Times of India

Virat Kohli's scintillating 105* off 60 balls powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. The star batter's playful banter with Manish Pandey, caught on stump mic, also captured fan attention. Kohli's century propelled him past 14,000 T20 runs, making him the fastest Indian to achieve this milestone.

After a tense 10-day wait and intense internal lobbying, VD Satheesan has been named the next Chief Minister of Kerala. The Congress-led UDF's sweeping victory in the assembly elections triggered a fierce leadership race, with supporters of Satheesan, KC Venugopal, and Ramesh Chennithala campaigning vigorously. The party high command ultimately made the decision after extensive consultations.

Anthropic's CFO reveals AI now writes 90% of the company's code, yet hiring is at an all-time high. AI acts as a productivity accelerant, automating routine tasks and allowing human employees to focus on oversight, judgment, and strategy.

In a significant diplomatic gesture, President Trump has welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping and his spouse to the White House on September 24th, calling it a historic meeting of minds. Central to their discussions was the crucial issue of ensuring stable global energy flows through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, with both leaders underlining its significance.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has unveiled significant austerity measures, slashing official vehicle fuel quotas by 20% and mandating Metro use for ministers and officers every Monday. A weekly 'No Vehicle Day' and a six-month ban on new vehicle purchases are also in effect.

Tilak Varma will lead the 15-member India A squad in a one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka, featuring Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A. The team includes emerging talents like Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, with Riyan Parag as vice-captain. The series will be followed by two multi-day matches against Sri Lanka A.

The Bar Council of India has requested detailed information from the West Bengal Bar Council regarding Mamata Banerjee's legal enrollment and practice status. This follows her appearance in lawyer's robes at the Calcutta High Court to argue a public interest litigation. The BCI seeks to verify her active status as an advocate, given her previous tenure as Chief Minister.

During a Beijing visit, President Trump observed China's military might, signaling a shift in global power. While the US faces munitions shortages and slow production, China's defense industry operates at wartime pace, excelling in drones, AI, and satellite tech. This evolving warfare, particularly concerning Taiwan, highlights a contest for future global dominance.

Cisco Systems is cutting nearly 4,000 jobs to reallocate investments towards artificial intelligence and high-growth areas, driven by increasing demand from hyperscalers. The company is strategically investing in silicon, optics, security, and AI integration while reducing roles in legacy business units. Cisco will provide support and resources for impacted employees, including job placement assistance and access to learning programs.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized "unilateral coercive measures" and sanctions, stating they disproportionately harm developing nations and cannot replace diplomacy. He also voiced concern over the West Asia crisis, emphasizing the need for uninterrupted maritime traffic and a sustained ceasefire in Gaza, advocating for a two-state solution.

Chinese President Xi Jinping invoked the "Thucydides Trap" during talks with US President Donald Trump, highlighting concerns that the rising power's growth could lead to conflict with the established dominant power. This theory, popularized by Graham Allison, suggests structural tensions make war more likely, a concept now central to global geopolitical debates involving trade wars and technological competition.

Pat Cummins has vehemently denied reports suggesting senior Australian cricketers might skip the home summer for lucrative overseas franchise leagues. While acknowledging the growing financial pull of T20 tournaments, Cummins stated that claims about SA20 NOCs and The Hundred offers are fabricated. He emphasized that current Australian players prioritize representing their country, though this commitment may not last indefinitely.

Meta SuperIntelligence Lab chief Alexandr Wang is pushing back on the idea that his team joined for the money. On the Core Memory podcast, Wang said the real draw was compute access, talent density, and research freedom—not the $100 million packages Meta reportedly offered. He also addressed the viral soup story involving Mark Zuckerberg and an OpenAI recruit.

Union minister's son, Sai Bageerath, failed to appear before Cyberabad police for questioning in a Pocso case. Investigators have deployed teams to locate him, indicating an imminent arrest. A purported email seeking a delay was dismissed by police, who are also examining discrepancies in the survivor's birth records.

A hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius has seen eight passengers test positive for the Andes virus, a strain known to spread between humans. Three lives have been lost so far. While the risk to the general public is low, passengers and crew are under quarantine for 42 days as investigations continue.

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the Great Hall of the People, striking a warm and optimistic tone. Both leaders emphasized cooperation over confrontation, despite existing tensions. Trump praised the reception and Xi's leadership, while Xi framed the meeting as a defining moment for global stability and called for partnership.