‘Better than US…’: Gadkari's big claim on India’s roads, says ‘main picture yet to start
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/infrastructure/better-than-america-nitin-gadkari-asserts-indias-roads-to-be-comparable-to-us-in-2-years-adds-main-picture-yet-to-start/articleshow/121732864.cms

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari asserts that India's road infrastructure will match America's within two years, driven by increased government investment. Ongoing projects include greenfield expressways, port connectivity highways, and religious tourism circuits, alongside developments in tunnels and ropeways.

Hate speech case: Man who complained against Sharmistha Panoli held
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/hate-speech-case-sharmistha-panolis-complainant-arrested-accused-of-making-communal-remarks-on-social-media/articleshow/121733023.cms

Wazahat Khan Qadri, who filed a complaint against Instagram influencer Sharmistha Panoli, has been arrested. Kolkata Police took action against Qadri following FIRs alleging communal remarks on social media. BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul and Sanjukta Samanta filed the FIRs. Qadri faces multiple complaints, including one with the Lalbazar Cyber Cell. His father claims a witch hunt and denies religious bias.

'Ink of dictatorship ...’: Opposition slams 11 years of Modi government
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ink-of-dictatorship-opposition-slams-11-years-of-modi-govt-cong-releases-report-card-for-detailed-expose/articleshow/121732834.cms

As Narendra Modi's government marked 11 years, the BJP lauded a period of transformation, while opposition parties sharply criticized its performance. Rahul Gandhi attacked the government over the Mumbai railway accident, accusing it of selling dreams. Mallikarjun Kharge alleged the government damaged democracy and the economy.

'Golden period' or 'only propaganda': BJP, Cong spar as PM Modi's NDA govt marks 11 yrs in office
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/golden-period-or-only-propaganda-bjp-congress-spar-as-pm-modis-nda-government-completes-11-years-in-office/articleshow/121730960.cms

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked 11 years of his government, highlighting India's development under the NDA, guided by "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas." The BJP celebrated this milestone, while the Congress criticized the government, alleging a weakening of constitutional institutions and unfulfilled promises.

MS Dhoni inducted into ICC Hall of Fame
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/ms-dhoni-inducted-into-icc-hall-of-fame/articleshow/121733406.cms

MS Dhoni, the celebrated former Indian cricket captain, has been inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame, a testament to his remarkable 16-year international career. He amassed 17,266 runs and 829 dismissals across all formats, revolutionizing the game with his unique style and tactical leadership.

Costume Designer Amritha Ram on designing Kamal Haasan's look in 'Thug Life' - Exclusive
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/costume-designer-amritha-ram-on-designing-kamal-haasans-unconventional-look-in-thug-life-hes-always-done-what-others-dont-exclusive/articleshow/121733305.cms

Amritha Ram discusses her creative journey designing costumes for Kamal Haasan in Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life.' She highlights the collaborative process with Ratnam, whose precise vision guided the film's unique aesthetic, diverging from typical commercial styles. Ram details the evolution of Haasan's wardrobe across three distinct stages, emphasizing minimalism and character-driven choices, particularly in the Delhi and Nepal looks.

‘Turnaround story next year’: Paki debt increases to PRs 76,000 bn; FM makes big claims
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/turnaround-story-next-year-pakistans-debt-increases-to-prs-76000-billion-its-fm-claims-economy-on-path-to-recovery/articleshow/121733977.cms

Pakistan's debt has surged to PRs 76,000 billion in the first nine months of the fiscal year. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlights signs of economic recovery and stabilization.

Dipika Kakar emotional as she speaks for first time after surgery; meets family at hospital
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/dipika-kakar-gets-emotional-as-she-speaks-for-the-first-time-after-surgery-meets-ruhaan-and-family-at-the-hospital/articleshow/121734154.cms

Dipika Kakar, recovering from stage 2 liver cancer surgery, is now stable and out of the ICU. Her husband, Shoaib Ibrahim, shared a vlog showing Dipika's emotional address to fans, expressing gratitude for their prayers. The family, including their son Ruhaan, visited her in the hospital, boosting her spirits during recovery.

