Times of India

Rahul Gandhi has publicly supported Kriti Sanon over her outfit in a Raksha Bandhan ad, asserting that women's clothing choices should be respected as personal. Sanon further pondered the absurdity of judging cultural values based on attire, affirming that genuine traditions stem from the heart rather than the neck. Earlier, Kangana Ranaut also attacked Sanon's fashion choice and the advertisement's overall styling.

Former Pakistan hockey players have called for fresh talent and urgent reforms after the team’s poor World Cup campaign. They believe the Asian Games should be the immediate priority before long-term plans like a hockey league. Wasim Feroze warned that cricket is attracting young talent, while Ahmed Alam and Rasheed-ul-Hasan highlighted Pakistan’s struggles against stronger international teams.

A service road near IFFCO Chowk caved in, creating a large crater and disrupting traffic. Authorities closed the affected stretch while assessing damage to a major sewer line beneath the road. Heavy rains exacerbated existing infrastructure issues, causing waterlogging and stranding school buses. This incident follows several other road collapses and sinkholes reported across Gurgaon recently. Repair work on the damaged sewer line is scheduled to begin soon.

England captain Joe Root is deeply disappointed by another player's off-field incident. Fast bowler Brydon Carse was seen in handcuffs outside a nightclub early Sunday. This event has prompted an investigation by the England Cricket Regulator. Root stated that these recurring mistakes detract from the team's on-field performance. He acknowledged the need for players to understand their responsibilities away from the game.

A Malaysian woman, Vinosha Ravi, sought to clear the air after a video went viral, wrongly identifying her as Tamil Nadu minister S Keerthana. Disturbed by the incident, Vinosha reported the matter to Malaysian authorities. She articulated her disappointment over the vicious online discourse and called on the public to stop circulating the video, acknowledging the support she received during this ordeal.

Sri Lanka's stubborn lower order turned a seemingly straightforward day into a gruelling Test for India, leaving the visitors with 12 wickets to take and limited time to force a 2-0 series win.

Gameweek 1 delivered landmark wins, dramatic late goals and standout individual milestones. Arsenal began their title defence strongly, while Arteta reached 150 Premier League victories. Hull stunned Manchester United, Liverpool extended their unbeaten opening-day streak to 14 seasons, and Ipswich ended a 30-year wait. Chelsea also made history with João Pedro’s 31-second opener, while promoted sides made an impressive early impact.

Sonal Dinusha marked a remarkable achievement in his early Test career against India, scoring three consecutive innings of over 80 runs, a feat shared with cricket legends Everton Weekes and Zaheer Abbas. His determination visibly rattled the Indian bowlers, and his adept use of the sweep shot proved crucial in countering spin. The resilience of the Sri Lankan lower order further thwarted India's attempts to secure victory.

Federal authorities are set to annul up to 200,000 B1 and B2 visas issued from 2016 to 2026 for those seeking asylum in the United States. This forthcoming policy, enacted by the Department of State and Homeland Security, will strip individuals of their temporary visitor status while their asylum petitions are under review. This development is aligned with the administration's intensified immigration regulations.

Faridabad police arrested a wife and her alleged lover for murder. The deceased husband was killed after discovering their affair. He was allegedly intoxicated and struck on the head. The couple then buried the body near their home. Both accused were apprehended within twenty-four hours of the discovery.

Chinese J-16 fighter jets engaged Egyptian Rafale aircraft in simulated air combat. This exercise provided China rare training against a Western fighter type. The PLA Air Force gained valuable data on Rafale capabilities and tactical behavior. India is closely monitoring this development as it involves a similar fighter. This encounter offers China insights for potential future air engagements.

What happens when the world stops buying Iran oil due to the threat of secondary sanctions? Where will India procure crude from if it faces tariffs of up to 100% for its Russian crude oil imports? The Middle East crisis has pushed Russia’s share in India’s crude oil basket to over 50%.

Artificial intelligence is transforming the landscape of cyber warfare by automating intricate tasks. Recent reports depict AI agents taking charge of substantial segments of cyber operations, drastically cutting down the expertise and duration needed for traditional attack strategies. On the flip side, AI also equips cybersecurity professionals with enhanced capabilities to detect weaknesses. This ongoing battle depicts both sides racing to leverage AI innovations to outsmart each other.