The Times of India Beta-blockers can lead to low potassium levels: Govt body

The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission has warned that beta-blockers, commonly prescribed for irregular heartbeat and hypertension, can cause hypokalaemia or dangerously low potassium levels. The alert stresses monitoring for adverse reactions and encourages reporting them. Elderly and diuretic-using patients should be especially cautious, though such side-effects are rare. Cardiologists advise careful use and monitoring of these drugs.

The Times of India Who is Hussain Sajwani? Man behind Trump's $20bn US data center plan

The Times of India Skull and bones of 'multiple females' found in fridge at abandoned Kerala house

Chottanikkara police are investigating the discovery of a human skull and skeletal parts found in an abandoned house, which forensic experts believe were intended for academic purposes. The bones, possibly from multiple females, require forensic analysis to determine their age. The house owner’s, a doctor's, statement is being recorded.

The Times of India Elon Musk's Starlink gets a new rival from Toyota

Toyota is investing $44 million in Japanese rocket startup Interstellar Technologies, aiming to mass-produce lightweight rockets and compete in the commercial space industry. This investment, made through Toyota's Woven subsidiary, aligns with Japan’s efforts to boost its private space sector and positioning Toyota to challenge SpaceX.

The Times of India British Indians furious at being smeared with ‘Asian grooming gangs’ label

British Indians express outrage at UK PM Keir Starmer's use of the term 'Asian grooming gangs,' citing unfair generalization and smearing their communities. They demand accurate representation of the perpetrators' ethnicity to avoid tarnishing unrelated groups. Skepticism remains over political correctness hindering truthful discourse.

The Times of India V Narayanan appointed new Isro chairman

V Narayanan has been appointed as the new Chairman of ISRO, succeeding S Somanath. Narayanan, currently Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre, will begin his tenure on Jan 14, 2025, for a two-year period. With nearly four decades of experience, he has significantly contributed to major ISRO projects, including the CE20 Cryogenic Engine for GSLV Mk III.

The Times of India Delhi signed off 2024 as India’s 2nd most polluted city

Delhi remains one of India's most polluted cities, with PM2.5 levels averaging 107 µg/m³ in 2024. Despite some improvements, high vehicle density, poor regulation of industrial emissions, and seasonal stubble burning contribute significantly to air pollution. The report recommends enhanced public transportation, effective dust management, and regional coordination to address agricultural waste burning, targeting a 40% reduction by 2026.

The Times of India Kannadigas living in China dismiss talk of HMPV scare, say life is normal

Life in China remains normal despite concerns in Karnataka about human metapneumovirus infections. Kannadigas in China report no signs of an outbreak. Videos show busy streets, open malls, and calm hospitals with no overcrowding. People are urged not to panic based on misleading social media posts.

The Times of India Toxins in Mumbai air now worse than in pre-Covid year

Air quality in Mumbai has deteriorated since the pandemic, with a 2.6% increase in toxic PM2.5 levels compared to 2019. Industrial areas and eastern suburbs are identified as pollution hot spots. While there have been more 'good air' days, ongoing urban expansion and vehicular density continue to pose challenges.

The Times of India Is John Cena done with WWE? The icon speaks out on his future

John Cena will retire from WWE in December 2025. He plans to stay with the company after retiring from in-ring competition. Cena aims to win a 17th World Championship at WrestleMania and participate in the Royal Rumble match. He is looking forward to revisiting his past roles during his farewell tour.

The Times of India Elon Musk responds to Facebook ‘dumping’ fact checkers, for X-like feature: This is …

Meta is replacing its third-party fact-checking system in the US with a community-driven approach, similar to Elon Musk's X platform, allowing users to add contextual notes to posts. This decision follows criticism of excessive content moderation and aligns with the incoming Trump administration's stance.

The Times of India 'Influenced by online videos': Husband murders woman, targets friend for next kill

Dhanraj, arrested for killing his wife Deepa in Dabri, intended to murder her friend due to suspicions of an affair. Influenced by online videos, Dhanraj attempted to dismember his wife's body but failed. He hid the body in their home before fleeing. The case came to light on January 3.

The Times of India Elon Musk's one-word take on alarming population decline in India and China

The Times of India Newlywed killed by husband in UP over Rs 5,000 demand

A 22-year-old woman was killed by her husband in Dhampur, Bijnor district, over her family’s inability to provide Rs 5,000. The husband, Shoeb Ahmad, demanded money from his in-laws and, upon their refusal, fatally assaulted his wife. Police have detained Shoeb and his father, Anees Ahmad, and an investigation is ongoing.

The Times of India McDonald's becomes latest US firm to roll back diversity norms

McDonald's updates its DEI policies, influenced by the US Supreme Court's decision to ban affirmative action in college admissions, and aligns with other companies scaling back such initiatives. Despite retiring diversity goals for senior leadership and supplier programs, McDonald's reaffirms its commitment to fostering inclusion.