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The Times of India 'Midweek Blues': Rohit relishes his time in the US

Rohit Sharma, the charismatic captain of the Indian cricket team, is thoroughly enjoying his time in the United States after leading Team India to title victory in T20 World Cup 2024. Following India's thrilling victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup final, Rohit announced his decision to retire from T20Is. Known for his explosive batting and calm demeanour on the field, Rohit has taken a well-deserved break from the cricketing calendar to unwind and explore the vibrant culture and scenic landscapes of the US.

The Times of India Eight Indians rescued from capsized Falcon vessel off Oman

​ 9 crew members from MT Falcon Prestige (8 Indians and 1 Sri Lankan) have been rescued during the search and rescue operations, news agency ANI reported citing sources. The search and rescue operations to find the remaining crew members will continue in the area. Indian Navy joined the operation Wednesday after Oman's maritime center on Tuesday said the crew members were still missing.

The Times of India On Karnataka's private job quota push, a lesson from Haryana, Bihar

The Karnataka government's recent quota bill aimed at reserving jobs for locals in private companies has sparked significant backlash. Unveiled on Wednesday, the bill is officially known as the Karnataka State Employment of Local Industries Factories Establishment Act Bill. It mandates that 50 percent of managerial roles and 70 percent of non-managerial jobs be reserved for local candidates. The bill has led to disappointment and a wave of concerns among stakeholders. Many worry about the potential repercussions once the measures are implemented.

The Times of India Virat Kohli’s teammate pens message after Mishra's statements

RCB pacer Yash Dayal took to social media to express admiration for Virat Kohli amid controversy stirred by Amit Mishra. Mishra alleged Kohli's aggressive nature led to fewer friends and that Kohli instigated a rift with Naveen-ul-Haq during an IPL match. Dayal posted a picture with Kohli, captioned, "It's an honour to stand beside you, bhaiya @virat.kohli," and shared his Instagram story with audio from Kohli’s last game as RCB captain. Meanwhile, Kohli enjoys a break in London with his wife, Anushka Sharma.

The Times of India Andhra minister's offer for tech companies after Karnataka's move on job quota for locals

The Karnataka job quota bill’s effects are being felt beyond the state as TDP leader and minister Lokesh Nara has invited Nasscom to relocate its operations to Andhra Pradesh. He offered the tech companies “best-in-class facilities, uninterrupted power, infrastructure and the most suitable skilled talent with no restriction.” “Disappointed” by the quota bill, Nasscom is being courted by Lokesh Nara to expand or relocate to Andhra Pradesh. Nara assured that the state government will provide all necessary support and infrastructure.

The Times of India When Donald Trump spoke fondly about Apple CEO Tim Cook

In a Mar-a-Lago interview, Trump discussed meeting Tim Cook in 2019 about tariffs (25%-50%) affecting the Mac Pro. Trump demanded US production, leading to Apple's Austin campus. Cook privately impressed Trump, who initially refused tariff relief on Twitter but later helped Apple. Cook gifted Trump a $5,999 Mac Pro as Trump emphasized US manufacturing.

The Times of India Why Iran may be 'plotting to assassinate' Donald Trump

A threat on Trump’s life from Iran prompted additional security in the days before Saturday’s campaign rally, but it was unrelated to the assassination attempt on the Republican presidential nominee, two US officials said Tuesday. Iran’s ambassador to the UN Amir Saeid Iravani, on Tuesday rejected the accusations against Tehran as “baseless” and “politically motivated.”

The Times of India PM shared this important PC/laptop security tip with bureaucrats

PM Modi emphasized logging out from IT systems, referencing a discussion with Bill Gates. Essential directives were issued after the Cabinet Secretary's notice. Past cyberattacks on AIIMS (December 2022) and Air India (early 2021) were highlighted. Home Minister Amit Shah mentioned 27 lakh fraud complaints detected due to government vigilance, including a toll-free reporting number.

The Times of India Top 5 entertainment news of the day

Dive into today's entertainment buzz with captivating stories, from Amitabh Bachchan's romantic photo with Jaya Bachchan to Natasa Stankovic's trip to Serbia with son Agastya amidst divorce rumors. Also, updates include Atlee's special film for Anant-Radhika's wedding and the anticipated OTT release of 'Kalki 2898 AD' in September.