’Seismic shift in US trade policy…’: S&P cuts India’s GDP growth forecast again
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/seismic-shift-in-us-trade-policy-sp-cuts-indias-gdp-growth-forecast-for-the-second-time-in-two-months-on-trump-tariff-uncertainty/articleshow/120819706.cms

S&P Global Ratings has lowered India's GDP growth forecasts for 2025-26 and 2026-27, citing trade-related uncertainties stemming from potential US tariff policies. This revision aligns with similar downward adjustments by the Reserve Bank of India.

Crossborder tensions could disrupt sub-continent cricket calendar
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/cross-border-tensions-could-disrupt-sub-continent-cricket-calendar/articleshow/120819736.cms

Tensions between India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh threaten to disrupt the subcontinent's cricket calendar. India's scheduled tour of Bangladesh faces uncertainty due to recent controversial statements from a retired Bangladeshi army officer. The 2025 Asia Cup's fate is also in doubt following the Pahalgam terror attack, making India's participation against Pakistan unlikely.

‘Raid 2’ box office: Ajay Devgn film holds strong as year’s number 2 opening
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/box-office/raid-2-box-office-collection-day-2-live-the-ajay-devgn-starrer-expected-to-hold-well-after-being-the-second-biggest-opener-of-the-year-after-chhaava/articleshow/120819918.cms

Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2', also featuring Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor, had a strong opening, earning ₹19.25 crore on its first day, becoming the second-highest opener of the year after 'Chhaava'. Early trends for day 2 show ₹1.29 crore in morning collections, with expectations of growth over the weekend.

National Herald case: Sonia Gandhi, Rahul get court notice
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/delhi-court-issues-notice-to-sonia-rahul-gandhi-in-rs-5000-crore-national-herald-case/articleshow/120820016.cms

A Delhi court has issued a notice to Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi concerning the National Herald money laundering case, following a previous temporary refusal. The Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet on April 9, alleging Rs 5,000 crore in proceeds of crime. The chargesheet names five individuals and two companies, including Young Indian, where the Gandhis hold a controlling interest.

China’s pain to India’s gain? India may strike better deal with Trump
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/chinas-pain-to-indias-gain-jefferies-says-india-japan-may-strike-better-deal-with-trump-amid-us-china-trade-war/articleshow/120820197.cms

Amid US-China trade tensions, India and Japan could negotiate more favorable trade deals with the US. However, they are unlikely to jeopardize their significant trade relationships with China, which has warned against agreements detrimental to its interests.

Global Press Freedom at 'all-time low' in 2025, RSF says
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/global-press-freedom-at-all-time-low-in-2025-rsf-says/articleshow/120820579.cms

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reports global press freedoms at a record low, particularly criticizing the US under Donald Trump for undermining independent media. The US fell to 57th place in the rankings. Europe enjoys the most press freedom, while China, North Korea, and Eritrea rank lowest. Germany also slipped due to hostility towards journalists.

'PM Modi a tough negotiator': What US VP Vance said on India trade deal
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/us-and-world/us-vice-president-jd-vance-india-trade-deal-on-the-horizon-with-tough-negotiator-pm-modi/articleshow/120821052.cms

'We will sleep ...': Cong hits back at PM's Tharoor-Vijayan dig
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/it-is-going-to-be-difficult-for-pm-to-sleep-congress-hits-back-at-pm-modi-over-tharoor-vijayan-dig-at-india-bloc/articleshow/120820516.cms

KC Venugopal sharply responded to PM Modi's jibe at the INDIA bloc, stating the alliance will ensure the PM has sleepless nights. Venugopal affirmed the INDIA bloc's commitment to pressuring the central government on the caste census, particularly regarding increasing the reservation cap beyond 50%.

India’s manufacturing growth hits 10-month high in April on export surge: Report
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/indias-manufacturing-growth-hits-10-month-high-in-april-on-export-surge-report/articleshow/120821384.cms

India's manufacturing sector surged in April, reaching a 10-month high driven by strong export orders and output growth. Companies increased selling prices at the fastest rate in over 11 years due to rising costs. Hiring activity also accelerated, reflecting robust demand and positive business confidence for the year ahead.

ITR-3 form notified for ITR filing: Know what’s new for taxpayers
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/financial-literacy/taxation/new-itr-3-form-notified-for-income-tax-return-filing-for-fy-2024-25-heres-whats-new-for-taxpayers/articleshow/120821198.cms

The Income Tax Department has released ITR form 3 for FY 2024-25, featuring key changes like an increased asset/liability reporting threshold and revised capital gains reporting.

MetaAI is filled with lies, says Conservative activist Robby Starbuck
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/metaai-is-filled-with-lies-says-conservative-activist-robby-starbuck-takes-whatsapp-ai-chatbot-to-court/articleshow/120822472.cms

Robby Starbuck, a conservative activist, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Meta, alleging that its AI chatbot disseminated false statements about his involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot. Starbuck claims the AI's false accusations have damaged his character and endangered his family.

What's happened in elections so far and what's still to come?
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1k410w11r3o

Reform UK wins its first Parliamentary by-election and makes early gains in council elections.

'Runs the currency' as batting decision looms
https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/cj3xdgn7j2vo

England selector Luke Wright says "runs are the currency" as a decision looms over the batting line-up for marquee series against India and Australia later this year.

Poppy's tears, Elton John & Happy Gilmore - McIlroy on Jimmy Fallon show
https://www.bbc.com/sport/golf/articles/cvg9yzgvr1jo

Dissecting Rory McIlroy's performance on the 'Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon' - including a chipping contest and his Masters doubts.

Constance Marten tells jury she worried she would be seen as 'evil mother'
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpvrepm2lplo

Constance Marten and Mark Gordon deny charges of manslaughter by gross negligence and causing or allowing the death of a child.

Sycamore Gap accused claims 'best pal' did it
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8x8kww54w7o

Daniel Graham claims his co-accused felled the world famous tree and asked him to take the blame.

South African woman guilty of kidnapping and trafficking daughter aged 6
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y6d72pqk6o

Joshlin Smith's disappearance last year sent shockwaves across South Africa. She is yet to be found.

Watch: There's no point in continuing to fight anymore, says Prince Harry
https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cwy6zd49490o

The Duke of Sussex says the downgrading of taxpayer-funded protection makes visiting the UK too risky.

Evacuations in Chile and Argentina after tsunami warning
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8dg32qmg7qo

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off of Chile's southern coast on Friday morning.

Popovich steps down as Spurs coach after 29 years
https://www.bbc.com/sport/basketball/articles/ckg5842djxko

Gregg Popovich steps down from his position as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs after 29 seasons with the team.