Times of India

A new bill requires prior government approval for private events on state property. This legislation aims to regulate gatherings and replace an earlier executive order. The Karnataka government insists the bill targets no specific organization or political party. It will apply to all public gatherings, including RSS meetings and route marches. The bill will be introduced during the ongoing legislative session for enactment.

India's spinners face a challenge adapting to Galle's tricky crosswinds. The venue's location beside the ocean influences the ball's drift significantly. Former players believe spinners must adjust quickly to utilise the wind effectively. Young spinner Manav Suthar's rhythmic action could prove instrumental for India. Ultimately, harnessing the wind will be crucial for success at Galle.

At the Esports World Cup in Paris, chess has emerged as an unlikely test of how far esports can stretch. Mike McCabe explains why the game's centuries-old appeal fits alongside digital titles, what Paris has proved about the EWC's ability to travel, and why its future may depend on creating players with the recognition of IPL stars. His vision points to a broader shift in how esports defines games, audiences and sporting fame.

Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' has successfully generated sixty-seven lakhs on its twenty-second day since release. With a staggering domestic collection of one hundred ninety-five point zero two crore, and overseas earnings pushing the total gross to three hundred twenty point three four crore, this political action drama directed by H. Vinoth has certainly made its mark, particularly with its Tamil version greatly enhancing daily collections.

The England white-ball captain said that his priority remains playing for England, but acknowledged the IPL's value in helping players improve.

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A £3.8million luxury 98ft superyacht, Angiola II, sank off Sardinia just four days after being delivered to its new owner. The vessel reportedly lost buoyancy following an engine failure and fire, leaving 14 people aboard. Twelve were rescued by a nearby boat, while the owner and a friend were taken ashore by a patrol vessel.

JNU Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit proposed a temple model for institutional funding. She advocated for intellectual pluralism and critiqued academic orthodoxies within universities. Pandit highlighted India's rich civilisational legacy and maritime achievements. She stressed the importance of English alongside Indian languages for national understanding. Pandit cautioned against confining Indian Knowledge Systems to narrow definitions.