Times of India

Indian athlete Gulveer Singh broke his own national record in the men's 10,000m event at the Ten 2025 athletics meet in San Juan Capistrano, USA, with a time of 27:00.22s. This new record is 14.66 seconds faster than his previous one, set in Japan in 2024.

Misinformation troubles cricketers and analysts during IPL 2025, as evidenced by false statements attributed to former players. Parthiv Patel debunked a fake quote involving Rohit Sharma, and Aakash Chopra addressed edited commentary clips. These incidents underscore the persistent issue of fake news in sports media, forcing figures to continually refute misleading content.

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh for six more months due to ongoing security concerns. The move aims to address insurgency and maintain order amid continued ethnic violence, particularly in Manipur since May 2023.

The New York Yankees are off to a record-breaking start with three consecutive home runs in their opening game. Their new 'Torpedo' barrel bats, developed by an MIT physicist, enhance performance by increasing contact area, as explained by former third baseman Kevin Smith.

A Chennai-bound flight from Jaipur experienced a tyre burst before landing, prompting an emergency landing. All passengers and crew members landed safely. The pilot noticed the issue and alerted authorities, who followed standard emergency protocols. Visual inspection revealed damage to wheel no. 2. Jaipur ATC reported detecting a tyre fragment on the runway.

Sunrisers Hyderabad opted to bat against Delhi Capitals in the IPL match. Pat Cummins leads SRH with Zeeshan Ansari replacing Simranjeet Singh. Delhi's KL Rahul joins the squad after missing the opening match for family reasons. Both teams are looking to execute their strategies under the hot conditions of Visakhapatnam.

A Chinese construction company is being investigated after a Bangkok skyscraper collapsed during a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar, killing at least 17 people and trapping dozens. Engineers had previously raised concerns about the building's structural integrity, citing rapid construction and inadequate materials.

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh admitted on social media that slapping S Sreesanth during the 2008 IPL season was a mistake. The incident, which occurred after a match between Kings XI Punjab and Mumbai Indians, led to Harbhajan's suspension and an 11-match ban.

At least 11 coaches of the Bangalore-Kamakhya AC Superfast Express derailed near Nergundi station in Cuttack district on Sunday. No injuries were reported. Senior railway officials and relief trains have been dispatched. A special train is being arranged for stranded passengers. The cause of the derailment is under investigation.

Superstar Mohanlal has apologized for distress caused by political and social themes in his latest film L2: Empuraan. Following backlash, the production team decided to remove contentious elements, with changes suggested by the CBFC. Despite controversies, the film has achieved significant box office success.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the RSS for its contributions to India's development during a foundation ceremony in Hingna. He highlighted the organization's humanitarian efforts and underscored the importance of youth in nation-building, emphasizing India's leadership in global crises and the ongoing effort to erase colonial remnants.

OpenAI's Sam Altman has requested users to reduce the generation of Ghibli-style images, stressing the strain on his team. Other AI platforms such as Google's Gemini and Grok can also produce similar visuals, though the output might vary. Free options like Craiyon and DeepAI offer alternative solutions.

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya was fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate in their IPL match against Gujarat Titans. This is his team's first offence of the season, in a match they lost by 36 runs. Pandya missed the IPL 2025 opener due to a similar offence. New Code of Conduct rules have introduced demerit points and suspension points.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Smruti Mandir in Nagpur, paying homage to the founder of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, and the second chief, MS Golwalkar. He left a note highlighting the inspiration drawn from their legacy and values for serving the nation.

Calcutta High Court should not serve as a 'dumping ground' for judges with questionable reputations or short tenures, argue three lawyer associations in a letter to the Chief Justice of India. They are challenging the transfer of Delhi HC judge, Dinesh Kumar Sharma, expressing concerns over alleged misconduct and urging reconsideration of the decision.

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the final results for the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2024, releasing results for 219 out of 1,267 candidates whose scores were withheld. The announcement was made on March 12, while some candidates’ results were delayed for various reasons. Applicants can check and download their results directly at ssc.gov.in.

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, releasing energy equivalent to over 300 atomic bombs and causing more than 1,600 deaths. Aftershocks may persist due to ongoing tectonic activity. Communication blackouts and civil strife hinder damage assessment. India has extended humanitarian aid through 'Operation Brahma', while nearby Thailand also reported fatalities.

The CSK icon’s reluctance to bat higher up the order is confusing both fans, experts

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) said there is "no difference in opinion" with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the RSS headquarters in Nagpur. RSS member Seshadri Chari described the visit as very important and historic. PM Modi also paid tribute to RSS founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur on Sunday.