Times of India

Zepto's 22-year-old CEO, Aadit Palicha, responded to accusations of a "toxic work culture" at the quick-commerce startup. An anonymous Reddit post alleged long hours, early morning meetings, and exploitation of young workers. Palicha acknowledged the unusual meeting times due to his schedule and hiring practices but recommended work-life balance to competitors.

In preparation for the upcoming pink-ball Test against Australia in Adelaide, Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma faced Jasprit Bumrah's fierce pace in the nets. KL Rahul, preparing for his first day/night Test, noted the pink ball's unique characteristics, including increased speed and movement, posing a challenge for batters and fielders alike.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor had a surprising encounter in his garden with a monkey. The monkey climbed onto his lap, ate bananas, hugged him, and even dozed off on his chest. Tharoor remained calm, despite concerns about rabies, and described the interaction as peaceful and gentle.

Whispers suggest Apple's inaugural foldable iPhone might arrive in late 2026, resembling Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold rather than the Z Flip. Industry expert Ross Young hints at this "Fold" design.

Rahul Gandhi, the Lok Sabha opposition leader, was prevented by police from visiting violence-stricken Sambhal. The acting Lok Sabha speaker questioned Gandhi's absence from Parliament during the incident. Gandhi asserted his right to visit as LoP, claiming the police action was unconstitutional. Clashes in Sambhal following a court-ordered mosque survey resulted in five deaths and numerous injuries.

India's iPhone manufacturing is booming, projected to rival China's within five years. However, revenue growth is slower. Apple earned $8 billion in India in FY24, a fraction of China's $67 billion.

New research suggests Venus, Earth's "evil twin," never had liquid water, challenging previous theories about its potential habitability. Scientists analyzed Venus's atmospheric chemistry and dry volcanic gases, concluding its interior was always too arid for oceans. This discovery has implications for the search for life on Venus-like exoplanets, urging a focus on more Earth-like environments.

Virat Kohli's impressive century in the first Test against Australia has sparked concern among former Australian players. Michael Clarke, in a recent interview, expressed his apprehension about Kohli's return to form, predicting he will be India's leading run-scorer in the upcoming pink-ball Test in Adelaide, despite Australia's unbeaten record at the venue in day-night matches.

Scott Boland is poised to replace the injured Josh Hazlewood in the upcoming Adelaide day-night Test, marking his first international appearance in 18 months. This echoes his selection for the World Test Championship final against India, where he delivered what he considers his finest bowling performance.

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi criticized Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy's view on a 70-hour workweek, rejecting the notion of neglecting work-life balance. Gogoi argued that life encompasses family responsibilities, equally shared by men and women, a choice often unavailable to working women.

SBI has alerted its customers about scammers posing as CBI or IT officials to extort money. These scammers use fake narratives and staged evidence to convince and frighten victims. Consumers are advised to verify identities, avoid sharing sensitive information, and report suspicious activities to banks and authorities.

Devendra Fadnavis has been elected as the BJP's legislative party leader in Maharashtra and is set to be sworn in as Chief Minister on December 5th, 2024. The oath-taking ceremony will take place at Azad Maidan in Mumbai, with Prime Minister Modi expected to attend. The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a landslide victory in the state assembly elections.

Usman Khawaja reminisced about his catch of Virat Kohli during the 2018 Adelaide Test, describing it as a "belter". Kohli was dismissed for three runs at a crucial moment when India was struggling at 3 for 19. Khawaja highlighted the significance of the catch and how such moments stand out amid various cricket achievements.

The IPL brand value has surged by 13% to reach $12 billion in 2024. Chennai Super Kings leads with $122 million. Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Kolkata Knight Riders have crossed $100 million.

After an assassination attempt, Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal was spotted washing utensils at the Golden Temple, continuing his 'seva'. The attack, which occurred while Badal was fulfilling his duties, ended without injury thanks to the intervention of bystanders, resulting in the immediate apprehension of assailant Narain Singh.

The BCCI has opposed PCB's conditional agreement to a hybrid model for the upcoming Champions Trophy, causing fresh deadlock. While Pakistan allowed India to play at a neutral venue, they demanded to not play in India in future tournaments. BCCI rejected this citing no security threat in India. Discussions for an amicable solution are ongoing.

ISRO is set to launch the ESA’s Proba-3 mission on December 4, 2024, aimed at studying the Sun's corona using precision formation-flying between two spacecraft. This mission, showcasing international collaboration and advanced technology, will provide continuous observation of the Sun’s outer atmosphere and insights into space weather phenomena, marking a significant advancement in solar research.

Global tech leaders Google and Meta are investing heavily in submarine fibre cables to India, challenging domestic data providers Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Tata Communications. Google plans to introduce the Blue-Raman Submarine Cable System in 2025, while Meta's $10 billion subsea project aims to enhance data transmission capacities.

Shoaib Akhtar believes India is more eager to play in Pakistan than vice versa, emphasizing that Virat Kohli is particularly keen. Despite the ICC Champions Trophy matches being relocated to Dubai for Indian teams, Akhtar urges Pakistan to adopt a positive stance towards future tournaments in India. PCB demands equal hybrid model terms for ICC events held in India.

A man, his wife, and their daughter were discovered murdered in their South Delhi home on Wednesday morning. Their son, returning from a morning walk, found them and notified the police. No signs of ransacking or theft were evident. A case has been registered, and an investigation is ongoing.