Times of India

Mohammad Amir said Pakistan no longer commands the fear it did in the 1990s, especially against India. Shahid Afridi called for dropping senior players, which angered Shadab Khan, who reminded critics they also never beat India in World Cups. Basit Ali criticised Shadab’s comments and questioned his performances, sharing an anecdote about taking away his phones on a past tour.

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol received a life sentence for insurrection after declaring martial law in December 2024, a move the court deemed a plot to paralyze the National Assembly. The declaration, though brief and without casualties, led to his impeachment and subsequent trials. Two cabinet members also faced convictions in related cases.

Speaking to attendees, Mukesh Ambani conveyed optimism that AI would broaden economic prospects instead of diminishing them. He maintained that fears surrounding large-scale job losses are misplaced

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for using the prefix 'Swami' for Sri Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsadeva on his birth anniversary. Banerjee stated this displayed cultural insensitivity, as the saint was revered as 'Thakur,' with 'Swami' being a title for his disciples. Modi had earlier paid tributes to Swami Ramakrishna Paramahansa.

A 70-year-old woman was brutally murdered in her Bengaluru home while her mentally challenged husband lay beside her. Police arrested a wholesale shop owner, Shivakumar, alleging financial distress as the motive for the attack. Investigators believe the suspect sought gold ornaments and cash. CCTV footage and vehicle tracing led to the arrest.

In many instances, the taxpayers are alleged to have sought tax relief by reporting bogus donations to religious bodies, charitable organisations, or educational institutions.

Afghanistan's new penal code, signed by the Taliban's supreme leader, permits husbands to physically abuse wives and children without causing severe injury. It formalizes inequality, with different penalties for 'free' individuals and 'slaves.' Psychological and sexual violence against women are not explicitly prohibited, leaving them vulnerable and without adequate legal recourse.

Jammu and Kashmir's remarkable journey to the Ranji Trophy final, marked by self-belief and meticulous planning, has transformed them into title contenders. Coach Ajay Sharma's patient approach and the development of a core group of talented young players, supported by improved infrastructure and pre-season exposure, have been pivotal to this success.

A woman allegedly stormed a Lucknow power substation, assaulting staff and tearing documents after her home's electricity was disconnected. Nidhi Sharma reportedly became agitated when asked for account details, leading to a physical altercation where employees were injured. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating.

DMDK has officially joined the DMK alliance, marking its first partnership with the party since its inception in 2005. General secretary Premallatha Vijayakant confirmed the decision after meeting with Chief Minister M.K. Stalin. Seat-sharing discussions are ongoing, with a Rajya Sabha seat anticipated for DMDK.

India is hosting the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, bringing together global leaders to discuss artificial intelligence. Discussions focused on democratizing AI, building sovereign capabilities, and ensuring inclusive growth. Leaders emphasized AI's transformative potential across sectors like healthcare and education. The summit highlighted India's growing role as a trusted AI hub in the Global South.

India have won all four group-stage matches at the T20 World Cup, but cracks have emerged, particularly against off-spin in the middle overs. Fixed batting roles and slow scoring by Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma have hurt momentum, giving opponents a clear blueprint. Rivals like South Africa will target this weakness, and India must urgently address their middle-overs approach ahead of the Super Eights.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai lauded Sarvam AI for its groundbreaking work in developing AI models tailored for Indian languages and contexts. The startup's AI reportedly outperforms major global models like Gemini and ChatGPT in specific benchmarks, showcasing advanced capabilities in visual understanding and document analysis for India's diverse linguistic landscape.

Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex tanked in trade on Thursday after three consecutive days of gains. While Nifty50 went below 25,450, BSE Sensex crashed over 1,400 points in intraday trade.

A 29-year-old software professional was allegedly murdered by her former husband inside her Hyderabad apartment. The accused, who had previously lived in Canada, was apprehended after a standoff where he threatened to set the room on fire. The victim had divorced him last year and filed a domestic violence case.

An Income Tax investigation into Hyderabad biryani chains uncovered a massive tax evasion scam across India's food and beverage industry. Analyzing 60 terabytes of data from a pan-India billing software, officials revealed suppressed sales turnover of at least Rs 70,000 crore since 2019-20. The probe identified deletion and under-reporting of cash transactions as key evasion tactics.

Home Minister Amit Shah visited Mayapur, the birthplace of the Bhakti movement, to highlight the Matua community's role in unifying Hindu society. He praised reformers Harichand and Guruchand Thakur for their social welfare initiatives and described Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati as a bridge to modernity. Shah conveyed PM Modi's greetings, emphasizing the spread of the 'Viksit Bharat' and Sanatan dharma messages globally.