Times of India

Speculation is rampant that Taylor Swift might unveil Reputation (Taylor’s Version) at the 2025 American Music Awards. Although there's no official confirmation, fans are decoding clues, including a snake necklace at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and the use of "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor’s Version)" in The Handmaid's Tale. Tiffany Haddish's presence at the AMAs further fuels anticipation.

Co-owner Preity Zinta's exuberant celebration stole the show as Punjab Kings secured a top-two finish in the IPL league stage. Skipper Shreyas Iyer's match-winning six against Mumbai Indians triggered Zinta's passionate outburst. The victory, fueled by Inglis and Arya's impressive partnership, gives Punjab Kings a crucial advantage in the playoffs.

External affairs minister Jaishankar asserted that India's military actions, not US mediation, compelled Pakistan to agree to a ceasefire. He criticized China's close defense ties with Pakistan and highlighted Pakistan's open support for terrorism. Jaishankar also addressed India's relationship with Russia, European double standards, and the progress of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, expressing optimism about Indo-German defense cooperation.

Prime Minister Modi launched a strong criticism against the Pakistani government and its army, accusing them of using terrorism for their own benefit. He urged the people of Pakistan to choose between peace and facing India's response to terror.

Odisha government is seeking trademark rights for terms like 'Jagannath dham' and 'shree mandira' associated with Puri's Jagannath Temple, following a controversy over a temple in Digha using the name 'Jagannath dham'. Authorities aim to protect the religious and cultural significance of these terms, preventing unauthorized usage and potential legal challenges.

The Calcutta High Court overturned a lower court's divorce denial, criticizing the trial judge's "patriarchal and condescending" language towards women in matrimonial disputes. The High Court found the judge's advice on maintaining a successful marriage irrelevant to the legal matter. The court also cautioned the judge against "copy-pasting" orders, warning of potential impact on his service record if repeated.

Sunita Bholeshwar Jamgade, a 43-year-old woman from Nagpur, faces espionage charges after being detained in Pakistan for nine days. She illegally crossed the LoC in Kargil, Ladakh, to meet an online acquaintance. Pakistani Rangers handed her over to Indian authorities at the Attari border.

CPI (Maoist) has accused insiders within its Maad-based formations, particularly PLGA Company No. 7, of betraying their chief Basavaraju, leading to his death in Narayanpur. The group's Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC) cited compromised elements and surrenders for providing intelligence to the Chhattisgarh Police.

Tom Brady is thriving post-divorce, making waves from Venice to Las Vegas. He's transitioned from NFL icon to media mogul with a record-breaking Fox Sports contract and an active role as a minority owner of the Raiders, influencing team decisions. Brady is embracing personal freedom and enjoying a new chapter filled with power and leisure.

In Uttar Pradesh's Kaushambi, two brothers with only a school education posed as surgeons, running an unlicensed hospital. Their deception led to tragedy when a six-year-old boy died following an operation to remove a surgical rod from his leg. Police arrested the brothers after an investigation revealed their lack of medical qualifications and reckless actions, driven by financial gain.

Reports suggest that Deepika Padukone’s exit from Prabhas starrer Spirit stemmed from a series of disagreements with Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The Padmaavat actress had allegedly demanded over Rs 20 crore as remuneration, along with shorter working hours to accommodate her schedule as a new mother. According to reports, Triptii Dimri is being paid around Rs 4 crore for her role, significantly less than Deepika’s reported fee.

A celebratory parade in Liverpool turned violent when a car drove into crowds of fans, injuring several. The incident occurred shortly after the team's victory bus passed through Water Street. A 53-year-old local man has been arrested, and investigations are underway as the community grapples with the aftermath of the shocking event during what should have been a joyous occasion.

Amandeep Kaur, a Punjab Police head constable known as 'Instagram Queen,' was arrested for possessing assets disproportionate to her income. Authorities froze her properties worth ₹1.35 crore, including a house, plot, Thar, and luxury items. Previously dismissed for a heroin possession, she violated social media rules by posting reels in uniform.

In Indore, a series of tragic suicides occurred over the weekend, claiming the lives of three students from nursing and science backgrounds, alongside a law student. Authorities suspect academic stress as a primary factor, with one nursing student leaving notes indicating depression and the inability to achieve her career aspirations.

The Bombay High Court has postponed until Tuesday a hearing for interim bail sought by a Pune engineering student arrested over a social media post concerning Indo-Pak tensions during Operation Sindoor. The student, currently jailed in Yerwada, also challenges her college rustication as "arbitrary and unlawful.

Security forces in Imphal West halted a student and women-led rally heading to Raj Bhavan, protesting the concealment of 'Manipur' on a government bus. Tear gas was deployed to disperse the demonstrators who then formed a human chain. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, upon arrival, was escorted to Kangla Fort by helicopter due to the ongoing protests demanding an apology.

The Supreme Court has directed a phased reduction of IPS officers in CAPFs up to the IG rank over two years, aiming to improve promotion opportunities for cadre officers.

Peggy Whitson, a veteran astronaut, highlights the evolution of spaceflight from government-led initiatives to commercial ventures like Axiom Space. She emphasizes the importance of physical and mental well-being during extended missions, along with international collaboration.

The Enforcement Directorate has accused Kerala district units of the CPM in a money laundering case stemming from a ₹150 crore embezzlement at the Karuvannur Cooperative Bank, marking the second time a political entity has been named as an accused after AAP. Investigations revealed that local CPM units maintained undisclosed accounts with cooperative societies, holding significant balances and fixed deposits.

The Supreme Court has clarified that when an arrest is made with a warrant, a separate communication of the arrest grounds isn't required, as the warrant itself serves this purpose. The court stated that reading the warrant to the arrested person sufficiently informs them of the reasons for their arrest.