Rondale Moore during his time with the Arizona Cardinals. (Image via Getty)

The NFL is still trying to process how fast everything changed for Rondale Moore. By Saturday night in New Albany, Ind., the 25-year-old Minnesota Vikings wide receiver was gone, found in a garage with what police say appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.Hours before that, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown says his phone lit up with a message from his former Arizona Cardinals teammate. That single notification turned into the detail that makes this story even harder to shake, and it has pushed the league back into a conversation about what players carry in silence.

Hollywood Brown reveals final texts in the hours before Rondale Moore’s death

Brown went public with his shock on social media after news of Moore’s death broke. On X, he wrote, “Bro ain’t no way,” the Kansas City Chiefs player wrote on X Feb. 21, “brotha you just messaged me few hours ago.”In a follow-up post, he tried to speak directly to what Moore had been fighting through. “You wasn’t alone bro..” Brown wrote. “I told you I know how you feel.”Brown and Moore shared a locker room with the Cardinals in 2022 and 2023 and stayed close even after trades and injuries pushed their careers onto different tracks. After Moore tore his ACL for a second time during the Vikings’ first preseason game in 2025, Brown sent him a long message. He shared part of that thread again this week, including the line, “I’m here if you ever need to talk,” before reminding him he was built to handle setbacks and urging him not to give up.He later added another line over a screenshot of that conversation: “I love you bro. I always wanted to speak life into you.”Those posts turned a death notice into something more raw. It was not just that Moore was gone. It was that, according to Brown, he had reached out only a few hours before everything ended.

Injuries, pressure and a suspected self-inflicted gunshot that ended Rondale Moore’s career

Police in New Albany say Moore was found in a garage on Saturday, Feb. 21, and that the early indication points to a self-inflicted gunshot wound. An autopsy was scheduled as part of the ongoing investigation, and officials have not yet closed the case.Moore’s football story had looked like a straight climb when it started. He broke out at Purdue as a freshman All-American, then became a second-round pick by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2021 NFL Draft. He played three seasons in Arizona, flashed as a space player, and lined up alongside Brown in a spread offense built around speed.Then the injuries began to stack up. Moore was traded to the Atlanta Falcons in 2024 but missed that entire season with a knee injury. He signed a one-year deal with the Vikings in 2025 and tore his ACL in their first preseason game, which meant another full year on injured reserve and no regular-season snaps for Minnesota.Teams and former teammates have tried to put that grind into words since his death. The Cardinals called themselves “devastated” and sent condolences to everyone who knew him. The Vikings released a longer statement and head coach Kevin O’Connell said Moore was someone they had come to care about deeply, describing him as humble, disciplined, and proud of where he came from.J.J. Watt, who played with Moore in Arizona, wrote that there was “no way” to process the news and called him “way too special” to be gone already.

The Times of India Gadgets Now Awards 2025 brought together India’s top tech innovations and celebrated the year’s best gadgets in a star-studded ceremony that merged technology with glamour. The evening attracted a diverse mix of luminaries — from fashion designers and celebrity chefs to marketing leaders and legal experts — all coming together to honour excellence in consumer technology across multiple categories, including smartphones, smartwatches, audio devices and TVs.

Audio excellence takes the stage

The evening opened with author Sutupa Basu and actor-entrepreneur Manya Pathak presenting awards for the year’s best audio devices. JBL Tour Pro 3 claimed the Editor’s Choice for Best TWS of the Year, while Apple AirPods Pro 3 won the People’s Choice. OnePlus dominated the affordable segment, with Nord Buds 3r winning both categories for Best Affordable TWS, while OnePlus Buds 4 took Editor’s Choice for Best Affordable Premium TWS.

Wearables and computing power

Fashion and interior designer Varija Bajaj joined Panasonic executives Abhishek Verma and Dhiraj Sharma to present smartwatch honors. Google Pixel Watch 4 won Editor’s Choice for Best Smartwatch, while Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic secured People’s Choice. In the affordable segment, Noise ColorFit Pro 6 took People’s Choice over Boat Enigma Radiant’s Editor’s Choice win.Computing excellence was recognized with HP OmniBook Flip X winning Editor’s Choice for Best Laptop of the Year, while Samsung Galaxy Book 5 Pro claimed People’s Choice. For gaming laptops, dominated Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Editor’s Choice while Alienware 18 Area-51 won hearts in People’s Choice.

