Times of India

In a remarkable achievement, Harmanpreet Kaur captained her 150th T20I match during the Women's Asia Cup against Pakistan, solidifying her status as a leading figure in women's cricket. Her focus remains on enjoying the sport rather than tallying numbers, and this milestone places her ahead of many celebrated male captains in T20I history.

Recent Nepal floods highlight Himalayan vulnerabilities and cascading disaster risks. China's Yarlung Tsangpo dam project faces scrutiny due to its geologically unstable location. The dam's operation could influence downstream river flows and water security for India. Chinese scientists have warned about the project's seismic and landslide risks in the region. India faces managing combined risks from infrastructure, climate change, and border proximity.

Brian Lara and Pat Cummins join former captains supporting Imran Khan's treatment. They are calling for independent medical assessments and humane care. Concerns focus on Khan's reported vision problems while in custody. Khan denies corruption charges, which supporters claim are politically motivated. This appeal highlights basic humanity for a respected cricket legend.

A recent Bombay High Court case involved a son who was directed to vacate his father’s flat after the court found that he had failed to honour the condition attached to the gift of the property. The flat had been transferred to him on the understanding that he would take care of his parents, an obligation he did not fulfil.

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut expressed anger over delayed development works. She questioned the utilization of nearly eleven crore rupees allocated for projects. Officials had repeatedly assured her that funds were being used effectively. However, external surveys revealed a different and concerning reality on the ground. Ranaut demanded immediate completion of pending works and accountability from officials.

Suresh Raina expressed confidence in Abhishek Sharma's potential to succeed in Test cricket. He also highlighted Rishabh Pant as an impressive asset in white-ball formats. Notably, Pant has become a pivotal figure in India's red-ball squad. Raina's insights on fostering player development and promoting Test cricket engagement were shared during an interview on Aakash Chopra's YouTube channel.

At just 15, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is set to make his mark in the Duleep Trophy final, playing his inaugural five-day first-class match for East Zone. With a string of impressive achievements including record-breaking performances in the IPL and his international debut, this match will test his versatility and endurance, pushing him to adapt to the demands of longer cricket formats.

Carlos Tevez is planning a star-studded farewell match at Boca Juniors’ La Bombonera, with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo both invited. Tevez hopes to reunite the longtime rivals as teammates for one night, alongside legends including Rooney, Scholes, Pirlo, Ferdinand, Vidic, Buffon and Van der Sar. The Argentine says he is confident he can persuade both superstars to attend.

Say pvt participation can co-exist with Isro, but under a defined policy

Agent Smith broke free from The Matrix and became a free program. AI appears to have done that with the Hugging Face attack. Are we finally reaching a phase where humans can no longer control AI?

Travis Kelce expanded his growing business portfolio by joining organic hydration company Recover 180 as an investor and brand partner. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end highlighted the importance of quality hydration for peak performance and recovery. The move added to his partnerships across fashion, fitness, food and lifestyle brands. At the same time, Kelce remained focused on football, making it clear that winning another Super Bowl was his biggest goal.

US special representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Moscow for crucial peace talks. President Putin ordered a three-day halt to strikes on Kyiv for the American delegation's visit. Both Russia and Ukraine had intensified long-range attacks before this diplomatic engagement. The US push aims to revive efforts to end the ongoing conflict between the nations. The envoys will travel to Ukraine after concluding their discussions in Russia.

In Washington, the housing market is revealing an intriguing dynamic, with many properties available at discounted rates—almost one-fifth of homes listed currently are priced lower than what they were purchased for initially. This development points to a slump in buyer interest instead of a surplus of homes for sale. Luxury regions may see upward price trajectories, yet affordable condos are struggling.

Matthew Hayden, the former Australian cricket opener, shared his insights on the persistent instability within Pakistan cricket. He emphasised how this ongoing chaos hampers players' ability to perform consistently. Despite Pakistan's wealth of natural talent, Hayden argued that the country's issues hinder its chances to harness that potential into becoming a cricketing powerhouse on the global stage.

Enumerators have begun the decennial headcount in Ladakh and snowbound regions. New questions in the Census questionnaire have raised opposition concerns about its purpose. Critics allege the Census is becoming a backdoor for the National Population Register. The Census Act legally protects personal information collected during the exercise. Experts debate the data's use and potential privacy implications.

Social media influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj has been arrested by Delhi Police. He was detained in Uttar Pradesh in connection with an alleged assault. Bhardwaj is accused of assaulting the father of a minor activist. A fresh FIR was registered against him under the POCSO Act. Security was tightened outside the police station due to protests.