Times of India

During the July to September quarter of 2026, residential housing sales in India revealed contrasting trends across major cities. While the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Bengaluru reported a surge in transactions, Pune and Chennai faced notable declines. A total of 1,14,320 new residential units were introduced in seven cities, with average property prices climbing 7% annually. The approaching festive season is expected to boost the demand for residential properties.

Three female students from Lovely Professional University stated that a video of them was released without their consent. This video allegedly dismissed claims of a rape incident on campus involving a plumber. Following the allegations, students protested and vandalized property and blocked a highway for over 15 hours.

The Supreme Court has proactively recognized the alarming surge in rape incidents within Delhi-NCR, accusing law enforcement and public administration of systemic failures in ensuring safety. Drawing comparisons to the infamous 2012 Nirbhaya case, the court expressed dissatisfaction with the advancements in law enforcement. In light of a recent gang-rape, it demanded greater accountability and tangible actions from authorities to enhance public safety and restore faith in institutional responses.

Varun Sanyal’s Asian Games journey was marked by travel chaos, logistical hurdles, and an extreme weight cut that ended his campaign before it began. Despite the setback, he played a key support role as teammate Suchika Tariyal won India’s first MMA medal at the Games.

Greenspoint Mall, a once-popular shopping destination, is set to be demolished for redevelopment. CityNorth Industrial Park will cover approximately 80 acres with an investment of $150 million. This new project will provide logistics and industrial space while supporting approximately 1,200 full-time jobs upon completion. Demolition is scheduled to begin in October 2026, with construction continuing into 2028.

Shereen Pavlides, a 1990 Garnet Valley High School graduate and former Glen Mills resident, has built a social media career around home cooking. Known as Cooking With Shereen, she now has about 5 million TikTok followers, more than 2 million on Facebook, over 1 million on Instagram and around 1.45 million YouTube subscribers.

Decisions regarding parenthood and pet ownership stem from individual experiences and preferences. Financial considerations play a significant role in deciding between children and pets. Psychologically, bonds with animals are valuable but differ from parent-child relationships. Pets can offer companionship and emotional support without replacing the unique aspects of child-rearing. Ultimately, personal values shape these important life choices for individuals.

Trump's latest taxpayer-funded promotions, which prominently display his rhetoric, have ignited debate around the appropriate use of government resources. Detractors from various political factions are voicing concerns over the legality of blending political messaging with public funds. The White House defends these promotions as necessary public service announcements, contrasting with the emerging calls for greater ethical scrutiny during this election cycle.

Pincky Balhara has secured a bronze medal in the women's -78kg Kurash event at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Games. She previously won a silver medal in the women's -52kg category at the 2018 Jakarta Asian Games. Balhara faced significant personal loss before the 2018 Games but found motivation through her father's dream. The sport of Kurash, which is related to judo, made its Asian Games debut eight years ago.

After graduating from IIT Kanpur, Abhishek Anand combined his career in tech with his cricket dreams. He transitioned from tennis-ball to leather-ball cricket during his studies. A job opportunity in Japan allowed him to pursue cricket further, ultimately leading to his debut with the national team against the Cook Islands in 2025. His journey highlights the significance of balancing education and personal passion.

The Delhi High Court recently this very principle of mesne profits in a case involving a bank, directing the tenant to pay out, along with 6% annual interest, to the landlady for continuing to occupy the premises beyond the agreed tenancy period.

OpenAI and Anthropic are adjusting their approach as AI systems become more independent and capable. Both companies emphasize the need for safety measures alongside continued development of advanced AI. Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, recently called for a slower pace of AI development to mitigate risks. OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, agreed and highlighted potential dangers from losing control of powerful AI.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed a team to prepare a case against Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. This potential legal action will focus on Erdogan's treatment of Kurds and alleged support for Hamas. Human rights organizations have criticized Turkey for its treatment of Kurdish minorities over several decades. Relations between Israel and Turkey have sharply deteriorated, prompting both nations to pursue legal actions against each other.