Times of India

An Air India Express pilot has been grounded after allegedly assaulting a passenger at Delhi Airport's Terminal 1. The altercation began when the pilot questioned a passenger using a staff lane, escalating into a physical confrontation. The passenger claims he was left with a bloodied face and his daughter traumatized. An inquiry is underway.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Guwahati's new nature-themed airport terminal, designed with local bamboo and inspired by Assam's biodiversity.

Eight elephants tragically died after being struck by the Sairang New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam's Hojai district early Saturday. The collision caused five coaches and the engine of the train to derail, though no passengers were injured. The incident occurred in a forested area known for elephant movement.

Anthony Joshua's net worth is estimated at £195 million in 2025, with the majority earned from boxing purses. He also generates significant income from endorsements and property investments. Joshua is set to earn a guaranteed £70 million from his upcoming fight against Jake Paul, a professionally sanctioned eight-round heavyweight bout.

A former gym trainer, Ranjan M, has been accused by parents in Thyagarajanagar of targeting several children with bike incidents and physical assaults. The most serious case involved a five-year-old boy who was kicked while playing. Police confirm Ranjan appears mentally unstable and is undergoing treatment, having confessed to the assaults due to agitation from children playing.

A chilling murder plot unfolded in Tiruvallur district where two sons allegedly orchestrated their father's death by snakebite to claim ₹3 crore in insurance. Initially ruled accidental, the investigation revealed a staged second bite by a krait after a previous cobra incident. Six individuals, including the sons, have been arrested.

Winters in Delhi once meant a sensory delight of seasonal foods, from makke ki roti to halwa. However, recent years have brought deadly pollution, replacing aromatic food whiffs with the smell of burning and health concerns. Despite this, foodies still brave the smog to savor traditional street food, though conversations now revolve around pollution and sore throats.

In a dramatic turn of events at Delhi airport, an Air India Express pilot found himself grounded after supposedly attacking a passenger amidst a scuffle over a security queue. The passenger described the ordeal, sharing how he emerged with a bloodied face before the pilot’s scheduled flight to Bengaluru.

An auto driver kidnapped two minor sisters, sexually assaulting the elder one in Manesar. A passerby alerted police, leading to a chase. The accused jumped from a flyover, sustaining leg fractures, and was apprehended. He faces charges under the POCSO Act.

Following the deaths of two American soldiers and a US civilian interpreter in Syria, President Trump announced Operation Hawkeye Strike, a severe retaliation against ISIS targets. The US is striking ISIS strongholds in Deir ez-Zor, Raqqa, and near Palmyra, aiming at weapons depots and command centers. Trump issued a stern warning to any group threatening the USA.

Commuters faced significant disruption as Delhi enforced a ban on non-BS 6 vehicles from other states, leading to confusion and fines at border checkpoints. Many were turned back or forced to take lengthy detours, highlighting a lack of coordination and public awareness regarding the new pollution control measures.

Sharif Osman Hadi, a key figure in recent Bangladesh protests, will be buried next to national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. Hadi died in Singapore after being shot in Dhaka earlier this month. His death has ignited widespread protests demanding justice, with demonstrators targeting Indian diplomatic missions and alleging suspects fled to India.

Authorities investigating the Lionel Messi event's mismanagement raided chief organizer Satadru Dutta's home, uncovering a lavish residence with a pool and soccer ground. The probe has broadened beyond crowd control to suspected Rs 100 crore financial irregularities, including unaccounted cash for photos with Messi and opaque ticket sales, suggesting deliberate financial impropriety.

The Supreme Court has signaled its strong inclination to protect elephants, stating it will always favor animals whose migration paths are obstructed by commercial tourism. This stance emerged during hearings concerning wildlife resorts in Tamil Nadu's Sigur Plateau elephant corridor. The court emphasized that any doubt regarding benefit should go to the silent victims of development.

Tamil Nadu and Gujarat's draft voter lists have seen significant deletions, with over 97 lakh and 73 lakh names removed respectively. Millions more face notices for "logical discrepancies" in their enrollment details. Claims and objections are now open until January 18th for affected voters.

The Supreme Court has mandated that environmental protection is a core component of corporate social responsibility, not mere charity. In a landmark ruling, the court directed non-renewable power generators in Rajasthan and Gujarat to contribute to the survival of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. This decision underscores the constitutional duty of corporations to safeguard the environment.