Friday 31 December 2021
Jammu: 12 dead in stampede at Vaishno Devi
At least 12 people died in a stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu on Saturday early morning. The deceased include devotees from Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and 1 from J&K. The stampede occurred outside the sanctum sanctorum of the shrine atop Trikuta hills. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Live: Stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan
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Live: Maha may report 2 lakh active Covid cases soon
The presence of Omicron in genome-sequenced samples in India has crossed 50%, indicating that the variant is rapidly replacing Delta as the dominant strain. Around 80% of Covid cases among international arrivals are of Omicron. Stay with TOI for latest updates: Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
I-T raid on UP trader who is also SP MLC
The IT searches come close on the heels of the raids by the GST Intelligence on perfume trader Piyush Jain in Kanpur and Kannauj, where cash worth Rs 198 crore was recovered in the past few days apart from several kilograms of gold and sandalwood oil. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Xiaomi, Oppo face fine for I-T norms violations
On December 21, the I-T department conducted country-wide search and seizure operations on certain foreign-controlled mobile communication and mobile handset manufacturing companies, and people linked to them. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Finance minister says Akhilesh ‘shaken’ by tax raids
“Law enforcement agencies work on actionable inputs and then they conduct searches... Those questioning the searches, I want to ask them... Did the agencies come empty handed? No. It means the inputs provided were correct,” Sitharaman said when asked about the tax raids. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Consider any person with fever Covid suspect: Govt
The Centre advised states to expedite procurement of necessary testing equipment and set up multiple RAT booths on a 24/7 basis and permit RAT at government and private hospitals, including all districts hospitals and primary healthcare centres. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'36,000 couples in queue, but CARA has 1,936 kids'
In its quarterly data analysis released on Friday, voluntary organisation — Families of Joy (FoJ) — highlighted that figures collated over December show that the maximum number of healthy children below two years, legally available for adoption in any state, as on date is just about 10. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Coronavirus: Centre prepares labs and hospitals for spike
There are 2014 RT-PCR labs, 941 TrueNat, 132 CBNAAT and 30 others. There are more than 200 manufacturers of RT-PCR test kits while 53 are making rapid antigen kits. A total of seven home-testing RATs should be available soon and daily testing capacity is in excess of 20 lakh, said official sources. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Omicron cases dip to 168 after Thursday’s peak of 263
India reported 168 cases on Friday — lower than 263 on Thursday and 215 on Wednesday — taking the country’s total tally to 1,379. While Maharashtra just reported four cases, a sharp fall from 198 the previous day, Delhi led the states in single-day tally with 57 cases. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Thursday 30 December 2021
'Immunity after jab or infection lasts 9 months'
Some studies also show a strong response mounted through hybrid immunity developed in those vaccinated after recovery from natural infection, Bhargava said underlining that vaccination is must for better protection even for those who have suffered from the disease. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
All parties want polls on time: CEC
The EC has also decided to extend polling by one hour since Covid protocol will slow down voting. Further, to ensure that even a corona-infected voter can vote, EC staff in PPE kits will go to them, CEC Sushil Chandra said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
China renames 15 places in Arunachal, MEA hits back
China’s ministry of civil affairs issued a statement saying they have “standardised” names for 15 places in Arunachal Pradesh, to be used on Chinese maps. This is the second time China has renamed the places of Arunachal Pradesh. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Namita Gokhale, Bratya Basu Sahitya Akademi winners
The awards spanning 20 languages include seven books of poetry, two novels, five short stories, two plays and one biography, autobiography, epic poetry and criticism. A statement by the Sahitya Akademi said the awards for Maithili, Manipuri, Gujarati and Urdu will be announced later. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'If needed, give money from CM’s relief fund to MoC'
The Kolkata-based Missionaries of Charity that had arrived in Odisha in 1974 runs 13 centres for the sick, abandoned, elderly, leprosy patients, mentally disabled and orphans. Nearly 1,000 marginalised and underprivileged inmates, including children, are part of these organisations. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Wednesday 29 December 2021
Pak buys 25 Chinese J-10C fighters in response to India's Rafale
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Banks’ bad loans may soar to 9.5% by Sept 2022: RBI
The Financial Stability Report released by RBI on Wednesday projects banks’ gross NPAs rising to 8.1% of total assets by September 2022 from 6.9% in Sept 2021 under a baseline scenario and to 9.5% under severe stress scenario. All earlier projections after the pandemic reflected far worse outcomes than the present report. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Nagaland shootout: SIT to quiz soldiers today; 2 witnesses depose before CoI
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126 tigers dead in 2021, the highest in a decade: NTCA
Data sourced from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) till December 29 this year revealed that 60 of the 124 big cats that died fell prey to poachers, accidents and man-animal conflict outside protected areas. Statewise, Madhya Pradesh, with 526 tigers, had the highest loss at 42, followed by Maharashtra, which has 312 tigers, at 26, and Karnataka, which hosts 524 tigers, at 15. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Don’t speculate: J&K SIT on Hyderpora shootout warn politicians
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SC’s ‘triple test’ criteria may identify new OBCs for political quotas
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Anil Deshmukh, family laundered Rs 50cr, says ED chargesheet
Former Maharashtra home minister Anil Deshmukh and his family have laundered Rs 50 crore through companies associated with them, said the Enforcement Directorate in its 7,000-plus pages chargesheet submitted in the special PMLA court on Wednesday. The chargesheet named Deshmukh’s two sons, Hrishikesh and Salil, and their CA Bhavik Panjwani as accused in the case. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Tuesday 28 December 2021
Mother’s charity ‘is in talks with auditors’, cuts back on spend
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Mukesh Ambani talks succession for 1st time as RIL chief
In his first statement on succession plans, RIL chairman Mukesh Ambani on Tuesday said the younger generation is now ready to take on leadership roles, and emphasised that he would like the process to be accelerated. “We should guide them, enable them, encourage them... and sit back and applaud as they perform better than us,” said Ambani. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Take ‘credit’ for businessman's cash pile,' PM dares SP
PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday traced arrested Kanpur perfume trader Piyush Jain’s Rs 284-crore unaccounted money trail to the “scent of corruption” in UP before 2017 and dared the Samajwadi Party leadership to “take credit for it”, just as they have been doing for every project completed by BJP. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
SC: Insurer can’t refuse medical claim citing existing condition
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Monday 27 December 2021
Man held inside Windsor Castle sought 'Jallianwala revenge'
A man arrested by armed police inside the grounds of Windsor Castle carrying a crossbow and detained under the Mental Health Act is believed to be an Indian-origin Sikh who wanted to assassinate the Queen in revenge for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 1919. Armed police responded to a security breach at 8.30 am on Christmas Day within the grounds of Windsor Castle and arrested a 19-year-old man from Southampton. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Imposing curfew at night but calling lakhs to rallies defies logic'
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Metros, bigger cities to see 5G rollout next year
Delhi, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Chandigarh and Chennai will be among cities that will see the debut of high-speed 5G telecom services in the country next year, the government has said. Other cities where the trial sites have been set up are Kolkata, Jamnagar, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, and Gandhi Nagar, the telecom ministry said, as it outlined the rollout plans for 5G in the country. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
AAP single largest party in Chandigarh civic polls on debut
Debutant AAP on Monday dealt a double whammy to the old guard in the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation elections, relegating BJP to second place and pushing Congress to third in the seat stakes with a tally of 14 out of 35. Congress doubled its 2016 tally to win eight seats and garnered the highest vote percentage of 29.8% overall. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Punjab: BJP to have common manifesto with Captain & Dhindsa's parties
BJP is likely to play the role of senior partner in its alliance with Amarinder Singh’s Punjab Lok Congress and Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa’s SAD (Sanyukt) in Punjab, and the coalition is unlikely to project any chief ministerial face in the run-up to the election, sources said on Monday. BJP’s Punjab in-charge Gajendra Shekhawat announced that all three parties will contest elections and will come up with a common manifesto. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Sunday 26 December 2021
Cairn drops lawsuits against govt in US, UK
Cairn Energy has dropped lawsuits against the government and its entities in the US and the UK. It is in final stages of withdrawing cases in France and the Netherlands, which were filed to get back about Rs 7,900 crore that were collected from it to enforce a retrospective tax demand. The UK company has initiated proceedings to withdraw lawsuits it had filed in several jurisdictions to enforce an international arbitration award. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
TV actor Vishal Nikam wins Bigg Boss Marathi 3
The much-awaited finale of Bigg Boss Marathi 3 hosted by Mahesh Manjrekar has concluded on a high note with a grand gala finale. Famous actor Vishal Nikam emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss Marathi 3. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Shah brings Ayodhya issue at centre stage of UP polls
Union home minister and BJP’s chief strategist Amit Shah on Sunday brought the Hindutva narrative to the centre-stage by saying that those who fired bullets at ‘kar sevaks’ in 1990 are not happy with the construction of a grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Desertion of infants: 'Delhi tops cities' list, Maha worst state'
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Fall in line or you will be out: Kerala Cong chief to Tharoor
Kerala PCC (KPCC) president K Sudhakaran on Sunday said no one, including Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, in the party has the authority to oppose its directions, and warned the latter that he will be removed from the party if he does not fall in line with its decisions. His comments come in the wake of Tharoor's recent open praise of chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan for his “investment-friendly” initiatives. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Saturday 25 December 2021
RBI checks into RBL Bank board; CEO goes on leave
RBL Bank on Saturday saw a series of changes at the top management level starting with the RBI’s appointment of Yogesh K Dayal as an additional director. The bank’s board also accepted the request of the MD & CEO Vishwavir Ahuja to proceed on leave with immediate effect. Separately, the board approved the appointment of Rajeev Ahuja, executive director, as interim managing director & CEO with immediate effect. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
MNCs tried to scuttle WHO nod for Covaxin: CJI Ramana