AI takes centre stage

Partner at JSA Law Venkatesh Raman Prasad and Sunanya Chibba presented awards for cutting-edge technology. Samsung Galaxy Book 5 Pro won Editor’s Choice for Best AI-Powered Gadget, while Neosapien Neo 1 secured People’s Choice. Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra swept both categories for Best Tablet of the Year.

Home entertainment excellence

Celebrity chef Nishant Chaubey and Suraj Malik, CEO of Legacy Growth, recognized home audio winners, with Sony Bravia Theatre System 6 winning both Editor’s and People’s Choice awards.Global UX Head Deepika Dutta Kapoor and social entrepreneur Shalini Vig presented television honors. Samsung Neo QLED QN90F dominated the premium segment, winning both Editor’s and People’s Choice for Best TV of the Year. Xiaomi QLED TV FX Pro swept the affordable TV category in both voting streams.

Design and innovation awards

Home appliance excellence was recognized with Nuuk Ren Pro winning Editor’s Choice for Best Vacuum Cleaner, while Eureka Forbes SmartClean Auto Bin S2 took People’s Choice. In the standout design category, Dyson Hushjet Purifier Compact won Editor’s Choice for Best Gadget with an Out-of-the-Box Design, while Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge captured People’s Choice.Partner at JSA Law Vishnu Sudarsan and Dr. Jai Madan presented photography awards, with Nikon ZR winning Editor’s Choice for Best Camera of the Year and Canon R50V claiming People’s Choice.The smartphone categories proved highly competitive across all segments. Indian actor Rahul Dev and Ramakrishna P, CEO of India Mobile Congress, presented affordable and gaming smartphone awards. Nothing Phone 3(a) won Editor’s Choice for Best Affordable Smartphone while Samsung Galaxy A17 secured People’s Choice. In gaming, Vivo T4 Ultra took Editor’s Choice while OnePlus 15R won People’s Choice.OnePlus 13s claimed Editor’s Choice for Best Affordable Premium Smartphone, with Google Pixel 9A winning People’s Choice in the same category.

The grand finale

The evening’s most prestigious smartphone honors were presented by Kapila Sethi, Director of Marketing at William Grant & Sons, and humanitarian Varun Pruthi. Samsung dominated the premium categories, with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 sweeping both Editor’s and People’s Choice for Best Foldable Smartphone.In the flagship segment, Apple iPhone 17 won Editor’s Choice for Best Premium Smartphone, while Samsung Galaxy S25 captured People’s Choice. For camera excellence, Google Pixel 10 Pro XL won Editor’s Choice while Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra secured People’s Choice.The night’s ultimate honor — Best Smartphone of the Year — went to Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in both Editor’s and People’s Choice categories, cementing Samsung’s position as the mobile industry’s gold standard.

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HYDERABAD: US-based insurance player The Hartford on Monday opened its first global technology centre in India, spread over 1.6 lakh sq ft at Hyderabad’s Financial District, and it is expected to scale up to nearly 1,200 employees over the next few years.The 200-year-old American insurer said the Hyderabad GCC will play a key role in its enterprise-wide technology transformation, with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), digital innovation and engineering excellence.The facility is designed to operate in a start-up-like environment and will focus on rapid prototyping and agile development, while enabling collaboration across time zones with The Hartford’s technology hubs in Hartford, Charlotte, Chicago and Columbus, it said.Inaugurating the facility, Sridhar Babu said The Hartford’s choice of Hyderabad reflects a pattern seen with other global firms. He cited Microsoft’s first major development centre outside the US, Google’s largest campus outside Mountain View, and more recent global capability centres set up by companies such as McDonald’s, Vanguard, Dai-ichi Life and Marriott International.“In Hyderabad, we measure our success by the impact we help global institutions create, and we welcome The Hartford as a partner in building the next chapter of digital innovation,” he said.During the visit, the minister toured the facility and met The Hartford’s leadership team, including President Morris Tooker, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Claire Burns, Chief Information Officer Shekar Pannala, Managing Director and Head of Hartford India Surya Thammiraju, Chief Technology Officer Imran Malik, and Chief Human Resources Officer Lori Rodden.Pannala said the centre would strengthen the company’s digital and AI capabilities and serve as a magnet for engineering talent in India. “By building our world-class workforce with this technology centre in Hyderabad, we are not only creating new digital and AI capabilities but also shaping the future of insurance technology.”

NEW DELHI: Police have registered a case after three women from Arunachal Pradesh alleged they were subjected to racial abuse and criminal intimidation by a couple in south Delhi’s Malviya Nagar. The incident came to light after a video surfaced on social media on Sunday.

