Times of India

Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff are two of the biggest stars in women’s tennis today. Both icons have won Grand Slam titles. They have ruled on the top of the WTA rankings. There is no doubt that they are among the highest earners in the sport. While Sabalenka dominates with power and consistency, Gauff shines with speed and confidence.

Playoff opener between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa bay lightening has been postponed because of issues with arena availability and the broadcast schedule. The shift moves Game 1 to Sunday to give both teams more time to prepare. Having rested key players and having all logistics done, the next question is how the re-worked schedule would affect the early momentum in this much-hyped NHL game.

India's longest funicular railway, spanning 1.2 kilometers, opened in January 2026 near Kalyan, Maharashtra. This new attraction drastically reduces the travel time to the revered Shri Malanggad temple from a two-hour trek to just 10 minutes, making it accessible for all.

Sahibzada Farhan said his favourite sixes came against India in the Asia Cup, where he hit three off Jasprit Bumrah. Despite his effort, India, led by Suryakumar Yadav and finished by Tilak Varma, won. Farhan credited confidence from attacking top bowlers but faced backlash for a controversial celebration, despite strong recent form.

President Trump claims China is pleased with his decision to permanently open the Strait of Hormuz, stating he's acting for their benefit and the world's. He asserts China has agreed to cease weapon shipments to Iran and anticipates a warm reception from President Xi during an upcoming visit, highlighting smart cooperation over conflict.

The most recent NHL news line underscores the sense that Connor McDavid would earn $20 million in the projected contract and how this has increasingly become an issue in Toronto Maple Leafs planning. Toronto seems to be getting its long-term salary cap and roster plan on track, as the Edmonton Oilers superstar keeps controlling. The case is indicative of larger NHL trade theories and new practices in team-building based on generational talent acquisition.

Australia is rapidly advancing its autonomous warfare capabilities with the Ghost Shark underwater drone and Ghost Bat aerial drone. These homegrown programs, moving from prototype to production, aim to bolster regional strategic balance and reduce risks to human personnel in high-threat environments.

Pakistan is implementing two-hour evening power cuts due to soaring energy costs and Iran war-related disruptions. Reduced hydropower and reliance on expensive fossil fuels are straining the nation's finances. While urban areas face shorter outages, rural regions, particularly under MEPCO, are experiencing severe, prolonged blackouts, with gas supply to power plants also significantly impacted.

Bombay High Court indicated it would direct the removal of online content violating Kartik Aaryan's personality rights. The court will issue an order to address unauthorized commercial use of his name and image, including AI-generated videos and merchandise sales. This follows Aaryan's plea to protect his publicity and privacy rights.

Speaking about how injuries affected his career and pace, Munaf said the system in place during his early years did not provide the required support.

'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge' is redefining box office history with every passing day. Directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi and Sara Arjun, the espionage thriller has become the first Hindi film ever to cross Rs. 1,000 crore in India net collections. On day 28, the film is chasing the Rs. 1,100 crore domestic milestone with a live India net of Rs. 1,096.19 crore and a worldwide gross of Rs. 1,727.93 crore.

Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann have accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of using the Enforcement Directorate's raid on AAP Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Mittal as election preparation for Punjab. The ED action occurred shortly after Mittal was appointed deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, replacing Raghav Chadha.

Samrat Choudhary has been sworn in as Bihar's new Chief Minister, marking the BJP's first leader to hold the state's top post. This transition follows Nitish Kumar's departure after over two decades of leadership. Choudhary, a prominent OBC face and former deputy CM, previously served in various parties before joining the BJP in 2017.

Noor delivered a match-winning performance with figures of 3/21 in four overs as Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL 2026 match on Tuesday. He played a key role in breaking the middle order as Kolkata lost control of the chase.

US forces have imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, halting all maritime trade in and out of the country. Over 10,000 personnel and numerous warships are enforcing the operation, impacting vessels of all nations. This move escalates regional tensions, with global energy markets already feeling the strain.

Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty50 rallied strongly in trade on Wednesday after optimism surrounding renewed US-Iran peace talks led oil prices to drop. While Nifty50 went above 24,200, BSE Sensex rose over 1,200 points.

Trump is attempting to rebuild his tariff regime using alternative legal avenues after the court ruled that his earlier reliance on emergency powers to impose duties was unconstitutional.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president Vijay's rally in Tiruppur was cancelled after at least 15 supporters collapsed due to severe heat and overcrowding. The decision was made following police advice to prevent a repeat of the Karur stampede, with Vijay departing for Coimbatore.

A devastating fire ripped through a Rohini shanty settlement early Wednesday. A couple and their three-year-old daughter perished in the blaze. Firefighters battled the flames for hours. The fire spread rapidly due to plastic waste. Several shanties were destroyed. Investigations into the cause are underway.