Times of India

A groom and 12 relatives were arrested for gambling just hours before his wedding in Surat. Police raided the marriage hall and seized cash, cards, and mobile phones. They were booked under the Gambling Act and released on bail before the wedding.

Kolkata municipal workers discovered a young woman's severed head in a Tollygunge garbage dump on Friday morning. Police have initiated a murder investigation and are examining CCTV footage. A sniffer dog led officers to a locked apartment within a nearby residential complex, raising suspicions. The victim's identity remains unknown, and police are reviewing missing person reports.

Chinese nationalists are expressing surprising support for Donald Trump's re-election, viewing his presidency as both a mockery of American democracy and a catalyst for China's rise. While criticizing his anti-China rhetoric, they admire his strongman persona and conservative values, seeing parallels with their own nationalist sentiments and anxieties about societal change.

Overwhelmed with joy, D Gukesh's mother, J Padmakumari, recounts the family's sacrifices after his World Chess Championship victory. Her husband left his surgical career to support Gukesh's travels, while she became the sole provider. Financial struggles led to friends sponsoring Gukesh's tournaments.

Telugu actor Allu Arjun was arrested and later bailed in connection with a fatal stampede at a 'Pushpa 2' event. Before his arrest, emotional scenes unfolded as he bid farewell to his wife, Sneha Reddy. Their love story, which began with a chance encounter in America, overcame initial family opposition and culminated in marriage and two children.

TMC MP Mahua Moitra criticized certain members of the higher judiciary, alleging compromise of judicial independence and integrity. She targeted ex-CJI DY Chandrachud's "prayed to God" remark regarding the Ayodhya verdict, arguing judges should rely on reason and logic. Moitra's comments sparked uproar in the Lok Sabha, leading to a temporary adjournment.

Anvay Dravid, son of cricketing legend Rahul Dravid, scored an impressive unbeaten century (100*) for Karnataka against Jharkhand in a Vijay Merchant Trophy match. His knock, featuring 10 fours and two sixes, helped Karnataka reach 441/4, securing a first-innings lead and three points. This follows Anvay's recent double-century in an Under-16 inter-zonal tournament, highlighting his promising cricketing journey.

Virat Kohli stands on the cusp of history, needing just 25 runs to become the second Indian to reach 1500 Test runs in Australia, trailing only Sachin Tendulkar. With seven centuries already Down Under, Kohli's form is crucial as India faces a must-win third Test against Australia at the Gabba.

Steve Smith commends Virat Kohli's Australian-like competitive spirit and camaraderie amidst the India-Australia rivalry. With both teams showcasing dominant wins and inconsistencies, the upcoming third Test in Brisbane holds no clear favorite. Australia boasts a strong record at the Gabba, while India aims to replicate their historic 2021 victory at the venue.

Marnus Labuschagne refuted David Warner's critique of his batting form after the second Adelaide Test. Warner claimed Labuschagne frequently gets caught at gully, a criticism Labuschagne challenged, stating it has rarely happened. Labuschagne, following a recent 64-run performance, emphasized his focus on winning for Australia, not pleasing critics.

Australia's batting lineup is facing a century drought, with only three tons in seven Tests this year. Skipper Pat Cummins remains optimistic about Steve Smith and Usman Khawaja breaking their individual dry spells in the upcoming Brisbane Test. Their struggles reflect a broader issue, with the team's century tally potentially the lowest this century.

India has rejected Canadian media reports accusing it of using visa denials to interfere in Canada's internal affairs. The Indian government asserts its right to deny visas to those who threaten its territorial integrity, labeling the reports as disinformation. This comes amidst tragedies involving Indian students in Canada, including two recent murders and a fatal accident.

This article highlights five popular CBSE schools in Hyderabad. The schools—Gitanjali School, The Shri Ram Universal School, Jubilee Hills Public School, Samashti International School, and DPS Khajaguda—are evaluated across seven key parameters: teacher competence, pedagogy, co-curricular activities, sports, personalized education, infrastructure, and teacher care, as per the Cfore Rankings 2024.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the workforce at an unprecedented pace, prompting both excitement and concern among the younger generation. Unstop's Hiring Kart: Skills & AI Report 2024 reveals that while many Gen Z professionals see AI as a key to career advancement, there are growing fears about its impact on creativity and critical thinking. As AI continues to dominate industries, the debate over its role in the future of work intensifies.

Chess legend Garry Kasparov congratulated D Gukesh on becoming the youngest world champion, surpassing Kasparov's own record. Gukesh's victory over Ding Liren in Singapore marked a historic moment for India. Kasparov dismissed criticisms of the match quality, highlighting the inevitable blunders in high-pressure championships.

Shubman Gill dismissed Pat Cummins' claims about the effectiveness of Australia's short-ball tactic in Adelaide. Cummins suggested they might use it again in the third Test, but Gill pointed out it mainly dismissed lower-order batsmen. Gill, confident in India's batting, aims for a substantial first-innings total after their previous low scores.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a Rs5 crore cash prize for 18-year-old Indian Grand Master D Gukesh, who became the youngest-ever world chess champion after defeating Ding Liren. Gukesh secured victory in the 14th game, achieving the required 7.5 points. He is the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to win the global title.

During 'Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav,' Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stressed the importance of mother tongue education, highlighting its role in nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and cultural connection. He noted that the National Education Policy 2020 supports this vision, though challenges persist in implementing vernacular learning in higher education. State-level efforts and research underscore benefits like improved cognitive development and academic performance, yet resource limitations and perception issues hinder wider adoption, especially in technical education.