The Times of India Amber Heard expecting second child; actress 'delighted' to expand family

Actress Amber Heard, 38, is expecting her second child, her representative confirmed to People magazine. The Aquaman star is already mom to three-year-old Oonagh Paige, born via surrogacy in 2021. While details about the pregnancy and how Heard plans to welcome her second child are scarce, the representative shared that Heard is "delighted.

The Times of India Viral videos show California’s 7.0 earthquake chaos

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the Northern California coast, triggering tsunami warnings but causing minimal damage. The quake, centered near the Mendocino Triple Junction, shook homes and stores, sending items tumbling from shelves. Widespread power outages occurred in Humboldt County, but schools resumed classes after evacuations. While the tremor was powerful, its remote location and horizontal fault movement mitigated the impact.

The Times of India Jeff Bezos is back at Amazon just 3 years after his retirement

Jeff Bezos, Amazon's founder, is dedicating 95% of his time to the company's AI initiatives. He's collaborating with Anthropic to build a supercomputer, aiming to compete with Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI. Bezos remains executive chairman and actively supports CEO Andy Jassy, mirroring a trend of tech founders re-engaging with their companies amidst the AI boom.

The Times of India Mystery ‘Disease X’ probed after killing 79 people in Congo

A mysterious illness, dubbed "Disease X," has struck the Democratic Republic of Congo, sickening hundreds and claiming at least 79 lives since late October. Resembling the flu, the disease primarily affects young children, with symptoms including fever, cough, and breathing difficulties. Health officials are working to identify the cause and contain the outbreak amidst heightened influenza activity.

The Times of India 'Jatha' of 101 farmers to march towards Delhi today: All you need to know

Farmers in India are marching to Delhi to demand a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops and other reforms. Security is heightened at the Ambala-Delhi border, with prohibitory orders in place. This follows a previous attempt by farmers to march on Parliament earlier this week and an ongoing hunger strike at the Khanauri border.

The Times of India 'Pushpa 2 screening' stampede: Cops probe mysterious spray that 'sickened' moviegoers

Moviegoers at a Mumbai screening of 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' experienced respiratory distress and nausea after an unknown person released an irritant substance. The screening was paused for about 15-20 minutes while police investigated. Attendees reported coughing, throat irritation, and vomiting. This incident follows a fatal stampede at a Hyderabad premiere of the same film.

The Times of India 19-year-old boy rushing to watch 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' mowed down by train

A 19-year-old ITI diploma holder was tragically killed by a speeding train in Doddaballpur, Bengaluru, while attempting to cross the railway tracks to catch a screening of 'Pushpa-2'. The victim, Praveen Tamachalam, was en route to the theatre with two friends who fled the scene after witnessing the horrific accident.

The Times of India Zerodha CEO answers biggest insurance question: Why claims are rejected & more

Zerodha CEO, Nithin Kamath, addressed the frequent issue of insurance claim rejections, emphasizing the need for policyholders to fully understand their coverage and exclusions. He highlighted common rejection reasons like waiting periods, non-covered treatments, fraudulent claims, and blacklisted hospitals. Kamath advised seeking professional help if needed when dealing with claim denials.

The Times of India 6 months in space, 2 to go: A look at Sunita Williams' journey so far

Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have marked six months aboard the International Space Station after their initial week-long mission was extended due to issues with the Boeing Starliner capsule. Despite the unexpected extended stay until February, the seasoned astronauts remain positive, contributing to station duties and scientific experiments while awaiting their SpaceX return flight.

The Times of India Study ties C-section deliveries to income

The Times of India Maoists target Chhattisgarh BJP, kill 2 ex-sarpanchs

Maoists killed two former village chiefs in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, for refusing to quit the BJP. Their bodies were found Thursday, a day after their abductions, with warnings to other BJP members. Eleven BJP and three Congress workers have been murdered in the region since February. One victim's abduction was captured in a video plea by his daughter.

The Times of India Eknath Shinde kept all guessing till the last moment

Devendra Fadnavis's swearing-in as Maharashtra CM was delayed due to Eknath Shinde's reluctance to be sworn in as Deputy CM. Shinde wanted assurances on portfolio allocation. After persuasion, Shinde agreed, and Fadnavis informed the Governor. The oath-taking ceremony proceeded as planned, with both Fadnavis and Shinde taking their oaths.

The Times of India After 18 days of severe curbs, SC allows lifting of Grap-4

The Supreme Court eased anti-pollution measures in the National Capital Region (NCR), shifting from GRAP Stage 4 to GRAP-2 due to improved air quality. However, the court mandated immediate implementation of GRAP-3 if the Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeds 350 and GRAP-4 if it surpasses 400.

The Times of India 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' box office collection Day 2 early estimates

Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' continues its box office domination after a record-breaking opening day. Early estimates project a slight dip on Friday, yet the film remains on track for a phenomenal weekend. The Hindi version alone scored a remarkable Rs 65-67 crore net on day one, surpassing even Shah Rukh Khan's 'Jawan'.

The Times of India Pakistanis can now enter Bangladesh without security clearance

Bangladesh's interim government has waived the security clearance requirement for Pakistani visa applicants, signaling a potential thaw in bilateral relations. This move follows the recent allowance of direct cargo shipments from Karachi to Chittagong, further suggesting improving ties between the two nations after a period of tension.