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China Population Falls for Fourth Year as Births Hit Record Low

January 19, 2026

China’s Population Decline Deepens in 2025 Despite Policy Push

China recorded its fourth consecutive annual population decline in 2025, underscoring intensifying social and economic pressures despite expanded family-support measures. Official data released this week showed the population fell by about 3 million to 1.404 billion, leaving China as the world’s second-most populous nation, behind India.

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WEF Davos 2026 Convenes Under 'Spirit of Dialogue' Amid Global Tensions

January 19, 2026

Davos 2026 Seeks Path to Cooperation Amid Polycrisis

The World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 commenced today in Davos, Switzerland, convening over 3,000 global leaders from politics, business, and civil society. The five-day summit unfolds against a challenging backdrop of slowing economic growth, geopolitical fractures, rapid technological disruption, and eroding public trust. Held under the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue”, the forum aims to bridge divides and foster renewed collaboration between governments, corporations, and international institutions.

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IMF Upgrades India’s 2025 Growth Forecast to 7.3 percent

January 19, 2026

IMF Raises India’s 2025 Growth Forecast to 7.3%, Cites Strong Domestic Momentum

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded India’s economic growth forecast for 2025 to 7.3%, highlighting the country’s resilience amid global trade disruptions, tariff-related uncertainties, and geopolitical headwinds. The upward revision reflects stronger-than-expected domestic performance and sustained economic momentum at a time when many major economies face slowing growth.

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Vidarbha Win Maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy After Beating Saurashtra

January 19, 2026

Historic First Vijay Hazare Title for Vidarbha in Bengaluru Final

Vidarbha created history in Indian domestic cricket by lifting their first-ever Vijay Hazare Trophy, defeating two-time champions Saurashtra by 38 runs in the final. The title clash, played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, capped a season defined by batting depth and disciplined bowling from the Vidarbha side.

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India Launches First Open-Sea Marine Fish Farm in Andaman Boosting Blue Economy Vision

January 19, 2026

India Pioneers Open-Sea Aquaculture with Launch of First Marine Fish Farming Project in Andaman Sea

In a strategic move to unlock its maritime economic potential, India has inaugurated its first open-sea marine fish farming pilot project in the Andaman Sea. Launched at North Bay near Sri Vijaya Puram, this initiative signifies a major milestone in the nation's Blue Economy journey, representing a deliberate shift towards the sustainable use of ocean resources for growth and livelihood generation.

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