Saturday 30 April 2022
Hottest April on record in north, central India: IMD
Battered by relentless heatwaves and parched conditions, northwest and central India experienced the hottest month of April ever recorded in terms of day temperatures in weather data going back to 1901. Across India, this was the fourth hottest April on record, the India Meteorological Department said on Saturday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3LElzyC
₹5,500 crore deposits of Xiaomi seized for 'forex violations'
The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday "seized" Rs 5,551 crore in the bank accounts of Chinese mobile manufacturing company Xiaomi for alleged violation of Indian foreign exchange rules. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3LElzyC
Patiala clash: 3 senior cops moved, 3 accused held
A day after the clash between two groups in Patiala outside the Kali Mata temple over a protest march, the Punjab government on Saturday transferred the top three police officers of the district and ordered the suspension of mobile internet services from 9.30 am to 6 pm. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3LElzyC
Gorakhnath attacker took IS oath in 2020?
The Uttar Pradesh ATS on Saturday claimed that Murtaza Abbasi, held for the attack at Gorakhnath temple, became an IS member in 2020 and transferred money to the IS backers. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3LElzyC
Live: 20 civilians leave Mariupol's Azovstal site, Ukrainian regiment says
Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military said on Saturday a Russian missile strike on Odesa airport has damaged the runway and it can no longer be used. Also, Ukrainian forces fought village by village Saturday to hold back a Russian advance through the country’s east, while the United Nations worked to broker a civilian evacuation from the last Ukrainian stronghold in the bombed-out ruins of the port city of Mariupol. Stay with TOI for latest updates: Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3LElzyC
IPL 2022: MI win their first game of the season
Mumbai Indians finally opened their account in the ongoing season of the IPL with a 5-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals. Opting to field, MI restricted RR to 158 for six, despite a fine 52-ball 67 by Jos Buttler at the top. In reply, MI chased down the target in 19.2 overs with Suryakumar Yadav (51) emerging as the top scorer. Surya in company of Tilak Varma (35) added 81 to keep MI in the hunt, before Tim David (20) finished the job. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MAmdHtK
Friday 29 April 2022
US imported more fuel from Russia than India
For all the noise from the West over India's oil imports from Russia, it has now emerged that not just European countries but even the US shipped more fossil fuels than India since Moscow attacked Ukraine. A report by think-tank Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) showed an uptick in Russian oil shipments to India and Egypt in the months after the conflict began. The situation is set to change. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MAmdHtK
ED says Kolkata cops forged court order, Delhi police files FIR
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12 years to overcome Covid losses: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) expects the Indian economy to overcome losses arising out of the pandemic only by 2034-35. The output losses on account of the pandemic are estimated to be over Rs 52 lakh crore over the last three years. In its first detailed analysis of the impact of the pandemic, the RBI published a report 'Scars of the pandemic' in its annual publication on currency and finance. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MAmdHtK
Just 1% of eligible adults below 60 have taken 3rd jab
Hospitals say though 18-59 years is a large cohort and opening up of the booster dose for this segment was seen as a major positive decision, the demand has been subdued. "It could be a sum of both complacency and ignorance. Since a majority have been double-vaccinated and with fewer Covid cases, many in this age group are complacent to take time out and go to a vaccination centre. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MAmdHtK
Coal shortage, heatwave and dry spell spark power crisis
An energy crisis is looming over a vast swathe of land from the northern states to southern India as low coal supplies across the majority of thermal power plants have set off blackouts in several urban and rural areas where domestic demand for electricity has spiked manifold because of an unusually early and record-shattering heatwave and dry weather. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zA03lU9
Thursday 28 April 2022
Karnataka to set up task force to curb hate speech, posts: CM
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Railways to cancel 670 passenger train trips to rush coal rakes
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Heat wave for next 4 days, April set to be among hottest ever
The current month is on course to be among the hottest months of April ever experienced in India, with the met department on Thursday issuing another heat wave warning for northwest and central India for the next four days. IMD data provides a glimpse into the sweltering conditions in north and central India. In Punjab, maximum temperatures were on average 5.4°C above normal. In Haryana, these were 5.1°C over the normal mark. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zA03lU9
Live: Blasts hit Kyiv while UN chief visiting, Ukraine blames Russian missiles
Russia struck the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv shortly after a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres. Stay with TOI for the latest developments. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zA03lU9
PM: Centre wants AFSPA removed from entire northeast
The Centre is working "speedily" towards revoking the contentious Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act from the entire northeast in acknowledgement of a 75% decline in militant violence in the region over the past eight years, PM Narendra Modi said during a whistle-stop tour of Assam on Thursday that saw him inaugurate seven cancer hospitals and lay the foundation for another seven. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zA03lU9
IPL 2022: Kuldeep stars as DC beat KKR by 4 wickets
Wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav returned impressive figures of 4/14 while Rovman Powell (33 off 16) played a solid hand in tense situation as Delhi Capitals defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by four wickets at Wankhede for their fourth win of the season. Sent into bat, Kolkata Knight Riders were restricted to 146 for nine. DC chased down the target with six balls to spare. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/xCAvqb5
