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The Times of India Abhishek and Aishwarya make 1st appearance together amid divorce rumours
Bollywood's beloved couple, Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, quashed recent divorce rumours with a joyful appearance at a party. Pictures of the pair, twinning in blue and radiating happiness, quickly went viral. The couple posed for selfies with guests, including Aishwarya's mother, Brindya Rai.
The Times of India Drama as KL Rahul survives off no-ball, Virat Kohli returns to pavilion
India's second Test against Australia at the Adelaide Oval began with a shaky start. KL Rahul, replacing Rohit Sharma as opener, survived two scares in one over. Scott Boland, returning to Test cricket, had Rahul caught behind off a no-ball and then dropped at first slip in the same over. India struggled at 19/1 after the initial overs.
The Times of India KS Ravikumar's mother passes away; Celebrities pay their last respect
Tamil filmmaker K.S. Ravikumar mourns the passing of his mother, Rukmani Ammal, at 88. The funeral was held at their Chennai residence, with film fraternity members and fans paying respects. Ravikumar, known for directing iconic hits like 'Muthu' and 'Padayappa', is deeply saddened by the loss. The industry and fans offered condolences, acknowledging his significant contributions to Tamil cinema.
The Times of India Google CEO Sundar Pichai ‘challenges’ Microsoft to an ‘AI fight’
Google CEO Sundar Pichai threw down the gauntlet to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. Pichai proposed a direct comparison of their AI models. This followed Nadella's comments on Google's AI struggles. Pichai emphasized Google's strong third-quarter earnings. He cited growth driven by AI in search and cloud computing. Pichai believes Google is well-positioned to lead in the age of AI.
The Times of India How 'flirting' unmasked CEO killer suspect: Story behind viral grinning pic
A key suspect in the targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has been identified through hostel CCTV footage. A flirtatious exchange with a female employee led to the unmasking. The suspect, seen talking on a phone before the shooting, purchased refreshments at a Starbucks afterward.
The Times of India Why Ashwin ahead of Washington makes sense for Adelaide Test
India captain Rohit Sharma has shuffled the playing XI for the second Test against Australia, a day-night match in Adelaide. Rohit, Gill, and veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin return, replacing Padikkal, Jurel, and Sundar. Ashwin's impressive pink-ball record, including 18 wickets in five matches, and his reliable batting at number six influenced the decision.
The Times of India How this cute AI pet is redefining companionship
Moflin, an AI pet, offers comfort and companionship. It interacts through movements and sounds. Moflin learns and adapts to its owner. It provides a personalized connection. The AI pet reacts to touch and voice. It has a five-hour battery life. Moflin is available in Japan and a wider availability is planned.
The Times of India PM Modi pays tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar on 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in paying homage to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas at Parliament House. Several dignitaries, including Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, also paid their respects. December 6th marks the anniversary of Dr. Ambedkar's death, the chief architect of India's Constitution and a champion of social justice.
The Times of India Why Aussies are wearing black armbands in pink-ball Test
India chose to bat first after winning the toss against Australia in the second Test at Adelaide Oval. Australian players wore black armbands in memory of Phillip Hughes on the 10-year anniversary of his tragic passing and Ian Redpath, who recently died. Hughes' death led to significant safety improvements in cricket.
The Times of India With over 14 years of civil war, why is history haunting Syria
Islamist rebels seized Hama, advancing closer to Damascus in Syria's ongoing civil war. The city holds historical significance due to the 1982 Hama Massacre, where Hafez al-Assad's forces killed thousands. Russia monitors the situation, while Hezbollah pledges support to the Syrian government against the rebels.
The Times of India Golden duck! Yashasvi Jaiswal dismissed off first ball in Adelaide
India's second Test against Australia at the Adelaide Oval started poorly as opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed for a golden duck by Mitchell Starc. Jaiswal was trapped leg-before-wicket in the first over, opting not to review the decision. This follows his contrasting performances in the first Test, where he scored a duck and then a match-winning 161.
The Times of India Delhi murder: Youth slit sister's throat 1st, stabbed father in head, ambushed mother
A 20-year-old Delhi man, Arjun Tanwar, has confessed to the brutal murders of his parents and sister. He allegedly used his father's army knife, pre-planning the attack and researching poisoning methods. Despite previous threats against his sister, neighbors described Arjun as quiet and disciplined, expressing shock at the horrific crime. He showed no remorse during the crime scene reconstruction.
The Times of India BSE Sensex opens flat ahead of RBI policy; Nifty50 above 24,700
Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened flat in trade on Friday ahead of the RBI monetary policy. While BSE Sensex was in green, Nifty50 was marginally down.
The Times of India Ashwin returns as India make three changes for Pink-Ball Test
India opted to bat first in the second day-night Test against Australia at Adelaide Oval after Rohit Sharma won the toss. Ravichandran Ashwin returned to the playing XI, replacing Washington Sundar. Sharma confirmed his return to the middle order, with Shubman Gill also coming in for Devdutt Padikkal. Australia's only change was Scott Boland replacing the injured Josh Hazlewood.
The Times of India World's priciest Dinosaur fossil arrives in New York with a staggering price tag
Billionaire Kenneth Griffin's record-breaking stegosaurus fossil, nicknamed Apex, will be displayed at the American Museum of Natural History for four years. The loan allows public viewing and research access, including 3D scans for scientists. While paleontologists raise concerns about privately owned specimens, the museum emphasizes the fossil's scientific and public value.