The Times of India Blinkit, Swiggy to get ‘American competition’ in 2025 in Quick Commerce market

In 2025, India's Quick Commerce market will see increased competition as American giants Amazon and Flipkart challenge established players like Blikit and Swiggy. Amazon's "Tez" and Flipkart's "Minutes" are rapidly expanding, focusing on rapid delivery with innovative approaches, dark stores, and partnerships with logistics firms.

The Times of India Bumrah's 150-plus overs in Australia: Not a first for the pace spearhead

Workload management is crucial for modern cricketers to stay fresh and injury-free. Jasprit Bumrah's heavy bowling schedule during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series raised concerns, especially after he suffered a back spasm. Despite bowling 151.2 overs, his teammates and Aussie bowlers bowled more, highlighting the need for careful workload management. Historical comparisons show varying workloads of Indian bowlers in past series.

The Times of India 'Kohli should have been banned for what he did to Konstas'

Former England pacer Steve Harmison has criticised Virat Kohli for his altercation with debutant Sam Konstas during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, suggesting Kohli should be given a ban for his conduct. Harmison advised Konstas to avoid provoking players, especially ahead of the Ashes series against England. Kohli received a demerit point and 20% fine for his actions during the incident.

The Times of India 'Thought we were dead': Tirupati stampede survivor recounts horror

A deadly stampede occurred at Tirupati's Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam ticket distribution, leaving six dead and over 40 injured. Witness D Venkata Lakshmi described the chaos, with people walking over others and pushing uncontrollably. Survivors blamed poor crowd management by police, noting the sudden gate opening led to the panic. The tragedy could have been prevented with better crowd control measures.

The Times of India 'Debar BJP's Parvesh Verma': AAP doubles down on poll fraud charges

Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP of electoral malpractice in New Delhi Assembly constituency, alleging fake applications for vote cancellations and additions. He demands stringent action against BJP candidate Parvesh Verma and election officials involved. AAP calls for Election Commission intervention to ensure fair elections and uphold democracy.

The Times of India Shreyas Iyer: The X-factor Team India needs for Champions Trophy

Shreyas Iyer is considered a crucial asset for Team India in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy due to his dependable middle-order batting and skill against spin. Despite recent setbacks, Iyer has shown impressive form in domestic cricket, including leading Mumbai to title victory in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, making him a strong contender for the squad.

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The Times of India Elon Musk on Shiv Sena leader's comment: They are not ASIAN gangs but PAKISTANI

Elon Musk supported Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi after she criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for using the term 'Asian' in a child sexual abuse scandal. Chaturvedi argued the correct term should be 'Pakistani grooming gangs' to prevent stigmatizing all Asians.

The Times of India L&T chairman to employees: Regret not being able to make you work on Sundays

L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan faced backlash after expressing regret for not being able to enforce a seven-day workweek for his employees. His comments sparked a debate on work-life balance and mental health, with many criticizing the push for excessive work hours.

The Times of India California Wildfires: Did woke politics hamper rescue efforts?

California’s wildfires have sparked a political blame game, with Elon Musk and MAGA supporters accusing Democrats’ diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies of undermining disaster response efforts. Critics argue that DEI dilutes meritocracy and diverts resources from critical infrastructure to ideological projects. However, experts highlight that wildfires are primarily driven by climate change, poor water management, and outdated infrastructure—issues unrelated to DEI. While valid concerns exist about California’s preparedness under its Democratic leadership, scapegoating DEI oversimplifies a complex crisis. Addressing systemic challenges like climate resilience and infrastructure investment is vital, rather than reducing the debate to ideological battles.

The Times of India TCS sees 12% rise in profit; interim dividend of Rs 10 per share declared

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) reported a 12% increase in net profit for the December quarter, reaching Rs 12,380 crore. Revenue for Q3FY25 grew by 5.6% to Rs 63,973 crore.

The Times of India Outlaws kidnap three Hindus in Pakistan, threaten police with killings

Armed criminals in Pakistan's Punjab province kidnapped three Hindus and demanded the release of their accomplices from police custody. The victims were taken to a crime-ridden riverine area. The kidnappers threatened to kill the captives and attack police if their demands were not met.

The Times of India ‘How long can you stare at your wife?’: L&T chief bats for 90-hr work week

L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan advocates for a 90-hour work week and working on Sundays, expressing that excessive work hours are key to global competitiveness. His remarks, citing China's intensive work culture, have sparked backlash on social media.

The Times of India $57bn and counting: Cost of monster LA wildfire will be 'astronomical'

The Los Angeles wildfires have become one of the most destructive natural disasters in US history, causing five deaths and the destruction of over 1,000 structures. Strong winds fueled the blaze, complicating firefighting efforts. Damage and economic loss are estimated between $52 billion and $57 billion, with long-term health effects anticipated.

The Times of India 1976 Sambhal riots: Case to be reopened after 46 years as UP govt orders fresh probe

The UP government has ordered a new investigation into the Sambhal riots of 1976, which resulted in the deaths of 184 people. The accused were acquitted in 2010 due to a lack of evidence. A report is to be submitted in a week by the police and administration.