Wednesday 27 April 2022
In tack change, KCR says won't work to create opposition front
In a major shift from his efforts to stitch up a coalition of non-Congress and non-BJP parties, TRS president and Telangana chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao said on Wednesday he was not in favour of forming a political front ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Instead, he said, he felt the country needed an alternative agenda on the lines of TRS, which took birth to run a statehood movement. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/xCAvqb5
LIC 3.0 to boost shareholder value after listing, says chief
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Liverpool beat Villarreal to put one foot in UCL final
Liverpool are on the brink of a third Champions League final in five seasons after breaking Villarreal's resistance to win the first leg of their semi-final 2-0 at Anfield on Wednesday. Two goals in two minutes undid Villarreal boss Unai Emery's defensive game plan as Pervis Estupinan deflected Jordan Henderson's cross into his own net before Sadio Mane slotted in a second. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/xCAvqb5
Must be confident, not pale imitation of others: Jaishankar
Following his strong pushback against Europe on India's ties with Russia, foreign minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday once again justified India's position on Ukraine, saying India's choices and positions are best placed to advance the goal of ending the conflict and returning to the dialogue table. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/xCAvqb5
IPL: Rashid & Rahul power GT's stunning win over SRH
Pace sensation Umran Malik's stunning figures of 5/25 -- his maiden five-for -- went in vain as Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 5 wickets in a last-ball thriller at the Wankhede. Titans chased down a stiff target of 196 thanks to batting heroics of Rashid Khan (31 not out) & Rahul Tewatia (40 not out). Wriddhiman Saha (68 off 38) also contributed with a with a crucial knock at the top of the order. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/xCAvqb5
Tuesday 26 April 2022
UN adopts veto draft, India regrets lack of inclusivity
The UN General Assembly adopted by consensus a resolution seeking justification for the use of veto power by any P-5 country. The resolution was seen as an attempt to discourage Russia's use of its veto power, which Moscow has exercised more than any other permanent member of the UN Security Council (more than 20 times since 2010) in the recent past. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3cf4mtU
Govt concedes lockdown forced large number of migrants to trudge home
Over 46,000 calls, including 32,986 for movement of stranded persons by Shramik special trains, were received by the home ministry control room between the onset of the first Covid lockdown on March 25, 2020 and December 31, 2020, according to the home ministry annual report for 2020-21. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3cf4mtU
Live: Kamala Harris tests positive for Covid
India has approved emergency use of Biological E's Covid-19 vaccine Corbevax for children aged five to 12 and Bharat Biotech's Covaxin for six to 12-year olds. Centre said that over 86 per cent of India's adult population is now fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Stay with TOI for the latest developments Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3cf4mtU
UCL Semi-final Live: Man City vs Real Madrid
UEFA Champions League, Manchester City vs Real Madrid Live Updates: The semifinals begin with the master of European football visiting an upstart. Real Madrid are the record 13-time European champions, while Manchester City have reached the final only once — last year, when they lost to Chelsea. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3cf4mtU
IPL: Parag, bowlers hand RR 29-run win over RCB
Riyan Parag smashed a match-defining unbeaten half-century before the bowling unit lived up to its reputation to hand Rajasthan Royals a 29-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in an Indian Premier League match on Tuesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3cf4mtU
Monday 25 April 2022
US body red flags India & 14 others over religious freedom
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Dip in J&K terror, NE insurgency & Red menace from 2018 to 2020
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Section in Cong questioned Kishor's dalliance with parties
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Elon Musk to buy Twitter for $44 billion
Elon Musk clinched a deal to buy Twitter Inc for $44 billion on Monday in a transaction that will shift control of the social media platform populated by millions of users and global leaders to the world's richest person. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/FJgP0NL
Sunday 24 April 2022
PK’s I-Pac to help TRS in 2023 T’gana polls
Cocking a snook at Congress, which has been trying to woo political strategist Prashant Kishor, Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) has signed an agreement with Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) for helping the pink party in the upcoming 2023 assembly elections. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/KJOtuB0
Since when is reciting Chalisa treason? BJP attacks MVA
Coming out in defence of the lawmaker couple from Maharashtra — independent MP wife Navneet Rana and her husband, MLA Ravi Rana, also an independent — BJP on Sunday accused Maharashtra’s MVA government of having hatred for Hindu faith and asked since when reciting the Hanuman Chalisa has become seditious. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/KJOtuB0
'Twitter under shareholder pressure to seek deal with Musk'
Twitter Inc is coming under increasing pressure from its shareholders to negotiate with Elon Musk even though the world's richest person has called his $43 billion bid for the social media platform his best and final offer, people familiar with the matter said on Sunday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/KJOtuB0
In 1st post-370 rally, PM vows a trouble-free J&K to its youth
J&K’s youth won’t face hardships their parents and grandparents suffered for want of opportunities and infrastructure, PM Narendra Modi assured on Sunday as he called the Union territory a new example of “democracy and determination” because of all-round development initiatives, private investment worth Rs 38,000 crore over the past couple of years and the return of tourists in droves. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/KJOtuB0
India Covid cases up nearly 2x in a week
