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The Times of India 'Delayed projects by 35-40 years': PM Modi's sharp attack on Congress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress-led governments for delaying development projects and neglecting water conservation, while emphasizing BJP's initiatives like the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana and river-linking projects. He highlighted the lasting impact of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's vision, particularly in rural development, and praised BJP's governance as trusted by the people.

The Times of India How batting averages declined in legendary batters’ final years

Virat Kohli and Steve Smith, two contemporary cricket legends, are striving to regain their past form amidst declining averages. Historical figures like Ricky Ponting, Mahela Jayawardene, and Hashim Amla also saw their averages drop towards the end of their careers. Their experiences highlight the difficulty of maintaining peak performance and timing retirement well.

The Times of India Protest erupts after student sexually assaulted at Chennai's Anna Univ

Two assailants attacked and sexually assaulted a female college student while her boyfriend was also attacked at Anna University campus. The incident occurred early Wednesday after the couple returned from a midnight church mass. Police are investigating the case, reviewing CCTV footage, and suspect the attackers followed the couple from the church.

The Times of India DoT has ‘fake scam calls’ warning for users: How and where to report fraud

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is raising awareness about fake calls and fraudulent communications, advising citizens on how to report scams. They suggest filing police complaints, calling 1930, and reporting incidents on the Sanchar Saathi portal. Telecom operators have been instructed to play cybercrime awareness messages 8-10 times daily for three months to educate the public on common scams.

The Times of India Raha Kapoor gives flying kisses to paps as she arrives with Ranbir & Alia

Raha Kapoor wins the internet as she says hello to the paparazzi and also gives flying kisses as she arrives for the Kapoor Christmas lunch with her parents Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.

The Times of India BGT: How Indian openers have fared in Boxing Day Tests at MCG

India captain Rohit Sharma hopes to regain form in the upcoming Boxing Day Test against Australia by returning to his opening position. Despite a poor series so far, Rohit looks for inspiration from his previous performances. The article highlights Virender Sehwag's remarkable 195 at MCG in 2003-04 as a significant feat for Indian openers.

The Times of India The Khans and their Christmas releases: A detailed report

The three Khans of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Salman Khan, have long dominated Christmas releases in the Indian film industry. Aamir Khan, with consistent releases like Ghajini and Dangal, solidified his presence while Shah Rukh and Salman have also made significant contributions.

The Times of India Pakistan airstrikes on Afghanistan kill 46; Taliban calls it 'cowardly act'

A Taliban spokesman reported that Pakistani air strikes in Afghanistan's Paktika province killed 46 people, mostly women and children. The Taliban condemned the attack as 'barbaric' and vowed defense. This strike follows recent tensions and accusations between the Taliban and Pakistan regarding militant activities.

The Times of India '70 missiles, 100 drones': Russia launches 'massive attack' on Ukraine

On Wednesday, Russia launched a devastating attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, deploying over 700 missiles and 100 drones. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the assault, which hit on Christmas, as 'inhumane.' The strikes worsened power outages and civilian suffering, with fatalities and injuries reported. Ukraine seeks advanced air defense systems from allies to counter the escalating attacks.

The Times of India Hydroponic ganja from Thailand new headache for Chennai airport security

Hydroponic cannabis valued at 1 crore per kg is increasingly entering Chennai from Thailand. This month, DRI officials at Chennai airport seized 14 kg of this potent ganja. The most recent seizure involved 3.6 kg from a passenger arriving from Bangkok, who was identified as a courier for an international drug syndicate. Authorities are actively tracking key operatives.

The Times of India Bumrah proving bigger threat than Hadlee, Holding in Aus

Jasprit Bumrah's consistent performance in India's Test tours to Australia has been crucial for their historic series wins. On his third tour, Bumrah's 21 wickets in three Tests of the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy, averaging 10.90, highlight his dominance. His strike rate of 41.0 outshines bowling legends, showcasing his significant impact in Australia.

The Times of India Apple VP junks this biggest ‘Google rumour’ about the company with these reasons

Apple's Senior VP Eddy Cue stated that developing a search engine is not a strategic priority for Apple due to the significant financial and resource investment required, the rapid evolution of search technologies, and the misalignment with Apple's core business areas, including their focus on privacy.

The Times of India 'Mauka-mauka': Congress launches booklet highlighting failures of AAP, BJP in Delhi

Delhi Congress president Devendra Yadav, alongside Ajay Maken, launched a booklet criticizing the BJP and AAP governments for unmet promises over the past 11 years. Yadav contrasted this with the progress made during Sheila Dikshit's 15-year tenure, highlighting advancements in infrastructure, environmental protection, and social welfare initiatives for vulnerable communities.

The Times of India Passenger plane with over 70 on board crashes in Kazakhstan, bursts into flames

A passenger plane en route from Baku to Grozny crashed near Kazakhstan’s Aktau airport after requesting an emergency landing. The aircraft belonging to Azerbaijan Airlines was diverted due to heavy fog and circled the airport multiple times before the crash. Initial reports indicate survivors, with emergency personnel responding to the scene.

The Times of India Dismantling US 'deep state': What Musk can learn from Mao

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency under President-elect Trump, aiming to cut federal spending and eliminate waste. Their effort is compared to Mao Zedong’s Cultural Revolution, emphasizing the need to avoid ideological purges, factionalism, and short-term chaos that led to long-term damage in China.

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