Chief Justice of India NV Ramana on Thursday lamented that attempts were made to prevent the indigenously developed Covaxin from getting WHO recognition. “Several multi-national companies, like Pfizer, on one hand, and scores of people from within India, on the other hand, had made unfair attempts to defame Covaxin. They had even complained to WHO and tried to stall recognition to this made-in-India vaccine,” the CJI said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
61% coal-power units near big cities to miss emission goal
The power plants which have to meet the end of 2022 target are those which are located within a 10km radius of the National Capital Region (NCR) or cities with million-plus population. There are 79 such plants in this category (Category A), according to a task force constituted by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Live: India’s Omicron count at 415, Maharashtra crosses 100-mark
PM Modi on Saturday announced that the vaccination drive against Covid-19 is being expanded to include those between 15 and 18 years. Healthcare workers and citizens above 60 years with comorbidities will also be administered a 'precaution dose' of the vaccine. Stay with TOI for all updates. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Friday 24 December 2021
Merry Christmas 2021: Images, Wishes, Messages
Festive lights, decor, the sound of carols and bells ringing, all mark the arrival of Christmas. It is the day Jesus was born and every year on December 25, the festival is celebrated with utmost fervour and enthusiasm. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Nepal PM to visit India in Jan, to hold talks with Modi
Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba is likely to visit India in the second week of January, according to government sources. This will be his first visit to India since assuming office earlier this year. Deuba had last met his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi in Glasgow last month on the sidelines of the COP26 summit. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
ED releases Nirav’s assets for auction to recover dues
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has de-attached assets worth Rs 1,000 crore, including the building that once housed Rhythm House music store at Kala Ghoda, a Nepeansea Road flat, an office building in Kurla and jewellery, of diamantaire Nirav Modi on court order for auction to recover the Punjab National Bank (PNB) dues. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
EC calls health secretary for Covid inputs
A bail order by the Allahabad High Court on Thursday, which went on to suggest the Election Commission and Prime Minister Narendra Modi consider deferring the upcoming assembly elections in view of the Omicron threat, does not seem to have affected the poll body’s ongoing exercise of assessing preparedness or its plans to allow election rallies with appropriate precautions. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Thursday 23 December 2021
HC to ECI, PM: Consider putting off UP polls
The Allahabad high court has requested the Election Commission of India, and the Prime Minister, to consider postponing the assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, slated to be held in February next year, by a month or two in view of the sudden rise in the number of Covid-19 cases caused by the Omicron variant. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Afg vote brings to fore India’s differences with China, Russia
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'Radhe Shyam': Its an out and out sci-fi romantic tragedy!
Radhe Shyam is an upcoming Period Sci-fi romantic drama written and directed by Radha Krishna Kumar starring Prabhas and Pooja Hegde. The film is shot in Telugu and Hindi languages that are jointly funded by Prabhas’s home banner GopiKrishna Movies, UV Creations and T-Series. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Wednesday 22 December 2021
2021 flashback: Paralympians lifted India's spirits
Be it gold medallist javelin thrower Sumit Antil breaking multiple world records in a span of a few minutes or high jumper Nishad Kumar shattering the Asian record in the T47 category and Manish Narwal setting a new Paralympic record in Mixed 50m Pistol shooting, the Indians never failed to impress in the showpiece event. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Christmas, New Year public celebrations banned in Delhi
On a day when the Capital reported the highest single-day spike in Covid-19 cases in six months – 125 – all cultural events and gatherings to celebrate Christmas and the new year were banned by Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA). Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
India tests its new surface-to-surface short-range missile
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CRPF women commandos in VIP security teams soon
CRPF women commandos trained in VIP security will soon be added to the security detail of Z-plus category protectees based in Delhi, including home minister Amit Shah, Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra as well as former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. The women commandos, like their male counterparts, will carry arms, ballistic protection and other gadgets as required on the job. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Aryan case: SIT may close probe into ‘extortion’ charges
The special investigation team of Mumbai police conducting a probe into allegations of extortion in the arrest of actor Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan in a drug case is likely to close it as the actor’s manager Pooja Dadlani, who is alleged to have handed over the money, is yet to appear for giving her statement. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Friend of other sex isn’t for satisfying lust: Pocso court
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No caste certificate issued in Wankhede’s name: Panel
The Mumbai district caste verification committee has informed Pune-based RTI activist Nitin Sanjay Yadav that as per its records, no caste validity certificate has been issued in the name of NCB official Sameer Wankhede. The panel’s reply given to Yadav assumes importance as NCP member Nawab Malik has claimed that Wankhede belongs to the Muslim community but had obtained an SC certificate for securing a job in the central government. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Tuesday 21 December 2021
Goa: Two-time BJP Vasco MLA Carlos Almeida to join Cong
Two-times Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Vasco MLA Carlos Almeida, who tendered his resignation as MLA, has decided to join Indian National Congress. Almeida said that he will join Congress today. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Ranveer Singh starrer '83' declared tax-free in Delhi
Ranveer Singh is currently gearing up for the release of '83. Helmed by Kabir Khan, the film revolves around India's historical 1983 cricket World Cup win. Recently, the state government in Delhi declared '83 tax-free. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Parl live: LS likely to adjourn sine die ahead of schedule today
Amid speculation that Parliament is likely to adjourn sine die on Wednesday, a day ahead of schedule, no legislative business is listed in the Lok Sabha for the day. Stay with TOI for latest updates- Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Top10: Omicron cases cross 200, States told to activate war rooms
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We just want to focus on our cricket, says Dean Elgar
The Omicron variant has left South African cricket crippled, forcing Cricket South Africa to cancel the T20 Mzansi Super League for the second year running. The CSA then somehow managed to convince the BCCI to not pull India out of the tour, even if the series would be played in empty stadiums. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Move to raise girl's marriage age causing pain to some: PM
"Everybody is seeing who is having problem with the move to raise the marriage age of girls from 18 to 21," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi, taking a swipe at the opposition parties at an event at Prayagraj for women empowerment on Tuesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Lakshadweep sees protests as Friday school offs changed
The Lakshadweep administration has changed the weekly off-day for schools in the Union Territory from Friday to Sunday, triggering protest in the Muslim-dominated archipelago. Muslims constitute nearly 96% of Lakshadweep population as per the 2011 Census and Friday has been a holiday in schools there for decades. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Monday 20 December 2021
Of 161 Omicron cases, 80% are asymptomatic: Mandaviya
Of a total of 161 cases of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 detected in the country so far, 13% were mild, whereas 80% were asymptomatic and 44 have recovered so far, health minister Mansukh Mandaviya said in the Rajya Sabha on Monday. He assured that there was an adequate capacity in terms of labs to test and track the variant. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
ED quizzes Aishwarya for 6 hours in Panama case
Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday at its headquarters in central Delhi in a case linked to the 2016 ‘Panama Papers’ case. She is facing money laundering allegations for her involvement in an offshore entity/trust. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Sunday 19 December 2021
Death toll in Philippines typhoon hits 208
The death toll from the strongest typhoon to hit the Philippines this year has surged to 208, the national police said Monday, making it one of the deadliest storms to hit the country in recent years. At least 239 people were injured and 52 were missing after Typhoon Rai ravaged the southern and central regions of the archipelago, the police tally showed. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Jr NTR fans break through barricades at pre-release event
The makers of 'RRR' hosted a massive event in Mumbai which was attended by the cast of the film - Jr NTR, Ram Charan and Alia Bhatt, director S S Rajamouli and producer Karan Johar. Bollywood superstar Salman Khan also attended the venue to extend his support to the team. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Parl live: Centre calls meeting of 4 parties over suspension of MPs
The productivity of Rajya Sabha hit a low of 37.60% during the third week of the ongoing Winter Session owing to disruptions and forced adjournments over the issue of suspension of 12 member of the House. Stay here for more updates: Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Goa would have been liberated earlier had Patel lived longer: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said here on Sunday that it would not have taken so long for Goa to be liberated from Portuguese rule had Sardar Patel lived longer. He said the delay in liberation meant several freedom fighters lost their lives. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Kolkata civic polls: Slog-hour voting pushes turnout to 63.6%
Heavy last-hour polling, which saw the voter turnout increase from 52% at 3pm to 63.6% at 5pm — a few notches below the 68.5% recorded in the 2015 civic polls — dissipated early fears of a low turnout as 144 wards of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation went to the polls on Sunday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
OIC meet on Afghanistan concludes without any pledge for aid
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Army helping 700 Afghan personnel present in country on all fronts
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Govt calls meet of 5 parties on RS row, oppn say it’s a stunt
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Can tweak existing Covid vaccines to fight new strains: Guleria
Randeep Guleria, director of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)-Delhi, on Sunday said the current vaccines against Covid-19 could be tweaked to offer protection against newer variants of the contagion. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Saturday 18 December 2021
Karnataka may make accused pay ‘forced conversion victim’ Rs 5L
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CAG: Noida, an Industrial authority, but has just 5% land for industry
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Justice Nanavati, who probed '84 & Guj riots, no more
Justice (retd) G T Nanavati, a former Supreme Court judge who probed the 2002 and the 1984 riots, passed away in Ahmedabad on Saturday. He was 86. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Response to migrants inhuman: Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah
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Friday 17 December 2021
Delhi: Rohini court blast a murder bid, not terror attack?
