New Delhi, Dec. 31 -- 2026 is poised to be a year of monumental moments, marked by a summer of Assembly elections in India, an intensifying global space race, and major sporting events - notably the FIFA World Cup and the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

The year also marks the US completing 250 years of independence, Bangladesh heading to the polls for the first time since former PM Sheikh Hasina's ouster, India hosting the 18th Brics Summit, Apple turning 50, and the long-awaited release of GTA VI, the open-world action-adventure franchise. All of these set the stage for a packed year ahead. Here's a snapshot of what's coming.

2026 is set to be a major election year, with assembly polls due in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puduch...