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The Times of India Standup comedian's roast on Zomato: Blinkit CEO gets call out

Zomato's 16th birthday roast included CEO Deepinder Goyal and Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa. Comedian Swati Sachdeva's performance, shared on social media, criticized platform fees, rain, and handling charges. Gaurav Kapoor, Shreeja Chaturvedi, and Samay Raina also participated. Sachdeva humorously referenced Zomato's branded tape and confusion, while thanking the company. Goyal and Dhindsa took it sportingly.

The Times of India Watch: One of the most bizarre dismissals in cricket

In the Twenty20 Final in Wormsley, Somerset's Ned Leonard got caught off a rebound from a Ben Cliff delivery in the 19th over, despite Cliff’s 3/30 figures. A similar incident on January 13, 2006, had Andrew Symonds' shot deflect off Michael Clarke's shoe, caught by Tillakaratne Dilshan in Melbourne. Somerset won by 66 runs.

The Times of India K'taka CM Siddaramaiah deletes post on 100% reservation for locals

Karnataka's bill for 100% Kannadiga reservation in government 'C&D' jobs and local private sector quotas faces industry backlash. Commerce Minister Patil assures balanced interests and cabinet talks. The bill reserves 50% management and 75% non-management jobs locally. Amid China Plus One policy, industries and tech sectors express concerns. CM Siddaramaiah focuses on Kannadigas' welfare during Karnataka's manufacturing evolution.

The Times of India Conservatives blame secret service's 'woke' hiring of women for Trump's security breach

Conservatives criticize Secret Service's hiring practices, questioning the inclusion of women agents after the assassination attempt on Trump. Director Kimberly Cheatle faces scrutiny over diversity initiatives. Biden orders independent review. Trump protected by all-male detail at recent event. Cheatle scheduled to testify before Congress on the matter.

The Times of India Suryakumar-like catch! Pakistan boy goes viral

Local cricket matches worldwide continue to deliver captivating moments that enthrall fans. Following a young boy's flawless imitation of Jasprit Bumrah's unique bowling action, another viral video has surfaced on social media, evoking memories of Suryakumar Yadav's breathtaking catch during last month's T20 World Cup final. After impressing Wasim Akram with his Bumrah-like action, a young Pakistani cricketer has now captured attention online with a remarkable catch.

The Times of India How a passenger's refusal of in-flight food led to his arrest

Air India passenger, en route from Jeddah to Delhi on flight AI 992, was arrested for smuggling ₹69 lakh worth of gold. Unusual behavior exposed 1096.76 grams hidden in rectum. Monika Yadav confirmed the seizure. Airport vigilance heightened. Event draws attention to a previous smuggling case in Chennai, stressing enhanced flight crew oversight.

The Times of India List of assassinated Indian politicians

Discover the list of assassinated Indian politicians including Mahatma Gandhi, Nand Kumar Patel, and Sudhir Suri, highlighting instability. Rajiv Gandhi's demise exemplifies this volatility. Political killings span regions like Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, affecting leaders from parties like the Indian National Congress, Bharatiya Janata Party, Samajwadi Party, and Communist Party of India, reflecting the country's contentious and unstable political landscape.

The Times of India Watch: Arguably, the most chaotic end to a cricket match

In the 2022 Vitality Blast final, Hampshire Hawks defended 153 against Lancashire Lightning on July 16. Needing 5 from the last ball, Nathan Ellis bowled Richard Gleeson, sparking celebrations interrupted by umpire signaling a no-ball. Lancashire then required 3 from the free-hit, but the keeper sealed a 1-run win for Hampshire.

The Times of India Meta AI on WhatsApp is getting this basic Maths question wrong

Meta AI on WhatsApp and Instagram incorrectly stated that 9.11 is greater than 9.9 due to a 0.02 margin. Both ChatGPT and ClaudeAI initially made the same error. Meta AI later apologized and acknowledged the mistake upon user correction. Users shared screenshots and MSIDs on forums.

The Times of India Mongolia's uniform for Paris 2024 opening gets 'gold' from fans

The upcoming Paris Olympics, set to commence on July 26, have already garnered significant attention; and leading those trends are the opening ceremony outfits of Team Mongolia.

The Times of India Three militants killed during an ambush in Cachar, 3 cops injured

Three HPDC militants were killed in a Bhuban Hills ambush during a police operation in Cachar district. Weapons, including pistols and daggers, were found. Injured policemen were treated at Silchar Medical College and SMCH. The militants' identities are undisclosed. The initial escape attempt failed. Kachudaram police station and locals were involved. An auto-rickshaw driver was arrested. Awaiting police statement.

The Times of India Niroshana, ex-U19 SL captain, shot dead in front of wife and kids

Dhammika Niroshana, former Sri Lanka Under-19 captain, was shot dead at his Ambalangoda home with a 12-bore rifle while with his family. Police are investigating. Niroshana, a right-arm fast bowler, led Sri Lanka in the 2002 ICC Under-19 World Cup, claiming seven wickets at 19.28.