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Pune road accident: Truck rams multiple vehicles; six dead, several injured

Tragedy struck near Navale Bridge as a container truck's loss of control led to a devastating accident on the Pune–Bengaluru Highway. Six lives were lost and at least eight sustained injuries when the truck collided with multiple vehicles, igniting a fierce blaze. Authorities are investigating the cause while prioritizing the care of the injured.

Lamar Jackson injury update: Ravens QB expected to play vs Browns Sunday

Baltimore Ravens fans anxiously await Lamar Jackson's return for Sunday's crucial game against the Cleveland Browns. Despite a recent knee soreness, coach John Harbaugh expressed optimism, assuring it's unrelated to his previous hamstring injury. If Jackson can't play, backup Tyler Huntley, familiar with the Browns, is ready to step in, as the Ravens aim to extend their winning streak.

IPL Trade: Washington Sundar set for bigger role at GT; Sherfane Rutherford released

Washington Sundar is in line for a bigger role after GT rejected CSK’s trade offer. The 26-year-old’s rise across formats has impressed the management and the trade of West Indies batter Sherfane Rutherford further explains that. Gujarat Titans are set for a quiet IPL 2026 auction, with captain Shubman Gill and coach Ashish Nehra keen to retain their core.

Delhi blast: Sadar, Chandni Chowk markets falls silent; footfall drops drastically

Central Delhi's wholesale markets are experiencing a significant downturn following a blast near the Red Fort. Outstation buyers are increasingly opting for online purchases, leading to a 50% drop in footfall at Sadar Bazaar and Chandni Chowk. While Sarojini Nagar market remains unaffected, Lajpat Rai Market is largely shut, with traders expressing fear and livelihood concerns.

'Punishment will be message to world': Shah vows action against Delhi blast culprits

Union Home Minister Amit Shah vowed the "strictest possible punishment" for those responsible for the recent Delhi bomb blast, emphasizing that the action will deter future attacks. He assured that all perpetrators will be brought to justice, sending a strong global message against terrorism. Shah also expressed condolences to the victims' families following the incident near the Red Fort.

Gymkhana 'religious conversion' row: Jemimah breaks silence; calls allegation 'false'

The controversy began in October 2024 when Khar Gymkhana terminated Rodrigues’ playing membership, alleging that her father had used her membership to book a hall for religious activities. Rodrigues, who became the first woman cricketer to receive membership in March 2023, denied any wrongdoing. Rodrigues described the incident as one of the most difficult moments of her career.

Hybrid for juniors, classroom for seniors: Teachers and principals debate Delhi’s AQI-driven divide

Delhi schools are implementing hybrid learning for younger students and offline classes for seniors due to severe air pollution. Educators express mixed views, with some supporting the protection of vulnerable children and others questioning the age-specific approach and its practical challenges. The decision highlights the ongoing tension between health and academic needs.

'Dog that hasn't barked': Do new Epstein files exonerate Trump?

At first glance it looked explosive. But the closer the messages were read, the more they collapsed under their own weight. No accusation was made. No crime was alleged. No victim testimony was cited. The only thing that barked was political theatre.

‘Supporting terrorists’: BJP flays Chidambaram; slams ‘homegrown terror’ remark

The Bharatiya Janata Party has strongly criticized Congress leader P Chidambaram for his comments on homegrown terrorists. Union minister Giriraj Singh accused Chidambaram of supporting terrorists and appeasement politics. BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal stated that terrorists have no religion and questioned Chidambaram's past actions. National spokesperson Nalin Kohli alleged Chidambaram is building a political narrative.

Capital on alert: Air India's Toronto flight gets bomb threat, days after Red Fort blast

'Age trolls': Vaibhav Suryavanshi's two-word response goes viral - watch

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, one of the youngest prodigies in Indian cricket, was the subject of light-hearted banter from older teammates Yudhvir Singh Charak and Gurjapneet Singh ahead of the ACC T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup. The viral video captured the players teasing the 14-year-old about his age and hairstyle as the India A squad traveled to Doha.

Asmongold sparks controversy as Trump faces new pressure over Epstein files

Zach Hoyt, known as Asmongold, spoke about pressure on Donald Trump to release Epstein documents. He suggested releasing files would bring clarity. Asmongold noted that hiding information fuels public doubt. His comments highlight how online personalities engage in national discussions. The debate over these files now reaches beyond political circles.

Red Fort blast: Umar's movements 'planned, deliberate' - last 24 hrs tracked

IPL: Mumbai Indians confirm Shardul Thakur's trade from LSG

Shardul Thakur is set to join Mumbai Indians for the 2026 IPL season, with the franchise officially confirming the trade from Lucknow Super Giants. This move marks Thakur's seventh IPL team. The announcement comes ahead of the player retention and release announcements scheduled for Saturday. Mumbai Indians will become the seventh IPL franchise that Shardul has represented.