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Northwest India recorded just 3.1 mm of rainfall (91% less than normal) in January, the second lowest since 1901, whereas the country as a whole recorded 58% less than normal rainfall in the month, India Meteorological Department said on Wednesday. However, it predicted the monthly rainfall over the country as a whole during Feb is most likely to be "above normal", extremely crucial for Rabi, and could bring relief to farmers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HOPRzXn https://ift.tt/mxiCp19 February 01, 2024 at 01:47AM TNN

NTPC is set to acquire the KSK Mahanadi power station in Chattisgarh, a large greenfield project with a proposed capacity of 3,600 MW, marking the state-run utility's second acquisition of a stressed asset. The project came under corporate insolvency resolution process in April 2022 after defaulting on loans. NTPC's investment in the project is valued at Rs 5,000 crore. from Times of India https://ift.tt/EKeCT8v https://ift.tt/wzXe3Dr February 01, 2024 at 12:05AM SANJAY DUTTA

Chinese netizens have creatively used the euphemism 'invitation to tea' to refer to someone being summoned or investigated by law enforcement departments for suspected illegal activities. China's ministry of state security released a list of '10 Cups of Tea', which includes offences like endangering national security and illegally acquiring state secrets, to warn against potential probes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/H7xMOQ9 https://ift.tt/fOQIVMg January 31, 2024 at 04:19PM TOI WORLD DESK

Chief Justice T S Sivagnanam of Calcutta high court said on Tuesday that he was "ashamed and sorry" for "an untoward situation" last week involving two benches and Bengal's advocate general. He promised to "try my level best" to resolve the row, terming it "undesirable in a temple of law" and likely to have "a long-term effect on the public at large". from Times of India https://ift.tt/lCRYTh1 https://ift.tt/fQaLwJU January 31, 2024 at 12:29AM SUBRATA CHATTORAJ

Ashok Saraf, who is well known for his stellar performances in Marathi and Hindi films, has been selected for Maharashtra Bhushan Award 2023. from Times of India https://ift.tt/DjK04UJ https://ift.tt/o19J6Kd January 30, 2024 at 10:03PM etimes.in

Providing a clear indication that Uttarakhand government will proceed with implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state next month, chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday said that the five-member panel constituted under retired SC judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai will hand over its report to the government on Feb 2. from Times of India https://ift.tt/LEZarcs https://ift.tt/gdy60FM January 30, 2024 at 12:29AM KAUTILYA SINGH

Manisha Rani, a wildcard contestant on Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11, appeared on the show wearing an unusual cassette costume. She recently got hospitalized but is determined to give her best until the finale. The physically demanding show has been challenging for her due to the need for long rehearsals. Take a look: from Times of India https://ift.tt/DXx7JNa https://ift.tt/DQNV0yY January 29, 2024 at 10:53PM etimes.in

The highly debated reality show, Bigg Boss 17, is about to reveal the winner in a couple of minutes. Mannara Chopra, a well-liked contestant, has secured the position of second runner-up in the reality show. After many days of entertainment, drama, and emotional moments, Mannara Chopra has made it to the top finalist list successfully. from Times of India https://ift.tt/hjGy6B1 https://ift.tt/U9t8diJ January 29, 2024 at 12:09AM etimes.in

Bigg Boss 17's grand finale shocks as Ankita Lokhande gets evicted in fourth place. Unique elimination setup brings in family members, including Ankita's mother. Ankita's journey was a roller-coaster ride, known for conflicts with husband Vicky Jain. She provided emotional support to contestants. Celebrities Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, Madhuri Dixit, and Suniel Shetty make appearances. from Times of India https://ift.tt/FX2Dxhz https://ift.tt/i5OP4da January 28, 2024 at 11:17PM etimes.in

A cross-border terror module involved in smuggling of arms and ammunition has been busted, and five terror associates arrested in Karnah in Kupwara district, J&K Police said Saturday.In a statement, police said it had received “credible information” about arms smuggling from its own sources, which was “corroborated by other sister agencies and counterparts”. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6dT7LFr https://ift.tt/NJ5on8W January 28, 2024 at 12:34AM M SALEEM PANDIT

The inaugural execution utilizing nitrogen gas in the United States has drawn widespread global attention and has sparked serious concerns and vehement condemnations. The White House expressed its latest reaction on Friday, stating it was "deeply troubled" by the execution. "The use of nitrogen gas -- it is troubling to us," White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters. "We are deeply troubled by it." from Times of India https://ift.tt/yBulr2o https://ift.tt/xpG9IeQ January 27, 2024 at 11:14PM TOI WORLD DESK

