Times of India

South Asians are more likely to develop Type-2 diabetes at a younger age and lower BMI. Experts highlight a unique genetic profile contributing to increased insulin resistance and abdominal obesity. A national survey indicates high carbohydrate intake among diabetes patients, leading to various health concerns. Recommendations include tailored dietary guidelines focusing on complex carbohydrates and higher protein intake.

Hope overshadowed KL Rahul’s counterattacking unbeaten 129 off 87 balls that propelled India to 351/7. Dew may have played a part, but Hope’s experience tamed down India’s inexperienced bowling with consummate ease

The latest episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show welcomed the cast of The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest. Kapil Sharma humorously addressed Anup Soni about his replacement on Crime Patrol by Ajay Devgn. Sidharth Malhotra shared his childhood experiences with supposedly haunted houses in his neighborhood. Maniesh Paul recounted a funny story about his daughter's encounters with an imaginary 'aunty' in their home.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar briefed a parliamentary committee on India's engagement with Russia and Ukraine. He highlighted bilateral trade expansion and India's aim to send skilled workers. The minister discussed India's diplomatic efforts to facilitate dialogue for ending the Ukraine conflict. Additionally, he noted the government's initiatives to release Indian nationals in the Russian military. Jaishankar emphasized India's commitment to secure economic interests and safeguard Indian citizens abroad.

The BJP and Congress have filed their election expenditure reports following several assembly elections this year. The BJP recorded a hefty expenditure of Rs 529.39 crore across five states, whereas Congress spent Rs 248.55 crore. These contrasting figures unveil the distinct priorities of the political parties, particularly in West Bengal and Keralam.

The Bangalore bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) recently held that rental income already disclosed to the income tax authorities can be considered as an identifiable source of cash deposited into a bank account at a later date. Even where a landlord claims to have collected rent in cash, the subsequent deposit of that money cannot be disregarded merely because the rental earnings have already been taxed.

In a significant move, Apple has removed the decentralised messaging app Bitchat from its India App Store. This action follows a directive issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, citing illegal content linked to the app. Bitchat, known for its Bluetooth-based mesh networking that allows offline communication, had previously been removed in July before returning to the store. As it stands, Indian users can no longer download Bitchat.

Excel Search & Advisory is helping the NBA find Cathy Engelbert’s successor as WNBA commissioner. Because Excel Sports Management represents Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier, former ESPN host Linda Cohn has questioned how the company will separate its executive search work from player representation. The NBA has not publicly detailed specific safeguards, while Adam Silver remains involved in the final decision.

High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi addressed the extradition request for Sheikh Hasina from Bangladesh, stating that the matter is under legal review, preventing a set timeline for her repatriation. He clarified that India had no involvement in her arrival, citing the dire circumstances in Bangladesh. As relations between India and Bangladesh grow increasingly strained, the new Bangladeshi government remains resolute in pursuing Hasina's extradition.

The Aichi-Nagoya campaign produced a mix of expected results and disappointments before India's strong finish changed the picture. As recently as Thursday, India were outside the top 10 in the medal table with only 10 gold medals.

Ukraine has expressed readiness to explore India's comprehensive proposal for ending the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. During recent communications, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha emphasized the importance of India's mediation role. India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar affirmed continuous engagement with both Kyiv and Moscow regarding potential solutions. Ukraine is open to discussing limited ceasefire arrangements around energy infrastructure and safe Black Sea shipping.