The Times of India We don't hire drivers; they hire us: Ola on sexual abuse complaint

In a temporary relief for Ola, Karnataka High Court stayed a single-bench order that directed the company to pay Rs 5.5 lakh penalty for failing to address a sexual harassment complaint. Ola argued that their drivers are independent contractors, not employees, potentially affecting PoSH Act applicability.

The Times of India Urdu is complex, phase it out of police parlance, says Raj mantri

Rajasthan's home department plans to replace Urdu and Persian terms in police records with Hindi or English alternatives, citing comprehension issues for new recruits and the public. This change aims to reduce communication errors. Home minister Bedham mentions PM Modi's prior suggestion to use more accessible language in official documentation.

The Times of India Amethi family murder: 'Killer was in relationship with teacher's wife'

In Amethi, a Dalit schoolteacher, his wife, and two daughters were brutally murdered by Chandan Verma, who was in love with the teacher's wife, Poonam Bharti. Police claim Sunil Kumar discovered his wife's affair, prompting Chandan's vengeful attack after lodging a harassment FIR against him.

The Times of India China outpacing India in technology, defence production & infrastructure, says IAF chief

In response to China's enhanced air combat capabilities along the frontier, the Indian Air Force is upgrading its airbases and expediting the delivery of Tejas fighters. Despite technological lags, the IAF emphasizes training to maintain combat readiness, with plans to boost indigenous production and infrastructure development.

The Times of India Polls no solution to Kashmir issue, talks only way forward: Mirwaiz Umar

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq asserts dialogue as the sole resolution for the Kashmir issue, criticizing the effectiveness of elections and violence. He underscores the longstanding political dispute and the need for genuine efforts toward peace, urging the Indian government for meaningful talks.

The Times of India Will 5 J&K MLAs be nominated before result? Opposition cries foul

Opposition parties in Jammu and Kashmir have criticized the BJP's move to nominate five MLAs before forming the government. This would increase the legislative assembly size and potentially manipulate the majority. Congress deems this action anti-democratic and manipulative of the people's mandate.

The Times of India 'Today 5 people will die,' posted 'killer' before wiping out family

In UP's Amethi, a govt school teacher, his wife, and their two daughters were killed by Chandan Verma, an allegedly jealous lover. Verma, who is on the run, had posted a WhatsApp status indicating his intent. The family had filed a complaint against him in August.

The Times of India Criticism of government no ground for criminal case against scribe: SC

Supreme Court restrained the UP government from taking coercive action against journalist Abhishek Upadhyaya for publishing an article with a casteist tilt. Emphasizing the protection of journalists' rights under Article 19(1)(a), the court highlighted that criticizing the government should not lead to criminal prosecution.

The Times of India Mobiles, smart appliances top festive e-shopping list

Shoppers favored mobile phones and electronics in the initial week of online festive sales, with platforms like Amazon and Flipkart achieving over Rs 54,500 crore in sales, a 26% increase year-on-year. High-end smartphones, including iPhone 15 and Samsung's Galaxy S23 FE, were popular. Premium consumer durables also saw significant demand, especially via EMI purchases in smaller cities.

The Times of India Forex kitty hits $700 billion for 1st time, up $13 billion in week

India's forex reserves hit an all-time high of $704.8 billion, driven by a surge in foreign assets and gold reserves. This milestone makes India the fourth country to achieve such reserves, highlighting robust capital flows and the effective tenure of RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.

The Times of India Illegitimate son eligible for compassionate employment: HC

The Times of India SC constitutes new SIT to probe Tirupati laddu row

The Supreme Court has ordered an independent SIT, including officers from CBI, Andhra Pradesh Police, and FSSAI, to investigate allegations of adulteration in the Tirupati laddu prasadam. This decision follows multiple PILs and seeks to ensure an unbiased probe, stressing the potential impact on the sentiments of millions of devotees.

The Times of India Instagram post that helped Police crack Unani doctor's murder

A Unani doctor, Javed Akhtar, was shot dead in his cabin at a Delhi nursing home by two teenagers. The suspects were motivated by the promise of marriage and financial gain from the husband of a nurse, who suspected Akhtar of having an affair with his wife.

The Times of India Indonesia bans the Chinese app that was most-downloaded in US in 2023

Indonesia upholds its ban on the e-commerce platform Temu, citing potential harm to small businesses and violation of trade regulations. Communications Minister Budi Arie Setiadi emphasizes Temu's direct sales model bypasses required intermediaries. The Chinese app, facing registration issues, poses a significant challenge to traditional retailers in the US.

The Times of India Still overflying Israel? GPS spoofing showing wrong flights routings cause concern

Due to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, flights are avoiding airspace in Israel, Iran, Iraq, and Jordan. However, GPS spoofing is causing confusion with flight tracking systems showing incorrect routes. Airlines, including Lufthansa, are using alternative navigation methods to ensure safety and proper routing.