Times of India

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has been urging Google DeepMind staff to go all in on Gemini and catch up to the AI frontier, following a sweeping leadership overhaul that saw Demis Hassabis step aside as CEO. Koray Kavukcuoglu now runs day-to-day operations from Mountain View, with final say on major decisions. The reshuffle follows Gemini release delays, coding benchmark gaps against Anthropic and OpenAI, and high-profile exits including Jeff Dean.

Kangana Ranaut stood her ground on her 'fox' remark directed at Naseeruddin Shah, challenging the film industry's selective outrage over specific protests. She pointed out the troubling incidents involving assaults on parliamentarians at Jantar Mantar and questioned the industry's inaction regarding the oppression faced by students in Jharkhand. Ranaut also referenced Shah's previous comments on Pakistan as part of her argument.

In a remarkable achievement, Mitchell Starc has etched his name in cricket history as the most successful left-arm bowler. He claimed his 434th Test wicket, overtaking Rangana Herath, while equaling Kapil Dev’s tally in fewer matches. Bangladesh's Hasan Mahmud proved a formidable challenge, snatching an impressive six wickets and leading his team to bowl Australia out for 198 runs.

Lakers governor Jeanie Buss responded to Luka Doncic's statement on the team's pending sale with a two-word endorsement on X. The reaction comes as Josh Kushner and Bob Iger move to buy the franchise for $12.5 billion, roughly 14 months after Mark Walter acquired it from the Buss family. Doncic, now the Lakers' central figure following LeBron James' departure, said he remains committed to winning a title in Los Angeles under the incoming ownership group.

Sri Lankan captain Dhananjaya de Silva expects a spin-focused Test series against India. He believes the Galle pitch will gradually favor spinners after initial batting conditions. De Silva highlighted the importance of player temperament for scoring runs on aging wickets. He noted Prabath Jayasuriya's strong record at Galle as a key advantage. India's absence of Jasprit Bumrah is considered a significant loss for them.

Oil prices have witnessed a decline due to lowered global demand forecasts and a notable increase in US inventories. Both Opec and the IEA have adjusted their oil demand growth projections downward for the near future. Ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb Strait are amplifying supply concerns, while negotiations between Iran and the US remain inconclusive.

In a landmark decision, the US government has taken a significant stake in Intel, officially becoming its largest shareholder. This strategic development signals a pivotal change in the nation's approach to industrial policy and technology strategy. Aiming to enhance domestic manufacturing and protect vital infrastructure, the move offers a sense of supply chain security, but it raises valid concerns regarding potential political interference.

Kuldeep Yadav has played 18 Tests for India and taken 79 wickets in 34 innings. He has a bowling average of 22.35, an economy rate of 3.53 and a strike rate of 37.9. He has taken four four-wicket hauls and five five-wicket hauls. His best innings figures are 5/40, while his best match figures are 8/113. Kuldeep has also been a successful limited-overs bowler. He has 194 wickets from 121 ODIs at an average of 27.04. In 54 T20Is, he has taken 95 wickets at an average of 13.74.

A horrifying scene unfolded in a quiet home where a man was discovered murdered, initially thought to be the work of a burglar. However, police uncovered a dark plot involving the man's wife and her lover, who conspired to kill him. They sedated him, used electrocution, and artfully manipulated the scene to resemble a robbery.

Thalapathy Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' maintained its steady theatrical run on Wednesday. The movie recorded Rs 65 lakhs in India net collection on its twenty-first day. Its overall India net collection has now reached Rs 194.35 crore. Worldwide gross collections for the film stand at Rs 319.57 crore. The H Vinoth directorial continues to perform well in its third week.

Buffalo Bills’ co-owner Kim Pegula made her first public appearance in more than two years at the team’s new Highmark Stadium. Pegula, who suffered cardiac arrest and a brain injury in 2022, walked onto the field with husband Terry and son Matthew. Her return was especially meaningful because she helped plan the $2.2 billion stadium before her health crisis. The emotional appearance marked a significant moment for her family and the Bills.