| Four Decembers of Ishan Kishan: Double century, dropped, Bhagavad Gita and redemption Dec 19th 2025, 05:09 by PRATYUSH RAJ Ishan Kishan's career has swung between extremes — a historic double century, prolonged benching, questions over attitude and eventual spiritual rediscovery. Across four Decembers in four years, the wicketkeeper-batter found solace in the Bhagavad Gita amid professional setbacks. Now leading Jharkhand with explosive returns, Kishan's hunger to reclaim his India place burns brighter than ever. | | Donald Trump hypes UFC White House fight with candid shout-out to Dana White Dec 19th 2025, 05:00 by LACHIT ROY Donald Trump has announced plans to host a historic UFC fight on the White House South Lawn as part of America's 250th anniversary celebrations in 2026. Scheduled for Flag Day on June 14, the event will be hosted by UFC CEO Dana White and feature top champion fighters. The fight is part of Trump's broader Freedom 250 agenda. | | Bengaluru horror: 2 college students, electrician arrested for gang-raping 19-year-old Dec 19th 2025, 04:58 by TNN Two college students and an electrician were arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly gang-raping a 19-year-old student and blackmailing her with an obscene video. The accused befriended the survivor on social media, secretly recorded private moments, and used the footage to coerce her into repeated sexual acts. Police have recovered their mobile phones for forensic analysis. | | ICICI Prudential AMC listing: Stock lists at 20% premium; check price, outlook & more Dec 19th 2025, 04:54 by TOI BUSINESS DESK ICICI Prudential AMC debuted on the stock market with a premium, trading on both BSE and NSE. The IPO saw strong investor demand, particularly from Qualified Institutional Buyers. Brokerages maintain a positive long-term outlook, citing the company's strong financial performance, diversified assets, and India's growing financialization trend. Experts suggest it's a good long-term investment opportunity. | | Red alert in North India: Dense fog in Delhi, UP, Punjab and Haryana; 150 flights cancelled Dec 19th 2025, 04:47 by TOI NEWS DESK North India is grappling with a red alert for dense fog, severely impacting visibility and travel. Simultaneously, Delhi and surrounding regions are experiencing 'very poor' to 'severe' air quality, with authorities urging residents to limit outdoor exposure. Flights are facing delays due to the challenging weather conditions. | | IND vs SA: Bench strength on trial; Gill injury opens auditions as NZ series, T20 WC loom Dec 19th 2025, 04:36 by HINDOL BASU Shubman Gill's injury opens doors for T20I experimentation, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and potentially Sanju Samson vying for the opener's spot. KL Rahul is being considered for a middle-order wicketkeeper role, while Rinku Singh and Ruturaj Gaikwad also remain in contention. The bowling unit is largely stable, though Axar Patel's absence might see Washington Sundar return. | | 'Can't breathe': Journalists trapped inside as protesters storm and torch B'desh media houses Dec 19th 2025, 04:11 by TOI WORLD DESK Widespread unrest erupted in Bangladesh following the death of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi, a critic of former PM Sheikh Hasina. Protests turned violent in Dhaka, with attacks on major media houses and the Indian deputy ambassador's residence. Hadi was shot last month, just before elections he intended to contest. | | Nadella demands full commitment from top brass; executive exits loom Dec 19th 2025, 03:37 by TOI TECH DESK Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is demanding executives fully embrace the company's AI transformation or face departure. He views AI as both a critical opportunity and a potential threat, personally engaging leaders to ensure commitment. This aggressive push involves significant organizational shifts and a renewed focus on technical innovation to prevent obsolescence. | | 'The brain runs on 20 watts': Anupam Mittal on why AI won't replace humans anytime soon Dec 19th 2025, 03:34 by TOI TECH DESK Shark Tank India judge Anupam Mittal believes AI is far from replacing humans, highlighting the immense energy and scale required to mimic the human brain's real-time processing. He argues that qualities like creativity and judgment, evolved over millions of years, are emergent properties AI cannot replicate, making human ingenuity irreplaceable for now. | | 'Lolita', Bill Gates and passports: New Epstein photos released Dec 19th 2025, 03:29 by TOI WORLD DESK New photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate have emerged, implicating prominent figures like Bill Gates and Sergey Brin. The House Oversight Committee released these images, raising questions about the Department of Justice's handling of the case. The documents, including cryptic messages and personal items, are being unveiled ahead of a crucial deadline, fueling calls for full transparency. | | Rakesh Bedi calls criticism about him 'kissing' Sara Arjun 'stupid' Dec 19th 2025, 01:24 by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESK Actor Rakesh Bedi has addressed the controversy surrounding a kiss at the Dhurandhar trailer launch. He stated that the gesture towards co-star Sara Arjun, who plays his daughter, was misinterpreted. Bedi explained their father-daughter bond and warmth were misunderstood. He emphasized that Sara's parents were present, and his intentions were pure. | | From ashes to haze: How daily garbage burning continues to fuel Delhi's toxic air Dec 18th 2025, 22:35 by ABHAY Delhi's fire department is overwhelmed by garbage burning incidents, averaging 11 calls daily. Careless disposal of ashes and deliberate fires contribute to severe air pollution and pose risks to emergency operations. Experts emphasize that while seemingly minor, cumulative waste burning significantly impacts air quality, demanding serious attention alongside other pollution sources. | | Kristin Cabot speaks out: Woman on Coldplay kiss cam with CEO boss finally breaks her silence Dec 18th 2025, 13:14 by TRENDING DESK A human resources executive, Kristin Cabot, has broken her silence after being filmed embracing her married CEO boss on a giant screen at a Coldplay concert. She described the moment as a single, alcohol-fueled mistake, not a sexual relationship, and has since faced intense public shaming and death threats. | | 'Gemini 3 can do things that Copilot can't': Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman Dec 17th 2025, 10:19 by TOI TECH DESK Microsoft's AI chief, Mustafa Suleyman, acknowledged Google's Gemini 3's capabilities while highlighting Copilot's unique strengths, particularly in real-time visual interaction. He emphasized Microsoft's commitment to developing AI that serves human interests, drawing a firm line against autonomous systems that could become uncontrollable. This stance follows a revised OpenAI agreement. | |
