Times of India

A 10-year-old girl died by suicide after teachers accused her of theft. She was allegedly beaten and publicly shamed by two teachers at her school. The child's father filed a complaint, and police registered an FIR against the educators. An internal probe has also been initiated by the local education department. Further legal action will depend on the ongoing investigation and post-mortem report.

Fast bowler Ashok Sharma made his international debut for India against Zimbabwe. He dedicated this significant career milestone to his elder brother's sacrifice. Sharma's journey highlights perseverance and family support in pursuing cricket dreams. His rapid rise followed strong domestic performances and IPL success. The young pacer received his maiden India cap from bowling coach Sunil Joshi.

The DMRC has closed 17 metro stations in central Delhi from 7.30am Friday until further notice due to security concerns amid ongoing CJP protests at Jantar Mantar. While interchange facilities remain operational at key stations, commuters have been advised to plan alternate routes as heightened security and restrictions continue in the area.

Delhi Police identified and blocked over 400 Pakistani social media handles. These accounts are spreading misinformation and rumors amid ongoing protests. The same handles were active during Operation Sindoor and aim to provoke people. Police urged citizens, especially students, not to fall for fake content. Delhi Police respects citizens' right to peaceful protest and fact-checking.

IndiGo has proposed commitments to the Competition Commission of India. These proposals aim to address concerns over past flight disruptions and unfair practices. The airline will establish a crisis management group and a passenger grievance mechanism. IndiGo also offered to temporarily hand over airport slots during major disruptions. The CCI is now seeking public comments on these proposed commitments.

Lisha has sent the email to officials of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), Cycling Federation of India (CFI), Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) and the Sports Ministry.

In an encouraging update, Tyreek Hill shared his journey of recovery following a significant leg injury that involved two surgeries. Doctors had reservations about his future walking ability, but Hill's latest video highlights his impressive progress and optimistic mindset towards recovery and strength. He reportedly intends to announce his comeback plans at a time he deems appropriate.

Sachin Tendulkar urged society to uphold hard work and meritocracy amid NEET exam protests. He stressed that adults must shape a culture valuing effort over shortcuts. Students' disappointment over unrewarded hard work is understandable and should be addressed. Other cricketers like Shikhar Dhawan and Mohammad Kaif also voiced concerns. They called for fair resolutions and an end to student mistreatment during protests.

The AI infrastructure race has turned a quiet Pennsylvania farming community into one of the country's hottest real estate markets. As 96 families sold 1,700 acres for a combined $586 million to a Blackstone-backed data center developer, David and Marilee Kiliti received over $22 million for their 89-acre hog farm. The unexpected windfall has allowed the family to clear debts, make new investments and completely transform their future.

US President Trump linked the Saudi nuclear deal to Abraham Accords normalization. This condition was not previously stated when the agreement was unveiled. Saudi Arabia maintains its stance on Palestinian statehood progress. The deal faces scrutiny in Congress and among critics. This move complicates diplomatic efforts and future negotiations.

Approximately 470 million years ago, ancient mollusc shells started to serve as habitats for small sea creatures, initiating a profound ecological transformation across global ocean ecosystems. These empty shells offered safe havens and surfaces for tiny marine animals to cling to, with their shapes playing crucial roles in determining the size and variety of these diverse communities, an ancient behavior that laid the groundwork for today's oceanic life.

Putul Sonowal achieved a sensational upset against the reigning world champion in lawn bowls. Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh also survived a thriller in the Women's Pairs event. Sonowal showed remarkable composure to defeat a decorated Canadian opponent in his debut. The Indian women's pair secured victory after a tense tie-break against Malta. These wins have raised hopes for India's lawn bowls campaign at the games.

Premium petrol grades will continue to be ethanol-free for consumers. The government has no plans to reintroduce lower ethanol blends like E0 or E10. Current ethanol blending in regular petrol will remain at twenty percent. No widespread adverse impacts have been reported from E20 fuel usage. Future decisions on higher blending will follow extensive studies and consultations.