Gold prices have climbed to unprecedented levels this week, driven by a combination of heightened geopolitical tensions, a softer U.S. dollar, and robust safe-haven buying by investors across global markets. Record Break in International Markets On Wednesday, January 21, international gold prices surpassed the $4,800 per ounce mark for the first time in history, according to Reuters market data. Spot gold climbed as high as $4,887.82 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures for February delivery reached $4,888.20, reflecting strong demand for bullion amid rising geopolitical risk. This extended a rally…

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The UEFA Champions League 2025‑26 league phase is entering its crucial final stages, with clubs across Europe locked in a high‑stakes battle for places in the knock‑out rounds of Europe’s elite club competition. With only two matchdays remaining in the league phase, the race for direct qualification to the Round of 16 and for positions in the knockout play‑offs has become one of the defining narratives of the season.  Format Defines the Stakes This season’s competition features a new structure with 36 teams competing in a single league table, rather than traditional groups. Under this format: This…

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In one of the most significant player movements in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, wicketkeeper‑batter Sanju Samson has been officially traded from the Rajasthan Royals (RR) to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the 2026 season. The deal, confirmed on November 15, 2025, marks the end of Samson’s more than decade‑long tenure with the Royals and represents a major shift in the franchise landscapes of both teams.  The trade was finalised as a player swap, with RR acquiring seasoned all‑rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curranfrom CSK in exchange for Samson. This multi‑player deal has been widely reported as one…

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BRIGHTON, England — In a pulsating Premier League encounter at the American Express Stadium on Monday, January 19, 2026, Brighton & Hove Albion were rescued from defeat by a spectacular late effort from Charalampos Kostoulas, as the fixture against AFC Bournemouth ended in a 1‑1 draw.  Brighton appeared set to lose ground in the mid‑table battle after Bournemouth took the lead in the 32nd minutethrough a controversial penalty converted by Marcus Tavernier. The spot‑kick was awarded after referee Paul Tierney, acting on advice from the Video Assistant Referee, reversed an initial decision to book Bournemouth’s Amine Adli for simulation and instead…

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DUBAI, UAE — Afghanistan’s national cricket team made a commanding statement in the opening match of their three-game Twenty20 International (T20I) series against the West Indies on Monday, registering a 38-run victory and seizing a 1-0 lead on the heels of impressive batting and disciplined bowling. At the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Afghanistan’s batsmen laid the foundation for their strong start by posting a competitive total of 181 for three in their 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat first. The innings was anchored by standout performances from Ibrahim Zadran…

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New Delhi — A growing backlog in processing income tax returns (ITRs) for the current assessment year is resulting in widespread delays in issuing refunds to taxpayers, according to official data and industry reporting. While refund timelines historically ranged from a few weeks to a couple of months after filing and verification, many filers are now waiting several months or longer for refunds to be credited to their accounts.  Large-Scale Backlog in Return Processing As of early January 2026, the Income Tax Department’s Centralised Processing Centre (CPC) data shows that millions of ITRs remain unprocessed,…

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Adamuz, Córdoba — Monday, 19 January 2026 — A catastrophic collision between two high-speed passenger trains in southern Spain has left at least 39 people dead and dozens more injured, authorities confirmed as rescue operations wind down and recovery efforts continue in difficult conditions.  The accident occurred on Sunday evening, 18 January 2026, near the town of Adamuz in the province of Córdoba, on a section of the Madrid–Seville high-speed rail line.  What Happened Shortly before 7:45 p.m. local time, an Iryo high-speed train traveling from Málaga to Madrid derailed. Within moments, a Renfe-operated train traveling in the opposite direction from Madrid to Huelva collided with the derailed…

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Sharp Drop in Wipro Share Price After Q3 FY26 Earnings In a pronounced market reaction, shares of Wipro Ltd experienced a sharp decline following the company’s third‑quarter financial results for the fiscal year 2025‑26 (Q3 FY26). The Bengaluru‑based IT services firm’s stock fell by nearly 10 % at the start of the trading week, marking one of its steepest drops in recent times. This movement occurred after the company reported mixed earnings and offered a cautious outlook for the upcoming quarter.  Financial Results: Profit Decline and Revenue Growth For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, Wipro reported…

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