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Senior RJD functionary Abdul Bari Siddiqui's remark that only "women with lipstick and bob-cut hair" would benefit from the women's reservation in Parliament and state assemblies has triggered a controversy, with BJP seeking an apology from him and describing Lalu Prasad's party as "anti-women". Siddiqui, who added that "reservation should be given to backward and extremely backward women", later said his intention was not to hurt anyone. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KO69mhL https://ift.tt/4PpxSKE October 01, 2023 at 12:45AM SHEEZAN NEZAMI

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that India will become self-sufficient in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and key starting materials (KSMs) for the pharmaceutical sector within 10 years. He mentioned that the Modi government has adopted a long-term policy to achieve this goal. The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)-Ahmedabad is part of the government's plan to make India self-reliant in the pharmaceutical sector. from Times of India https://ift.tt/E5iZ3tj https://ift.tt/Zq973vp October 01, 2023 at 12:27AM TNN

The men's squash team on Saturday registered an epic 2-1 win in the final against Pakistan to clinch the Asiad gold after 8 years. Rohan Bopanna signed off what will be his last appearance at the Asian Games with a gold medal in mixed doubles, alongside Rutuja Bhosale. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uOBktNG https://ift.tt/Vp7X0te September 30, 2023 at 10:58PM JASPREET SAHNI

Stung by Tamil actor-filmmaker Vishal’s public accusation of blatant corruption in the process of film certification by the Censor Board, the government on Friday called the incident “unfortunate” and ordered an immediate inquiry led by a ministry official. from Times of India https://ift.tt/60lWfTV https://ift.tt/0lpIi27 September 30, 2023 at 02:32AM TNN

Heavy rains in New York City have caused severe flooding, leading to a state of emergency being declared. Cars were submerged, roads were impassable, and the subway system was severely affected. The National Weather Service issued warnings of continued flooding throughout the day. The situation worsened during the morning rush hour, with flights being delayed and streets turning into rivers. While no fatalities or critical injuries have been reported, daily life has been severely disrupted. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WO0Dtcp https://ift.tt/p4NyGBx September 29, 2023 at 11:21PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

from Times of India https://ift.tt/ogevWai https://ift.tt/ELfZyw8 September 29, 2023 at 03:26AM DEBASHISH KONAR

An autorickshaw driver was arrested in Ujjain on Thursday for the rape of a minor girl, whose video clip of being shooed away by people while pleading for help in a bleeding, half-naked state has shocked the country. The accused, Bharat Soni, tried to escape from custody when he was taken to the crime spot for forensic investigation, and fell on the road, injuring himself. from Times of India https://ift.tt/v42sZpm https://ift.tt/EosD50P September 29, 2023 at 02:17AM TNN

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met US secretary of state Antony Blinken in Washington. The meeting comes amid serious diplomatic tensions between India and Canada stirred by the killing of a Khalistani terrorist. from Times of India https://ift.tt/PRtY5A7 https://ift.tt/245QHZF September 29, 2023 at 12:29AM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady has discussed his focus on physical health since retiring from professional football. He emphasized the importance of prioritizing physical and mental well-being and making smart choices for a fulfilling life. While he hasn't ruled out a return to the field, Brady has been enjoying his retirement, spending time with family and embracing a balanced lifestyle. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pHqoRAs https://ift.tt/xfDMkan September 28, 2023 at 06:00PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Mahogany and her friend Christopher reached the home of septuagenarian Sunita Nigam in Lucknow on Wednesday afternoon. Sunita is the former superintendent of the children’s shelter home, Lilawati Bal Griha, in the city's Aishbagh area. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Zc0F7SX https://ift.tt/l941DJb September 27, 2023 at 11:59PM ARVIND CHAUHAN

Violent protests continued in Manipur's capital over the kidnapping and killing of two youths. Curfew was re-imposed in two districts of East and West Imphal. The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) has been extended by six months in Manipur, excluding certain areas. A CBI team is in the state sent to assist with the investigation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tb0EIY4 https://ift.tt/fzra2B0 September 27, 2023 at 11:23PM PTI

Esha Singh won a silver medal for India in the women's 25m pistol individual event at the Asian Games after helping the country bag gold in the team event along with teammates Manu Bhaker and Rhythm Sangwam. from Times of India https://ift.tt/rvcnwyo https://ift.tt/LOWIJrw September 27, 2023 at 11:02PM JASPREET SAHNI

from Times of India https://ift.tt/owqjd4L https://ift.tt/rMV2NbF September 27, 2023 at 01:03AM NAOMI CANTON

Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman has been chosen as the recipient of the 53rd Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest film honor. Rehman, known for her beauty and acting skills, has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her, and the timing of the award coincided with the birth centenary of her co-star Dev Anand, with whom she frequently collaborated. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AuNf6Jj https://ift.tt/5S1KHzZ September 27, 2023 at 12:25AM SWATI MATHUR

Former Union minister and BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain suffered a cardiac arrest on Tuesday and has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai."BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain was admitted to Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital after a complaint of high blood pressure earlier today. The ECG and 2D Eco reports showed he suffered a minor heart attack," PTI reported quoting officials. from Times of India https://ift.tt/OnR6Iez https://ift.tt/nzsZQIa September 26, 2023 at 07:32PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

