Times of India

Law Minister Arjun Meghwal introduced 'one nation, one election' bills, facing strong opposition. The bills failed to secure the required two-thirds majority. Opposition parties criticized the move as an attack on federalism, while the government defended it as constitutional. Home Minister Amit Shah revealed PM Modi's suggestion to send the bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for further review.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that from 2025, the NTA will stop conducting recruitment exams and focus solely on higher education entrance tests. Reforms follow controversies like NEET UG leaks and UGC NET irregularities. A government panel, led by Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, recommended restructuring NTA to improve exam security, accountability, and operational efficiency.

India's lower order staged a thrilling fightback against Australia at the Gabba, narrowly avoiding the follow-on on another rain-affected day. Jasprit Bumrah and debutant Akash Deep's unbeaten 39-run partnership, punctuated by a six each, proved crucial. Akash Deep's 27* turned out to be the second-highest score by an Indian No. 11 in Australia.

India narrowly averted the follow-on in the third Test against Australia in Brisbane, thanks to a crucial last-wicket partnership between Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep. In reply to Australia's 445 runs, India reached 252/9 at stumps on Day 4, with Akash (27*) and Bumrah (10*) adding an unbeaten 39 runs for the 10th wicket.

The NBA Emirates Cup final is set. The Thunder will clash with the Bucks on December 15, 2024, at 7:00 pm ET. The game will occur at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. Giannis and the Bucks are favored. Catch the action on fuboTV, NBA League Pass, FanDuel Sports Network - Southwest, or FDSNNOX.

KL Rahul received a massive lifeline early on Day 4 at the Gabba when Steve Smith dropped a straightforward catch off Pat Cummins. Rahul, then on 33, capitalized on this reprieve, reaching his 17th Test fifty. Commentator Brad Haddin criticized Smith's lapse in concentration. Rahul played with assurance, judiciously leaving deliveries and defending solidly.

A 13-year-old girl suffered a severe scalp injury on a swing at a Tikamgarh fair when her hair got entangled. She was transported to Jhansi for surgery after initial treatment at the district hospital. The swing operator also sustained a fractured leg trying to halt the ride.

The government's PAN 2.0 project introduces enhanced PAN cards with improved security features. However, scammers are exploiting the rollout by tricking individuals into paying for unnecessarily for new cards.

Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh sparked controversy over his spelling of "Punjab" as "PANJAB" in a social media post, attributing it to a conspiracy. He defended his choice, emphasizing the word's meaning and criticizing the use of English for such theories. Guru Randhawa's subsequent posts urging unity and patriotism fueled speculation of a connection to the controversy.

Canadian Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland's shocking resignation throws Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government into turmoil amidst economic woes and US trade threats. Freeland's scathing criticism of Trudeau's fiscal policies, coupled with looming tariffs from the US, leaves Canada vulnerable. Trudeau's weakening grip on power, reflected in declining poll numbers and cabinet exits, raises questions about his political future.

Pat Cummins' superb spell dismantled Rohit Sharma's innings in Brisbane, extending the Indian captain's struggles in Australia. Sharma's loose push at a good-length delivery led to his dismissal, highlighting a lack of confidence and the weight of past failures. Despite Australia being a bowler down, Sharma couldn't capitalize, adding to his string of disappointing performances.

India pulled off a dramatic escape on Day 4 of the third Test against Australia at the Gabba, narrowly avoiding the follow-on. A spirited unbeaten last-wicket stand of 39 runs between Akash Deep (27*) and Jasprit Bumrah (10*) propelled India past the follow-on target of 246, ending the day at 252/9.

China has denied allegations that businessman Yang Tengbo used his ties with Britain's Prince Andrew for espionage. Yang, banned from the UK, insists he's done nothing unlawful and is a victim of changing political climates. Prince Andrew confirmed he cut contact with Yang after security concerns arose, stating no sensitive information was exchanged.

Two people operating an unlicensed tattoo parlor in Trichy were arrested by police. The duo advertised extreme body modifications like tongue splitting and eyeball tattooing on social media. Authorities discovered surgical equipment during an inspection and sealed the shop due to public health risks. The owner, who reportedly received eyeball tattooing in Mumbai, lacked proper training.

The opposition parties have rejected the 'One Nation, One Election' bill, set to be tabled in the Lok Sabha. Congress, SP, and Shiv Sena (UBT) criticized the bill as unconstitutional, undemocratic, and an attempt to centralize power.

A Sambhal temple reopened after 46 years of abandonment. The temple was closed due to the 1978 riots. Many Hindu families fled the area during that time. The district administration renamed the temple Sambhaleshwar Mahadev. Idols of other deities were discovered in a well. The temple will be restored.

Stock market crash today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, crashed in trade on Tuesday. While BSE Sensex went below the 81,000 level, Nifty50 was just above 24,300.

Former Pakistani minister Chaudhry Fawad Hussain praised Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi for carrying a "Palestine" bag to Parliament, drawing criticism from the BJP, who accused her of "appeasement." Gandhi defended her action, stating it was her choice of attire and rejecting the BJP's patriarchal critique. This follows Gandhi's recent display of solidarity with Palestine by wearing a keffiyeh.

A former CIA officer suggests the recent surge in Northeast drone sightings could be a classified government exercise testing evasion or detection technology. This theory contrasts with federal officials downplaying the incidents, despite receiving thousands of tips. The lack of transparency fuels public concern and speculation about the drones' true purpose.