Times of India

In a disturbing turn of events in Barabanki, a middle-aged man allegedly decapitated an ice vendor following a heated dispute. After the brutal act, the perpetrator tried to incinerate the head inside his dwelling. Quick-thinking locals intervened, detaining him until the authorities arrived. A formal complaint has been filed against the man.

The Indianapolis Colts are exploring options to fix their struggling pass rush after missing out on Trey Hendrickson. Trade buzz around Myles Garrett has linked him to Indianapolis, especially with a potential rule change easing future draft pick trades. With cap space and urgency, the Colts could pursue a bold move to land an elite defensive playmaker.

An Iranian strike injured 12 US troops in Saudi Arabia, two of them seriously, in an attack on Prince Sultan airbase on Friday, two people briefed on the matter said. The combined missile and drone attack amounted to one of the most serious breaches of American air defences in the war. At least two KC-135 aerial refuelling planes also suffered significant damage.

Rumors linking Cardi B and Stefon Diggs went viral after a social media post claimed a fallout and a $1 million dispute. The speculation grew when an alleged deleted Instagram story surfaced. However, there is no verified proof supporting these claims. Neither party has responded publicly, and no credible reports confirm the narrative, making the controversy largely driven by unverified online speculation.

Bradley Dack is facing multiple cheating claims as several women speak out, according to The Sun. At the same time, Daily Mail reports reveal he and Olivia Attwood were never legally married despite their 2023 ceremony. The couple had planned to register later, but Olivia backed out after discovering issues, leading to their split earlier this year.

Rumors about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce enforcing strict NDAs at their wedding spread quickly after Graham Norton joked about signing them. Fans and media took it seriously, fueling speculation about a secretive ceremony. Norton later clarified it was a joke that got misreported. There is no confirmed NDA, and the couple has not shared any official wedding details yet.

At the core of the problem is a mismatch. Most of these risk calculators were designed using Western populations, where heart disease tends to occur later. In India, it strikes earlier and behaves differently — the study found the average age of patients was just 54, underscoring how premature heart disease has become.

The report said the impact of the conflict on India will be felt through four channels: (a) supply disruptions to oil, gas and fertilisers and more importantly, to exports as well, (b) higher import prices, (c) higher logistics costs (e.g., freight and insurance) and (d) a possible decline in remittances by Indians in the Gulf countries. (The slowdown in exports to Gulf countries may not be particularly consequential for overall exports.)

Vijaypat Singhania's family had acquired the company from ED Sassoon & Co in 1944, when it was primarily a manufacturer of woollen blankets. Under his leadership, Raymond evolved into a diversified conglomerate, expanding into synthetic fabrics, denim, steel, industrial files and cement, while also becoming one of India’s most recognised clothing brands.

Setting a target to add 50 lakh new piped gas connections to the existing base of 1.6 crore, at a round table here, the minister called for accelerating expansion on a mission mode, and underlined the need for single-window approvals, integration with urban planning, last-mile connectivity and convergence with ongoing urban initiatives.

Underscoring India’s energy and diaspora interests in the Gulf, Modi has twice spoken to leaders of all GCC countries since the conflict started and condemned the violation of their sovereignty and territorial integrity. India, however, is yet to condemn the US-Israel strikes on Iran. This was the second telephonic conversation between the PM and the crown prince since the West Asia conflict started on Feb 28.

A man was lured to a meeting via a dating app in Nehru Place, only to be abducted, assaulted, and robbed of ₹7 lakh. Five individuals, including a woman, have been apprehended by Delhi Police following a thorough investigation involving CCTV analysis and digital tracking. The victim was forced to make UPI transfers before being abandoned.

Vayu Baan is an indigenous air-launched effects (ALE) programme designed to integrate unmanned aerial systems directly with manned rotary-wing platforms. It is a small, autonomous drone designed to be dropped from a moving helicopter mid-flight. Once released, the drone unfolds its wings, activates its propulsion and operates as either a surveillance asset or a precision-guided munition (kamikaze drone).

EC officials said 60 lakh voters were initially marked for scrutiny after a special intensive revision (SIR) of rolls, with over 700 judicial officers assigned to review them. By March 23 evening, around 29 lakh cases had been cleared. Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal said names carrying e-signatures till 5pm would be published in the first supplementary list. The list released around midnight carried about 10 lakh names.

“Farmers’ efforts in this have given a lot of relief to the country at this time of global crisis,” he said. Ethanol production, he added, has not only benefited the nation but also farmers, with approximately Rs 1.5 lakh crore worth of foreign exchange being saved. Jewar is a gateway to the sugarcane belts of western UP. Sugarcane feedstock is a key source of ethanol.

A former sarpanch died while waiting for an LPG cylinder in Akola's sweltering heat. Shankarrao Sirsat collapsed after hours in the queue. The incident has sparked anger and questions about the administration's preparedness for essential supply. Citizens are demanding regular LPG availability. Political leaders have criticized the government's arrangements.

Nashik police have registered two new cases against astrologer Ashok Kharat, bringing the total to ten. Allegations include repeated sexual assaults on a woman and cheating a trader out of Rs 2.6 lakh. The woman claims Kharat exploited her marital issues, while the trader was defrauded with fake gemstones.

The US released video of strikes on Iranian naval vessels, claiming to have destroyed 92% of their largest ships. This campaign, now in its fourth week, has reportedly overwhelmed Iran's air defenses. Separately, an Iranian strike wounded 12 American personnel in Saudi Arabia, disrupting global energy supplies.

Cricket returned to Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium with a revamped fan experience, though a poignant tribute marked the anniversary of a past tragedy. While many praised smoother entry and improved security, some faced minor inconveniences with new protocols. Over 2,000 personnel ensured crowd management, leading to less congestion. A minute's silence honored victims before play commenced.

Following Lavonte David’s retirement annoucement, The Athletic suggests the Tampa Bay Buccaneers target veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner to fill the legendary gap. Wagner is a Super Bowl champion with extensive accolades to his name. He has a high football IQ. He possesses elite run-stopping and pass-rushing abilities. This could potentially fit into Tampa Bay’s needs.