The Times of India Top stock recommendations for January 15

Stock market recommendations: Stock picks for today include CONCOR with a buy range of Rs 760 - Rs 740, ITC near Rs 435, and Tata Steel near Rs 125. Analysts suggest these stocks due to key support levels observed in their charts. Specific stop-loss and target points are provided for each stock.

The Times of India FIR filed against AAP for AI-generated videos on PM Modi, Amit Shah

Delhi Police filed an FIR against AAP for allegedly posting AI-generated photos and videos of PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah on its official X handle. The content, involving AI-deepfake technology, portrayed BJP leaders in a negative light. AAP claims this is BJP's tactic as elections approach, alleging diversion from real issues and accusing BJP of illegal voter manipulation.

The Times of India Meta to lay off 3,600 employees; have decided to raise the bar, says Zuckerberg

Meta plans to lay off approximately 3,600 employees identified as low performers to raise performance standards. CEO Mark Zuckerberg confirmed the move, emphasizing extensive performance-based cuts. Affected employees will be notified by February 10. This follows previous waves of job cuts and policy shifts. Meta's shares fell after the announcement, reflecting investor concerns about the company's direction.

The Times of India Dense fog engulfs Delhi-NCR; morning commute, train services hit

Dense fog covered Delhi, causing disruptions in daily life with reduced visibility and cold temperatures. Flight operations continue, but delays are expected. Train delays are reported as well. Delhi's air quality remains poor, exacerbating health issues. The maximum temperature was 21.2°C, and the minimum was 8.9°C. Improvement in fog conditions is expected by afternoon.

The Times of India 'A wake up call for India': Chandrababu Naidu bats for more children per family

Andhra Pradesh CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu has once again underscored the need for families to bear more children to counteract the aging population, warning that India might face severe demographic challenges if current family planning policies continue. Naidu suggests policy changes and emphasizes proactive measures to leverage demographic dividends by 2047.

The Times of India 'Complying with investigators to avoid bloodshed': South Korean President Yoon arrested

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was detained by authorities following his declaration of martial law in December, which he claimed was to counter an 'anti-state' opposition. A multi-day operation involving over 1,000 officers culminated in his arrest, leading to a focus on the Constitutional Court's deliberations on his impeachment.

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The Times of India 'No farewell needed': R Ashwin opens up on retirement decision

Ravichandran Ashwin addressed his retirement from international cricket, stating that a farewell game wasn't necessary. He retired after the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, feeling his creativity on the field had ended. Ashwin emphasised the importance of ending his career on his terms and expressed his intention to continue playing cricket elsewhere.

The Times of India ‘Game Changer’ box office collection: Ram Charan starrer crosses Rs 100 cr mark

Ram Charan and Kiara Advani's 'Game Changer' launched with box office success, hitting Rs. 100 crore in its first week despite a decline from its opening day. The political drama sparked controversy over inflated earnings claims. The film's collections are showing signs of recovery.

The Times of India SEC sues Elon Musk over delayed Twitter stock disclosure

The SEC has sued Elon Musk, accusing him of failing to disclose his Twitter stock ownership on time before his acquisition of the platform in 2022. The delay allegedly allowed Musk to buy shares at a lower price, underpaying by at least $150 million.

The Times of India SA20: Super Kings spin trio dismantle Super Giants in 28-run victory

Joburg Super Kings triumphed over Durban's Super Giants with a 28-run victory in their SA20 clash, thanks to standout performances from spinners Tabraiz Shamsi, Donovan Ferreira, and Imran Tahir. Chasing 169/7, the Super Giants were bowled out for 141, despite Quinton de Kock's 55. Spinners secured JSK's second consecutive win.

The Times of India South Korea: Officials enter presidential palace to arrest President Yoon

Hundreds of law enforcement officials in South Korea resumed efforts Wednesday to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol at his residence in Seoul, after his martial law declaration and subsequent impeachment. Despite court warrants and police deployment, his presidential security team continues to block attempts to execute the detention. Yoon has not left his official residence in Seoul for weeks, and the presidential security service prevented dozens of investigators from detaining him after a nearly six-hour standoff on January 3.

The Times of India ILT20: Desert Vipers beat Gulf Giants for second consecutive win in season 3

Desert Vipers secured their second win in ILT20 Season 3, defeating Gulf Giants by six wickets. Sam Curran's unbeaten 42 and Sherfane Rutherford's explosive 40 off 18 balls guided the Vipers to reach the target of 120 in 17.4 overs. Lockie Ferguson and Mohammad Amir's bowling limited the Giants to 119/9 despite James Vince's valiant 76.

The Times of India Wholesale inflation rises to 2.4% in December

Wholesale price inflation accelerated in December to 2.4% annually due to rising prices of some manufactured products and non-food items. Food articles inflation eased slightly to 8.5%, with vegetables at 28.7%. Potato inflation surged to 93.2%. Manufactured product prices increased by 2.1%.

The Times of India Pharma, med-tech seek sops to boost research

In efforts to boost innovation, pharma and med-tech sectors in India seek a 10% allocation from the National Research Fund, reinstatement of 200% weighted deductions for R&D, and tax incentives for AI research in the Union Budget. They also call for reduced import duties and GST on medical devices to enhance affordability and ensure quality healthcare for patients.