Wednesday, 30 November 2022
Shraddha murder: Accused Aaftab's narco analysis likely today
During his polygraph test at the forensic lab in northwest Delhi's Rohini, Aaftab Poonawala reportedly confessed to killing his live-in partner Shraddha Walkar and dismembering her body. Armed with findings of the lie detector test, forensic officials will now conduct a narco analysis at a hospital on Thursday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ElizgDy
Remittances to India set to hit record $100bn this year
Remittance flows to India are estimated to grow 12% to reach $100 billion for the first time this year— way ahead of Mexico, China and Philippines— according to World Bank’s Migration and Development brief. Between 2016-17 and 2020-21, the share of remittances from US, UK and Singapore increased from 26% to over 36%, while the share from five Gulf countries dropped from 54% to 28%,” the World Bank said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ElizgDy
China objects to India-US joint drill; MEA responds
China has objected to the India-US military exercise near the LAC in Uttarakhand saying it violates the spirit of bilateral agreements for border peace. The MEA responded by saying that it's China that needed to stick to bilateral agreements in the context of the standoff in eastern Ladakh. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ElizgDy
India saw very low number of Covid vax clotting cases: Govt
The Centre informed the Supreme Court that India had a very low incidence of Adverse Events Following Immunisation (AEFI) cases of Thrombosis and Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) during administration of 220 crore doses of Covid-19 vaccines. It said till September 30 this year India has administered 219.9 crore doses of Covid-19 vaccine. A total 26 AEFI cases of TTS were reported, of which 14 recovered and 12 died. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ElizgDy
EU warns Musk that Twitter faces ban over content moderation
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Tuesday, 29 November 2022
Ahead of Rahul yatra entering Raj, Cong puts up unity show
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AIIMS restores data, online services to take time to resume
After six days, AIIMS authorities finally managed to restore the hospital's e-data, which was hacked after a ransomware attack on its servers. However, the network is still being sanitised and it may take some more time to restore the online services, sources said. It is feared that the data of around 3-4 crore patients could have been compromised due to the breach detected on November 23. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Btz6Prf
Monday, 28 November 2022
Foreign secretary Kwatra gets 16-month extension
Foreign secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra has been granted a 16-month extension in the post beyond his date of superannuation on December 31 this year, a personnel ministry order said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/jYhdVgO
US to open drop box appointments for B1/B2 visas in December
The United States Embassy will open some drop box (interview waiver) appointments for B1 (business) and B2 (tourist) visas in Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai this December. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/jYhdVgO
UP: Ghaziabad, Prayagraj, Agra get first police commissioners
Uttar Pradesh's three new commissionerates in Ghaziabad, Agra and Prayagraj got their first police commissioners on Monday, according to an official order. Ajay Mishra was appointed the commissioner of Ghaziabad, Preetinder Singh of Agra and Ramit Sharma of Prayagraj, the order issued late Monday night stated. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/jYhdVgO
FIFA WC: Brazil beat Switzerland 1-0 to qualify for last 16
Favourites Brazil joined holders France as the second team to secure a spot in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on Monday. Brazil defeated Switzerland 1-0 in their second Group G game to register their second successive win in Qatar. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/jYhdVgO
Sunday, 27 November 2022
4 of family killed, 1 injured in crash on Delhi-Haridwar highway
Four of a family, including a Noida-based engineer, his wife, sister-in-law and her one-year-old daughter, were crushed to death after a speeding truck overturned and fell on their car late on Saturday night on the Delhi-Haridwar highway (NH-58) in the New Mandi police station area of Muzaffarnagar district. The engineer's brother was grievously injured in the accident. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/OibjPCB
Germany keep WC hopes alive after a draw with Spain
It's not all over for Germany at the FIFA World Cup 2022 as they remained in the race for a Round of 16 spot after a 1-1 draw with Spain on Monday. The result gave the four-time champions a much needed one point to stay alive in Qatar, while Spain consolidated their top position in the Group E standings with four points. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/OibjPCB
Landslide kills at least seven on Italy's Ischia island
At least seven people, including a newborn and two children, were killed on the southern Italian holiday island of Ischia after a landslide caused by torrential rain devastated a small town here, an official said on Sunday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/OibjPCB
Cut ties with child-killing regime, Khamenei’s niece tells world, held
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FIFA WC: Croatia go top with 4-1 win, Canada eliminated
