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The Times of India 'Time kharab uska hota hai jiske...': Rinku on T20 WC snub

India and Kolkata Knight Riders' Rinku Singh aims to win a major trophy for his team. Despite a modest IPL season, scoring 168 runs in 11 innings, Rinku remains optimistic. As a reserve for the T20 World Cup, he dreams of lifting the trophy. His life changed after hitting five consecutive sixes against Gujarat Titans.

The Times of India Ranveer Singh exits Prasanth Varma’s 'Rakshas'

Actor Ranveer Singh has stepped down from Prasanth Varma’s film 'Rakshas' due to creative differences. The decision halts the anticipated Bollywood debut of Varma and a promising project. Singh's focus shifts towards family as he prepares for fatherhood, though he remains committed to future projects like ‘Don 3’ and ‘Shaktimaan’.

The Times of India Watch: When Arshdeep Singh met Abhishek Sharma's mother

Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Punjab Kings in IPL 2024. Abhishek Sharma's 66 runs led to victory. Arshdeep Singh asked for blessings from Abhishek's mother after the match. Abhishek is the Man of the Match. SRH faces Kolkata Knight Riders in Qualifier 1.

The Times of India BJP show-causes sitting MP Jayant Sinha for skipping campaigning

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday slapped a show cause notice on former Union Minister Jayant Sinha for not taking part in campaigning after Manish Jaiswal was declared candidate from the Hazaribag Lok Sabha seat and thereby "maligning" the party's image. Sinha, son of former union finance minister Yashwant Sinha, is the sitting MP of Hazaribagh. Sinha was conspicuous by his absence during polling in Hazaribag constituency on Monday.

The Times of India BSE Sensex opens over 100 points down; Nifty50 near 22,475

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened in red on Tuesday. While BSE Sensex dipped over 100 points, Nifty50 was down over 15 points.

The Times of India IPL Qualifier 1: Why ex-Pak legend favours KKR against SRH

Wasim Akram has warned Sunrisers Hyderabad about the formidable bowling attack of Kolkata Knight Riders before their IPL 2024 Qualifier 1 match. KKR finished the league stage with a net run rate of 1.428, showcasing dominance in both batting and bowling. Akram praised KKR's collective effort throughout the season, emphasizing their ability to consistently take wickets.

The Times of India Parts of north India reel under severe heatwave conditions

Temperatures remained above 45 degrees Celsius in large parts of Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh, affecting daily life as many chose to remain indoors in the afternoon. The crippling heat strained low-income households, which often have poor access to water and cooling, and tested the endurance of outdoor workers toiling in the searing sun, forcing them to take frequent breaks.

The Times of India 'Getting worse': 20 Indians on board facing ‘tough’ time on Dali

Twenty-one sailors aboard the Dali ship are enduring severe hardships as they remain stranded at sea. The vessel has been immobilized for an extended period due to mechanical issues, placing the crew in a precarious situation without access to essential resources. The ordeal began when the Dali ship encountered mechanical problems that halted its journey, leaving it adrift and unable to reach a safe harbor.

The Times of India Pune Porsche accident: On the run, drunk teen driver's father held

Vishal Agarwal, father of minor accused in Pune Porsche crash case, detained in Maharashtra's Sambajinagar by police. Minor held for rash driving causing two deaths in Kalyaninagar. Pune Police seek permission to try minor as adult under Juvenile Justice Act. Incident treated seriously, action taken under section 304 of IPC for heinous crime.

The Times of India 'It's not fair': Akram slams England players for leaving IPL early

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram expressed disappointment over England players' absence from the Indian Premier League 2024 playoffs due to national commitments. He emphasized the importance of full-season availability for players in T20 leagues as it's unfair to fans, owners, and captains when players leave after reaching the final hurdle.

The Times of India 'He had never asked me a single question': Gambhir hails SRK

Gautam Gambhir praised Shah Rukh Khan as the best owner he's worked with, highlighting their non-cricket discussions. Under Gambhir’s mentorship, Kolkata Knight Riders have regained form this season. Despite past struggles, KKR topped the table. Gambhir credits their success to SRK’s trust and his own accountability. KKR face Sunrisers Hyderabad next in Qualifier 1.

The Times of India Families of active militants, youth root for democracy in Valley

Young cricketers in Sopore, once dubbed 'chota Pakistan,' paused a match for record polling. Muazzin Manzoor, a first-time voter, highlighted the need for change. A groom in Nowshera voted before his wedding, and even an active Lashkar-e-Taiba militant's brother exercised his right to vote.

The Times of India We were very hungry to turn it around: Faf du Plessis

RCB skipper Faf du Plessis shares insights on the team's IPL transformation, from early struggles to playoff contention. He discusses key players, strategic decisions, and the team's mindset heading into the Eliminator, highlighting the role of support staff and the importance of fielding, fitness, and teamwork. With the Eliminator against former champions Rajasthan Royals in Ahmedabad looming, the 39-year-old du Plessis believes the job is still only half done.