Covid-19 cases have begun inching up in at least 12 states, rising from three last week, even as the country reported nearly twice as many cases in the week ending Sunday as in the previous seven days.india Via Times of India https://ift.tt/KJOtuB0
Cops-killer LeT man among 3 terrorists shot in J&K
A Lashkar-e-Taiba deputy commander wanted for killing two J&K police officers in separate attacks last year and a Srinagar teen reported missing by his family were among three terrorists shot dead in a gunfight with security forces at Pahoo in south Kashmir’s Pulwama on Sunday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/KJOtuB0
Macron re-elected as French president with tighter margin over far-right rival 'close to Putin'
French President Emmanuel Macron defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen on Sunday by a comfortable margin, securing a second term and heading off what would have been a political earthquake. Cheers of joy erupted as the results appeared on a giant screen at the Champ de Mars park at the foot of the Eiffel tower, where Macron supporters waved French and EU flags. People hugged each other and chanted "Macron". Via Times of India https://ift.tt/KJOtuB0
IPL: Rahul hits 2nd ton to guide LSG to 36-run win over MI
Five-time champions Mumbai Indians were knocked out of Indian Premier League after losing their eighth successive match by 36 runs to Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. Skipper KL Rahul smashed his second hundred as he guided Lucknow Super Giants to 168 for 6 and then restricted MI to 132 for 8 in 20 overs. Rahul's 103 not out off 62 balls was laced with 12 fours and four sixes. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/KJOtuB0
Saturday 23 April 2022
SC judge stresses on protecting personal liberty of undertrials
Stating that the number of undertrial prisoners (UTPs) languishing in the country's jails is far greater than convicts, Supreme Court judge justice DY Chandrachud on Saturday called upon judicial officers of the state to discuss how they can make efforts to protect their personal Via Times of India https://ift.tt/oLzNqVp
'UP plans to bring uniform civil code even without oppn backing'
The UP government is "seriously" contemplating bringing the proposed uniform civil code into force in the state, whether the opposition supports it or not, deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya declared on Saturday. His remark came within a day of Union home minister Amit Shah reportedly telling party functionaries at the BJP office in MP's Bhopal that "it is time to focus on a uniform code". Via Times of India https://ift.tt/oLzNqVp
Defence PRO deletes tweet on Army’s J&K iftar after trolling
A tweet by an official handle of the defence ministry in Jammu and Kashmir about the Army hosting an iftar in Doda district was deleted after it came under attack from some anti-minority forces on social media, raising concerns about the abject capitulation in military and veteran circles. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/oLzNqVp
Drivers stop train midway for tea, Railways orders probe
A day after loco pilots of the Gwalior-Barauni Express (11123) stopped the train near a railway crossing close to Siwan station in Bihar to have tea, the Railways on Saturday ordered an inquiry into the strange act. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/oLzNqVp
2 Jaish men killed in south Kashmir; slain Jammu fidayeen duo may be Afghanis
Security forces gunned down a Pakistani terrorist and a local operative of the Jaish-e-Mohammad group within hours of each other in a shootout in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Saturday, while two more members of the outlawed Pakistan-backed outfit were holding out in a house where their associates were killed. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/oLzNqVp
Friday 22 April 2022
Future creditors vote against Reliance deal
Bankers have rejected Big Bazaar parent Future’s Group’s proposal to sell its retail and logistics assets to Reliance Retail, signalling that the Rs 24,700-crore deal between Kishore Biyani and Mukesh Ambani may have fallen through. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uj1gniv
Won’t recognise Pakistani degrees, say UGC, AICTE
Higher education regulators have advised Indian students, including Overseas Citizens of India, not to travel to Pakistan for higher studies. The University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) in a joint notification on Friday said students pursuing higher education in Pakistan will not be eligible for employment or further studies in India thereafter. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uj1gniv
Pak NSC rules out ‘foreign conspiracy’ theory in ousting Imran
Pakistan on Friday ruled out evidence of “foreign conspiracy” to oust former prime minister Imran Khan at a meeting of the country’s high-powered National Security Committee (NSC) chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uj1gniv
Live: Delhi reports over 1,000 fresh Covid cases, 2nd time in 3 days
Delhi on Friday reported 1,042 fresh Covid-19 cases, 757 recoveries, and 2 deaths in the last 24 hours. While the active cases have reached 3,253, the positivity rate stands at 4.64 per cent. Stay with TOI for latest updates: Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uj1gniv
2 Pak terrorists on suicide mission killed
Two Pakistani terrorists of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammad group and a CISF officer were killed while nine more security personnel suffered bullet and splinter wounds in a four-hour gunfight following an ambush on a paramilitary bus early Friday near Sunjuwan military camp, 8km from Jammu city. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uj1gniv
Thursday 21 April 2022
Panel OKs Corbevax for 5-11 group; final nod ‘soon’
The drug regulator’s expert panel on Covid vaccines has recommended granting emergency use authorisation to Biological E’s Corbevax for use in children in the 5-11 years’ age group, official sources said on Thursday. The final approval to Corbevax by the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) is expected by next week. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/n0MGH9r
India allows Japan commercial plane to pick up Ukraine relief
The government was reported to have denied permission to a Japanese military aircraft to pick up relief supplies from a UNHCR depot in India even as it said it had allowed the same by commercial Japanese aircraft. The government said it had also approved overflight clearance for a Japanese defence aircraft carrying humanitarian cargo for Ukraine. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/n0MGH9r
BoJo steers clear of Russia-made copter on Guj trip