The Supreme Court in India has started allowing sign language interpretation for hearing impaired lawyers, demonstrating that not everything needs to be spoken aloud in court. In a recent case, a deaf advocate was permitted to virtually argue with the help of a sign language interpreter. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SjCv8qr https://ift.tt/nbG0V3R September 26, 2023 at 02:48AM DHANANJAY MAHAPATRA

The missile strike that blasted the Crimean headquarters of Russia’s navy last week killed 34 officers, including the fleet commander, Ukraine said Monday, though it provided no evidence to support its claim. Ukraine’s Special Operation Forces said on the Telegram messaging app that its strike on the main building of the Black Sea Fleet headquarters in the port city of Sevastopol had wounded 105 people. from Times of India https://ift.tt/D4IfVSt https://ift.tt/6SeiWfC September 26, 2023 at 12:47AM AP

NGOs registered under the FCRA in India will now be required to disclose details of movable and immovable assets created using foreign funds. This requirement was introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs through a gazette notification. The ministry also extended the validity of FCRA licenses until March 2024 for entities whose licenses were expiring on September 30. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1haFDOm https://ift.tt/YiOuM8g September 26, 2023 at 12:10AM PTI

Indian shooters made a telling statement at the Asian Games, winning three medals, including a team gold, as the country's marksmen asserted their class by grabbing five podium finishes in just two days of competition. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HEqgiaw https://ift.tt/GEaI96V September 25, 2023 at 11:30PM JASPREET SAHNI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a draft master direction on the treatment of wilful defaulters, allowing borrowers to remove the tag by reaching a compromise settlement with banks. The new rules aim to provide a transparent procedure for classifying borrowers as wilful defaulters while complying with the principles of natural justice. However, some criminal cases may lose ground as a result. from Times of India https://ift.tt/q2mzjUI https://ift.tt/fRq0vhD September 25, 2023 at 12:47AM MAYUR SHETTY

While one still awaits Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha to share their first wedding pictures, a photo from their reception has now gone viral on the internet. from Times of India https://ift.tt/DtGTL45 https://ift.tt/48OCpDz September 25, 2023 at 12:07AM etimes.in

Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill hit attacking centuries to help India thrash Australia by 99 runs in a rain-hit 2nd ODI on Sunday to clinch the series 2-0. Iyer (105) Gill (104) put on a dominant 2nd-wicket stand of 200 to lay the foundations for India's 399/5. KL Rahul's 52 and an unbeaten 72 by Suryakumar Yadav contributed to the mammoth total. Chasing a DLS revised target of 317 in 33 overs after rain interrupted play in the chase, Australia were bowled out for 217 in 28.2 overs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/O862bvJ https://ift.tt/NY9MTUJ September 24, 2023 at 11:13PM TOI SPORTS DESK

​​Officially, liquor is currently out of people’s reach after Bihar government enforced total prohibition seven years back. from Times of India https://ift.tt/cTz0dWI https://ift.tt/27CJoIv September 24, 2023 at 11:13PM MANOJ CHAURASIA

A Singaporean-Chinese cab driver is being investigated for racially abusing a Eurasian woman and her daughter, mistaking them for being Indian. The incident was captured in a heated conversation that the woman recorded and posted on Facebook. The driver can be heard shouting racial slurs and making derogatory remarks. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AYDhrCQ https://ift.tt/DVE0b9g September 24, 2023 at 11:00PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

The Indian government is "comfortable" with the amount of red lentils imported from Canada amid tensions between the two countries. India has received nearly one lakh tonnes of lentils at its ports, which is sufficient to meet the country's annual consumption of 23 lakh tonnes. The government is considering continuing the zero import duty on lentils beyond March 2024 to encourage overseas growers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/d3cFWKG https://ift.tt/PvfeKwC September 24, 2023 at 01:54AM TNN

Researchers have discovered that box jellyfish, specifically the species Tripedalia cystophora, have the ability to learn. In a lab experiment, the jellyfish were trained to recognize and avoid patterns that represented mangrove roots, which they would typically collide with. After a few collisions, the jellyfish changed their behavior and began swimming farther away from the pattern. The study sheds light on the origins of learning and raises questions about the capacity to learn among nerve cells, regardless of whether they are part of a brain. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WE9iAsm https://ift.tt/YaZoyei September 24, 2023 at 01:02AM NYT News Service

A woman in Virginia was sentenced to 78 years in prison on Friday for sedating her two children before shooting them in August 2018. Veronica Youngblood (38), the former sex worker, was convicted on two charges, including murder and use of a firearm, reported the New York Post. She had shot dead her sedated daughters Sharon Castro (15) and Brooklynn Youngblood (5) after lying them on a bed in their apartment. from Times of India https://ift.tt/reMRNSP https://ift.tt/mLPoGpu September 24, 2023 at 12:40AM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Public safety minister Dominic LeBlanc and Sikh MPs Harjit Singh Sajjan and Randeep Sarai have reassured Canadian Hindus of their safety. The department stated that there is no place for hate in Canada. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3TMod7Q https://ift.tt/WpvE3uR September 23, 2023 at 04:55AM IP SINGH

MotoGP Bharat ran into a controversy on Friday when the organisers showed a distorted map of India while live-streaming on MotoGP TV the practice sessions from Buddh International Circuit. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ObyDCMP https://ift.tt/CFp9HbN September 23, 2023 at 05:10AM HINDOL BASU

