Times of India

A shocking incident unfolded in Gurgaon's Ashok Vihar Phase 3 where a security officer allegedly shot his wife and son dead following a heated family argument. The 56-year-old man reportedly used his licensed revolver after his son intervened in a dispute between his parents. Police have taken the accused into custody.

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Alexander Zverev has finally won his first Grand Slam title. He defeated Flavio Cobolli in a thrilling French Open final. This victory marks a significant achievement for the German star. Zverev's win came after several previous near misses in major finals. The tournament saw early exits from top players, opening the path for Zverev.

Inspired by Assam's "Forest Man," retired principal SL Garg transformed a barren Madhya Pradesh hillock into a thriving 50,000-tree plantation over a decade. Keshar Parvat now boasts over 600 plant species, including exotic fruits and saffron, demonstrating successful ecological restoration and the potential for widespread greening.

US President Trump labelled Iranians "nuts" and "crazy people" while defending his hardline stance against Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons, warning of global catastrophe. He asserted the US is acting to prevent Iran from obtaining nukes, even threatening harsh military action if talks fail. Trump, however, also expressed personal liking for Iranians and sees a diplomatic path forward.

A Trinamool leader accused of extensive corruption, including embezzlement and land grabbing, was publicly humiliated by villagers in Howrah. Residents shaved his head, garbed him in a shoe garland, and paraded him before handing him over to the police, who have since arrested him.

The US is reportedly exploring a direct purchase of the Chagos Islands, including the crucial Diego Garcia base, from Mauritius. This potential move aims to bypass the UK's sovereignty handover plan, driven by American concerns over security and geopolitical ties. Washington seeks to secure the long-term future of this vital Indian Ocean military hub amidst growing regional competition.

DMK chief MK Stalin questioned the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government's longevity, suggesting recent events have sparked doubts about its stability. He welcomed former VCK MLA Panaiyur Babu into the DMK, highlighting the party's welfare and development achievements. Stalin's remarks join a growing wave of opposition criticism against the new government.

A Trinamool Congress councillor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, Mohammad Jasimuddin, was arrested on Sunday by the Bengal Police. He faces charges of molestation and harassment of a minor girl and has been booked under the POCSO Act. The arrest has led to heightened tension and increased security in the Jorasanko area.

A sudden rainstorm at IGI Airport's Terminal 2 damaged three Air India aircraft when ground support equipment, dislodged by strong winds, struck them. One aircraft requires several days of repairs, while the other two are expected to resume flying this week. Officials are questioning the lack of a weather warning.

Home minister Amit Shah is set to launch the Land Port Management System (LPMS), a digital platform designed to streamline cargo and passenger processing at all land ports. This initiative aims to enhance efficiency, transparency, and security in cross-border operations, bringing them on par with airport and seaport systems.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has once again championed the humble idli, this time critiquing a viral post pairing it with chai. While a self-proclaimed chai enthusiast, Tharoor advocates for enjoying both delicacies separately, emphasizing the ideal fluffy texture of an idli. He previously defended idli against comparisons to rasgulla, highlighting its sophisticated fermentation process.

Global airlines face a profit plunge in 2026, nearly halving earnings to $23 billion due to soaring fuel costs and Middle East conflict disruptions. Despite strong passenger demand and projected record revenues exceeding $1.1 trillion, profitability per passenger is expected to drop significantly. This geopolitical instability and rising operational expenses are reshaping the industry's financial outlook.

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has opened up about the legal troubles that landed him in jail for 70 days, the people who stood by him, and why he harbours no resentment towards mentor and filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt for not publicly speaking in his defence. Vikram addressed the allegations against him and maintained that the accusations were baseless.