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Given China’s dominant position — accounting for around 70% of global rare-earth mining and nearly 90% of processing — any shift in its export policy has significant implications for global supply chains.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

China eases rare earth export curbs for civilian use amid supply concerns. What it means for India

The move, announced on December 19, follows sustained diplomatic engagement by New Delhi, which has repeatedly flagged concerns over the availability of rare-earth elements critical to sectors such as automobiles, electronics, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing.

Adani Enterprises also sought an injunction to prevent further circulation of similar defamatory content.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Ahmedabad court orders Congress to remove defamatory deep fake video of PM Modi & Gautam Adani

The video, shared on Congress' X handle on December 17, falsely depicted a conversation between Modi and Adani, with the caption “Modi-Adani Bhai Bhai, Desh Bechkar Khai Malai,” insinuating that the duo was selling off the country for personal gain.

For the coming days, temperatures are expected to hover around a maximum of 22 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 8 degrees Celsius.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

IMD issues Orange alert as dense fog worsens Delhi air, AQI likely to turn ‘severe’ over weekend

The 24-hour average AQI for Delhi stood at 374 — still in the ‘very poor’ category and marginally higher than the 373 recorded a day earlier — signalling little relief for residents. Forecasts offer little comfort.

The new Integrated Terminal Building, spread over nearly 1.4 lakh square metres, has been designed to handle up to 1.3 crore passengers annually.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

PM Modi to inaugurate India’s first nature-themed airport terminal in Guwahati. Here’s how it looks

The terminal incorporates around 140 metric tonnes of locally sourced bamboo from the Northeast and features design elements inspired by Kaziranga’s landscapes, traditional japi motifs, the iconic one-horned rhino and 57 orchid-inspired columns reflecting the Kopou flower.

This petition marks China's second filing at the WTO against India in 2025.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

China drags India to WTO over alleged violations in ICT tariffs and solar subsidies

According to a statement from China's Ministry of Commerce, these measures allegedly violate several WTO obligations, including the principle of national treatment, and involve import substitution subsidies that are explicitly prohibited under WTO rules.

The BS-VI emission norms were implemented in India from April 1, 2020.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Why Delhi’s ban on non-BS-VI vehicles is riddled with inconsistencies

The rules apply only to vehicles registered outside Delhi, and fail to consider the fact that Delhi is part of wider agglomeration of the National Capital Region.

In exchange, India has agreed to liberalise tariffs on about 78% of its tariff lines, largely through tariff-rate quotas aimed at safeguarding sensitive sectors.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

India-Oman trade deal to be operational in 3 months: Piyush Goyal

Under the CEPA, Oman has offered zero-duty access on about 98% of its tariff lines, covering nearly 99% of India’s exports to the Gulf nation by value. In FY25, India’s exports to Oman stood at around $4.1 billion, led by refined petroleum products, machinery, metals, aircraft, rice and consumer goods.

Among those whose assets were attached are former Indian cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Robin Uthappa, actors Sonu Sood and Neha Sharma, Urvashi Rautela, former TMC MP Mimi Chakraborty and Bengali actor Ankush Hazra.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

ED attaches assets of Yuvraj Singh, Sonu Sood, others in 1xBet money laundering case

The ED has alleged that 1xBet operated illegally in India without the necessary licences and used a wide network of more than 6,000 mule bank accounts to route and launder money through layered financial transactions. The total amount allegedly laundered is suspected to exceed ₹1,000 crore.

According to data shared in Parliament, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has constructed 3,468 km of national highways in the current financial year up to October 2025.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Delhi-Mumbai Expressway completion pushed to 2027-28 as delays hit Gujarat stretches

Of 1,208 NH projects under construction, 649 have spilled beyond their original completion timelines. Of these, 301 projects are delayed by less than a year, 263 by one to three years, and 85 by more than three years, primarily due to factors such as litigation and delays in land acquisition.