At the request of the adv-ance British liaison team which arrived three days before, the Indian government is learned to have replaced the Russian-built Mi-17 helicopter with an American Chinook to ferry Johnson between Gandhinagar and UK construction equipment manufacturer JCB’s plant at Halol near Vadodara, according to senior protocol officials. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/n0MGH9r
From Sabarmati Ashram to JCB factory in Guj: Johnson's Day 1 in India
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No greater violation of human rights than terrorism: Amit Shah
Describing India as worst hit by the scourge of terrorism, home minister Amit Shah on Thursday said there is no greater violation of human rights than terrorism and that ending terrorism is intrinsic to safeguarding human rights. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/n0MGH9r
IPL 2022: Dhoni scripts thrilling last-ball win for CSK
MS Dhoni turned back the clock to script a 3-wicket victory for CSK against MI, following a heart-stopping finish that saw him hit a four off the last ball of the game. Pacer Mukesh Choudhary wreaked havoc with the new ball before Tilak Varma's responsible 51* lifted Mumbai Indians to 155 for 7. Dhoni (28* off 13) batted like the finisher of his hey days to help CSK get the required 17 runs off the final over. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/n0MGH9r
India ready to lead post-pandemic world, says Anurag Thakur
India is racing ahead with reforms at an unprecedented pace and is also playing a greater geostrategic role in the world, Union information and broadcasting, and sports and youth affairs minister Anurag Thakur said on Thursday while speaking at the inaugural session of the Times Network India Economic Conclave. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/n0MGH9r
3 terrorists killed in Baramulla encounter
Top Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Yousuf Kantroo, possibly the longest surviving terrorist in Kashmir, was among the three terrorists killed in an encounter on Thursday in the Malwah area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/n0MGH9r
Wednesday 20 April 2022
Anti-Maoist op turns into mission to save mom-to-be
An anti-Maoist operation turned into a rescue mission when security forces came across a pregnant woman in agony in a remote village in Bastar’s Dantewada district on Tuesday. With Maoists having cut the only dirt road to the village, the jawans fashioned a cot into a stretcher and carried her on their shoulders to a patrol vehicle, which took her to hospital where she gave birth to a healthy baby. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/93aMPTc
PM Modi gives WHO chief a Gujarati name: Tulsibhai
PM Narendra Modi gave WHO director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus a ‘pucca’ Gujarati name at his request—Tulsibhai. Modi said Ghebreyesus—the first Ethiopian and African to head WHO—has told him how much he loves India and about his Indian-origin teachers from his childhood. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/93aMPTc
Reasoned verdict 5 months late, SC nixes HC order
An unreasonably long time gap between passing an operative order and the reasoned judgement could result in quashing of the verdict as the Supreme Court has set aside the Allahabad high court's acquittal order in a murder case as the HC delivered its reasoned verdict five months after passing the short operative order to acquit the accused. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/93aMPTc
'Exiled' Nawaz Sharif to be back in Pakistan after Eid, face the courts
Pakistan's former three-time PM Nawaz Sharif is returning to the country after Eid to voluntarily face the judicial process in all cases against him, federal minister and PML-N leader Javed Latif said on Wednesday. He also revealed that PPP had named the party’s chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari for the vacant foreign minister's berth and that he would take the oath for the office after returning from London. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/93aMPTc
Tuesday 19 April 2022
Covid: As cases rise, Centre asks Delhi, 4 other states to up vigil
“There are a few states which are reporting a higher contribution to India’s cases and higher positivity. This ministry has advised all states/Union Territories to follow a risk-assessment based approach on the opening of economic and social activities without losing the gains made so far in the fight against the pandemic,” the health secretary wrote in a letter to these states. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/nqSkjf8
Monday 18 April 2022
Pak talks of strife in India amid buzz of PM Modi-Shehbaz meet
While there was no official response from India, government sources said Pakistan should look at its own record of having persecuted consistently its ethnic and religious minorities. Islamabad’s comments came amid speculation, following PM Narendra Modi’s congratulatory messages to his Pakistan counterpart Shehbaz Sharif and the latter’s response, about a possible meeting between the leaders on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Tashkent in July. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/G2CTo8v
ED attaches Rs 757 crore assets of Amway
The Enforcement Directorate has accused Amway India Enterprises of running a multi-level marketing scam, while attaching its assets worth Rs 757 crore on Monday, including its factory in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul district and bank balances of Rs 346 crore. The agency said its money trail against Amway revealed that the company had collected Rs 27,562 crore from its business operations from 2002-03 to 2021-22. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/G2CTo8v
IPL 2022: Chahal claims first hat-trick of the season
Rajasthan Royals spinner Yuzvendra Chahal took the first season hat-trick of IPL in a dramatic four-wicket over against Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday. Chahal sent back skipper Shreyas Iyer for 85 in Kolkata's chase of 218 for victory and then took down Shivam Mavi and Pat Cummins to return figures of 5-40 in Mumbai. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/G2CTo8v
Sunday 17 April 2022
'2-degrees step will give chance to students to customise their education'
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Democracies must fight autocracies’ threats: UK PM
Ahead of his visit to India this week, UK PM Boris Johnson called for democracies to unitedly fight threats to peace from autocratic states. “As we face threats to our peace and prosperity from autocratic states, it is vital that democracies and friends stick together. India, as a major economic power and the world’s largest democracy, is a highly valued strategic partner for the UK in these uncertain times,” said Johnson, in remarks attributed to him by the British high commission. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/U5Fgwlp
