Kerala rapper Hirandas Vedan booked: Doctor alleges repeated sexual assault
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kochi/kerala-rapper-hirandas-vedan-booked-doctor-alleges-repeated-sexual-assault-on-pretext-of-marriage/articleshow/123008830.cms

Kerala-based rapper Hirandas Murali, known as Vedan, faces a sexual assault case after a doctor accused him of repeated sexual relations between August 2021 and March 2023 under the false pretense of marriage. Police have registered the case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code pertaining to sexual assault and deception.

Aniruddhacharya faces backlash; internet up in arms against his sexist comment
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Spiritual speaker Aniruddhacharya, also known as Pookie Baba, sparked outrage with sexist remarks suggesting women unmarried at 25 are promiscuous. His comments, made at a religious event, drew condemnation from women's rights advocates and led to protests demanding legal action. Aniruddhacharya later apologized, claiming his words were taken out of context, and only...

Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for July 31- check list
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/top-stock-recommendations-for-july-31-2025-jindal-steel-ajanta-pharma-godrej-agrovet-best-stocks-to-buy-today/articleshow/123009549.cms

Top stock market recommendations: Nuvama Professional Clients Group's Aakash K Hindocha recommends buying Jindal Steel, Ajanta Pharma, and Godrej Agrovet. Hindocha anticipates range-bound trading for Nifty between 24600 and 25010, advising caution below 24600. Bank Nifty's positive trend targets 56800/57100, contingent on holding above 55800.

Indian man rapes minor in Singapore: Ramalingam Selvasekaran molests 11-year-old
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/nri/indian-man-rapes-minor-in-singapore-ramalingam-selvasekaran-molests-11-year-old-wanting-to-buy-ice-cream-gets-over-14-years-in-jail/articleshow/123008989.cms

An Indian national, Ramalingam Selvasekaran, has been sentenced to over 14 years in a Singapore jail for sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl. The high court found him guilty of rape and outrage of modesty, following incidents at his Jurong West shop in 2021. Despite his denials and claims of erectile dysfunction, the judge deemed the victim's testimony credible.

Techie killed over inter-caste love: Kavin's murder sparks outrage; family refuses to accept body
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/madurai/caste-killing-case-transferred-to-cb-cid-accused-detained-under-goondas/articleshow/123003302.cms

The murder investigation of Kavin Selvaganesh, a 27-year-old dalit man, has been transferred to CB-CID due to the main accused's parents being police sub-inspectors. Surjith has been detained under the Goondas Act. Kavin's parents are refusing to claim his body, demanding the arrest of Surjith's parents and action against allegedly complicit police officials.

Darul Uloom Deoband bans women’s entry again
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/agra/reels-without-veil-spark-crackdown-darul-uloom-deoband-bans-womens-entry-again-seminary-says-visits-distract-students/articleshow/123009852.cms

Darul Uloom Deoband has reimposed a ban on women entering its campus due to repeated violations of social media guidelines. The seminary had conditionally lifted a previous ban last November, but visitors flouted rules by filming and posting videos online. Management sources cited distractions to students and disrespect towards the institution as reasons for the ban.

Chess: Divya dedicates World Cup title to her first trainer, who passed away in 2020
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/chess/chess-divya-deshmukh-dedicates-world-cup-title-to-her-first-trainer-who-passed-away-in-2020/articleshow/123009790.cms

Nineteen-year-old Divya Deshmukh was celebrated at Nagpur airport after her Women's World Cup victory in Batumi, where she triumphed over Koneru Humpy. This win secured her the Grandmaster title, a spot in the Candidates tournament, and a $50,000 prize. She credited her first coach Rahul Joshi, who passed away in 2020.

Watch: Australia’s first home-made rocket crashes 14 seconds after lift-off
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/watch-australias-first-attempt-to-launch-home-made-rocket-goes-up-in-smoke-comes-down-14-seconds-after-lift-off/articleshow/123009540.cms

Australia's first attempt to launch a domestically built rocket into orbit ended in failure as the Eris vehicle crashed shortly after liftoff from Queensland. Despite the setback, Gilmour Space Technologies, the company behind the launch, hailed it as a milestone, noting the successful ignition of all four engines.

Trump tariff impact on stock market: Rs 5 lakh crore lost in just 15 minutes!
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/stock-market-today-live-updates-nifty50-bse-sensex-july-31-2025-donald-trump-25-tariff-on-india-impact-india-us-trade-deal-penalty-for-russia-oil-top-reasons/articleshow/123009220.cms

Stock market today: US President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on Indian exports to America, effective August 1. The biggest risk seen by market experts is the 'additional; penalty' announced by Trump for India's oil and arms purchases from Russia.

Watch: Crazy scenes! Lionel Messi explodes at opponent
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/football/top-stories/watch-crazy-scenes-lionel-messi-explodes-at-opponent-after-dramatic-last-second-assist-seals-inter-miamis-leagues-cup-win/articleshow/123010183.cms

Lionel Messi's brilliance shone again as he delivered two crucial assists, including a last-gasp one, securing Inter Miami's thrilling 2-1 victory over Atlas in the Leagues Cup opener. His visible frustration after the winning goal sparked online buzz. The match was marked by tension, including a sideline argument between coaches.

