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Embedded finance can drive next phase of financial innovation, inclusion in India: ORF Report
Embedded finance has the potential to emerge as a cornerstone of India's next phase of financial sector innovation and inclusion, helping democratise access to formal financial services, reduce transaction costs, and deliver personalised solutions at scale, according to a report by global think tank Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
China's action against Taiwan triggers global condemnation
China’s latest round of large-scale military drills surrounding Taiwan has drawn sharp international criticism, with governments and lawmakers warning that China’s actions risk destabilising the Indo-Pacific and escalating regional tensions.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
Putin drone claim questioned by US intelligence
US national security officials have concluded that Ukraine did not attempt to target Russian President Vladimir Putin or any of his residences in a reported drone operation, countering Moscow’s allegation that Kyiv sought to assassinate the Russian leader, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported.
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January 02, 2026
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Policy missteps batter Pakistan's farm sector
Pakistan’s agriculture sector, long considered the backbone of the national economy, faced one of its most turbulent years in 2025 as climate shocks and policy missteps converged to deepen an already fragile situation.
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January 02, 2026
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New Year: Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma partied with family in Dubai
Star cricketer Virat Kohli’s first post of 2026 sets the internet abuzz, as he shared a stunning picture with his ladylove Anushka Sharma from their New Year celebrations in Dubai, UAE.
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January 02, 2026
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Delhi Education Directorate files Police complaint over fake claims of teachers counting stray dogs
The Directorate of Education (DoE), Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, has taken firm action against the spread of false and misleading information on social and digital media platforms claiming that government school teachers were instructed to count stray dogs.
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January 02, 2026
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Three held for Rs 9 lakh gold sale fraud in Kerala
The Kerala Police have arrested three individuals for allegedly cheating a man of Rs 9 lakh by luring him with a fake promise of selling pledged gold in Kozhikode district, officials said on Thursday.
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January 02, 2026
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India, Pak exchange list of nuclear installations, civilian prisoners
In continuing an annual practice that began in 1992, India and Pakistan on Thursday exchanged lists of their nuclear installations that cannot be attacked in the event of hostilities.
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January 02, 2026
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TRUMP’S NEW YEAR WISH: PEACE ON EARTH
US President Donald Trump held a New Year bash at his Florida resort on Thursday and when he was quizzed about his wish for the New Year, he said he wanted peace on Earth, reported Fox News.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
Siddhant Chaturvedi, Alizeh Agnihotri to team for a musical film
Actors Siddhant Chaturvedi and Alizeh Agnihotri have been cast for a new film, which is the Hindi remake of acclaimed French movie, “La Famille Bélier”.
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January 02, 2026
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Rajnath to unveil portraits of Vajpayee, Pandit Malaviya at Delhi Assembly tomorrow
The Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, Vijender Gupta, on Thursday, informed that the Minister of Defence, Rajnath Singh, will unveil the portraits of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya at the Delhi Legislative Assembly on Saturday (January 3).
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
Justice D’Cunha panel submits reports on procurement irregularities during COVID-19
Justice John Michael D’Cunha, who conducted an investigation into the deaths and irregularities in the procurement of medical equipment during the COVID-19 period, submitted the final report to the Karnataka government.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
New Year's party: Four simple rules that actually prevent food poisoning
The riskiest part of party food often happens after the party—when “just one more hour” on the counter turns into a perfect bacterial growth window.
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January 02, 2026
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BSNL launches WiFi calling services across India
On New Year, state-owned telecommunications provider Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced the nationwide rollout of Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi), also known as WiFi Calling.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
Indian hockey eyes World Cup, Asian Games glory
Following a year of significant achievements, the Indian Hockey team will enter 2026 with an action-packed schedule featuring several marquee international tournaments.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
ECHOES OF COURAGE: MAHARAJA BIJLI PASI A SYMBOL OF VALOUR AND EQUALITY
‘ndian history is not merely a chronicle of kings and empires; it is also the story of those heroes who illuminated the path of self-respect, courage, and leadership for marginalized and deprived sections of society.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
Lucknow Lions dominate Awadh Ramdoots in UPKL Season 2
The new year began the same way the previous one ended for Lucknow Lions, as they delivered another commanding performance to defeat Awadh Ramdoots 48-33 in the opening match of Day 8 of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2 at the Noida Indoor Stadium.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
Delhi's air quality plummets to 'very poor' as capital wakes up with cold wave, fog
Delhi's air quality dropped to the ‘very poor’ category on Thursday, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 371 recorded around 8:00 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), on the very first day of the New Year 2026.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
Clear policy framework, assured offtake demand to accelerate decentralised bio-CNG: Industry sources
India's bio-CNG industry is calling for assured longterm offtake arrangements, consistent policy support and faster approvals to scale decentralised plants nationwide, as these measures are critical to making projects bankable and accelerating the clean-energy transition.
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January 02, 2026
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Indian auto industry closes 2025 on firm footing, broad-based sales growth reported in December
India's automobile industry wrapped up calendar year 2025 on a strong footing, with most major manufacturers reporting robust year-on-year growth in December, driven by healthy consumer demand, improved rural sentiment, infrastructure spending, and on the back of a favourable macroeconomics.
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January 02, 2026
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THE HEART OF KNOWLEDGE: JAISALMER'S OLDEST AND LARGEST LIBRARY
Jaisalmer, the Golden City of Rajasthan, is celebrated for its grand forts, ornate havelis, and golden sand dunes.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
Republic Day rehearsals continue at India Gate amid dense fog in Delhi
Preparations for the upcoming Republic Day celebrations are in full swing at India Gate, with rehearsals continuing despite dense fog enveloping the National Capital Region.
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January 02, 2026
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HIGH COURT SEEKS REPORT FROM MP GOVT OVER CONTAMINATED WATER ISSUE
At least four people died, over 1400 got infected after consuming contaminated water in Indore's Bhagirathpura area
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January 02, 2026
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Blast near Nalagarh police station in Himachal; no casualty reported
Several Nalagarh residents woke up in the new year to the sound of a blast that took place near a police station in Himachal Pradesh's Solan district on Thursday.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
No surrender for peace, says Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in his New Year address, underscored that Ukraine seeks an end to the war but will not accept any peace deal that undermines its sovereignty, stressing he would reject any agreement he considers weak or short-lived.
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January 02, 2026
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Chakma killing: KTR demands stricter laws against ‘racism’
Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao, on Thursday, condemned Tripura student Anjel Chakma’s brutal killing in Dehradun, and urged for “tough laws against racism and tougher implementation.”
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January 02, 2026
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Chopra's golden 2025: Historic 90m to 26-event streak end
India’s ace javelin thrower, two-time Olympic medalist and former world champion Neeraj Chopra's stunning 26-event run of finishing in the top two on the podium came to an end on a heartbreaking note with an 8th-place finish during his world title defence at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo this year.
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January 02, 2026
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Several dead after explosion at Swiss ski resort
A deadly explosion triggered a fire at a bar in Switzerland overnight, leaving “several injured and dead” and overwhelming nearby hospitals with burn victims, according to Swiss broadcaster Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen (SRF).
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
2025: The year Bharat's civilisational confidence found its voice in Statecraft
As 2025 comes to a close, it is evident that this year will occupy a distinctive place in Bharat's contemporary history.
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January 02, 2026
The Daily Guardian
New US sanctions hit Venezuela’s shadow fleet
The United States Department of the Treasury on Wednesday (local time) imposed sanctions on four companies operating in Venezuela’s oil sector and identified four oil tankers as blocked property, according to an official release.
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