Times of India

In a contentious property dispute in Montana, a couple found themselves at odds after their marriage dissolved. The husband poured approximately $955,000 into their shared home, though it was registered solely in the wife's name. Ultimately, the Montana Supreme Court favored the husband, underscoring the significance of financial contributions over title ownership in divorce settlements.

Over two decades, a Chicago family's backyard has transformed into a vibrant miniature railway town. What began as a modest garden endeavor blossomed into a captivating landscape filled with elaborate buildings and model trains. Despite initial worries about sacrificing garden space, family members embraced the hobby, turning their yard into a destination for train enthusiasts, while inspiring younger generations to explore the joys of model railroading.

Ukraine anticipates enhanced military and financial assistance from the United States after the midterm elections. Foreign minister Andrii Sybiha expressed hope for new dynamics and support from the incoming Democratic majority. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledged the Democrats' vocal backing of Ukraine since their election success. This shift in power could enable legislation favoring aid to Ukraine despite previous limitations.

A 63-year-old woman in the UK has received a suspended prison sentence after smearing faeces into her husband's mouth during an argument at their £1 million farmhouse. Alison Moore had threatened to make him eat it before carrying out the attack. The judge described the act as a 'gratuitous degradation' of the victim.

Florida voters have given a green light to Amendment 3, a game-changing overhaul of property tax laws in the state. This will greatly enhance the homestead exemption, tripling it and providing crucial tax relief to average homeowners. However, for the ultra-wealthy with sprawling estates, the advantages of the exemption will seem rather insignificant.

Under Taliban governance since August 2021, Afghanistan is grappling with severe rollbacks in women's rights and education. Over 2.6 million girls are deprived of secondary school education, and women's public engagement is significantly curtailed. The international community is alarmed by these developments, as restrictions on women’s employment further hinder access to healthcare. A report by UNESCO and UNICEF emphasizes the urgent decline in educational standards among Afghan youth.

Jaypal Malviya announced his talent by winning a silver medal at the ISSF World Championships. His performance earned India its first shooting quota for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Malviya had qualified for the final in third place and showed resilience during tense moments. He previously made a mark by winning gold in national trials and has since equipped himself for future competitions.

Anthropic has launched Smart Reports to enhance visibility into workplace usage of Claude tools for managers. This feature provides insights into work performed by teams and the associated costs related to those activities. Managers can access these reports but need to enable specific settings to view individual user data. Privacy safeguards are in place to protect sensitive topics from being revealed in reports.

The latest rally has extended the market's winning streak to six consecutive sessions. During this period, the Sensex has gained 6,063.98 points, or 8.27%, while the Nifty has advanced 1,837.75 points, which is an increase of 8%. Despite the recent recovery, the Nifty50 and Sensex remain down 6.1% and 6.9%, respectively, in 2026.

In a shocking incident in Kochi, Kadavanthra Police detained two film actors for their alleged involvement in the assault of a doctor. The doctor was tricked into visiting an apartment under the guise of urgent medical help, where he was accused of administering narcotics and assaulting one of the actor's relatives. Ultimately, the doctor was attacked, and items valued at Rs 3.

India's hockey team clinched an impressive victory, capturing the men's Asian Champions Trophy against Japan. Despite falling behind initially, the players rallied to turn the tide, with Shilanand Lakra, Dilpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh, and Vivek Sagar Prasad each scoring vital goals. Japan's early lead was met with India's unwavering spirit, culminating in the team's sixth title in the tournament's history.

A 16-year-old girl in Ballia intervened to stop her arranged marriage to a 25-year-old man. The girl contacted the Child Helpline, revealing her underage status and impending wedding. Officials, accompanied by local police, assisted in counseling her family regarding the legal ramifications of child marriage. After discussions, both families agreed to cancel the wedding and signed undertakings to comply with the law.

Dickens wrote of the spring of hope and the winter of despair as two seasons belonging to the same age. The American electorate witnessed both in November 2026. Mamdani chose hope. Ramaswamy chose despair. And the results suggested which had proved more persuasive.

Prithvi Shaw scored an unbeaten 53 runs to guide Maharashtra to a 10-wicket win over Bengal. After shifting from Mumbai, he enjoys leading Maharashtra in the Ranji Trophy match. Shaw emphasised the importance of focusing on immediate tasks rather than thinking ahead about his return to the national team. He expressed confidence in achieving big runs with more consistent performances in forthcoming innings.

India is reportedly nearing a new defense deal with the Philippines for almost 60 BrahMos missiles. The potential agreement is estimated to be worth between $700 million to $800 million. Manila's interest comes as the country seeks to modernize its military and enhance coastal defenses against China. Philippine officials have conveyed their intention to acquire additional BrahMos missile systems from India.

Three significant works from India's literary heritage have been added to Unesco's Memory of the World Regional Register. Kalhana's 'Rajatarangini', the 'Mahabharata', and Kautilya's 'Arthashastra' received this recognition recently. These inscriptions reflect various aspects of India's intellectual traditions, including historical writing and governance. This announcement follows India's previous regional register recognitions in 2024 for other literary works. The initiative aims to preserve and digitise India's manuscript heritage for future generations.