Times of India

Australian cricket legends Allan Border and Matthew Hayden were critical of Australia's handling of Virat Kohli during India's dominant win in the first Test in Perth. Border expressed disappointment in Australia's approach, while Hayden pointed out flaws in field placements and tactical decisions, stressing the need for better strategies against India's batting lineup.

Australia has enacted a nationwide ban on social media for those under 16, aimed at protecting young people's mental health. The law mandates age verification, imposes hefty fines for non-compliance, and provides a one-year implementation period for platforms like Facebook and Instagram to adapt.

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating Raj Kundra, husband of actress Shilpa Shetty, for alleged money laundering connected to adult content production distributed via mobile apps. Kundra and his associates' properties, including Shetty's, are being searched. The investigation also involves allegations linking Kundra to Bitcoin fraud. Authorities claim Kundra used illicit funds to purchase and later transfer a property to Shetty.

In a joint operation, the Indian Navy and Sri Lankan Navy seized approximately 500kg of crystal methamphetamine from two boats in the Arabian Sea. This operation follows India's Coast Guard's record-breaking seizure of 5.5 tonnes of methamphetamine from a Myanmar fishing boat in the Andaman Sea earlier this week.

New Zealand's Glenn Phillips made a spectacular one-handed catch during the 1st Test against England at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. Phillips' acrobatic effort at gully broke a strong 151-run partnership between Harry Brook and Ollie Pope. England had earlier bowled out New Zealand for 348 on the first day of the match.

Joe Root, one of England's top cricketers, reached a major milestone by playing his 150th Test match against New Zealand. Despite this achievement, Root was dismissed for a duck, joining an unfortunate club with Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting. Root's career includes 12,754 runs and 35 centuries, showcasing his consistency in Test cricket.

Iskcon clarifies it supports Chinmoy Krishna Das’s rights to peacefully advocate for protecting Hindus, despite his arrest in Bangladesh for sedition. The organization reaffirms support for Hindus' protection and peaceful coexistence, though Das does not officially represent ISKCON Bangladesh.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar compared India's foreign policy evolution with a cricket analogy, highlighting its shift from defensive to proactive against Pakistan. He spoke at the release of Mohinder Amarnath's memoir 'Fearless', praising Amarnath's cricket achievements and drawing parallels with India's pivotal role in international cricket post-1983 World Cup victory.

Shubman Gill, recovering from a thumb fracture, was seen practicing in Canberra ahead of the pink-ball Test against Australia. Gill's performance, especially his solid defence, looked promising. Meanwhile, India captain Rohit Sharma is expected to feature in the two-day warm-up game against Prime Minister's XI. The second Test against Australia begins on December 6.

Prithvi Shaw, a promising Indian cricketer, remained unsold at the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah. Once regarded as a standout talent, Shaw's inconsistent performance and fitness issues led to his release by Delhi Capitals. DC co-owner Parth Jindal believes Shaw needs to refocus on his fitness and passion for cricket to regain his former stature.

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, surged in trade on Friday a day after plunging sharply. While the BSE Sensex moved up over 700 points, Nifty50 reclaimed 24,100.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk celebrated Thanksgiving with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago resort, enjoying the festivities including dancing to YMCA along with Trump and his family. Musk also interacted with actor Sylvester Stallone, discussing how the film Demolition Man predicted a 'crazy woke future' 30 years ago.

NASA has captured satellite images of hot lava from Iceland's recent volcanic eruption. The eruption, which began on November 20, has led to lava flows reaching the Blue Lagoon spa and the town of Grindavík, prompting evacuations. Experts warn that such eruptions could continue for decades.

Security measures have been increased around the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, after tensions escalated due to a violent incident during an ASI examination. The Rapid Action Force has been deployed, and a Judicial Inquiry Commission has been established. The Supreme Court will hear a plea regarding the issue on Friday.

Manifestation involves turning thoughts and goals into reality through focused intention and belief. Neurosurgeon James R. Doty suggests writing down, reading, and visualizing your goals repeatedly to embed them into your subconscious. Adding feeling to this process is crucial for it to impact the subconscious effectively, enhancing the success of your manifestations.

Mahayuti leaders Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the Maharashtra government formation. Although BJP aims to rehabilitate Fadnavis as CM, they also want Shinde as deputy CM to project unity and minimize reliance on Ajit Pawar.

Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw dismissed reports of delays in Vande Bharat sleeper train production due to design issues, clarifying the real cause was the Russian firm's limited experience with larger trains. Vaishnaw assured that the Indian Railways' needs for 16 to 24-coach trains were clearly communicated and production will commence soon.

Japan’s biggest banks, including Mizuho, Sumitomo Mitsui, and Mitsubishi UFJ, plan to maintain their support for Adani Group despite US bribery charges. In contrast, other global firms like Barclays are reassessing their exposure due to reputational risk concerns. Adani Group denies the allegations, reinforcing its stance with investors.

Indian consular officials in Canada have been subjected to audio and video surveillance, with their private communications intercepted. India lodged a strong protest with Canada, citing violation of diplomatic provisions. Tensions between India and Canada escalated following diplomat expulsions and accusations related to the killing of a Sikh separatist on Canadian soil.

India’s promising tour to Australia sees the emergence of 21-year-old allrounder Nitish Reddy. Debuting in the Test series, Nitish impressed with his batting and fearless attitude, drawing comparisons to Hardik Pandya. Despite challenges, his dedication and early achievements signal a bright future for Indian cricket.