Times of India

The National Investigation Agency has arrested Soyab from Faridabad. He is accused of harbouring terrorist Umar Un Nabi. Soyab also provided logistical support to Un Nabi before the car bombing. This is the seventh arrest in the case. The NIA is continuing its investigation to uncover the full conspiracy behind the attack.

Stock market recommendations: Anand Rathi's Mehul Kothari identifies Swiggy and Bajaj Auto as top buys, citing bullish technical indicators like engulfing patterns and RSI divergences. Conversely, Vedanta is flagged for a 'sell' recommendation due to bearish RSI divergence and a trendline breakdown, suggesting potential downside.

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana's father, Shrinivas, has been discharged from the hospital and is stable after experiencing chest pain, initially suspected to be a heart attack. This led to the indefinite postponement of Smriti's wedding to Palash Muchhal. Doctors confirmed Shrinivas was diagnosed with angina, not a heart attack, and an angiography revealed no blockages, easing concerns.

BJP's AI video mocks Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar amid speculation of a leadership change. Supporters are pushing for his elevation as the Congress government reaches its halfway mark. While CM Siddaramaiah remains confident, a group of legislators are in Delhi lobbying for Shivakumar's appointment, keeping the debate alive.

Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to prioritise constitutional duties for a robust democracy, emphasising voting as a key responsibility. He suggested schools honour first-time voters, linking duties to national progress. PM Modi also paid tribute to Sardar Patel and Bhagwan Birsa Munda, highlighting their contributions to India's unity and tribal empowerment.

South Africa coach Shukri Conrad's use of the word "grovel" to describe his team's strategy against India has sparked controversy. Former Indian cricketers Anil Kumble and Cheteshwar Pujara expressed shock, highlighting the word's offensive historical context and advising humility when on top. Pujara suggested the remark might instead motivate the Indian team.

Dutch athletes Jill Roord and Pien Sanders are making headlines. The football and hockey stars have revealed their relationship. Their intimate photoshoot has drawn significant attention. Both athletes ended previous long-term relationships to be together. They are prioritizing personal happiness amidst public scrutiny. Roord and Sanders continue to balance their careers and their two-hour commute.

In the wake of rising tensions surrounding Taiwan and a widening divide between China and Japan, Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi engaged in discussions with Donald Trump. Takaichi labeled Taiwan as an 'existential threat,' a statement that incited severe backlash from Beijing, which retaliated by imposing seafood import bans.

Dortmund, Germany, has officially kicked off the festive season by illuminating its colossal 45-meter Christmas tree. Constructed from 1,200 Norway spruces and adorned with 140,000 LED lights, this impressive installation has been a market centerpiece since 1996. Hundreds gathered to witness the spectacle, with residents viewing it as a cherished start to holiday celebrations.

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, rallied strongly in trade on Wednesday. While Nifty50 was near 26,100, BSE Sensex was up 650 points.

A 16-year-old national-level basketball player, Hitesh Rathi, tragically died in Rohtak when an unstable iron basketball pole collapsed on him during practice. He was attempting to hang from the hoop when the structure buckled. The Haryana Olympic Association has suspended all state sports events for three days in his honor, and an investigation is underway.

Social media rumors of Smriti Mandhana unfollowing her fiancé Palash Muchhal are incorrect, with their wedding postponed due to simultaneous family medical emergencies. Mandhana's father experienced heart-attack-like symptoms, followed by Muchhal's own health complications, leading to an indefinite delay as both families prioritise recovery.

New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani said the “weirdest” thing he noticed at the White House was a coffee-table book titled UFC at the White House. He spoke about the moment on a podcast, his calm demeanour during the visit, and how the meeting with Donald Trump contrasted sharply with their bitter campaign exchanges.

A viral photograph of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi in a distinctive jacket has sparked a new social media trend in Rajasthan, leading to the arrest of three men selling replicas. Police are cracking down on the glorification of criminals, warning that such trends normalize crime and attract impressionable youth to gang culture.

Jefferies initiated coverage of LG Electronics India with a buy rating, citing its strong position in discretionary spending. JP Morgan maintained an overweight rating on Reliance Industries, increasing its target price due to attractive valuations and expected earnings growth.

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana's wedding celebrations were postponed due to her father's sudden illness. Hospitalized with angina, his condition prompted Mandhana to halt the ceremony indefinitely. Her fiancé, Palash Muchhal, was also briefly hospitalized for stress-related symptoms, adding to the family's difficult time.

Delhi Police are investigating a WhatsApp group allegedly used to coordinate a violent pollution protest. The group, with over 200 members, is central to the probe, with two admins arrested. Protesters are accused of blocking a police station and raising slogans, leading to 22 arrests and injuries to four personnel.

A young mother in Bengaluru died after accusing her husband of slowly poisoning her with mercury injections. Her pre-death statement, recorded from her hospital bed, detailed the alleged poisoning and subsequent torture. Police are now investigating the case as a dowry death, awaiting forensic reports to confirm the presence of mercury.

Protests at VIT University turned violent late Tuesday after dozens of students fell ill with suspected jaundice, alleging poor hygiene and food quality. Students reportedly set vehicles ablaze and damaged property, with unconfirmed reports of student deaths. Police are investigating the illnesses and damage, while university and district authorities remain silent.

Bengaluru police arrested Prem Vardhan in Tirupati for the murder of his friend, Devisri. Traced via mobile tower data and CCTV, Prem confessed to killing Devisri after an argument fueled by jealousy. He attempted to disguise himself but was apprehended due to his mobile signal.