Times of India

Ahmedabad has been officially selected as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, securing the bid at the Commonwealth Sport's General Assembly in Glasgow. This marks a significant moment for India, as it will be the first time hosting the Games since New Delhi in 2010. The event will celebrate the centenary of the Commonwealth Games.

India has strongly rejected Pakistan's objections to Prime Minister Modi's participation in the Ram temple ceremony in Ayodhya. The Ministry of External Affairs called Islamabad's remarks politically motivated and unacceptable, stating Pakistan has no standing on India's internal affairs and accusing them of habitual interference.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will write to the Prime Minister and Union Education Ministry to officially rename IIT-Bombay to IIT-Mumbai. This follows criticism from the MNS over Union Minister Jitendra Singh's remarks suggesting the institute should retain its original name. The state government considers the renaming demand legitimate.

Ex Chief Justice of India BR Gavai stated he faced no executive pressure and defended the Collegium system's transparency. He cautioned against judicial overreach, emphasizing courts must act within constitutional limits, especially when addressing "bulldozer justice" and collective punishment.

A US envoy reportedly advised Russia's top foreign policy adviser on how President Putin should pitch a peace plan to then-President Trump. The plan, discussed with Trump's team, aimed to leverage Trump's perceived role as a "man of peace" following a Gaza deal. The White House described the approach as "standard negotiating procedure."

Indian cricket faces a crisis after recent home Test series losses. Coach Gautam Gambhir is under pressure amid team's poor performance. Questions arise about planning and player selection. The team's fortress has collapsed, leading to a need for strategic changes. This situation demands attention and a clear path forward for Indian cricket.

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant is considering a shift to virtual-only Supreme Court proceedings due to Delhi's severe air pollution, after personally experiencing ill effects. The proposal, which may include options for senior lawyers to appear online, will be discussed with the Bar before any decision is made.

Rising Latin artist DELAROSA, 22, was tragically shot and killed in a violent ambush in Northridge, Los Angeles, over the weekend. The singer was in a parked car when assailants opened fire. Despite being rushed to the hospital, she was pronounced dead on arrival.

India men's cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir stated that the BCCI will decide his future following the 2-0 Test series whitewash against South Africa. Gambhir acknowledged the team's recent performance but also highlighted previous successes, including results in England, the Champions Trophy, and the Asia Cup.

A devastating fire ripped through multiple high-rise towers at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, claiming at least four lives and trapping several others. Firefighters battled thick smoke billowing from the 31-storey residential blocks, which house approximately 2,000 apartments, as two residents remained in critical condition with burn injuries.

South Africa achieved a historic Test series triumph in India, winning the second Test by a massive 408 runs. This marked India's largest-ever defeat by runs and South Africa's first series win on Indian soil in 25 years. Off-spinner Simon Harmer was instrumental, taking 17 wickets and becoming South Africa's leading wicket-taker in India.

Speculation surrounds Imran Khan's fate after his sisters were allegedly assaulted by police while seeking a meeting. Social media claims he was killed in Adiala Jail, where he has been held since August 2023. His sisters reported a "brutal and orchestrated assault" by Punjab police during a peaceful protest outside the jail.

Karnataka minister Satish Jarkiholi revealed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has urged the Congress high command for a swift decision on leadership change. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has consistently expressed his ambition for the chief minister's role. Jarkiholi plans to discuss the matter with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge.

Controversy erupted after Jammie Booker won the World's Strongest Woman competition, with many questioning her gender identity. Riley Gaines publicly criticized Booker's win, sharing a meme and supporting claims that Andrea Thompson was the rightful winner. Gaines has consistently advocated for fairness in women's sports, previously clashing with Simone Biles over trans athletes.

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's statement on collective self-defense regarding Taiwan has ignited a furious response from Beijing, including economic sanctions and diplomatic protests. This bold stance shatters Japan's strategic ambiguity, placing Tokyo directly in China's crosshairs. Takaichi, a nationalist figure, faces both domestic praise and international condemnation for her unapologetic remarks.

CISF personnel displayed extraordinary courage, foiling a Pakistani retaliation that put the Uri hydroelectric plant under risk and nearby residents amidst intense shelling. Their swift actions led to the safe evacuation of 250 civilians and secured critical national assets. Nineteen CISF members were honored for their bravery during this high-risk operation following India's retaliatory 'Operation Sindoor'.

India is set to commence Free Trade Agreement negotiations with the Eurasian Economic Union this Wednesday, aiming to boost exports, especially for MSMEs, farmers, and fishermen. This move follows recent challenges with US tariffs.

An Indian national, Pema Wang Thongdok, faced alleged harassment by Chinese authorities at Shanghai airport when her passport was deemed invalid due to her birthplace being listed as Arunachal Pradesh. She was denied boarding and basic facilities before consular intervention allowed her to depart, reigniting the border dispute debate.

Nvidia, the AI chip giant, publicly defended its market dominance after reports surfaced of Meta Platforms considering billions in spending on Google's competing AI chips. This news sent Nvidia's stock down significantly, while Alphabet shares rose. Google's Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) are emerging as a serious challenger, with Meta potentially renting them from Google Cloud.