Times of India

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized Congress for their sudden reverence for B.R. Ambedkar, calling it "crocodile tears." He highlighted a 2012 NCERT cartoon depicting Nehru whipping Ambedkar, suggesting Congress's historical disrespect. Pradhan contrasted this with PM Modi's honoring of Ambedkar, accusing Congress of harboring hatred towards him from Nehru to Rahul Gandhi.

Amazon India is revising its Prime Video usage terms. From January, 2025, a single Prime membership will allow streaming on up to five devices, but only two of those can be TVs. This change means households streaming Prime Video on more than two televisions will need a separate subscription for each additional TV.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) filed a case against former minister KT Rama Rao, ex-principal secretary Aravind Kumar, and HMDA chief engineer BLN Reddy for alleged financial irregularities. They are accused of diverting Rs. 55 crores to a London-based company during the Formula E racing event in Hyderabad.

Rahul Gandhi denied BJP's accusations of shoving their MPs, claiming it's a tactic to divert attention from Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar and the Adani issue. Gandhi and Kharge demanded Shah's apology and resignation. The BJP accused Gandhi of "goondaism" and deliberately scuffling with their MPs, escalating the political clash.

Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the restoration of statehood for the region. Abdullah sought a timeline for the process and clarification on the government's authority under the current Union Territory status. He expressed optimism about the restoration and highlighted the need to address various issues with the Home Minister.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are one of the most celebrated couples in Bollywood, and the duo never fails to grab headlines when it comes to their dreamy family life, including their children, Vamika and Akaay. Earlier this year, rumours began circulating that the family might make a permanent move to London. These rumours were given further credibility when his childhood coach addressed the matter and shared information about Virat’s decision to move to London with Anushka and the children.

BJP and Congress MPs clashed outside Parliament, leading to accusations of assault from both sides. BJP's Pratap Sarangi alleged Rahul Gandhi pushed an MP, while Congress President Kharge claimed BJP MPs injured his knee. Both parties filed police complaints, with BJP accusing Gandhi of assault and Congress alleging misbehavior against Kharge.

Canada plans to overhaul its Express Entry immigration system by eliminating points for job offers backed by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to combat fraud. This change could significantly impact Indian applicants, who constitute a large portion of successful candidates.

The New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves are set to clash at the Target Center on December 19, 2024, at 9:30 PM ET. Both teams are coming off recent wins, setting the stage for a competitive matchup. The Knicks boast a deeper roster, while the Timberwolves rely on the star power of Edwards and Gobert.

Putin declared Russia's readiness for a "missile duel" with the US, showcasing the Oreshnik hypersonic missile. He confirmed plans to meet Assad and expressed willingness to engage with Trump. Putin also addressed Russia's economic overheating, supporting the central bank's measures to curb inflation and projecting slower growth in 2025.

India will play its matches in next year’s Champions Trophy at a neutral venue, having refused to travel to host nation and arch-rival Pakistan, the International Cricket Council announced on Thursday after weeks of deliberations. In return, Pakistan will play its matches in future ICC tournaments hosted by India at neutral venues. The agreement also covers the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, hosted by India, and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the ICC statement confirmed.

Spin-bowling all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement from international cricket in the middle of the Test series in Australia has sparked debate. Former Pakistan player Basit Ali believes if Virat Kohli was India captain, he would have persuaded Ashwin to delay the announcement until after the Border Gavaskar Trophy, citing India needing his services in the Sydney Test.

The US government backs India's extradition request for Tahawwur Rana, a suspect in the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Rana, fighting extradition, petitioned the Supreme Court, but the US Solicitor General urged the court to deny his plea.

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh rejected an impeachment notice against Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar filed by 60 opposition members. The notice, alleging bias, was deemed flawed, hasty, and designed to damage Dhankhar's reputation. Harivansh criticized the opposition's attempt to undermine constitutional institutions and personally target the Vice President with unfounded claims.

Ravichandran Ashwin retired from cricket after the drawn third Test against Australia. Kapil Dev felt Ashwin's farewell was inadequate. Ashwin took 537 Test wickets and 765 international wickets. He played 106 Tests, 116 ODIs, and 65 T20Is. He was part of India's 2011 World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy wins. Ashwin announced his retirement alongside Rohit Sharma in the post-match press conference.

BJP MP Phangnon Konyak has accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of misbehaving with her during a Parliament protest. Konyak alleges Gandhi's close proximity and loud voice made her uncomfortable. This follows another incident where a BJP MP accused Gandhi of pushing him. Gandhi denies the allegations, claiming BJP MPs obstructed him.

Virat Kohli clashed with the media at Melbourne Airport, believing his children were being filmed. He expressed his need for privacy, especially around his family. The misunderstanding was cleared up, with Kohli shaking hands with the cameraperson before leaving for the team hotel. Kohli and the Indian team will next be involved in the Boxing Day Test.

Roman Reigns, following his Survivor Series triumph, remains a captivating enigma. Paul Heyman's cryptic remarks about a private jet meeting with Reigns have ignited speculation about the Bloodline's future. With Reigns set to face Solo Sikoa in a Tribal Combat match, tensions are high. This upcoming SmackDown clash could either solidify the faction or shatter it, reshaping the WWE landscape.

A French court sentenced Dominique Pelicot to 20 years for drugging and orchestrating the rapes of his ex-wife. Over 20 men were also found guilty. Pelicot drugged Gisèle for years and invited men to assault her. He also filmed the crimes. Police found evidence suggesting Pelicot abused his daughter. Gisèle's bravery has made her a symbol for survivors.