Times of India

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood's Border-Gavaskar Trophy campaign ended prematurely due to a right calf strain sustained during the Gabba Test. Hazlewood, recently returned from a side strain, bowled only one over before leaving the field. His absence is a significant blow to Australia's bowling attack. Scott Boland is expected to replace him for the remaining matches in Melbourne and Sydney.

NFL star Travis Kelce spared no expense for Taylor Swift's 35th birthday. He showered her with $175,000 worth of gifts. These included a Rolex and Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry. Kelce hired a private chef and bartender for an intimate celebration. The couple enjoyed the special day away from the public eye.

Rain threatens to wash out the final day of the gripping Gabba Test between India and Australia. With a 90% chance of rain and a flood alert issued, a draw appears likely. India, still trailing by 193 runs, showed resilience on Day 4, avoiding the follow-on thanks to crucial knocks from KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja.

Union Minister Amit Shah addressed the Rajya Sabha on the 75th anniversary of India's Constitution. He highlighted that both the BJP and Congress amended the Constitution during their respective reigns, with BJP making 22 amendments in 16 years and Congress making 77 in 55 years.

The BJP plans to send notices to about 20 MPs who missed the 'one nation, one election' bill vote. The bill seeks to hold simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections. It failed to get the needed two-thirds majority. Opposition parties opposed the bill. The government said the bill aligns with the Constitution.

Sameer Wankhede refused to discuss Shah Rukh Khan in a recent interview. Ranveer Singh reacted sweetly to paparazzi inquiries about his daughter, Dua. Mahira Khan opened up about the emotional toll of her viral photos with Ranbir Kapoor. Shatrughan Sinha defended Sonakshi Sinha against Mukesh Khanna's comments. Adnan Sami mourned the loss of Zakir Hussain.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will honor newly crowned World Chess Champion D. Gukesh with a ₹5 crore cheque on Tuesday. Gukesh, 18, returned to Chennai after his historic victory against Ding Liren in Singapore, becoming the youngest World Champion ever.

PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel argues that Silicon Valley's experiment with remote work revealed widespread unproductivity, leading to mass layoffs. He claims many remote workers weren't actually working, and companies ultimately dismissed them with little impact on operations.

NEET UG 2025 Syllabus Announced: The National Medical Commission (NMC) released the NEET UG 2025 syllabus, covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The Undergraduate Medical Education Board urges stakeholders to refer to the updated syllabus on the NMC website for study material preparation and exam readiness for the 2025-2026 academic session. The detailed syllabus includes units and topics for each subject.

India's aviation ministry has introduced new rules to combat hoax threats against flights. Individuals making such threats now face fines of up to ₹1 lakh, along with other criminal charges. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has also been granted authority to deny boarding or remove individuals from aircraft for security reasons.

Prithvi Shaw's omission from Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Trophy squad sparked a social media outburst from the young opener. Shaw highlighted his impressive List A stats—3,399 runs at an average of 55.7—questioning the decision. This follows his exclusion from the Ranji team and going unsold in the IPL.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russian troops of burning the faces of deceased North Korean soldiers to hide their presence in Ukraine. Zelenskyy shared a video depicting the alleged act, condemning Russia's disrespect and cynical attempts to conceal North Korean involvement in the war. He called for an end to the conflict and accountability for Russia's actions.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's status for the Emirates NBA Cup final against the Oklahoma City Thunder is a game-time decision due to injury. His dominant performance in the semi-final, including 32 points and 14 rebounds, highlights his importance to the Bucks. While other key players are also listed with injury concerns, Giannis's potential presence looms large over the game's outcome.

Sindeep Singh, 48, has been sentenced to life in prison, with a minimum term of 31 years, for the brutal murder of his 76-year-old mother, Bhajan Kaur, in Leicester. Singh killed his mother following a family dispute over inheritance and attempted to conceal the crime by purchasing a sack barrow and spade, intending to bury her body in the garden.

Jasprit Bumrah, India's pace spearhead, showcased his batting prowess during the third Test in Brisbane. Facing a follow-on threat, Bumrah's resilient 10* helped India avert it. His 39-run partnership with Akash Deep for the 10th wicket proved crucial, highlighting Bumrah's ability to contribute with the bat in crunch situations.

Elon Musk's The Boring Company has proposed a $20 billion transatlantic tunnel connecting New York and London, utilizing Hyperloop technology to achieve travel times of under an hour. This ambitious project faces significant technical, financial, and environmental challenges, but Musk believes advancements in tunneling technology make it feasible. Experts remain skeptical, citing the project's scale and unproven technology.

The police is planning to challenge Allu Arjun's interim bail and go to the Supreme Court. The actor was arrested on Friday and released on Saturday morning after he spent a night in Jail.

Conor McGregor is set to return to combat sports, not in the UFC, but in a boxing exhibition match against Logan Paul in India, backed by the Ambani family. This marks McGregor's first fight since his losses to Dustin Poirier in 2021 and his second boxing venture after the Mayweather bout.

Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M disciplined staff by making them stand for 30 minutes after an elderly man was left waiting. A viral video shows the employees standing at their desks. This action followed the CEO witnessing the elderly man's prolonged wait, prompting praise online for addressing negligence and improving customer service.

India averted the follow-on in the Brisbane Test against Australia, thanks to a gritty last-wicket stand between Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah. Deep's unbeaten 27, including a six off Cummins, pushed India past the follow-on target. Australia's victory hopes dimmed further with a calf injury ruling out Josh Hazlewood for the rest of the series.