According to police, the incident took place at around 3.30 pm on Friday when the women were getting electrical installation work done at their rented accommodation.

Dispute during installation work

During the work, some dirt allegedly fell onto the premises of the couple living on the floor below, leading to an argument.The women had called an electrician to their fourth-floor rented flat to install an air conditioner.In a video shared by news agency ANI, one of the victims said, “My air conditioner was getting fixed when dust fell on the first floor, they (the people on the first floor) used abusive words towards our electrician. We defended him. He then started using abusive words regarding the Northeast. Later, he called the police, and we argued. I want him to get punishment.”Also read:‘Used to burn private parts 3 times a day’: Tripura student’s secret call in Bengali exposes 3-day torture in GurgaonThe women alleged that the couple made derogatory remarks about them and the northeastern people.

Speaking to PTI, one of the women said, “Instead of talking about the main issue, they started targeting northeast. They kept saying that northeastern people are illiterate. We do ‘dhandhebazi’ (sex work) for Rs 500. They even threatened to beat me up.”“Are you sitting here to do business? Have you opened a massage parlour at home?” the accused woman said. The accused woman was also seen saying that the man they are talking to is a son of a “big politician”.Police confirmed that a case has been registered against the couple at Malviya Nagar police station.Advocate Gaurav, representing the couple, said, “They have been living together for a long time. Even after the incident, they sat together to reach a compromise. The matter is being unnecessarily exaggerated on social media. In the video, both sides are speaking. The video being circulated is selective and manipulative.”He added, “In the heat of the moment he uttered something and my client regrets the words he used. It was my client who had called the PCR, and the police were present at the spot.”Police said the matter is under investigation.

NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday stepped up his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of presiding over what he described as a series of national “shames”, as he went on to talk about the US trade deal and Epstein files charges. This comes after PM Modi slammed Congress for the ‘shirtless’ protest at AI Summit terming it “gandi aur nangi (dirty and shameless) politics”.“Modi ji, you talk of shame? Let me tell you what shame is. Your name, your minister’s, and your friend’s appearing together in the Epstein files, your name being linked to such a vile criminal—that’s what shame is,” he said in a post on X, along with a video message.

Accusing the PM of selling out the nation to the US via the trade deal, Rahul said, “The trade deal you’ve struck with America, in which you’ve sold out the country—that’s what shame is. You’ve handed over our country’s data. You’ve wiped out the farmers. You’ve ruined the textile industry—that’s what shame is.”He brought up the Gautam Adani indictment case in the US, and alleged that the prime minister was favouring his “friends Anil Ambani, Adani”.“The entire country knows it: the case running against Adani in America has kept you awake at nights—because it’s a case against the BJP and your financial architecture. For 14 months, no action has been taken on it—that’s what shame is. Modi ji, do whatever you deem fit for your friends Anil Ambani, Adani, and yourself,” he said.“I and the lion-hearted warriors of the Congress Party will keep defending the country—we won’t retreat an inch,” he added.Union petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri has clarified over his purported links to Epstein. He said that during the eight years he spent in the United States, he met convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein “only three to four times” in a private capacity. He said the interactions occurred when he was associated with the Independent Commission on Multilateralism after retiring from the Indian foreign service, and added that he had just one email exchange with Epstein.Puri maintained that the meetings took place before he joined the Union Cabinet in 2017 and that the details were already in the public domain.

The domestic cricket season in India has reached its crescendo. The historic KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground will play host to a David vs. Goliath narrative that has captured the imagination of the cricketing fraternity: Karnataka versus Jammu and Kashmir in the final of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26.

This is more than just a match; it is a collision of eras and regions. On one side stands Karnataka, a perennial powerhouse seeking to reclaim its former glory. On the other, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), the ultimate underdog, making a historic maiden appearance in the summit clash. As the dew settles on the Hubli track, the weight of history will be felt by all 22 players taking the field.

Contrasting journeys of Jammu & Kashmir and Karnataka to the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 Final

Karnataka’s journey to the final has been a clinical display of depth and dominance. Under the leadership of Devdutt Padikkal, they have navigated a gruelling season with the efficiency of a well-oiled machine. Bolstered by the return of seasoned international stars like KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal during key phases, Karnataka topped their group and dismantled opponents in the knockout rounds with a balanced attack of pace and spin. Their campaign has been defined by finding a hero in every session, whether it was Karun Nair anchoring the middle order or Vidhwath Kaverappa extracting bounce on unresponsive tracks.

