Times of India

India's T20 World Cup warm-up saw Ishan Kishan open alongside Abhishek Sharma, potentially impacting Sanju Samson's World Cup selection. Captain Suryakumar Yadav confirmed the opening pair, emphasizing the team's strategy. This move follows recent shifts in batting order, with Kishan's strong form and Samson's inconsistent returns influencing management decisions.

Fortnite's v39.40 update arrives February 5, 2026. Players can expect Valentine's Day celebrations and new cosmetics. KPop Demon Hunters Wave 2 returns with new characters. Chappell Roan headlines Fortnite Festival Season 13. Shockwave Grenades will be unvaulted, while Crash Pad Jrs. are vaulted. This update brings fresh content and gameplay adjustments.

Security forces neutralised one terrorist in Kishtwar during Operation 'Trashi-I'. This follows a series of encounters targeting Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad militants. Separately, two Pakistani terrorists, including a top JeM commander, were killed in a cave in Udhampur during Operation 'Kiya', concluding a prolonged gunfight.

Your car's suspension signals its decline through subtle changes. Listen for harsher rides over bumps, excessive bouncing, and strange noises. Uneven tyre wear, pulling to one side, or increased body roll during turns are also critical warnings. Ignoring these signs on India's challenging roads can lead to discomfort and safety issues. Address them promptly.

India secured their second T20 World Cup title in 2024, defeating South Africa in a thrilling final. This victory ended an 11-year drought and added to their inaugural win in 2007. The tournament has seen six different champions across nine editions, with a curious trend of host nations never winning the title.

OpenAI is experiencing a significant exodus of senior researchers as CEO Sam Altman prioritizes ChatGPT development over long-term AI exploration. Key figures, including a VP of research, have departed due to resource allocation disputes, with experimental projects reportedly sidelined. This strategic shift, driven by intense competition, leaves some teams feeling marginalized and questioning their original research goals.

Rahul Gandhi's "traitor friend" jibe at BJP MP Ravneet Singh Bittu during a Parliament protest has sparked outrage. BJP leaders condemned the remark as unacceptable and offensive to the Sikh community, demanding an apology. Bittu retaliated, accusing Congress of atrocities against Sikhs and calling them "murderers."

Filmmaker Karan Johar reacted with amusement to an AI-generated video reimagining Hollywood stars in his iconic film 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'. Meryl Streep as Nandini and George Clooney as Yashvardhan were highlighted, with Johar jokingly expressing his desire to have Streep in his films.

The T20 World Cup faces a potential India-Pakistan boycott, a first in 14 years, as Pakistan awaits government clearance. While a group stage clash is uncertain, the ICC urges a resolution. Pakistan's captain stated players will follow government directives. The tournament features 20 teams across four groups, with knockout stages planned.

Lok Sabha witnessed heated exchanges as opposition MPs protested BJP's Nishikant Dubey targeting the Gandhi family with book references. Following adjournment, Congress MPs met Speaker Om Birla, while Union Minister Kiren Rijiju was also present. This follows earlier disruptions over former Army chief's memoir and Rahul Gandhi's disallowed quotes.

Five ex-Dell employees are suing the tech giant, alleging its 401(k) plan mismanagement cost workers over $318 million. The lawsuit claims Dell violated federal law by keeping workers in underperforming investment funds while profiting from its own products. This class action seeks to recover losses and reform the retirement plan's operations.

Pinterest terminated engineers who developed an internal tool to track layoffs, a move CEO Bill Ready defended as obstructionist behavior. The company is undergoing a restructuring focused on AI, aiming to enhance personalized content and marketer tools amidst industry pressures and investor concerns about AI's impact on its business model.

Almost a century ago, on February 4, 1929, 19-year-old Archie Jackson, hailed as Bradman's equal, achieved his sole Test century in his debut Ashes match for Australia. This stunning 164 was the highlight of a tragically short career. Jackson played only eight Tests before succumbing to tuberculosis at 23, leaving behind a legacy of immense promise.

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee urged the Supreme Court to intervene in the electoral roll revision, alleging the state is being targeted and its people bulldozed. The top court issued notices to the Election Commission and the state's chief electoral officer, emphasizing that genuine persons must remain on the electoral roll.

'Border 2' has seen a strong box office run, crossing Rs 280 crore by its second week. Despite a promising start and a Republic Day boost, the film experienced a decline post-holiday. While facing minimal competition, it's now showing signs of losing momentum ahead of new releases.

Three minor sisters tragically died after jumping from a ninth-floor Ghaziabad flat early Wednesday. An eyewitness reported one sister appeared to plan the jump, while the other two fell trying to stop her. Police are investigating their alleged addiction to an online gaming app and a handwritten note found at the scene.

India's new customs baggage rules, effective February 02, 2026, significantly benefit international travellers, especially UAE residents and Indian expats. The duty-free allowance has been raised to ₹75,000 and value caps on gold jewellery are removed, replaced by weight limits. These modernised regulations aim to simplify procedures and enhance passenger convenience.