Times of India

A US district judge issued a nationwide preliminary injunction blocking President Trump’s executive order to restrict birthright citizenship. The order aimed to deny citizenship to children born in the US to non-citizen parents. The ruling cited conflict with the Fourteenth Amendment and potential irreparable harm to families. The lawsuit is likely to reach the US Supreme Court.

Newly uncovered documents reveal Hamas tortured and executed members suspected of same-sex relationships. A morality check system identified recruits failing to meet ideological standards, leading to severe punishments, including the 2016 execution of commander Mahmoud Ishtiwi for alleged homosexual activities and other offenses.

Shreyas Iyer returns to India squad for the ODI series against England as a preparation for the Champions Trophy. In a video shared by the BCCI, Iyer emphasizes the importance of self-belief and staying present, highlighting his recent domestic successes and determination to excel.

A Sydney couple discovered 102 snakes in their backyard after seeking assistance for four. Snake catcher Dylan unearthed baby red-bellied black snakes and five adults within three hours, with two females giving birth during capture. The couple contacted officials after their dog survived a red-bellied black snake bite during Christmas.

The FCC released a transcript of a contentious "60 Minutes" interview with Kamala Harris, amid Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against CBS. The interview excerpt was edited for brevity, sparking allegations of news distortion. The FCC plans to seek public comment on the complaint.

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee called Tata Sons chairperson Natarajan Chandrasekharan to attend the Bengal Global Business Summit. Although unable to attend, he expressed a desire to invest more in Bengal. Banerjee also requested a direct flight from Kolkata to Europe. Chandrasekharan promised to discuss future plans and explore the flight possibility.

Indian deportees from the US, arriving in Amritsar, shared their harrowing experiences using the "donkey route" for illegal immigration. Facing starvation, witnessing deaths, and financial losses marked their journey. Spending significant amounts, they were ultimately deceived by travel agents. The 104 returnees endured a tough journey, with many borrowing money to pursue the American dream.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized US President Trump's suggestion of taking over the Gaza Strip, calling it 'bizarre' and 'unacceptable.' He emphasized a two-state solution for sustainable peace. Trump's remarks were also condemned by Hamas and other Palestinian leaders, warning that such plans could destabilize the region. Calls for clear stance from the Indian government were made.

Four heirs to Mumbai's wealthy business families, Aryan Zaveri, Vrushti Bauva, Dhruti Nagda, and Yuti Shah, have chosen monkhood over luxury. They will publicly renounce their material possessions in the Varshi Daan procession, marking the start of their spiritual journey. Despite numerous efforts by their families to deter them, their commitment to asceticism remained unwavering.

Three teachers from a government school in Krishnagiri have been arrested for gang-raping a 13-year-old student. The incident was reported when the headmistress visited the girl's home after her prolonged absence. The victim is receiving mental health support and the accused face charges under the Pocso Act.

The Congress in Punjab has criticized the Centre for allowing a US military plane carrying deported Indians to land in Amritsar rather than Delhi, accusing it of creating a 'defaming narrative.' They highlighted that most deportees were from states like Gujarat, not Punjab, questioning the selective landing decision.

Kangana Ranaut announced her new cafe in the Himalayas, which she calls a 'most special project' close to her roots. The cafe will offer Himachali dishes. She shared nostalgic thoughts about her decade-old dream of opening a cafe. Kangana tagged Deepika Padukone, reminding her of the promise to be her first client.