The Times of India IPL franchises set to shell out Rs 75 crore to retain five key players

The IPL Governing Council has decided that each franchise can retain up to five players and use one Right to Match (RTM) before the upcoming mega auction. If all five players are retained, it will cost the franchise Rs 75 crore from their total auction purse. The retention price caps are set at different amounts for each player retained.

The Times of India Mehbooba Mufti cancels election campaign for a day after death of Hassan Nasarallah

People's Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti announced a one-day pause in her J&K assembly election campaign to stand in solidarity with Palestine and Lebanon following Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's death. Jammu and Kashmir elections are being held in three phases, with the final phase on October 1 and results on October 8.

The Times of India ​Pittsburgh Steelers Embrace Justin Fields as starting quarterback

The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently starting Justin Fields at quarterback as Russell Wilson rests his calf injury. With a strong 3-0 start, Fields has impressed both fans and teammates. There are discussions about making him the long-term starter. Meanwhile, the Miami Dolphins have shown interest in trading for Wilson if Tua Tagovailoa remains sidelined.

The Times of India 'Kya idea hai sir ji': Fans hail Rs 7.5 lakh per game IPL move

BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced a match fee of Rs 7.5 lakhs per game for IPL players, allowing them to earn up to Rs 1.05 crore per season. This move is expected to benefit emerging and uncapped players significantly. The IPL Governing Council may finalize decisions on player retentions and Right to Match options in the upcoming auction.

The Times of India Sunburn festival in Rishikesh cancelled after right-wing protests

The Times of India Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann tested positive for leptospirosis

Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann was hospitalized in Mohali after experiencing pulmonary artery inflammation and testing positive for leptospirosis. He is being treated with antibiotics and has shown significant improvement. His vitals are stable, but he will remain under observation for further medical evaluation.

The Times of India Armageddon, Unforgiven and other classic WWE PPV’s that should return after Bad Blood

The 'Bad Blood' Premium Live Event makes a comeback to WWE after over two decades. Fans eagerly anticipate the return of other classic PPVs such as Extreme Rules, Hell in a Cell, Unforgiven, Armageddon, and TLC. Each of these events is celebrated for its thrilling matches and distinctive stipulations for years.

The Times of India Queen Camilla does not want King Charles to meet Prince Harry because...

​The King send a birthday wish to Prince Harry as the prince turned 40 hinting at a thawing of their relationship caused by the hurt that Prince Harry delivered by badmouthing the Royal Family and then quitting the royal responsibilities. But a public birthday wish is the most King Charles would do, a meeting may not happen but nobody is ruling out a meeting as well.

The Times of India For IPL players, Jay Shah introduces match fee of Rs...

BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced a match fee of Rs 7.5 lakhs per game for IPL players, leading to potential earnings of Rs 1.05 crores for those playing all league matches, excluding contract amounts. The IPL retention rules and auction details are expected to be finalized soon after the Governing Council meeting.

The Times of India Mobile internet to be suspended for 8 hours in Assam on Sunday

The Times of India No Dhoni! Shahidi surprises with Pak keeper as his pick in ODI XI

Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi made a surprising choice by excluding MS Dhoni from his all-time ODI World XI. Instead of Dhoni, he selected Pakistan's Rashid Latif as the wicketkeeper. His lineup includes cricket greats like Saeed Anwar, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Kumar Sangakkara, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Mahela Jayawardene, Andrew Flintoff along with bowlers Rashid Khan, Waqar Younis and Jasprit Bumrah.

The Times of India Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Kathua

Security forces confronted terrorists during a cordon and search operation in Kog-Mandli village, Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir. Reinforcements were sent to neutralize the threat. The encounter began around 5.30 pm when police, army, and CRPF teams entered the forested area village. As of the latest reports, the search operation was still ongoing.

The Times of India How Israel executed operation 'New Order' to kill Hezbollah leader Nasrallah in Beirut

Israel executed airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in Lebanon, targeting over 140 sites and killing multiple commanders, including leader Hassan Nasrallah. Iranian deputy commander Abbas Nilforushan was also among the casualties. This week has seen one of the deadliest escalations since the 2006 war between Israel and Hezbollah, with over 700 deaths reported.

The Times of India Former England cricketer praises Indian-origin CEO Nikesh Arora

Kevin Pietersen, a former England cricketer, praised Indian-origin CEO Nikesh Arora as the 'GOAT' for his remarkable leadership at Palo Alto Networks. This recognition was in response to former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo's admiration for Arora's role in the company's growth. The post has attracted considerable attention online.

The Times of India Watch: High-end vehicle catches fire in Mangaluru

In Adyar, Mangaluru, a high-end car caught fire on Saturday while its driver, Gurudeep from BC Road, remained unharmed. The incident took place on the national highway after he parked the vehicle by the roadside. Authorities suspect a short circuit as the cause of the fire. Mangaluru Rural police have registered a case.