Times of India

The Karnataka high court reduced a woman's alimony from Rs 2 crore to Rs 50 lakh. It upheld the divorce, citing cruelty and marital breakdown between the couple. The court also ordered the former husband to pay Rs 50,000 monthly for their two children. Evidence was assessed by looking at the marriage as a whole, not isolated incidents. The judgment reflects the court's consideration of financial security and parties' circumstances.

The lawyer for accused driver Kalyan Bainsla stated bikers were racing and performing stunts. He argued the Golf Course Road incident was a case of negligence, not hit-and-run. Police arrested Bainsla and added an attempt-to-murder charge to the FIR after a video went viral. Bainsla, a gym owner, denied deliberately hitting the woman biker. The lawyer claimed both parties were at fault in the high-speed collision.

India's recent missile defence trials demonstrate significant advancements in its capabilities. These tests validated the nation's ability to intercept various aerial threats effectively. Russia's S-500 Prometheus system offers advanced capabilities against ballistic missiles. India is developing its own Ballistic Missile Defence apparatus to counter modern threats. This progress places India among nations with advanced missile defence systems.

As of late June, Operation Epic Fury has drained approximately $33.4 billion from the US military budget. The extensive use of heavy munitions has led to critical inventory shortages and production delays. In response, the Pentagon is hastening its manufacturing efforts while also reinforcing supply chains to replenish essential defenses.

China's spy agency has issued a new alert regarding generative AI threats. These threats include attacks on cyber defenses and sensitive data. Meanwhile, US tech leaders like Elon Musk and Sam Altman support slowing AI development. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warned about AI becoming harder to understand. These differing perspectives highlight global concerns about advanced artificial intelligence.

Sethuraman Panchanathan, an Indian American engineer and former NSF director, has been named the 2026 recipient of the National Academy of Engineering’s Arthur M. Bueche Award. He is the first Indian American and Arizonan to receive the honour, which recognises his work in science, technology policy, translational research and expanding opportunities nationwide.

Athens is set to unveil Ellinikon Park, a visionary urban greening initiative built on a repurposed airport lot. This expansive project seeks to offer city dwellers a refreshing escape with lush greenery and water features designed to effectively reduce temperatures. By incorporating recycled materials and native flora, the park aims to lessen its ecological footprint. The grand opening for this much-anticipated oasis is planned for next year.

The Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal and Divyenndu-led crime drama, 'Mirzapur The Movie' continues its theatrical journey with the crime franchise’s big-screen adaptation maintaining a strong cumulative total at the domestic box office on Day 12. With the film now approaching the Rs. 200 crore India net mark, the next few days could determine whether it manages to achieve the milestone. The film’s worldwide earnings have also received support from overseas markets, taking its global gross closer to the Rs. 275 crore mark.

Umar Kremlev, a Russian businessman with connections to Vladimir Putin, funded the lavish after-party for Donald Trump Jr's wedding. Both Trump Jr and his partner Bettina Anderson took to Instagram to acknowledge Kremlev's extravagant generosity. ProPublica revealed that Kremlev spent hundreds of thousands on the festive weekend, though the couple clarified there’s no political motivation behind their friendship.

Gold remains under corrective pressure after the sharp rejection from the recent Rs 164,000–166,000 zone, with prices currently trading near Rs 151,000.

The Bharatiya Janata Party nominated Hansirani Rath for the Nandigram assembly seat bypoll. She is the mother of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's late personal assistant. The Nandigram seat was vacated by Adhikari after he won both constituencies. The Rejinagar seat bypoll candidate is former district BJP president Sarkar. Polling for these by-elections is scheduled for October sixth.

The AO invoked the Explanation to Section 73 and consequently refused to allow the loss to be set off against the taxpayer’s regular business income. The assessment relied on the Delhi High Court ruling in CIT v. DLF Commercial Developers Ltd.

In a significant turn of events, Gurgaon Police have apprehended a car driver, intensifying charges against him with an attempt-to-murder offense. This decision came after thorough examination of CCTV footage that captured the alarming incident, which had sparked viral outrage on social media. Investigators have also invoked Section 109 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in the FIR, while police caution against vigilante justice.

After struggling with competitive exams, Harshit Sanguri now dedicates his life to teaching nine children at a remote school in Nainital. His journey involves walking through forests to reach them, bringing shoes and clothes to support their education. His own challenging experiences in school fuel his understanding and care for each student.

Two young friends from New Jersey died after being hit by a subway train in NYC. Malaika Chitre and Navam Kaul were sitting on the tracks early Sunday morning. Investigators are exploring multiple theories regarding their presence on the tracks. Possible factors include an attempt to help a friend or intoxication. The medical examiner has not yet released an official determination.

A growing number of housing developments are running past their scheduled completion dates, leading to frequent regulatory extensions that lack a guarantee of timely delivery. MahaRERA's data highlights a substantial volume of these extensions processed annually. Developers often tout impressive completion figures while still pending crucial approvals. The oversight framework fails to secure buyer possession effectively, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the system.

Tirunelveli police arrested a biryani shop owner on Saturday. The owner allegedly displayed a banner showing Lord Ganesha eating biryani. A complainant alleged the banner insulted Hindu religious sentiments. Police initiated an inquiry and made the arrest under relevant law. The shop owner was taken into custody following the complaint.

Tanks have undergone significant transformation, evolving from basic trench-crossing vehicles to critical components of combined-arms warfare. In World War Two, they became the backbone of armored formations, while Cold War innovations led to the development of main battle tanks for vast combat scenarios. Today, amidst modern warfare complexities involving drones and precision anti-tank weaponry, tanks are utilized effectively at smaller unit levels, providing essential firepower and infantry support.

Debris believed to be a Chinese-made DF-15A ballistic missile booster was found in Yemen. Open-source analysts identified the component and attributed it to Saudi Arabia's military. This discovery occurs amid intensified fighting and increased missile attacks in the region. The DF-15A is a solid-fuelled short-range ballistic missile with a significant range. Saudi Arabia has not officially confirmed operating this specific Chinese missile system.