40 Chinese booked for becoming directors of desi cos fraudulently
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IPL: Miller powers GT to sensational win over CSK
The big-hitting David Miller blazed away to a 51-ball 94 as Gujarat Titans pulled off an incredible come-from-behind three-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in the IPL here on Sunday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/U5Fgwlp
Saturday 16 April 2022
India stalling WHO’s global toll report, says NYT
“India’s basic objection has not been with the result (whatever they might have been) but rather the methodology adopted for the same,” the health ministry said, underlining that India has been in regular and in-depth technical exchange with WHO on the issue. If the model adopted is accurate and reliable, “it should be authenticated by running it for all Tier I countries and if result of such exercise may be shared with all Member States”. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/RTNEJHQ
'Shocked by PM's silence on those spreading bigotry'
Questioning PM Narendra Modi’s silence on the issue of communal violence at several places in the country during Ram Navami celebrations, 13 opposition leaders, in a joint appeal, said they are anguished by the “polarisation” of society and the growing number of hate speeches. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/RTNEJHQ
IPL 2022: Dinesh Karthik sets up big win for RCB over DC
Dinesh Karthik is not finished yet. He has re-emerged as one of the premier finishers in this season of IPL. About to turn 37 in a couple of months, he is light on his feet as ever while moving in the crease, disturbing the line and lengths of bowlers and making a mockery of the death overs. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/RTNEJHQ
Multiple people injured in shooting at South Carolina mall
shooting at a shopping mall in South Carolina's capital has left multiple people injured, police said. Columbia police said the shooting occurred Saturday afternoon at Columbiana Centre. ``We have confirmed that people have been injured during the incident _ they are receiving medical attention,'' police tweeted. ``The extent of injuries unknown at this time.'' Via Times of India https://ift.tt/RTNEJHQ
In pics: Who wore what at Alia -Ranbir's big wedding bash
Celebs dressed their best for the couple's post-wedding celebration. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/RTNEJHQ
In pics: Tara, Malaika & celebs at RK-Alia's party
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Friday 15 April 2022
Putin’s war opens a window, India to export wheat to Egypt
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Twitter adopts 'poison pill' to fight Elon Musk
The board set up a shareholder rights plan, exercisable if a party acquires 15% of the stock without prior approval, lasting for one year only. The plan seeks to ensure that anyone taking control of Twitter through open market accumulation pays all shareholders an appropriate control premium, according to a statement on Friday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9Bm6W4Z
Navy goes full steam ahead for indigenisation
The Navy also has the initial approval or `acceptance of necessity (AoN) for another 47 warships and submarines to be built in India at a cost of over Rs 1.5 lakh crore in the future. “Warship-building in the country has a multiplier effect, with one shipyard job leading to the creation of around six jobs in the ancillary industries,” a defence official said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9Bm6W4Z
IPL: Tripathi, Markram star in SRH's third straight win
Rahul Tripathi and Aiden Markram's effortless batting display along with the pacers magnificent show formed the cornerstone of Sunrisers Hyderabad's comfortable seven-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL match on Friday. Tripathi, who smashed 71 off 37, and Aiden Markram (68 not out of 36) produced hostile knocks to take SRH to their third successive win with 13 balls to spare. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9Bm6W4Z
Three coaches of Puducherry Express derail
A total of three coaches of 11005 Dadar-Puducherry express derailed after Gadag express collided into it around 9.45 pm. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9Bm6W4Z
Thursday 14 April 2022
Pakistan army denies ‘foreign conspiracy’ behind Imran's ouster
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Indians can’t fly EU carriers to UK without transit Schengen visa
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IPL: Hardik fires Gujarat to emphatic win over Rajasthan
Skipper Hardik Pandya enhanced his reputation as a number four batter with an unbeaten 87 off 52 balls as Gujarat Titans trounced Rajasthan Royals by 37 runs in the Indian Premier League on Thursday. Hardik, whose strike rate and approach has been questioned at his new position, played responsibly when it was needed before displaying the power he is known for to lead Titans to 192 for four after being sent into bat. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/e7BtHhZ
Wednesday 13 April 2022
World Bank lowers GDP forecast to 8%
The World Bank on Wednesday lowered India's GDP growth estimate for FY23 to 8% from 8.7%, citing the impact of the war in Ukraine, high global oil prices, elevated inflation and supply disruptions. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/lBTYIQ5
IPL 2022: PBKS compound MI's woes with 12-run victory
Five-time champions Mumbai Indians' winless run in the tournament continued as they slumped to 12-run loss against Punjab Kings to suffer their fifth straight defeat in the ongoing IPL in Pune on Wednesday. Chasing 199, MI could only muster 186 for nine to suffer yet another defeat. Dewald Brevis top-scored for Mi with 49 off 25 balls, while Tilak Varma made 36 off 20 deliveries. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/lBTYIQ5
Tuesday 12 April 2022
CBI to court: Got MHA sanction to prosecute Aakar under FCRA
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Contractor who said Karnataka minister sought bribes found dead
A civil contractor who had levelled bribery allegations against Karnataka minister for rural development and panchayat raj K S Eshwarappa was found dead in a private lodge in the coastal town of Udupi on Tuesday morning. While police are investigating the exact cause of death, preliminary investigation suggests that the 40-year-old killed himself. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gJ2Pl7M
90 SpiceJet pilots barred from operating Boeing 737 MAX till re-training
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IPL: Dube, Uthappa fire Chennai to first win of the season
Shivam Dube and Robin Uthappa smashed 17 sixes between them to help holders Chennai Super Kings register their first win of the Indian Premier League season against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gJ2Pl7M
