News Update : 'Modi–Trump share friendly ties': MEA on US President's 'sir' remark, says there is mutual respect - TOI NEWS DESK

The ministry of external affairs rejected recent claims by Donald Trump, declaring that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the US President "share a friendly relationship based on mutual respect." The MEA's comments came in response to recent remarks made by Trump earlier this week at the House GOP Member Retreat. The ministry of external affairs rejected recent claims by Donald Trump, declaring that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the US President "share a friendly relationship based on mutual respect." The MEA's comments came in response to recent remarks made by Trump earlier this week at the House GOP Member Retreat. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/moditrump-share-friendly-ties-mea-responds-to-trumps-sir-please-remark-says-both-leaders-engage-with-mutual-respect/articleshow/126436028.cms Date: 2026-01-09T13:03:06.000Z

News Update : ED vs I-PAC battle reaches HC: Agency flags 'obstruction' by Mamata; TMC to hold protest - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ed-i-pac-face-off-at-cal-hc-central-agency-flags-obstruction-by-mamata-committee-questions-raid-legitimacy/articleshow/126416484.cms Date: 2026-01-08T13:51:39.000Z

News Update : US seizes Russia-flagged ship: Oil tanker linked to Venezuela; Moscow warship nearby - TOI WORLD DESK

The US Coast Guard and military attempted to seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after a lengthy pursuit, with Russian naval vessels nearby. This operation, targeting a vessel that evaded previous US boarding efforts, marks a significant escalation in enforcing sanctions against Venezuela, occurring shortly after a US raid in Caracas. The US Coast Guard and military attempted to seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after a lengthy pursuit, with Russian naval vessels nearby. This operation, targeting a vessel that evaded previous US boarding efforts, marks a significant escalation in enforcing sanctions against Venezuela, occurring shortly after a US raid in Caracas. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/us-tries-to-seize-russian-flagged-vessel-oil-tanker-linked-to-venezuela-moscow-submarine-warships-nearby/articleshow/126396121.cms Date: 2026-01-07T13:47:46.000Z

News Update : 'Will Trump kidnap PM?' Chavan's bizarre remark amid Venezuela crisis; BJP hits back - TOI NEWS DESK

Former Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan linked US trade tensions and tariffs on India to the alleged CIA-led operation in Venezuela, questioning if President Trump would kidnap India's Prime Minister. He criticised the government's silence on Venezuela and its perceived fear of the US, highlighting India's need to find alternative export markets due to the 50% US tariff. Former Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan linked US trade tensions and tariffs on India to the alleged CIA-led operation in Venezuela, questioning if President Trump would kidnap India's Prime Minister. He criticised the government's silence on Venezuela and its perceived fear of the US, highlighting India's need to find alternative export markets due to the 50% US tariff. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/will-trump-kidnap-our-pm-prithviraj-chavans-bizarre-remark-amid-venezuela-crisis-watch/articleshow/126371544.cms Date: 2026-01-06T10:29:18.000Z

News Update : 'Delay in trial not trump card': No relief for Umar, Sharjeel in riots case — why SC denied bail - TOI NEWS DESK

The Supreme Court denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots case, citing a prima facie case under UAPA. The court found they played a "formative role" in the conspiracy. However, five other accused were granted bail with strict conditions. Khalid and Imam can seek bail again after one year. The Supreme Court denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots case, citing a prima facie case under UAPA. The court found they played a "formative role" in the conspiracy. However, five other accused were granted bail with strict conditions. Khalid and Imam can seek bail again after one year. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/delay-in-trial-not-trump-card-no-relief-for-umar-khalid-and-sharjeel-imam-in-delhi-riots-case-why-sc-rejected-bail-pleas/articleshow/126348915.cms Date: 2026-01-05T08:51:14.000Z