Times of India

A Copa Airlines flight from Brazil to Panama experienced a harrowing near-disaster when a passenger, armed with a plastic knife, attempted to open the emergency door. Passengers bravely intervened, subduing the man until authorities apprehended him upon landing. The airline commended both the crew and passengers for their quick action in ensuring the safety of everyone on board.

Donald Trump, re-elected as the US President, received congratulatory messages from world leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who expressed eagerness to strengthen bilateral ties. Trump's victory sparked optimism in US markets, with stocks and cryptocurrency surging. Meanwhile, Special Counsel Jack Smith is reportedly considering dropping federal cases against Trump, citing presidential immunity.

India and South Africa are gearing up for a thrilling four-match T20 series, starting Friday in Durban. The series is being seen as a rematch of the T20 World Cup final, where India emerged victorious. Team India boasts a strong winning streak in T20Is, while South Africa have struggled since their World Cup defeat.

Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Thursday. While BSE Sensex declined over 100 points, Nifty50 was near 24,450.

Following a violent disruption at a Hindu temple near Toronto, the Indian Consulate in Toronto has cancelled upcoming consular camps across Canada. The incident, condemned by both Indian and Canadian Prime Ministers, involved alleged attacks on women and children by pro-Khalistani groups, sparking protests and calls for increased security for the Indian diaspora.

Several prominent Indian-Americans congratulated Donald Trump on his re-election as US President. They expressed their eagerness to collaborate with his administration in strengthening US-India relations and advancing shared global interests. Figures like Vivek Ramaswamy, Sunder Pichai, and Satya Nadella were among those who publicly conveyed their well-wishes and support.

Melania Trump, in her first public statement since her husband's re-election, expressed optimism for the future and called for national unity. She emphasized the importance of individual liberty, economic prosperity, and security, urging Americans to rise above ideology. Trump's victory speech echoed these sentiments, promising a new era focused on national healing and renewal.

Anees Bazmee's 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' emerged as the highest-grossing film on Wednesday, narrowly surpassing Rohit Shetty's 'Singham Again.' Despite experiencing a decline in earnings after a strong opening weekend, 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' earned an estimated Rs 10.50 crore on its sixth day, bringing its total collection to around Rs 148.50 crore.

India engaged in its first meeting with Taliban's acting defense minister, Mohammad Yaqub Mujahid, in Kabul on Wednesday. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral relations, focusing on humanitarian cooperation and other key areas. India is considering increasing its role in Afghanistan's reconstruction, encouraged by the Taliban's assurances of preventing anti-India activities on Afghan soil.

India A's batting lineup crumbled against Australia A's pace attack on the first day of the second unofficial Test in Melbourne. Michael Neser and Scott Boland ripped through India's top order, leaving them reeling at 11/4 inside three overs. KL Rahul, being tested as a potential opener for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, managed just 4 runs before edging Boland behind.

India welcomes Donald Trump's return to the White House, viewing it as a positive development due to his previous alignment with India's strategic interests and strong rapport with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Former officials believe Trump will resume strengthening ties with India, particularly in counterterrorism and addressing Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific region.

Former US President Donald Trump's potential return to office in 2025 has sparked concerns about renewed trade tensions between the US and India. Trump, known for his protectionist stance, has previously imposed tariffs on Indian goods and criticized India's trade practices. Experts believe Trump's focus will likely be on China, but India could also face pressure to reduce tariffs and renegotiate trade deals.

At a UN meeting, Congress MP Rajeev Shukla criticized Pakistan for raising the Kashmir issue, calling it a campaign of misinformation. Shukla highlighted the high voter turnout in recent J&K elections as proof of the region's democratic functioning and urged Pakistan to engage constructively with the UN.

The Indian government approved a Rs 10,700 crore equity infusion into the Food Corporation of India (FCI) to cover working capital needs. This move aims to reduce FCI's interest burden by around Rs 800 crore annually, ultimately cutting down government subsidies while supporting farmers and strengthening the agricultural sector.

The Indian government has launched the PM Vidyalakshmi Scheme to provide collateral-free education loans up to Rs 10 lakh to students from families earning below Rs 8 lakh annually. The scheme aims to benefit 22 lakh students annually, simplifying access to higher education at top-ranked institutions.

The Supreme Court has issued a nationwide ban on the use of bulldozers by state and Union government authorities to demolish encroachments or illegal constructions for road projects without following due process. The court condemned the Uttar Pradesh government for demolishing a house for a road-widening project without proper notice or compensation, calling for an inquiry and setting guidelines for authorities to follow in such cases.

The Supreme Court has requested responses from the Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand governments regarding a petition challenging gender-biased inheritance laws. The petition highlights provisions that deny daughters their rightful share of parental property after marriage and widows their share in matrimonial property upon remarriage. The court seeks clarification on whether marital status should determine a woman's inheritance rights.

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court mandated government approval before prosecuting public servants in money laundering cases. The court asserted that the Prevention of Money Laundering Act doesn't supersede the Criminal Procedure Code's requirement for prior sanction. This decision aims to safeguard honest officials from unwarranted prosecution, ensuring they are not penalized for actions taken while performing their duties.