India & US chalk up ambitious defence agenda
From situational awareness high up in space to deep underwater domain awareness, with cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, counter-drone technology, stepped-up military engagements, exercises and logistics in between, India and the US have chalked up an ambitious agenda to take forward their already expansive defence relationship. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gJ2Pl7M
Monday 11 April 2022
ED questions Kharge, Herald probe gets closer to Gandhis
The Enforcement Directorate on Monday questioned Congress leader in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge in connection with its investigation into a case of alleged money laundering registered against Young Indian, a charitable organisation, which acquired Associated Journals Ltd (AJL) and its assets worth over Rs 400 crore from Congress. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7LaGpx
Despite differences on Ukraine, PM Modi, President Biden focus on partnership
A diplomatic version of irresistible force meeting immovable object played out in the virtual meeting between United States President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, with Washington unable to persuade New Delhi to follow the US-Nato line on Russia. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7LaGpx
US will stand by India against China's belligerence on border: Austin
Ahead of the India-United States bilateral two-plus-two dialogue, US secretary of defence Lloyd Austin told his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh that his country would stand alongside India to protect its sovereignty in face of China’s belligerence on its northern borders. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7LaGpx
Pakistan: Shehbaz gets walkover to PM's office as PTI bails out of poll
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Shehbaz Sharif was elected the 23rd Prime Minister unopposed on Monday after the candidate nominated by his predecessor Imran Khan's PTI, former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, announced in parliament that his party was boycotting the election and resigning en masse from the National Assembly. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7LaGpx
IPL 2022: Williamson stars as Hyderabad down Gujarat
Kane Williamson's attacking half-century and an unbeaten 34 by Nicholas Pooran helped Sunrisers Hyderabad hand newcomers Gujarat Titans their first loss in this season's IPL on Monday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7LaGpx
Sunday 10 April 2022
Stop Imran from leaving Pak, HC urged
The Islamabad high court will hear on Monday a petition that said former PM Imran Khan and his cabinet members should be put on the no-fly list to prevent them from leaving Pakistan. The plea was filed late on Saturday, hours before Khan lost a no-trust vote in parliament and his government of four years fell. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/F9KMV64
BrahMos unit chief, others may face action over ‘misfire’
The Commanding Officer (CO) of the BrahMos unit, which “accidentally fired” the supersonic cruise missile that crashed 124km inside Pakistan on March 9, and a few others are likely to face disciplinary action for the grave operational lapse that could have triggered a retaliation from across the border. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/F9KMV64
ABVP, Left clash in JNU on Ram Navami; 15 students taken to hospital
Violent clashes broke out between two student groups on the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus on Sunday evening allegedly over the serving of non-vegetarian food in a hostel even as the other student group had organised a havan on Ram Navami. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/F9KMV64
As Shehbaz Sharif files papers to be PM, Imran's MPs threaten to quit parliament
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2 Pak LeT terrorists killed in Srinagar, 3 security men wounded
Security forces gunned down two Pakistani Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists in a shootout at Bishembar Nagar in the heart of Srinagar city on Sunday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/F9KMV64
IPL: Hetmyer, Chahal help Royals edge Lucknow by 3 runs
Shimron Hetmyer's late blitz and four wickets by Yuzvendra Chahal guided Rajasthan Royals to a narrow three-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier league on Sunday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/F9KMV64
Saturday 9 April 2022
'Labour laws don’t cover gig workers, need to protect them'
Delivering ‘Justice PM Mukhi Memorial Lecture’ on ‘Reconciling Rights and Innovation: Examining the Relationship Between Law and Technology’, Justice Chandrachud said with the introduction of several mobile- or web-based apps, the labour market has fissured and the gig economy has had significant ramifications on existing business models for food, clothing and groceries. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zToeHaC
Sharad Pawar protesters in judicial custody
The state government appointed Pradip Gharat as special public prosecutor to represent the police in the case. “Earlier, we had arrested 104 people on Friday. Six more were later arrested and four of them are suspected to have carried out recce of Silver Oak’s neighbourhood,” said a senior police officer. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zToeHaC
Out! After day-long drama, Imran Khan loses midnight vote
Pakistan had been staring down a political precipice all day as the National Assembly was adjourned four times in the run-up to the Supreme Court-mandated no-trust vote before Speaker Asad Qaiser and his deputy Qasim Suri resigned amid high drama, refusing to take part in the “foreign conspiracy” to oust the government. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zToeHaC
Vaccine prices cut to Rs 225 ahead of booster dose rollout today
In guidelines issued to states and Union territories, the Centre said private centres — hospitals and clinics — have to declare the price per dose chargeable by them on CoWin. Individuals in the 18-59 age group eligible for the booster dose can book online appointments as well as walk in to receive the third dose, guidelines issued by the government said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zToeHaC
Covid count inching up in Delhi, Haryana, Gujarat again
The seven-day average of daily cases has risen in Delhi, Haryana and Gujarat over the past few days, while states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Bengal have been showing signs of daily cases plateauing. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zToeHaC
IPL 2022: RCB march on as MI lose four on the trot