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United Kingdom's attorney general will review a hospital order sentence handed out to the killer of Indian-Irish origin teenager Grace O’Malley-Kumar and two others in a triple murder in Nottingham last year after receiving a complaint that the sentence is too lenient. from Times of India https://ift.tt/URhSzEd https://ift.tt/NMi97nW January 27, 2024 at 12:02AM NAOMI CANTON

Airbus is set to sign an accord to establish an assembly line in India for the production of H125 civil helicopters. The line will be overseen by Tata Advanced Systems Limited. This agreement is expected to be announced during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6pgq5eB https://ift.tt/i9mKs3f January 25, 2024 at 11:52PM Bloomberg

National award-winning singer Bhavatharini, daughter of Ilaiyaraaja, has succumbed to stomach cancer. She was undergoing Ayurvedic treatment in Sri Lanka. Her story highlights the importance of awareness and vigilance in detecting and preventing stomach cancer. Born on July 23, 1976, Bhavatharinimade her debut as a singer for Raasaiya. She received the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 2000 for a song composed by her father. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QAh0vrl https://ift.tt/UFc24He January 25, 2024 at 10:16PM TOI LIFESTYLE DESK

Wipro founder Azim Premji gifted 10.2 million shares worth nearly Rs 500 crore to his sons, Rishad and Tariq. The transaction does not alter the overall promoter and promoter group shareholding in the company, which remains the same. As of December, Wipro promoters and the promoter group held 72.9% in the company. from Times of India https://ift.tt/wB3o8a7 https://ift.tt/anlEFbD January 24, 2024 at 10:48PM TNN

The tax department has seen a significant increase in the number of taxpayers, thanks to rising compliance and the use of technology. The total number of taxpayers who have filed tax returns has more than doubled in the past 9 years. This increase has led to a rise in direct tax receipts, with net direct tax receipts rising by 160. from Times of India https://ift.tt/dhEtHBP https://ift.tt/7mjwybx January 24, 2024 at 12:52AM TNN

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India closely tracks Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 heading to Malé via Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka denied permission for docking, and the Indian Navy is monitoring its movements. Previously, Chinese vessels Shi Yan-6 and Hai Yang 24 Hao had visited Colombo despite Indian objections. from Times of India https://ift.tt/UNzrT75 https://ift.tt/4EXPoBD January 23, 2024 at 12:37AM RAJAT PANDIT

On Monday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) issued a new set of summons to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, directing him to provide a statement in a money laundering case between January 27 and 31. This development follows a recent inquiry by the ED into the Ranchi land scam case, during which a team from the central agency questioned Chief Minister Soren for approximately seven hours at his official residence on Saturday, January 20. from Times of India https://ift.tt/CViEPjn https://ift.tt/rKfb5Ew January 22, 2024 at 10:58PM TOI NEWS DESK

On the eve of Ram Lalla's consecration, Ayodhya prepares for the grand ceremony. PM Narendra Modi will perform the consecration of Ram Lalla in the presence of 121 Vedic priests. The ceremony will include the removal of the idol's blindfold, application of kajal, and a maha arti with 108 diyas. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uiatIqn https://ift.tt/oVYNBrc January 22, 2024 at 01:40AM AKHILESH SINGH, RAJIV SRIVASTAVA, SHALABH

This article discusses flight booking tips, including strategic planning, early booking, flexibility with travel dates, and using Google Flights' features like price graph, price tracking, and filters to secure the best flight deals for your travel plans. For those with flexible travel dates, the Price graph feature enables an exploration of fare trends by month or week, with the option to activate flight and price tracking. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uVZxtby https://ift.tt/AXx0m8S January 20, 2024 at 04:20PM TOI TECH DESK

India's cadaver transplant programme achieved a significant milestone in 2023, with over 1,000 deceased donors. It also surpassed other countries in the total number of hand transplants. Manipur, a conflict-torn state, joined the deceased donation programme, conducting two donations. Telangana led in cadaver donations, followed by Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Gujarat. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9i4VJY3 https://ift.tt/gxX10aS January 21, 2024 at 01:48AM MALATHY IYER

A team from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) interrogated Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren for approximately seven hours at his official residence on Saturday in connection with the Ranchi land scam case amid protests by hundreds of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha workers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Ynx6FPr https://ift.tt/eEDLNnd January 21, 2024 at 01:42AM SANJAY SAHAY

