Times of India

Punjab Kings bowler Arshdeep Singh struggled this IPL season. Physical issues and off-field distractions affected his performance. Team management believes they have found solutions. Singh is now feeling better physically. He needs to regain his form to help Punjab Kings. Leaders like Singh and Iyer must guide the team through this tough phase.

In a groundbreaking operation, India's Narcotics Control Bureau has successfully dismantled an extensive international drug trafficking network, seizing an astonishing 227.7 kg of captagon, a dangerous psychotropic substance often referred to as the 'jihadi drug'.

Suriya's 'Karuppu' is setting the box office ablaze, boasting a remarkable 51% increase in earnings on its second day with an impressive Rs 23.40 crore. This gripping tale of a lawyer standing up to a deity has struck a chord with viewers, especially in Tamil Nadu, where ticket sales remain robust.

Fans are criticizing BigHit Music after BTS was reportedly credited on Jungkook’s solo FIFA World Cup song Dreamers. Many argued that Jungkook alone created and performed the track, calling the move unfair to his solo achievements. The backlash grew amid fresh buzz about BTS potentially performing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime show, reigniting conversations about solo recognition, group branding, and BigHit’s marketing strategy surrounding Jungkook’s global success.

Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi are a very recognizable tennis pair, and they have an estimated net worth in 2026 of $290 million. They’ve become wealthy by winning Grand Slams, signing multiyear contracts and other investments. Both benefited from the brand equity, business pursuits and financial planning that they developed during and after their successful professional tennis careers.

By 2026, Roger Federer and Mirka Federer’s combined net worth will be one of the largest financial empires among athletes in sports history. The wealth has been built up by ATP prize money, record-breaking endorsement deals and strategic investments like On Running, showing the enduring brand power of tennis. Lifestyle management, family operations, and business direction are also big players in the game, along with Roger Federer and Mirka Federer.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu announced financial incentives for families having a third child (₹30,000) and a fourth child (₹40,000) to combat declining population rates. With the state's Total Fertility Rate at a low 1.5, Naidu aims to reverse this trend, viewing children as vital economic resources. This initiative complements existing measures to boost population growth.

Another Biwal family member has reportedly stopped attending SMS Medical College in Jaipur amidst the ongoing CBI investigation into the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. This follows earlier reports of another family member ceasing classes at a Dausa medical college. The CBI is investigating the family's alleged role in facilitating candidates linked to the scam.

An 80-year-old man confessed to fatally hacking his 72-year-old wife with an axe while she slept outside their daughter's home. The accused, Harpal, surrendered at a police outpost early Saturday. Authorities found Urmila deceased with multiple axe wounds. Preliminary investigations point to prolonged domestic disputes and the accused's alleged mental health issues as contributing factors to the tragic incident.

A shocking incident occurred in Shergarh town where a married man allegedly poured acid on a sleeping family of four. The victims, including two young children, suffered severe burns. The accused reportedly targeted the family after the woman repeatedly rejected his marriage demands. Police are actively searching for the suspect and have registered a case.

Forensic tests confirm rapper Vedan alias Hirandas Murali possessed an original leopard tooth, seized by forest officials. The sample tested positive, with results submitted to court. This follows his earlier arrest for ganja possession. The incident also led to a controversial transfer of the forest range officer, later overturned by a tribunal.

A car deliberately drove into pedestrians in Modena, Italy, injuring at least eight people, with four seriously hurt. The driver, an Italian national of North African origin, was arrested after brandishing a knife. Prime Minister Meloni called the incident "extremely serious" and thanked those who intervened.

Tragic news from Kheri district as 25 Himalayan griffon vultures and two dogs succumbed to insecticide poisoning. Autopsy reports confirm Carbofuran, a potent pesticide, killed the animals. Vultures likely ingested the poison after feeding on the dogs, which had consumed poisoned rice allegedly set out to eliminate them. Authorities are now hunting for those responsible.

Matheesha Pathirana's much-anticipated IPL 2026 debut for KKR ended prematurely due to an injury scare, just eight balls into his spell. Despite the concern, the Sri Lankan pacer completed his over before leaving the field. This happened as KKR's batters, led by Finn Allen's explosive 93, dominated Gujarat Titans, posting a massive 247/2.