The Times of India From backyard of Palisades Highlands: How the devastating LA wildfire started

A devastating wildfire in Los Angeles, fueled by high winds and dry conditions, has resulted in 11 fatalities, destroyed thousands of homes, and forced widespread evacuations. The Santa Ana winds, alongside drought-like conditions and rapid urbanization, exacerbated the fire's spread, overwhelming firefighting efforts. Authorities are investigating the fire hydrants' failures during critical moments.

The Times of India Delhi polls: BJP releases 2nd list, Kapil Mishra fielded from Karawal Nagar

The Times of India China marks muted 5th anniversary of first 'death' from disease that killed 7M

China marked the fifth anniversary of the first known COVID-19 death without official commemorations. The pandemic remains a taboo subject in the country. Social media showed little awareness of the anniversary. China continues to face criticism regarding its early handling of the virus, while Beijing declared a 'decisive victory' over COVID in 2023.

The Times of India 'There's a lot more similarities between Murray, Djokovic than differences'

Novak Djokovic has enlisted Andy Murray as his new coach for the Australian Open, marking a surprising collaboration between the two long-time rivals. The partnership is seen as a move by Djokovic to gain an edge in his pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam title.

The Times of India Juna Akhara expels mahant for accepting girl, 13, as ‘donation’

Juna Akhara expelled mahant Kaushal Giri for accepting a 13-year-old girl as a 'donation' from her family and initiating her as a monk. The girl was returned to her family, and a new age limit of 22 years has been set for women seeking sainthood. This decision followed objections from top saints and legal concerns.

The Times of India 80 schoolgirls told to remove shirts for writing on them, probe ordered

In Dhanbad, Jharkhand, the principal of a private school allegedly instructed 80 girls to remove their shirts for writing messages on them during a 'pen day' celebration. The district administration has initiated an investigation. A committee including various district officials will probe the incident, with appropriate actions to follow based on their findings.

The Times of India ‘Encroaching’ on stepwell: Sambhal family evicted from home in an hour

A widow and her two children in Chandausi, Uttar Pradesh, were forcefully evicted from their home after authorities claimed it encroached on a historic stepwell discovered last month. Despite being issued a notice with a 24-hour deadline, they were evicted within an hour. The family alleges their property documents are legitimate, while officials say they are fake.

The Times of India Why Meta did the right thing by unfriending fact checking

Recently, Mark Zuckerberg set the cat among the pigeons when he said that Meta would be swapping fact-checking for X-themed “Community Notes,” noting that “fact-checkers were too politically biased” and “destroyed more trust than they created.” It was reminiscent of Jeff Bezos’ op-ed in The Washington Post, arguing that people didn’t trust the media anymore and that reality was an “undefeated champion,” while explaining WaPo’s decision not to endorse any presidential candidate. While Zuckerberg’s and Bezos’s decisions are surely driven by less-than-altruistic reasons, both fact-checking and legacy media find themselves in a quagmire with fewer believers.

The Times of India 'No political turn': Karnataka deputy CM Shivakumar refutes power tussle

Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar dismissed rumours of a power struggle within the Congress-led government and affirmed his commitment to serving the full five-year term alongside CM Siddaramaiah. Despite speculation about a rotational chief minister formula, Shivakumar stressed that party directives would guide their actions, quashing any talk of imminent leadership changes.

The Times of India Who gets saved? California wildfires spark debate over wealth and safety

As California wildfires rage, the use of private firefighting services by wealthy homeowners sparks debate over fairness and accessibility. While demand for these costly services rises, insurance companies and developers are offering proactive fire protection measures like fire-resistant construction and personal hydrants to mitigate risks.

The Times of India Kerala sexual abuse case: NCW demands police report in 3 days

The National Commission for Women has taken action on a case in Kerala where a teenage girl reported sexual abuse by 64 individuals, including coaches and classmates, over four years. They demanded a detailed report from Kerala Police within three days and called for the immediate arrest of all accused.

The Times of India 'Mandir banane se kya hoga ... ': Amit Shah mocks Kejriwal; watch video

Union home minister Amit Shah criticized AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal during an address in New Delhi, mocking his stance on building Ram Mandir and accusing him of neglecting Delhi's slums and pollution issues. Shah urged citizens to 'liberate' the city from the AAP government in upcoming elections.

The Times of India Shami returns for India T20Is vs England; Pant, Gill rested

Mohammed Shami is set to return to India's squad for the T20I series against England after a 14-month absence due to a knee injury. Fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj are to be rested for the series. Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy are confirmed for the T20 series.

The Times of India From Tiku Talsania to Malaika Arora-Arjun Kapoor reunion rumours: Top 5 news

Veteran actor Tiku Talsania is in critical condition after suffering a brain stroke. Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor spark reunion rumors with a joint appearance. New photos of Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma with their children go viral. Speculation arises about actor Prabhas's possible marriage. Manisha Koirala discusses gender bias in Bollywood.

The Times of India 'Loved aerial pics, videos!': PM Modi ahead of Sonamarg tunnel inauguration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed eagerness ahead of his visit to inaugurate the Sonmarg tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir. The tunnel, part of a Rs 2,700 crore project, is expected to boost tourism and improve connectivity between Srinagar and Leh, enhancing winter tourism and local economy.