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Direct tax mop-up surges 40% in FY22 till mid-Dec
Direct tax collections have soared over 40% to close to Rs 9.5 lakh crore (on a net basis) up to mid-December, raising expectations that the government may close the year with a higher than budgeted mop-up. Between April and December 16, on a gross basis, collections have increased by around 48% to Rs 10.3 lakh crore. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Pak minister threatens TV channels for airing allegations against PM Imran
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Poll panel & PMO had 'informal' meet; no impropriety, says EC functionary
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Thursday 16 December 2021
'India foremost strategic ally of France in Indo-Pacific region'
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1995 J&K delimitation report ‘missing’
As the Delimitation Commission gets ready to discuss the proposed allocation of constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir districts with its five MPs, it is learnt that the draft delimitation proposal was prepared without examining the exact basis of the last delimitation award given in 1995, as the relevant report has mysteriously gone missing. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
BJP sees its first exit in Goa as two-time MLA quits to join AAP
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Delhi to deregister 10-yr-old diesel vehicles from Jan 1
In a crackdown on old polluting vehicles, the Delhi government will deregister all diesel vehicles which have completed or will be completing 10 years on January 1, 2022. The move is in compliance with a National Green Tribunal order. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Wednesday 15 December 2021
Pilgrims to Kartarpur can carry just Rs 11000 in cash: RBI
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Will raise human rights issues respectfully: US ambassador-nominee
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Centre to review booster doses, children vaccination by end of month
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It’s Virat vs board on captaincy: ‘I wasn’t told not to step down’
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Sole survivor of helicopter crash succumbs to injuries
Group Captain Varun Singh died at the IAF Command Hospital in Bengaluru early Wednesday, succumbing to grave wounds and extensive burns he suffered a week ago in the Mi-17V5 helicopter crash near Tamil Nadu’s Coonoor that killed CDS Gen. Bipin Rawat, his wife and 11 other military personnel. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
SC acquits three on death row for murder of six in UP
In a big relief to three prisoners who have been living under the shadow of death after being sentenced to death by a trail court and the Allahabad high court, the Supreme Court on Wednesday acquitted them in the murder case of six people who were slaughtereed in 2014 in Bulandshahr district of Uttar Pradesh. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Pay Rs 50k ex-gratia to all those who lost loved ones in Covid: SC
As the number of applications seeking Covid death compensation has exceeded the official toll due to the disease in some states, the Centre on Wednesday clarified before the Supreme Court that this is not due to under-reporting of deaths but because the criteria for the classification of such fatalities have been widened by the court. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Poonawalla family donates Rs 500 crore to Oxford University
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Tuesday 14 December 2021
Top10: India losing over 1 lakh Indians annually to other nations
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CJI Ramana bats for 50% of judges' posts for women
Chief Justice of India NV Ramana on Tuesday told women lawyers that he would take up with his colleagues in the present 'judges-selecting-judges' collegium system the issue of 50% representation of women in constitutional courts. The SC has four women judges among 33 and women constitute a mere 11.5% of HC judges at present. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Loader dozes off in plane cargo hold, reaches UAE
An IndiGo loader fell asleep in the cargo hold of an aircraft at Mumbai airport on December 12 that was being prepared for a flight to Abu Dhabi. The aircraft took off with the loader in the pressurised cargo hold and the person was found safe on arrival in the UAE. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Issue voter IDs, ration cards to sex workers immediately: SC
Thousands of female sex workers (FSWs) in each of the seven states going into assembly elections next year may become voters as the Supreme Court on Tuesday directed all states and Union territories to immediately issue voter and ration cards to them without revealing their profession to avoid social stigma. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
In Varanasi, PM goes for midnight inspection of devpt work
PM Narendra Modi went on a walkabout past Monday midnight in his parliamentary constituency and took a look at the development work done over the past seven years that has made Kashi, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, a cleaner and more beautiful pilgrimage and tourist destination. This was after he inaugurated the Kashi Vishwanath Dham project during the day. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
In ‘message’ to Didi, Sonia Gandhi’s oppn meet shuns TMC
NCP partriarch Sharad Pawar, CPM chief Sitaram Yechury, DMK veteran TR Baalu, Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut, National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah besides Rahul Gandhi and Congress senior Mallikarjun Kharge held detailed discussions on issues ranging from suspension of MPs from Rajya Sabha to efforts required to boost the opposition unity. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'For OBC quota in local polls, but not on basis of flawed 2011 census'
The Centre on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that it supports the decision to reserve seats for Other Backward Communities (OBCs) in panchayat and municipal elections, but also added that it cannot provide state governments with the 2011 Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) data as it is "flawed, inaccurate and unreliable" and cannot be the basis for providing any kind of reservation. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Quad has open-minded and creative approach: EAM
Quad is a very contemporary arrangement having an open-minded and creative approach that has helped it in moving "very effectively" in addressing various problems, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday. He said Quad has been working effectively in areas like producing vaccines, connectivity projects and looking at promoting startups and technology collaboration. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
UK HC defers decision on Nirav Modi’s appeal against extradition
The high court in London deferred ruling on Tuesday on Nirav Modi’s appeal against his extradition to India in order to allow his barrister more time to make submissions on a fresh assurance from the Indian government on how his mental health will be taken care of at Arthur Road Jail in Mumbai. Nirav, in Wandsworth prison, is accused of defrauding Punjab National Bank of more than Rs 7,000 crore. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Sonia Gandhi meets oppn netas to chalk out Parl strategy
NCP partriarch Sharad Pawar, CPM chief Sitaram Yechury, DMK veteran TR Baalu, Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut, National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah besides Rahul Gandhi and Congress senior Mallikarjun Kharge held detailed discussions on issues ranging from suspension of MPs from Rajya Sabha to efforts required to boost the opposition unity. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Monday 13 December 2021
EXCLUSIVE: Salman Khan REVEALS people in audience were fainting at Da-Bangg Tour
Megastar Salman Khan was off to be a part of the Dabangg Tour Reloaded where Shilpa Shetty, Sunil Grover, Guru Randhawa, Aayush Sharma, along with other stars joined him. They recently performed in Saudi Arabia and left the audience fascinated.
Durin an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama post the show, Salman was pleased and said, “The audience in Riyadh was one of the best audiences I have seen. They were simply enjoying themselves and we're banging their heads. They were interactive.”
He later added, “Families and youth came to watch the show at 5pm and were there till late night 11pm.”
Salman’s co-star from Dabaang 3, Saiee Manjrekar debuted on stage. She said, “I had a lot of fun. This was my first time on stage. I did get jitters but not because I was getting nervous.” She later added, “I had a blast.”
On the work front, Salman Khan is currently hosting Bigg Boss15. His latest film Antim: The Final Truth was released recently. He will be next starring in Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali and Tiger 3.
