The Times of India Dhanashree slams 'character assassination' by faceless trolls

Amid rumours of a divorce between cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his wife Dhanashree Verma, the latter addressed baseless allegations and character assassination by trolls on social media. Both unfollowed each other recently, fueling the speculation. Dhanashree stressed on holding on to her values and focusing on the truth.

The Times of India Writer-filmmaker Pritish Nandy passes away at 73

Renowned poet, writer, filmmaker, and former Rajya Sabha member Pritish Nandy passed away at his Mumbai home. Actor Anupam Kher expressed his grief and highlighted Nandy’s fearless personality, their close friendship, and his contributions to Indian media. Nandy was remembered as a strong support system and an inspiring figure in Kher’s early career.

The Times of India Isro again postpones its first-ever attempt at space docking

Isro postponed the docking of two SpaDeX satellites set for January 9. The satellites drifted too far apart during a maneuver on January 8. After the launch on December 30, Isro had been preparing for the docking. Docking in space is complex and only the US, Russia, and China have mastered it.

The Times of India Trump nixes Nato and conquers Canada — cartographically

US President-elect Donald Trump has called for Canada to become the 51st state and questioned Denmark's control of Greenland, suggesting the US might need it for national security. He also criticized NATO, defended Russia's stance on Ukraine, and proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf America.

The Times of India This Bihar family spent 18 months in jail for murder that never occurred

Four siblings and their father in Rohtas spent 18 months in jail for kidnapping and murder of Nathuni Pal, who was found alive 16 years later. The wrongful accusation led to social stigma and financial ruin. The police recently identified Nathuni in Jhansi, alleviating the family's hardship and confirming their innocence.

The Times of India Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says he will be delighted to see Donald Trump but…

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is open to meeting President-elect Donald Trump at his resort but hasn't received an invitation yet. Other notable tech leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, Tim Cook, and Sundar Pichai have already met with Trump. Elon Musk has become a key intermediary for securing a meeting with Trump, complicating matters for some, including OpenAI's Sam Altman.

The Times of India Sam Altman denies lawsuit alleging sexual abuse by sister

Ann Altman has accused her brother, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, of years of sexual abuse beginning when she was three years old. Filed in a Missouri court, the lawsuit details allegations of rape, molestation, and other abuses. Sam Altman and the family deny the allegations, expressing concern for Ann's mental health.

The Times of India Father set on fire by daughters after rape in Pakistan

Two teenage step-sisters in Gujranwala, Pakistan, have been arrested for allegedly killing their father by setting him on fire as revenge for rape. The father died from injuries sustained in the attack. The girls stated they sought a permanent solution for the alleged abuse, according to police reports.

The Times of India Pakistani Grooming Gangs: Why British-Indians are angry with Starmer

British Indian and Sikh leaders argue that such terminology unfairly stigmatizes entire Asian communities, including Indians, Sri Lankans, and others, for crimes predominantly linked to men of Pakistani heritage. “We are dismayed that the PM chose to whitewash this heinous atrocity with the word ‘Asian,’” said Krishna Bhan, Chair of the Hindu Council UK. “Our Hindu and Sikh girls were also victims of these grooming gangs, and using this vague term insults all Asians.”

The Times of India LA wildfire: Satellite images, videos show intensity of blazes from sky

The Times of India Andhra to overhaul intermediate education system, introduce major reforms

The Andhra Pradesh government is set to reform its intermediate education system, including canceling first-year public exams. Instead, colleges will conduct internal exams, mirroring the CBSE model, while the Intermediate Board will focus on second-year public exams. New NCERT textbooks will be introduced in 2025–26, aligning the state with national standards. The reforms aim to modernize the curriculum, improve exam transparency, and better prepare students for competitive exams. Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback by January 26, 2025.

The Times of India Delhi polls: Atishi writes to CEC again over 'manipulation' of voter lists

Delhi CM Atishi raised concerns over alleged voter list irregularities in New Delhi constituency, seeking an urgent meeting with the chief election commissioner. She highlighted the issue's critical impact on upcoming assembly polls, stressing the need for transparency and fair election processes.

The Times of India California wildfire: No water for firefighters? Crying people flee in chaos

The Times of India 'Service of people of Andhra our resolve': PM Modi in Visakhapatnam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Visakhapatnam, launching projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore to boost the development of Andhra Pradesh. The plans include making Andhra Pradesh a $2.5 trillion economy by 2047, setting up a green hydrogen hub, and advancing railway electrification and urban modernization.

The Times of India Members of pro-paedophile outfit still have contacts with kids: Report

A confidential 1970s list reveals over 300 individuals linked to the Paedophile Information Exchange, which advocated for legalizing child sex. Some listed members may still work with children, but no evidence of abuse has been found. Names include teachers, social workers, and youth workers.