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The Delhi high court ruled that fees received by a US domain name registrar for providing registration services are not taxable as royalty. The court considered the accreditation agreement between the registrar and ICANN, stating that the registrar does not have proprietorship rights in the domain name and therefore cannot transfer the right to use it. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RVDb2pk https://ift.tt/PhwtAmG January 21, 2024 at 01:11AM LUBNA KABLY

Pakistan expresses readiness to work with Iran after airstrikes. National Security Committee holds emergency meeting chaired by caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar. No desire for escalation, but will respond with full might if territorial integrity violated. Pakistani strikes target separatist groups, Iran's strikes target Jaish al-Adl. Concerns raised about instability in the Middle East. UN secretary-general urges maximum restraint. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xDNeVTG https://ift.tt/1VvxqJP January 19, 2024 at 11:59PM OMER FAROOQ KHAN

Indian Immunologicals Ltd rolls out Havisure, India's first indigenous Hepatitis-A vaccine. The two-dose inactivated virus vaccine, developed over eight years, is priced at Rs 2,150 per dose. Extensive clinical trials have shown that Havisure is safe and efficacious for pediatric, adolescent, and adult use. from Times of India https://ift.tt/JIMxXHs https://ift.tt/9g7OXGC January 20, 2024 at 12:50AM SWATI BHARADWAJ

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued a notice to Amazon for selling sweets under the name 'Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad' and concealing manufacturers' details. The CCPA has also found various other products claiming to be 'Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad'. Amazon has been given seven days to respond. from Times of India https://ift.tt/7Fw9Rv4 https://ift.tt/QWah8tF January 19, 2024 at 11:05PM DIPAK K DASH AND ASMITA DEY

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Preparations are in full swing for the Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pran Patishtha ceremony on January 22, 2024. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the Ram temple and be the chief guest. More than 7,000 people, including politicians, film personalities, and industrialists, will attend. Schools and central government offices in various states will have a holiday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/a0Rd3ey https://ift.tt/nXqd9Jg January 18, 2024 at 11:50PM DEEPTO BANERJEE

Google announces layoffs at its video-sharing platform, YouTube, affecting around 100 roles. This comes after recent layoffs across various divisions. YouTube is restructuring its operations to streamline its business and handle its growing creator base. CEO Sundar Pichai hints at possible further cuts later this year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5SaUoMf https://ift.tt/JfxBbXr January 18, 2024 at 02:20PM TOI TECH DESK

An annual survey of British Sikhs reveals that only 21% are "very proud" to have Rishi Sunak as PM, despite his Punjabi heritage. The survey also highlights concerns about the Hindu community benefiting more from Sunak's premiership than Sikhs. The 10th British Sikh Report provides statistical information about the needs of British Sikhs, including their voting intentions and financial struggles. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jIFfde5 https://ift.tt/SM2iAb0 January 18, 2024 at 12:04AM NAOMI CANTON

India edged Afghanistan in a dramatic second Super Over to sweep the Twenty20 series after the third match ended in a tie following Rohit Sharma's record-setting century on Wednesday. The India captain became the first batsman to hit five T20I tons as his unbeaten 121 off 69 balls powered the hosts to 212-4 in Bengaluru after they had slipped to 22-4. But Afghanistan put up a spirited show as Gulbadin Naib hit an unbeaten 55 off 23 balls to steer his side to 212-6, taking two off the final delivery to level the scores. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ak6zIrx https://ift.tt/yckxK62 January 18, 2024 at 12:06AM TOI SPORTS DESK

After a long wait, New York City finally saw its first significant snowfall in over 700 days. Central Park and other parts of the city were covered in a thin layer of snow, marking the end of a long snowless period. "It's been 701 days since Central Park last recorded an inch of snow on a calendar day," announced the National Weather Service. "The streak has ended!" proclaimed the National Weather Service. Residents in Brooklyn and other neighborhoods were seen clearing the snow from sidewalks after a long holiday weekend. from Times of India https://ift.tt/DhaQ9qS https://ift.tt/CG1pVYc January 16, 2024 at 11:05PM TOI WORLD DESK

PM Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the role of tribal woman Shabari in the story of Ram, ahead of the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22. He also emphasized the importance of the welfare of the poor, deprived, and tribals, and mentioned the construction of 4 crore permanent houses for the poor in the last 10 years. “The story of Shri Ram is not possible without Mata Shabari,” the PM said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Jv9uMEO https://ift.tt/N0563aJ January 16, 2024 at 12:46AM TNN