Conversely, Jammu and Kashmir’s path to the 2025-26 final is the stuff of folklore. Long considered a side capable of upsets but lacking consistency, J&K transformed into a relentless unit this season. Led by the veteran Paras Dogra, they exhibited a never-say-die attitude, winning crucial away games in challenging conditions. Their journey was marked by a disciplined bowling effort that often-defended modest totals, proving that their presence in the final is no fluke but a result of systemic growth and individual brilliance.

Also READ: Explained: Why Ranji Trophy final has been shifted from Bengaluru to Hubballi?

5 players to watch out for in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final 

While the team tactics will be paramount, these five individuals possess the form and temperament to turn the tides of the Ranji Trophy final.

1. Smaran Ravichandran (Karnataka)

If there is a “breakout star” tag for this season, it belongs to Smaran Ravichandran. With a staggering average of 95.00 across 8 matches, Smaran has been the backbone of Karnataka’s batting. He has amassed 950 runs, including an unbeaten 227 that showcased his ability to bat long periods without losing concentration. In a lineup featuring superstars, Smaran has often been the one holding the innings together. His strike rate of 62.58 suggests he knows exactly when to accelerate, making him the biggest hurdle for the J&K bowlers.

2. Paras Dogra (Jammu and Kashmir)

The captain of J&K is a living legend of the Ranji Trophy. Dogra recently etched his name in the history books by becoming only the second batter, after the great Wasim Jaffer, to cross the 10,000-run mark in the tournament. His experience is J&K’s greatest asset. Dogra isn’t just a run-machine; he is the emotional and tactical anchor of the team. In a high-pressure final, his ability to handle Karnataka’s international-quality pace attack, consisting of Prasidh Krishna and Vijaykumar Vyshak, will likely determine if J&K can post a competitive total.

3. Karun Nair (Karnataka)

The man for the big occasion, Karun Nair, remains as lethal as ever. Having scored 699 runs this season at an average of 63.54, Nair brings a sense of inevitability to the crease. His highest score of 233 this year serves as a reminder of his triple-century pedigree. Nair’s game is built on exquisite footwork against spin and a watertight defence. For J&K to win, they must find a way to dismiss Nair early, or he will simply bat them out of the contest over two days.

4. Auqib Nabi (Jammu and Kashmir)

If J&K are to take 20 wickets in Hubli, Auqib Nabi will be the protagonist. Nabi has been a revelation this season, picking up 55 wickets in 9 matches at an incredible average of 12.72. His ability to move the ball both ways at a brisk pace has rattled the best batting lineups in the country. With two 5-wicket hauls and a best of 7/24, he is the primary threat to Karnataka’s top order. His battle against the likes of Mayank and Rahul will be the most anticipated contest of the opening session.

5. Shreyas Gopal (Karnataka)

In the latter half of a five-day match, the spinner usually decides the fate of the trophy. Shreyas Gopal has been Karnataka’s trump card, balancing his role as a wicket-taker and a containing bowler. With 46 wickets at an average of 19.30, Gopal has rediscovered the drift and turn that made him a household name. Furthermore, his lower-order batting utility cannot be ignored. In a tight final, his ability to break partnerships and contribute 40-50 runs with the tail could be the marginal difference between the two sides.

Also READ: Meet Auqib Nabi: The Jammu & Kashmir speedster who drove his team to a historic maiden Ranji Trophy final

Following the US Supreme Court’s ruling late last week, an Indian delegation has postponed a planned trip to Washington.

India now has more room for negotiations in a trade deal with the US after the American Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal. The US Supreme Court’s move to invalidate President Donald Trump’s emergency tariffs has created additional room for India in ongoing trade negotiations, people aware of the discussions told Bloomberg. Reacting to the verdict, Trump has announced a 10% global tariff which he later raised to 15%.Both countries had agreed in February to reduce US tariffs on Indian exports to 18% from 50%. In return, India expressed intent to purchasing $500 billion worth of American goods over a five-year period.

India-US trade deal: More scope for negotiation?

