Times of India

Actress Katrina Kaif has shown a deep interest in spirituality by visiting Prayagraj and meeting Swami Chidanand Saraswati at Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Her visit coincides with the preparations for Mahakumbh 2025, highlighting Bollywood's growing embrace of Indian spiritual traditions.

The Delhi assembly session started with a confrontation as AAP's Atishi accused the BJP of being 'anti-Dalit and anti-Sikh' for replacing BR Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh's photos with those of Mahatma Gandhi, President Droupadi Murmu, and PM Modi in the CM office. Arvind Kejriwal criticized the BJP for hurting Babasaheb's followers, leading to the session's adjournment.

Elon Musk issued a stern warning to US federal employees demanding updates on their weekly accomplishments, hinting at resignation for non-compliance. This came shortly after receiving praise from Donald Trump, who hailed Musk as a 'Patriot' and urged him to be more aggressive in his efforts.

An explosion hit the Russian consulate in Marseille, France, on Monday, which Russ ia is calling a terrorist attack. Russia demands a thorough French investigation and enhanced security for its foreign missions. The blast coincided with the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and firefighters were reported to be at the scene.

Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 100, leading India to a six-wicket win over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy Group A match. The victory, sealed with a boundary, was an emotional moment as Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma watched from the stands. Sharma praised Kohli's contributions to Indian cricket and defended him against critics.

The fifth day of the Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly budget session saw disruptions as Samajwadi Party MLAs protested against a remark made by Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak. The session includes proposals such as the creation of an AI City and development of new expressways.

Miscreants have attacked the Air Force Base near Cox's Bazar's Samiti Para, as per a notification from ISPR. The notice, signed by Ayesha Siddiqua, assistant director of ISPR, stated that the Bangladesh Air Force is taking necessary actions in response to the assault. The situation is being addressed to ensure security and control.

Congress party members held a large protest outside the Rajasthan assembly in response to minister Avinash Gehlot's remarks about former prime minister Indira Gandhi. Prominent figures demanded an apology and the withdrawal of six suspended Congress MLAs. The protest followed a disruption in the House and adjournments triggered by Gehlot's comments about a welfare scheme named after Gandhi.

Pope Francis is resting in the hospital after 10 days of treatment for a lung infection causing early kidney failure. Although still critical, he is alert and attended Mass from his bed. The risk of sepsis remains, but has not been mentioned in updates. This marks his longest hospital stay during his papacy.

On former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa’s 74th birth anniversary, Rajinikanth visited her Chennai residence to pay respects. He garlanded her portrait and shared memories of past visits, emphasizing her lasting legacy in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.

Virat Kohli's candid reflection on his century against Pakistan highlights the dual-edged nature of his favorite cover drive shot, which is both a weakness and a scoring tool. In the ICC Champions Trophy match, he emphasizes the balance between minimizing risks and ensuring team victory, especially in high-stakes matches against archrivals.

India's GDP may be impacted by proposed US tariffs raising by an estimated 0.1 to 0.6 percentage points, as per Goldman Sachs analysis. The potential rise in tariffs by 6.5 to 11.5 percentage points on Indian imports may significantly affect India's trade dynamics with the US.

Eight individuals remain trapped in the SLBC tunnel after its partial collapse in Telangana. Despite rescue efforts involving rat miners and equipment, the chances of survival appear very slim due to significant debris and lack of oxygen. The operation may take three to four days.

CrickPe, a fantasy cricket platform led by Ashneer Grover, has ceased operations just two years after its launch due to taxation and regulatory challenges. The 28% GST on online real-money gaming significantly impacted the platform's sustainability, leading to the decision to halt new contests.

Shoaib Akhtar and Wasim Akram criticised Pakistan's team management after their six-wicket loss to India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Akhtar described the management as 'brainless and clueless' for poor team selection, while Akram emphasised the need for drastic changes to rebuild the team. Both expressed concern over Pakistan's bowling performance and leadership.

Elon Musk warns California could face bankruptcy without significant changes, citing concerns about high government spending and business regulations. Musk moved Tesla's headquarters to Texas due to California's challenges. He also emphasized that the U.S. needs drastic budget cuts, stressing it's essential to avoid national bankruptcy.

Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, tanked in opening trade on Monday. While BSE Sensex dipped over 500 points, Nifty50 went below 22,650.

Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani highlighted that artificial intelligence will not replace core human traits like empathy, leadership, creativity, and collaboration. Speaking at an AIMA event, he emphasized the importance of developing adaptable skills and predicted significant AI advancements in India in the coming year.