Security forces in the Krishna Ghati sector of J&K's Poonch are conducting searches to find terrorists who fired on an army convoy. No casualties were reported. Concurrently, another operation is underway in Sawjian, Mandi, based on reports of suspicious activities in the forested area. This follows a recent ambush in Dera Ki Gali, Poonch, where four soldiers lost their lives. “The search is underway in Dharti, Dhara, Magnad and Jhallas areas of Poonch,” an official source said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1rRYL3K https://ift.tt/QnD8Iih January 15, 2024 at 11:45PM SANJAY KHAJURIA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Monday release the first instalment of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) for one lakh beneficiaries. The PM will also interact with the beneficiaries of PM-JANMAN from particulatly vulnerable tribal groups (PVTGs) via video conferencing. The event will be held in more than 100 districts. A statement from the PMO highlighted that PM-JANMAN was launched "in line with the PM's efforts towards the vision of Antyodaya to empower the last person at the last mile." from Times of India https://ift.tt/oedE7Ux https://ift.tt/AtZXixI January 15, 2024 at 12:25AM TNN

Makar Sankranti, a Hindu festival marking the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Makara, holds immense cultural, traditional, religious, and agricultural significance in India. Celebrated on January 14th, it signifies the end of winter solstice and the beginning of longer days. The festival is characterized by kite-flying and the consumption of festive foods like sesame seeds, and jaggery. Devotees also take holy dips in rivers and engage in traditional dances around bonfires. from Times of India https://ift.tt/LqUdS19 https://ift.tt/Tvd36bj January 14, 2024 at 09:00PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently announced significant improvements in the customer experience for H-1B visa applicants, placing a strong emphasis on digital processes. Key among these improvements is the rollout of 'organizational accounts' and the facilitation of online submissions for both visa applications and requests for premium processing. Slated for implementation in the fiscal year 2025 H-1B cap season, these organizational accounts are designed for non-cap filings. They will allow various members within an organization, encompassing businesses and their legal representatives, to work together in preparing H-1B visa applications. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RkWXKlt https://ift.tt/sCx2S5a January 13, 2024 at 06:34PM LUBNA KABLY

Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, led by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, is set to start tomorrow from Manipur's Thoubal district from Times of India https://ift.tt/6CAYPEz https://ift.tt/ylQPdzq January 13, 2024 at 11:17PM TOI NEWS DESK

India is expected to become the world's largest producer of lentils in the 2023-24 crop year, with an estimated surge in production of around 16 lakh tonne. This increase is due to higher acreage. The lentil production in Canada and Australia is estimated to be around 14 lakh tonne and 15 lakh tonne respectively. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Z20lXmB https://ift.tt/MQgzY1j January 13, 2024 at 12:01AM DIPAK K DASH

The new generation Akash surface-to-air missile system is ready for user trials. The missile system has the capability to intercept hostile aircraft, helicopters, and drones at a range of 30-km. The Akash-NG weapon system will be a force multiplier for the air defense capability of the IAF and Army. from Times of India https://ift.tt/K9RlSA2 https://ift.tt/G4a5L3s January 12, 2024 at 11:35PM RAJAT PANDIT

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The Army deploys additional troops and strengthens intelligence network to counter the spike in terror attacks in Rajouri-Poonch. They study terrorists' tactics and draw tactical lessons to improve counter-infiltration and counter-terrorism operations. The focus is on respecting human rights and zero tolerance for violations. The Army works with other agencies to establish a robust intelligence gathering and sharing mechanism. from Times of India https://ift.tt/boy9P1v https://ift.tt/AIRaJBi January 12, 2024 at 01:51AM RAJAT PANDIT

Left-handed batter Rinku Singh, who scored a 9-ball 16, stayed till the last, giving Shivam Dube, who played an unbeaten innings of 60 runs off 40 balls, good company to finish off the chase. The duo put on a fine unbeaten 42-run stand for the fifth wicket, denying any chance whatsoever to Afghanistan. Rinku, who is an attacking batsman himself, kept his cool and gave credit to former Indian skipper MS Dhoni's advice for his calm and composed approach towards the game. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6rta3ds https://ift.tt/CVtDxva January 11, 2024 at 11:03PM TOI SPORTS DESK

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The first US lunar lander in more than 50 years rocketed to space gave up its hopes on Moon landing after the lander faced a "critical" fuel leak on Tuesday. Informing that there was "no chance of a soft landing on the Moon", the company said, "given the propellant fuel leak, there is, unfortunately, no chance of a soft landing on the Moon". The robotic lander, Peregrine, built by a private company Astrobotic had been facing several technical problems since its launch Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ATXauH1 https://ift.tt/Kby8jYa January 10, 2024 at 12:28AM TOI WORLD DESK