Following the court’s ruling late last week, an Indian delegation has postponed a planned trip to Washington that was intended to finalize the interim trade deal. However, India is not weighing any withdrawal from the bilateral trade arrangement reached with Washington earlier this month, Bloomberg reported. The two sides had been set to formalize the initial phase of their agreement next month, while continuing discussions toward a broader bilateral trade pact.According to people familiar with the discussions, India is expected to push for clauses that protect against similar judicial setbacks in the future. One source noted that the decision has materially weakened Trump’s negotiating leverage.Although India has scaled back its imports of Russian oil in recent months – a key demand from Trump – it has continued to assert that decisions on crude oil purchases will be guided by domestic energy requirements and prevailing market dynamics.Madhavi Arora, an economist at Emkay Global Financial Services Ltd., said India may now revisit elements of its trade understanding with the US, particularly since the risk of penal tariffs linked to Russian oil imports has gone.However, she added that India could still opt to gradually reduce such purchases to preserve ties with Trump. Arora suggested that the reduced pressure may allow India to push for improved terms without making significant concessions.In the aftermath of the verdict, India is proceeding cautiously, seeking to safeguard its commercial interests while minimizing potential tensions with the Trump administration, which has emphasized the importance of adhering to signed agreements. Despite being among the earliest nations to initiate trade discussions with Washington, India ultimately faced some of the steepest tariff rates, even after multiple negotiation rounds and exchanges between leaders previously viewed as close allies.Interestingly, when Donald Trump was asked about the impact of the ruling on the India-US trade deal, he said, “”Nothing changes, they’ll be paying tariffs, and we will not be paying tariffs. So, the deal with India is they pay tariffs. This is a reversal for what it used to be. I think Prime Minister Modi is a great gentleman, a great man, actually, but he was much smarter than the people that he was against in terms of the United States. He was ripping us off, India. So we made a deal with India, it’s a fair deal now, and we are not paying tariffs to them and they are paying tariffs. We did a little flip.”

India, China benefit from US SC ruling

China, India and Brazil are among the countries poised to benefit from reduced tariffs on exports to the United States after the apex court ruled that Donald Trump’s reliance on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to levy tariffs was unlawful. Although Trump later proposed a uniform global tariff of 15%, Bloomberg Economics estimated that this would translate into an average effective rate of roughly 12% — the lowest level since the “Liberation Day” tariffs were introduced in April.Jayant Dasgupta, India’s former ambassador to the World Trade Organization, said India should remain engaged with Washington to better understand its intentions and any prospective policy moves, and to maintain open dialogue. Speaking to Bloomberg Television’s Haslinda Amin, he remarked that the direction of future developments remains uncertain.Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said it was premature to offer detailed comments on the US SC’s decision, adding that the commerce ministry is currently evaluating the implications.

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Thousands of people in Iran reportedly received anonymous text messages on Monday, warning of possible US action asserting American president as “man of action”, according to Iran International English citing Iranian state media.The alerts come amid rising tensions between Iran and Donald Trump, as the US president has increased rhetorical attacks on Tehran and has increased the deployment of military assets in the Middle East for a possible strike.In a post on X Iran International said, “Iranian state media reported that an anonymous text message was sent to people across the country on Monday saying: ‘The US president is a man of action. Wait and see.'”Trump has reportedly considered a “limited military strike” against Iran, even as the next round of talks between the two countries is scheduled in Geneva on Thursday. Reports from Reuters and The Wall Street Journal note that military options could range from targeted strikes on regime figures to a broader campaign, should Tehran refuse US demands.Earlier, on Thursday Trump while speaking at Board of Peace meeting warned that US could take the next step in its standoff with Iran within the next 10 days, warning that “bad things will happen” if a “meaningful deal” is not reached.Speaking on CBS, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said there is still a “good chance” for a diplomatic solution, while reiterating that Tehran would not be pressured by the US military buildup.Meanwhile, anti-regime protests have resurfaced across Iran, with demonstrations reported at five universities in Tehran and one in Mashhad over the weekend, according to NBC News, and more protests continued on Monday. Former deputy commander of US central command vice admiral (ret) Bob Harward, told the Jerusalem Post that the US military assets amassed in the region could potentially dismantle Iran’s power structure in hours if a broader campaign were ordered.The anonymous texts, combined with the US military buildup and renewed protests, have escalated fears of a potential confrontation between the two countries.

Diplomats asked to leave

A state department official on Monday said the US has asked its nonessential diplomats and their family members to leave Lebanon as tensions over Iran rise with the threat of a potentially imminent military strike, reported AP.An official, speaking anonymously, said that a continuous evaluation of the regional security situation made it “prudent” to reduce the US embassy’s presence, leaving only essential staff on site. The official added that the move is temporary and that the embassy remained fully operational on Monday.