Times of India

President Trump expressed displeasure with ExxonMobil's assessment of Venezuela's investment climate, calling their stance "too cute." This follows a meeting where Trump urged oil firms to engage directly with the US, not the Venezuelan government. ExxonMobil's CEO deemed the country "uninvestable" due to current commercial frameworks. Trump's administration is actively seeking US oil company investment to aid Venezuela's recovery.

President Trump stated Iran's leaders called to negotiate amid protests and threats of military action. He indicated a meeting might be set up but warned of potential US action due to the crackdown. US officials are considering strikes on Iranian security services involved in suppressing demonstrations.

Pacer Harshit Rana lauded Shubman Gill's captaincy, calling him a "free and aggressive captain" who empowers his teammates. Rana highlighted Gill's clear decision-making and composure under pressure. This leadership style was evident as India secured a four-wicket victory against New Zealand in the opening ODI, with Gill contributing a crucial 56.

Virat Kohli described his career as a dream come true after becoming the fastest batter to 28,000 international runs. He expressed immense gratitude for his journey, emphasising his joy in bringing happiness to fans through cricket. Kohli also shared his aggressive batting mindset and revealed his trophies are sent to his mother.

Police have filed cases against nine individuals, including two village sarpanches, in Hanumakonda district for allegedly killing approximately 300 stray dogs with lethal injections. The incident, which occurred between January 6 and 8, was reported by an NGO after buried carcasses were discovered.

Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl achieved a remarkable 1,000 NHL points, a milestone celebrated with his family and teammates. Despite a recent shootout loss, Draisaitl's historic achievement, coupled with his two-goal performance, provided a significant spark for the team. Connor McDavid also extended his impressive point streak, highlighting individual brilliance amidst team aspirations.

Amidst escalating anti-government protests in Iran, US President Donald Trump indicated "very strong options" are being considered by the military, suggesting a red line may have been crossed. Iran's parliament speaker warned that US bases and Israel would become legitimate targets if attacked, vowing severe punishment for protesters.

In an astounding theatrical journey, Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' has captivated audiences for over 38 days, raking in an impressive Rs 805.65 crore net domestically. On a global scale, the espionage thriller has soared to new heights, achieving an unprecedented Rs 1254.9 crore worldwide, making it the highest-grossing Hindi film to date.

The situation follows the decision by IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to leave out Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from their squad for the 2026 season, despite buying him for Rs 9.2 crore in the mini auction.

Virat Kohli became the fastest player to reach 28,000 international runs in 624 innings during India's ODI against New Zealand. He also surpassed Kumar Sangakkara to become the second-highest run-scorer in international cricket. The Baroda Cricket Association honored Kohli and Rohit Sharma at the historic match.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is on a two-day visit to India, meeting PM Modi in Ahmedabad. Their agenda includes visiting Sabarmati Ashram and the International Kite Festival, followed by bilateral talks in Gandhinagar. Discussions will center on strengthening the India-Germany Strategic Partnership, focusing on trade, technology, and defense cooperation, building on recent high-level interactions.

Travis Kelce is weighing whether to return to the NFL after a disappointing season with the Kansas City Chiefs. Sources say he is not ready to retire but will take weeks to decide, discussing his future with family and fiancée Taylor Swift as personal priorities and roster uncertainty complicate the call.

Stefon Diggs and Cardi B have been together for close to a year but the high profile couple is now dealing with a messy legal scandal concerning the star player's former private chef. While Stefon Diggs has strongly denied the charges against him and Cardi B has stood by his side, it seems her recent actions may make the legal scandal riskier for the star player.

TVK president Vijay is set to appear before the CBI in New Delhi on Monday regarding the Karur stampede probe, which claimed 41 lives. The central agency issued a summons for his examination. Ahead of his appearance, TVK sought security from Delhi police. The Supreme Court had transferred the investigation into the September 2025 incident to the CBI.

A woman was shot dead in Delhi, with police suspecting a contract killing. Shooters reportedly waited for her for hours. The victim was a witness in her husband's murder case, who himself was gunned down previously. Authorities are investigating potential links to past criminal activities and rivals, with raids underway.