Times of India

Elon Musk criticized former X CEO Parag Agrawal for lack of productivity, leading to his dismissal after Musk's acquisition. Musk's Department of Government Efficiency ordered federal employees to justify their work weekly, sparking backlash and union opposition, emphasizing the tension with the Trump administration.

US President Donald Trump has declared the intention to impose reciprocal tariffs on countries, including India and China, to create fair trade conditions. This move follows Trump's discussions with India's PM Modi, and aims to replicate the tariff policies of US trading partners to establish a balanced trade environment.

Andrew Wilkinson questioned the high pricing of DocuSign, sparking responses about bloated SaaS costs. Zoho's Sridhar Vembu criticized DocuSign for overpricing and suggested evaluating vendors' sales versus R&D expenses as a cost-saving measure, asserting that enterprises won't always pay high brand premiums.

Harbhajan Singh expressed disappointment over the current state of Pakistan cricket, noting a lack of unity and match-winners compared to their teams before 2011-12. Shahid Afridi agreed, stating a need for consistent performers. Both discussed this ahead of the India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy, highlighting India's superiority.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and his partner, Oliver Mulherin, welcomed their first child, a baby boy, who is currently in the NICU. Altman reflected on the emotional experience of fatherhood and received congratulations from notable figures like Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella.

Josh Inglis scored an unbeaten 120 as Australia chased down 352, the highest in Champions Trophy history, to beat England. Inglis hit the winning six, securing victory in 47.3 overs. Ben Duckett's record-breaking 165 powered England to 351/8. India and Pakistan face off in a crucial match in Dubai on Sunday.

US President Donald Trump disclosed that Apple CEO Tim Cook plans to shift manufacturing from Mexico to the US and will invest hundreds of millions of dollars. He mentioned that Cook will soon announce details, partly to avoid tariffs as a result of the US-China trade dispute.

Connor McDavid's game-winning goal secured Canada’s victory in the 4 Nations Face-Off final against the USA. Despite Auston Matthews' strong performance with three points, the USA couldn't eclipse Canada. The match showcased intense competition, with both teams demonstrating near-equal skill levels.

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.