Times of India

Infosys faces investor pressure, with its market value dropping significantly despite strong March quarter results. A subdued FY27 revenue growth forecast and industry-wide shifts towards cost efficiency and AI-driven productivity are impacting its outlook. While AI presents new opportunities, it also pressures core business margins.

Virat Kohli is just 11 runs away from becoming the first player to reach 9000 IPL runs ahead of Delhi Capitals clash. With 328 runs this season, he continues his remarkable consistency. Dinesh Karthik praised Kohli’s ability to reinvent himself and his disciplined preparation, calling it a learning experience for younger players.

Maharashtra State Board officials have assured that the MSBSHSE HSC results will be announced within the week, dismissing concerns about delays due to employee protests. Authorities confirmed that result preparation and verification are progressing on schedule. Anxiety had risen among students following media reports of disruptions, but the board reiterated there would be no impact. Results will be available online and via DigiLocker, with uploads already in the final stage of completion.

After an 18-year wait, Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their maiden IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs. All-rounder Krunal Pandya expressed immense emotion, dedicating the historic victory to the passionate RCB fans and long-serving player Virat Kohli, who was visibly moved by the triumph.

'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge', directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi and Sara Arjun, is on the verge of becoming the second highest-grossing Indian film of all time globally, with a worldwide gross of Rs. 1,777.52 crore, just Rs. 10.54 crore away from surpassing 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion's Rs. 1,788.06 crore record. On Day 40, the film's India net stands at Rs. 1,130.69 crore, approximately Rs. 103 crore away from 'Pushpa 2: The Rule's all-time domestic record of Rs. 1,234.1 crore.

India is set to relaunch seaplane services with SkyHop Aviation receiving its operator's license. The company will initially connect five Lakshadweep islands and the mainland using a 19-seater aircraft. This initiative, supported by government incentives and a modified De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter, aims to improve regional connectivity and tourism.

Magnus Carlsen won the Chess.com Open, while Denis Lazavik beat Nihal Sarin, leaving no Indian qualified yet for the Esports World Cup 2026, as of yet. Extra qualification spots don’t pass down, increasing pressure on Sarin. He remains India’s one of the besthopes, with chances through circuit rankings and qualifiers in the evolving esports chess format.

The Baloch Liberation Army claims to have conducted 27 operations in Balochistan, resulting in 42 Pakistani military personnel killed and one captured. Attacks included IED blasts, ambushes, and raids targeting security forces and pro-government individuals. The group also reported three of its fighters died. This follows a recent deadly attack on a Pakistan Coast Guard vessel.

A Swiss International Air Lines flight aborted take-off at Delhi airport due to an engine fire, leading to a chaotic evacuation. A senior executive described the incident as "complete mismanagement" on the ground, citing issues with emergency response, passenger accounting, and hotel arrangements. The airline crew, however, was praised for their handling of the situation onboard.

India-New Zealand FTA: It aims to double bilateral trade, provide Indian exporters duty-free access to the New Zealand market, and attract investments worth $20 billion over the next 15 years.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi was fined 20% of his match fee and given a demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during Kolkata Knight Riders’ clash with Lucknow Super Giants. He reacted angrily after an obstructing-the-field dismissal. Despite the incident, KKR won a Super Over thriller, thanks to Rinku Singh’s unbeaten 83.

Expert unveils a simple parenting trick that empowers children by offering them two acceptable choices, both leading to the desired outcome. This technique fosters independence in kids and reduces daily battles over routines like mornings and bedtime. Parents can effectively use this to encourage cooperation and build confidence in their children.

Fuel prices held steady across major Indian cities on Monday, defying volatile global crude oil markets driven by Middle East tensions. Despite Brent crude exceeding $106 per barrel, domestic petrol and diesel rates remained unchanged. This stability, however, is precarious, with potential hikes looming if international oil prices continue their ascent.

In a communication to all zones, the Railway Board has directed them to conduct detailed inspections of train rakes and prepare time-bound action plans to address deficiencies in passenger amenities.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju welcomed seven Rajya Sabha MPs who defected from AAP to BJP, praising their parliamentary conduct. The move significantly boosts BJP's strength in the Rajya Sabha, while AAP has petitioned for the disqualification of the defecting members.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sparked debate with predictions of economic collapse post-AGI due to mass unemployment. Ironically, he's adopting polyphasic sleep, claiming GPT-5.5's advancements are too compelling to miss. This comes as OpenAI launched GPT-5.5, boasting enhanced reasoning and coding, outperforming rivals.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee hit the streets of Kolkata, visiting a local market to connect with vendors and shoppers. She discussed prices of essentials and assured continued state support. This move comes amid a political battle over cultural identity, with Banerjee also criticizing Prime Minister Modi's recent outreach events.