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Rajnath: Our responsibility to fulfil vision of Gen Rawat
It is the responsibility of the country's defence establishment to steadfastly work towards achieving chief of defence staff General Bipin Rawat's vision of military modernisation and complete self-reliance in arms production, defence minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Omicron no reason to rush booster decision: Experts
The government’s scientific advisory groups are considering a booster or third dose of Covid vaccines for those who are immunocompromised or people at high risk even as new variant Omicron is not as yet seen as a reason to speed up a decision on the third dose. The government’s primary focus at present remains faster delivery of second doses to reach a critical 80% coverage, officials said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
CBSE drops ‘misogynistic’ question after furore in LS
CBSE expressed regret and said it would set up an expert committee to issue guidelines on setting question papers after a comprehension passage in the Term-1 English question paper, which contained disparaging commentary on the position of women in families, triggered a controversy and was raised in Parliament by opposition leaders on Monday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
EC begins exercise for polls in 5 states
In a clear indication that announcement of polls in five states – UP, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Goa and Manipur - may not be far away, the Election Commission will begin its customary visits to the election-bound states on Wednesday, starting with Punjab, to assess poll preparedness and discuss related issues with the stakeholders before it finalises the poll schedule. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Paramilitary forces for Kolkata civic polls: SC junks BJP plea
The Supreme Court refused to entertain the plea of BJP seeking its direction to deploy central paramilitary forces in West Bengal for free and fair municipal polls in Kolkata and asked the party to approach the Calcutta high court. Senior advocate Maninder Singh, however, pointed out that the SC had agreed to intervene in Tripura civic polls and passed directions to ensure free and fair polls. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
ED attaches assets worth ₹8 crore of UP don, wife
The Enforcement Directorate on Monday attached properties and bank balances worth over Rs 8 crore belonging to Atiq Ahmad, a mafia don and former Samajwadi Party MP and his wife in a money laundering case. The don, who is also five-time MLA from Allahabad, is currently lodged in Sabarmati jail, Gujarat. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Sunday 12 December 2021
Coal shortage triggers ‘power tussle’ between 2 Cong states
The coal crisis in the country has sparked a ‘power struggle’, literally, between two Congress-administered states. Rajasthan, which suffered widespread blackouts due to fuel shortage at its power stations in recent months, has knocked at the Centre’s doors, saying the Chhattisgarh government is stalling plans to start two coal blocks and raise production from two other mines. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Oust Hindutvawadis, bring rule of Hindus: Rahul Gandhi
Remove "Hindutvawadis" from power and "bring the rule of Hindus", Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said at a party rally in Jaipur on Sunday, stressing that the two are separate sets-a supporter of Hindutva chooses "satta-graha" to grab authority, while the Hindu searches for truth through satyagraha. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Tigress saved from burning forest turns into 'friendly pet'
Five-month-old tigress Shikha was scared, weak and dehydrated when she was rescued by the forest department from a burning forest in Terai East, Nainital, in 2019. Now, the two-and-a-half-year-old tigress has become friendly at the Rani Bagh rescue centre in Nainital and is like a pet for the staff who raised her lovingly and with immense care. Shikha loves spending time with her caretakers. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Omicron now has three sub-variants
According to Phylogenetic Assignment of Named Global Outbreak Lineages (Pangolin) that assigns lineages under 'Pango lineage' system to various viruses, including the novel coronavirus that causes Covid-19, the third outlier of Omicron was found from a sample collected from England on December 3. The new outlier of Omicron variant has been temporarily named 'England/MILK-2D24AC9/2021'. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Saturday 11 December 2021
Anti-vaxxers who gave in now scrambling to 'undo' their jab
The Covid world that was divided into pro-vax and anti-vaxxers is now seeing a third category of vaccine sceptics who caved but are now scrambling to 'de-vaccinate' or 'undo' their shots with alternative remedies that they claim would "cleanse" their body of the alleged "metals and toxins". Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Farq saaf hai': PM inaugurates '78 project, slams past UP govts
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Gaganyaan to be launched in 2023: Jitendra Singh
Clearing the air on the launch year of India's much-delayed maiden human spaceflight mission to space, Union space minister Jitendra Singh said the final crewed Gaganyaan mission will be launched in 2023. He said the Venus mission is planned for launch in 2023, L-1 Aditya solar and Chandrayaan-3 missions due for launch in 2022-23 and the country's first space station is likely to come up by 2030. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
ED searches reveal PFI's laundering via assets in India, UAE
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IMA shuns ceremonies in subdued passing-out parade
A total of 387 gentlemen cadets - 319 Indian and 68 from friendly foreign countries - passed out from the Indian Military academy in a subdued ceremony in light of the death of CDS General Bipin Rawat and 12 others in a chopper crash on Wednesday. President Ram Nath Kovind condoled the death of the CDS and 12 others and underscored the need for the Army to embrace modern-day technology. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Enrolment in schools dipped by 3.3mn in 10 years'
The last decade saw the highest enrolment in 2015-16, when it touched 260.6 million, and the lowest in 2018-19, when it dropped to 248.3 million. The government has focused on how total enrolment increased by 2.6 million in 2019-20 compared to 2018-19. In reality, enrolment in grades I to XII in 2019-20 was less than that in all other years since 2012-13, barring 2018-19. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Friday 10 December 2021
UK man tests positive in UP, flies out with ‘-ve’ report
A British passport holder — who arrived in India on November 24 — tested positive for Covid but managed to fly out of the country on December 4 after securing a negative report from a Bareilly private lab. Dr Anurag Gautam, nodal officer for Covid in Bareilly, told TOI, "The Lucknow lab confirmed that the man was infected with the Delta variant. We are verifying the credibility of the second report ..." Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
UK man tests positive in UP, flies out with ‘-ve’ report
A British passport holder — who arrived in India on November 24 — tested positive for Covid but managed to fly out of the country on December 4 after securing a negative report from a Bareilly private lab. Dr Anurag Gautam, nodal officer for Covid in Bareilly, told TOI, "The Lucknow lab confirmed that the man was infected with the Delta variant. We are verifying the credibility of the second report ..." Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
HC admits NIA plea against Gaur bail order in Antilia case
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SC: Not just crime, look at criminal’s mental state too
Holding that the court should not take into consideration only the crime but also the criminal, his state of mind and his socio-economic conditions while awarding the sentence, the Supreme Court has commuted the death sentence of a first time offender who killed his two siblings and a nephew over a property dispute. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Centre refused nod to Didi’s Nepal visit at 11th hr: WB govt
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Thursday 9 December 2021
Fresh pictures of Vicky-Katrina wedding ceremony
New wedding pictures of Vicky and Katrina Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
What works and what doesn’t in protecting against Omicron
Studies indicate that omicron is much more transmissible and potent to cause severe symptoms as compared to other previous variants. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
No trace of Omicron in contacts of infected B'luru doc
Genomic sequencing reports show five contacts of the doctor who was infected with the Omicron variant of the novel coronavirus, did not contract the new variant of concern, BBMP authorities said on Thursday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
6 more children test Covid positive in 24 hrs in Jaipur
Eighteen people, including six children, tested positive for Covid-19 in the city on Thursday. In just two days, the city has reported a total of 43 Covid infections. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
At 70, new Covid-19 cases in Guj at 158-day high
The state recorded vaccination of 3.75 lakh persons, taking the total to 8.42 crore. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Photos: 'Secret' wedding of Tejashwi Yadav and Rachel Iris
Leader of opposition in Bihar assembly and RJD supremo Lalu Prasad’s younger son Tejashwi Prasad Yadav tied the knot with his long-time friend, Rachel Iris, in a 'secret' wedding at the farmhouse of his elder sister Misa Bharti in New Delhi on Thursday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Lack of big student leader not good for democracy'
Chief Justice N V Ramana on Thursday forayed into a topic unusual for a judge to pick up and said that in the past three decades since liberalisation of India’s economy, no big student leader has emerged from the academic community, which is adversely affecting the strengthening of democracy in the country. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Top10: Black box found, tri-services probe ordered into copter crash
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IED blast at Delhi court, cops probe terror angle
An improvised explosive device (IED), assembled in a steel tiffin box and kept inside a laptop bag, exploded inside a courtroom at the Rohini district court complex on Thursday morning, causing panic. According to police, the explosion at room number 102 happened when the court was in session. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Katrina Kaif-Vicky Kaushal Wedding: Bride wore custom-made Sabyasachi lehenga with uncut diamonds in 22k gold; paid homage to groom's Punjabi heritage
The year is coming to an end but not before a grand wedding ceremony that has been in the headlines for almost a month - the wedding of the gorgeous Katrina Kaif tied the knot with actor Vicky Kaushal on December 9 at Six Senses hotel Barwara in Rajasthan’s Sawai Madhopur district. The first pictures were ethereally gorgeous. The newlyweds wore custom-made Sabyasachi Mukherji outfits for their big day.
Talking about Katrina Kaif's lehenga, Sabyasachi revealed, "The bride Katrina Kaif wears a classic Sabyasachi red bridal lehenga in handwoven matka silk with fine tilla work and meticulously embroidered revival zardozi borders in velvet. In homage to the groom’s Punjabi roots, her veil is custom-trimmed with handmade kiran in hand-beaten silver electroplated in gold. The lehenga is paired with bespoke bridal jewellery of uncut diamonds in 22k gold detailed with hand strung pearls from Sabyasachi Heritage Jewellery."
Speaking of Vicky Kaushal's ivory sherwani, it was further revealed, "The groom Vicky Kaushal wears an ivory silk sherwani with intricate marori embroidery and iconic Sabyasachi handcrafted gold plated Bengal Tiger buttons, with a silk kurta and churidar. The shawl is a tussar georgette with a zari marori embroidered pallu and borders. The gold Benarasi silk tissue safa is paired with a handcrafted kilangi and statement necklace studded in emeralds, brilliant cut and rose cut diamonds, quartz and tourmalines in 18k gold from Sabyasachi Heritage Jewellery."
While the wedding was a private affair with 120 guests in attendance, it is reported that the couple might host a wedding reception in Mumbai for their industry friends.
