| India's telecom sector surges in 2025! 5G rollout reaches 85% of population Dec 20th 2025, 07:40 by TOI BUSINESS DESK India's telecom sector concluded 2025 with significant advancements in digital connectivity and infrastructure. The National Broadband Mission 2.0 accelerated high-speed internet access nationwide, while 5G services now reach nearly the entire population. A major achievement includes developing indigenous 4G technology, bolstering India's self-reliance and manufacturing capabilities. | | UP: Man performs chin-ups hanging from bridge; video viral Dec 20th 2025, 07:00 by TOI CITY DESK A man performing a dangerous stunt from a railway bridge in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, has captured viral attention. The video depicts him suspended above moving traffic, repeatedly performing chin-up-like movements from the metal structure of the overbridge. Vehicles continued to pass underneath him during the entire stunt. | | Fossil fuel peak demand pushed to 2030s as oil rebounds; India emerges as growth engine Dec 20th 2025, 06:58 by TOI BUSINESS DESK Global oil demand reversed its predicted decline in 2025, with India emerging as a major consumption driver. This resurgence was fueled by delayed clean energy policies and geopolitical tensions, while India diversified its oil imports, notably from Russia, and expanded refining capacity. Stable oil prices provided fiscal relief for importers like India. | | Bangladesh unrest: Hindu man Dipu Chandra Das' lynched, body burnt in Mymensingh; 7 arrested Dec 20th 2025, 06:55 by TOI WORLD DESK Seven arrests were made after a Hindu youth was beaten to death and his body set ablaze in Bangladesh's Mymensingh district following blasphemy allegations. The victim, Dipu Chandra Das, was accused of making derogatory comments. This incident follows the recent killing of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi, sparking renewed unrest and political instability. | | Goa nightclub fire: Cops initiate process for blue corner notice against Surinder Kumar Khosla Dec 20th 2025, 06:45 by TOI CITY DESK Goa Police are initiating the process to issue a Blue Corner Notice against British national Surinder Kumar Khosla, an accused in the December 6 nightclub fire that killed 25. Khosla, believed to be a co-owner of the nightclub, was present in Goa during the incident and reportedly fled to the UK the following day. | | Chennai fire scare: Blaze engulfs BSNL office on Anna Salai; services disrupted Dec 20th 2025, 06:42 by A SELVARAJ A fire erupted at the BSNL office on Anna Salai Saturday morning. The blaze started on the second floor and spread to other levels. Firefighters battled the flames for over an hour. The incident caused a temporary disruption to TANGEDCO online payment services and damaged backup servers for the 108 ambulance service. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause. | | Sreenivasan no more: Celebs mourn the loss of the legend Dec 20th 2025, 06:35 by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESK Veteran Malayalam actor, writer, director, and producer Sreenivasan has passed away at 69, leaving a void in the industry. Celebrities like Prithviraj Sukumaran, Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas, and Indrajith Sukumaran mourned the loss of the honest storyteller. Known for impactful films like 'Vadakkunokkiyanthram', his legacy will endure. | | Sreenivasan's Passing: Malayalam icon's top screenplays stream online; fans revisit classics Dec 20th 2025, 06:34 by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESK Veteran filmmaker Sreenivasan, celebrated for his writing, directing, and acting, has passed away at 69. His legacy includes iconic films like 'Odaruthammava Aalariyam,' a 1984 comedy, and the popular comedy-drama 'Sanmanassullavarkku Samadhanam.' Audiences can revisit his memorable performances and sharp screenplays, including the beloved duo in 'Nadodikkattu' and the comical detective caper 'Pattanapravesham,' on various streaming platforms. | | 5 Zodiac signs that will leave struggles behind by year-end Dec 20th 2025, 06:30 by TOI Astrology With the year's end on the horizon, cosmic energies bring an uplifting wave for some zodiac signs. Aries is charged up to pursue their greatest aspirations, while Cancer discovers a comforting emotional refuge and better-defined limits. Virgo can finally silence the noise of overthinking and bask in the accolades for their hard work. | | One of things that Amazon is particularly bad at is ..., says CEO of one of Amazon's biggest biz Dec 20th 2025, 06:27 by TOI TECH DESK AWS CEO Matt Garman admitted the company struggles with copying competitors, preferring to innovate from first principles to solve customer problems. Meanwhile, AWS reported a 20% revenue increase in Q3 2025, exceeding expectations and driven by strong demand in AI and core infrastructure, with significant capital expenditures allocated to AI projects. | | 'Lenient' punishment: Former Pak PM Imran, wife Bibi sentenced to 17 yrs in prison Dec 20th 2025, 06:21 by TOI NEWS DESK Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have been sentenced to 17 years in prison each in the Toshakhana corruption case. The verdict, delivered by an accountability court, pertains to alleged fraud involving state gifts received from the Saudi government in 2021. Both were fined Rs 10 million. | | Hardik Pandya breaks Yuvraj Singh's long-standing record Dec 20th 2025, 06:11 by TOI SPORTS DESK Hardik Pandya has set a new T20I record for India, surpassing Yuvraj Singh with the most instances of scoring a half-century and taking a wicket in the same match. His explosive 63 off 25 balls and a crucial wicket against South Africa earned him Player of the Match, contributing to India's series win. | | Musk becomes highest-paid CEO after court reverses 2018 pay-plan ruling; read the order Dec 20th 2025, 06:10 by TOI TECH DESK Elon Musk's colossal $56 billion Tesla pay package from 2018 has been reinstated by Delaware's Supreme Court, overturning a lower court's decision. The court awarded nominal damages, recognizing Musk's entitlement to the stock-based compensation now valued at approximately $140 billion, solidifying his position as the world's highest-paid CEO. | | German couple detained for 'illegal religious conversions' near Indo-Pak border; 4 others held Dec 19th 2025, 19:09 by VIMAL BHATIA Six individuals, including a German couple, were detained in Sriganganagar for alleged illegal religious conversions. The group was found in a rented house in Srikaranpur, a town near the India-Pakistan border. Authorities are investigating the German nationals' presence in a restricted border zone without authorization. | | Jharkhand: Hit by arrows, jumbos retaliate; 6 killed as victims unaware of herd in dense fog Dec 19th 2025, 18:16 by NK AGARWAL Fears grip Ramgarh as rampaging elephant herds have claimed six lives in three days. Two more villagers were trampled to death on Friday, with forest officials attributing the aggressive behavior to a retaliatory attack after an elephant was injured. The jumbos, part of a larger herd, are disrupting life and mining operations across the district. | |
