The Times of India Gambhir as India head coach a 'done deal'?

A recent report in Cricbuzz stated that Gautam Gambhir's appointment is almost certain and negotiations are underway on multiple fronts. "The buzzword inside the coach selection circle is 'desh ke liye karna hai'. Both the BCCI and Gambhir share the belief that 'we must do it for the country.' And the conversation between Jay Shah and Gambhir is understood to be centred around this idea," the Cricbuzz report stated.

The Times of India 'A non-issue': Odisha CM attacks BJP for 'discussing hands'

The Times of India Turnout at 63.37% in Phase 6; females outnumber males: EC

Female voters outnumbered male voters by 3% in the sixth phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, with a turnout of 63.37%. Data released by the Election Commission revealed West Bengal had the highest turnout at 82.71%, while UP had the lowest at 54.04%. This follows the previous trend when the female voters surpassed the male by 1.52% in Phase 5.

The Times of India 'Kohli up there with Ronaldo and Messi'

Former New Zealand captain Ross Taylor has showered praise on former India captain Virat Kohli, describing him as a "global superstar in the world of sports," transcending cricket alone. Kohli, who boasts a massive fan following on social media, has garnered admiration not only for his cricketing prowess but also for his broader impact on sports culture. Speaking about the influence of social media on a cricketer's life, Taylor highlighted that players are now more accessible, which he views as a positive development in the modern era.

The Times of India Maliwal case: Police get 3-day custody of Bibhav Kumar

The Tis Hazari court on Tuesday granted the Delhi Police three days of custody to interrogate Bibhav Kumar, an aide to Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal. Metropolitan Magistrate Gaurav Goyal ordered Kumar to remain in police custody until May 31. Kumar is accused of assaulting AAP Rajya Sabha member Swati Maliwal at the Chief Minister's official residence on May 13.

The Times of India Top 5 entertainment news of the day

Kajol teases 'Maharagni,' a revenge drama starring her and Prabhudeva after 27 years. Janhvi Kapoor denies wedding rumors with Shikhar Pahariya, expressing discomfort with baseless gossip. Esha Deol dismisses Ameesha Patel's claims of star kids snatching roles, emphasizing talent and destiny in the industry. Preity Zinta shares unseen Cannes photos.

The Times of India Pope apologises for using homophobic slur

Pope Francis issued an apology on Tuesday following a controversy surrounding homophobic slur used to describe gay men in a closed-door meeting with Italian bishops last week. The Vatican said, "The pope never intended to offend or express himself in homophobic terms, and he extends his apologies to those who felt offended by the use of a term, as reported by others."

The Times of India 'Likhna sikh jaao': Akmal misspells KKR in message

Australian paceman Mitchell Starc bowled a sensational opening spell to fire KKR to their third title in Chennai on Sunday. Kolkata bowled out Hyderabad for IPL's lowest total of 113 in a final as Australia's left-arm quick Starc returned figures of 2 for 14 to live up to his top billing in the world's most lucrative T20 tournament. Kolkata's batsmen had it easy and despite Sunil Narine's early departure, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who made 39, and Venkatesh Iyer, on 52 not out, helped the team home with 9.3 overs to spare after a partnership of 91.

The Times of India Langer's Dharavi experience: When luxury meets reality!

Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer divulged that he was left profoundly humbled during this year's IPL after visiting his team's physiotherapist Rajesh Chandrashekhar's modest one-room abode in Mumbai's Dharavi slums, where he encountered a stark contrast to the opulent lifestyle he has been accustomed to. LSG failed to make the IPL playoffs after a mixed run in the league stage.

The Times of India Scientists reveal why killer whales are attacking boats worldwide

The Times of India PM Modi on how UPI helped during Covid-19 pandemic

PM Modi highlighted the role of India’s UPI in combating Covid-19 challenges, enabling seamless financial transactions during the pandemic crisis.

The Times of India 'Hardik will be different once he...' Harbhajan

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed his compassion for Hardik Pandya as he faces a difficult period in his professional life. Harbhajan believes that Hardik, who 'hasn't been a free man in the last two months' will find his freedom during the upcoming T20 World Cup next month. Hardik had a disappointing IPL season, both as a player and as the captain of the Mumbai Indians, with his team finishing at the bottom of the points table.

The Times of India Delhi hospital fire: LG orders probe into all nursing homes

Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena has ordered a comprehensive ACB probe into the registration and regulatory management of private nursing homes in the national capital, after six newborns were killed in a neonatal hospital fire, Raj Niwas officials said on Tuesday. In his note to the chief secretary, Saxena said, "I have taken a very stern view in the matter. Though this is a transferred subject, in larger public interest, I am forced to step in, on account of the lack of seriousness on part of authorities entrusted with these responsibilities."

The Times of India After Norway & Spain, Ireland formally recognises Palestine

After Norway and Spain, Ireland too formally recognized Palestine, causing Israel's furious response. The move was hailed by Norwegian and Spanish officials as historic and essential for peace. "Norway has been one of the most fervent defenders of a Palestinian state for more than 30 years," he added.

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