The Times of India What is Phos-Chek? Pink powder helping firefighters battle LA wildfire

Los Angeles firefighters are using Phos-Chek, a bright pink fire retardant, to combat wildfires threatening lives and property. Developed by Perimeter Solutions, Phos-Chek helps slow the spread of flames. The retardant contains water, ammonium phosphate fertiliser, and a thickening agent creating a fire-resistant barrier. Winds over 70 mph could impede efforts, emphasizing the unpredictability of the situation.

The Times of India Mysterious disease in Jammu and Kashmir; 12, including kids, dead so far

A mysterious disease in Badhaal village, Rajouri district of Jammu, has claimed 12 lives, including two children who died recently. Symptoms include fever, sweating, and vomiting. Experts from various institutes are investigating the cause, suspected to be a viral infection. The disease first appeared in December last year, causing multiple fatalities within two families.

The Times of India Maha Kumbh: Tent city transforms into hub of faith and divinity on Makar Sankranti

During MakarSankranti, the Triveni Sangam at tent city is brimming with devotees seeking blessings through holy dips. The Mahakumbh festival transcends day and night, symbolizing India's unity in diversity. It integrates deep religious faith with national pride, leaving participants with a profound spiritual experience and showcasing India's cultural heritage.

The Times of India Zuckerberg says these jobs at Facebook, Instagram will be replaced by AI

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg reveals plans to replace midlevel software engineers with AI by 2025. The social media giant also intends to eliminate its DEI team and switch to community notes for fact-checking, raising concerns among industry experts about the company's direction.

The Times of India 'India cap shouldn't be given ...': Gavaskar urges BCCI to trim squad size

Sunil Gavaskar urges BCCI to reduce the squad size for the Test series in England, suggesting a limit of 16 players to avoid uncertainty. He advocates for additional bowlers for practice but not awarding them the India cap unless necessary. Gavaskar stresses the need for practice matches and eliminating optional sessions for better preparation.

The Times of India Pakistan-origin England cricketer yet to be granted a visa for India tour: Report

Saqib Mahmood faces visa delays ahead of England cricket team’s white-ball tour to India, impacting his departure for a UAE training camp. Despite applying in advance, his passport remains with the Indian Embassy. Similar situations have occurred in the past due to his Pakistani origins.

The Times of India Dump H-1B? Trump just can't afford it!

An ongoing shortage of tech and manufacturing workers in the US underscores the importance of skilled foreign workers, particularly as demand for roles in AI, data analytics, and semiconductor processing rises. Labour shortages threaten stability and economic productivity, making immigrant talent critical to maintaining a competitive edge.

The Times of India 'Strangely muted’: J K Rowling criticises literary community over Neil Gaiman silence

J K Rowling has expressed her surprise at the literary community’s silence regarding sexual assault allegations against writer Neil Gaiman. Rowling’s comments come as eight women, including a former babysitter for Gaiman’s child, accuse the author of predatory behaviour. Gaiman denies all allegations. Geiman was first accused of sexual assault in 2024.

The Times of India Food vlogger Rocky Singh's surprising weight loss: Loses 30 kilos

Popular food vlogger Rocky Singh unveiled his weight loss transformation, going from 138 kg to 105 kg, with a target of 97 kg. Despite the challenges, his journey has inspired many. Fans have praised his determination and requested to know his routine. Singh highlights the health benefits of losing significant weight and stresses perseverance.

The Times of India Police registers complaint against CM Atishi for using govt vehicle for campaigning

The Times of India 'Can't believe someone got paid for this': Social media reacts to Walmart's new logo

Walmart unveils its first logo refresh in 17 years featuring a thicker font, a deeper blue background, and an energized yellow spark. The update, aimed at modernizing while remaining familiar, was met with online criticism for its minimal changes, with many users expressing disbelief and sarcasm.

The Times of India Watch: Climate activists target Darwin's grave with '1.5 is dead' message

Two activists from Just Stop Oil defaced Charles Darwin’s grave at Westminster Abbey to highlight the climate crisis, marking the grave with '1.5 is dead' after global temperatures surpassed the 1.5°C threshold. Alyson Lee and Di Bligh were arrested, stressing the urgency for the UK government to phase out fossil fuels. The damage was temporary.

The Times of India 'I said one line about Rahul Gandhi and reply is coming from BJP': Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP and Congress of a secret alliance after BJP's Amit Malviya reacts to Kejriwal's comments on Rahul Gandhi. Kejriwal alleges both parties are working together behind the scenes, especially with the upcoming Delhi elections where AAP and Congress will contest separately.

The Times of India 'He brings eyeballs to the game': Kohli's performance rated in Australia

Virat Kohli's performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy fell short of his usual standards, struggling with the Australian bowlers' tactics. His average dipped to 32.29 over the last 40 tests. Although his on-field altercations added entertainment, experts Michael Vaughan and Adam Gilchrist rated his overall impact at 7 and 7.5 out of 10 respectively.

The Times of India 'A different beast': Smith reveals 'restless' night before Sydney Test

Steve Smith admitted that the pressure of nearing 10,000 Test runs affected his performance during the Sydney Test against India. Despite falling short by just one run, Smith highlighted the significance of the milestone and its impact on his mindset. He now looks forward to achieving this feat in the upcoming Test against Sri Lanka.