Times of India

Karnataka governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has refused to deliver the customary address to the legislature, adding to a recent trend of gubernatorial disputes. This follows similar incidents in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where governors clashed with state governments over speech content and assembly proceedings. The Karnataka government is set to meet the governor to understand his reasons.

Google AI CEO Demis Hassabis stated no plans for ads in Gemini, deeming OpenAI's ChatGPT ad test a premature revenue push. This comes amid investor concerns about OpenAI's significant spending exceeding revenue, with projections of substantial cumulative losses and unsustainable operational costs for its AI tools.

An Indian Air Force trainer aircraft crash-landed in Prayagraj after an engine failure mid-air. The aircraft deployed an emergency parachute, allowing for a safe force-landing in an uninhabited area, with both pilots unharmed. This incident follows another aviation emergency earlier this month involving a regional connectivity flight.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warned the world order is breaking apart, not evolving, during a speech at the World Economic Forum. He urged middle powers like India to unite against great power rivalry and coercion, emphasizing collective resilience over appeasement.

Zomato's parent company Eternal Limited CEO Deepinder Goyal is stepping down from his role, subject to shareholder approval, to pursue high-risk, experimental ideas outside the public company. He will transition to Vice Chairman on the board, with Albinder Dhindsa named as his successor.

Former pacer Varun Aaron believes Suryakumar Yadav's recent T20I struggles stem from shot selection and difficulty with slower deliveries. Aaron suggests batting Suryakumar at number four, similar to his IPL role, to improve his consistency and address concerns ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Daryl Mitchell has ascended to the top of the men's ODI batting rankings, surpassing Virat Kohli after a stellar series against India. Mitchell's consecutive centuries powered New Zealand's victory and earned him the No. 1 spot with 845 rating points. Ibrahim Zadran also climbed to third, while Glenn Phillips reached 20th.

Sanju Samson, India's first-choice keeper for the 2026 T20 World Cup, reflects on his decade-long journey marked by failures and successes. Having returned to his preferred opening role, Samson emphasizes his fearless approach and the importance of his bond with captain Suryakumar Yadav. He remains driven by a hunger to contribute positively.

A Smiths lyric from 1984 has become an unlikely anthem for Gen Z’s relationship with work. Drawing on viral online stories and recent research, the article explores why young people feel burned out, disengaged, and dissatisfied both during the job hunt and after getting hired—and how many are questioning whether traditional work can still deliver meaning or fulfilment.

Pakistan has offered to host Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches, backing Dhaka's refusal to play in India due to security concerns. The ICC is set to decide Bangladesh's participation amid ongoing talks. Bangladesh insists on shifting venues, while the ICC prefers the original schedule. This standoff follows recent IPL-related directives impacting Bangladeshi players.

China has said it will firmly defend a United Nations–centred global order after receiving an invitation from the United States to join President Donald Trump’s proposed Gaza Board of Peace. While Beijing has not confirmed whether it will accept the offer, it stressed its commitment to the UN system and international law. The invitation has led to debate over whether the new board could emerge as a parallel peace mechanism and what it could mean for existing multilateral institutions and power balances

A video of bare-chested youths dancing to a Haryanvi song with hookahs in Sonmarg has sparked outrage in Kashmir. Political leaders and civil society condemned the act as provocative and disrespectful to local sentiments and cultural norms, highlighting the insensitivity of the behavior in a peaceful tourist destination.

In a significant post-poll development, the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) has extended support to the Shiv Sena in the Kalyan–Dombivli Municipal Corporation. This alliance, with MNS's five corporators backing the Shiv Sena's 53, brings the total to 58, inching closer to the required majority for forming the civic body's government.

Since the Taliban's return in August 2021, Afghan women's basic freedoms have been systematically curtailed, transforming them into privileges. Girls are barred from secondary education and universities, most jobs are off-limits, and public spaces are restricted, severely shrinking women's public existence amid economic collapse.

The Supreme Court has permitted Punjab Kesari to resume operations at one of its printing presses, which had been shut down by the state pollution control board. The court expressed less concern for a hotel run by the group but emphasized that the printing press should not be closed, despite allegations of liquor bottles being found there.

Pakistan Cricket Board has formally backed Bangladesh's decision to avoid playing matches in India for the 2026 T20 World Cup. This move comes as the International Cricket Council prepares to meet and decide on Bangladesh's participation. Bangladesh cited political and security concerns for their stance. The ICC has so far maintained that the tournament schedule will not change.