The Times of India Sultanpur dacoity mastermind gunned down in encounter with UP STF

Mangesh Yadav, identified as the mastermind behind the daylight robbery at Bharat Jewellers in Sultanpur, was killed during an encounter with Uttar Pradesh Police's Special Task Force. Carrying a Rs 1 lakh reward for information leading to his arrest, Yadav fired upon being intercepted near Mishirpur-Puraina village and was shot in retaliatory fire before succumbing to his injuries at the hospital. The STF recovered weapons and stolen jewellery from the scene. With multiple criminal cases against him, Yadav's death leaves eleven suspects still on the run while three have been captured and one surrendered.

The Times of India Six Maoists killed in encounter with police in Telangana

Six Maoists were killed by police in Telangana's Bhadradri Kothagudem district near the Chhattisgarh border during a combing operation. Two officers sustained injuries. This incident follows another encounter in Chhattisgarh where nine Maoists, including a top leader from Telangana, were eliminated, indicating ongoing efforts to suppress left-wing extremism.

The Times of India Small Asteroid strikes Earth, burns up in atmosphere: Here's what happened

A small asteroid measuring about 1 meter burned up harmlessly in Earth's atmosphere over the Philippines on Wednesday. NASA stated that the asteroid, named 2024 RW1, was discovered by astronomers in Arizona just hours before it disintegrated. These small asteroids enter Earth's atmosphere roughly every two weeks without posing any danger.

The Times of India 10 'mockup photos' of iPhone 16 series that claim to show new colours and design

Apple is gearing up to announce the iPhone 16 series at its 'Glowtime' event on September 9. The term 'Glowtime' refers to a new screen effect in iOS 18. The event will also see the introduction of macOS Sequoia. It will be held at Steve Jobs' Theatre in Cupertino and livestreamed online.

The Times of India JPMorgan abandons its recommendation to buy China stocks

JPMorgan Chase & Co has shifted its stance on Chinese stocks from overweight to neutral, driven by concerns over potential US election volatility and China's economic issues. The bank advises investors to consider reallocating funds to other emerging markets like India, Mexico, and Brazil. This move follows similar downgrades by UBS Global and Nomura Holdings Inc.

The Times of India 'My towel fell down': 'Secret' story from 1983 WC

Kapil Dev's unbeaten 175 against Zimbabwe during the 1983 World Cup remains legendary. Entering at a precarious 17 for 5, Kapil's aggressive play led India to a total of 266/8. India went on to win the match by 31 runs, bowling out Zimbabwe for 235. In the final, India famously defeated the mighty West Indies by 43 runs to lift their first-ever World Cup trophy.

The Times of India National Teachers’ Awards 2024: Meet India's top 50 educators; full list

The Times of India 'Top of the ladder...': Cricket greats hail Jasprit Bumrah - Watch

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is lauded by former cricket greats for his pace, accuracy, and yorkers. His pivotal role in India's T20 World Cup win is highlighted, earning him the Player of the Tournament title. Legends like Chris Gayle and Wasim Akram commend his unique skills. Bumrah becomes the first bowler to rank Number One across all formats.

The Times of India 'He shot at least 10 times': Students recall moments of terror in Georgia shooting

A school shooting at Apalachee high school in Winder, Georgia, claimed four lives and injured nine others. The suspect, 14-year-old Colt Gray, is in custody while authorities investigate the motive. President Biden and other leaders have expressed sorrow over the tragedy and called for action against gun violence.

The Times of India How Pakistan can qualify for WTC Final

Bangladesh secured a six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the second Test at Rawalpindi, leading to Pakistan's first-ever series loss against Bangladesh. This defeat affects Pakistan's hopes for the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 final. To qualify, they must win all upcoming matches and monitor other teams' performances closely. As per WTC rules, the top two teams qualify for the final.

The Times of India Video: "Amazon Alexa is a Commie ... ", wants people to vote for Kamala Harris

Amazon Alexa devices suggested supporting Kamala Harris over Donald Trump because of a software bug. Amazon confirmed and fixed the issue, describing it as an error. This problem affected various Alexa models, prompting immediate action from the company to resolve it swiftly.

The Times of India Stock market today: BSE Sensex opens in green; Nifty50 near 25,250

Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Thursday. While BSE Sensex was above 82,500, Nifty50 was over 25,200.

The Times of India 'Keep it up': Pope Francis praises Indonesians for having '4-5 kids over dogs, cats'

During his visit to Indonesia, Pope Francis praised the nation for its larger families compared to countries that favor pets over children. Addressing this issue alongside President Joko Widodo in Jakarta, he encouraged Indonesians to continue setting an example. His remarks reflect similar sentiments expressed earlier about Europe's demographic issues.

The Times of India Georgia school shooting: Colt Gray described as ‘quiet student who never really talked’ by survivor before he opened fire at Apalachee High

Lyela Sayarath provides an account of the moments before Colt Gray's shooting at Apalachee High School. Known for his quiet nature and frequent absences, Gray left algebra class only to return with a gun. The incident resulted in the death of 14-year-old Mason Schermerhorn and injuries to nine others before Gray surrendered.

The Times of India Happy Teachers Day: Best 30+ wishes and messages to share with your loved ones

Not just teachers, anybody who helped you or is still guiding you in your life path, deserves a special mention on this day. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or a professional, sharing thoughtful wishes and messages can brighten someone's day. So, here are some of the wishes and messages you can share with your colleagues, teachers, boss, students, and friends on this special day.