Watch: Spectacular fireworks light up sky across the globe on New Year – Times of India

The dawn of 2025 brought a dazzling array of fireworks, drone displays, and festive gatherings as countries across the world celebrated the New Year with grandeur. From Sydney’s iconic harbor to the bustling streets of Delhi, here’s how nations entered into the new year:China’s spectacular drone showChina offered a breathtaking spectacle with a high-tech drone…

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‘Openly distributing money’: Arvind Kejriwal writes to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, asks whether it supports BJP – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal wrote a letter on Wednesday to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, raising questions about the Bharatiya Janata Party‘s (BJP) actions. Kejriwal sought clarification on whether the RSS supports certain practices by the BJP.In his letter, Kejriwal asked, “Whatever wrong BJP has done in…

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‘We need smart people in our country’: Trump says he hasn’t changed his mind on H1B visas – Times of India

US President-elect Donald Trump reaffirmed his stance on H-1B visas, emphasizing the need for competent and smart individuals in the country. He denied changing his opinion on the visas and highlighted their importance in bringing skilled workers to the US. Trump aligned with Elon Musk and commented on the necessity for visa holders amidst upcoming…

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Will Mitchell Starc play or miss Sydney Test? Australia wicket-keeper answers | Cricket News – Times of India

Mitchell Starc during the Boxing Day Test against India. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Pace spearhead Mitchell Starc is expected to “push through” the discomfort of a rib injury to play in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar series, which starts in Sydney on Friday, according to Australian wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey….

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IND vs AUS: Without Jasprit Bumrah, the series might have been more one-sided, says Glenn McGrath – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah (Photo by William West/AFP via Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath has heaped praise on Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah, crediting him for ensuring the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy remains competitive. With India trailing 1-2 in the five-match series, Bumrah has been a standout performer, claiming 30 wickets at an average of…

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Explained: Why Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared World Blitz chess title | Chess News – Times of India

Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi (Photo Credit: @FIDE_chess on X) NEW DELHI: The 2024 World Blitz Championship final in Wall Street, New York culminated in a groundbreaking decision as Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi chose to share the coveted title. This unprecedented outcome followed an intense, closely fought series of games that, if not anything,…

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‘What a way to wrap up 2024’: Viswanathan Anand congratulates Vaishali on clinching bronze in World Blitz Championship | Chess News – Times of India

Viswanathan Anand and Vaishali (Photo Credit: X) NEW DELHI: The 2024 World Blitz Championship in New York saw Indian chess prodigy Vaishali Rameshbabu finishing third after a stellar entry to the knockouts. As India’s Vaishali clinched a historic bronze medal in the Women’s section, former world champion and Vaishali’s mentor Viswanathan Anand congratulated the 23-year-old…

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Grapes, ice, condoms, soft drinks and more: What India ordered on New Year’s Eve on Blinkit, Swiggy and others – Times of India

India ushered in 2025 with a wave of excitement, as house parties and celebrations took center stage on New Year’s Eve. Data from India’s top quick commerce platforms like Blinkit, Zepto and others reveals a night of stocking up on party essentials like chips, soft drinks, and water bottles, reflecting the festive mood across cities….

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