The Supreme Court has acquitted two death row convicts and one lifer in a murder case due to a poorly conducted investigation. The court expressed concern over the inefficiency and lack of professionalism in police investigations and called for the development of a code of investigation to ensure better standards. from Times of India https://ift.tt/lmZi2Yq https://ift.tt/1uWSdQ0 September 23, 2023 at 05:31AM AMIT ANAND CHOUDHARY

In their report to the government, Geological Survey of India and National Institute of Hydrology have given a 'clean chit' to NTPC's Tapovan-Vishnugad hydel project in connection with water gushing under the surface in Joshimath in January. from Times of India https://ift.tt/vWNsTu6 https://ift.tt/im4OVuW September 23, 2023 at 04:36AM GAURAV TALWAR

KL Rahul, currently serving as India's stand-in captain, values the opportunity to immerse himself in "challenging scenarios," especially in the wake of his extended absence due to injury. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tWIwv32 https://ift.tt/M1EeckN September 22, 2023 at 10:48PM TOI SPORTS DESK

The Indian government has suspended visa processing services in Canada, citing threats faced by Indian diplomats from Khalistan forces. India has also asked Canada to reduce its diplomatic presence in the country. from Times of India https://ift.tt/iS80Mn7 https://ift.tt/uT581QM September 22, 2023 at 04:57AM SACHIN PARASHAR

Seventeen authors, including John Grisham, Jodi Picoult, and George R.R. Martin, are suing OpenAI, alleging that the company's ChatGPT program is using their copyrighted works without permission. from Times of India https://ift.tt/mEj4vr9 https://ift.tt/IJSZ372 September 22, 2023 at 04:35AM Agencies

The Rajya Sabha has passed the women's reservation bill, which proposes to give 33% reservation to women in the lower house and legislative assemblies. The bill was also cleared in the Lok Sabha with overwhelming support. However, the opposition's demands for immediate implementation, quota for OBCs and Muslims, and a caste-wise headcount were not accepted. The proposed law can only be enforced after the census and delimitation exercise, which is set to happen after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. from Times of India https://ift.tt/cSWCA2E https://ift.tt/SsClZqm September 21, 2023 at 10:22PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

The women's reservation bill, which seeks to provide 33% reservation to women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies, was passed by the Rajya Sabha with a unanimous vote of 214-0. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated all the MPs and said with the passage of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in Parliament, we usher in an era of stronger representation and empowerment for the women of India. from Times of India https://ift.tt/eULD6Zg https://ift.tt/6msMxUu September 21, 2023 at 10:40PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Antim Panghal, a promising wrestler, achieved a historic milestone on Thursday by clinching the bronze medal at the 2023 World Championship in the 53kg category. This victory secured an Olympic quota for India in the same weight category for the Paris Games. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1Ari8QR https://ift.tt/YXucQ9b September 21, 2023 at 10:57PM TOI SPORTS DESK

Doctors are seeing an increase in cases of 'pseudo-dementia' among younger people, which is caused by excessive stress, multitasking, and high workload. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9C8gHZW https://ift.tt/Jo4QLWh September 21, 2023 at 03:52AM ANUJA JAISWAL

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan raised the issue of Kashmir during his address at the UN General Assembly. He called for the establishment of a just and lasting peace through dialogue and cooperation between India and Pakistan. from Times of India https://ift.tt/dZcWXvk https://ift.tt/fKvurTP September 20, 2023 at 09:52AM PTI

US urged India to cooperate with Canada's probe into the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. US ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, called for those responsible to be held accountable and for traditional friends and partners to work together. from Times of India https://ift.tt/agb1oz0 https://ift.tt/9kEqgJ7 September 20, 2023 at 11:24PM SACHIN PARASHAR

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its primary interest rate unchanged at 5.25%-5.5% in an effort to achieve a "gentle landing" for the US economy. The central bank aims to cool down inflation without causing a severe recession. The Federal Reserve has been implementing a series of interest rate hikes since March 2022 to slow down the economy and rein in inflation. While progress has been made, certain service costs are still increasing at a higher rate than before the pandemic. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Y5byWEM https://ift.tt/kpfmRGc September 20, 2023 at 11:35PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its primary interest rate unchanged at 5.25%-5.5% in an effort to achieve a "gentle landing" for the US economy. The central bank aims to cool down inflation without causing a severe recession. The Federal Reserve has been implementing a series of interest rate hikes since March 2022 to slow down the economy and rein in inflation. While progress has been made, certain service costs are still increasing at a higher rate than before the pandemic. from Times of India https://ift.tt/F8KHrxv https://ift.tt/kpfmRGc September 20, 2023 at 11:35PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

When Congress leader tried to claim credit for the bill, Amit Shah said the legislation brought by the Manmohan Singh government had lapsed. “The bill... was passed by Rajya Sabha and hence is still alive,” Chowdhury said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Emu57no https://ift.tt/Rvj1WzA September 20, 2023 at 04:36AM SWATI MATHUR

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As the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) awaits communication from the Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover, the principal investigators have started analyzing the data for potential new discoveries. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3EaNT60 https://ift.tt/Rvj1WzA September 20, 2023 at 01:45AM CHETHAN KUMAR

