Times of India

The Pataudi Palace, an ancestral estate of Saif Ali Khan, spans ten acres in Gurugram. This imposing structure, built in the 1930s, showcases royal heritage and unique architecture. Ibrahim Kothi, once home to Tiger Pataudi, features a dome inspired by the Sanchi Stupa. Saif Ali Khan repurchased the leased estate in 2014, returning it to family ownership. The palace remains a significant symbol of the Pataudi family's rich history.

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing federal agencies to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America” on US maps, documents and databases. Canada has rejected the move, while several US governors have also said they will continue calling it Lake Ontario. The decision comes amid rising trade tensions between Washington and Ottawa.

The absence of an original ITR became a key issue. Although the department had information about the substantial sums held in his Indian accounts, there was no tax return on record explaining their nature and source.

Villagers held a mobile tower technician captive for two hours in Fatehpur district. They were frustrated with poor mobile connectivity for approximately two years. Police intervened and rescued the technician after being alerted by another villager. An FIR was registered against unknown villagers following the technician's complaint. Investigations are currently underway regarding the unusual incident.

In an effort to rejuvenate the parched landscape of Israel's Ramon Crater, wild donkeys were brought back into the ecosystem. These resilient animals played a crucial role by creating waterholes, which became essential for desert wildlife. Additionally, their droppings helped spread acacia seeds, promoting the growth of trees. Their natural movements resulted in water-retaining depressions, significantly transforming the area's ecology into a thriving environment that has caught global attention.

Saim Ayub’s return to the Pakistan Test team ended in a nightmare as he was dismissed for a duck in both innings of the third Test against England at Edgbaston. The young opener faced only 11 balls across the two innings, with England pacer Ollie Robinson dismissing him on both occasions.

Chattogram district deputy commissioner Mohammad Zahidul Islam Mia ordered his release after Das’s family submitted an application. His mother, 70-year-old Sandhya Rani Dhar, died early on Thursday while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Hathazari. Das was previously associated with Iskcon and serves as a spokesman for Hindu Sammilito Sanatan Jagaran Jote.

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are priced from Rs 1,64,900 and Rs 1,79,900 in India. The new Pro models bring a variable aperture main camera, Pro controls, Apple Reference Image, the 2nm A20 Pro chip, a bigger vapour chamber and up to 43 hours of video playback. Pre-orders start September 12, with sales from September 18. Here are the nine features that you should know of before ordering one.

A 22-year-old man died after being stabbed seventeen times in east Delhi's Mandawali area. The fatal altercation occurred near a school on Thursday evening following a dispute. Police rushed the injured Vansh Dedha to a hospital where doctors pronounced him dead. One accused, Keshav Kumar, was arrested while his associate is being sought. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and technical surveillance for further investigation.

A consumer commission dismissed a complaint against Shoppers Stop regarding a paper bag charge. The commission found the case frivolous and imposed exemplary costs on the complainant. The complainant had previously filed a similar case against the retailer for a carry bag fee. The commission noted the complainant's history of filing multiple consumer complaints. This ruling highlights the misuse of consumer protection laws for personal gain.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu opened up about her life after being diagnosed with myositis, a condition that deeply affected her self-esteem and personal identity. She discovered strength, hope, and faith while navigating through the struggles of her illness. Additionally, she shared the joyful news of her pregnancy during the shooting of a music video, eagerly looking forward to the arrival of her first child.

The Enforcement Directorate searched nine locations across three states in an alleged bank fraud case. Ramnandi Hotels and Resorts Ltd is accused of diverting Rs 58 crore from bank loans. The company allegedly used fake reports and personal guarantees to secure these funds. Five pledged properties were reportedly sold at undervalued prices recently. The agency suspects these actions aimed to prevent asset attachment and recover crime proceeds.

Dispute within CINTAA escalates with allegations of documents being removed from the office. Kunickaa Sadanand expressed deep disappointment over the current state of the association. Police could not prevent document removal without a Charity Commissioner's order. FWICE members intervened and stopped the vehicle carrying the documents. Fresh elections are required after a significant number of committee members resigned.

Elon Musk believes chess will eventually be fully solved by AI, drawing comparisons with checkers. Magnus Carlsen was less certain, saying he isn't a computer expert but noting chess is already “semi-solved” as a likely draw. Carlsen also praised AI for making chess more accessible, while backing the Global Chess League’s exciting team format and enjoying his visits to India.

The Daman administration organized a road safety event for SUV owners. Mahindra Thar and Toyota Fortuner owners participated in a pledge. This initiative aims to promote responsible driving and road safety awareness. The event featured a rally and a road safety pledge administered by the district collector. It addresses ongoing online discussions regarding the image of these popular vehicles.