UK watchdog bans ScotRail ads for false "cheapest tickets" claims, citing lack of proof and consumer harm.

Rahul Gandhi criticizes BJP's 2025 economic policies, accusing them of harming small traders and enabling monopolies without debate.

Fiji's national dialogue calls for family resilience policies, economic opportunities, and better services to address crisis-level social concerns.

India's successful launch of BlueBird 6 boosts national pride and space self-reliance, praised by top leaders.

China's coast guard patrolled Huangyan Dao in Nov–Dec 2025, asserting sovereignty in the South China Sea.

Punjab to launch universal health scheme Jan. 15, 2026, covering all families with up to ₹10 lakh in cashless care.

Russia says U.S. peace talks on Ukraine are progressing slowly, with no breakthrough, despite Miami meetings.

Tamil Nadu's CM Stalin criticized PM Modi over hate speech, prompting BJP's Shazia Ilmi to accuse him of hypocrisy during Christmas.

Italian PM Meloni warns of tough 2026 due to debt and strikes, while backing Ukraine and welcoming Modi’s 2026 visit.

India’s petrol pump network exceeds 100,000, ranking third globally, with state firms dominating and rural access growing.