Times of India

Saudi Arabia said on Wednesday that it had intercepted a Houthi drone heading towards Mecca, calling the security of Islam's holiest city a 'red line'. The Houthis flatly denied targeting Mecca and, in the same round of escalation, claimed to have shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Yemen's Marib province, a claim Riyadh has not confirmed.

A former analyst from Goldman Sachs faces repercussions after admitting to using ChatGPT to threaten his ex-girlfriend. He pleaded guilty to charges of stalking and making written threats to kill. OpenAI intervened by notifying federal officials upon recognizing alarming dialogue. Zhou has been sentenced to eight years of probation along with electronic monitoring, shedding light on the implications of AI in criminal cases and raising concerns regarding user privacy.

Aaditya Thackeray denied meeting Disha Salian, calling allegations a false campaign. The CBI has registered an FIR into Salian's 2020 death following a court order. Salian died after falling from a building, and Sushant Singh Rajput died a week later. The investigation will examine evidence handling and potential official misconduct. Thackeray called for an impartial and fresh inquiry into the case.

A Pakistani Navy ship collided with an Indian Navy vessel in the Northern Arabian Sea. The Indian Navy stated the Pakistani ship maneuvered unsafely, causing the collision. This incident contravenes mutual confidence-building measures between the two nations. India's Ministry of External Affairs summoned the Pakistani Charge d'Affairs over the matter. This event echoes a similar naval collision that occurred in 2011.

Pranati Nayak is preparing for her fourth Asian Games after a journey that began with leaving her family in West Bengal at a young age to pursue gymnastics. A Tokyo Olympian, Nayak has overcome injuries and setbacks to remain India's lone gymnast at the 2026 Games. Her story is one of sacrifice, resilience and an enduring passion for gymnastics.

The EPFO wage limit had remained unchanged between 2004 and 2014. It was raised to Rs 15,000 in September 2014. The latest decision follows the same approach of periodically updating the ceiling, with the new Rs 25,000 limit intended to account for wage growth.

After a lengthy legal struggle, international coach Bilquis Mir has received a no-objection certificate from the Jammu and Kashmir government, as directed by the Supreme Court. This crucial permission enables her to train India's kayaking and canoeing team ahead of the 2026 Asian Games. The court emphasized the importance of timely action to avoid hindering national interests, allowing Mir to embrace her coaching role for the prestigious event.

Cricketer Rinku Singh is eagerly preparing for his wedding to Priya Saroj, slated for December 2026. His six-bedroom bungalow in Aligarh tells the story of his remarkable rise from humble beginnings. The house is tastefully designed with modern interiors and boasts a private swimming pool for downtime. Adorned with cricket memorabilia, including an iconic bat, this residence marks a pivotal moment in his personal and professional life.

Oracle layoffs: Oracle's second round of job cuts this year arrived with the same termination email it sent in March. Signed "Oracle Leadership", the 6am note told employees their role was eliminated and "today is your last working day". Staff shared both versions on Reddit, Blind and X. In India, 1,000 to 1,500 mid- to senior-level employees may be affected, sources said, as Oracle's restructuring bill rises to $2.8 billion.

Lieutenant Colonel Ardeshir Tarapore died bravely leading his regiment in 1965. His unit destroyed sixty enemy tanks while losing only nine during intense fighting. Tarapore refused evacuation even after sustaining wounds on the battlefield. He was posthumously awarded India's highest wartime gallantry award. The Poona Horse regiment has a distinguished history of service and valor.

A woman was struck by a car and carried on its bonnet after a dispute. The driver then accelerated, hitting the woman and continuing to move forward. The incident escalated as the car was driven towards her again after she fell. The driver subsequently fled the scene, leaving the injured woman. Police are investigating the incident and examining evidence to identify the accused.

Two accused in the Gurgaon hit-and-run case were produced before a local court. They were sent to two days of police custody until September eighteenth. A video from the victim's bike camera showed her being knocked down. Police added an attempt-to-murder charge after examining the video evidence. The accused had crossed into Rajasthan after the incident occurred.

A devastating incident occurred overnight in Gaza City, where a six-storey apartment building crumbled, leaving at least ten Palestinians, including young children, dead. The aftermath has led to fears that numerous individuals may still be trapped beneath the debris. Rescue teams are actively searching for survivors and recovering bodies, amid reports that the building had been weakened by earlier Israeli attacks.