Times of India

According to the IMF's World Economic Outlook April 2025, India is projected to become the fourth largest economy globally in 2025, surpassing Japan with a nominal GDP of $4,187.017 billion. The report indicates continued growth, forecasting India to overtake Germany by 2028 and achieve a $5 trillion economy by 2027.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack and escalating India-Pakistan tensions, major airlines like Lufthansa and Air France are rerouting flights to avoid Pakistani airspace. This comes after India closed its airspace to Pakistani carriers. Pakistan faces lost overflight revenue as airlines opt for alternative routes via Delhi, despite increased fuel costs and flight time.

Berkshire Hathaway's board has officially named Greg Abel as the next CEO, succeeding Warren Buffett by the end of 2026. Abel, currently vice-chairman overseeing non-insurance operations, will navigate the $900 billion conglomerate through global economic challenges. Buffett, 94, will remain chairman to ensure continuity, expressing confidence in Abel's leadership to maintain Berkshire's success.

Chennai Super Kings face a setback. Wicketkeeper Vansh Bedi is out of IPL 2025. Urvil Patel replaces him. Patel is a wicketkeeper-batter from Gujarat. He had strong domestic performances. CSK is already out of playoff contention. The team will focus on future rebuilding. Patel's addition offers a glimpse into the next generation. CSK will play final games with pride.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited riot-affected Murshidabad, accusing the BJP-led Centre of instigating communal tensions. She alleged the BSF's actions escalated the violence and accused the BJP of forcibly relocating victims to prevent them from meeting her. Banerjee also criticized the NHRC's swift response to Murshidabad, questioning their absence in Manipur and Uttar Pradesh, suggesting a pre-planned conspiracy.

Mixed Martial Arts will debut at the 2026 Asian Games. India's athletes need government and sponsor support. Currently, there are no awards or government funding for training. India lacks a recognized federation to govern MMA. Ritu Phogat and Puja Tomar highlight the financial struggles. They emphasize the need for training centers and coaches.

Moody's Ratings warns that ongoing tensions with India pose a greater economic risk to Pakistan than to India. Pakistan's growth and fiscal consolidation could be hampered, straining foreign-exchange reserves. India's economy remains robust, with minimal impact expected.

President Vladimir Putin conveyed his condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the Pahalgam terror attack, assuring Russia's support in combating terrorism and emphasizing the need for justice. Both leaders affirmed their commitment to strengthening the India-Russia partnership.

Uttar Pradesh Congress president Ajay Rai defended his "toy Rafale" jibe, clarifying it was to urge action against terrorism after the Pahalgam attack. Rai criticized the Defence Minister's symbolic gestures during the Rafale acquisition, demanding concrete action. BJP leaders strongly condemned Rai's remarks, accusing him of undermining military morale and aiding Pakistan, sparking a political controversy.

Following the Pahalgam attack, India has banned all imports from Pakistan, including indirect routes via intermediary nations, postal services, and vessels. This action, triggered by national security concerns, aims to prevent Pakistani goods from entering India through circumvention.

With his skill to swing the ball both ways and his dexterity to hit the 6m length consistently, Arshdeep Singh is arguably the best of his type India has had since Zaheer Khan. The 26-year-old's opening spell against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) is a gentle reminder to Ajit Agarkar and co. of why he should be on the plane for the five-match Test series against England, starting June 20.

Singer Pawandeep Rajan, winner of Indian Idol Season 12, was critically injured in a car accident in Ahmedabad early Monday morning. The accident occurred around 3:40 a.m., leaving him with visible injuries. Fans are expressing their concern and sending wishes for his speedy recovery as they await official news regarding the cause of the accident and his current medical condition.

Reliance Jio is strategically densifying its 5G network across India by deploying domestically manufactured network products, potentially slashing costs and reducing reliance on Ericsson and Nokia. This move involves utilizing 5G small cells produced near Chennai through a joint venture, enhancing coverage in urban areas. Jio's shift aims for self-reliance and optimized capital expenditure in its 5G expansion.

Aaron Finch suggests Rishabh Pant relinquish wicketkeeping to Nicholas Pooran to improve communication and leadership amid a poor IPL season. Pant's struggles with both batting and captaincy, highlighted by a slow scoring rate and on-field frustrations, are impacting LSG's performance. Finch believes this change could help Pant regain rhythm and directly manage the team's strategies, crucial for their playoff push.

Gold futures opened higher at Rs 93,271/10 grams, while silver saw a slight increase to Rs 94,145/kg. Prices previously declined due to optimism surrounding US-China trade talks and a stronger dollar.

The Supreme Court dismissed Sultana Begum's plea to reclaim the Red Fort, deeming her claim as the widow of Bahadur Shah Zafar II’s great-grandson misconceived and meritless. The court questioned why only the Red Fort was being claimed and not other historical sites. Begum argued her family was wrongfully deprived of the fort after the 1857 war of independence.

Prabhsimran Singh's explosive batting for Punjab Kings in the IPL is a source of joy for his ailing father, Surjit Singh, who is battling kidney failure. Despite his health struggles, Surjit finds solace and happiness in watching his son's performance. Prabhsimran has produced 437 runs in 11 innings for PBKS at a strike rate of 170.

Kishan Kumar Singh, an Indian student, was arrested in North Carolina for allegedly impersonating a federal agent. He is accused of scamming a 78-year-old woman by convincing her that her bank accounts were compromised. Singh is currently held on a $1 million bond, facing felony charges for his alleged crimes.