Times of India

Tennessee farmer spent 4 years trying to return a $20,000 IRS refund that was never his, only to be charged $4,000 in interest and face losing his farm, until John Rich stepped in

Indian MMA fighter Varun Sanyal withdrew from the Asian Games after a medical issue. He experienced dizziness and muscle cramps during a weight cut sauna session. Sanyal, a medal prospect, was declared medically unfit for the competition. His teammate Suchika Tariyal advanced in her event, securing a medal. MMA's debut at the Asian Games faces challenges for Indian athletes.

During Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, Indian and US Army personnel showcased the impressive capabilities of the M777 howitzer. Gun crews highlighted its firepower and coordinated operations, while US troops shared valuable insights with Indian battery teams. This live demonstration, paired with a comprehensive lecture on tactical deployment, aims to boost interoperability and enhance military readiness in challenging mountainous environments.

In a devastating early morning crash, a speeding BMW plunged off Mumbai's Coastal Road bridge. This unfortunate event occurred at a construction site, resulting from the driver's loss of control. Three lives were claimed in the accident, with Shanay Gajjal and Dhirya Seth identified among the deceased; the third passenger’s identity remains unknown. Meanwhile, one individual is critically injured, leading authorities to start a thorough investigation into the circumstances.

China has recorded the highest mathematics score among 91 countries and economies in the latest global student assessment, with 612 points. Singapore, Macao and Chinese Taipei follow in the top four. The United States ranks 27th with 463 points, while Canada stands 11th. East Asian education systems dominate the rankings.

Seeking justice, the father of a deceased IIT-Bombay student alleges that systemic torture and caste discrimination were catalysts for his son's suicide. In turn, authorities have opened an abetment of suicide case, applying the SC/ST Act, naming a senior professor and others in the complaint. The institution, however, denies these allegations, claiming full support for the ongoing inquiry.

Elavenil Valarivan narrowly missed gold in the women’s 10m air rifle final at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, settling for silver with 252.4 points. Japan’s Taichi Hinata won gold with 253.0, while South Korea’s Ban Hyojin took bronze. Elavenil had earlier helped India win team silver, adding a second medal to the country’s shooting haul.

The proposed changes include a visual showing school-age children on the packaging, intended to make it clear that the medicine is meant for older children rather than infants and toddlers.

Ed Sheeran addressed the Macklemore controversy and the Israel-Palestine conflict during his Philadelphia concert. He acknowledged making mistakes and spoke about free speech and the humanitarian issue. His comments generated divided opinions among fans and social media users. Some defended his stance while others questioned his approach to the situation. Sheeran expressed his heartbreak over the devastation and loss of civilian lives.

Nila Vikhe Patil, from a prominent Indian political family, has been elected to Sweden's Parliament. She will represent the Green Party in the 349-seat Riksdag after years of dedicated party work. Patil's career includes roles in the Swedish Prime Minister's office and municipal governance. Her education in economics and law shaped her focus on finance and taxation portfolios.

Eve-teased at 12, Suchika Tariyal took up judo for self-defence, beginning a journey through judo, Ju-Jitsu and MMA. At 36, the Rohtak fighter became India’s first Asian Games MMA medallist after beating Mongolia’s Altanchimeg Baigalmaa 2-0 to reach the -60kg semifinals. A former eight-time national judo champion, Tariyal now hopes her journey inspires more young women.

A day after a Thar was seen repeatedly ramming a cab in Gurgaon’s Sector 89, another road rage video surfaced from Sector 38 showing a Maruti Baleno and Hyundai Aura allegedly crashing into each other. A man is also seen being struck and narrowly escaping another apparent attempt to run him over, while police said no complaint or FIR had been registered in the case as of Saturday evening.

The Indian shooting team kicked off their Asian Games journey by clinching a silver medal, thanks to the impressive efforts of Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar, and Vidarsa Vinod. Both Elavenil and Sonam made it to the final of the individual 10m air rifle competition. Building on their previous success in Hangzhou, the team is eager for more medal opportunities in the upcoming events.

Mentioning the Ranka's post, another CJP member Sourav Das quipped: "People of Rajasthan, tell us where you want us to come. Government is releasing and fixing places before our visit!" Last month, Ranka alleged that Rajasthan Police was keeping a watch on people entering and leaving his house, hours after the organisation’s team faced a confrontation during its campaign to inspect government schools.

On Saturday, Houthi rebels executed a large-scale offensive against Saudi Arabia, causing tremors in the capital, Riyadh, where explosions reverberated. Flight operations at the nearby airport faced delays as Saudi air defenses successfully intercepted a ballistic missile aimed at the city. The Houthis boasted of striking key strategic targets, including an Aramco facility, marking a pronounced escalation in the ongoing regional strife.