Times of India

Football coach Param Ashawar took a significant personal loan to fund his underprivileged girls' team, District Raisen Football Club, enabling their historic qualification for Tier 2 of the Indian Women's League. Despite financial burdens, the team's success, including a victory over Odisha FC, fuels his commitment to advancing women's football in Madhya Pradesh.

Ranbir Kapoor will portray Lord Ram and Lord Parshuram in Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana', confirming a double role. Kapoor shared his approach to differentiating the divine characters, emphasizing spirituality and emotional depth. He acknowledged the immense responsibility of embodying such revered figures, stating his portrayal stems from his personal faith and beliefs as an Indian actor.

A government school in Uttarakhand's Kumaon hills is embroiled in controversy after constructing a 'temple' on campus. This was done to appease the spirit of a Nepali labourer, believed to have haunted the school for 30 years following an accidental death. The unusual construction, funded by the school community, followed unexplained incidents of girls falling unconscious.

The 20-year-old spinner came under focus after conceding 51 runs in Mumbai Indians’ opening match against Kolkata Knight Riders, but Jayawardene backed him as a long-term prospect.

The Election Commission will retain 500 companies of central armed police forces in Bengal for post-poll law and order duties until further notice. This decision comes in light of the state's history of post-poll violence, with an additional 200 companies to remain until counting concludes to secure EVMs and counting centers.

Pune witnessed widespread commuter inconvenience as 97 PMPML buses broke down during sudden heavy showers. Officials admitted unpreparedness, citing unexpected intensity and a focus on summer maintenance. Passengers faced significant hardship with stalled buses and long waits for alternative transport, raising concerns about the transport body's monsoon readiness.

After Raghav Chadha's ousting as deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, AAP leaders launched an intense critique, branding him as overly focused on superficial publicity while neglecting critical party ideologies. His peers challenged his muted stance on urgent political affairs and his conspicuous lack of presence at protests, suggesting a possible intimidation by PM Modi.

In a dramatic turn of events, Iran has intensified confrontations by bringing down a US A-10 Warthog over the vital Strait of Hormuz, following a prior F-15 incident. President Trump labeled the escalating scenario as 'war,' although he reassured that it would not alter the course of negotiations in progress.

US President Donald Trump stated that the United States is currently in the midst of a war and emphasized that the downing of two American jets would not impact ongoing or future negotiations with Iran. Speaking about the US-led search and rescue operations in Iran following the incidents, Trump declined to provide details, citing the sensitivity and intensity of the mission. He expressed frustration over some media coverage of the situation, describing it as misrepresenting the efforts of US personnel involved.

A 35-year-old man, Rahul Chaudhary, was shot five times outside a dhaba in Modinagar. He was on bail for an extortion case. Despite severe injuries, Chaudhary drove himself to a hospital. CCTV footage shows assailants opening fire at his SUV. Police have registered a case and formed teams to apprehend the accused. Investigations are ongoing to identify all involved parties.

Former BJP state president K Annamalai has been summoned to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Chennai after not being included in the party's candidate list for Tamil Nadu. While the party states he chose to campaign statewide, his absence from the ballot sparks debate within BJP circles regarding its impact on voter mobilization and alliance dynamics.

In a shocking turn of events on the Dekargaon–Murkongselek Express in Assam's Lakhimpur district, a father has now been accused of committing an unimaginable act—his six-year-old daughter Sumi was allegedly beheaded with a machete. Fellow passengers reported feeling uneasy about the father's erratic behavior before this tragic and horrific incident unfolded.

A delivery worker allegedly stabbed a minor neighbor multiple times in East Delhi before dying in a suspected cylinder blast at his residence. Police are investigating the stabbing and the subsequent blast, which occurred shortly after the attack. The critically injured girl remains in hospital, while the man was declared brought dead.

Big Tech firms like Amazon, Meta, and Google are drastically cutting H-1B visa petitions, signaling a major hiring slowdown. This decline, driven by stricter immigration policies and widespread tech layoffs, reflects a significant shift in demand for skilled foreign workers. While some companies see sharp drops, Nvidia remains an exception, boosting its filings.

Iran's Parliament Speaker mocked the US after an F-15E fighter jet crashed over Iran, questioning the Pentagon's claims of air superiority. The fate of the two-member crew is unknown, with US teams reportedly scrambling for a rescue. This incident follows a series of US aircraft losses amid escalating regional tensions and threats against Iran.

A 5.9 magnitude earthquake originating in Afghanistan's Jurm jolted Delhi-NCR and northern India on Friday evening. Residents across Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi, and surrounding areas felt the tremors and evacuated their homes. Fortunately, no injuries or property damage have been reported thus far in this developing situation.