'LA would have been obliterated': Trump justifies deploying National Guard
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/la-would-have-been-completely-obliterated-trump-justifies-deploying-national-guard-in-california-says-governor-should-thank-him/articleshow/121734214.cms

Donald Trump defended his choice to send National Guard to California due to Los Angeles riots. He criticised Governor Gavin Newscom and Mayor Karen Bass. Protests erupted over Trump's immigration policies, leading to clashes. Demonstrators damaged property and blocked roads. Newsom plans to sue the Trump administration over the deployment. Many arrests happened in Los Angeles. The city faced destruction.

'It will make a lot of difference': Reactions to winter fuel payment U-turn
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglejl656y1o

Pensioners react to the government's decision to change the eligibility rules for winter fuel payments.

Bafta-winning stars announced for Harry Potter TV show
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz70d7gy77zo

Katherine Parkinson will play Molly Weasley, with eight more actors announced.

Winter Fuel's Back, Back Again (For Most)
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0lh9nrp

Three-quarters of pensioners to get winter fuel payment after U-turn.

Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400m defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp3n0d115n0o

They had been locked in a legal battle since Lively sued Baldoni over their film, It Ends with Us.

Trump gives blunt response to Newsom daring Homan to arrest him: 'I would'
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-gives-blunt-response-newsom-daring-homan-arrest-him-i-would

Trump supports arresting Gov. Newsom if he obstructs ICE operations, claims Los Angeles protesters are "professional agitators" who "should be in jail."

Trump to urge newly naturalized US citizens to defend American way of life in video
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-urge-newly-naturalized-u-s-citizens-defend-american-way-life-video

President Trump's new naturalization ceremony video tells immigrants American culture is "yours to preserve" while emphasizing traditional values and constitutional rights.

DHS fires back at Democrats for 'beyond the pale' rhetoric as ICE agents face wave of violent threats
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/dhs-fires-back-democrats-beyond-pale-rhetoric-ice-agents-face-wave-violent-threats

Homeland Security condemns targeting of ICE agents, blaming Democratic politicians for "vilification."

DAN GAINOR: The one surprising thing about ABC's Terry Moran and his anti-Trump team social media slam
https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/dan-gainor-one-surprising-thing-about-abcs-terry-moran-his-anti-trump-team-social-media-slam

Terry Moran's suspension from ABC News after posting venomous comments about Trump officials exposes media bias issues despite the network's claims of objectivity.

LA immigration riots ‘preventable’ if Sacramento Dems had acted, failed policies caused chaos, GOP says
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/la-immigration-riots-preventable-sacramento-dems-had-acted

GOP minority leaders in California say a rejected bill would have allowed better cooperation between state and federal authorities in dealing with the ongoing anti-immigration riots.

Ex-WNBA star downplays uproar over physicality of game amid spate of hard fouls on Caitlin Clark
https://www.foxnews.com/sports/ex-wnba-star-downplays-uproar-over-physicality-game-amid-spate-hard-fouls-caitlin-clark

Caitlin Clark was on the receiving end of hard fouls during her rookie season and into his second year with the Indiana Fever. Former WNBA star Candace Parker weighed in.

Boston judge accused of helping illegal alien evade ICE agent, escape courthouse faces hearing
https://www.foxnews.com/us/judge-accused-helping-illegal-alien-evade-ice-arrest-faces-boston-court-hearing

Boston Judge Shelley M. Richmond Joseph faces a misconduct hearing after allegedly allowing an illegal alien evade ICE capture and escape a courthouse.

Border czar Tom Homan says media ignoring of facts about ICE raids fueled LA riots
https://www.foxnews.com/media/border-czar-tom-homan-says-media-ignoring-facts-about-ice-raids-fueled-la-riots

U.S. border czar Tom Homan defended Immigrations and Customs Enforcement operations in Los Angeles during an appearance on MSNBC's "Morning Joe."