Image: File photo, ANI Faridabad horror: A 25-year-old woman was allegedly raped and assaulted by two men in a moving van after taking a lift on Monday night and was thrown out of the vehicle on the Gurgaon–Faridabad road, suffering serious facial injuries.Festive incentive amid strike: Zomato and Swiggy have announced increased incentives for delivery partners on New Year’s Eve as part of a “standard festive protocol,” saying the move is intended to prevent service disruptions during one of the year’s busiest ordering periods. Khaleda Zia funeral: External affairs minister S Jaishankar met BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman in Dhaka on Wednesday and delivered a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, conveying India’s deepest condolences on the passing of Bangladesh’s former prime minister and BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.Nimesulide ban: The Centre has prohibited the manufacture, sale, and distribution of immediate-release oral Nimesulide formulations exceeding 100 mg, citing potential risks to human health.Russia-Ukraine war: Russia’s defence ministry has released night-time footage claiming it shows debris from a Ukrainian drone shot down near one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences in north-west Russia.Here are the top five stories of the dayWoman gang-raped, assaulted & thrown out of moving van in FaridabadA 25-year-old woman who accepted a lift in a van on Monday night was allegedly raped and assaulted by two men inside the moving vehicle before being thrown out on the Gurgaon–Faridabad road, suffering severe facial injuries that required 12 stitches. Police said she was held captive for nearly three hours as the van travelled through isolated areas of Faridabad amid dense fog. A case was registered at Kotwali police station following a complaint by her family, and a crime branch team detained two suspects on Tuesday.Read full storyZomato, Swiggy boost incentives ahead of strikeZomato and Swiggy have announced enhanced incentives for delivery partners on New Year’s Eve, describing it as a “standard festive protocol,” as gig workers’ unions call for a nationwide strike on December 31.The companies say the move is aimed at minimising service disruptions during one of the busiest ordering days of the year. The strike, backed by groups including the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union and the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers, is demanding better pay, safer working conditions and greater dignity at work.Read full storyEAM Jaishankar meets BNP’s Tarique Rahman in Dhaka; hands PM Modi’s condolence letterExternal affairs minister S Jaishankar met BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman in Dhaka on Wednesday and delivered a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveying India’s condolences on the death of former prime minister and BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.The meeting took place shortly after Jaishankar arrived in the Bangladeshi capital to attend Khaleda Zia’s funeral, marking India’s official representation at the ceremony.Read full storyCentre bans high-dose Nimesulide citing health risksThe Centre has barred the manufacture, sale and distribution of immediate-release oral Nimesulide formulations exceeding 100 mg, citing potential risks to human health. In a notification issued by the health ministry, the government said it was satisfied that such doses could be harmful and noted that safer alternatives to the drug are available.Read full storyRussia shares video of alleged Ukrainian strike on Putin’s residenceRussia’s defence ministry has released night-time footage it claims shows debris from a Ukrainian drone shot down near one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences in north-west Russia, escalating tensions amid fragile peace talks on the Ukraine war.Moscow termed the alleged incident a “terrorist act” and a “personal attack” on Putin, accusations Kyiv has dismissed as fabricated. The video, published on Wednesday, shows a damaged drone lying in snow, with officials saying it was intercepted during a reported mass launch targeting the Novgorod region on the night of December 28–29.Read full storyAbout the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosThrowback 2025: Five Big Moments When India Defied Pressure And Delivered Diplomatic MasterstrokesAyodhya Faced Conspiracies But Sanatan Prevailed, UP CM Yogi Adityanath Says At Ram Temple EventIndia’s Backyard In Flux: Nepal’s Gen Z Revolt To Pakistan’s Court Chaos Shakes South Asia In 2025Army Trains Village Defence Guards In J&K In Automatic Rifles, Self-Defence | WatchLeT Deputy Saifullah Kasuri Admits India Hit Terror Camps, Threatens Kashmir After Op Sindoor StrikeTwist in Osman Hadi Murder Case: Prime Accused Blames Jamaat From Dubai, Clears India’s Role‘Remove 10-Minute Delivery Option’: Gig Workers Launch Nationwide Strike On New Year’s EvePM Modi Says 2025 Marked by India’s Commitment to ReformsHasina Extradition Demand May Redefine India Bangladesh Ties Journalist Flags Tarique Rahman’s Plans”To Build Peace That Lasts”: China Claims Credit for India-Pakistan Conflict, Follows Trump123Photostories5 common foods that are unhealthy and their alternative usesMalala Yousafzai once said, “If we want to achieve our goal, then let us…”: 5 lessons it teaches studentsHrithik Roshan’s girlfriend Saba Azad’s luxe choga suit is the traditional trend to watch this seasonPune’s Next Game-Changer: University Road Flyover Rises To Untangle One Of The City’s Worst Traffic Knots10 weird new year rituals you won’t believe existHow to make street-style Egg Chowmein for New Year eve partyChennai’s Underground Push: TBM Melagiri Punches Through Beneath Perambur’s Railway MazeThe science of longevity: Building a longer and healthier life one habit at a timeFrom Akshaye Khanna’s FA9LA memes to Ram Charan’s ‘Peddi’ dance and the Coldplay kiss-cam moment: How 2025 turned pop culture into a nonstop viral loopHow the right words can turn mistakes into learning moments123Hot PicksSaudi Strike YemenPAN-Aadhaar link statusBank holiday New YearGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundBahrain Golden Visa 2025Bank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingJustin Thomas Net WorthLebron JamesCardi BAlex Rodriguez and Jaclyn Cordeiro Net WorthStefon DiggsCaitlin ClarkMatthew Stafford vs Drake MVPWest Bengal SIR DeathJake Paul and Jutta Leerdam Net WorthWorld Fourth Largest Economy

