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Former BJP MLA Suresh Rathore is now facing a new legal case. A contractor has filed a complaint alleging Rathore failed to return his car. This comes as Rathore is already involved in several cases related to the Ankita Bhandari murder. The contractor claims Rathore used abusive language and issued death threats. Police registered the FIR on court orders.

India's Army leadership, historically dominated by infantry and armour, has marginalized the technically proficient artillery. This imbalance, a relic of colonial-era distinctions, hinders modern warfare capabilities. Realigning leadership structures to include artillery is a strategic necessity for national security, reflecting its decisive role in contemporary conflicts.

Costco stock surged over 5% following robust December sales, with core US comparable sales up 6.3%. This strong performance, exceeding 16% growth on a two-year stacked basis, has prompted several analysts to reaffirm or upgrade their ratings. UBS maintained a $1,205 price target, citing consistent regional growth and overall strong results, encouraging investor confidence.

Delhi Police has registered an FIR against unidentified students at JNU following a complaint from the university administration. The action was taken over alleged sloganeering against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah during a protest on campus. The FIR is lodged under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for statements deemed provocative and inflammatory.

America is aging fast. By 2030, 1 in 5 Americans will be 65 or older, and by 2034 older adults will outnumber children for the first time, according to the Census Bureau.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a U.S. "quarantine" around Venezuela to block oil tankers, aiming to exert leverage after President Nicolás Maduro's capture. The U.S. military presence in the Caribbean will persist until changes benefit both American interests and the Venezuelan people. Maduro and his wife face federal drug trafficking and weapons charges.

America's import taxes were high last year. However, actual rates paid were much lower than announced. This was due to exemptions for some countries and products. Businesses also found ways to pay less. Still, American companies bore most of the cost of these tariffs. Global trade patterns have shifted significantly.

S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq today: US stocks began 2026 with a positive start, led by a rally in technology shares. Investors reacted favorably to policy signals, including a delay in tariff hikes, and continued optimism from strong 2025 performance. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite saw notable gains, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average also traded higher.

China faces a demographic crisis ten years after ending its one-child policy. Birth rates remain low, and the population is aging rapidly. Despite incentives, government attempts to boost births, including a new tax on contraceptives, are met with public skepticism and concern.