The Times of India Watch: Security forces defuse massive IEDs made using empty beer bottles

The Times of India 'Without doubt': Rohit and Virat defended by ex-cricketer for CT2025

Aakash Chopra announced his squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy, backing Rohit Sharma as captain and opener. He included players like Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and a mix of seasoned bowlers and spinners.

The Times of India Why HSBC has downgraded India to ‘neutral’ from ‘overweight’

HSBC has downgraded India's outlook to 'Neutral' from 'overweight', setting a target of Rs 85,990 for 2025 for BSE Sensex. The firm cites lower corporate profits and high valuations as key concerns.

The Times of India SKY and Samson won’t feature in ODI squad, explains ex-opener

Aakash Chopra selected his squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy, excluding Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav. He emphasized Rohit Sharma’s leadership and credits Shreyas Iyer's recent performance. KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant will be included as wicketkeeper-batters. Chopra picked Iyer due to his consistent run-scoring, while Pant replaces Ishan Kishan.

The Times of India Memes on Ranbeer Allabadia, others go viral with buzz on Nikhil Kamath hosting PM Modi

Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, teases a podcast episode that may feature Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kamath's reference to the PM's visit to Bengaluru and a mysterious guest's laughter have fueled speculation. The teaser also inspired humorous reactions and memes on social media.

The Times of India Memes on Ranveer Allahbadia, others go viral with buzz on Nikhil Kamath hosting PM Modi

Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, teases a podcast episode that may feature Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kamath's reference to the PM's visit to Bengaluru and a mysterious guest's laughter have fueled speculation. The teaser also inspired humorous reactions and memes on social media.

The Times of India Elon Musk's Space X to provide free Starlink terminals for LA fire-affected areas

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced on Thursday that the company would be providing free Starlink terminals to fire-affected areas in Los Angeles. This decision was made after reports highlighted TV crews' reliance on Starlink’s satellite internet service for live updates amidst connectivity blackouts, emphasizing its crucial role in disaster zones.

The Times of India 'Virat Kohli wouldn't mind being captain again'

With Rohit Sharma's Test future uncertain, the BCCI might soon need a new full-time Test captain. Jasprit Bumrah seems the likely choice, though his workload is a concern. Adam Gilchrist speculates a return for Virat Kohli, while Michael Vaughan suggests Bumrah should replace Rohit, with Shubman Gill as the vice-captain.

The Times of India 'Everyone knows': Ex-India player 'very disappointed' with Kohli

Virat Kohli's struggles in red-ball cricket persisted during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he averaged just 23.75. Dismissed repeatedly by Australia's Scott Boland, Kohli's vulnerability to deliveries outside off-stump raised concerns. Former cricketer Parthiv Patel criticised Kohli's inability to adapt, pointing to a decline in form and mental discipline over the past five years.

The Times of India MP man kills 28 pet pigeons in retaliation for personal feud

In Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, a man allegedly killed 28 of his neighbor's pet pigeons by twisting their necks due to personal enmity. The incident took place at Kajal Roy's residence, and a case has been registered under the Animal Cruelty Act against Mohit Khan.

The Times of India More flu patients than hMPV in China, no unusual outbreaks: Report

Though hMPV cases are reported to increase in China, WHO confirms they are within the expected range for winter. Chinese authorities maintain their healthcare system is managing well. India reports a few hMPV cases among infants but assures there's no cause for panic. Most hMPV cases are mild and resolve on their own.

The Times of India Infosys chairman Nandan Nilekani to Satya Nadella: I know you met PM Modi yesterday…

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a $3 billion investment in India's cloud and AI infrastructure, including new data centers. He discussed India's role in AI innovation with Infosys chairman Nandan Nilekani, highlighting the importance of balancing AI innovation with safeguards and India's favorable environment for rapid technology adoption.

The Times of India '10 days of marriage': IIM graduate says family suffered five-year ordeal by sister-in-law

Prathyusha Challa, an IIM Ahmedabad graduate, shared her family's distressing experience of alleged extortion by her former sister-in-law. The viral video highlighted how the marriage ended in just 10 days and the subsequent legal battle that has lasted five years without trial. The case has greatly affected Challa's career and her parents' health, sparking discussions on social media.

The Times of India Russian female students to get over Rs 80,000 for delivering healthy baby

Russia introduces a policy to offer financial incentives to female students under 25 who give birth, amid a low birth rate. The measure, starting in 2025, raises concerns over its adequacy and exclusion of critical support areas such as childcare and postpartum recovery.

The Times of India How did this 23-year-old hiker survive two weeks in Australia's remote mountains?

A 23-year-old medical student, Hadi Nazari, survived for 14 days in the snowy mountains of Kosciuszko National Park after getting lost while hiking. He managed to stay alive by drinking creek water, foraging for berries, and finding two muesli bars. Nazari was eventually found by a group of hikers and airlifted to a hospital.