The Indian government has launched three initiatives aimed at improving financial inclusion and livelihoods in the agricultural community. The initiatives include the Kisan Rin Portal for credit delivery, the Ghar Ghar KCC Abhiyaan for short-term agriculture credit, and the WINDS Manual for weather data collection. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GVE7SRr https://ift.tt/Rvj1WzA September 19, 2023 at 09:26PM VISHWA MOHAN

The death toll of security forces killed during the shootout in north Kashmir’s Anantnag district rose to five with the discovery of the body of a missing Army soldier on Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/r3eGAvi https://ift.tt/CVLrYoO September 19, 2023 at 04:30AM M SALEEM PANDIT

The Indian government is set to table a bill in Parliament that would reserve one-third of seats for women. The bill will also provide a sub-quota for SC/STs. If passed, it could come into force by 2029. from Times of India https://ift.tt/X1Q8VEL https://ift.tt/CVLrYoO September 19, 2023 at 03:43AM AKHILESH SINGH AND DIPAK K DASH

Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has defended his call to eliminate Sanatana Dharma, following comments by the state's governor on social discrimination. The governor had highlighted the problem of untouchability and inequality in Tamil Nadu. Stalin stated that his party also speaks out against caste discrimination and believes in equality. The DMK's remarks have caused controversy and strained relationships with allies. from Times of India https://ift.tt/u0JxKRE https://ift.tt/CVLrYoO September 18, 2023 at 08:04PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

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As part of President Xi Jinping's efforts to strengthen national security and repel foreign threats, Beijing's top universities are incorporating spy-catching courses into their syllabus. Students are being instructed to become a "defense line" against foreign forces, and interactive training games are being organized. The Chinese Ministry of State Security has also joined social media app WeChat to raise awareness about national security. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3B7usiV https://ift.tt/CVLrYoO September 18, 2023 at 09:31AM Bloomberg

Narendra Modi followed through on his August 15 speech and launched the ‘PM Vishwakarma Scheme’, a central plan with an outlay of Rs 13,000 crore, on Sunday. He said it was high time that ‘Vishwakarmas’ (community of artisans and craftspeople) were recognised and supported, and his government had come forward as a partner to elevate their respect, enhance their capabilities and make them prosperous. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oNzMUZu https://ift.tt/JtIoKDY September 18, 2023 at 02:31AM TNN

Vanadium, a critical raw material for many industrial applications, has been found in sediment samples collected from Gulf of Khambhat, which opens into the Arabian Sea off Alang in Gujarat. What makes this find a significant one is that the war mineral, used to strengthen steel and make batteries, is scarce in India. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VmqXuak https://ift.tt/JtIoKDY September 18, 2023 at 01:24AM PAUL JOHN

An army jawan died and another was injured after a colleague’s rifle allegedly went off accidentally in a camp in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district on the intervening night of Saturday-Sunday. The deceased jawan has been identified as Vipin Batya, 40, of 14 Rashtriya Rifles and the injured as Yogesh, 37. from Times of India https://ift.tt/k6ibSp7 https://ift.tt/JtIoKDY September 18, 2023 at 12:32AM M SALEEM PANDIT

from Times of India https://ift.tt/NMvSy5l https://ift.tt/JtIoKDY September 17, 2023 at 11:02PM SAURABH SINHA

The Madras High Court has stated that free speech cannot be considered hate speech and that untouchability is unconstitutional, both within and outside of the Sanatan Dharma. This came as the court heard a petition against a Tamil Nadu college that had sought students' views on the topic of "Opposition to Sanatan." from Times of India https://ift.tt/75fJYmi https://ift.tt/KxNIn1e September 17, 2023 at 04:39AM SURESHKUMAR

Nato's top military official warned on Saturday that a drastic rise in prices for weapons and ammunition means that allies' higher defence spending does not automatically translate into greater security. from Times of India https://ift.tt/qJgNTpe https://ift.tt/KxNIn1e September 16, 2023 at 10:14PM Reuters

The BrahMos missile manufacturing site in Lucknow is expected to be completed by March next year, according to Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The missile, developed by an India-Russia joint venture, is a supersonic cruise missile that can be launched from various platforms. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QtHA19r https://ift.tt/KxNIn1e September 16, 2023 at 10:26PM PTI

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull expressed concerns about India's performance in major ICC events, stating that fearless cricket is crucial on the grand stage. Doull argued that Team India has struggled to adopt this approach, as they focus too much on statistics and are too worried about their stats, which is a concern for their batting side. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8TdIrxJ https://ift.tt/KxNIn1e September 16, 2023 at 11:22PM TOI SPORTS DESK

India is importing monoclonal antibodies from Australia to treat Nipah virus infection in Kerala. The drug, m102.4, was initially developed for treating Henipavirus. Early-stage trials have shown its potential in managing NiV, which has a high mortality rate of 40-70%. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WY2ZFUy https://ift.tt/g0h65oH September 16, 2023 at 03:43AM DURGESH NANDAN JHA

A soldier wounded in a three-day operation against Pakistan-backed terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag has died in the hospital, bringing the total casualties to four. The search is ongoing for three Pakistani terrorists and a local recruit in the forests near the village of Gadool. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AEzHum2 https://ift.tt/g0h65oH September 16, 2023 at 12:55AM M SALEEM PANDIT

The US consulate in Frankfurt has set aside nonimmigrant visa interview appointments specifically for Indian applicants, with a wait time of just three days. In contrast, the wait time for B1/B2 visa interview appointments in India ranges from 441 to 607 days. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8xX4lyq https://ift.tt/g0h65oH September 16, 2023 at 12:47AM SAURABH SINHA

