Times of India

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmarks, rallied strongly in opening trade on Thursday as Donald Trump’s remarks on Greenland and withdrawal of tariff threat on EU eased investors’ fears. While Nifty50 went above 25,300, BSE Sensex was up over 560 points.

Ganesh Chaturthi on January 22, 2026, holds special significance amidst global uncertainties and challenging planetary alignments. This auspicious day, coinciding with Magha Gupt Navaratri, is ideal for invoking Heramba Ganesha, a form known for protection against fear, job pressure, and unpredictable situations. Worshipping Heramba Ganesha offers stability, mental calm, and steady progress.

President Putin has offered to use Russian assets frozen in the US for Ukraine's reconstruction post-peace treaty. He also proposed a $1 billion contribution from these funds to Donald Trump's Gaza peace initiative, a plan discussed with Washington and set for further talks with Trump's envoys. This move aims to appeal to the US president and potentially avert further sanctions.

Bangladesh's participation in the T20 World Cup 2026 in India is uncertain after the ICC rejected their request to relocate matches. The Bangladesh Cricket Board is now in urgent talks with the government and players, who were not consulted initially. The ICC has given Bangladesh 24 hours to confirm their travel to India.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor met India head coach Gautam Gambhir in Nagpur. Tharoor lauded Gambhir's challenging role, calling it the toughest after the Prime Minister's. Gambhir thanked Tharoor for his appreciation. The T20 series against New Zealand is crucial for the T20 World Cup 2026 preparations. India won the first match.

Budget 2026 income tax expectations: As the government prepares for the landmark shift to the new Income-tax Act in April 2026, the Union Budget presents an opportunity to address a few long‑standing demands of individual taxpayers.

Sanjeev Khirwar, a 1994-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the new municipal commissioner of Delhi. This comes over three years after he was transferred out of the capital following a controversy involving walking his dog at Thyagaraj Stadium, which allegedly disrupted athletes' training.

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Aminul Islam Bulbul urged the ICC to shift T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing safety concerns. The ICC confirmed the tournament will proceed as scheduled in India, stating independent security assessments found no threat to the Bangladesh team.

Bengaluru has been ranked the world's second most congested city in 2025, a significant jump from previous years. Commuters now face an average speed of just 13.9 kmph during rush hour, losing a staggering 168 hours annually. This alarming trend, attributed to rising vehicle numbers and stalled infrastructure, places Pune and Mumbai also among the top congested Indian cities.

A devastating landslide at a New Zealand campsite has left several people missing. Emergency crews are searching through debris after the slip swept through campervans and tents. Difficult conditions and unstable ground are hampering rescue efforts as authorities work to account for everyone.

The 2026 Oscar nominations are announced today, January 22nd, with Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman revealing the contenders. The 98th Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 15, 2026, hosted by Conan O’Brien. This announcement marks the beginning of the final stretch of awards season, generating global buzz and anticipation for the year's cinematic achievements.

A devastating bus fire on the Nandyal highway claimed three lives and injured over 15 passengers after a tyre burst led to a collision with a lorry. Flames engulfed the vehicle, but a quick-thinking mini-van driver bravely rescued 36 individuals. Authorities are investigating the tragic incident, with officials offering condolences and ensuring medical aid.

Top stock market recommendations: Aakash K Hindocha of Nuvama Professional Clients Group recommends buying Swiggy, Godrej Consumer Products, while GAIL is a sell call.

Four individuals were detained in Dhenkanal, Odisha, over two weeks after a pastor was allegedly assaulted and publicly humiliated on forced conversion accusations. The pastor's wife had complained of police inaction following the January 4th incident, where a mob reportedly attacked him. Political parties have reacted strongly to the event.

In a troubling incident at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport, a South Korean businesswoman reported being sexually harassed by a member of the airline's ground-handling team. The accused, lacking the authority to conduct proper security checks, reportedly inappropriately touched her and embraced her, all under the pretense of 'manual frisking' in a secluded area near the restrooms.

Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's spy thriller 'Dhurandhar' is nearing the end of its successful theatrical run, showing a slight dip in its seventh week. Despite this, the film has maintained strong collections, reaching an impressive Rs 829.4 crore net. Facing competition, its box office journey continues as it eyes further milestones.

Tragedy struck Jaipur's Express Highway as an 18-year-old preparing for armed forces recruitment was fatally struck by a speeding SUV. Anaya Sharma, a resident of Jhotwara, was waiting by the roadside for her jogging companion when the vehicle, reportedly coming from Ajmer Road, hit her with immense force.

Eight individuals, including two government officials, were apprehended following the catastrophic collapse of a newly constructed overhead water tank in Tadkeshwar. The arrests stem from alleged criminal breach of trust and cheating. Engineering experts are now investigating the structural failure, with police awaiting their technical report to guide further actions and potential additional arrests.

A chaat shop owner and his employee were arrested for allegedly murdering the owner's estranged wife. The man confessed to strangling his wife with a rope and then enlisting his assistant to stage the scene as a suicide. The victim had filed for divorce, with the next hearing scheduled soon. Both accused are in police custody.

The ICC has rejected Bangladesh's plea to shift T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing no credible security threats. Fourteen of sixteen board members voted against the relocation, emphasizing the need to maintain event integrity. Bangladesh has been given an extended deadline to confirm participation.