| Kerala mob lynching: CM vows strict action after mob beats Dalit labourer to death Dec 22nd 2025, 05:52 by TOI NEWS DESK Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan assured strict action and justice for Ram Narayan Bakel, a Dalit migrant labourer from Chhattisgarh, who was beaten to death by a mob in Walayar, Palakkad. A special investigation team has been formed to probe the incident, which the CM termed unacceptable in a progressive society. | | Church scare in Singapore: Indian-origin man charged over terror threat Dec 22nd 2025, 05:52 by TOI WORLD DESK An Indian-origin Singaporean man, Kokulananthan Mohan, faces charges for a false terrorist threat at St Joseph's Church. He allegedly placed a fabricated device, causing services to be cancelled. Preliminary probes indicate he acted alone, with no terror or religious motive found. Mohan is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. | | Trai's '12-minute-per-hour' cap: Regulator asks broadcasters to comply with limit Dec 22nd 2025, 05:50 by TOI BUSINESS DESK TRAI has urged broadcasters to comply with the 12-minute-per-hour advertising cap, despite the rule being under judicial review. The regulator insists the regulation remains applicable, even as the Delhi High Court has restrained coercive action. Broadcasters are concerned about the enforcement due to existing financial pressures and declining revenues. | | Microsoft's new AI huddle: Nadella starts weekly meeting for engineers; no senior manager allowed Dec 22nd 2025, 04:52 by TOI TECH DESK Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is accelerating AI development by empowering frontline technical employees. He's implemented weekly AI accelerator meetings where junior staff present directly to him, bypassing senior management. This unconventional approach aims to foster unfiltered insights and drive the company's AI transformation with urgency. | | GRAP Stage-IV in Gurugram explained: Timings changed, WFH pushed for offices Dec 22nd 2025, 04:47 by SANJAY SHARMA The Deputy Commissioner Gurugram has implemented revised office timings and a work from home advisory in response to deteriorating air quality. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has invoked Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR. State Government offices will operate from 09:30 AM to 05:30 PM, municipal offices from 08:30 AM to 04:30 PM, and private offices are advised to allow 50% staff to work remotely until further notice, as posted on X. | | Mid-air scare: Mumbai bound Air India flight returns to Delhi after one engine shutdown Dec 22nd 2025, 04:21 by SAURABH SINHA Mid air scare: Air India flight returns to Delhi after 'one engine shutdown' | | French presidential palace robbery: Silverware worth thousands of euros stolen Dec 22nd 2025, 04:20 by TOI WORLD DESK Three men will face trial next year for allegedly stealing valuable silverware and tableware from the French President's residence. The items, including Sèvres porcelain and Baccarat glasses, are valued between €15,000 and €40,000. Investigations led to a palace steward, his partner, and a Louvre guard, with many items recovered. The trial is set for February 26. | | T20 WC: Finally Samson's moment of clarity? India's T20 'opener' looks to rise above chaos Dec 22nd 2025, 04:08 by ARANI BASU Sanju Samson's long-awaited T20 World Cup opening spot comes after a decade of uncertainty and a revolving door of wicketkeepers. Despite strong performances, he faced confusion and batting order shifts, highlighting the team management's struggle for consistency in selecting their T20I wicketkeeper and openers. | | 'Blocked by the crowd': Bangladesh police on mob lynching of Hindu worker Dipu; blame 'late call' Dec 22nd 2025, 03:52 by TOI WORLD DESK A Hindu garment worker was beaten to death by a mob in Bangladesh after allegations of hurting religious sentiments spread. Police admitted that a massive traffic jam and a furious crowd prevented them from reaching the victim, Dipu Chandra Das, in time. Authorities suggest a delayed call for help may have cost him his life. | | T20 WC: Hardik Pandya hits top gear - Explosive return vs SA shows why he remains India's MVP Dec 22nd 2025, 03:48 by GAURAV GUPTA Hardik Pandya's stellar comeback from injury in the T20I series against South Africa has cemented his status as India's T20 MVP. His explosive batting and crucial wickets, including a 16-ball fifty, were instrumental in India's 3-1 series win. South Africa's coach lauded Pandya's impact, highlighting his vital role in the series. | | J&K: 6-yr old boy finds 'toy' in garbage, turns out to be 'Chinese-made weapon-mountable telescope' Dec 22nd 2025, 03:19 by TOI NEWS DESK Police in Jammu and Kashmir recovered a Chinese-made weapon-mountable telescope from a six-year-old boy in Sidhra, who reportedly found it in a garbage dump. A separate search operation was launched in Udhampur after terrorists allegedly stole food from a house before fleeing into a forest, days after a deadly encounter. | | CBSE releases important notice on Hub & Spoke School Model; announces orientation programme Dec 22nd 2025, 03:11 by TOI Education CBSE has announced an orientation programme for schools under its Hub and Spoke School Model to strengthen collaboration, resource sharing and student well-being. Scheduled for December 26, 2025, in Jaipur, the programme will bring together school leaders and counsellors to improve implementation, coordination and counselling practices. Registration is free, with limited seats. | | 'I remember every face': 2016 UP highway gang rape survivors recount years of trauma Dec 22nd 2025, 02:48 by RAHUL SINGH A survivor of the 2016 Bulandshahr gang rape, now studying law, shared her family's decade-long ordeal of harassment and relocation after the brutal attack. Conviction of five men offers hope, but the trauma and its impact on their lives and livelihoods remain profound. | | 'Is this your father's car?': Rapido driver assaults woman, hurls abuses in Gurgaon Dec 22nd 2025, 00:51 by SAMAD HOQUE A Rapido cab driver was arrested within hours for allegedly misbehaving with a woman, hurling abuses, and dropping her on a deserted road late in the evening. The incident occurred after the woman requested the driver to lower loud music, leading to an aggressive confrontation and her feeling unsafe. | | Samantha mobbed at Hyderabad event: Actor faces crowd chaos during public appearance Dec 21st 2025, 20:47 by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESK Following a similar incident with Nidhhi Agerwal, Samantha Ruth Prabhu faced overwhelming crowds at a Hyderabad event, struggling to reach her vehicle amidst security. The event highlighted concerns about fan behavior and preparedness of management teams for public appearances. | | Elon Musk 'agrees' with Adam Kobeissi's warning to US govt on China Dec 21st 2025, 15:55 by TOI TECH DESK Elon Musk warns of a significant energy infrastructure crisis in the US, highlighting China's nearly three-fold lead in power generation capacity. While China rapidly expands its grid with renewables and nuclear power, the US lags, threatening its competitiveness in AI and advanced manufacturing. | | Aditya rejected Tamannaah Bhatia for 'Dhurandhar' song 'Shararat' Dec 21st 2025, 14:11 by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESK Dhurandhar is a box office sensation, nearing Rs 550 crore. The film's music is a hit, especially the song Shararat. Choreographer Vijay Ganguly revealed Tamannaah Bhatia was initially considered for the song. Director Aditya Dhar wanted to avoid an item song that would distract from the story. The spy thriller continues its impressive run, outperforming major Hollywood releases. | |
