The Times of India Watch: Thousands across Gaza celebrate Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal

Gazans celebrated with chants and embraces as news of a ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas was announced, ending over 15 months of conflict. The agreement includes the release of 33 hostages and marks a significant moment of relief and mixed emotions for the Palestinian people after the prolonged devastation.

The Times of India 'Oligarchy of ultra-wealthy taking shape': Top quotes from Biden's farewell address

The Times of India Ram Charan's ‘Game Changer’ day 6 box office collection

Ram Charan and Kiara Advani's 'Game Changer' opened with Rs 51 crore, surpassing 'Pushpa 2.' Despite starting strong, it saw a decline in daily earnings, reaching Rs 112.76 crore in six days. The film faced criticism for allegedly inflated Day 1 box office figures, reporting Rs 186 crore globally.

The Times of India 'Shook some empires that needed shaking': Hindenburg Research to shut down

Hindenburg Research, known for its impactful short-selling reports, is shutting down as announced by founder Nate Anderson. Since 2017, the firm has uncovered alleged corporate fraud, including claims against the Adani Group, causing significant market value losses. While Anderson cites no specific reason, he plans to open-source Hindenburg’s methodology and support his employees’ future endeavors.

The Times of India Shreyas Iyer signs autograph, clicks selfie with fan girl

Shreyas Iyer's heartfelt interaction with a fan showcases his humble nature. Iyer, who led KKR to IPL victory in 2024, is set to captain Punjab Kings in the upcoming season. PBKS signed him for a record Rs 26.75 crore. Iyer and head coach Ricky Ponting aim to secure PBKS’s first IPL title.

The Times of India Buy or sell: Stock recommendations by brokers for today

Axis Securities recommends buying REC Ltd due to strong power capex, improving asset quality, and steady return ratios. Emkay Global gives a 'buy' for PayTM citing recent regulatory approval and rising revenues. InCred Equities holds on HDFC AMC with limited upside. Elara Securities favors Trent for its successful growth strategies while Yes Securities backs Angel One despite recent regulation impacts.

The Times of India Fog havoc in Delhi, Grap-4 back as air turns severe

Dense fog in Delhi caused near-zero visibility until noon, disrupting air, rail, and road traffic. The resulting spike in air pollution led to severe levels by evening, prompting the enforcement of Grap-4 pollution control measures. These include a ban on certain vehicles, halting construction, and the hybrid operation of schools. Visibility began improving after midday.

The Times of India New HQ symbolises Congress’ glorious history, says Kharge

Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge inaugurate the Congress party's new headquarters, Indira Bhavan, signifying its historic legacy. The building symbolizes the party's 140-year-old history and struggle. The Congress library there will be dedicated to former PM Manmohan Singh, highlighting the party's continued dedication to its past leaders.

The Times of India 1cr voters’ addition between LS and Maha polls questionable: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has raised concerns about the sudden increase of one crore voters between the Lok Sabha and Maharashtra assembly elections. He criticized the Election Commission for not providing voters' lists and accused BJP and RSS of misusing state institutions to undermine a fair electoral process.

The Times of India Bhagwat's 'true independence' remark akin to treason: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi called RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remark that true independence came with the Ayodhya temple inauguration as 'treason,' challenging the Constitution and freedom struggle's significance. Gandhi accused BJP-RSS of capturing institutions and undermining India's historical struggle. Congress president Kharge condemned Bhagwat's statement, asserting RSS-BJP's lack of participation in the freedom struggle and their overemphasis on the Ayodhya temple.

The Times of India Rahul Gandhi says Congress 'fighting Indian state'; BJP reacts

BJP leaders, including president J P Nadda, strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's remark about fighting the BJP, RSS, and the Indian state. They accused him of aligning with subversive forces and claimed his statement confirmed Congress's alleged ties with 'urban Naxals'. Union ministers Nirmala Sitharaman and Dharmendra Pradhan also condemned his comments, arguing they reflect a dangerous and divisive mindset.

The Times of India SpaceX launches 3 Indian startups' high-tech sats

Indian space-tech startups Pixxel, Digantara, and XDLINX Space Labs successfully launch satellites to monitor earth and space objects aboard SpaceX's Transporter-12 mission. Pixxel's Firefly constellation achieves India's first private satellite constellation with high-resolution imaging. Digantara enhances space safety, and XDLINX introduces E-band communication technology.

The Times of India World leaders react to historic ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas

The United States and Qatar have facilitated a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, ending a 15-month conflict. The deal includes a hostage exchange and aims for a permanent ceasefire, complete Israeli withdrawal, and the reconstruction of Gaza. US President Joe Biden, President-elect Donald Trump, and former President Barack Obama have all expressed their support for the agreement.

The Times of India For jumbo's sake, Hampi temple peels off bananas

In an effort to maintain cleanliness and safeguard the welfare of its temple elephant, the centuries-old Virupaksha Temple in Hampi has banned bananas on its premises. Increased tourist activity, which includes feeding bananas to the temple's elephant, Laxmi, has led to leftover bananas and plastic bags littering the area. The ban aims to ensure the sacred site remains clean and to protect Laxmi from distress.

The Times of India IMD: Extreme weather events caused 3,200+ deaths in 2024

In 2024, India experienced over 3,200 deaths due to extreme weather events. Notably, lightning and thunderstorms claimed 1,374 lives, floods and heavy rains caused 1,287 fatalities, and heat waves led to 459 deaths. The year was the hottest on record, with significant temperature increases across various regions. Additionally, several cities reported new temperature and rainfall records, highlighting the impact of climate change.