Image: File photo, ANI Faridabad horror: A 25-year-old woman was allegedly raped and assaulted by two men in a moving van after taking a lift on Monday night and was thrown out of the vehicle on the Gurgaon–Faridabad road, suffering serious facial injuries.Festive incentive amid strike: Zomato and Swiggy have announced increased incentives for delivery partners on New Year’s Eve as part of a “standard festive protocol,” saying the move is intended to prevent service disruptions during one of the year’s busiest ordering periods. Khaleda Zia funeral: External affairs minister S Jaishankar met BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman in Dhaka on Wednesday and delivered a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, conveying India’s deepest condolences on the passing of Bangladesh’s former prime minister and BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.Nimesulide ban: The Centre has prohibited the manufacture, sale, and distribution of immediate-release oral Nimesulide formulations exceeding 100 mg, citing potential risks to human health.Russia-Ukraine war: Russia’s defence ministry has released night-time footage claiming it shows debris from a Ukrainian drone shot down near one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences in north-west Russia.Here are the top five stories of the dayWoman gang-raped, assaulted & thrown out of moving van in FaridabadA 25-year-old woman who accepted a lift in a van on Monday night was allegedly raped and assaulted by two men inside the moving vehicle before being thrown out on the Gurgaon–Faridabad road, suffering severe facial injuries that required 12 stitches. Police said she was held captive for nearly three hours as the van travelled through isolated areas of Faridabad amid dense fog. A case was registered at Kotwali police station following a complaint by her family, and a crime branch team detained two suspects on Tuesday.Read full storyZomato, Swiggy boost incentives ahead of strikeZomato and Swiggy have announced enhanced incentives for delivery partners on New Year’s Eve, describing it as a “standard festive protocol,” as gig workers’ unions call for a nationwide strike on December 31.The companies say the move is aimed at minimising service disruptions during one of the busiest ordering days of the year. The strike, backed by groups including the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union and the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers, is demanding better pay, safer working conditions and greater dignity at work.Read full storyEAM Jaishankar meets BNP’s Tarique Rahman in Dhaka; hands PM Modi’s condolence letterExternal affairs minister S Jaishankar met BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman in Dhaka on Wednesday and delivered a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveying India’s condolences on the death of former prime minister and BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.The meeting took place shortly after Jaishankar arrived in the Bangladeshi capital to attend Khaleda Zia’s funeral, marking India’s official representation at the ceremony.Read full storyCentre bans high-dose Nimesulide citing health risksThe Centre has barred the manufacture, sale and distribution of immediate-release oral Nimesulide formulations exceeding 100 mg, citing potential risks to human health. In a notification issued by the health ministry, the government said it was satisfied that such doses could be harmful and noted that safer alternatives to the drug are available.Read full storyRussia shares video of alleged Ukrainian strike on Putin’s residenceRussia’s defence ministry has released night-time footage it claims shows debris from a Ukrainian drone shot down near one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences in north-west Russia, escalating tensions amid fragile peace talks on the Ukraine war.Moscow termed the alleged incident a “terrorist act” and a “personal attack” on Putin, accusations Kyiv has dismissed as fabricated. The video, published on Wednesday, shows a damaged drone lying in snow, with officials saying it was intercepted during a reported mass launch targeting the Novgorod region on the night of December 28–29.Read full storyAbout the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosThrowback 2025: Five Big Moments When India Defied Pressure And Delivered Diplomatic MasterstrokesAyodhya Faced Conspiracies But Sanatan Prevailed, UP CM Yogi Adityanath Says At Ram Temple EventIndia’s Backyard In Flux: Nepal’s Gen Z Revolt To Pakistan’s Court Chaos Shakes South Asia In 2025Army Trains Village Defence Guards In J&K In Automatic Rifles, Self-Defence | WatchLeT Deputy Saifullah Kasuri Admits India Hit Terror Camps, Threatens Kashmir After Op Sindoor StrikeTwist in Osman Hadi Murder Case: Prime Accused Blames Jamaat From Dubai, Clears India’s Role‘Remove 10-Minute Delivery Option’: Gig Workers Launch Nationwide Strike On New Year’s EvePM Modi Says 2025 Marked by India’s Commitment to ReformsHasina Extradition Demand May Redefine India Bangladesh Ties Journalist Flags Tarique Rahman’s Plans”To Build Peace That Lasts”: China Claims Credit for India-Pakistan Conflict, Follows Trump123Photostories5 common foods that are unhealthy and their alternative usesMalala Yousafzai once said, “If we want to achieve our goal, then let us…”: 5 lessons it teaches studentsHrithik Roshan’s girlfriend Saba Azad’s luxe choga suit is the traditional trend to watch this seasonPune’s Next Game-Changer: University Road Flyover Rises To Untangle One Of The City’s Worst Traffic Knots10 weird new year rituals you won’t believe existHow to make street-style Egg Chowmein for New Year eve partyChennai’s Underground Push: TBM Melagiri Punches Through Beneath Perambur’s Railway MazeThe science of longevity: Building a longer and healthier life one habit at a timeFrom Akshaye Khanna’s FA9LA memes to Ram Charan’s ‘Peddi’ dance and the Coldplay kiss-cam moment: How 2025 turned pop culture into a nonstop viral loopHow the right words can turn mistakes into learning moments123Hot PicksSaudi Strike YemenPAN-Aadhaar link statusBank holiday New YearGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundBahrain Golden Visa 2025Bank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingJustin Thomas Net WorthLebron JamesCardi BAlex Rodriguez and Jaclyn Cordeiro Net WorthStefon DiggsCaitlin ClarkMatthew Stafford vs Drake MVPWest Bengal SIR DeathJake Paul and Jutta Leerdam Net WorthWorld Fourth Largest Economy


