Times of India

Team India announced its squad for the ICC Champions Trophy and ODI series against England, excluding right-arm seamer Mohammed Siraj despite his recent regular appearances. Captain Rohit Sharma cited the need for bowlers effective across all phases, prioritising Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Arshdeep Singh. Uncertainty remains over Bumrah's fitness, with Harshit Rana temporarily replacing him.

Aman Jaiswal's untimely death left fans and co-stars devastated. Hritik Yadav, his colleague from Dhartiputra Nandini, detailed the accident and futile medical efforts to save Aman. He expressed deep sorrow about Aman's young age and the unimaginable loss for his family.

Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the first two ODIs against England due to a back spasm, with Harshit Rana named as his replacement. Bumrah's participation in the Champions Trophy is still uncertain, and his fitness status will be confirmed in early February.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlights India's efforts to rebuild regional relationships post-partition, taking a strong stance against Pakistan's support for cross-border terrorism. He emphasizes ongoing efforts to resolve India-China border issues, importance of India-Russia economic cooperation, and advocacy for dialogue in the Ukraine conflict.

Jasprit Bumrah has been named in India's squad for the Champions Trophy, but his participation remains uncertain due to a back spasm. Chairman Ajit Agarkar mentioned Harshit Rana will join the team for the ODIs against England as Bumrah might miss at least two matches. Further clarity on Bumrah’s fitness is expected after his scans on February 2.

Despite his exceptional form in domestic cricket, Karun Nair has been left out of India’s Champions Trophy squad. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar highlighted the team's depth and competition for spots. Nair's remarkable performances in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, including five centuries, were not enough to secure him a place among the selected 15 players.

Delhi Police Crime Branch has arrested Chanderkant Jha, a serial killer known as the 'Butcher of Delhi,' who escaped on parole in 2023. Jha, convicted of multiple murders, targeted young migrants and dismembered their bodies. His capture follows exhaustive efforts by the authorities.

India has announced its 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy and ODIs against England, led by Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as vice-captain. Despite Jasprit Bumrah being named, his participation depends on his recovery. The squad features spinner-heavy choices and will begin their campaign on February 20. India, who have won the Champions Trophy twice, were runners-up in the last edition of the tournament in 2017.

A Kolkata court has found Sanjay Roy guilty in the RG Kar rape and murder case. Roy, a civic volunteer, maintains his innocence, alleging the involvement of an IPS officer. The 28-year-old PG medic's death ignited nationwide protests for justice. The sentencing will take place on Monday. The CBI investigation and subsequent chargesheet were prepared following the outcry.

Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas has lauded Google's Pixel 9 Pro, comparing its quality to that of the iPhone.

A 42-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, starting Sunday, aims to halt Gaza's conflict. The deal includes a significant prisoner-hostage exchange. Israel will release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in return for 33 Israeli hostages. Mediators will monitor compliance with the ceasefire terms, with hopes for long-term peace.

Delhi Police halted the screening of AAP's documentary Unbreakable, citing lack of permissions. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal claims BJP is behind the move due to fear of the film's content. The documentary covers AAP leaders going to jail. Delhi elections are set for February 5, with results on February 8.

A 77-year-old woman in Maharashtra’s Amravati district was brutally assaulted and humiliated on December 30 after being accused of practicing black magic by her neighbors. She was beaten, branded, forced to drink urine, and parade with a garland of slippers. The police are investigating the incident and any potential suppression by local authorities.

Arvind Kejriwal, during his campaign for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections, announced AAP’s plan to offer free electricity and water specifically for tenants if they win. Highlighting the current success of welfare programs, Kejriwal emphasized that tenants should also benefit from these schemes.

Mumbai police have recovered new CCTV footage from a mobile shop where Saif Ali Khan's alleged attacker bought headphones after stabbing the actor. The footage, taken about six hours after the incident, shows the attacker in a blue shirt with a backpack. Saif survived multiple injuries, including one near his spine, and is recovering well following surgery.

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is recovering after being stabbed at his Bandra home. He underwent surgery for multiple wounds, and doctors expect him to be discharged within days. Police are intensifying their search for the attacker, who remains at large. The incident has sparked concerns over public safety, with political leaders demanding stronger measures.

The Sealdah Court is set to announce the verdict on the RG Kar rape and murder case. The victim's father criticized the CBI for alleged flaws in the investigation. Sanjay Roy was arrested based on biological evidence, but questions remain about the involvement of others.

OpenAI has expressed condolences and pledged cooperation with authorities following the death of whistleblower Suchir Balaji, who accused the company of copyright infringement. Balaji's death, considered a suspected suicide, is now shrouded in mystery as his mother claims foul play. OpenAI stated they remain heartbroken and will not provide further comments out of respect.

Aakash Chopra is surprised by BCCI's new rule requiring players to travel together for matches and practices. He suggests the rule may have been introduced due to past misuse. The rule follows a review meeting after India's loss to Australia. Players must get permission to travel separately. Chopra stresses accountability for past exceptions.

Isro successfully demonstrated the restart capability of its Vikas liquid engine, crucial for future reusable rocket stages, by firing it for 60 seconds, shutting it off for 120 seconds, and restarting for 7 seconds. This test, conducted at the Isro Propulsion Complex, is part of ongoing efforts to reduce space mission costs.