TOI's IFR 2026 Contest: Identify Navy Ships, Win Prizes
TOI and Eastern Naval Command launch a weekly competition for readers to identify Indian Navy ships from cutouts. Winners get naval memorabilia. Submit entries by Jan 17, 2026.
TOI and Eastern Naval Command launch a weekly competition for readers to identify Indian Navy ships from cutouts. Winners get naval memorabilia. Submit entries by Jan 17, 2026.
Canadian authorities have arrested the accused in the massive Toronto gold heist, marking a breakthrough in the country's largest theft case involving millions in stolen gold.
A man has been arrested at Toronto airport in connection with Canada's largest gold heist, while a key suspect last traced to Chandigarh remains at large, sparking an international manhunt.
The first gallery of the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum, set to be the world's largest, opens in Delhi's North Block by year-end. It will showcase 80,000 to 1 lakh artifacts across 5,000 years of Indian heritage. Read more about this monumental project.
India's Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum, set to be the world's largest, will open its first gallery in North Block by year-end. Spanning 1.55 lakh sqm, it will showcase 80,000 to 1 lakh artifacts. Explore India's 5000-year journey!
Ahead of the International Fleet Review 2026, TOI and the Eastern Naval Command launch a weekly puzzle contest. Identify the Navy ship from cutouts to win memorabilia. First 20 correct entries each week win!
Bill Gates transferred $7.9 billion to Melinda Gates' nonprofit, Pivotal Philanthropies, fulfilling a post-divorce agreement. This massive donation reshapes global philanthropy, empowering Melinda's independent work in mental health, women's leadership, a
Hope Roberts, 19, from the UK, has entered the Guinness World Records for the largest collection of Jellycat memorabilia, amassing 877 unique items. Discover her inspiring story of dedication and joy.
Rajasthan launches a tender for India's biggest integrated solar & battery storage project (2.45GW/6.4GWh) in Bikaner to ensure reliable green power during peak hours. Read details.
National Geographic confirms a 441-pound, 20.7-foot Green Anaconda in Ecuador's Amazon. Discover its habitat, hunting secrets, and why its size is an evolutionary marvel. Dive into the world of apex predators.
East Champaran officials inspect preparations for installing the 210-tonne Shiva lingam at Virat Ramayan Mandir on January 17. Massive security and crowd control plans are underway.
Bill Gates makes a massive $7.88 billion donation to Melinda French Gates' Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation in 2024, one of the largest public charitable gifts ever. Explore the details behind this historic transfer and the couple's split.
Bajaj Group completes India's largest insurance sector deal, buying Allianz's 23% stake for Rs 21,390 crore. This move boosts Bajaj's ownership to 97% in both life and general insurance ventures. Read more.
Discover why Delhi, India's largest city by scale and history, is a complex tapestry of ancient monuments, diverse cultures, and vibrant urban life. Explore its timeless layers.
Bihar's Virat Ramayan Mandir installs the world's largest Shivling, a 33-foot, 210-tonne marvel from a single granite block. Witness the historic spiritual event on January 17 with grand Vedic rituals.
A monumental 2 lakh kg Shivling, the world's largest, has reached Bihar's capital. The grand installation ceremony at Patna's ISKCON temple is scheduled for January 17, 2026. Witness this historic spiritual event.
India surpasses China as top rice producer with 150.18 MT output. Chelsea FC names Liam Rosenior head coach. Get all key national, international, sports & business updates for your school assembly.
Central banks hold a fifth of all gold ever mined. See where India ranks among the top 10 nations with the largest gold reserves as of Q3 2025. Explore the data and strategic importance.
Venezuela holds the world's largest proven oil reserves in 2025. See where Saudi Arabia, Canada, Iran, and India rank in the global list. Key insights from OPEC's latest data.
Essential UPSC insights for Jan 5, 2026: Somnath Temple's 1000-year history, India surpasses China as top rice producer, and implications of US intervention in Venezuela. Master your Prelims and Mains preparation.
India achieves a historic milestone in agriculture, surpassing China to become the world's largest rice producer with 150.18 million tonnes output in 2024-25. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces 184 new crop varieties to boost farmer income.
India has overtaken China to become the world's largest rice producer, with a record output of 150.18 million tonnes. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced this milestone while releasing 184 new climate-resilient crop varieties. Read more about I
The world's largest Shiva Lingam, a 33-ft granite marvel from Tamil Nadu, entered Bihar, drawing massive crowds. It's destined for the Virat Ramayan Temple in East Champaran. Witness the historic journey.
Chinese automaker BYD dethrones Tesla as the world's largest battery electric vehicle seller in 2025, selling 2.25 million units. Discover the factors behind this historic power shift in the global EV market.
Chinese automaker BYD overtakes Tesla in global EV sales for 2025. Tesla sees first annual delivery decline while BYD surges. Read the full analysis of this market-changing event.
Tesla's global EV crown slips to China's BYD after a 9% delivery drop in 2025. Intense competition and expiring US tax credits hit sales. Can Musk's robotaxi and robotics pivot revive fortunes? Read the full analysis.
Steelbird Helmets, crowned world's largest helmet producer for 2024-25, now eyes a historic hat-trick in 2026. Discover their strategy for global dominance in rider safety.
The Reserve Bank of India holds the 7th spot among the world's largest central banks by assets in 2025, as per BIS data. Discover the full top 10 list and key insights.
Wallace's giant bee, the world's largest, was rediscovered in Indonesia after decades. Learn about its unique biology, habitat, and why its survival matters for our ecosystem.
Ahmedabad's International Flower Show 2026 creates history with two Guinness World Records: World's Largest Flower Mandala and Largest Flower Portrait of Sardar Patel. Discover the stunning details!