Lisa Brenner

Suvendu Adhikari has been unanimously elected BJP legislative party leader and will be Bengal's next chief minister. Union Home Minister Amit Shah made the announcement, highlighting Adhikari's fighting spirit and administrative experience. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance.

Investors from Tier-2 & -3 cities embrace stocks and mutual funds, but gaps in advisory may leave many vulnerable

A chilling case has emerged in Hyderabad, where Tanuja Ranjan, the spouse of a former IPS officer, was found dead in her home. Investigators suspect foul play by a domestic worker and an accomplice, who allegedly smothered her after restraining her. It appears that the motive behind this horrific act was theft, with significant valuables disappearing from the scene.

Krunal Pandya reflects on his 11-season IPL journey, crediting adaptability, fitness and constant reinvention for his longevity and success with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The left-arm spinner discusses refining his bowling for bounce and deception, embracing challenges, and staying driven by an ambition to return to India’s national team. Gratitude, resilience and evolution remain central to his career and mindset.

TVK had the support of 117 legislators in the 234-member assembly, as VCK was yet to give its support in letter

Multi-Lane Free Flow system, set to be implemented from today, will allow vehicles to cruise through toll plazas, promising faster travel and lower congestion. TOI takes a test drive

A US-based businessman, Graham Walker, gifted his 540 employees a staggering $240 million from the $1.7 billion sale of his family's company, Fibrebond Corp. This generous act, where workers received an average of $443,000, stemmed from a condition Walker imposed before the sale to power-management giant Eaton.

Delhi Capitals' playoff hopes are in dire straits after an eight-wicket loss to Kolkata Knight Riders. A batting collapse against KKR's spinners, coupled with a poor Net Run Rate, has pushed DC to eighth place. They now need to win all three remaining matches to have any chance of qualification, facing a must-win scenario in every upcoming fixture. Unless Delhi suddenly produce their most complete cricket of the season over the final three matches, IPL 2026 is rapidly heading towards an early finish for Axar Patel’s side.

India's DRDO successfully test-fired a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) off the Odisha coast, a development that could place any country worldwide within its strike range. This achievement signifies India's mastery of complex rocket propulsion and guidance systems, enhancing its strategic deterrence capabilities.