Mumbai civic life, transport, business, culture and sport.
Mumbai entered the Ranji Trophy knockouts after beating Hyderabad by nine wickets in a Group D match, adding a valuable bonus point. With one league match still to play, Mumbai sit top of the group table, strengthened by a dominant first-innings effort and a decisive finish on day four.
A 25-year-old Hindu man, Chanchal Bhowmik, died after being burnt while sleeping inside a garage in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi. While the blaze initially appeared accidental, police said CCTV footage shows suspicious movement near the spot, prompting an investigation into whether the fire was triggered externally or by an electrical fault.
The 2026 Padma Awards list includes major sporting names, with tennis great Vijay Amritraj receiving the Padma Bhushan and cricketers Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur awarded the Padma Shri.
A new western disturbance is expected to trigger a spell of unsettled weather across parts of north, northwest and central India from January 26, with the peak impact likely around January 27.
A young Hindu man died after a fire engulfed the garage where he was sleeping in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi district. Police say CCTV footage suggests suspicious activity and investigations are ongoing.
Hyundai Motor India said it will raise prices by about 0.6% across its model range from January 1, 2026, pointing to rising costs of precious metals and commodities.
A new 3D stereo full-dome planetarium show titled “The Moon Mission – India’s Journey to the Moon” will begin screening from Republic Day, offering an immersive look at ISRO’s Chandrayaan programme.
Mental health experts say burnout builds gradually through exhaustion and detachment. Recognising early warning signs and setting boundaries can prevent burnout from escalating into anxiety or depression.
RJD elevated Tejashwi Yadav as national working president at a key party meeting in Patna, reinforcing his organisational authority and formalising a generational shift under Lalu Prasad Yadav’s shadow.
Gold prices in Delhi were reported steady at elevated levels on January 25, 2026, with 24-carat gold at ₹1,60,410 per 10 grams and 22-carat gold at ₹1,47,050. Silver was quoted at ₹3,35,000 per kilogram, keeping bullion in sharp focus for buyers and investors.
India’s Padma Awards 2026 list has been announced ahead of Republic Day, with 131 awards approved by the President. The roll includes Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri recipients, spanning arts, public affairs, sports, business and grassroots service.
A new western disturbance is expected to bring heavy snowfall, hailstorms, thunderstorms and widespread rain across parts of north and central India from January 26, with peak impact forecast around January 27. Authorities and commuters are advised to prepare for travel disruption, low visibility and cold-wave conditions.