Times of India

The BJP and AIADMK have rekindled their alliance for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, marking another chapter in their cyclical relationship of partnership and rupture. Driven by political necessity, the alliance aims to challenge the incumbent Stalin-led DMK government, despite past tensions and strategic divergences between the two parties.

Drake Maye, at 23, could become the youngest Super Bowl-winning quarterback against Sam Darnold’s Seattle Seahawks. Maye’s pairing with head coach and former New England Patriots player Mike Vrabel could be the first step toward Tom Brady and Bill Belichick’s undefeatable dynasty. Meanwhile, Darnold reportedly seeks redemption, thoroughly aiming to overcome his “bust” label and secure a Super Bowl title with Seattle’s strong defense and his own gutsy performance. This Super Bowl LX chance for Seahawks comes after 12 long years.

What time will Super Bowl LX end? The Patriots vs Seahawks game should finish between 10:00-10:30 p.m. ET on February 8. Complete schedule breakdown including kickoff, halftime, and potential overtime.

The latest round of exchanges was triggered after Congress leader and the leader of the opposition VD Satheesan indicated that the UDF would accept support from Jamaat-e-Islami, asserting that the organisation had clarified it does not advocate a religion-based nation in India. That remark drew immediate criticism from both the CPM and the BJP, who accused the Congress of legitimising a group they describe as communal.

Billionaire investor Mark Cuban and hedge fund manager Bill Ackman have reacted to Elon Musk's recent social media post. Musk, despite his immense wealth, expressed that money cannot buy happiness. Cuban agreed that wealth magnifies existing feelings, while Ackman advised Musk to focus on philanthropy and finding a long-term partner. Musk previously stated that effective philanthropy is challenging.

Japan's ruling LDP, led by PM Sanae Takaichi, is poised for a significant win in snap elections, exit polls suggest. This victory could empower Takaichi to advance her conservative agenda, including increased defense spending. However, voter concerns about inflation and economic stability persist, alongside heightened regional tensions with China.

Babar Azam's position in Pakistan's T20 team is under scrutiny. A slow innings against the Netherlands has led to sharp criticism. Former player Basit Ali suggested Babar might be dropped for the next match. Concerns about his T20 suitability were highlighted by past Big Bash League struggles. Team management had previously indicated that reputation would not guarantee selection.

Anthropic's AI assistant Claude now prominently features 'ad-free chats' on its welcome page. This move follows recent advertisements from Anthropic that humorously pointed out the intrusion of ads within AI conversations. The company emphasizes its commitment to providing a helpful and uninterrupted user experience. This latest development continues Anthropic's public campaign to differentiate itself from competitors like OpenAI.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will continue in his role beyond 75 years, as directed by the organization, stating retirement from work is not an option. He emphasized that the RSS chief must be a Hindu, chosen based on merit, not caste. The Sangh focuses on instilling values rather than campaigning, and supports anti-corruption efforts.

It is also learnt that Imran Khawaja and Mubashir Usmani, two ICC representatives, reached Lahore on Sunday morning.

​Bhagwat also spoke about the deepening concerns over the illegal infiltration in the country, which has continued unabated over the decades, saying: "We should inform the police that we suspect these people are foreigners, and they should investigate and keep an eye on them, and we will also keep an eye on them. We will not give employment to any foreigner."

Financier Jeffrey Epstein harbored plans for a genetically engineered 'super-race'. He discussed these transhumanist ideas with scientists and business figures. Epstein envisioned using his Zorro Ranch in New Mexico for his ambitious genetic experiments. These discussions reportedly began in the early 2000s. The New York Times reported little evidence of the scheme progressing beyond fantasy.

The Congress party has accused the BJP of promoting hate and targeting minorities. This follows a video posted by the BJP's Assam unit showing Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma firing a rifle at two individuals identified as minorities. The Congress has demanded strict judicial action, calling the video a call to genocide.

Salman Khan's upcoming war drama, 'Battle Of Galwan', faces a potential delay from its April 17, 2026 release. Reshoots are ongoing, and the filmmakers must secure clearance from the Ministry of Defence, making the original deadline unlikely. The team prioritizes accuracy for the film depicting the 2020 Galwan Valley clash.