ALSO READ: Katrina Kaif-Vicky Kaushal Wedding: The newlyweds look so in love in the first pictures from their Hindu ceremony
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Be tolerant of those with different views: Supreme Court
Citing examples of politicians of the bygone era, including former Prime Ministers P V Narasimha Rao and Atal Bihari Vajpaiyee who respected each other despite belonging to two different political streams, the Supreme Court on Thursday said people, including the “political class”, should introspect and be tolerant towards those having opposite views. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
An attempt was made to ensure I don't get the job: Ravi Shastri
"I'm not pointing any fingers at people in general. Specific people. I must say an attempt was made to ensure I don't get the job. But such is life," Ravi Shastri to TOI: On Virat Kohli, Test glory, India's pace battery, controversies, WTC final and more... Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Chopper crash: Sulur Base says 2 copters sent but Madras Regimental Centre denies it
Conflicting reports have emerged on whether the IAF did a recce flight of the route before the Mi-17 V 5 carrying CDS Gen Bipin Rawat took off from Sulur air base for the helipad at Wellington on Wednesday and crashed at Nanjappachathiram, killing 13 of the 14 people on board. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Farmers call off year-long stir, to leave Delhi borders from Sat
Hours after receiving a ‘signed’ letter from the Centre accepting most of their demands, farmer Unions on Thursday ended their year-long agitation and decided to leave the sites they had occupied on national highways on Delhi borders with tents at Singhu, a key protest venue, being wound up and similar action expected at other places including several toll plazas in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Wednesday 8 December 2021
Top 10: Centre accepts demands, farmers’ stir may end soon
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Gen Naravane considered frontrunner for CDS post
Even as the Cabinet Committee on Security led by PM Narendra Modi met on Wednesday evening, sources said the government is likely to soon announce a successor to the country’s first-ever CDS Gen Bipin Rawat. There was no official word on the CCS meeting except that the members observed two minutes of silence and paid tributes to all those who lost their lives in the ill-fated Mi-17 V5 crash on Wednesday afternoon. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Spike in Rajasthan as 40 test positive; Omicron cases at 9
In a clear spike in Covid-19 cases, Rajasthan on Wednesday reported 40 coronavirus positive patients, 25 of whom are from Jaipur only. The state so far has nine confirmed cases of Omicron, all in the city. Eight relatives of a person from the city’s Vaishali Nagar, who had arrived from Germany on November 27 and tested positive two days ago, were found infected on Wednesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Tragedy in Nilgiris leaves political leadership in shock
Top leaders of the country including President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and others expressed anguish over the sudden demise of CDS General Bipin Rawat, his wife and 11 other defence personnel in a chopper crash on Wednesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Tripura ‘violence’ case: SC relief for journos, media firm
The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed criminal proceedings against a media house and its two women journalists who were booked by Tripura Police for reporting on alleged communal violence in the state. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Stopped man from disrupting Ayodhya case: Ranjan Gogoi
Had an unnamed person not been denied entry into the courtroom on October 16, 2019, the day on which the Supreme Court reserved its verdict in the fiercely-contested Ayodhya land dispute case, the hearing may have been disrupted and the unanimous 5-0 historic verdict in favour of the Ram Temple might not have been delivered on November 9, 2019. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
IAF man battling for life cheated death last year
The lone survivor among the 14 on board the Mi-17 V5 chopper that crashed on Wednesday, Group Captain Varun Singh has dodged death a second time while on duty. Now battling for life in the military hospital at Wellington in Tamil Nadu, the IAF officer had survived a life-threatening emergency while flying the indigenous Tejas light combat aircraft in October last year. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Govt claims of India’s economic recovery hollow'
Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday accused the government of being in denial on price rise and “impervious to the suffering of the people”, as she said claims of economic recovery were hollow and the mere fact that stock markets have risen or profit to select big companies could not be its indicator. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Tuesday 7 December 2021
Katrina Kaif-Vicky Kaushal wedding: Live updates
ETimes was the first to confirm Katrina and Vicky's winter wedding! Follow this blog for all live updates on this big fat Bollywood shaadi. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
New mom Preity Zinta cuddles one of her twins in first picture of her newborn
Actor Preity Zinta has shared a picture with one of her twins, giving fans the first glimpse of her baby. Preity and her husband Gene Goodenough recently became parents to twins through surrogacy. They have named their son Jai and daughter Gia.
On Tuesday, Preity shared a picture as she held her baby in her arms with the face of the newborn covered. The little one was covered in a blue blanket and matching cap. Preity has a burp cloth on her shoulder.
Preity took the selfie in her room with a fireplace in the background. "Burp cloths, diapers, and babies… I’m loving it all #ting," she captioned the post.
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Last month, in an Instagram post, Preity shared a selfie with Gene and wrote, “Hi everyone, I wanted to share our amazing news with all of you today. Gene & I are overjoyed & our hearts are filled with so much gratitude & with so much love as we welcome our twins Jai Zinta Goodenough & Gia Zinta Goodenough into our family. We are very excited about this new phase in our lives.”
Preity Zinta and Gene Goodenough got married in February 2016. After marriage, Preity moved to Los Angeles.
ALSO READ: Preity Zinta expresses gratitude for addition of her children Gia and Jai on Thanksgiving
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'PDP will contest polls, but I won’t till Art 370 is restored'
Former J&K CM and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday said her party shall fight assembly polls in the UT, as and when they are held, so as not to cede any space to BJP. However, she added that she would not contest polls individually unless Article 370 and Article 35A are restored and J&K returns to its pre-August 5, 2019 status. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Not enough orders, may cut Covishield output by 50%'
With not enough orders for Covishield from the Centre, Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla on Tuesday said the company is looking at slashing monthly production of vaccines by at least 50% %. SII has written to the government to seek clarity on its requirement, if any, for normal two doses for eligible people and also on booster doses. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
HC notice to Malik on ‘wilful breach’ of his undertaking
The Bombay high court on Tuesday directed state minister Nawab Malik to file an affidavit, explaining why action not be taken against him for wilful breach of his undertaking not to post or make statements against Dnyandev Wankhede and his son — Narcotics Control Bureau officer Sameer Wankhede — and their family. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
BRO to collect toll from civilian traffic on 4 key Ladakh routes
For the first time, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) plans to collect toll from civilian traffic plying on the roads it builds, especially in the Himalayan states bordering China and Pakistan. The agency — under the defence ministry — plans to start with four routes covering a distance of 941 kms in Ladakh, including the Leh-Srinagar highway, and Leh’s link to Chalunka in the Nubra valley that is flanked by Chorbat area of Pakistan in the west and Siachen in the north. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Nasa selects PIO Anil Menon and 9 other candidates from 12,000 aspirants for Moon mission
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Army’s J&K drill to get behind enemy lines
The Army on Tuesday conducted a helicopter-borne exercise in the higher reaches of the Kashmir Valley to practice inserting a task force “behind enemy lines in an intense air defence and electronic warfare-operating environment”. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Monday 6 December 2021
Live: PM to visit Gorakhpur, dedicate projects worth Rs 9,600cr
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) today and dedicate to the nation, development projects worth over Rs 9600 crore. Stay with us for all live updates from across India. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Advocate files complaint against Vicky-Katrina
Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are all set to tie the knot in a royal fort wedding in Rajasthan on December 9 and ETimes was the first to inform you about their big wedding plans and the venue. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Injured Anderson set to miss opening Ashes Test
Veteran pace spearhead Jimmy Anderson is set to miss the opening Test against Australia, reports said Tuesday, dealing a blow to England's chances of regaining the Ashes. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Selection headaches for India ahead of SA tour
If only 2021 follows India. This is the year they scaled the Test summit, well almost, if not for the reverse in the World Test Championship final. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
WHO advises against blood plasma treatment for Covid-19
Covid treatments using plasma taken from the blood of recovered coronavirus patients should not be given to people with mild or moderate illness, the World Health Organization said Tuesday. Convalescent plasma showed some early promise when given intravenously to people sick with Covid-19. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Russia hails India for ‘refusing to obey’ US on S400
The 21st India-Russia annual summit featuring PM Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin saw the 2 countries, while reaffirming commitment to the S-400 deal despite the threat of US sanctions, strongly take up the issue of cross-border terrorism with focus on ensuring Afghanistan wasn’t used for terrorist activities by UNSC proscribed groups, including Pakistan-based LeT. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
2 NE CMs say AFSPA must go as Shah regrets Nagaland deaths
The outrage over the mistaken killing of villagers in Nagaland in an Army ambush and the subsequent violence grew on Monday, with the chief ministers of Nagaland and Meghalaya Neiphiu Rio and Conrad Sangma calling for the repeal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) while home minister Amit Shah expressed regret over the incident in Parliament. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Supreme Court sees chances of bias, restrains Mumbai police from filing charges against PBS
