Republic Day 2026: 77th Parade Highlights & Chief Guests

India Celebrates 77th Republic Day: Vande Mataram Theme and Historic Firsts at Kartavya Path India is all set to celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, with a grand display of military self-reliance and cultural heritage at Kartavya Path, New Delhi. This year’s celebrations hold profound emotional weight as they coincide with the 150th anniversary of “Vande Mataram,” India’s national song. The festivities are scheduled to begin at 9:30 AM with Prime Minister Narendra Modi paying homage at the National War Memorial, followed by the main parade at 10:30 AM led by President Droupadi Murmu. In a historic

Nipah Virus: West Bengal Experts Test Alipore Zoo Bats to Prevent Nipah Outbreak

Health

Nipah Scare Hits West Bengal: Health Officials Monitor Alipore Zoo The quiet enclosures of Kolkata’s Alipore Zoological Gardens have recently become the center of an intense scientific investigation. Health experts and wildlife biologists are currently coordinating a screening process for the resident bat population, a move triggered by the recurring threat of the Nipah virus in the region. This isn’t just a routine checkup; it is a calculated response to a pathogen that has shown its face in West Bengal before, specifically in the border districts, leaving a trail of high mortality rates in its wake. While the city goes

ICC Replaces Bangladesh with Scotland in T20 World Cup Starting February 7, 2026

Sports

ICC Replaces Bangladesh with Scotland in T20 World Cup Amid Venue Dispute The International Cricket Council has officially moved to replace the Bangladesh men’s team with Scotland for the upcoming T20 World Cup. This unprecedented decision follows a tense standoff where the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) flatly refused to play their scheduled matches in India. While global cricket tournaments usually pride themselves on inclusivity, the governing body appears to have run out of patience with the logistical and political roadblocks presented by the Dhaka-based board. This is not just a minor scheduling change; it is a tectonic shift in the

Adani Stocks Crash: SEC Summons Spark $12.5 Billion Loss

Stock Market

Adani Stocks Face Fresh Turbulence Amid US SEC Legal Moves The Adani Group is back in the spotlight after a volatile trading session that saw its group companies lose nearly $12.5 billion in collective market capitalization. The primary trigger for this sell-off appears to be reports regarding the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) seeking a court’s nod to serve summons directly to Gautam Adani and other executives. Adani Enterprises, the flagship firm, took a sharp hit, with shares tanking as much as 11% to 13% during intraday trading. This reaction follows reports that India’s Law Ministry had previously refused

Infosys Tracks Remote Staff Power Use for Carbon Goals

Stock Market

Infosys Asks WFH Employees for Electricity Data to Meet Carbon Goals In a significant move toward measuring its total environmental impact, Infosys has started asking employees working from home (WFH) to share their electricity consumption data. The initiative is part of the IT giant’s broader push to refine its sustainability reporting and account for emissions that occur outside of traditional office spaces. The company is specifically looking for monthly electricity bills or consumption units from staff who operate remotely. This data helps the firm calculate its “Scope 3” emissions—indirect emissions that occur in the company’s value chain. While Infosys has

Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs Globally Including India

Business

Amazon Layoffs 2026: Massive Workforce Reduction Hits Corporate Teams Amazon has initiated a fresh wave of layoffs, signaling a turbulent start to 2026 for the tech giant’s corporate workforce. Reports indicate that the company is set to terminate approximately 16,000 employees globally, with a significant portion of these cuts expected to take place this week. This move follows a period of aggressive restructuring that has seen the company repeatedly trim its headcount over the last three years. CEO Andy Jassy has clarified that these cuts are not primarily driven by the rise of AI or simple cost-cutting measures. Instead, the