Times of India

UAE resident Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a special welcome from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi for a high-level visit. The leaders are set to discuss advancing the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and regional issues, building on recent high-level exchanges and strong bilateral ties.

A 20-year-old Kuki-Zo woman, a survivor of brutal sexual violence during Manipur's ethnic riots, has died from her injuries. Allegedly gang-raped and left for dead in May 2023, her case remains unresolved with no attackers identified. Her death highlights the ongoing suffering and calls for justice for the community.

A 27-year-old software engineer tragically drowned after his SUV plunged into a deep, water-filled pit in Noida's Sector 150. The same damaged wall had been hit by a truck just days prior. Despite repeated warnings and a prior incident, no repairs were made, sparking outrage and administrative action.

Vidarbha's Aman Mokhade etched his name in history by scoring 814 runs, becoming the third player to breach the 800-run mark in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Inspired by net sessions with Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, Mokhade's stellar performance led Vidarbha to their maiden title. His father's unwavering support was crucial in his cricketing journey.

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis argues that large language models like ChatGPT are hitting a wall in achieving true scientific breakthroughs. He believes they lack a 'world model' to understand causality, unlike DeepMind's systems that simulate reality. This perspective challenges OpenAI's scaling strategy amid industry shifts and a race for advanced AI.

In a notable shift, India's rapid delivery services are stepping away from their ambitious '10-minute delivery' goals, influenced by both government regulations and labor advocate movements. This decision places a heavier emphasis on the safety of delivery personnel, a change that many workers and customers are applauding.

Donald Trump's renewed focus on Greenland, linked to his 'Golden Dome' missile defence proposal, signals a strategic shift. This Arctic island is seen as vital for US national security, offering a crucial vantage point against Russia and China. The ambitious 'Golden Dome' aims for near-invulnerability, sparking global concerns over strategic stability and the militarisation of space.

India’s climb up the income ladder was slow for decades, taking 60 years to move from low income to lower-middle income. Since then, growth has sharply accelerated, and a likely transition into the upper-middle-income category by around 2030.

India's bowlers struggled against New Zealand's centurions, with Kuldeep Yadav's poor form a major concern ahead of the T20 World Cup. Despite past brilliance, Yadav's recent performances have been concerning, raising questions about his current rhythm and effectiveness as the team prepares for the upcoming tournament.

President Donald Trump reiterated his desire for US control of Greenland, citing Denmark's alleged failure to counter a Russian threat. He declared it was "time" for the acquisition, following a US strike on Venezuela. Both Danish and Greenlandic governments, along with EU leaders, have opposed the proposal, and Greenlanders protested.

President Trump's 'Board of Peace,' initially for Gaza, now appears poised for a broader global role, potentially rivaling the UN Security Council. A draft charter, circulated with invitations to countries like India and Canada, outlines a mission for conflict resolution and governance restoration. Membership requires a significant financial commitment, with initial leaders including Marco Rubio and Jared Kushner.

The ICC is confident that all T20 World Cup visas for Pakistani origin players, staff, and officials will be secured on time. Despite some recent delays, including for England's spinners, the global body is actively working with Indian missions. Visas for several nations are already processed, with others scheduled soon, aiming for all clearances by January 31.

A United Airlines flight carrying 200 passengers and six crew members narrowly avoided a crash landing at Orlando International Airport on Sunday due to a mechanical issue. The aircraft's nose wheel appeared to detach during landing, blocking the runway. No injuries were reported, and efforts are underway to remove the plane.

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, tanked in trade on Monday as fears of fresh Donald Trump tariffs spooked global markets. While Nifty50 went below 25,550, BSE Sensex was down 600 points.

Tragedy struck southern Spain as a high-speed train derailed, colliding with another service and claiming at least 21 lives. The incident, described as 'extremely strange' by the transport minister, occurred on a straight track. Rescue efforts are ongoing for those trapped, with rail traffic suspended. The cause remains under investigation.

Iran's state television was briefly hijacked by anti-regime activists, broadcasting opposition messaging and protest footage featuring exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. The hack occurred amid weeks of unrest and a severe crackdown, with authorities blaming foreign adversaries for fueling the demonstrations.