Times of India

Hardik Pandya and MS Dhoni's heartfelt hug during a training session before the IPL 2025 clash between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk captured the essence of camaraderie and mutual respect. Despite fierce rivalries, this moment highlighted the deep bonds formed over years, setting an emotional tone for the highly anticipated match.

Virat Kohli joined Shah Rukh Khan on stage at the IPL 2025 opening ceremony at Eden Gardens, celebrating Kohli's 18-season journey. The two stars danced together, thrilling the crowd with their camaraderie. KKR’s Rinku Singh later joined them, symbolically bridging the past, present, and future of cricket and entertainment. The evening concluded with the national anthem.

The arrest of Istanbul's opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu sparked widespread protests across Turkey. Accused of financial misconduct and links to Kurdish militants, his detention is seen as a political move against a potential challenger to President Erdogan. Thousands have taken to the streets, demanding government resignation and supporting Imamoglu, who decries his arrest as a 'coup'.

At least three people were killed and 14 others injured in a mass shooting at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Police are investigating the incident, with assistance from state and federal agencies, and are asking for public help to identify the suspect or suspects.

Sachin Jha was compelled to close his Zerodha account due to a compliance issue when his wife joined a global investment bank. Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath responded promptly, addressing the trust gap with an action plan, although Jha ultimately closed his account.

A man has been booked for tricking three women into marriage by falsely claiming to be a widower and an excise department employee. He persuaded one to take a Rs 42 lakh loan. Police investigations reveal he has deceived other women previously and has a history of fraudulent marriages.

Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, accused of murdering Muskan’s husband Saurabh Rajput, fled to Himachal Pradesh after the crime. They presented themselves as a married couple and maintained a low profile. Authorities arrested them after Muskan’s father compelled her to confess. The murder involved dismembering the body and sealing it in a cement-filled drum.

Ramesh Shanmugam, a para-athlete from Tamil Nadu, has excelled in wheelchair racing despite losing his legs in a childhood accident. Inspired by MS Dhoni, Shanmugam secured multiple medals at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix and Khelo India Para Games. With support from authorities, he aims to represent India in the Paralympics.

The FBI has warned of a series of attacks on Tesla properties, including dealerships and charging stations, across the U.S. The attacks, involving arson and vandalism, are linked to political tensions surrounding Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk. Authorities are investigating and prosecuting the offenders, while Tesla owners urge restraint against violence.

Following an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited his church to pray for Trump and demonstrated goodwill through personal gestures. Steve Witkoff highlighted Trump's approach to diplomatic engagement with Russia and Putin’s positive response to negotiating the end of the Ukraine conflict, emphasizing Trump's leadership.

Saurabh Rajput was brutally murdered by his wife, Muskan Rastogi, and her lover, Sahil Shukla, dismembering his body and sealing it in a cement drum. They manipulated family and friends, even taking a vacation post-murder. Muskan's parents called for capital punishment, and both culprits were arrested and charged with murder and destruction of evidence.

The Trump administration is scrutinizing federal consultancies like Booz Allen and Accenture, demanding clear reports on their government contracts and cost-cutting plans. Accenture's stock fell due to reduced US government work. The investigation aims to curb waste and spending in the $759 billion federal contract market, affecting major firms such as IBM and General Dynamics.

Tamil Nadu's DMK-led Joint Action Committee meeting, chaired by CM M.K. Stalin, united multiple state leaders against population-based Lok Sabha delimitation. They argue this move threatens democratic representation, particularly for southern states that have successfully implemented population control measures.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella showed interest in the new hybrid sport 'Crennis' after a playful video featuring Bill Gates and Sachin Tendulkar playing the game was shared. Combining cricket and tennis, the video highlighted their fun interaction and ended with them enjoying vada pav. The collaboration hints at future projects between the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation & Gates Foundation.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has stated that the losses from the Central Nagpur riot will be recovered from the rioters, including through property disposal if necessary. 92 arrests have been made, with the event possibly linked to Malegaon and international instigators, and social media users spreading hatred will face stringent action.

Heathrow Airport resumes full operations following a severe power outage caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation, which led to the cancellation and diversion of 1,350 flights affecting around 200,000 passengers. The economic impact includes an estimated loss of £4.8 million per day in tourism revenue.

Israel's High Court of Justice has temporarily blocked the removal of Ronen Bar, head of Israel's internal security agency Shin Bet, pending an appeal hearing. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's move to sack Bar has sparked widespread protests in Israel.

A viral video shows vendors repackaging rotten strawberries as fresh, posing serious health risks. Consuming these can lead to food poisoning, liver damage, respiratory issues, and fungal infections. These practices highlight a lack of oversight by food safety authorities. People are advised to avoid moldy strawberries and ensure they're consuming fresh produce to avoid health complications.