Shubman Gill's fifth ODI ton and a valiant knock from Axar Patel lower down the order went in vain as Bangladesh pipped India by 6 runs in a thrilling final Super Four game in Colombo on Friday. With the narrow win, Bangladesh signed off their 2023 Asia Cup campaign causing an unexpected upset over the finalists. from Times of India https://ift.tt/cywYRjM https://ift.tt/g0h65oH September 15, 2023 at 11:51PM TOI SPORTS DESK

Host Kamal Haasan is back with a bang. As per reports, Bigg Boss Tamil 7 will have its grand premiere on October 1. The preps are in full swing for the grand launch of the Bigg Boss Tamil 7 premiere episode. from Times of India https://ift.tt/FM4rL9e https://ift.tt/g0h65oH September 15, 2023 at 10:59PM etimes.in

The basic formula being followed for the state-wise seat-sharing deal is to look at either the last assembly poll results or the last parliamentary poll results. Another option is to look at both the last assembly and Lok Sabha trends. "It has been decided that the strongest party in each state will drive the seat-sharing talks," a well-placed source said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8ARYETq https://ift.tt/lL0gMmF September 15, 2023 at 04:35AM MOHUA CHATTERJEE

CCTV footage from a hangar showed the Learjet aircraft (VT-DBL) come over runway 27, bank heavily and nose-dive to the ground to throw up clouds of dust. The visibility at the airport was low at 700 metres with heavy rain when the aircraft came into land, said the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/charter-jet-crashlands-at-mumbai-airport-in-heavy-rain-2-pilots-suffer-spinal-injuries/articleshow/103673575.cms https://ift.tt/lL0gMmF September 15, 2023 at 03:30AM MANJU V AND SUMITRA ROY

The live-streaming featured a 16-second clip showcasing various moments from Isro’s mission control centre in Bengaluru, capturing the entire journey from the start of the broadcast to Chandrayaan-3's successful landing as well as showing the excitement and celebrations among Isro staff. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ro9TGgH https://ift.tt/lL0gMmF September 15, 2023 at 02:35AM SURENDRA SINGH

Top-order batter Kusal Mendis conjured a match-defining 91 as he along with Sadeera Samarawickrama and Charith Asalanka guided Sri Lanka to the Asia Cup final, defeating top-ranked ODI side Pakistan by 2 wickets (DLS) in the rain-marred last-over Super Four thriller in Colombo on Thursday. Kusal fired a dazzling 87-ball 91 while Samarawickrama hit a crucial 48 as the duo shared a masterful century stand for the third wicket in a tricky 252 chase. In the final leg of the chase Asalanka showed nerves of steel to hand the co-hosts a famous win off the last ball at 10 past one post midnight. from Times of India https://ift.tt/74FGOz9 https://ift.tt/lL0gMmF September 15, 2023 at 01:34AM TOI SPORTS DESK

Hunter Biden, son of US President Joe Biden, is facing criminal charges related to gun possession after failing to reach a plea deal. This is the first time a sitting president's child is being prosecuted. The charges were brought by US Special Counsel David Weiss, who has been investigating Hunter Biden's business dealings. These charges add drama to the upcoming 2024 presidential campaign, where President Biden is expected to seek reelection against former President Donald Trump. Hunter Biden has been targeted by Republicans for years, but there is no evidence that President Biden personally benefited from his son's activities. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HSmZNuw https://ift.tt/lL0gMmF September 14, 2023 at 11:13PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

The BJP brass and Union Cabinet on Wednesday separately celebrated the success of G20 Summit, and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for the consensus achieved on issues of global concern. Briefing media after the Cabinet meeting, information and broadcasting minister Anurag Thakur said the PM has emerged as a "man of global alliances", referring to the launch of Global Biofuels Alliance at the summit after earlier successes related to International Solar Alliance and Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment). He said under Modi's leadership, India is today playing a "key role in setting the global agenda". from Times of India https://ift.tt/0IonUs5 https://ift.tt/vVJeF2E September 14, 2023 at 04:38AM TNN

A 24-year-old healthcare worker at a private hospital in Kerala's Kozhikode district tested positive for Nipah fever on Wednesday, a day after four people, including two who have since passed away, were confirmed to be infected with the virus. The health worker's samples were tested at National Institute of Virology, Pune, according to health minister Veena George. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xD5oJHa https://ift.tt/vVJeF2E September 14, 2023 at 03:38AM TNN

Three security personnel, including an army colonel, were killed in a gunfight with suspected terrorists in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir. The encounter took place in the forests surrounding Gadool village and is still ongoing. The terrorists are believed to be from The Resistance Front, a shadow group of the Lashkar-e-Taiba. from Times of India https://ift.tt/fgyl7Oe https://ift.tt/vVJeF2E September 14, 2023 at 01:09AM M SALEEM PANDIT

On Tuesday, Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange announced his decision to end his 14-day hunger strike. However, he cautioned that the protest would resume if the government did not grant OBC quota rights to the community within the next 30 days. from Times of India https://ift.tt/FQ0Ezrq https://ift.tt/nA7iOTm September 13, 2023 at 02:02AM MOHAMMED AKHEF

