Times of India

Kash Patel is set to lead the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) following his nomination as the FBI chief, confirmed by a narrow vote despite opposition from two Republican Senators. His appointment comes after Attorney General Pam Bondi dismissed ATF General Counsel Pamela Hicks on Thursday.

A knife attack in Mulhouse, eastern France on Saturday, has left one civilian dead and two police officers seriously injured. President Emmanuel Macron described the incident as an 'Islamist terror act.' The 37-year-old suspect, on a terror prevention watchlist, was arrested. An investigation into the terrorist enterprise is under way.

India face a grudge match against Pakistan in the upcoming game, with memories of the 2017 Champions Trophy final still vivid. The conditions in Dubai are favorable for India, who have a strong spin lineup, while Pakistan's pace attack is less formidable without Mohammed Amir. India's form and conditions make Pakistan the clear underdogs.

Veteran cricketers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli look to bolster their already impressive records against Pakistan in their upcoming encounters. With their careers nearing the end, the duo aims to make a significant impact and achieve greatness once more in white-ball cricket.

Elon Musk has issued a directive for federal employees to report their weekly productivity via email, following President Donald Trump's orders. Non-compliance will be considered as resignation. The move aims to enhance government efficiency, but has faced criticism from the American Federation of Government Employees for being disrespectful and harsh.

US President Trump criticized USAID's $18 million funding to aid India's elections, questioning why such efforts aren’t made to boost voter turnout in the US. Trump also raised concerns about high tariffs on US goods and alleged misuse of funds in other countries like Bangladesh and Nepal.

India, coming off a strong win against Bangladesh, faces Pakistan in a crucial Champions Trophy match. With Shubman Gill in exceptional form and Mohammed Shami regaining his prowess, India seems poised for victory. Pakistan, struggling with key injuries and a recent loss to New Zealand, must win this game to stay in the tournament.

New Delhi's newly sworn-in ministers conducted surprise inspections and urged officials to expedite delayed projects. Public Works Department Minister Parvesh Verma emphasized completing the Barapullah flyover extension and addressing repeated road diggings, while Education Minister Ashish Sood and Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh criticized poor conditions in their respective areas.

A law student was arrested for his involvement in a celebratory firing that killed a two-year-old boy during a wedding procession in Noida. The student, Happy Singh, is the second arrest after lawyer Deepanshu. Police are investigating whose bullet was responsible for the boy's death.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar addressed concerns regarding statements by the Trump administration suggesting foreign interference in Indian elections, with US President Trump questioning USAID's $21 million allotment to boost voter turnout. Jaishankar assured that the government is investigating the issue and stressed the need for transparency if any wrongdoing is discovered.

President Trump commented on a purported $21 million USAID allocation to boost voter turnout in India, suggesting potential interference. He previously implied this was a kickback during the Biden administration. Trump's claims are often marked by exaggerations and misleading information, including about India's trade surplus.

Former RBI governor Shaktikanta Das has been appointed as principal secretary-2 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a newly created post. His appointment is co-terminus with the PM's term and reflects his success during demonetisation and the COVID-19 lockdown.

A portion of the tunnel roof at Srisailam Left Bank Canal in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district collapsed, trapping eight workers inside. The accident occurred due to a sudden leakage of water and soil. Rescue operations are ongoing with help from the National Disaster Response Force and Army teams being mobilized.

At least six individuals are dead, and 78 injured after the roof of the Real Plaza Trujillo shopping mall in Peru collapsed on Friday night. The mall has been closed by the city’s mayor due to imminent risk, and inspections of other shopping centers will be conducted.

Mahbabul Haque, chancellor of a private university and head of a foundation that runs schools in Assam, was arrested over alleged irregularities in CBSE exams at one of his schools. Several teachers, including the principal, were also detained. Authorities had been monitoring the situation for a while.

The Centre is determined to implement the three-language policy under NEP 2020, despite Tamil Nadu's opposition, emphasizing states' flexibility in language choice. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reassures that no language will be imposed, urging Tamil Nadu to reconsider its stance for broader educational benefits.

Congress intensified its counter-attack on the USAID funding controversy, demanding PM Modi respond to Donald Trump's allegation of receiving $21 million to influence Indian elections. Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera questioned Modi and demanded a white paper on funds received from developmental agencies. The party also called for legal action against RSS-BJP for spreading lies.

The CDSCO's latest inspections revealed that 84 batches of commonly used drugs, including steroids and cholesterol reducers, did not meet quality standards. The apex body regularly identifies and removes such drugs from the market to ensure safety. New guidelines for sample collection have been introduced to streamline the process.

A Dausa high-security jail inmate, serving a life sentence for child sexual assault, was arrested for threatening to kill Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma in the third such threat within a year. Authorities seized a mobile phone from the inmate and launched an inquiry into how it was obtained.

The Centre has introduced a new rule simplifying the import procedure for pet dogs and cats, allowing pet owners to obtain a 'no objection certificate' (NOC) round the clock at the port of entry. This eliminates previous hassles by allowing owners to receive an advance NOC through email submission of required documents.