Times of India

North India's notorious gangsters are shedding village-based aliases for international monikers like 'Fateh Portugal' and 'Manna Brampton'. This shift signals a globalized underworld, using foreign locations for intimidation and to evade local law enforcement. These 'global franchises' now target celebrities and operate with a transnational reach, posing a significant challenge to policing worldwide.

Among all batters who have faced at least 100 balls in the powerplay this season, Gaikwad has the lowest strike rate — 124.6. For comparison, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has scored at 244.51 and Abhishek Sharma at 228.87.

MS Dhoni thrilled Chepauk fans with a brief on-field appearance during CSK’s final home game of IPL 2026 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, despite missing the match through injury. The emotional moment came during the mid-innings team photo. Earlier, Ravi Shastri confirmed through Ruturaj Gaikwad that Dhoni was still unfit, while CSK managed 180/7 batting first.

A recent prayer event in Washington, backed by the White House, has sparked debate about religion and nationalism. Thousands gathered for 'Rededicate 250,' with speakers advocating for America to be a Christian nation. This event highlights a trend of merging American identity with Christianity, a move critics liken to a 'Make America Christian' project.

Throwing Non-Vegetarian Food Waste Into Ganga May Hurt Hindus’ Sentiments’

A chilling CCTV video shows Twisha Sharma ascending to her terrace shortly before her death in Bhopal. Her husband, Samarth Singh, is absconding, with a reward offered. The case has taken a turn as the mother-in-law, a retired judge, claims Twisha had psychiatric issues and substance abuse problems, contradicting dowry harassment allegations.

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are significantly impacting India's economy. Rising crude oil prices have led to a Rs 3 per litre fuel hike, eroded investor wealth by over Rs 5.85 lakh crore, and pushed the rupee to an all-time low. Foreign investors are also withdrawing funds, while the import bill has surged.

Director Venkat Prabhu presented Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay with the 'TN07 CM 2026' number plate from the film 'The Greatest of All Time'. This gesture comes after a scene from the 2024 movie, featuring Vijay with the same registration, went viral, with fans now viewing it as a political prediction for the 2026 elections.

On May 11, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing Rath's murder had arrested three people before widening its probe across multiple states. The cops suspected that hired sharpshooters were brought in from outside West Bengal to carry out the killing with military-style precision. A key breakthrough came after investigators traced a UPI payment made at the Nivedita Setu toll plaza on May 6.

Elon Musk's philosophy, "When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favour," emphasizes pursuing passions despite challenges. This quote teaches children the importance of identifying what truly matters, overcoming fear, and persisting through failures to achieve extraordinary goals.

Addressing a media briefing on Monday, Sharma said India had been sourcing oil from Russia before the waiver period, during it, and continues to do so now as well.

A mid-air collision of two US Navy Growlers during an air show highlights the extreme dangers of low-level flying. Despite advanced ejection seat technology, which successfully saved four pilots in this incident, the risks to pilots remain immense. Retired Air Marshals emphasize the critical need for quick decisions and the traumatic, yet life-saving, nature of ejections.

Mechanically, it’s expected to remain the same and will continue to get two engine options - a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, NA petrol engine that puts out 121bhp and 145Nm of torque and comes paired either with a 6-speed MT or a CVT gearbox. There’s also a segment-first strong hybrid powertrain offer.

Punjab's Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora has been taken into judicial custody following his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in a significant money laundering scandal involving ₹100 crore tied to fraudulent GST billings. During a rare family visit, his loved ones met him for the first time since his detainment.

A fierce political faceoff had ensued three years back during the Left regime when Congress workers were thrashed for waving black flags at Vijayan's motorcade, leading to an intense war of words between two rival factions in the coastal state. Calling Vijayan Kerala's "most cruel" home minister, senior Congress leader MM Hassan had alleged that Youth Congress protesters were beaten up for waving black flags at the CM's motorcade.