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Seat-sharing for Lok Sabha polls between Maha Vikas Aghadi constituents seems to be headed for trouble. After Congress invited applications from aspirants in all 48 seats last week, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut staked claim to 23 seats which it had fought in alliance with BJP in 2019. Raut's claim is supported by his party district chief in Nagpur, Prakash Jadhav, who stated that Shiv Sena won the highest number of seats after BJP in the previous elections. from Times of India https://ift.tt/7zauB2A https://ift.tt/sHcaF5m January 09, 2024 at 02:35AM VAIBHAV GANJAPURE

The first US lunar lander in more than 50 years rocketed to space Monday, suffered 'critical loss' of fuel. In its latest update, Astrobotic posted on X, " Unfortunately, it appears the faliure within the propulsion system is causing a critical loss of propellant. The team is working to try and stabilize the loss, but given the situation, we have prioritized maximising the science and data we can capture. We are currently assessing what alternative mission profiles may be feasible at this time." from Times of India https://ift.tt/jsR4J39 https://ift.tt/YKnPDUp January 09, 2024 at 12:44AM TOI WORLD DESK

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K-Pop sensation Aoora gets evicted from Bigg Boss 17, leaving Salman Khan, contestants shocked. Aoora bonds with Arun Mashetty, Chintu, Ankita Lokhande. Known for changing hair colours, Aoora gets emotional when he can't understand Anurag Dobhal's joke. Aoora's unique rendition of Bappi Lahiri's Jimmy Jimmy from Disco Dancer impresses in India. Aoora was a member of Double-A and debuted in 2009. Tabu appears as a special guest in the episode with tasks. BB17's Aishwarya Sharma talks about Munawar, Ankita-Vicky slap incident, and ex-boyfriend's claims. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8BFlfxj https://ift.tt/TkiW7bH January 07, 2024 at 11:06PM etimes.in

The number of creches under the National Creche Scheme dramatically decreased due to a combination of factors, including financial irregularities and changes in funding patterns. The scheme's fund utilisation worsened over time, leading to a slash in allocation from the centre. Several states, including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, no longer have any creches. The scheme was renamed Palna Scheme under Mission Shakti, but it has struggled to get off the ground. The new scheme aims for 17,000 anganwadi cum creches by 2025-26, but there are concerns about meeting the demand and maintaining funding allocation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/vZHrNTy https://ift.tt/GoEvAUd January 07, 2024 at 01:17AM REMA NAGARAJAN

A 52-year-old steward from British Airways tragically passed away on a flight from London Heathrow to Hong Kong. Despite medical assistance, the steward could not be resuscitated. Passengers were informed that the New Year's Eve flight would be cancelled. This marks the second recent loss for British Airways, as another steward passed away on December 23. The crew member was discovered lifeless in his hotel room during a stopover between flights. The flight from Newark to London Heathrow was cancelled. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Ie2mzGh https://ift.tt/4xieA8j January 06, 2024 at 11:02PM TOI WORLD DESK

Pakistan's Senate passed a resolution on Friday seeking a delay in the upcoming polls scheduled for February 8 due to security concerns, harsh weather, and threats to the lives of prominent politicians. The resolution emphasized the need to address legitimate concerns, facilitate election campaigns, and guarantee the safety of politicians and citizens. It called for the effective participation of people from all areas of Pakistan and belonging to all political shades. The resolution was moved by Independent senator Dilawar Khan, with support from intelligence agencies warning of terrorist attacks on election rallies. from Times of India https://ift.tt/TSZ4Bin https://ift.tt/pY0CkNR January 06, 2024 at 12:49AM OMAR FAROOQ KHAN

A Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist, Bilal Ahmed Bhat, involved in a series of killings of soldiers, migrant workers, and Pandits, was gunned down in an encounter in Kashmir's Shopian district. Bhat fired on the police, army, and CRPF personnel during a cordon-and-search operation. His body was seized along with a large cache that included an AK rifle and magazines. Bhat, a resident of Shopian, unleashed a spate of attacks last year, targeting various people. He lured local youths to take up terrorism and even killed a fellow terrorist. from Times of India https://ift.tt/wzBMT6Z https://ift.tt/3us0TYb January 06, 2024 at 12:26AM M SALEEM PANDIT

