Times of India

Controversy erupted during the second day of the Adelaide Test when third umpire Richard Kettleborough's decision gave Mitchell Marsh a lifeline. Ashwin's lbw appeal was reviewed, but Kettleborough upheld the not-out call without utilizing ball-tracking, leaving Team India, fans, and commentators baffled. Replays suggested the ball hit Marsh's pad first.

In Shahdara on Saturday, a 52-year-old man, Sunil Jain, was shot by two motorcycle-riding assailants while returning from a morning walk at the Yamuna Sports Complex. Police responded to a PCR call reporting the incident in Farsh Bazar. A crime team is investigating the shooting.

Early estimates suggest Sukumar's "Pushpa 2" could cross ₹550 crore globally by day 3. The film earned ₹265 crore in India during its first two days, with day 2 collections around ₹90 crore. While facing mixed reviews and lower collections in Kerala, the film boasts impressive occupancy rates in Telugu and Hindi-speaking regions. Allu Arjun's performance is being lauded as exceptional.

Australia's batters adopted a cautious approach against Jasprit Bumrah in the Adelaide Test, scoring slowly but minimizing his impact. This strategy shifted pressure onto India's other bowlers, highlighting Mohammed Shami's absence. While Bumrah continued to take wickets, including those of Labuschagne, Smith and McSweeney, India needs more consistent support from its other pacers to challenge Australia throughout the series.

Virat Kohli's animated celebration ignited after Nitish Reddy dismissed Marnus Labuschagne for 64 during the second Test against Australia at the Adelaide Oval. Labuschagne's resilient partnership with Travis Head was broken, giving India a much-needed breakthrough. Kohli's silencing gesture to the Australian crowd quickly became a viral moment. India, leading the series 1-0, had earlier been bowled out for 180.

Pope Francis is likely to visit India after 2025, following the Jubilee Year celebrations. Union Minister George Kurian confirmed the anticipated visit, stating that both Prime Minister Modi and the Christian community eagerly await the Pope's arrival. An official invitation has already been extended, with the Vatican finalizing the details.

Syrian opposition forces, spearheaded by HTS, seized Hama and advanced towards Homs, prompting mass evacuations. Government forces retreated, citing civilian protection. The opposition's momentum marks a significant shift in the Syrian conflict, challenging Assad's control and raising regional security concerns.

India's Income Tax Appellate Tribunal cleared Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and his family of benami property allegations, involving assets worth Rs 1,000 crore. The tribunal rejected claims related to Jarandeshwar Sugar Mill, citing lack of proof linking Pawar's funds to the acquisition.

A Delhi man was killed, and two others injured, following a dispute over an unflushed toilet. The victims, tenants in a Govindpuri building, clashed with another family residing on the same floor. Police detained a man, his wife, and three sons in connection with the stabbing.

A resurfaced video features Rahul Dravid discussing talent in cricket, referencing Vinod Kambli's exceptional ball-striking abilities. Dravid emphasizes that true talent encompasses not only skill but also determination, discipline, and temperament, highlighting Kambli's potential shortcomings in these areas despite his early success. Kambli scored 1084 runs in his 17-Test career at an impressive average of 54.20, which included four centuries and three fifties.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed willingness to lead the INDIA opposition bloc if called upon, amidst internal disagreements. TMC MPs advocated for her leadership, citing her successful track record against BJP, while Congress dismissed the idea. Differences arose over parliamentary strategy, with TMC prioritizing discussions on governance issues over the Adani controversy, even skipping INDIA bloc meetings.

Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel. The masked gunman fled the scene and is believed to have left New York City by bus. Surveillance footage tracked the suspect's movements before and after the attack. Police found potential clues and are investigating a possible link to a book about insurance claims.

Actor Vijay launched a book on Ambedkar, using the event as a political platform to criticize both the BJP and DMK governments. His remarks sparked controversy within the DMK alliance, with VCK leader Thirumavalavan distancing himself from the event and seeking an explanation from his deputy for sharing the stage and echoing Vijay's criticisms.

Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal defended the company's "100% Green Deliveries" claim against a shareholder's challenge. Goyal provided evidence of carbon offsetting, plastic recycling exceeding delivery-generated waste, and Delhi's one-third electric delivery rate, while acknowledging EV transition challenges and affirming corporate accountability.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a BMC election alliance strategy, with local units deciding on alliances elsewhere. He prioritized lifting the stay on local body elections and outlined plans for cabinet expansion with a mix of experience and new faces. Fadnavis attributed the recent election surge to the "Ek Hai Toh Safe Hai" slogan and addressed Muslim voter outreach.

Sam Pitroda, Chairperson of the Indian Overseas Congress, reported repeated hacking of his laptop, smartphone, and server. Hackers demanded tens of thousands of dollars in cryptocurrency, threatening a smear campaign if unpaid. He cautioned his network against opening suspicious emails or messages, and plans to upgrade his security upon returning to Chicago.

Police discovered a backpack in Central Park potentially belonging to the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The suspect, who fled by bus after the Manhattan shooting, arrived from Atlanta ten days prior and used a fake ID at a hostel. The investigation is focusing on possible disgruntled employee/client motives, with cryptic messages found on the ammunition.

A motion to recognize the 1984 anti-Sikh violence as genocide, introduced by NDP MP Sukh Dhaliwal in the Canadian Parliament, failed. Liberal MP Chandra Arya single-handedly blocked the motion, citing threats and influence from the "Khalistani lobby." NDP leader Jagmeet Singh criticized the Liberals and Conservatives for opposing the motion, while Dhaliwal expressed disappointment.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a political crisis after declaring martial law, which he quickly rescinded amid widespread criticism. Protests demanding his resignation have erupted across the country and opposition lawmakers have initiated impeachment proceedings. This incident also evoked painful memories of South Korea's past martial law abuses.

A disturbing video showing two men brutally beating three children aged 6, 9, and 11 in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, sparked outrage and protests. The men forced the children to chant religious slogans while accusing them of attempting to smoke.