Villagers in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, will fight terrorists. VIDEO: The Army also trained women to use weapons; 150 Village Defense Guards have been formed.
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Villagers in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, will fight terrorists. VIDEO: The Army also trained women to use weapons; 150 Village Defense Guards have been formed.

As part of the anti-terrorism operation in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, villagers are now being trained. On Tuesday, the Army trained 150 Village Defense Guards (VDGs) from 17 villages in the upper reaches of the Chenab Valley, including women volunteers. Army officials stated that the participants are from villages along the Doda-Chamba border. They are being trained in weapon handling,…
Budget 2026 preparations begin: PM Modi meets with economists at NITI Aayog to seek suggestions; focus on self-reliance and structural change
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Budget 2026 preparations begin: PM Modi meets with economists at NITI Aayog to seek suggestions; focus on self-reliance and structural change

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with leading economists and sectoral experts at NITI Aayog on Tuesday (December 30). The meeting sought their suggestions for the upcoming Union Budget 2026-27. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was also present. The meeting began at 11 a.m. and discussed key economic issues. The focus was on next-generation reforms, growth drivers, and the impact of tariffs.…
After rising for five days, silver prices fell by ₹3,111: one kg cost ₹2.32 lakh; gold also fell by ₹2,182 to ₹1.35 lakh.
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After rising for five days, silver prices fell by ₹3,111: one kg cost ₹2.32 lakh; gold also fell by ₹2,182 to ₹1.35 lakh.

Gold and silver prices fell today, Tuesday, December 30th. According to the India Bullion and Jewelers Association (IBJA), the price of 10 grams of 24-carat gold fell by ₹2,182 to ₹1,34,599. Yesterday, it was ₹1,36,781/10g. After rising for five consecutive days, the price of silver fell by ₹3,111. Today, it is selling at ₹2,32,329 per kilogram. Yesterday, silver was at…
Zomato and Swiggy services may be disrupted on New Year’s Day: 100,000 workers will go on strike; earnings on orders have plummeted, and ID blocks are also causing resentment.
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Zomato and Swiggy services may be disrupted on New Year’s Day: 100,000 workers will go on strike; earnings on orders have plummeted, and ID blocks are also causing resentment.

Platforms like Zomato, Swiggy, and Blinkit may face difficulties on the evening of December 31st. The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) and the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) have called a strike on New Year's Eve. The strike has also received support from regional organizations in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi-NCR, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. Union leaders…
3% discount on general ticket purchases through the RailOne app: New scheme to begin January 14; R-Wallet users get an extra 3% discount
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3% discount on general ticket purchases through the RailOne app: New scheme to begin January 14; R-Wallet users get an extra 3% discount

Indian Railways has announced a 3% discount on fares for booking unreserved (general) tickets through the RailOne app. According to the Railway Ministry, this offer will be valid for six months, from January 14, 2026, to July 14, 2026. Today (December 30), the Railways sent a letter to the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) asking for software changes. Significantly,…
Shreyas Iyer is not fit for 50-over matches: Medical report claims; will not play in New Zealand series, injured in Australia
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Shreyas Iyer is not fit for 50-over matches: Medical report claims; will not play in New Zealand series, injured in Australia

Indian batsman Shreyas Iyer will have to wait for his return to Team India. His selection for the ODI squad against New Zealand is unlikely. Iyer is currently recovering at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. His recovery is being assessed this week. BCCI sources told Bhaskar that the medical team will submit its report soon. Shreyas is not…
The Navy will receive a modern submarine-killing weapon; the Army will receive a new rifle; ₹4,666 crore will be spent, marking the second consecutive major defense deal.
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The Navy will receive a modern submarine-killing weapon; the Army will receive a new rifle; ₹4,666 crore will be spent, marking the second consecutive major defense deal.

The Ministry of Defense on Tuesday signed defense agreements worth ₹4,666 crore to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Army and Navy. Under these agreements, the Army will receive over 4.25 lakh new battle carbine rifles. 48 modern heavyweight submarine-killing torpedoes will also be purchased for the Navy. According to the Ministry of Defense, close-quarter battle carbine rifles and related…
A US think tank claims an India-Pakistan war is possible in 2026: terrorist activity in Kashmir will be the trigger; both countries have increased arms purchases.
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A US think tank claims an India-Pakistan war is possible in 2026: terrorist activity in Kashmir will be the trigger; both countries have increased arms purchases.

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), a major US think tank, has warned that another war could break out between India and Pakistan in 2026. According to CFR's report, "Conflicts to Watch in 2026," increased terrorist activity in Kashmir poses the potential for conflict between the two countries. The report states that if a conflict erupts between India and Pakistan,…
Priyanka Gandhi’s son Rehan Vadra is engaged: Girlfriend Aviva Baig is a photography enthusiast; mother Nandita designed the Congress headquarters.
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Priyanka Gandhi’s son Rehan Vadra is engaged: Girlfriend Aviva Baig is a photography enthusiast; mother Nandita designed the Congress headquarters.

Rehan Vadra, son of Congress MP from Wayanad Priyanka Gandhi and businessman Robert Vadra, is engaged to his girlfriend Aviva Baig. News agency PTI reported this news quoting sources. Following the engagement, the couple, along with their families, traveled to Ranthambore, Rajasthan. Rehan and Aviva have been in a relationship for seven years. Both are passionate about photography. Only close…
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia passes away: She was under house arrest in Pakistan, survived a shooting; opposed India upon becoming Prime Minister.
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Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia passes away: She was under house arrest in Pakistan, survived a shooting; opposed India upon becoming Prime Minister.

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female Prime Minister and leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), passed away in Dhaka at 6 a.m. on Tuesday. She was 80 years old and had been on a ventilator for the past 20 days. Khaleda had been suffering from a chest infection, liver, kidney, diabetes, arthritis, and eye problems for several years. Her family…