One key factor behind the rise in net collections has been a 13.52% decrease in tax refunds, which fell to Rs 2,97,069 crore, from Rs 3,43,499 crore last year. 
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Net direct tax collections rise 8% YoY to Rs 17.05 lakh crore in FY26 on lower refunds

Advance tax payments have also shown positive growth, increasing by 4.27% to Rs 7,88,388 crore. Corporate advance tax payments grew nearly 8% to Rs 6,07,300 crore, while advance tax from non-corporate taxpayers saw a decline of 6.49%, totaling Rs 1,81,088 crore. 

PM Modi was conferred with the Order of Oman, the Sultanate’s highest civilian award, during his two-day visit to the Gulf nation.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Major boost for trade in electronics, marble, services sector in India-Oman FTA: Commerce Secy

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal highlighted that one of the biggest gains from this FTA comes from the services sector, with Oman opening up 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) for India. This move is expected to boost India's services exports.

The probe was ordered after widespread disruptions hit IndiGo operations earlier this month
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

IndiGo flight chaos: DGCA panel report against airline due, corrective action to follow

The four-member panel constituted by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is expected to finalise its report soon.

Schools across several Indian states have been closed or shifted to online and hybrid modes as dense fog, extreme cold and severe air pollution disrupt normal life.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Cold wave, dense fog prompt school closures across North India: Here are state-wise changes

In response to worsening weather conditions, local authorities of several states have issued advisories, prioritising the safety of students

Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi's government demolished MGNREGA
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

‘Modi govt demolished 20 years of MGNREGA in one day’: Rahul Gandhi on VB-G RAM G Bill

MGNREGA vs VB-G RAM G: Rahul Gandhi said it was evident what MGNREGA meant to the people, especially during the trying times amid the COVID outbreak.

Flight disruptions likely in Delhi as dense fog affects visibility, airlines warn
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Fog disrupts Delhi air travel: Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet issue warnings; CAT III ops in place at airport

Both Delhi Airport and the airlines have urged passengers to check the status of their flights in advance, as thick fog has caused significant delays

Bangladesh protests: Osman Hadi's death triggers fresh unrest in the country
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Protests erupt in Bangladesh after Osman Hadi’s death, Yunus urges citizens to maintain peace

The NCP accused authorities and India of sheltering Osman Hadi’s killers and demanded the closure of the Indian High Commission in Bangladesh until the assassins are returned.

Ganguly, who currently serves as president of the Cricket Association of Bengal, said he had no official role in the Messi programme and attended the stadium event only as an invited guest.
Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Kolkata Messi row escalates: Ganguly files ₹50 crore defamation case against Argentina fan club President

The legal action follows the fallout from Messi’s much-hyped but poorly managed appearance in Kolkata, which descended into chaos due to crowd control issues and organisational lapses

The protests have followed threats against Indian diplomats, prompting India to summon Bangladesh’s envoy.
Updated : Dec 18, 2025

India halts  2 visa centres in Bangladesh over security concerns

The shutdown comes amid protests organised by the anti-Indian hegemony platform ‘July 36 Mancha’, which held a march towards the Indian Assistant High Commission in Rajshahi.

 Addressing the India-Oman Business Forum in Muscat, Modi highlighted the centuries-old maritime trade connections between India and Oman.
Updated : Dec 18, 2025

PM Modi conferred Order of Oman, advances India-Oman economic partnership

In his address, Modi called on businesses to leverage the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which he described as a "roadmap for strengthening bilateral economic ties."

US Vice President JD Vance was on a four-day visit to India in April, 2025
Updated : Dec 18, 2025

'We seek to strengthen warm bonds': After Trump, US Embassy shares JD Vance's message on India

On Tuesday, the US Embassy shared a message from Trump, who described India as an "amazing country" and Prime Minister Modi as a "great friend"

Travel patterns in 2025 show a clear departure from the once-a-year holiday model.
Updated : Dec 18, 2025

From one big vacation to many small escapes: Here's how Indians are changing the way they travel

Among younger travellers, Gen Z accounted for 33% of all train bookings and 40% of solo female bus bookings, highlighting increased comfort with ground transport and easier access to destinations beyond major airport hubs.