The Times of India Rohit not even in 15 names on India's team sheet for Sydney Test

Rohit Sharma was dropped from the playing eleven for the series-deciding fifth Test against Australia in Sydney, following a poor run of form with 31 runs in five innings. His exclusion from the team sheet fueled speculations about his potential retirement. Stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah termed it as 'rest', which was met with skepticism.

The Times of India How Yashasvi Jaiswal cracked the Starc code in Australia

Australian speedster Mitchell Starc dominated young Indian batter Yashasvi Jaiswal during the initial tests in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, but Jaiswal made a remarkable comeback with strategic video analysis, scoring significantly in the fourth Test. His coach highlights that experiences like these foster maturity and confidence. Yashasvi’s childhood coach Jwala Singh detailed how the 23-year-old turned his struggles into success.

The Times of India Pappu Yadav’s supporters stage 'rail roko' protest in solidarity with BPSC aspirants

Supporters of MP Pappu Yadav blocked railway tracks in Patna to back BPSC aspirants protesting for 16 days against a paper leak. Prashant Kishor began an indefinite hunger strike demanding the cancellation of the BPSC exam. Congress and CPI-ML leaders' march to meet the Governor was halted by police.

The Times of India Vegas Cybertruck blast: 'Wife left Livelsberger days before he killed himself'

The Times of India Rishabh Pant bruised by 140kmph thunderbolts to arm, helmet

Rishabh Pant suffered a painful blow on his arm and a hit on his helmet from Mitchell Starc's fiery deliveries during the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Pant required immediate medical attention, while Starc displayed sportsmanship by checking on Pant after the helmet strike. Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is captaining India in the fifth Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test as the visitors won the toss and elected to bat first.

The Times of India Man beaten to death by 4 thieves on Dakshin Express, no assistance for 6 hours

A gang of four men allegedly beat 25-year-old Shushank Ramsigh Raj to death and injured his friend, Kapil Kumar, during a robbery attempt on the Dakshin Express. The attack occurred around 3.30am, and the suspects were later apprehended by RPF staff. The train was delayed for legal formalities.

The Times of India Stock market today: BSE Sensex opens flat; Nifty50 near 24,150

Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened flat in trade on Friday. While BSE Sensex was around 79,900, Nifty50 was near 24,200.

The Times of India Israel airstrikes in Gaza humanitarian zone kill 40 including children

The Times of India Old criminal cases: 1 Kolkata magistrate hearing over 9,000, another just 1

Bankshall metropolitan magistrate court is grappling with a massive backlog, with over 78,000 criminal cases pending more than three months. Magistrates Sk Jafar Ali, Debarati Dey, and Annu Gupta are shouldering 34.1% of this burden. Disproportional case allocation and delays in the police investigation contribute to this growing backlog in Kolkata's lower courts.

The Times of India 'Wife broke up before explosion': New details emerge about Tesla cybertruck bomber

An active-duty US Army Green Beret, who rented a Tesla truck, committed suicide inside the vehicle which exploded outside Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The explosion injured seven people. Authorities are investigating the soldier's motives and confirmed he was on leave and recently experienced a breakup.

The Times of India Bezos' $500m yacht faces surprise customs raid while fiancée sunbathes

The Times of India Accident averted as iron gate found on train track in UP’s Saharanpur

In Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur, a potentially catastrophic train accident was prevented when a large iron gate was found on the tracks near Tapri station as the Anand Vihar-Kotdwar Express approached. Authorities quickly halted the train after being alerted, and an investigation is underway to determine if the incident was a sabotage attempt. Train services were temporarily disrupted.

The Times of India Another pandemic brewing in China? All you need to know about HMPV

China faces a surge in respiratory infections, likely linked to Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), causing overcrowded hospitals. HMPV, related to RSV, poses higher risks to young children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems. Symptoms include cough, fever, and in severe cases, pneumonia. Preventive measures include handwashing, mask-wearing, and staying home when sick.

The Times of India 'Operation' Rohit Sharma: Why so 'secretive' about it?

India's captain Rohit Sharma was dropped for the series-deciding fifth Test against Australia, replaced by Shubman Gill. Stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah mentioned Rohit 'opted to rest', which former India batter turned commentator Sanjay Manjrekar found vague. Manjrekar criticized the lack of transparency, emphasizing the need for clear communication with fans.

The Times of India 'Dead' man comes alive after ambulance on way to funeral hits speed bump

A family was shocked when their deceased relative, Pandurang Ulpe, appeared to revive after an ambulance hit a speed bump, causing his fingers to move. Initially declared dead due to a heart attack, Ulpe was later confirmed alive and successfully treated. The incident is under investigation by health officials to determine why he was prematurely declared dead.