Times of India

Two youths from Rajpura in Patiala district, deported by the US among 116 individuals, were arrested at Amritsar airport for their involvement in a 2023 murder case. The suspects, Sandeep Singh alias Sunny and Pradeep Singh, were immediately taken into custody upon arrival on Saturday night.

French President Emmanuel Macron has called for an emergency meeting of European leaders to discuss the actions of US President Donald Trump. This meeting will be held on Monday in Paris. The aim is to address recent moves by Trump that have raised concerns about his influence on European security and Nato.

Mumbai Indians coach Charlotte Edwards expressed concern over contentious run-out decisions that influenced their narrow defeat to Delhi Capitals. Several disputed umpiring calls, involving the LED stumps, resulted in three D.C. players being ruled not out. Edwards emphasised the impact of these decisions on the game’s outcome, while praising Shikha Pandey’s performance in limiting MI’s score.

A tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station has resulted in the death of 18 individuals following a crowd surge of passengers heading to Maha Kumbh. Victims' belongings were scattered across the premises, while rescue efforts ensued. Compensation for victims and their families has been announced by the Railways.

US Vice President JD Vance faced criticism after comparing Elon Musk to Greta Thunberg at the Munich Security Conference, sparking backlash from German officials. Vance emphasized internal threats to European democracy and criticized immigration policies, referencing a recent attack in Munich. President Trump backed Vance, highlighting concerns over free speech and immigration in Europe.

Vance’s speech at the conference shifted focus away from expected discussions on Ukraine and NATO defense policies. Instead, he criticized European nations for suppressing free speech and urged them to remove barriers preventing far-right parties from joining government. His remarks were widely condemned by European leaders.

The Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk announced major spending cuts, including canceling $21 million for increasing voter turnout in India. Other cancellations include $29 million for political strengthening in Bangladesh and $40 million for a gender equality hub. These actions align with DOGE's mission to cut 'wasteful' spending, but have sparked controversy.

A pickup truck transporting chickens overturned on the Lucknow-Agra Expressway, leading to chaos as locals scrambled to take the poultry. The injured driver and cleaner were initially ignored. The incident, captured on camera and shared on social media, prompted debate and swift action by authorities, who restored order and began investigating the looting.

At least 18 people have died and many were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. The incident occurred due to a crowd rush as passengers boarded trains for Prayagraj. Prominent figures, including President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi, expressed their condolences while the opposition criticized the government's management.

Elon Musk's father, Errol Musk, criticized Elon for being a neglectful father, citing over-reliance on nannies in raising his children. Errol attributed the lack of parental involvement to the children's inability to handle basic tasks and suggested it might contribute to personal challenges.

A disastrous stampede at New Delhi railway station led to 15 deaths, including three children, and several injuries as thousands gathered to catch trains. The chaos began around 9.45pm on Saturday when large crowds amassed on platforms 13 and 14, exacerbated by delayed trains and crowded ticket sales.

Australian cricket star Steve Smith expressed confidence that spinner Matt Kuhnemann will pass biomechanical tests on his bowling action despite being reported during a Test match against Sri Lanka. Despite surprise and confusion from Australian officials, Kuhnemann is set to undergo testing within 10 days and remains eligible for domestic cricket.

Salman Ali Agha, vice-captain of the Pakistan cricket team, highlights the significance of winning the Champions Trophy over simply beating India. He expresses confidence in Pakistan's ability to secure the title. Acknowledging the excitement of the India-Pakistan clash, Salman emphasises focusing on the bigger goal of lifting the Champions Trophy.

Former Goa MLA Lavoo Mamledar died in Karnataka's Belagavi after being assaulted by autorickshaw driver Amirsuhil Shakilsab Sanadi during a road rage incident. The altercation occurred when Mamledar's car brushed against the autorickshaw, leading to a heated argument and subsequent physical assault. Sanadi has been arrested and jailed.

Leader of opposition Partap Singh Bajwa criticizes Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for his failure to curb human trafficking. As Indian deportees from the US land in Amritsar, Bajwa questions the efficacy of the Punjab Prevention of Human Smuggling Act, 2012, and BJP criticizes Mann's government for inefficiency.

Arsenal's Mikel Merino scored twice in the final minutes to secure a 2-0 win over Leicester, narrowing the gap with Premier League leaders Liverpool. Meanwhile, Omar Marmoush's hat-trick led Manchester City to a 4-0 victory against Newcastle. Other notable results included wins for Bournemouth, Everton, and Brentford, while Nottingham Forest and Ipswich faced setbacks.

A court in Bulandshahr, UP has reprimanded police for failing to file a chargesheet in a 26-year-old murder case despite having sufficient evidence and arresting the accused. The lapse, discovered during a separate arms Act case hearing, allowed the accused to live freely for decades. An inquiry has been ordered into the negligence.

As the threat from hostile drones rises, the Indian Army seeks nine more indigenous drone detection systems, while the IAF targets advanced anti-drone technologies including kamikaze and micro munitions-based systems. India lags in developing these technologies domestically, with the DRDO working on higher power DEWs and collaborations with foreign firms. Immediate advancements are crucial.