Here are the top news stories from India as of January 3, 2025:
1.Digital Payments Expansion: WhatsApp is set to extend its payment service to all 500 million users in India, aiming to enhance the digital payments ecosystem. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has supported this initiative, which is expected to boost the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) adoption.
2.Political Shifts: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity has declined following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) loss of its majority in the lower house of Parliament. Critics attribute this to controversial policies and a focus on Hindu nationalism over practical governance.
3.Strengthening US-India Relations: Trade Minister Piyush Goyal announced India's intention to bolster economic ties with the United States, signaling a commitment to enhancing bilateral trade and cooperation with the incoming Trump administration.
4.Cricket Controversy: Rohit Sharma's unexpected withdrawal from the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series has sparked speculation about his potential retirement. His absence has led to discussions about team dynamics and future leadership.
5.Stock Market Update: Power Grid Corporation of India's shares rose by 0.24% to 316.15 Indian rupees, outperforming the market despite a generally challenging trading day.
6.Fog Disruptions: A thick blanket of fog has enveloped Delhi and surrounding areas, causing significant disruptions to flights and train services.
7.Delhi University Developments: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for three new projects at Delhi University, including the Savarkar College, aiming to enhance educational infrastructure.
8.Kashmir Assembly Polls: Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir have seen a significant voter turnout, with discussions focusing on the representation of people from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in the region.
9.Legal Ruling on 'Purdah': The Allahabad High Court ruled that a woman's refusal to wear 'purdah' is not grounds for divorce, emphasizing individual rights and freedoms.
10.Madrassa Counterfeit Currency Case: A madrassa manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for printing fake currency notes and circulating them through his three wives, highlighting concerns about counterfeit currency operations.
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