Evening news wrap: EAM Jaishankar meets BNP’s Tarique Rahman in Dhaka; Centre bans high-dose Nimesulide & more
  • Faridabad horror: A 25-year-old woman was allegedly raped and assaulted by two men in a moving van after taking a lift on Monday night and was thrown out of the vehicle on the Gurgaon–Faridabad road, suffering serious facial injuries.
  • Festive incentive amid strike: Zomato and Swiggy have announced increased incentives for delivery partners on New Year’s Eve as part of a “standard festive protocol,” saying the move is intended to prevent service disruptions during one of the year’s busiest ordering periods.
  • Khaleda Zia funeral: External affairs minister S Jaishankar met BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman in Dhaka on Wednesday and delivered a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, conveying India’s deepest condolences on the passing of Bangladesh’s former prime minister and BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.
  • Nimesulide ban: The Centre has prohibited the manufacture, sale, and distribution of immediate-release oral Nimesulide formulations exceeding 100 mg, citing potential risks to human health.
  • Russia-Ukraine war: Russia’s defence ministry has released night-time footage claiming it shows debris from a Ukrainian drone shot down near one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences in north-west Russia.

Here are the top five stories of the day

Woman gang-raped, assaulted & thrown out of moving van in Faridabad

A 25-year-old woman who accepted a lift in a van on Monday night was allegedly raped and assaulted by two men inside the moving vehicle before being thrown out on the Gurgaon–Faridabad road, suffering severe facial injuries that required 12 stitches. Police said she was held captive for nearly three hours as the van travelled through isolated areas of Faridabad amid dense fog. A case was registered at Kotwali police station following a complaint by her family, and a crime branch team detained two suspects on Tuesday.Read full story

Zomato, Swiggy boost incentives ahead of strike

Zomato and Swiggy have announced enhanced incentives for delivery partners on New Year’s Eve, describing it as a “standard festive protocol,” as gig workers’ unions call for a nationwide strike on December 31.The companies say the move is aimed at minimising service disruptions during one of the busiest ordering days of the year. The strike, backed by groups including the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union and the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers, is demanding better pay, safer working conditions and greater dignity at work.Read full story

EAM Jaishankar meets BNP’s Tarique Rahman in Dhaka; hands PM Modi’s condolence letter

External affairs minister S Jaishankar met BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman in Dhaka on Wednesday and delivered a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveying India’s condolences on the death of former prime minister and BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.The meeting took place shortly after Jaishankar arrived in the Bangladeshi capital to attend Khaleda Zia’s funeral, marking India’s official representation at the ceremony.Read full story

Centre bans high-dose Nimesulide citing health risks

The Centre has barred the manufacture, sale and distribution of immediate-release oral Nimesulide formulations exceeding 100 mg, citing potential risks to human health. In a notification issued by the health ministry, the government said it was satisfied that such doses could be harmful and noted that safer alternatives to the drug are available.Read full story

Russia shares video of alleged Ukrainian strike on Putin’s residence

Russia’s defence ministry has released night-time footage it claims shows debris from a Ukrainian drone shot down near one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences in north-west Russia, escalating tensions amid fragile peace talks on the Ukraine war.Moscow termed the alleged incident a “terrorist act” and a “personal attack” on Putin, accusations Kyiv has dismissed as fabricated. The video, published on Wednesday, shows a damaged drone lying in snow, with officials saying it was intercepted during a reported mass launch targeting the Novgorod region on the night of December 28–29.Read full story



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