Study reveals shocking amount of plastic our homes and cars contain
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/are-we-breathing-microplastics-study-reveals-the-shocking-amount-of-plastic-our-homes-and-cars-contain/articleshow/123010313.cms

Indoor air, especially in cars, contains surprisingly high levels of microplastics, with potential inhalation of tens of thousands of particles daily. These particles, often small enough to penetrate deep into lung tissue, originate from synthetic textiles, plastic packaging, and vehicle interiors. Exposure can lead to inflammation, oxidative stress, and other health concerns, prompting calls for mitigation strategies.

Cricket: Gill on the verge of breaking Gavaskar, Bradman records in fifth IND vs ENG Test
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-tour-of-england/shubman-gill-on-the-verge-of-breaking-sunil-gavaskar-don-bradman-records-in-fifth-ind-vs-eng-test/articleshow/123010145.cms

Shubman Gill is on the verge of surpassing Don Bradman's 90-year-old record for most runs by a captain in a Test series, needing just 89 runs. As India face England in the decisive final Test at The Oval, Gill aims to etch his name in history.

UPSC IES and ISS 2025 result released: Direct link to download scorecards here
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/upsc-ies-and-iss-result-released-2025-at-upsc-gov-in-direct-link-to-download-scorecards-here/articleshow/123010463.cms

UPSC has declared the results of the IES and ISS Examinations 2025, held from June 20 to 22. Candidates who cleared the written stage will now proceed to the Personality Test. Their selection remains provisional until document verification. The result PDF is available at upsc.gov.in, with interview dates and DAF submission details to be announced soon.

'India-Russia can take their dead economies down together': Trump’s new jab after tariffs
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/india-russia-can-take-their-dead-economies-down-together-trumps-new-jab-after-25-tariffs-issues-warning-to-ex-russian-president/articleshow/123010731.cms

Donald Trump declared a 25% tariff on Indian imports, stating he doesn't care about India's relationship with Russia, suggesting their economies could decline together. He criticized India's high tariffs and minimal US-Russia trade. Trump also mentioned a deal with Pakistan to develop oil reserves, potentially impacting exports to India.

Watch: US navy F-35 jet crashes near Lemoore Air Station in California
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/watch-us-navy-f-35-crashes-near-lemoore-air-station-in-california-fiery-wreckage-sends-smoke-billowing/articleshow/123010716.cms

A US Navy F-35 fighter jet crashed near Naval Air Station Lemoore in California on Wednesday evening. The pilot successfully ejected, and no immediate injuries were reported. The aircraft belonged to Strike Fighter Squadron VF-125, responsible for F-35 pilot training. The incident occurred around 6:30 pm, approximately 40 miles southwest of Fresno.

Church Street Chaos: German influencer Younes Zarou mobbed by fans in Bengaluru
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bengaluru/after-ed-sheeran-german-influencer-younes-zarou-who-has-21-million-followers-detained-in-bengaluru-over-announced-church-street-meetup/articleshow/123010801.cms

German influencer Younes Zarou was briefly detained in Bengaluru after his social media post drew a massive crowd to Church Street, causing public safety concerns. Police intervened due to the lack of prior permission for the gathering, referencing a past stampede tragedy.

India vs England, 5th Test: Will rain play spoilsport at The Oval?
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-tour-of-england/india-vs-england-5th-test-london-weather-report-will-rain-play-spoilsport-during-ind-vs-eng-test-at-the-oval/articleshow/123010776.cms

Shubman Gill's India faces England in the crucial 5th Test at The Oval, needing a win to level the series. The London weather forecast predicts rain throughout the match, potentially favoring swing bowlers. India seeks to maintain momentum from their Manchester comeback, while England, led by Ollie Pope, deals with injuries, adding intrigue to the contest.

Chidambaram's jibe at PM after Trump tariffs; asks what happened to MIGA + MAGA?
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/big-blow-chidambarams-jibe-at-pm-modi-after-trumps-25-tariff-move-asks-what-happened-to-miga-maga/articleshow/123010418.cms

US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25% tariff on Indian imports sparked criticism. Congress leaders like P Chidambaram questioned the effectiveness of 'Dosti' over diplomacy. Jairam Ramesh highlighted potential setbacks to India-US relations. The Centre responded by stating it is studying the implications and remains committed to protecting national interests.

Alerts, volcano and evacuation: Tsunami warnings lifted after earthquakes hit Russia
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/alerts-volcano-and-evacuation-tsunami-warnings-lifted-in-most-nations-after-strongest-earthquakes-hit-russia-heres-what-to-know/articleshow/123009888.cms

A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering a tsunami that spread across the Pacific. While the impact was minimal in Russia, Chile escalated its warning and initiated evacuations. The event, one of the strongest seismic events recorded, prompted tsunami alerts and advisories across the Pacific, with potential for coastal flooding and damage.

'Insinuation, lie, and distortion': Chidambaram rebuts Shah’s Afzal Guru claim
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/insinuation-lie-and-distortion-chidambaram-rebuts-amit-shahs-afzal-guru-death-sentence-claim-clarifies-mercy-petition-was-pending/articleshow/123010972.cms