The Times of India Turkey's Olympic shooter Yusuf Dikec breaks the internet with effortless swag

Turkish air pistol shooter Yusuf Dikec won a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, sparking viral memes due to his relaxed demeanor and minimal gear. Competing with prescription glasses and normal earplugs, Dikec's casual approach contrasted with other well-equipped athletes, capturing social media's imagination with 62 million views on X.

The Times of India Steve Jobs' 'Middle Finger to IBM' jacket on auction, why it is called so

Steve Jobs’ leather bomber jacket, worn in a 1983 photo showing his defiance against IBM, is up for auction. Bids are expected to reach $75,000. Other auction items include an original 4GB iPhone and a rare Apple-1 computer. Historic Polaroids from Jobs’ pitch deck could fetch over $30,000.

The Times of India Unveiling the origins of water: From the Big Bang to Earth's crust and beyond

Water's origins trace back to the universe's formation, tied to hydrogen and helium post-Big Bang. Theories suggest it arrived on Earth via asteroids, comets, or volcanic activity. Its vital role in life is irrefutable. With threats from pollution and climate change, understanding and conserving water is crucial for Earth's future.

The Times of India UGC allows universities to conduct own entrance exams for vacant seats

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced that universities can conduct their own entrance exams for undergraduate and postgraduate courses if seats remain vacant after regular admission rounds. This decision aims to ensure no seats go unfilled, allowing more students to access higher education. UGC Chairman, Prof M Jagadesh Kumar, emphasized the importance of utilizing every seat and outlined standard operating procedures for admissions.

The Times of India Krishna Janmabhoomi: Allahabad HC rejects Muslim side plea

The Allahabad High Court dismissed the Muslim side's application against the maintainability of suits seeking to restore the Lord Krishna temple at the Shahi Eidgah mosque site in Mathura. Justice Mayank Kumar Jain ruled that the Hindu plaintiffs' suits are not barred by the Places of Worship Act, leading to continued legal proceedings in this historical dispute.

The Times of India Who is Swapnil Kusale, India's first Oly medalist in 50m Rifle 3P

Swapnil Kusale became the first Indian shooter to win an Olympic medal in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event, securing a bronze medal with a total score of 451.4 in the men's final. This marks India's third medal at the Paris Olympics, all in shooting, following Manu Bhaker's bronze in the women's 10m Air Pistol event and another bronze in the mixed team event.

The Times of India Israel says Hamas military chief Deif 'eliminated' in Gaza strike

The Times of India Watch: India cricketers hit the nets under the watchful eyes of Gambhir

The Indian cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma, prepared for the upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka in Colombo after a 3-0 T20I series win. Key players including Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer were seen practicing under the supervision of head coach Gautam Gambhir. They focused on batting, bowling, and fielding drills in their training session.

The Times of India Shooter Swapnil wins bronze, India's 3rd medal of Paris Olympics

The Indian shooting contingent continued to fire medals on day six of the Paris Olympics, with Swapnil Kusale winning a bronze medal in men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions event with a score of 451.4. It's the third medal of the Paris Games for India and third bronze. It's the first time that India have won three shooting medals at a single edition of the Olympics.

The Times of India Manipur tense after clashes erupt, security forces fire tear gas shells

In Manipur's Imphal East district, tensions flared between Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and security forces. Tear gas was used to disperse protestors demanding rehabilitation and an end to ethnic violence. Around 100 IDPs were involved, with additional confrontations occurring. The conflict, which began in May 2023, has claimed 226 lives and displaced over 59,000 people.

The Times of India Watch: Rohit looks around to see who's singing his name, and...

The skipper continues to be the centre of attraction wherever he has travelled following the T20 World Cup victory. Be it his family vacation in the US or the upcoming ODI leg of India's tour of Sri Lanka, fans have been showering their love on Rohit and almost mobbing him for selfies and autographs.

The Times of India 'Death to Israel, death to America': Revenge calls at Haniyeh's funeral

Iran held funeral processions for Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh after he was killed in a raid in Tehran. Calls for revenge were made at the ceremony, with Iranian leaders warning of retaliation. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israel would respond forcefully to any attacks. "It is our duty to respond at the right time and in the right place," said Iranian parliamentarian Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf in a speech as the crowds chanted "Death to Israel, death to America!"

The Times of India Watch: Scary visuals from Himanchal's Pandoh Dam amid cloudbrust

Heavy rainfall and cloudbursts in Kullu-Manali led to the release of water from Pandoh Dam, raising flood concerns. Significant devastation occurred in the Samej Khad area of Rampur, Shimla, while rescue teams are working to assist affected individuals. Authorities are focusing on rescue operations and crisis management in the region.

The Times of India India to record above-normal rainfall in August and September: IMD

The India Meteorological Department announced a forecast of above-average rainfall for August and September due to favorable La Nina conditions. The rainfall measured 106 percent of the long-period average, with certain regions receiving normal to above-normal levels while others saw below-normal precipitation. The monsoon is vital for agriculture and reservoir replenishment in India.

The Times of India Perplexity AI's Indian-origin CEO's 'Tihar Jail' response to an X user