Times of India

The film fraternity mourned the passing of Shyam Benegal, a pioneer of New Wave cinema, who mentored numerous actors and revolutionized Indian cinema with films like 'Ankur' and 'Manthan'. His work, celebrated for its raw and real storytelling, leaves a lasting legacy.

Pramathes Ghosal, a private tutor from Bengal's Hooghly district, was sentenced to death for the brutal triple murder of his elderly parents and married sister in November 2021. He claimed financial pressure led to the crime, but locals disputed his assertion, stating he earned enough.

Former Congressman Matt Gaetz contests the ethics committee report accusing him of paying women for drugs and sex, including a minor. Gaetz denies the allegations and has filed a lawsuit to stop the report's release, arguing it's defamatory. The committee's report claims significant payments linked to sexual activity and drug use.

Jordyn Woods attended the New York Knicks' annual pajama party following her boyfriend Karl Anthony-Towns' trade to the team. Met by excitement, she shared the event's highlights on Instagram. Woods, who moved from Los Angeles, is adapting well to New York and actively supports Towns, reflecting his stellar performance this season.

Tollywood actor Allu Arjun, on interim bail, is summoned by Chikadpally police regarding a fatal stampede at Sandhya Theatre, which occurred despite the police denying permission to the event. The incident led to one woman's death, while her son remains hospitalized.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are not having a $600 million wedding in Aspen this weekend, despite reports. Bezos, angered by the false claims, took to Twitter to refute the story. Elon Musk responded with support. The couple, who have not confirmed their wedding date, have remained silent on their plans.

Punjab and Uttar Pradesh police conducted a joint operation, resulting in the deaths of three alleged Khalistan Zindabad Force operatives. The men's families contested the encounter, questioning their involvement and circumstances, describing the deceased as ordinary labourers and drivers. Local communities in Gurdaspur expressed disbelief and demanded justice and a thorough investigation.

NCP's Chhagan Bhujbal expressed his displeasure to CM Devendra Fadnavis regarding his exclusion from the state cabinet, signifying the unrest within the OBC community. Fadnavis assured Bhujbal of addressing the matter. Meanwhile, Ajit Pawar distanced himself from these internal party issues.

Pakistan plans to acquire 40 J-35 stealth fighters from China, marking the first export of Beijing’s fifth-generation jets to a foreign ally. The J-35A will publicly debut after the PLAAF anniversary. This move is expected to shift the military balance between Pakistan and India.

In the early 1970s, Pakistan attempted to replicate India's Cirus reactor design, which was integral to India's first nuclear test in 1974. Munir Ahmed Khan led the effort, but challenges arose from differences between the Cirus reactor and Pakistan's Kanupp. Recently, the US imposed sanctions on Pakistan for its advanced missile technology.

A six-year-old boy was killed after being struck by an airbag in a car accident in Vashi. The incident occurred when an SUV crashed into a median, causing it to land on the boy's car. The SUV driver is facing charges for rash and negligent driving. The boy's family is preparing for his final rites in Gujarat.

Travis Hunter deactivates his Instagram to support fiancée Leanna Lenee amid backlash from a three-year-old video of her dancing inappropriately with another man. The resurfacing of this video has led to severe online trolling and criticism. Kelce expressed his exhaustion with the negativity, and Lenee made her social media accounts private to escape further scrutiny.

An Almora district court acquitted a woman accused by her mother-in-law of attempting to kill her infant daughter and neglecting to breastfeed. The court found the case doubtful due to inconsistent statements, a delayed FIR, and lack of evidence, attributing the allegations to a domestic dispute.

Telangana police summoned actor Allu Arjun after a stampede at a 'Pushpa 2' premiere in Hyderabad caused a woman's death and injured her son. The actor was released on bail, and the family received Rs 50 lakh in financial aid. Protests ensued at Arjun's residence, demanding further compensation, leading to increased security.

​"He (Luigi Mangione) was on display for everyone to see in the biggest staged perp walk I've ever seen in my career. It was absolutely unnecessary. He's been cooperative with law enforcement, he's been in custody for over a week; he waived extradition..."lawyer Karen Friedman Agnifilo said as Mangione appeared in the court today and pleaded not guilty to the state charge.

R Ashwin, 38, recently retired from international cricket citing a lack of creative satisfaction. He plans to continue club cricket, including the IPL. Ashwin expressed gratitude for the game and overwhelming support post-retirement, including calls from legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Kapil Dev. The cricketer visualizes more creativity in his future endeavors.

Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away at the age of 90 due to chronic kidney disease. Known for classics such as Ankur and Nishant, he left an indelible mark on Indian parallel cinema. Tributes poured in from political leaders nationwide, honoring his contributions and influence in the film industry.

A nine-year-old girl, raped by a 36-year-old labourer in Jhagadiya, succumbed to her injuries at SSG Hospital in Vadodara. She died from multiple organ failure after suffering critical injuries and cardiac arrests. The accused is in police custody, with investigations ongoing. Politicians have visited the victim's family for support.