Companies such as Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Kia, MG Motor, and Mercedes-Benz said demand continues to remain robust as sales of premium vehicles are not showing any signs of slowdown. from Times of India https://ift.tt/CN2egyE https://ift.tt/nA7iOTm September 13, 2023 at 01:27AM PANKAJ DOVAL

According to Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, two fatalities have occurred as a result of Nipah virus infection in Kerala. Additionally, samples from four individuals in the coastal state, who are suspected of having the disease, have been dispatched to Pune's National Institute of Virology (NIV) for further testing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/EtXcpwg https://ift.tt/nA7iOTm September 13, 2023 at 01:08AM DURGESH NANDAN JHA

Indian wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav continued to make waves in the ODI cricket as he dished out yet another winning performance in the Asia Cup Super Four match against Sri Lanka on Tuesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8UGyjIL https://ift.tt/nA7iOTm September 12, 2023 at 11:41PM TOI SPORTS DESK

Indian bowlers produced a splendid collective effort to carry their team to a 41-run win over a spirited Sri Lanka in a Super 4 match, and into the Asia Cup final. Rohit Sharma's 53 off 48 was the cornerstone of India's sub-par 213 after Lankan spinners Dunith Wellalage (5/40) and Charith Asalanka (4/18) bamboozled them. But India, guided by Kuldeep Yadav's 4 for 43, bowled out Lanka for 172. India will either face Sri Lanka or Pakistan in the summit clash on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/CLTfuMN https://ift.tt/nA7iOTm September 12, 2023 at 11:35PM TOI SPORTS DESK

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Moving his plea before the special ACB court, Chandrababu Naidu, currently lodged in Rajahmundry central prison after his arrest two days ago in an alleged skill development scam, cited his Z+ NSG cover and an earlier attack by Maoists when he was the chief minister. The court will pass orders on his plea Tuesday. The CID also filed a petition seeking his custody, which is yet to be heard. from Times of India https://ift.tt/l7ot6ZQ https://ift.tt/SoIntks September 12, 2023 at 02:11AM SRIKANTH ALURI

India and Saudi Arabia on Monday set out to transform their traditional oil buyer-seller relationship into an energy transition partnership by agreeing to work towards building undersea interlink between their electricity grids, renewable power and green hydrogen capacities. from Times of India https://ift.tt/gnr0hsc https://ift.tt/SoIntks September 11, 2023 at 11:19PM SANJAY DUTTA

SpaceVIP, a mission-driven space expedition company based in the United States, will commence its services in India next month, enabling high-net-worth individuals in the country to embark on journeys to space. “For the first time, these luxury services will be available to clientele in India,” the company said in a statement. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VOTodrs https://ift.tt/SoIntks September 12, 2023 at 01:29AM SURENDRA SINGH

All-round India outclassed Pakistan in their rain-marred opening Asia Cup Super Four match at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The rain forced the match to reserve day, but India emerged victorious by 228 runs to collect two points in the Super 4 stage. This victory pushed India to the top of the Super Fours standings on superior Net Run Rate (NRR), with Sri Lanka and Pakistan also having two points each. from Times of India https://ift.tt/7l2SL0U https://ift.tt/SoIntks September 11, 2023 at 11:44PM TOI SPORTS DESK

After cards, phones, and smartwatches, 'pay by car' - launched by Amazon and Mastercard-backed ToneTag - is the latest mode for making payments. The service has been enabled by linking UPI with the car's infotainment system. This way, a car owner can pay digitally without a smartphone. from Times of India https://ift.tt/A50bd1M https://ift.tt/g538B9h September 11, 2023 at 01:56AM TNN

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Two men from Punjab on a recent visit to the state recently got so much fascinated by its scenic beauty, sprawling green fields and silky roads that they stopped midway, shot videos of the areas through their cell phones and posted on social media getting more than 1.5 million views so far. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ykxK8fG https://ift.tt/g538B9h September 10, 2023 at 10:49PM MANOJ CHAURASIA

Jaisalmer, in western Rajasthan, experienced its hottest September day on record with temperatures reaching 43.5 degrees Celsius. The previous record was 43.3 degrees Celsius in 1949. The hot weather is due to an anti-cyclonic circulation over western Rajasthan, caused by the departure of the monsoon season. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xC8bXOf https://ift.tt/Jbr8ipj September 10, 2023 at 01:38AM TNN

Naidu, who was touring the state as part of his pre-election campaign, was camping in a bus at Nandyal when a CID special investigation team woke him at 3am and said he was being arrested in an alleged scam of Rs 371 crore in the AP Skill Development Corporation. The scam is said to have taken place between 2014 and 2019, when Naidu was Andhra Pradesh CM. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ew9aYLR https://ift.tt/Jbr8ipj September 10, 2023 at 01:32AM SRIKANTH ALURI

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Samarawickrama scored a brilliant 93 before Sri Lanka bowlers rallied to beat Bangladesh by 21 runs in their Asia Cup Super 4 match in Colombo. Invited to bat, Samarawickrama & Kusal Mendis (50) took Sri Lanka to 257/9. Skipper Dasun Shanaka (3/28), Matheesha Pathirana (3/58) and spinner Maheesh Theekshana (3/69) then led a disciplined bowling attack to stop Bangladesh at 236 in 48.1 overs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/JTdqg87 https://ift.tt/Jbr8ipj September 09, 2023 at 11:34PM TOI SPORTS DESK

