It’s not just the US. Tesla sales are cratering in China as well
Chinese customers who once flocked to Tesla are turning more and more to local brands that offer more efficient cars with better technology, sometimes at half the price
- Alexandra Stevenson
- New York Times
Is pressure to be a ‘good Muslim’ dragging Pak cricketers down?
The latest debacle at the Champions Trophy has again prompted questions in the Pakistani media about how important enthusiastic display of religiosity is in the country’s cricket team. Can a lack of willingness to wear your religion on your sleeve cost you a place in the team? And do cricketers use religion to shield themselves when things go wrong on the field?
- Team TOI Plus
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
What Gulmarg fashion show tells us about outrage factory
This is not the first time a fashion faux pas has caused a political furore. But surely, there are more pressing issues in the UT that demand action and resolution?
Why anti-DEI Trump may fuel rise in hate speech in India
Trump’s directives have emboldened social media platforms to bin fact-checkers and rely on crowdsourcing. This could amplify hate
Will Pakistan and Bhutan be part of Trump’s new travel ban list?
A draft circulating inside the administration lists three tiers of countries whose citizens may face restrictions on entering the US
- Charlie SavageKen Bensinger
- New York Times
Why Gujaratis get more pay but more Punjabis stay in the US
Punjabis have an asylum success rate of 63% against Gujaratis’ 25% but earn $10,000 less than Gujaratis, who make $58,000 a year on average, new research shows
‘Motu. Chashmish. Taklu. Lambu’: India’s big fat shaming problem
Taunts from peers and parents can shatter a child’s confidence. We need to choose our words wisely, say experts
- Neha Bhayana
- TNN
5 years on, a clearer picture of Covid’s lasting effects on the body
Scientists are starting to understand how the virus can lead to long-term, sometimes invisible changes
- Dani BlumNina Agrawal
- New York Times
Why Fadnavis wants a Shivaji memorial in Agra to rival Taj Mahal
Shivaji Maharaj’s daring escape from Aurangzeb’s captivity in Agra is now at the center of a fresh political storm. As Maharashtra unveils plans for a grand memorial near the Taj Mahal, critics argue it’s a bid to reshape the city’s historical narrative
- Alka DhupkarRajesh Sharma
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Will India’s redrawn electoral map make the 2029 LS polls pointless?
Southern states fear that the Centre’s push to revise regional representation in Parliament with updated population data will erode their political relevance. Are the fears justified?
- Andy Mukherjee
- Bloomberg
Why India can’t afford to ignore Modi’s warning on obesity crisis
With obesity rates soaring and healthcare costs linked to it projected to exceed $50 billion by 2030, can India make urgent policy reforms, medical interventions and lifestyle changes to curb the growing epidemic before it overwhelms the nation’s health infrastructure?
- Lata Mishra
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
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Following the hijack, Pak leaders parroted the same lines, showing nothing will change in Balochistan. They should know the incident indicates militants can pose even bigger challenges for the army
The N-Word Is Back
Trump’s foreign policy has changed strategic calculations about nukes. Many states now see them as the only guarantee of security. But a new nuclear race will be a nightmare
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The Maharashtra government’s Rs 10 crore Media Monitoring Centre will track and classify news as “positive” or “negative”, sparking fears of censorship and press intimidation. Critics warn it threatens media independence
- Alka Dhupkar
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
How Ranjani Srinivasan dodged US immigration and fled to Canada
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‘Duped by agents, we crossed harsh jungles, crocodile-infested waters to reach the US, only to be held and deported’
A Haryana youth took the dangerous ‘dunki’ route to the US to earn money. He paid around ₹40-45 lakh, borrowing heavily. Though promised a 45-day journey, he was stuck for seven months due to a dispute between agents. Eventually, he crossed into the US but was detained immediately. Now back home, he is clueless about how he would repay his debts. There are others who faced similar ordeal
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From preserving heritage to resolving temple-mosque disputes, has ASI lost its way?
Has the body lost its original focus on protecting cultural heritage, and become more aligned with resolving centuries-old temple-mosque clashes? The controversial shift from heritage to religious excavations
- Richi Verma
- TNN
Brands discover power of payer in pilgrim rush
As UP basks in Maha Kumbh bounty, religious tourism in India is transforming the pilgrimage economy, throwing up lucrative opportunities for businesses
How the humble gamchha became a fashion statement
Designers and artists are elevating this trusty companion of the working class with creative iterations
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Meet the viral ‘papa’ pastors taking Jesus to Bathinda and Birmingham
Even sexual harassment and tax cases have not dampened the popularity of Punjab’s self-styled preachers who are using social media to grow their flock beyond the state
Burning rage or selective storm?
Anger can ruin lives, one’s own as well as of those around. But is anger as uncontrollable as it’s made out to be? The grouchy do not dare to flare up at those in power and their anger finds easy targets—the defenceless, the dependent, the ones who cannot fight back. Valluvar had some surprisingly new age insights on the subject. Listen in to know more.
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She was young, healthy, and full of life — so why did her heart stop?
A 23-year-old woman recently collapsed mid-dance at a wedding in Madhya Pradesh, dying of sudden cardiac arrest. With no prior health issues, her death echoes rising cases of unexplained heart failures in young adults, sparking urgent calls for cardiac screening and awareness
- Lata MishraKarishma Kotwal
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Trump Can’t Fly Them All Back
Never mind chained deportees. Of 7 lakh Indian illegal immigrants, only around 20k may be sent back. Logistical problems & business needs mean the rest, like most of the 10mn illegals in US, will stay put
Why thousands of Indian students in Canada are in panic mode
As new immigration regulations take effect, increased rejections and processing delays are raising concerns about Canada’s long-term appeal as a study destination
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You call it madness, I call it love
If there is one thing which breaks the monotony of life, which manifests differently each time, it would be love. Valluvar has dedicated no less than 25 chapters on the subject. How does one decipher and navigate this complex emotion? Find out in this week’s episode.
- Team TOI
- TNN
Gold Is A Primary Emotion...And A Source Of Crime
Women or men, Indians just can’t get enough of it. That means petty thieves to celebrities to smugglers, they’re constantly being tempted to steal it for us. Also, from us
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India’s most celebrated metropolis is a textbook case of how fancy transport projects can create more urban snarl. It’s driven people to nostalgia for simple BEST days
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The family office is the hottest career choice — it’s risk-free, stress-free and tan-friendly. And it involves golfing, drinking champagne and/or driving a brand-new Lamborghini
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How a boatman earned ₹30 crore in 45 days at the Maha Kumbh
Recalling the bustling crowds of the 2019 Kumbh, Pintu Mahara made a bold and calculated gamble: He took a loan and mortgaged the family jewellery to expand his fleet from 60 to 130 boats. And the gamble paid off big time
- Kapil Dixit
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Ask Who Sold You The Mithai & Namkeen
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Karnataka’s proposal to reserve 4% of government contracts for Muslim contractors has ignited a fierce political and legal battle. While the Congress calls it ‘affirmative action’, the BJP says it is ‘appeasement’
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Balochistan has long been plagued by separatist violence and insurgent activity. But the Jaffar Express hijacking shows the growing strength of the Baloch Liberation Army
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- New York Times
Should you sell all your investments in small- and mid-cap funds?
Your strategy should depend on risk tolerance, time horizon and investment size. Excess of this category can be risky
- Sanket Dhanorkar
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Hackers, scammers, Ukraine war and an arrest in Kerala
Russian crypto exchange Garantex is accused of laundering proceeds of crime. Now, one of its chiefs is in India’s net. How did they wash dirty cash? A quick lowdown
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