Elon Musk criticized the US government for limiting visas in the H-1B category and suggested that the country should stop illegal immigration and allow more legal immigrants to come in. He called the current system "madness" and proposed halting illegal immigration while substantially increasing legal immigration. Musk made these comments while discussing a chart showing pending applications from highly skilled individuals for visas in the H1-B category. He also addressed another chart comparing illegal immigrations under different US presidents and stated that the current administration is actively facilitating illegal immigration. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1Gym6ev https://ift.tt/wysNXOH January 05, 2024 at 10:44PM TOI WORLD DESK

Supreme Court refuses to intervene in the case of Indian citizen Nikhil Gupta, arrested in the Czech Republic for conspiring to kill Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in the US. The court says it cannot pass directions as the matter is pending in a foreign court. Gupta, who was granted consular access initially, seeks legal aid and assistance from the Indian government and claims he is being falsely implicated. The court states that it is a sensitive matter and leaves it to the government to decide. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SxyB2z5 https://ift.tt/qlokXe9 January 05, 2024 at 01:17AM AMIT ANAND CHOUDHARY

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DCGI has also asked the drug controller cum licensing authorities to direct all blood centres to adhere to the revised guidelines for recovery of processing charges. When a person donates blood, it is not transfused into a patient directly. The donated blood, referred to as whole blood, is processed in centrifuges to separate it into transfusable components. This includes red cells, platelets and plasma. The exercise is referred to as blood processing and a cost is incurred on this. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6anYmSo https://ift.tt/5ajrJlK January 05, 2024 at 01:18AM TNN

The European Space Agency's Proba-3 mission is set to launch on India's PSLV in September. The innovative mission involves two small satellites, a Coronagraph and an Occulter, flying in tight formation about 150 meters apart. The Occulter will cast its shadow onto the Coronagraph, creating an artificial eclipse, allowing the observation of the Sun's faint corona in visible, ultraviolet, and polarized light for extended periods. The mission aims to provide new insights into coronal mass ejections and measure solar irradiance, potentially influencing our understanding of Earth's climate. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pD7hHkP https://ift.tt/Chsb8x1 January 04, 2024 at 11:21PM CHETHAN KUMAR

Investigations by CID (crime and Railways) into illegal emigrations to the US using chartered flights have revealed that another plane had taken off for Nicaragua from Dubai on December 6 as well, taking the number of such known trips so far to three. On December 21, French officials did not allow a plane with 303 passengers - 96 of them from Gujarat - to take off from Vatry airport following a tip-off on suspected human smuggling. The plane had halted at the airport in France for refuelling. Two days before this incident, a charter had halted in Germany. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MrcYJ49 https://ift.tt/IPtcxjG January 04, 2024 at 01:05AM ASHISH CHAUHAN

Nikesh Arora, the highest-paid executive at Google, became a billionaire after joining Palo Alto Networks. His net worth is now $1.5 billion. As the CEO of Palo Alto Networks, a cybersecurity software company, Arora received $125 million in stocks. The company's share price surged, making Arora's stake worth $830 million. He sold $300 million worth of shares in 2023. Arora's 2023 compensation includes up to 750,000 stocks, worth over $220 million. The company justified the award based on his strong performance and vested ownership. from Times of India https://ift.tt/lBezPyQ https://ift.tt/a36udIw January 03, 2024 at 07:20PM TIMESOFINDIA.COM

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The year 2023 was the second warmest on record in India, with a temperature anomaly of 0.65°C above the long-term average. Thunderstorms and lightning caused over 50% of the 2,376 human casualties due to extreme weather events. Globally, 2023 was the warmest year on record, with a temperature anomaly of 1.40°C above the pre-industrial level. The India Meteorological Department attributed the high temperatures to El Nino conditions. Madhya Pradesh reported the highest number of casualties, followed by Uttar Pradesh. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Z6QmD7E https://ift.tt/7ZEiKaB January 02, 2024 at 01:11AM VISHWA MOHAN

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Israel's Supreme Court on Monday struck down a key component of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial overhaul. The court's 8-7 majority decision overturned a law enacted in July, a crucial element of Netanyahu's proposed justice system overhaul. The now-invalidated law aimed to prevent judges from overturning government decisions they deemed "unreasonable." Critics argued that this move by Netanyahu raised concerns about potential corruption and the improper appointment of unqualified individuals to key positions. Prime Minister Netanyahu has so far not commented on the Supreme Court’s ruling. from Times of India https://ift.tt/rPKacCy https://ift.tt/pVsbQx2 January 01, 2024 at 11:27PM TOI WORLD DESK