Pointing out “likelihood of bias” in the ongoing investigation by the Maarashtra police in criminal cases it has registered against Param Bir Singh, the Supreme Court on Monday said that it is prima facie of the view that the investigation against the former Mumbai police commissioner should be done by another agency and restrained the state police from filing chargesheet in cases against the senior IPS officer. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Opposition blocks price rise talks, ministers slam it for hypocrisy
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Flyers deferring leisure trips but cancellations not high
The Delta variant of Covid-19 delayed the wedding of Mayank and Khushi Bansal (names changed on request) from March to last week. And now Omicron has forced this Delhi-based couple to defer their dream honeymoon in Switzerland indefinitely. “Several Schengen states are witnessing an upsurge in cases. Also, we don’t want to fly back to IGIA and spend hours there with thousands of other passengers for our on-arrival RT-PCR test,” Mayank said on Monday Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Cardinal rule for courts is not to interfere in govt policies'
Less than a week after the President and the Prime Minister expressed anguish over frequent interference in policy decisions by the judiciary, the Supreme Court on Monday said the cardinal rule for the courts is not to interfere with the government's economic and regulatory policies. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Expert panel split, call on additional Covid vaccine dose put off
The scientific advisory group on Covid immunisation has deferred “any decision on additional dose” in the absence of consensus on whether there is a need to administer a ‘booster’ to those at high risk of infection or severe illness caused by the coronavirus. “No recommendation has been made by the NTAGI yet,” a senior official told TOI. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
SC grants PC to 12 women SSC officers released from service
The Supreme Court on Monday took the unprecedented step of granting permanent commission to 14 women short service commission (SSC) officers, 12 of whom had already been released from service without grant of PC, and heaped praise on the armed forces for displaying a complete change in mindset and supporting equal status for female officers. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
India and Russia ink 10-yr pact on defence tech, deal on AK rifles
India and Russia on Monday inked a new expansive 10-year pact on military-technical cooperation as well as the deal for AK-203 Kalashnikov rifles, even as defence minister Rajnath Singh raised China’s “completely unprovoked aggression” in eastern Ladakh while seeking greater partnership with Moscow across all domains. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Political compulsions can’t undo verdict: SC to Maharashtra
In a setback to the Maharashtra government just a day before the last date of filing nomination papers for elections to local bodies, the Supreme Court on Monday stayed the ordinance brought by the state to reserve 27% seats for OBCs in these bodies and directed the Election Commission to stay the polls. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Intention was to murder, injure: Nagaland cops’ FIR
Nagaland police registered a suo motu FIR on Sunday against the Army’s 21st Para-Special Forces unit, alleging they didn’t give prior intimation about the operation in Mon that led to 14 civilian deaths because the “intention” was “to murder and injure civilians”. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'38 inducted through lateral entry since 2018'
Stating that 38 candidates had been inducted on lateral entry basis into the central government since 2018, minister of state for PMO and personnel Jitendra Singh on Monday said the lateral recruitment process achieves the twin objectives of bringing fresh talent and augmenting the manpower at certain levels. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Right-wing organisations create ruckus in school over 'religious conversion'
Activists of right-wing organisations allegedly created a ruckus and indulged in vandalism at a missionary school in a town in Madhya Pradesh's Vidisha district. They claimed religious conversion of eight students, a charge denied by the educational institute, police said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Sunday 5 December 2021
Fauci says early reports encouraging about omicron variant
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Live: Putin to arrive in Delhi today to hold talks with PM
India & Russia in its first 2+2 format dialogue today will discuss key bilateral, regional & international issues,incl the situation in Afghanistan post-Taliban takeover, threats emanating from terror groups, protection of human rights of minorities, women and children in Afghanistan. Stay with TOI for live updates- Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Cyclone Jawad live: Heavy rain lashes parts of Odisha, Bengal
Kolkata and the coastal districts of Bengal could be lashed by intense showers today even as a low-pressure area — a ‘remnant’ of Cyclone Jawad that moved towards the state along the Odisha coast on Sunday evening — nears the Bengal coast at midnight on Sunday. The showers in Kolkata, though, could lose intensity by the second half of Monday and cease completely by Tuesday morning, said the Met office. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall at one or two places over coastal and northern districts of Puri, Khurda, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapada, Jajpur, Bhadrak, Balasore and Mayurbhanj districts for today. Stay with TOI for all the latest updates: Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Omicron surges 5x to 21; 1 new case in Delhi, 9 in Rajasthan, 7 in Maharashtra
India’s tally of confirmed Covid-19 cases linked to the newly discovered Omicron variant shot up five times overnight as nine people in Rajasthan, including a four-member NRI family from South Africa, seven in Maharashtra’s Pune and one in Delhi tested positive for that strain of the virus. The total count currently stands at 21. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Param Bir Singh not whistleblower, says Maha govt affidavit
The Maharashtra government has filed a counter-affidavit before the Supreme Court seeking dismissal of the special leave petition (SLP) submitted by former Mumbai police commissioner Param Bir Singh. The state said it had “no knowledge of any conversation having taken place” between him and incumbent director general of police Sanjay Pandey, and only learnt of the alleged exchange when Singh filed the petition. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Indo-Pacific, Af show we are entering a world of plurilateralism'
The current global situation has opened up spaces for middle powers and plurilateral arrangements to flourish, said foreign minister S Jaishankar. Addressing an Indian Ocean conference in Abu Dhabi, Jaishankar said, “A world of more decentralised globalisation obviously offers greater opportunities to many more nations. These would be accentuated by a stronger desire to foster localisation and promote regionalism.” Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
In 1st week, Rajya Sabha lost over 50% of sitting time
The Rajya Sabha lost more than half of its scheduled sitting time in the first week of the winter session of Parliament owing to disruptions and forced adjournments on the back of the suspension of 12 opposition MPs on the first day. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
To test vaccine efficacy, ICMR isolating Omicron strain
Scientists at the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Virology (ICMR-NIV) have initiated efforts to isolate and grow the Omicron strain of the novel coronavirus from the Dombivali man’s throat/nasal swab sample inside its high-end biosafety laboratory in Pune. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
After killing of civilians, chorus against ‘draconian’ armed forces law gets louder
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'Won’t ever topple Rajasthan government, will bag 2/3rd seats'
Home minister Amit Shah on Sunday dismissed accusations that BJP tried to topple the Congress government in Rajasthan and dared the ruling party to call early polls if it thinks people support it. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Half-baked intel may’ve led to botched Army operation in Nagaland
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Vicky Kaushal's father arranges food for the paparazzi
Vicky Kaushal and Karina Kaif would be jetting off to Rajasthan anytime soon to kick start their wedding festivities. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
14 Nagaland civilians killed in botched Army operation, aftermath
In a botched operation, Army para commandos lying in wait for militants in Nagaland’s Mon district late on Saturday shot and killed six villagers instead, all of them coal mine workers returning home in a van singing songs. Soon after, a village search party found the bodies and attacked soldiers, leading to firing in which seven more civilians died. A soldier was also killed. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Over 50% of adult population in India now fully vaccinated
India has vaccinated more than 50% of its adults with two jabs within 11 months of the launch of its anti-Covid programme. A total of 127.93 crore doses have been administered across the country till Sunday, with over 85% of the 18+ population covered with at least one dose. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
India hosts Pakistan delegation for SCO meet
While bilateral ties with Pakistan remain in a deep freeze, India and Pakistan continue to engage under the banner of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), a Eurasian political and security grouping that is seen as playing an increasingly important role in Afghanistan after the US departure. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Live: Weekly cases fall in India, but up in 9 states
India’s weekly Covid cases continue to fall but the dip slowed to 3% in the week ending Sunday, even as nine states and UTs registered a rise in infections. Stay with TOI for all updates Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Current Cong brass sees advice as rebellion: Azad
The present generation of Congress is not open to suggestions, veteran Congress leader and member of the G-23 faction Ghulam Nabi Azad has said, lamenting that advice, even when it came from Congress veterans, is “seen as a crime or rebellion”. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Bride-to-be Katrina Kaif looks ethereal in white and silver saree as she visits Vicky Kaushal's residence
Bollywood stars Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif, who have been in a private relationship for a while, are ready for their upcoming nuptials in Rajasthan. The actors are planning a hush-hush ceremony with all COVID-19 protocols in place and a lot of security in check. The Sardar Udham actor and Sooryavanshi actress are all set to tie the knot in a grand ceremony at Fort Barwara in Rajasthan with the ceremonies taking place from December 7 to December 10. The couple will be arriving at the venue on Monday, a day before the festivities commence.
Ahead of leaving for Rajasthan, Katrina Kaif was seen visiting Vicky Kaushal's residence on November 5 night. She wore a white saree with an embellished shimmery blouse. She wore silver jhumkas and gold accessories. She kept her peachy with smokey eyes and pink lips. She was accompanied by her mom.
For the wedding in Rajasthan, special suites have also been booked for the bride and groom for their big day. Vicky will be staying at the Raja Mansingh suite, while Katrina will be staying at the Rani Padmavati suite. As per reports, the cost of one night of the suite is Rs. 7 lakh each. The property is a 2.5-hour drive from Jaipur International Airport and a 30-minute drive from Ranthambore National Park.