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India's Rohan Bopanna on Friday narrowly missed out on creating history as he and Australian partner Matthew Ebden suffered a 6-2, 3-6, 4-6 defeat to USA's Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury of United Kingdom in the US Open men's doubles final. Bopanna, 43, was looking to become the oldest Slam champion in Open era but suffered a defeat in the thrilling finale that lasted 2 hours at Arthur Ashe Stadium. from Times of India https://ift.tt/YaEueHN https://ift.tt/SEzpiOr September 08, 2023 at 11:53PM TOI SPORTS DESK

The BJP and the opposition's INDIA bloc both had victories in the bypolls for 7 seats across six states. The BJP won three seats in Tripura and Uttarakhand, while the INDIA parties won four seats - one each in Kerala, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh. The results are significant as they set the stage for the upcoming assembly elections and the next Lok Sabha polls. from Times of India https://ift.tt/FgC2dKJ https://ift.tt/SEzpiOr September 08, 2023 at 10:59PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Can KL Rahul keep wickets for the entire duration of an ODI? That question has gathered steam after his inclusion in the India squad for ongoing Asia Cup and the upcoming World Cup. But on Friday, Rahul might have answered a few sceptics while keeping for nearly 45 minutes at nets. Even though Rahul has been batting quite fluently, his wicketkeeping has remained a subject of speculation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9t1x8kU https://ift.tt/SEzpiOr September 08, 2023 at 10:16PM TOI SPORTS DESK

Union minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that assets worth more than $1.8 billion have been recovered from economic offenders and fugitives in the last four years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/JEAHKrS https://ift.tt/1P5qlsp September 08, 2023 at 02:51AM PTI

Ahead of the Modi-Biden meeting on Friday, India has issued the formal request to the US government for the mega acquisition of 31 top-notch weaponised MQ-9B Reaper or Predator-B drones, aiming to ink the final contract within this financial year.​ from Times of India https://ift.tt/0QZAPDU https://ift.tt/1P5qlsp September 08, 2023 at 01:28AM RAJAT PANDIT

Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden, a sixth-seeded Indian-Australian duo, advanced to the final of the men's doubles event at the US Open, securing their spot in the final with a commanding straight-set victory over French pair Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Nicolas Mahut. The Indo-Australian duo had previously reached the semifinals at Wimbledon earlier this year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9BWHvkf https://ift.tt/1P5qlsp September 07, 2023 at 11:51PM TOI SPORTS DESK

The Gujarat high court on Wednesday permitted a 12-year-old girl raped by her father to terminate her 27-week pregnancy and ordered the state government to pay Rs 2.5 lakh as compensation to her. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9xHPBOa https://ift.tt/V1KrgaX September 07, 2023 at 03:51AM TNN

The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a plea for fixing a cooling-off period of two years for SC and HC judges before accepting any political appointment, saying it was up to a judge to take a call on accepting such an appointment and it was for the government to frame a law. from Times of India https://ift.tt/V0XkL7U https://ift.tt/V1KrgaX September 07, 2023 at 02:54AM TNN

A special court on Tuesday sentenced 23 people to 10 years in jail under the Gangster Act for the massacre of eight cops in Bikru village of Kanpur Dehat during a raid against gangster Vikas Dubey and his men on July 2, 2020. from Times of India https://ift.tt/yXn75zF https://ift.tt/3toW8fa September 06, 2023 at 03:21AM FAIZ SIDDIQUI

Holding that governments cannot resort to preventive detention as a “tool for enforcement of law and order”, the Supreme Court has ruled that a habitual offender cannot be put under detention because of his “habituality” of committing offences but only when he is seen as having the potential to cause “public disorder”. from Times of India https://ift.tt/78pmWft https://ift.tt/3toW8fa September 06, 2023 at 02:00AM AMIT ANAND CHOUDHARY

Jaskaran Singh, a 21-year-old from Punjab, became the first crorepati of season 15 of Kaun Banega Crorepati. He even attempted the 7 crore question. Jaskaran in an exclusive chat with ETimes TV talked about his winning moment and how host Amitabh Bachchan comforted him on the show. He expressed his admiration for Amitabh Bachchan's humility and revealed his plans to use the prize money for his family and higher studies. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KMkswQb https://ift.tt/3toW8fa September 05, 2023 at 11:18PM VIJAYA TIWARI

The Supreme Court on Monday firmly asked National Conference leader and MP Mohd Akbar Lone to file an affidavit by Tuesday swearing unwavering allegiance to the Indian Constitution and affirming Jammu & Kashmir as an integral part of India after the Centre's strong protest against his “Pakistan zindabad” slogan on the floor of the J&K assembly in 2018. from Times of India https://ift.tt/DWkqjCV https://ift.tt/tDSVf5n September 05, 2023 at 01:29AM DHANANJAY MAHAPATRA

An ordinary show from the bowlers was superbly compensated by openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill as India thrashed Nepal by 10 wickets (DLS) in the rain-marred Asia Cup Group A game in Pallekele on Monday. Nepal, playing their first ever international game against giants India put up a strong fight with the bat to post 230 before bundling out. However they fell way short with the ball as Rohit and Gill completely bossed them, chasing the revised target of 145 (23 overs) with 17 balls to spare. from Times of India https://ift.tt/FgUJlsW https://ift.tt/tDSVf5n September 04, 2023 at 11:56PM TOI SPORTS DESK

