| IPL 2026: R Ashwin leaves out CSK from his top four, fourth pick comes as surprise Dec 18th 2025, 13:01 by TOI SPORTS DESK Ravichandran Ashwin has revealed his top four IPL contenders, notably excluding his former team Chennai Super Kings. He placed Mumbai Indians at the forefront, followed by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Rajasthan Royals. Ashwin lauded Mumbai Indians' strategic acquisition of Quinton de Kock, believing they are aiming to replicate their 2020 championship squad's balance. | | Canadian-Sikh lawyer who refused to swear oath to King Charles – got the law changed Dec 18th 2025, 12:59 by TOI WORLD DESK A Sikh lawyer successfully challenged Alberta's mandatory oath of allegiance to the King, securing a landmark ruling. The Alberta Court of Appeal declared the requirement a violation of religious freedom under the Charter. This decision brings the province in line with others, allowing for alternative affirmations and upholding Canada's pluralistic society. | | Annamalai arrested: TN cops say no permit for anti-garbage stir; BJP condemns action Dec 18th 2025, 12:53 by TOI NEWS DESK Tamil Nadu police detained former BJP state president K Annamalai and party workers protesting against the dumping of waste from Tiruppur city in Chinnakalipalayam village. The BJP criticized the arrest, calling it a condemnable act by the Stalin government for supporting local residents. | | Inside Josh Allen's luxury car collection: A look at the Bills star's garage Dec 18th 2025, 12:52 by GLOBAL SPORTS DESK Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen's impressive car collection showcases his journey from humble beginnings to NFL stardom. His garage features a mix of rugged trucks like the Ford F-150 Raptor and luxury SUVs such as the Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Range Rover Sport, reflecting his need for utility and comfort in Buffalo's climate. | | 'Violent act' foiled in Australia: 7 held in Sydney; PM vows to stamp out hatred Dec 18th 2025, 12:40 by TOI WORLD DESK Sydney police thwarted a potential violent act on Thursday, arresting seven men in the city's southwest following a tip-off. While the investigation is ongoing, authorities have found no link to the recent Bondi Beach antisemitic shooting. Footage showed officers intercepting vehicles and detaining suspects. | | Ishan Kishan sends message to India selectors with SMAT performance Dec 18th 2025, 12:34 by TOI SPORTS DESK Ishan Kishan smashed a brilliant 101 off 47 balls in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite 2025 final. His innings helped Jharkhand reach 180 for 1 in 14 overs against Haryana. Kishan finished as the tournament's top scorer. He partnered with Kumar Kushagra for an unbeaten 177-run stand. Jharkhand secured a dominant position in the match. | | Facebook tests link-sharing limit: Free users capped at two posts Dec 18th 2025, 12:33 by TIMESOFINDIA.COM Facebook is experimenting with a new limit on sharing external links. Free users can now post only two links daily. To share more, a Meta Verified subscription is needed. This move aims to encourage users to subscribe for enhanced sharing capabilities. The test affects professional mode users and page managers. Publishers are currently excluded from this restriction. | | 15 years on, Uttarakhand HC upholds life term for husband who cut wife into 72 pieces Dec 18th 2025, 12:31 by GAURAV TALWAR Fifteen years after a software engineer murdered his wife, dismembered her body, and disposed of the remains, the Uttarakhand High Court has upheld his life imprisonment. The brutal crime, which occurred in October 2010, came to light when the victim's brother filed a missing complaint, leading to the discovery of body parts and the engineer's arrest. | | NCP minister quits: Convicted in fraud case; CM Fadnavis accepts resignation Dec 18th 2025, 12:24 by TOI NEWS DESK Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate resigned after a court issued arrest warrants in a 1995 housing quota case. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar accepted the resignation in principle, forwarding it to CM Devendra Fadnavis. The Governor has now allocated Kokate's former ministries to Pawar. This follows a similar incident with another NCP politician. | | How Indian-origin Ramaswamy decides who is 'American' Dec 18th 2025, 12:13 by TOI WORLD DESK Ramaswamy's core claim is classically conservative and quietly radical in today's climate: Americanness is binary. You are either American or you are not. There are no gradations based on skin colour, ancestry, or how early your family arrived. | | Warner Bros-Netflix deal: WBD wants Oracle founder's backing Dec 18th 2025, 11:14 by TOI TECH DESK Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has rejected Paramount Skydance's $108 billion hostile takeover bid, deeming it "misleading" and "inadequate." WBD's board urged shareholders to reject the offer, citing financial concerns and a lack of a personal guarantee from Larry Ellison. The company reiterated its preference for a merger agreement with Netflix, which it considers superior and more transparent. | | Arjun Rampal reacts to Preity Zinta's Dhurandhar praise Dec 18th 2025, 08:56 by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESK Arjun Rampal praised Preity Zinta's passion for 'Dhurandhar', saying her excitement inspired him deeply. The actor thanked her on Instagram, expressing gratitude for her constant support. Preity, after watching the film, called it "raw, real, and powerful," hailing Aditya Dhar's direction and the performances of Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Rampal, and others. | | Gisele Bündchen stuns on Florida jet ski date as ex-Tom Brady fuels NFL comeback talk Dec 14th 2025, 01:56 by PRANTIK PRABAL ROY Gisele Bündchen and Joaquim Valente embraced a sun-drenched holiday with a jet ski outing near their Florida home, prioritizing family and privacy after welcoming their son. This choice reflects Bündchen's current focus on grounding moments and personal strength over public spectacle. Meanwhile, Tom Brady confirmed his NFL retirement is permanent due to his ownership stake in the Raiders. | |