The sangeet ceremony will be held on December 7, followed by the Mehendi ceremony on December 8. The couple will tie the knot on December 9 and will conclude the festivities with a reception on December 10.
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Saturday 4 December 2021
Nagaland firing live: 11 civilians killed during security ops, Army orders Court of Inquiry
At least 11 civilians have been gunned down by security forces in Nagaland's Mon district, police said on Sunday, adding that it is investigating whether the incident was a case of mistaken identity. Stay here for real-time updates on breaking news from India and across the world that you can't miss: Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Man City take top spot after comfortable win at Watford
Reigning champions Manchester City claimed top spot in the Premier League for the first time this season as Bernardo Silva scored twice in a 3-1 victory at Watford on Saturday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
2nd Test Live: India aim to bat NZ out of the game
New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel claimed the rare honour of bagging all 10 wickets in an innings before India demonstrated their own bowling might to take control of the second and final Test at the Wankhede Stadium. Ajaz became only the third player in international cricket to take all wickets in an innings, but New Zealand could not stop the hosts from getting to 325. In reply, New Zealand could bat only a little over two hours before being bundled out for 62 to concede a first-innings lead of 263. Get live cricket score updates of 2nd Test match between India vs New Zealand. Check live scorecard, ball by ball commentary, cricket score online on Times of India Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Live Score, India vs New Zealand 2nd Test Day 3
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'Katrina and Vicky to tie the knot in a royal mandap'
Lovebirds Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are all set to tie the sacred knot in Six Senses Fort Barwara, in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan this week. Amid several speculations about their hush-hush ceremony, new reports suggest that preparations at the wedding venue are currently going on in full swing. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Will India see Omicron wave? ‘It’ll be clear in a month or two’
Experts said it would take another six to eight weeks for an “Omicron wave”, if at all, to become apparent. While Maharashtra’s first Omicron case has been detected in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, the state’s additional chief secretary (health) Dr Pradeep Vyas said,“We will focus on quickly completing the vaccination process and ensuring that people follow Covid-appropriate behavior, particularly proper wearing of face mask.’’ Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
2 more detections in Mah, Guj take India’s Omicron tally to 4
Maharashtra and Gujarat reported a case each of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 on Saturday, one a 33-year-old man from Mumbai's Dombivli who had travelled to South Africa last month and the other a 72-year-old Zimbabwe resident visiting his native Jamnagar. This takes India's tally of confirmed Omicron cases so far to four. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Cyclone Jawad fizzles out, spares Odisha, AP any major damage
In the end, Jawad proved true to its name, generous, sparing Odisha and Andhra Pradesh major damage as it dissipated into the Bay of Bengal on Saturday evening, weakening into a deep depression. However, under the cyclone’s influence, many coastal districts received moderate rainfall and may get heavy showers on Sunday, IMD said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
A perfect 10! Kiwi Ajaz Patel spins history on ‘home’ pitch
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China blocks mention of LeT, JeM in Russia meet statement
China is learnt to have prevented a specific mention of Pakistan-based terror groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Muhammed (JeM) in the Russia-India-China (RIC) joint communique that reiterated the need for an inclusive regime in Afghanistan last week, but India is hoping to make up for it with an unequivocal condemnation of these UNSC-proscribed outfits in the summit and the first ever 2+2 dialogue with Russia on Monday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Not launching party but cannot predict future, says Azad
Amid his ongoing rallies in Jammu and Kashmir, and the speculations they have spawned, Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad said he is not launching a new party but cannot predict the future- a comment that leaves suspense about his future plans. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
51% difference in road death numbers from 2 departments
In a curious case of how two government agencies can come up with two sets of data on the same issue, and that too with a huge difference, even when the source of their numbers is the same, the NCRB under the home ministry and the TRW under transport ministry have been releasing different figures on road deaths based on reports from state police departments. This has been happening for the past many years, the comparative analysis of reports shows. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Will Neha Kakkar and Rohanpreet perform at Vicky-Katrina wedding?
Lovebirds Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are all set to tie the sacred knot in a hush-hush ceremony in Rajasthan. According to sources, the wedding will be an extremely private affair with family and few close friends in attendance. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Centre flags rise in Covid cases & deaths in 5 states, J&K
The Centre on Saturday raised concern over a sharp increase in daily cases of Covid-19 and rising mortality rates, particularly in five states of Odisha, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Mizoram and the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, an alert heightened by the emergence of the Omicron variant. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
In talks with Capt & ex-SAD neta for Punjab alliance: Shah
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‘NDA’s national security response has been more optical than substantial’
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Param Bir Singh set extortion target for Sachin Waze: Chargesheet
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‘Night vaccination’ drive in Maoist hotbed so no one misses out
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Farmers to continue stir till govt withdraws cases
The agitating farmer unions on Saturday decided to continue their protests until they get a “formal and satisfactory written response” from the Centre on their six demands that include a legal guarantee for MSP. They also formed a five-member committee to talk to the government and work for resolving the pending issues such as withdrawal of cases. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Friday 3 December 2021
Here's how love blossomed between Katrina, Vicky
Ahead of their royal wedding, here's looking at how love blossomed between Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Vicky-Katrina wedding: Sawai Madhopur DM holds meet over security arrangements
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Concern over Covid infections in children under 5 as SAfrica's daily cases shoot up
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10 months on, chief secy of Maharashtra takes his first shot
Almost 10 months after Covid vaccination for frontline staff started, Maharashtra’s senior-most bureaucrat, acting chief secretary Debashish Chakrabarty, 59, took his first shot on Thursday at JJ Hospital in Byculla. “He took a Covaxin shot on Thursday,” confirmed a senior doctor at the hospital. Chakrabarty took charge after Sitaram Kunte retired three days back. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Cyclone Jawad live: Coastal AP to witness heavy rainfall
Cyclonic storm Jawad (pronounced as Jowad) will cause very heavy rainfall over Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and Visakhapatnam districts of north coastal Andhra Pradesh today. It is expected to change course and make landfall near Odisha’s Puri on Sunday noon. The storm has developed less than a fortnight after Andhra Pradesh’s Rayalaseema region saw very heavy rains and flash floods leading to the death of more than 40 people. Director, IMD-Amaravati, Stella S said north coastal Andhra Pradesh is likely to witness more than 20 cm rainfall. Stay with TOI for all the latest updates: Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Omicron: Doctors' meet in Bengaluru super-spreader event?
An international medical conference at a star hotel in Bengaluru from November 19-21 is under the scanner after at least three doctors who attended it turned out to be Covid-positive, one of them with the Omicron variant. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Omicron live: Govt asks states to heighten vigil
Cautioning that a few clusters of Covid-19 infection have been reported from some places in the country, the Centre on Friday asked states and UTs to increase active surveillance and timely testing to detect such clusters and hotspots. Stay with TOI for all updates Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
India worked for a year to get China off Lanka projects
It took India almost a year to get China out of three islands off Jaffna peninsula. In January 2021, India was surprised with an announcement that the Ceylon Electricity Board had decided to award a contract for building “hybrid renewable energy systems” in three islands off the coast of Jaffna to a Chinese company, Sino Soar Hybrid Technology. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
‘Absolutely fine,’ says Omicron-infected doctor
The stigma of having his home sealed was more painful than the disease itself, says the 46-year-old doctor, one of the two patients in India infected with Omicron. He dispelled fears on the new coronavirus variant, saying the first thing he told himself once the symptoms manifested was to stay calm, get tested immediately, self-isolate and seek treatment. His wife and children too quarantined themselves at home. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Uphold spirit of right against sex harassment: SC
The Supreme Court on Friday expressed concern over “a rising trend” of courts invalidating proceedings into sexual misconduct at working place on “hyper-technical” grounds saying that it would defeat the law and would turn judicial process into a punishment for the victim. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Amid reports of dysfunction, Kamala faces early staff exits
Kamala Harris' chief spokeswoman Symone Sanders' May 2020 book is titled "No, You Shut up." In Washington DC political salons, word is that that clapback illustrates the dysfunction in the vice-president's office. Sanders on Thursday became the second person in Harris' team to announce her departure from the vice-president's office even before she completes a year in office. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Cyclone Jawad set to impact AP, Odisha from today
National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and other central/state agencies were deployed in strength on Friday for relief and rescue operations in the wake of cyclone ‘Jawad’ that is set to move in just off the Andhra–south Odisha coast by Saturday morning with wind speeds up to 90-100 kmph and heavy rain. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Lankan lynched by mob in Pakistan for alleged blasphemy
A mob in Pakistan lynched a Sri Lankan national on Friday before burning his body for alleged blasphemy in Pakistan’s Sialkot city. Priyantha Kumara, in his 40s, had been working as operational manager at a private factory on Wazirabad Road in Sialkot, in Pakistan’s Punjab province, for the past seven years. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
'Consider booster dose for 40-plus age group'
The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG ) has suggested a booster dose of anti-Covid vaccines can be considered for the 40-plus age group, prioritising those at high-risk or high-exposure as low levels of neutralising antibodies from existing vaccines may not be sufficient to neutralise the new variant- Omicron. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
10 months on, chief secretary of Maharashtra takes his first shot
Almost 10 months after Covid vaccination for frontline staff started, Maharashtra’s senior-most bureaucrat, acting chief secretary Debashish Chakrabarty, 59, took his first shot on Thursday at JJ Hospital in Byculla. “He took a Covaxin shot on Thursday,” confirmed a senior doctor at the hospital. Chakrabarty took charge after Sitaram Kunte retired three days back. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Body lies in open, thanas use tapes to find out jurisdiction
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Thursday 2 December 2021
Alaya F looks ‘scared’ when asked about the plot of Freddy, watch video
Bollywood actress Alaya Furniturewala was in conversation with Bollywood Hungama where she discussed her upcoming movie U-turn. She said how she has not watched the original movie which had Samantha in the lead because she believes that the Bollywood version of U-turn is slightly different from the original version.
