Times of India

Indian cinema shines as Manipuri film 'Boong' triumphed at the BAFTA Awards, securing Best Children’s & Family Film. Directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, this coming-of-age story, produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, captivated audiences with its portrayal of a young boy's struggle against racial tensions and family division on the Manipur border.

South Africa thrashed India by 76 runs in their T20 World Cup Super 8 opener, exposing India’s batting flaws as they collapsed to 111 chasing 188. Aiden Markram praised his team’s adaptability, Miller-Brevis partnership and smart finishing, urging players to “drop the ego.” The loss leaves India in a must-win situation for their remaining games.

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav vowed a stronger comeback after India's 76-run T20 World Cup loss to South Africa. Despite a strong start with the ball, India's batting faltered, losing crucial wickets in the powerplay. Yadav emphasized learning from the defeat and aiming for a better performance in upcoming matches.

A prominent religious figure, Swami Avimukteshwaranand, and his associate face serious charges under the Pocso Act. They are accused of sexually exploiting two minor boys at their Prayagraj camp over the past year. The complaint, filed by another religious leader, alleges the abuse occurred during religious events. Police have registered an FIR following a court order.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Israel soon. He expressed his eagerness for the trip on social media. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the visit as historic. The leaders emphasized the strong bond between India and Israel. They highlighted cooperation in innovation and security. The partnership continues to grow across various sectors.

India suffered a heavy 76-run defeat against South Africa in their Super Eight encounter at Ahmedabad in the T20 World Cup. India's heralded batting line-up faltered under pressure, failing to chase 188. Questionable shots and a lack of partnerships led to the downfall, ending their 12-match unbeaten streak in the T20I World Cups. Earlier, Jasprit Bumrah had impressed with the ball, but it wasn't enough.

The Supreme Court rebuked President Trump's use of emergency powers for imposing sweeping tariffs, deeming it an overreach. Despite this, Trump vowed to continue, raising global tariffs under different legal provisions. This move, while a political setback, strategically allows him to recalibrate his trade policy and potentially renegotiate terms with countries.

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have finally made it official — and the internet can’t keep calm. The much-loved duo took to social media to announce their upcoming wedding, sending fans into an emotional frenzy. But that wasn’t the only surprise. In a heartfelt revelation, the couple shared that their big day will be known as “The Wedding of VIROSH” — a name that carries years of love, memories and fandom behind it.

The draft new income-tax rules have proposed significant change in the scope and threshold for PAN quoting obligations for transactions of purchase or sale of immovable property.

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's overnight airstrikes on Afghanistan. The strikes reportedly targeted alleged terror hideouts. India's Ministry of External Affairs highlighted civilian casualties, including women and children, during the holy month of Ramadan. Afghanistan's Ministry of Defence stated that dozens of innocent civilians were martyred and wounded after airstrikes hit a school and residential homes.

Moscow's four international airports faced temporary closures on Sunday as air defence systems downed 11 Ukrainian drones approaching the capital. Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed the interceptions, while Russia's civil aviation authority cited safety concerns for the flight suspensions. This comes amid ongoing cross-border drone and missile attacks between Russia and Ukraine, now in its fourth year.

After the nationwide debate sparked by The Kerala Story, the makers are returning with a sequel titled The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond. Even before its release, the film has landed in controversy, followed by sharp remarks by Anurag Kashyap. In response, Kamakhya Narayan Singh issued a strong rebuttal in a video statement, also addressing criticism from actor Prakash Raj and others.

India faced an early setback as Ishan Kishan departed for a duck against South Africa. Earlier, David Miller's aggressive 63 and Dewald Brevis's 45 powered South Africa to 187/7, despite Jasprit Bumrah's stellar bowling. Tristan Stubbs' late fireworks ensured a challenging total for India in the Super Eights clash.

An armed man in his early 20s was fatally shot by Secret Service agents after breaching the inner security perimeter of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort early Sunday. The unidentified suspect, reportedly carrying a shotgun and fuel can, was ordered to drop his items before being shot. Trump was not present at the time.

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said the unchanged XI meant Axar Patel was left out again, calling it a harsh but tactical call. The decision triggered fan backlash online. South Africa recovered from 20/3 through David Miller and Dewald Brevis, posting 187/7. Miller and Brevis led the fightback, while Tristan Stubbs finished strongly. Jasprit Bumrah starred with 3/15, but India face a tough chase.

India's naval strength is significantly enhanced with the upcoming commissioning of INS Aridhaman, a larger and more capable Arihant-class nuclear submarine. This vessel boasts an increased missile payload and advanced stealth features, bolstering India's continuous at-sea deterrence and second-strike capabilities. Its operational deployment marks a crucial milestone for the nation's strategic forces.

England launched their Super Eight campaign with a commanding 51-run victory over Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup. Despite a strong bowling effort, Sri Lanka faltered in their chase, succumbing to 95 all out. Captain Shanaka acknowledged poor batting despite a competitive bowling performance, highlighting missed opportunities in a crucial World Cup encounter.