Times of India

A 12-year-old boy in Nagpur was rescued after being chained and locked by his parents for hours daily over two months due to alleged cellphone theft. The school dropout, showing injuries from restraints and signs of trauma, has been moved to a government home for children. Police are investigating the incident.

The irreverent country star Zach Bryan has tied the knot. The 29-year-old singer confirmed his marriage to Samantha Leonard, 28, with a low-key Instagram post that stayed true to his stripped-down public persona. Bryan shared the news on Thursday, posting a photo of himself holding Leonard close.

The Indian government has ordered social media platform X to immediately remove all obscene, sexually explicit, and unlawful content, particularly that generated by its AI app Grok. The Ministry of Electronics and IT issued a notice citing failure to comply with IT Act rules and demanding an action report within 72 hours, warning of legal consequences for non-compliance.

Trinamool Congress's Abhishek Banerjee launched the party's 2026 election campaign by highlighting alleged voter roll discrepancies. He presented individuals marked as deceased, accusing the Election Commission of targeting Bengalis and questioning the deletion of Bangladeshi names. Banerjee criticized the BJP for issuing notices to common people for SIR hearings, drawing parallels to demonetization.

Delhi's government has significantly boosted free healthcare access for low-income families by raising the annual income ceiling for EWS patients to Rs 5 lakh, up from Rs 2.20 lakh. This move, aligning with school admission criteria, will allow more poor individuals to receive free treatment in identified private hospitals across the capital.

In a shocking turn of events, North Carolina's own 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant was apprehended just before the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve. Investigators are alleging that he orchestrated a chilling plot, inspired by ISIS, targeting a local grocery store.

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is probable for tonight's game against the Charlotte Hornets. His presence is crucial as the Hornets face significant frontcourt injuries. If Giannis plays, the Bucks are heavily favored to control the game. The team is managing his calf injury carefully. Other key Bucks players are available.

Delhi's air quality improved significantly on Friday, leading to the revocation of GRAP stage-III restrictions. Overnight winds helped clear pollutants, though the AQI is expected to turn very poor again from Sunday. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi also intensified its anti-pollution drive, issuing thousands of challans and sealing illegal units.

A cricketer's use of a Palestinian flag sticker on his helmet at a Jammu tournament sparked a police probe and political debate. While some condemned it as promoting separatism, others defended it as solidarity, questioning selective outrage. The JKCA disassociated itself from the private event, leaving authorities to investigate the incident's intent and implications.

NBA legend Magic Johnson and his wife, Cookie, boast a combined net worth of $1.6 billion. Magic's fortune stems from his basketball career and a vast business empire, including stakes in the Los Angeles Dodgers. Cookie has carved her own path as a successful author and entrepreneur, contributing significantly to their wealth and advocating for AIDS awareness.

Uttarakhand minister Rekha Arya's husband sparked outrage with a remark suggesting Bihari girls are available for weddings at low prices. Political parties across Bihar condemned the statement, with the Bihar State Women Commission issuing a notice. Leaders demanded an apology and action against him.

A Buddha Air aircraft overshot the runway while landing at Nepal's Bhadrapur Airport on Friday night, with all 51 passengers and four crew members escaping uninjured. The plane skidded off the airstrip by nearly 200 meters, coming to a halt in a grassy area with minor damage. A technical team has been dispatched to assess the aircraft.

Iran's foreign minister has firmly rejected US President Trump's warning over protests, calling it reckless interference. He stated demonstrations were driven by economic woes and largely peaceful, with authorities addressing isolated violent incidents. Iran's armed forces are on standby, vowing to forcefully reject any external involvement in their internal affairs.

A new video showing Brian Harpole before Charlie Kirk’s shooting has sparked strong online debate. Some viewers call his actions suspicious, while others see nothing wrong. Candace Owens has raised questions but shared no proof. Police say Tyler Robinson is the only suspect, and no official finding links Harpole to the killing.

Tesla has been surpassed by BYD as the world's largest EV maker following a second consecutive year of declining deliveries in 2025. Intensifying competition and weakening demand impacted sales, though Tesla's stock remains optimistic due to its long-term strategy in autonomous mobility and robotics.

A photo of Shubman Gill with football star Erling Haaland has gone viral after the two exchanged jerseys and shoes. Haaland, a Manchester City and Norway striker, is one of the world’s top goal-scorers and a key figure in City’s treble-winning season. Known for his speed and power, he will lead Norway at the FIFA World Cup later this year, their first since 1998.

The world’s 500 richest individuals added a record $2.2 trillion to their wealth as strong rallies across stocks, cryptocurrencies and precious metals lifted total net worth to $11.9 trillion, according to Bloomberg.

West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer has sought clarification from the Election Commission on accepting Madhyamik admit cards as a valid birth document. Currently, matriculation certificates are accepted, but if approved, admit cards could become the 14th document, potentially making Bengal the first state to allow this. This move stems from numerous pleas during SIR hearings.

A former IAF officer was murdered after asking his sons to vacate his house. The sons allegedly hired a constable and another man, who had a history of violence, to carry out the attack for Rs 5 lakh. The motive appears to be access to the father's savings and property.