Times of India

Rahul Dravid, former Indian cricket team coach, was involved in a minor collision with an auto rickshaw on Cunningham Road in Bengaluru. A video surfaced showing a verbal disagreement between Dravid and the auto driver, though no physical altercations occurred. Despite the tense moment, both parties engaged in a discussion without lodging formal complaints.

A girls-only residential school in Koppal, North Karnataka, faces scrutiny after an inspection revealed unsafe and unhygienic toilet conditions, with missing doors. The head teacher, Kasturi Badiger, is facing suspension for misuse of government funds and not providing essential supplies to the students. The deputy director ordered her suspension for violating safety protocols and financial mismanagement.

US President Trump voiced dissatisfaction over Afghanistan's situation and the Taliban's resurgence post-withdrawal. He proposed the US take over Gaza to transform it into a desirable location. Despite facing criticism, Trump emphasized the need for Palestinians to vacate the region. His comments reflect his ongoing interest in US foreign policy in the Middle East.

President Trump's proposal to take over Gaza, resettle Palestinians in neighboring Arab countries, and rebuild it into an economic hub has drawn international condemnation. His comments have sparked concerns about potential ethnic cleansing and violations of international law, marking a significant departure from traditional US policy. The proposal faces immense legal and diplomatic hurdles.

A Mumbai court has granted actor Kangana Ranaut one final opportunity to appear before issuing a non-bailable warrant in Javed Akhtar's defamation case. Akhtar's lawyer sought the warrant due to her repeated absences, despite nearly 40 scheduled court dates. Ranaut cited parliamentary commitments for her absence. The legal dispute began in 2020, with mediation still pending.

Delhi's 70-member assembly election sees over 1.5 crore voters choosing from 699 candidates. AAP, BJP, and Congress promise welfare schemes while targeting the significant Poorvanchali vote share. Rigorous security with 60,000 personnel ensures a fair poll at 13,766 booths. Voting runs 7 AM to 6 PM, with counting set post-poll closure.