Times of India

A South American theft ring has targeted elite athletes, including NFL stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, stealing over $2 million in luxury items. Seven suspects were indicted in Tampa, Florida, for orchestrating well-planned burglaries during athletes' absences. This case underscores the need for improved security measures for high-profile individuals.

Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed faced a fan's confrontation regarding his send-off to India's Shubman Gill during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The incident has gone viral on social media. During a second ODI against New Zealand, a female fan questioned Abrar's behavior. Pakistan's recent performance in ODIs has been disappointing, with a defeat against New Zealand.

Gujarat Titans' captain Shubman Gill chose to field first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL match, citing favorable conditions and the need to reduce errors. Gujarat made one change with Arshad Khan replacing Kagiso Rabada. Rajat Patidar of RCB also preferred to bowl first but stuck with the same playing XI.

Dr. Poonam Gupta has been appointed as the new Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a three-year term, making her the first woman to hold this position in over a decade. With an illustrious career spanning the World Bank, IMF, and NCAER, Gupta brings extensive experience in economic policy and research. Her role will focus on monetary policy, financial markets, and inflation management, guiding the RBI through economic challenges and growth opportunities.

President Donald Trump has made reciprocal tariffs a cornerstone of his trade policy, framing them as part of his broader “America First” agenda. On April 2, 2025, Trump officially unveiled his reciprocal tariff plan, calling it a necessary step to combat what he describes as decades of unfair trade practices by foreign nations. He declared the day “Liberation Day for American Trade,” signaling his administration’s commitment to leveling the playing field for U.S. businesses.

The 2025 NFL Draft is set for April 24-26 at Lambeau Field, marking Green Bay's first time hosting the event. The draft, featuring 257 players, is crucial for teams to address their needs before the new season. The NFL Draft Experience in Green Bay offers free entry with various activities for fans.

Dr. Jaban Moore, a functional medicine doctor, highlights the potential side effects of certain vitamin supplements. He advises against taking synthetic B12, magnesium oxide or citrate, and ferrous sulfate due to their adverse effects, and suggests natural alternatives for better absorption and overall health.

The BCCI has announced India's 2025 home fixtures featuring Test, ODI, and T20I series against West Indies and South Africa. The season begins with Tests against West Indies in October. South Africa's tour starting in November includes a historic Test in Guwahati, followed by ODIs and a five-match T20I series concluding in December.

Tesla experienced a 13% decline in sales in the first quarter of 2025, with global deliveries dropping to 336,681 units. The decrease is due to an aging vehicle line-up, growing competition, and backlash from CEO Elon Musk's political stance. Incentives offered were insufficient to meet analysts' expectations of 408,000 deliveries.

Elon Musk’s involvement in this race was far from incidental. As a key figure in President Donald Trump’s administration and leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Musk has become increasingly active in shaping political outcomes. DOGE has drawn significant attention for its aggressive cost-cutting measures across federal agencies, making Musk a polarizing figure in American politics.

UFC has announced a major multi-year partnership with Meta, marking Meta as the UFC's first-ever Official Fan Technology Partner. This collaboration aims to integrate AI, virtual reality, and social media to enhance fan interaction and create innovative content and experiences for UFC fans.

A heated debate occurred in the Lok Sabha over the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, with Congress criticising it as unconstitutional and BJP defending it as necessary to prevent misuse. The Bill focuses on stricter criteria for Waqf declarations and amendments meant to enhance regulation and prevent illegal occupancy and misuse of Waqf lands, which are significant in India.

RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav was discharged from Paras Hospital in Bihar and will now head to AIIMS Delhi for further treatment. His son, Tejaswi Yadav, confirmed that Lalu's current health is stable but his blood pressure and sugar levels have been fluctuating. Party leader Bhai Virendra assured that there's no need to worry.

A coup is seemingly underway in Mumbai cricket as Yashasvi Jaiswal seeks a No Objection Certificate and Suryakumar Yadav may follow him to Goa. The Goa Cricket Association is in talks with various players as they join the Ranji Trophy Elite Group. Discussions involve Hyderabad captain Tilak Varma too. Mumbai Cricket Association is holding meetings about these developments.

Ayesha Jhulka addresses past rumors linking her to co-stars like Nana Patekar and Mithun Chakraborty, calling them baseless. She emphasizes that friendships with male co-stars were mistaken for romances. She refutes claims of breaking up Nana-Manisha relationship and clarifies it was embarrassing to be associated romantically with older actors.

Republican candidates won two by-elections in Florida, but a Trump and Musk-backed judge lost in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race. The Florida wins give Republicans a slight edge in the House, though with narrower margins. In Wisconsin, liberal Judge Susan Crawford's victory maintains a liberal majority, countering Musk's significant campaign efforts.

Muslim leaders and organizations object to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, asserting it threatens the autonomy of Waqf properties dedicated for religious and charitable purposes. They claim the Bill aims to seize such lands and hampers Muslim religious liberties, labeling it as deceptive and unconstitutional.