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The Times of India 'Neurological wiring change karna padega...': Shoaib Akhtar on Babar Azam
Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam is experiencing a significant decline in form across cricket formats over the past year. Struggling to maintain his performance in Tests and ODIs, he faces scrutiny ahead of next year's Champions Trophy. Shoaib Akhtar advises him to adapt and deliver match-winning innings to secure his place and leadership.
The Times of India Sunil Gavaskar 'simply loving' Australian 'panic'
Sunil Gavaskar speculates that Josh Hazlewood’s exclusion from the second Test was due to his comments criticizing Australian batters, rather than a side strain. Gavaskar finds the timing suspicious and implies a potential panic in the Australian team. Hazlewood had hinted at a batting responsibility division after Australia's poor performance in the first Test.
The Times of India 'Situation on knife edge': UK MPs condemn attack on Hindus in Bangladesh
British MPs Barry Gardiner and Priti Patel raised concerns in the UK Parliament over violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, highlighting over 2,000 violent incidents and calling for urgent government discussions with Bangladeshi authorities to ensure protection, law and order, and freedom of religion for minority communities.
The Times of India Everything you need to know about PV Sindhu's fiancé Venkata
PV Sindhu, a double Olympic medallist, will marry Hyderabad-based Venkata Datta Sai in Udaipur on December 22. Preparations are underway with celebrations beginning on December 20 and a reception in Hyderabad on December 24. The schedule fits well as Sindhu’s sporting commitments resume in January. Venkata Datta Sai serves as an executive director at Posidex Technologies.
The Times of India Security forces kill one terrorist in J&K's Srinagar; operation underway
A terrorist was killed by security forces during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Dachigam forest on Tuesday. The Indian army and Jammu and Kashmir Police launched a joint operation based on specific intelligence in the Harwan area of Srinagar. The terrorists were hiding and firing exchanges began during the Cordon and Search Operation.
The Times of India GST on cigarettes, tobacco, aerated beverages may rise to 35%
The Group of Ministers (GoM) on GST rate rationalisation decided to increase tax rates on aerated beverages, cigarettes, tobacco, and related products to 35% from the current 28%. The GoM also proposed tax rate modifications for 148 items, suggesting lower rates for essential goods and higher rates for luxury and demerit items.
The Times of India Virat's unique pink-ball record and 9 other pink-ball trivia
Virat Kohli's unbeaten hundred bolstered India's victory in the first Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The team now faces a challenging day-night Test in Adelaide, where they previously experienced the embarrassment of 36 all out. India have won three of their four pink-ball Tests, with Kohli achieving the only hundred by an Indian batter against the pink ball.
The Times of India 'Pushpa 2 - The Rule' sells over 1 Million tickets, earns Rs 50 cr in advance booking
Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' is breaking records before its release, selling over 1 million tickets on BookMyShow and accumulating Rs 50 crore in advance bookings. Directed by Sukumar, the film has high expectations with predictions of an opening day gross of over Rs 200 crore in India and close to Rs 300 crore globally.
The Times of India How Team India can qualify for World Test Championship final
India's comprehensive win over Australia in Perth boosted their chances for the 2025 World Test Championship Final, taking them to the top of the points table. However, the competition remains fierce with Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka in the fray. Various outcomes against Australia will determine India's qualification.
The Times of India India's 'All We Imagine as Light' wins best International film at Gotham Awards
Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia's 'All We Imagine as Light' won Best International Feature at the 2024 Gotham Awards. Despite missing out on India's official entry for the Oscars, the film's win has boosted Kapadia's chances for a Best Director nomination. The Gotham Awards are known to predict Oscar success, potentially benefiting Kapadia's work.
The Times of India Read 'fired' Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger's "bittersweet" retirement note
Intel's CEO Pat Gelsinger will retire on December 1, 2024, ending a 40-plus-year career amid significant challenges facing the company. Intel has seen a 52% stock drop this year, leading to major restructuring efforts including workforce reductions. Despite these hurdles, Gelsinger expressed gratitude and pride for his time at Intel, emphasizing its commitment to innovation.
The Times of India E-cab driver forces woman to Rs 55k via UPI at gunpoint
A woman and her son were robbed at gunpoint by their BluSmart cab driver, who forced her to transfer Rs 55,000 via UPI before driving away. The incident occurred on November 29 in Gurgaon. The driver, identified as Sonu Singh, was arrested by police on December 3 with the company's assistance.
The Times of India I am still here, I am the final word, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee tells TMC
Mamata Banerjee reasserted her leadership within Trinamool Congress, emphasizing that she remains the party's ultimate authority. She urged members to focus on public engagement and hinted at possible organizational changes. This follows their significant by-election victories and aims to maintain discipline within the party.
The Times of India Donald Trump to attend Notre Dame Cathedral reopening in Paris
US President-elect Donald Trump will attend the reopening celebration for Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after its extensive five-year reconstruction. The cathedral suffered a significant fire in 2019. The event is high-security with about 50 heads of state and government expected to attend.
The Times of India Advantage India as Australia play a 'wrong card' before 2nd Test
Australia faces a dilemma as Josh Hazlewood is ruled out of the pink-ball Test against India due to a side strain, leaving Scott Boland as the prime candidate for replacement. However, Boland's recent exposure in a warm-up game against India could be advantageous for the visitors. Experts question Cricket Australia's decision to play Boland in the practice match.
