Times of India

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee retaliated against UP CM Yogi Adityanath's criticism of Murshidabad violence, citing the Maha Kumbh stampede and alleged UP encounters. She accused Yogi of being a 'Bhogi' and defended Bengal's freedom of expression.

Pakistani pacer Hasan Ali has apologised for his catchphrase supporting Babar Azam. The phrase faced criticism due to Babar's recent form. Hasan stood by Babar, calling him the best and expecting a comeback. He dismissed online trolling. Hasan took four wickets in a Pakistan Super League match. He previously defended Babar, calling him the king of Pakistan cricket.

Indian chess fans face disappointment as their grandmasters struggle in the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam. Despite Arjun Erigaisi's quarterfinal appearance, Gukesh Dommaraju, Vidit Gujrathi, and Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa failed to advance. Coach Srinath Narayanan believes it's too early to judge, citing the high level of competition and the need for adaptation to the format.

Scotland's highest court ruled that the Equality Act's definition of 'woman' and 'sex' refers solely to biological females, siding with For Women Scotland. This decision impacts the interpretation of legal protections for women, clarifying that the Act's provisions are intended for those born female.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticised the BJP-led central government over the new Waqf law, alleging that the bill was passed using a "trick" without proper constitutional amendment. She accused the BJP of attempting to polarize Bengal and raised concerns about the prohibition of fish and meat in Bengali areas of Delhi.

West Bengal BJP chief Sukanta Majumdar criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her claim that Bengal shares a border with Sri Lanka. Majumdar linked this remark to the Supreme Court's decision upholding the cancellation of teacher recruitments due to irregularities. He also expressed concern over violence in Murshidabad and urged the governor to intervene for peace.

Donald Trump has placed high tariffs on Chinese goods. This is in response to China's control over minerals. These minerals are important for many industries. The US relies on China for these resources. Trump's move aims to protect US security. China says it will take action. The US is working to build its own mineral industry.

GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke advocates for early coding education in schools, likening it to core subjects. He highlights AI's role in democratizing software development, enabling smaller teams to achieve significant results. While acknowledging concerns about job displacement, Dohmke emphasizes continuous learning and adaptation for developers in the age of AI.

Gopichand Malineni's 'Jaat,' starring Sunny Deol and Randeep Hooda, had a strong opening, grossing Rs 53.97 crore in its first week. Collections peaked at Rs 14 crore on Sunday, fueled by positive word-of-mouth. However, weekday earnings declined significantly, with Wednesday experiencing a sharp drop to Rs 47 lakhs, despite a star-studded cast.

A viral video from Lucknow captures a delivery agent's amusing reaction to a short-distance delivery within the same apartment complex. The reel, showing a video game being transported between towers for Rs 38, sparked online debate. Some found humor in the situation, attributing it to Lucknow's 'Nawabi' culture, while others criticized the agent's lighthearted commentary.

The Karnataka High Court has issued notices to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his wife, BM Parvathi, regarding a petition seeking a CBI investigation into the alleged MUDA land allotment scam. This action follows a petition filed by Snehamayi Krishna, challenging the dismissal of his request to transfer the case from Lokayukta police to the CBI.

US universities, including Harvard and Princeton, are issuing record levels of debt despite massive endowments, borrowing $12.4 billion in Q1 2025 to safeguard operations amid federal funding cuts. The Trump administration's review of research grants and reduced cost recovery rates have sparked financial uncertainty. Analysts, as reported by Forbes, see this as one of the most unstable periods for higher education, prompting elite institutions to secure liquidity and prepare for long-term challenges.

Rahul Gandhi has urged for significant reforms within the Gujarat Congress, emphasizing the importance of empowering local leaders and decentralizing decision-making processes. He stressed that district presidents should be granted genuine authority, shifting away from centralized control in Ahmedabad. Gandhi framed these internal changes as crucial for countering the BJP-RSS ideology, highlighting Gujarat's pivotal role in this ideological battle.

A Boeing 737 Max 8, carrying 151 passengers and six crew members from Dubai, executed an emergency landing in Lucknow due to low fuel after circling over Nepal airspace awaiting clearance to land in Kathmandu. Following refueling, the flight resumed its journey and successfully reached Kathmandu.

Tata Consultancy Services has crossed $30 billion in annual revenue, solidifying its position as the world's second-largest IT services brand with a valuation of $21.3 billion. CEO K Krithivasan highlighted the company's commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions. TCS also announced key leadership appointments to drive its next phase of growth, focusing on agility and AI-driven solutions.

Yuzvendra Chahal's remarkable 4/28 spell against Kolkata Knight Riders helped Punjab Kings secure a 16-run victory. Chahal's performance tied him with Sunil Narine for the most four-wicket hauls in IPL history, with eight. PBKS, after being bundled out for 111, defended the low score successfully. With this win, PBKS climbed to the fourth spot in the points table.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee addressed the Murshidabad unrest, refuting BJP's claims of TMC involvement in Waqf violence and accusing the Centre of a pre-planned communal riot. She blamed the central government for border security lapses and 'godi media' for spreading misinformation against Bengal.