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India marks 77th republic day: Who are this year’s chief guests? | India News

NEW DELHI: India on Monday celebrated its 77th Republic Day with a grand parade at Kartavya Path, where the national flag was unfurled by President Droupadi Murmu as the national anthem played, accompanied by a 21-gun salute. The parade showcased the country’s military strength, cultural diversity and developmental journey. It also commemorated 150 years of…

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Direct equity buying by investors moderate, households route savings via mutual funds: NSE report

MUMBAI: While direct participation by individual investors in the equity market has moderated after record inflows in 2024, Indian households have continued to channel their savings into equities through mutual funds, highlighting sustained confidence in equities as a long-term wealth creation avenue, according to a report by the National Stock Exchange (NSE).The report noted that…

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‘Isne Hindustan ki game change kar di hai’: Why India’s T20 World Cup title defence needs Abhishek Sharma as much as Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya | Cricket News

Guwahati: India’s Abhishek Sharma plays a shot during the third T20I cricket match between India and New Zealand, at ACA Stadium, Barsapara in Guwahati. (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra)(PTI01_25_2026_000503B) NEW DELHI: After India’s win against New Zealand in the second T20I in Raipur, captain Suryakumar Yadav said: “Sirf Abhishek run banayega toh hi India jeetega, aisa nahi…

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IGNOU to host mega campus placement drive for aviation, hospitality and BDE roles on 27 January

IGNOU’s Mega Placement Drive promises career take-off for students and alumni Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), often described as the people’s university, is set to host a Mega Placement Drive on January 27, offering a timely career launchpad for its students and alumni. With opportunities spanning aviation, hospitality and business development, the drive reflects…

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Republic Day 2026: PM Modi dons red-yellow Bandhej safa, a nod to Rajasthan tradition | India News

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s turban, or saafa, once again became a quiet yet striking focus point during the grand Republic Day celebrations on Monday. This year, the Prime Minister chose a red Rajasthani-style pagdi, highlighted with golden-yellow streaks, adding a note of cultural elegance to the solemn national ritual.Over the years, the tradition…

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EB-5 visa: How investors can secure a US green card through investment

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is emerging as a key pathway for affluent individuals and families seeking permanent residency in the United States, offering a structured route to a green card through capital investment.Designed to stimulate the US economy by generating jobs and attracting foreign capital, the programme does not require employer sponsorship or specific…

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TOI Exclusive | ‘He’s left us, but his heart is still in India’: Late Vladimir Mestvirishvili becomes first foreign coach to receive Padma Shri | More sports News

Late wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili with Ravi Dahiya. NEW DELHI: “Is it for real what you are telling me? I am speechless, too emotional. It’s a proud moment for our whole family.” Shalva Mestvirishvili’s voice was choking over the telephone from Tbilisi, Georgia, when informed of his late father, legendary wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili being…

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‘People gave me six months’: Jasprit Bumrah reflects on a stellar 10-year international journey | Cricket News

Jasprit Bumrah (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah said he has no preference between bowling with the new or old ball, stressing that his priority is contributing to the team’s success after India clinched the five-match T20I series with two games to spare following a commanding eight-wicket victory in the third match…

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