Times of India

Gen Z is navigating a complex financial landscape, balancing early earning and investing with impulsive spending and trend-driven bets. While digitally savvy and embracing new tools, they often overlook essential safety nets like insurance. Experts urge a shift from quick gains to disciplined, long-term wealth building, splitting finances strategically for stability.

With the innings, Urvil equalled the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history.

Urvil Patel etched his name in IPL history by smashing a 13-ball half-century for Chennai Super Kings against Lucknow Super Giants. This explosive innings equalled Yashasvi Jaiswal's record for the fastest fifty in the tournament. Patel, a 27-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Gujarat, has a proven track record of rapid scoring in domestic cricket.

Urvil Patel unleashed an explosive batting display, smashing 25 runs off Avesh Khan in the fifth over and another 25 off Digvesh Rathi in the sixth. He became the first batter in IPL history to hit six sixes in his first eight balls, racing to 41. Patel then achieved a breathtaking half-century in just 13 balls, equalling the IPL record.

Suryakumar Yadav celebrated the birth of his daughter by distributing sweets to the paparazzi at Mumbai airport ahead of the IPL 2026 clash against RCB. He will lead Mumbai Indians in the absence of Hardik Pandya, whose fitness is being monitored. The team faces a crucial match to boost playoff hopes.

An oil spill near Iran's Kharg Island, the country's primary oil export hub, has raised concerns amid a US naval blockade. Satellite images show a significant oil slick, potentially amounting to 3,000 barrels lost. This incident occurs as Iran faces a storage crisis due to the blockade, with capacity nearing its limit.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for careful use of petrol, diesel, and gas. He stated that reducing reliance on imported fuel will help India manage the ongoing war's effects. The Prime Minister also highlighted India's focus on energy security and investments in solar power. Several infrastructure projects worth around Rs 9,400 crore were inaugurated in Telangana.

Gold and silver prices are expected to trade within a narrow band this week, with investors closely watching US-Iran peace talks and key global economic data. Analysts noted that while gold's momentum appears steady, silver shows positive movement. Geopolitical tensions and central bank buying are also influencing precious metal markets.

Singapore's cultural festival saw Indian mangoes as the star attraction, with performers receiving boxes of the prized fruit. Organized by the Indian High Commission, the event aimed to boost mango exports and offered a taste of "Incredible India." This initiative, part of a broader strategy to promote premium varieties globally, has generated significant enthusiasm and curiosity among residents.

Punjabi star Neeru Bajwa, mother of three, revealed how motherhood instilled confidence and the courage to say 'no,' a lesson she wishes for her daughters. She emphasizes humility and kindness as core house rules, aiming to raise normal, grounded children. Bajwa also consciously shields her girls from industry pressures, promoting healthy living and self-expression over unrealistic standards.

CPI state secretary M Veerapandiyan has objected to the order of songs played at Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's swearing-in ceremony, where 'Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu' was placed third after 'Vande Mataram' and the national anthem. He stated this violates long-standing convention and demanded a public explanation for the lapse, urging the government to restore the state song's primacy.

Aaron Rodgers and his mystery wife Brittani became unexpected talking points in the growing Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini controversy after a viral social media post joked that no photos of Rodgers’ wife exist online. Fans flooded social media with conspiracy jokes about Brittani’s secrecy while Rodgers continues negotiating with the Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of the 2026 NFL season.

A young man caused a stir at Ajmer Sharif Dargah on Sunday by allegedly jumping into the 'Badi Deg' cauldron, which contained cash and jewellery. Shrine staff intervened and pulled him out, with preliminary reports suggesting he may be mentally unstable. Authorities are investigating the incident captured on CCTV, with no major injuries reported.

Matthew Hayden praised young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 36 off 16 balls but stressed the need for longer innings when chasing big totals. He highlighted Gujarat Titans' consistent top-order batting, balancing aggression with longevity, as key to their success. Shubman Gill's 84 led Gujarat to a commanding 229/6, ultimately securing a 77-run victory.

Indian markets brace for volatility this week, driven by US-Iran tensions and crude oil price swings. Investors will also scrutinize crucial inflation data from India and the US for interest rate clues. Key corporate earnings are also on the radar, alongside foreign investor activity, shaping market sentiment.

In the first five matches, RCB batters from No. 4 to No. 8 averaged 39.30 and scored at a strike rate of 190.77, both the best among all teams. They scored two fifties while hitting 23 fours and 33 sixes. But in the next five matches, the numbers dropped sharply. The average fell to 21, the worst among all teams in that period, while the strike rate dropped to 148.58.