Times of India

Caitlin Clark answered a heated exchange with DiJonai Carrington by putting together a huge performance for the Indiana Fever. Clark scored 37 points, made a career-high eight 3 pointers and had 10 assists in Indiana’s 113-90 win over Chicago. The Sky were eliminated from playoff contention, while the Fever strengthened their position heading toward the postseason.

Celebrating one year of marriage, Jilly Anais Watson and Deshaun Watson radiate joy on this special milestone. The pop singer and influencer from Houston, Texas, showcases her multicultural heritage with a blend of French and Dutch lineage. With a career in the entertainment industry that started at a young age, Jilly has juggled both music and modeling, achieving a notable estimated net worth of around two million dollars.

The Allahabad High Court denied bail to Mohammad Umar, the eldest son of Atiq Ahmed, who is under serious allegations of extortion and threats stemming from a case filed in the previous year. Presently, he remains incarcerated in Lucknow jail. Meanwhile, his sibling Ali has been granted temporary parole for a burial, as the Atiq Ahmed family grapples with devastating losses since 2023.

President Trump's administration champions the importance of healthy eating and providing nutritious options to Americans. However, his fondness for fast food and sugary beverages presents a notable contradiction. This discrepancy weakens the central theme of the 'Make America Healthy Again' initiative. Health professionals emphasize that the president's weight warrants greater concern than his wardrobe, creating a dilemma for the administration in promoting healthy lifestyle choices effectively.

Karnataka has passed eight new Bills that significantly influence property registration and land management in the state. These regulations will implement remote e-registration and bolster digital frameworks for property dealings. Unapproved rural properties must now comply with town planning guidelines. Additionally, park land can be designated for public utilities under strict oversight, while other Bills focus on refining commercial regulations and enhancing Bengaluru's transport system.

Kangana Ranaut hit back at critics including Rakhi Sawant, Taapsee Pannu, Ashutosh Rana, Sonu Sood and Baba Ramdev, calling them "failed, stupid, and disgusting" for their remarks about her. She accused them of seeking media attention through abuse, said "enough is enough," and slammed Baba Ramdev for allegedly making derogatory comments about women while invoking "Sanatan Dharm."

India’s men’s hockey team exit the 2026 World Cup semi-final race after losing 3-5 to Argentina. Two early goals put India on the back foot, while poor passing and missed penalty corners hurt their comeback hopes. Sukhjeet scores twice and Hardik adds a penalty stroke, but Argentina’s five-goal haul seals victory. India now play for seventh or eighth place.

Rahul Gandhi’s political style has taken a more combative turn, with the Congress leader increasingly combining Gen Z outreach, parliamentary interventions and surprise street protests. From Bharat Jodo and Chhatron Ki Goonj to student protests and dharnas, the story looks at how Rahul is trying to stay with issues longer, while also navigating criticism.

Infosys reported a 12% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 7,769 crore for the April-June quarter last month, even as it reduced its revenue growth guidance for the full year.

The recently concluded BWF World Championships in New Delhi highlighted the complex task of scheduling elite badminton, as injuries, television demands and player recovery constantly reshaped the order of play. While Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly were rushed to court in an eventual win, France's Toma Junior Popov questioned uneven recovery time, exposing the delicate balance tournament referees must strike.

Kaziah Liz Mejo, a 19-year-old law student and model from Kerala, has won the Miss Universe India 2026 crown in Jaipur. The Mavelikkara native, who grew up in Abu Dhabi, has a strong background in academics, classical dance, music and acting. She will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico in November.

In 1998, about 12,000 metric tonnes of orange peels and pulp were spread over a degraded pasture in Costa Rica as part of an unusual forest restoration experiment. Sixteen years later, researchers found that the site had developed into a dense forest, with richer soil, greater tree diversity and a 176% increase in aboveground biomass.