Times of India

Michelle Obama addresses divorce rumors with humor, emphasizing the commitment she and Barack share after 32 years. She candidly admits marriage is hard work, advising young couples not to give up too quickly and to seek help when needed. The former First Lady highlights the importance of mutual belief and dedication in making a marriage last, despite the challenges.

Apple CEO Tim Cook lauded President Trump's emphasis on boosting U.S. semiconductor manufacturing during a business executive gathering. Cook highlighted Apple's dedication to the American economy, referencing their substantial $500 billion investment plan over the next four years.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old prodigy, captivated the IPL 2025 with a record-breaking century against Gujarat Titans, leading Rajasthan Royals to a thrilling victory. However, he soon experienced the unpredictable nature of cricket with a subsequent duck against Mumbai Indians. Cricket icon Kapil Dev has advised patience in nurturing the young talent, emphasizing the need for time and careful development.

Prince Harry, residing in the US since 2020, has voiced his desire for reconciliation with the Royal Family following a legal defeat concerning his UK security. He revealed a strained relationship with his father, the King, due to the security dispute, expressing a wish to end the conflict.

Dinesh Patel from Jaunpur modified his Santro into a 'car-copter' hoping to capitalize on wedding season rentals. However, Pratapgarh police seized the vehicle and issued a Rs 25,000 fine for violating the Motor Vehicles Act. The unauthorized modifications and safety concerns led to the car's impoundment during a vehicle check.

A viral video reveals students in Saharsa, Bihar, utilizing the airport runway as an exam center due to lack of space at coaching institutes. Despite a Rs 25 crore allocation for airport development under the UDAN scheme, the runway is being used for mock tests and physical training, raising questions about its intended purpose before flight operations commence.

The Delhi High Court has instructed the Indian Consulate in Indonesia to provide legal aid and ensure communication between three Indian nationals sentenced to death for narcotics offences and their families. The court's directive follows a petition by the men's wives, highlighting their financial constraints and the urgency for an appeal.

Delhi experienced its second-highest May rainfall since 1901, causing widespread disruptions and four fatalities in Najafgarh. The intense downpour, fueled by converging moisture and favorable atmospheric conditions, led to significant flight delays and traffic chaos across the city. Temperatures plummeted, and authorities are addressing waterlogging issues, with similar weather expected to persist for the coming week.

Shubman Gill's controversial run-out sparked outrage during Gujarat Titans' IPL clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The third umpire's decision, based on a perceived deflection after Heinrich Klaasen's glove contact, left Gill visibly furious. Despite the contentious dismissal, Gill had already blazed a trail with a sensational 76 off 38 balls. ​​​The dismissal looked extremely tight and was sent upstairs for review.

China is considering US proposals for trade talks. This follows economic strain from US tariffs. Factory activity and exports in China have declined. Beijing signals openness to dialogue. However, it warns against coercion. Markets react positively to the news. There is hope for a thaw in the US-China trade standoff. The future of negotiations remains uncertain.

But to understand how we got there, and why it still matters in 2025, rewind a little. To a quiet garrison town called Abbottabad, where Osama bin Laden once lounged in his compound, sipping chai not far from Pakistan’s elite military academy. That scene wasn’t fiction — it was a living embodiment of the double game Forsyth wrote about.

Following the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, India is preparing to urge international financial institutions like the IMF and World Bank to reassess their financial aid to Pakistan. This diplomatic push comes before a crucial IMF meeting where Pakistan's financial arrangements will be discussed. India aims to highlight concerns about Pakistan's role in fueling terrorism.

Kishore Jena, overcoming a recent ankle surgery, aims to qualify for the World Championships by achieving the 85.50m mark at the Doha Diamond League. After a silver medal at the Asian Games, Jena faced injury setbacks, but Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra encouraged him to participate in the upcoming NC Classic in Bengaluru, boosting his morale and focus.

Virat Kohli’s recent social media activity unexpectedly stirred up a buzz online after fans spotted that he had liked a post from a fan page dedicated to actress Avneet Kaur. The move quickly caught people’s attention and sparked a flurry of reactions. Many of the social media users started cracking jokes and bringing up his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, in their comments.

Pat Cummins, captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad, decided to bowl first after winning the toss against Gujarat Titans. Sunrisers Hyderabad remained unchanged from their previous match. Gujarat Titans included Gerald Coetzee, replacing Karim Janat. Shubman Gill, Gujarat Titans captain, mentioned they would have also preferred to bowl first. He added that the team is focusing on improving each game.

Virat Kohli addressed a cryptic social media interaction, clarifying it as an algorithmic error with "no intent," sparking speculation among fans. Despite the off-field buzz, Kohli remains focused on his IPL performance, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru with impressive form, scoring 443 runs in 10 innings. He is a key player as RCB aims for the playoffs against Chennai Super Kings.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the central government's lack of a clear strategy following the Pahalgam terror attack, despite the opposition's unity with the Centre on the matter. He also questioned the timing of the government's agreement to a caste survey, urging vigilance to ensure its proper completion.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Argentina, triggering a tsunami alert and prompting Chile to issue a tsunami warning, initiating evacuations along its southern coast. President Gabriel Boric urged evacuation of the Magallanes region coastline, assuring that all state resources would be available. Over 1,100 residents were evacuated in Puerto Williams as a precaution, with Antarctic bases also being evacuated.