UPI smashes records in 2025: What's next for India's payment giant?

Mumbai, Jan. 1 -- The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) platform touched new highs in 2025, posting record transactions in December both in terms of value and volume, according to the latest data publi... Read More


Rose Parade 2026: When and where to watch 137th Tournament of Roses, hosts, livestream platforms, and weather forecast

New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- The 137th Rose Parade returns to Pasadena, California, on Thursday (January 1, 2026), ushering in the New Year with one of America's most iconic celebrations. Viewers across the U... Read More


Buy or sell: Vaishali Parekh recommends three intraday stocks to buy today on the New Year 2026

Buy or sell stocks, Jan. 1 -- The Indian stock market steps into the first trading session of 2026 on a cautiously optimistic note, set against a globally quiet backdrop as most major international ma... Read More


Bank holiday on New Year 2026: Are banks open or closed on January 1?-Get state-wise list here

New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- On the first day of 2026, bank customers across India are seeking confirmation on the operational status of bank branches on Thursday, 1 January. According to the Reserve Bank of ... Read More


Gold rates today: MCX gold consolidates after record run; silver prices hold steady at Rs.2.35 lakh per kg

New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- Gold and silver prices began the 2026 season on a soft note, as both precious metals are trading with modest gains after posting their biggest annual jump in over four decades in ... Read More


US New Year weather update: From Massachusetts to the DMV, snow squalls trigger warnings, may affect travel plans

New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- A winter weather advisory for accumulating snow has been issued for some parts of Massachusetts, namely, Berkshire County and western Franklin and Hampshire Counties, which will l... Read More


New Year 2026: PM Modi extends wishes - 'Praying for peace and happiness in our society'

New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended new year greetings to everyone and prayed for peace and happiness in the society. "Wishing everyone a wonderful 2026! May the ye... Read More


New seed push targets cotton revival, productivity gains across crops

New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- On the first day of 2026, the government released around 185 new high-yielding seed varieties and hybrids across crops such as rice, maize, cotton, millets, pulses, oilseeds and s... Read More


Maruti Suzuki prioritizes mini cars over bigger models

New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- India's largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd, is prioritizing the production of small cars like the Alto and Spresso, even if it means cutting output of bigger models, as it ... Read More


Stocks to watch: Vodafone Idea, Hyundai India, NBCC among 10 shares in focus on New Year 2026; full list inside

Stock market today, Jan. 1 -- The Indian stock market experienced a bullish rally on the final trading day of 2025, driven by short covering amid optimism that the year ahead will outperform the curre... Read More