Times of India

Asaduddin Owaisi has openly criticized the RSS and BJP for their connections to the Manusmriti, questioning their true allegiance to the Indian Constitution adopted in 1949. He emphasized the valiant efforts of Muslim freedom fighters during the resistance against British colonialism and pointed out VD Savarkar's letters to the British while imprisoned. The ongoing discourse regarding Manusmriti's relevance and constitutional principles is growing more fervent by the day.

Six people died and several others were injured in a bus accident. A private travel bus collided with a moving truck near Durgapuram stage. The bus was carrying forty-three passengers from Hyderabad to Vijayawada early Wednesday. Injured individuals were transported to local hospitals for immediate medical attention. Police have initiated an investigation to determine the precise cause of this tragic collision.

The US military conducted a strike on a boat in the Caribbean Sea. This operation resulted in the deaths of four individuals suspected of drug trafficking. Another strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed two people accused of similar activities. These recent attacks bring the total killed in such operations to at least 227. Human rights groups have criticized these actions as unlawful extrajudicial killings.

Mumbai's auto and cab drivers are learning Marathi due to a new state rule. Some drivers are using basic Marathi phrases to refuse passengers for various reasons. The government has established training centers and a helpline for drivers facing issues. Drivers failing tests receive a notice and a suspension period for language acquisition. Passengers hope for more ride acceptances and fewer excuses from drivers.

The year 2026 has been particularly memorable for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. He ended the IPL season as Rajasthan Royals' highest run-scorer with 776 runs. He then produced another explosive performance, smashing 94 off 29 balls against Sri Lanka 'A' in the List A tri-series final in Colombo. He made his senior India debut against England in July and followed it up with an impressive tour of Zimbabwe. Sooryavanshi finished the series with 151 runs, the most by any batter, and was named Player of the Series. He has scored 193 runs in six T20I innings at a strike rate of 189.21.

Ishan Kishan has played 32 ODIs and 55 T20Is for India, apart from 134 IPL matches. His last of two Test appearances came in July 2023. Despite his limited opportunities in Test cricket, his love for the red-ball format remains strong.

Yash's new film 'Toxic' has opened to divided audience reactions after early screenings. Viewers praised the movie's technical presentation and Yash's strong screen presence. However, many criticized the screenplay and narrative substance of the action drama. Some netizens noted similarities between Yash's character and his KGF role. Despite mixed reviews, the film recorded strong advance booking figures.

A Wiltshire couple who built a four-bedroom home for their disabled daughter in 2022 now face a council demolition order following a planning dispute. The property, built on Green Belt land, includes a basement and decking that were not part of the approved plans. The couple have appealed to the Planning Inspectorate, with a decision expected in autumn.

In its application, Centre said, “On account of the serious challenges and implications with the implementation of the directions of SC, govt is committed to bring out a policy which will effectively address the observations made by SC, while also ensuring that the direct and indirect impact of the policy is fair and just.”

Chairing the monthly Pragati meeting on Tuesday, Modi is learned to have told the top bureaucrats that such things are “unacceptable” and the system won’t work like this. Modi reviewed six infrastructure projects across railway, road and power sectors, spanning nine states with a cumulative cost of over Rs 30,000 crore. He said infrastructure projects should be viewed and monitored as an integrated whole, rather than as isolated sections, stretches or packages.

Born on January 19, 1946, in Tennessee, Parton grew up in a poor family and was one of 12 children. She began writing songs when she was about six years old. Her first known song, "Little Tiny Tasseltop", was about a corncob doll made with corn-silk hair. Parton was married to Carl Dean from 1966 until his death in 2025. He generally stayed away from the public spotlight.

Prashant Kishor has thrown down the gauntlet to both Bihar's Chief Minister and opposition leader, challenging them to take their matriculation exams. He proposed that the education minister raise this topic at the upcoming cabinet meeting. This challenge follows the education minister's suggestion for Tejashwi Yadav to pass his exams. Kishor emphasized the need for leaders who inspire trust among the youth by demonstrating their academic capability.

Venkata Narasamamba Vasamsetty, a lawful permanent resident, recently found herself in a troubling situation when ICE officials detained her, despite a judge terminating her immigration case in May. She has always been compliant with check-ins and carried the judge's order. Now, as she faces detention in Georgia, her family is urgently seeking help to ensure her release.

Food and Drugs Administration officials inspected ten prominent Bengaluru clubs on Tuesday. Several clubs were found violating food safety and hygiene regulations. Issues included unhygienic food handling and improper storage practices. Label violations were also noted on food products found at one club. These inspections are part of an ongoing drive to ensure compliance.

In a troubling turn of events, a second deputy from Habersham County, Jonathan Thomas, has been dismissed and arrested for misusing surveillance technology. He reportedly accessed the license plate reader system for personal use, following a similar incident involving former deputy Christian Brewer. As a response, the sheriff's office is enhancing regulations around sensitive data access, part of a broader state investigation into data misuse incidents.

Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic were knocked out in the first round of the US Open mixed doubles after losing to doubles specialists Katerina Siniakova and Henry Patten 1-4, 4-2 (10-2). The top-seeded pair started strongly but failed to maintain their advantage. Patten and Siniakova advanced to the quarterfinals, while other stars including Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz also featured.