Mumbai Indians' season of woes just got a tad worse after the five-time champions followed another high-profile team Chennai Super Kings to lose their fourth match on the bounce as Royal Challengers Bangalore cantered to an easy seven-wicket win in an IPL match on Saturday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zToeHaC
Amid political turmoil, Pak leaders hold up India as shining example
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Pak: Two Imran aides change Twitter bios to 'former minister'
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Friday 8 April 2022
IPL: Gill, Rahul star in GT's dramatic 6-wicket win
Rahul Tewatia hit two sixes off the last two balls after Shubman Gill struck his highest IPL score as Gujarat Titans beat Punjab Kings by six wickets. Sent in to bat, Liam Livingstone scored 64 off 27 balls, laced with seven boundaries and four sixes to help Punjab Kings reach 189 for 9. In reply, Gill smashed 96 off 59 balls. He shared a 101-run partnership with debutant Sai Sudarsan (35) before Rahul Tewatia (13 off 3) finished off the match with two consecutive sixes. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/4g25On9
Thursday 7 April 2022
5 lesser-known facts about the 'Pushpa' star
On the special occasion of his birthday today, here are some lesser-known facts about the actor who came from a humble background only to make it big in the entertainment world. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/I84Kry5
Halal row hits ice cream brand in Mangaluru
A group of Muslim businessmen and vendors met National Commission for Minorities Rinchen Lhamo in Mysuru on Thursday and expressed apprehensions that they were being targeted in Karnataka following a spate of controversies on hijab, halal meat and use of loudspeakers in mosques. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/I84Kry5
Lucknow Super Giants call the shots against Delhi Capitals
The dew surely helped negate some of the problems the batters were facing with regards to their timing, but de Kock made sure he was there at the crease to take advantage. With 150 to chase, he added 73 for the opening wicket with LSG skipper KL Rahul to lay the platform for the win; and by the time he was dismissed Lucknow required 28 runs off four overs. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/I84Kry5
Live: UPTET results 2021 to be announced today
Examination Regulatory Authority (ERA) is all set to announce the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UP TET) Result 2021-22 on its official website. Candidates, who appeared for the UP TET examination can check and download their result on the official website - https://updeled.gov.in/ - through candidate login. Uttar Pradesh Diploma in Elementary Education has conducted the UPTET-2021 across the state on January 23, 2022. A total of 21,65,179 candidates, including 12,91,627 for the primary level and 8,73,552 for the upper primary level, were registered. A total of 10,73,302 candidates (83.09%) had appeared in the exam for the primary level in the state. Likewise, for the upper primary level, a total of 7,48,810 (85.72%) had appeared. The exact time for the declaration of the UP TET Result 2021 has not been declared by the ERA. Stay with the TOI for latest updates. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/I84Kry5
Wednesday 6 April 2022
On BJP foundation day, PM’s ‘parivar-bhakti’ jibe at opposition
Hitting out at family-dominated parties once again, Modi asserted that BJP stands for “Rashtra bhakti” and its rivals for “Parivar bhakti” but people have gradually realised that dynastic parties are the “biggest enemies” of democracy. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rjst8ZC
Congress must give up ‘soft Hindutva’: Sitaram Yechury
Yechury, whose re-election as general secretary for a third term is expected to get the party endorsement, also emphasised the importance of the Left parties working together to meet current challenges the working classes face. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rjst8ZC
India acted in national interest: SJaishankar
In a comprehensive delineation of India’s approach towards the military confrontation which has roiled the world, Jaishankar said that India’s stand was guided by national interest, pointing out that the countries critical of India’s refusal to snap ties with Russia have not stopped dealing with it because that served their needs. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rjst8ZC
Cummins equals record for fastest IPL fifty as KKR beat MI
Premier pacer Pat Cummins shone with the bat like never before, equalling the record for the fastest fifty in the IPL, including amassing 35 runs in an over, as Kolkata Knight Riders crushed Mumbai Indians by five wickets on Wednesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rjst8ZC
Cummins hits joint-fastest IPL fifty, equals KL Rahul's record
Pat Cummins was an unlikely star with the bat as he smashed a joint fastest 14-ball IPL fifty to power Kolkata Knight Riders to a stunning victory over Mumbai Indians on Wednesday. The Australian Test skipper tore into the Mumbai attack with his 56 off 15 balls as the two-time champions reached their target with four overs and five wickets to spare. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rjst8ZC
Tuesday 5 April 2022
BJP MP asks govt to scrap newsprint import duty
The sharp increase in input costs and mounting losses, BJP MP Sushil Modi said, are making newspaper businesses increasingly unviable. He pointed to domestic difficulties in newsprint production and said many traditional newsprint manufacturers are converting their mills to produce packaging materials. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/0W1uPRM
Will carry out court orders on loudspeakers: Bommai
The CM said the government will implement “in stages” Supreme Court and high court orders on regulating the use of loudspeakers by shrines and other institutions. Also, there is a court order that questions why earlier orders on loudspeakers are not being implemented, he added. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/0W1uPRM
'At Rs 249 crore, funds for LAC infrastructure up 6 times'
In his reply to a question raised in Lok Sabha on Tuesday, junior home minister Nityanand Rai informed the House that funds allocated under the border infrastructure and management (BIM) scheme, meant to secure border areas of north-eastern states including Assam, rose to Rs 249.1 crore in 2021-22 from Rs 42.9 crore and Rs 72.2 crore in 2019-20. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/0W1uPRM
Centre blocks 22 YouTube news channels
The blocked YouTube channels, the ministry said, were used to spread fake news and coordinated disinformation over social media on sensitive subjects from the perspective of national security, India's foreign relations and public order. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/0W1uPRM