During the interview, when asked Alaya to discuss the plot of the movie Freddy, Alaya sounded confused with her answers as she replied, " I don't think I am allowed to tell. I am going to say nothing or else I'll get into trouble for this." She replied similarly when the host asked her about the upcoming projects.
Alaya F debuted in 2020 with Jawani Jaaneman next to Saif Ali Khan and Tabu in the lead. She is one of the most promising actors in Bollywood. On the work front, Alaya F is coming up with the movie Freddy as well as some unknown projects which are yet to be disclosed.
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Pooja Hegde details her dream wedding; says, "I want it to be one big party"
Recently, Pooja Hegde gave an interview to Travel and Leisure Magazine where she talked about her dream wedding. When she was asked about a stereotype that she would like to break, especially in terms of the Indian bride, she said ‘High heels under lehengas! I’d contemplate wearing sneakers under my lehenga, so that I can dance the night away. And in case anybody wants to make a quick run for it, sneakers can be comfy!’.
During the interview, when she had to choose between an intimate gathering and a big, fat Indian wedding, she responded, “An intimate gathering, although I can’t help but have a big, fat Indian wedding because I have a big family. I want it to be one big party where everyone spends time together.”
Later when she was asked about her favorite romantic destinations, she told the magazine that Kashmir, Paris, Bali, and Japan are on her list. Further talking about her fondest memory of a trip, she replied, “I think my last Travel + Leisure India & South Asia cover [shoot], where we went to AlUla [in Saudi Arabia], was beautiful. It’s one of the most beautiful covers I’ve shot.”
She later continued, “Christmas in New York was a great experience, and going to Salzburg in Austria was another beautiful moment. Bali was lovely because of the energy. And I was shooting for a film in Italy for a month, so I have spent a lot of time in Turin. We went to a place called Barolo, which was beautiful, too.”
Pooja Hegde has several projects and shoots lined up for her. Currently, she is busy completing her last schedules of Radhe Shyam and Beast which will be released in 2022.
Also Read: Sharvari Wagh is an absolute stunner in an Anamika Khanna printed set
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Live Score, India vs New Zealand 2nd Test Day 1
Stay updated with Times of India to get all the live cricket score updates, scorecard, and ball by ball commentary of 2nd Test match between India and New Zealand Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
BJD lauds Covid steps, Shiv Sena accuses govt of ‘favouritism’
On the day when India reported two confirmed cases of new Corona variant Omicron, Lok Sabha on Thursday took up debate on the Covid situation in the country with most speakers suggesting that the country should not lower the guard at this juncture. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
South African traveller, Bengaluru doctor are India’s first Omicron patients
India’s first two Omicron-infected Covid-19 patients have been detected in Karnataka. One of them is a 66-year-old man who travelled from South Africa while the other is a 46-year-old anaesthetist based in Bengaluru, the health ministry said on Thursday. Their contacts have also been traced, it added. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
‘Fascistic mindset’, says Congress after Mamata’s ‘what UPA?’ remark
A day after TMC chief Mamata Banerjee declared that UPA was dead and Congress was not fighting BJP with Rahul Gandhi often going abroad, a virtual war of words broke out with the grand old party accusing her of having a “fascistic mindset” and narrating her long history of alliance with BJP. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
India slams UN rights body for Jammu and Kashmir statement
India slammed the UN high commissioner for human rights office on Thursday for making "baseless and unfounded" allegations against Indian forces in J&K, asking it to develop a better understanding of the negative impact of terrorism on human rights. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
China suspends Sri Lankan solar plants after India protest
China has decided to suspend a project for construction of Hybrid Energy Systems in Sri Lanka by Chinese firm Sino Soar Hybrid Technology, a Lankan media report said. These systems were to be constructed in three northern islands located close to India. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Maharashtra rolls back stringent travel curbs in wake of Omicron
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'Wide range of vaccines act as booster to AstraZeneca, Pfizer shots'
Up to six different Covid-19 boosters were found to be safe, and provoked strong immune responses in people who have previously received a two-dose course of the Oxford-AstraZeneca-developed Covishield, or Pfizer-BioNTech’s BNT162b2, the first randomised phase 2 trial of boosters given after two doses of either vaccine, published in The Lancet shows. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
‘In national interest’: India defends S-400 buy as curbs loom
As the threat of US sanctions looms over India’s purchase of S-400 system from Russia, India on Thursday reiterated that it follows an independent foreign policy and its defence acquisitions will continue to be guided by “national security interests”. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Jobless rate: 11 states hit double digits in January-March
Urban joblessness rates in all age groups in at least 11 states remained in double digits, while it was stubbornly high among 15 to 29 year olds across all states, with this segment’s overall unemployment rate hitting 22.9% in the January-March quarter of 2020-21, latest data showed. In the October-December quarter, 12 states had reported double-digit urban joblessness rates. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Resolve logjam in RS, Venkaiah asks govt, oppn
With the suspension of the 12 opposition members continuing to disrupt Rajya Sabha, chairperson M Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday asked the ruling and opposition benches to resolve the logjam, while stressing that ‘disapproval of undemocratic conduct in the House cannot be decried as undemocratic’. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Covid: Coverage of 1st dose up by 5.9%, 2nd shot by 11.7%
The coverage of the first and second dose of Covid vaccine has increased by 5.9% and 11.7%, respectively, till end of November following the government’s door-to-door ‘Har Ghar Dastak’ campaign that started from November 3. However, around 12 crore beneficiaries are still due for their second dose despite the government’s vaccination push. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Wednesday 1 December 2021
EXCLUSIVE: Tadap actress Tara Sutaria reveals she has stalked fan’s account on social media; says “I’d be lying if I said no”
Student of the Year 2 actress Tara Sutaria and debutant Ahaan Shetty are all set for their upcoming film Tadap. Ahan is son of actor Suniel Shetty is all set to enter Bollywood with the Hindi remake of RX 100. Tara Sutaria revealed that she stalks her fan’s account on social media.
In a recent interview with Bollywood Hungama, when asked about if she has ever stalked any of her fan’s account on Instagram, Tara said, “I’d be lying if I said no.” Tara also talked about the social media and instagram addiction. When asked about if she considers herself as an instagram addict, the actress said, “I feel like I should be on instagram much more than I am. I would like to be in the new year. I will be. But I don’t think I’m an addict at all.”
Moreover, Tara Sutaria and Ahan Shetty played a super fun rapid fire and answered some really interesting questions about Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, Ahan Shetty, Tadap etc. Tara says that she’d like to raid Deepika’s wardrobe. She also reveals the easiest way to piss Ahan Shetty off.
Tadap is the remake of the Telugu film RX 100 (2018) and is directed by Milan Luthria and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. The film is scheduled to be released theatrically on 3rd December 2021.
Also Read: Tara Sutaria is a bonafide millennial trend setter and her latest look is proof
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EXCLUSIVE: Alaya F shares her views on being a director; says ‘direction requires delegating a lot of things but I am a control freak’
Jawaani Jaaneman actress Alaya F will be next starring in films U Turn and Freddy. Alaya opened up about her views on directing a film in future. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, when asked about if the audience will ever see Alaya in director’s chair, the actress replied, “Maybe. Actually I left direction because I realized I really am a control freak. And in Direction you have to delegate a lot of things whereas in acting I just have to mind my part. Like I just have to do my scene and focus on myself.”
She added, “In acting I didn’t have to give notes to somebody else. Of course I am not going to tell director sir how to direct the scene. I will give my input but that will only be about me because that’s my job, I am just supposed to be in charge of my character. But in direction, you have to delegate a lot. And since I am very specific and I know what exactly I want in a video or if I ever become a director, then I know specifically what I want in a scene and it can happen that the team won’t be able to execute it in a way I wanted it to and that will just be very stressful for me.”
Freddy is being helmed by director Shashank Ghosh and will be released next year. On the other hand, U Turn is the Hindi remake of 2018 Kannada blockbuster thriller of the same name. the movie was also remade in Telugu in 2018 with Samantha Akkineni in the main role. The film also has Bengali, Malayalam and Tamil version. Debutante director Arif Khan, who has assisted on over 10 films, including Gunjan Saxena, 2 States, Student of the Year amongst others, is directing the film.
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