Teachers' Day is celebrated on September 5th each year to honor and appreciate educators. It commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an Indian scholar and philosopher who emphasized the importance of education. Greetings, expressions, and sayings can be used to convey gratitude and admiration for teachers. Visuals, Facebook updates, and WhatsApp statuses can also be shared to show appreciation. Teachers play a crucial role in shaping the future and their influence lasts a lifetime. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VDJmlOQ https://ift.tt/tDSVf5n September 04, 2023 at 11:10PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

The countdown to the G20 leaders’ summit has begun with sherpas getting down to draft the final communique trying to bridge the differences within the group of developed and emerging economies on a range of issues, including inducting the African Union as part of the elite club that has been red-flagged by some members of the grouping. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uzQI0ae https://ift.tt/hIVyLPM September 04, 2023 at 01:12AM SUROJIT GUPTA AND SIDHARTHA

The services department of the Delhi government has sought an explanation from planning and finance departments on fixing the salaries of three non-official members of Dialogue and Development Commission allegedly without “specific approval” and wanted suggestions within a week on “corrective measures” that can be taken. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oVCr4UF https://ift.tt/hIVyLPM September 04, 2023 at 01:47AM TNN

Zahoor Ahmad Bhat, a government higher secondary school lecturer who had been punished for appearing before the Supreme Court to advocate against the repeal of Article 370, was suspended just days after the Constitution bench hearing the petitions questioned whether the penalty against him was "retribution." Bhat, who teaches political science at a state-run higher secondary school in Srinagar's Jawahar Nagar and also holds a law degree, was referred to as a "delinquent officer" when he was suspended on August 25. from Times of India https://ift.tt/R3ITlG2 https://ift.tt/hIVyLPM September 04, 2023 at 12:55AM M SALEEM PANDIT

A mother’s testimony against her son played a pivotal role in his and his friend’s conviction during the trial of a widow’s murder at the district court in Tripura’s Sepahijala on Saturday. The court handed down rigorous life imprisonment sentences to Suman Das (24) and Chandan Das (26) for murdering 55-year-old widow Krishna Das, who worked as a cleaning staff at the Bishalgarh Municipal Council. from Times of India https://ift.tt/dZjGuHJ https://ift.tt/hIVyLPM September 04, 2023 at 01:54AM BISWENDU BHATTACHARJEE

All-rounder Mehidy Hasan and middle-order batter Najmul Shanto's dazzling centuries were followed by an all-round bowling performance as Bangladesh crushed Afghanistan by 89 runs in the crucial Asia Cup Group B match in Lahore on Sunday. The victory for Bangladesh was their first in the tournament and kept their hopes of qualification for Super Fours alive. After losing their opener against Sri Lanka, Bangladesh were in a must-win situation and Hasan and Shanto stepped up in grand style to set up their team's easy victory. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tyaGd6j https://ift.tt/hIVyLPM September 03, 2023 at 11:13PM TOI SPORTS DESK

Union home minister Amit Shah released on Saturday a "black paper" of 69 allegations against the Bhupesh Baghel government in Chhattisgarh and warned that BJP will "hang the corrupt upside down to straighten them out" if voted into government. Shah called the Congress government a "government of scams, scandals, atrocities and breach of promise". from Times of India https://ift.tt/R2cmagp https://ift.tt/xz74CSo September 03, 2023 at 02:01AM TNN

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Senior advocate Rakesh Dwivedi told the Supreme Court some Jammu and Kashmir political parties, long wedded to democracy, have argued for retention of Article 370, which created a gap between India and J&K, by insisting wrongly that Maharaja of Kashmir continued to enjoy internal sovereignty even after signing the Instrument of Accession in October 1947. from Times of India https://ift.tt/CimnfML https://ift.tt/kh9aRfH September 02, 2023 at 02:07AM DHANANJAY MAHAPATRA

The government on Friday formed a six-member panel headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind to explore the feasibility of “one nation-one election”, a day after the announcement of a special session of Parliament from September 18-22 stoked speculation of early Lok Sabha polls, clubbed with five state polls due later this year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RdsmALg https://ift.tt/kh9aRfH September 02, 2023 at 01:01AM AKHILESH SINGH

The body of a 25-year-old youth, Vinay Srivastava, was found a gunshot wound inside a Thakurganj house belonging to Union junior minister for housing and urban affairs Kaushal Kishore in Lucknow on Friday morning. Hours later, police arrested three men — Ajay Rawat (32), Ankit Verma (27) and Shamim alias Baba (21). from Times of India https://ift.tt/FSMmeUp https://ift.tt/kh9aRfH September 02, 2023 at 01:13AM TNN

The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Centre and the Manipur government to take steps, including airdropping, to ensure supply of food and essential commodities to people affected by road blockades put up by two ethnic groups but refused to direct armed forces to remove these blockades. from Times of India https://ift.tt/fbWZdja https://ift.tt/kh9aRfH September 02, 2023 at 02:03AM DHANANJAY MAHAPATRA

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday arrested Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal in a bank fraud-linked money laundering case, officials said.The agency is probing the airlines for allegedly defaulting loans that caused wrongful loss of Rs 539 crore to Canara Bank. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QwK41d3 https://ift.tt/kh9aRfH September 01, 2023 at 11:10PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM