Times of India

President-elect Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama were seen sharing a friendly exchange at Jimmy Carter's funeral, sparking curiosity about their discussion. A forensic lipreader suggested they talked of finding a quiet place to discuss an important issue, potentially linked to international agreements.

Four family members, including two minors, were injured in an explosion at their flat in Palghar district. The incident happened while they were altering expiry dates on perfume bottles. They are receiving treatment at two hospitals in Nalla Sopara. The blast involved flammable substances, according to initial reports.

JEE Advanced SC Plea: The Supreme Court grants an additional JEE-Advanced attempt for students who withdrew from colleges between November 5 and November 18, 2024. This interim order reinstates the earlier eligibility criteria of three attempts, countering the JAB's sudden revision that cut the attempts to two.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized the lack of coordination in the INDIA bloc post-Lok Sabha elections and attributed the issue to Congress. National Conference leader Omar Abdullah also echoed similar concerns, emphasizing the need for clarity on the alliance’s future amid rising tensions between Congress and the AAP ahead of the Delhi assembly elections.

Salesforce will not be hiring more engineers this year due to significant productivity improvements from their AI tool, Agentforce. CEO Marc Benioff cited a 30% increase in engineering productivity and announced a planned expansion of their sales team by up to 2,000 people.

The mayor of Belcastro, Calabria, issued a humorous decree to highlight the town's dire healthcare crisis. With emergency services over 45 km away and a frequently closed health centre, residents are urged to avoid illnesses or accidents due to inadequate medical assistance.

A 25-year-old man from Barabanki, Sudhir Kumar, reportedly died by suicide due to harassment from his wife's family after their love marriage. Before taking his life, he posted their marriage certificate and photos on Facebook. A suicide note details the harassment by his wife's family, leading to his extreme step. Investigation is underway following a formal complaint.

A significant water shortage hampers firefighting efforts in Los Angeles' Pacific Palisades as wildfires devastate the area. Hydrants ran dry due to overwhelmed storage tanks and pumping systems. Firefighters adapt by relying on aerial support, highlighting critical infrastructure issues and the need for system redesigns to handle future wildfires.

The death of a teenager at Pucheng Vocational Education Centre in Shaanxi province led to violent protests amid social media allegations of a cover-up. Authorities claim it was an accident, but unverified posts suggest bullying. Protesters clashed with police, resulting in tear gas deployment.

Several cases of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) have been confirmed in India, affecting both infants and the elderly. In Bengaluru, infants aged 3 months and 8 months were detected with the virus, while the latest case involves an 80-year-old man in Ahmedabad. Symptoms range from cold-like signs to severe respiratory issues. Basic hygiene and prevention measures are advised.

Kylie Kelce, wife of former NFL player Jason Kelce, is tired of people asking if they are trying for a boy. Expecting her fourth child, Kylie emphasizes their contentment with three girls and hints at a gender-neutral name for the next baby, reflecting a modern approach to naming practices.

Larsen & Toubro's chairman SN Subrahmanyan's comments about employees working on Sundays sparked outrage, with former India shuttler Jwala Gutta calling his remarks misogynistic. Subrahmanyan questioned the need for time off, suggesting prolonged work hours, which ignited criticism on social media. The controversy intensified as many highlighted the importance of mental health and work-life balance.

An international team of scientists has drilled nearly two miles into Antarctic bedrock, extracting a 1.2 million-year-old ice core. This breakthrough, achieved by Beyond EPICA at Little Dome C, promises unprecedented insights into Earth's climate history, revealing changes in greenhouse gases and atmospheric conditions over millennia.

Novak Djokovic revealed that he was served food containing lead and mercury in Melbourne in 2022, leading to health issues before being deported due to his stance on the Covid vaccine. But despite that, he holds no ill feelings towards Australians. Djokovic aims to secure his 25th Grand Slam title and 11th Australian Open title.

Motilal Oswal recommends buying Page Industries while Emkay Global advises selling Hindalco. JM Financial favors purchasing L&T, and IDBI Capital suggests buying Patel Engineering. InCred Equities maintains a reduced outlook on SBI Cards & Payment Services. Recommendations are based on market trends, company performances, and industry conditions, providing specific insights into potential stock movements.

US Supreme Court rejected President-elect Donald Trump's request to delay his sentencing in the hush money case, ruling that sentencing will not significantly impact his responsibilities. Trump was convicted on 34 counts related to falsifying business records for a payment to Stormy Daniels. He is set to attend his virtual sentencing in Manhattan.

A 25-year-old BPO worker, Shubhada Kodare, was brutally murdered by her colleague Krishna Kanojia in Pune. Kanojia attacked her with a cleaver over a financial dispute, claiming she had borrowed and refused to return Rs 4 lakh. Despite numerous witnesses, no one intervened until after the attack. Kanojia has been arrested, and the investigation is ongoing.

Gujarat high court issues notice to a woman who was granted a divorce citing cruelty after discovering her husband's sister married outside their caste. The family court's decision is challenged by the husband, with the high court scheduling a joint hearing on January 20.

A 25-day blackout in Soraha village, Budaun district, ended as a new transformer was installed after the old one was stolen. The villagers, particularly students and farmers, endured freezing nights without electricity. The replacement transformer was fast-tracked following a news report highlighting their plight. Villagers expressed relief as power was restored.