Times of India

Amazon is injecting $50 billion into AI leader OpenAI, solidifying a strategic partnership. This collaboration will see AWS offer a new 'Stateful Runtime Environment' for generative AI apps, powered by OpenAI models. OpenAI will also leverage AWS's custom Trainium chips, boosting performance and cost-efficiency for their advanced AI workloads.

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk called Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid the best player in the world after their Olympic gold medal showdown at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games. Tkachuk reflected on a pivotal breakaway save by United States goaltender Connor Hellebuyck that preserved Team USA’s lead and shifted momentum in the championship game.

A Delhi court discharged former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, manish sisodia and 21 others in the liquor policy case, criticizing the CBI for using the term 'South Group'. The judge stated the label lacked legal basis, was arbitrary, and could prejudice proceedings, urging the agency to use neutral, evidence-based language.

Pakistan conducted air strikes in Afghanistan, escalating border tensions and leading to retaliatory actions by Taliban forces. This marks a serious confrontation, rooted in historical ties, the TTP's presence, and the disputed Durand Line. Both nations exchanged claims of casualties and territorial gains amidst declarations of 'open war'.

In a strongly worded ruling, Special Judge (PC Act) Jitender Singh of the Rouse Avenue Court said the prosecution’s case was "legally infirm, unsustainable, and unfit to proceed any further in law". The court further observed that when the material collected by the agency was tested on admissibility, relevance and probative value, "the appearance of a coherent conspiracy dissolves," exposing the allegations as being founded on inadmissible material and post-facto reconstruction.

Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran has expressed confidence of above 7% GDP growth potential of the economy. India is on path to become the world’s third largest economy by the end of this decade - third only to the US and China.

The case originated from allegations surrounding the now-withdrawn Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 introduced by the Aam Aadmi Party government. The CBI had alleged that the policy framework was tailored to benefit certain private players through reduced licence fees and predetermined profit margins, resulting in kickbacks and financial losses to the Delhi government.

Australia Women secured a commanding five-wicket victory over India Women, clinching the ODI series 2-0. Georgia Voll's century and Phoebe Litchfield's brisk 80 laid the foundation for the successful chase after India posted 251/9. This win extends Australia's all-format series lead, leaving India with much to ponder.

Deepinder Goyal, Zomato founder, is hiring engineers and scientists for his health-tech startup Temple, but with an unusual condition—applicants must have body fat under 16% (men) or 26% (women). Those who don't meet the threshold can apply on a three-month probation. The post went viral, with social media split between admiration and amusement over the fitness-first hiring criteria.

India’s economy grew at 7.8% in the October–December quarter of 2025-26, compared with 7.4% in the corresponding period a year earlier, according to the revised national accounts series.

The Kerala High Court has temporarily suspended a single judge's order that halted the release of 'The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond'. This move follows a producer's appeal against the initial stay, which cited concerns about potential communal disharmony. The division bench's decision keeps the film's release on hold for two weeks, with ticket sales being refunded.

Pakistan and Afghanistan are locked in an escalating conflict following cross-border strikes. Pakistan's defence minister declared an "open war," citing the worst escalation since October. The military disparity is stark: Pakistan boasts a significantly larger, better-equipped force with advanced air power and a nuclear arsenal, while Afghanistan's capabilities have declined, highlighting a vast imbalance in manpower, firepower, and defence spending.

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In a joint statement, the Pentagon, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and CBP confirmed that the military used a "counter-unmanned aircraft system ... to mitigate a seemingly threatening unmanned aerial system operating within military airspace." The agencies added that the episode "took place far away from populated areas and there were no commercial aircraft in the vicinity.

Ravichandran Ashwin defended Abhishek Sharma after Mohammad Amir called him “just a slogger” following three ducks in the T20 World Cup. Abhishek silenced critics with a quick 55 off 30 balls against Zimbabwe. Ashwin praised his bat swing and rejected the label, while Abhishek said he had waited for this moment and appreciated the team’s support.