Times of India

Amidst speculation about the next chief minister following the Mahayuti alliance's resounding victory in the Maharashtra assembly elections, BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar affirmed that the decision will be made without haste. He emphasized that the chief minister will come from the alliance and dismissed rumors of internal conflict, comparing the alliance partners to the iconic friendship in the film 'Sholay'.

The IPL 2025 mega auction unfolded in Jeddah over two days on 24 and 25 November, with teams picking from a shortlist of 577 players. Lucknow Super Giants made history, securing Rishabh Pant for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore. Shreyas Iyer also commanded a high price at Rs 26.75 crore. Remarkably, 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi joined Rajasthan Royals.

Maharashtra's CM post remains undecided. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis says discussions are ongoing. The BJP leader will meet with senior leaders. The Mahayuti alliance is working to resolve the impasse. A decision is expected soon. Fadnavis assures an announcement will be made shortly.

NFL stars Jason Kelce and Lane Johnson surprised fans with a WrestleMania 40 appearance, even training for the event. Kelce, a lifelong wrestling enthusiast, revealed his preparation on The Rich Eisen Show. While he enjoys Taylor Swift's concerts and has her support for tickets, he declines fan requests. Kelce's wrestling future remains open after his NFL retirement.

Kolkata Knight Riders bought back Venkatesh Iyer for a whopping Rs 23.75 crore. They outbid Royal Challengers Bangalore in a fierce bidding war. KKR sees Iyer as a potential captain. He was a key player in their 2024 title win. Iyer's batting prowess and leadership qualities make him a valuable asset. KKR believes he is worth the investment.

Andhra Pradesh deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan condemned the arrest of Iskcon priest Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh, urging collective action and intervention from Bangladesh's interim leader Muhammad Yunus and the UN. Kalyan highlighted India's historical support for Bangladesh and expressed concern over the targeting of Hindus.

An IIT Bombay student lost over Rs 7 lakh in a digital arrest scam. Fraudsters posed as TRAI and police officials. They made false money laundering accusations. The student was tricked into transferring money via UPI and sharing bank details.

Indian fast bowler Umran Malik expresses excitement about joining Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for IPL 2025 after being acquired for Rs 75 lakh. Recovered from injuries and focused on improving his game, Malik aims to secure a spot in the Indian team through strong IPL performance. During his time at SRH, Umran learned from pace legend Dale Steyn and shared the dressing room with seasoned campaigners like Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Marco Jansen, and Pat Cummins.

Deadly clashes erupted in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, during a court-ordered ASI survey of the Jama Masjid, leaving five dead and numerous injured. Police have filed an FIR against Samajwadi Party MP Zia-ur-Rahman Barq and an MLA's son, accusing them of inciting violence. The accused allegedly provoked the mob, leading to attacks on police and disruption of the survey.

Royal Challengers Bangalore finalized their 22-member squad for the upcoming IPL season. Retaining Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal before the auction, RCB invested heavily in Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma and Josh Hazlewood. The revamped squad aims to secure their first Indian Premier League title.

The IPL 2025 mega auction witnessed record-breaking bids. Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player ever, acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 27 crore. Shreyas Iyer followed closely at Rs 26.75 crore, joining Punjab Kings. Venkatesh Iyer returned to Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 23.75 crore, expressing his readiness to lead the team.

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened flat in trade on Wednesday. While BSE Sensex was above 80,000, Nifty50 was near 24,180.

A 17-year-old tribal girl in Chhattisgarh was repeatedly gang-raped by four government officials, including her school's principal, headmaster, and a teacher, along with a forest ranger. The assaults were filmed and used to blackmail the victim. Police have arrested all four accused and are investigating the possibility of others involved.

Thirteen-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi, from a small village in Bihar, has landed a record-breaking Rs 1.10 crore deal with Rajasthan Royals in the IPL auction. His father, Sanjeev, a farmer and part-time journalist, learned of the news from his son, currently playing for India's U19 team in Dubai.

Feeling excessively cold could be more than just winter's chill. Your body might be signaling nutrient deficiencies. Feeling colder than others isn’t always a matter of personal tolerance—it could be a sign that your body lacks the nutrients it needs to stay warm. Ensuring your diet includes these nutrients can make a noticeable difference in how your body responds to cold temperatures.

Violence erupted in Jiribam, Manipur. The Centre and state governments launched combing operations to catch the culprits. The National Investigation Agency will investigate the killings. The government considers lifting the Armed Forces Special Powers Act in some areas. A missing person case is under investigation. The chief minister urges calm and cooperation.

The Adani Group has denied bribery allegations leveled by the US Department of Justice and the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Adani Green Energy Ltd clarified that its executives, including Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani, and Vneet Jaain, were not charged with FCPA violations but face charges related to securities and wire fraud.

Five doctors from Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences, Saifai, were killed in a road accident on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway. Their vehicle collided with a truck early Wednesday morning while returning from a wedding in Lucknow. One passenger survived and is receiving treatment. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences and directed an on-site assessment.

Indian-American scientist Jay Bhattacharya, a staunch critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates, has been tapped by former US President Donald Trump to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor, will partner with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump's HHS nominee. This marks Trump's first Indian-American nomination for a senior role.

Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional pace bowling stats have sparked debate about his place among India's all-time greats, particularly in comparison to Kapil Dev. While Bumrah's current numbers are impressive, experts like Sunil Gavaskar and former players emphasize Kapil's achievements in a less supportive era.