Rajapaksa govt in minority, new finance minister quits
The new finance minister quit after just a day in office and at least 41 lawmakers walked out of the ruling coalition. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s government has been reduced to a minority in Parliament with less than 113 seats in the 225-member house. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/0W1uPRM
IPL: Karthik stars in RCB's come from behind win over Royals
A sensational display of hitting from Dinesh Karthik and Shahbaz Ahmed helped RCB recover from a mini batting collapse and record a four-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League on Tuesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/0W1uPRM
Monday 4 April 2022
Pakistan suspense drags as apex court postpones verdict on no-trust crisis
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Ukraine live: '10 civllians killed, 46 injured in bombardment of Mykolaiv'
Meanwhile, the discovery of bodies scattered on the streets of the Ukrainian town of Bucha after the withdrawal of Russian forces has sparked global outrage with United States President Joe Biden calling for a war crimes trial and more sanctions on Russia. The UN's human rights chief Michelle Bachelet also says the images of people in civilian clothing, some of whom appear to have been bound by their hands and feet before being shot, suggests "possible war crimes", as does German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron. Stay with TOI for latest updates on Ukraine war. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/YnE1i7r
India’s ambassador to Nepal Vinay Mohan Kwatra is new foreign secy
India’s ambassador to Nepal Vinay Mohan Kwatra will take over as the new foreign secretary upon incumbent Harsh Vardhan Shringla’s retirement later this month, the government announced Monday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/YnE1i7r
For caretaker PM, Imran proposes name of former CJ of Pakistan
Pakistan Tehreek e-Insaaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan on Monday proposed the name of former chief justice of Pakistan Gulzar Ahmed for the office of the caretaker prime minister. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/YnE1i7r
IPL 2022: Avesh stars as Lucknow beat SRH by 12 runs
Lucknow Super Giants paid 25 times more than his base price of Rs 20 lakh to get Avesh Khan's services in IPL 15. The move was worth it as his excellent bowling acted as the catalyst for his team's 12-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/YnE1i7r
Understand India’s Ukraine position, Nehru’s doctrine sensible: Australia
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Sunday 3 April 2022
Covid deaths lowest since first week of lockdown
India reported just around 80 Covid-19 deaths in the seven days ending Sunday, the lowest toll from the pandemic recorded in the country since the week when PM Modi had announced a total lockdown in the country over two years ago. Fresh cases of the coronavirus continued to decline for the 10th consecutive week, with the current week's tally dropping below the 10,000 mark for the first time since April 13-19, 2020. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SnIYK9b
Imran gets House dissolved after dy speaker junks no-trust move
Pakistan's political slow burn over weeks culminated in President Dr Arif Alvi dissolving the National Assembly on Sunday on the recommendation of PM Imran Khan, who swiftly settled for the option of general elections within 90 days after the opposition's no-trust motion against him was no-balled as unconstitutional by the deputy speaker of parliament's Lower House. Earlier, Imran had claimed victory in his fight against the allegedly "foreign conspiracy" to oust his government. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SnIYK9b
Pak PM Imran Khan delivers an 'inswinging yorker' as promised. Will SC declare it 'no ball'?
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IPL: Big-money Livingstone helps Punjab thrash Chennai
Liam Livingstone hit a superb half-century and then took two wickets as Punjab Kings beat Chennai Super Kings by 54 runs. Invited to bat, Livingstone's 60 off 32 balls and useful contributions from Shikhar Dhawan (33) and Jitesh Sharma (26) helped PBKS post 180 for 8. The bowlers then returned to dismiss CSK for 126 in 18 overs. Rahul Chahar (3/25) took three, while Vaibhav Arora (2/21) also grabbed a couple of wickets for Punjab. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SnIYK9b
Saturday 2 April 2022
J&K delimitation panel to hold public hearings on draft plan
The Delimitation Commission will visit Srinagar and Jammu on April 4 and 5 to hear members of the public and civil society groups who have submitted suggestions and objections on its draft delimitation proposal for the Union Territory. Sources said most of the representations received by the delimitation commission are from Jammu (60), Anantnag (40) and Kupwara (40). Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9A6DvLo
Modi & Deuba flag off first Indo-Nepal passenger train
PM Narendra Modi and Nepalese PM Sher Bahadur Deuba on Saturday flagged off cross-border passenger train services between Jayanagar in India and Kurtha in Nepal through videoconferencing. The train chugged off with 150 passengers, who were mostly dignitaries from India and Nepal besides a team of railway officials. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9A6DvLo
Malaika's interview just hours before her car accident
Bollywood actress Malaika Arora who walked the ramp for the prestigious Pune Time Fashion week, met with an accident on returning back to the city. Checkout this uncut and exclusive interview of her’s just a few hours before her accident. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9A6DvLo
Live: Maharashtra records 130 Covid cases, 2 deaths
Stay with TOI for latest updates on coronavirus from India and around the world - Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9A6DvLo
Friday 1 April 2022
Lavrov pushes for more active Russia-India-China cooperation
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Pak PM Imran Khan praises India’s foreign policy again
Embattled Pakistan PM Imran Khan said on Friday that a powerful nation has been angered by his visit to Russia this February and he praised India again ahead of the no-confidence vote against him on April 3 for Delhi’s independent foreign policy, saying it was centred on its people. He noted that the unnamed country’s ally, India, was importing oil from Russia as the West was trying to impose sanctions on Moscow after it invaded Ukraine. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/05tuGgp
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