Canada's celebration for their first ever goal in the men's World Cup did not last long as they crashed out of the FIFA World Cup 2022 after suffering a 1-4 defeat against Croatia in their second Group F game on Sunday. Alphonso Davies scored the historical goal in the second minute to give Canada a perfect start, but Croatia showed their class to register a thumping comeback win. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/OibjPCB
Saturday, 26 November 2022
FIR against MP BJP leader for 'doctored video'
Chhattisgarh police registered an FIR against Madhya Pradesh BJP media cell chief Lokendra Parashar on Friday night for posting on social media an alleged 'doctored' video of a pro-Pakistan slogan being raised during Rahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Yatra', which is passing through the state. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/vVt37qM
Delhi court dismisses AAP minister Jain’s plea for fruits, veggies
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After US, Indians now pip Chinese in getting UK student visas
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Mbappe double takes France into World Cup knockout stage
Kylian Mbappe shone for the defending champions with a brace as France beat Denmark 2-1 in their second Group D match of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on Saturday. With the victory, France became the first team to qualify for the Round of 16 in Qatar with one game in hand. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/vVt37qM
Friday, 25 November 2022
Ayushmann Khurrana: I'll never be known for a 300 crore film
Ayushmann Khurrana is back to the marquee and this time, like many times before, he's brought something original, new and totally unheard of. His new film is called An Action Hero and if the trailer is anything to go by, it promises to be a real genre-bender for fans who've grown up on conventional action heroes like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone or even home grown hunky like Sunny Deol, Akshay Kumar, Dharmendra and Amitabh Bachchan. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/HvuGjx8
26/11 terror attacks: 'It still hurts in my leg, brings back horror'
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Pro-Pak chants in Bharat Jodo, says BJP; Congress cries conspiracy
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Live: Ukraine's 4 nuclear power plants reconnected to grid
Ukrainian authorities on Friday gradually restored power to millions of people left in the dark after the most devastating Russian air strikes so far, aided by the reconnection of the country's four nuclear plants. Stay with TOI for the latest updates: Via Times of India https://ift.tt/HvuGjx8
Thursday, 24 November 2022
No law above judicial scrutiny: Union home minister Shah on Places of Worship Act
Ahead of the December 12 deadline set by the Supreme Court for the Centre to spell out its stand on the Places of Worship Act, 1991, Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday said no law is above judicial scrutiny. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/DmBWeSQ
Need to speak about intimate partner violence: Union minister Irani
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Ex-ISI head Lt Gen Asim Munir appointed new Pakistan army chief
Former ISI head Lt General Asim Munir will be Pakistan’s next army chief, PM Shehbaz Sharif announced Thursday and ended weeks of speculation about who succeeds Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa in a position considered the most powerful in the country. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/DmBWeSQ
Live: China breaks Covid high of April 13 at over 31,000 cases
India saw a single day rise of 408 coronavirus infections, taking the tally to 4,46,70,483, while active cases further declined to 5,881, according to the Union health ministry data updated on Thursday. The death toll has climbed to 5,30,601 with five fatalities, which include four reconciled by Kerala and one death reported from Rajathan in the last 24 hours, the data updated at 8 am stated. Stay with TOI for more updates -- Via Times of India https://ift.tt/DmBWeSQ
FIFA WC: Ronaldo sets record as Portugal edge Ghana 3-2
Cristiano Ronaldo wrote his name in the record books as he became the first player to score in five World Cups after converting a penalty against Ghana in Portugal's opening Group H match at the Stadium 974 on Thursday. Portugal survived a nervous stoppage time to edge past the African side 3-2 in a five-goal thriller. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/DmBWeSQ
Wednesday, 23 November 2022
In measles hotspots, minimum age for vaccine cut, booster added
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Batshuayi fires Belgium to World Cup win over Canada
World No. 2 Belgium survived a scare on Wednesday, before registering a narrow 1-0 win over Canada in their opening group game at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. A missed penalty and a sublime finish highlights the Group F match at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Ps7qmkB
Nirav moves for permission to appeal extradition decision in UK SC
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Spain start WC campaign with a 7-0 win against Costa Rica
Favourites Spain shot a warning to their rivals by hammering Costa Rica 7-0 on Wednesday in their opening Group E match of the FIFA World Cup 2022 at the Al Thumama stadium in Qatar. The winning margin was Spain's biggest ever at a World Cup. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Ps7qmkB
Tuesday, 22 November 2022
5 Meghalaya villagers killed in border firing by Assam cops
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Live: Ukraine detains 'traitor' who released Kherson prisoners
The situation in Kyiv, and other cities have deteriorated following the largest missile attack on the country’s power grid on Tuesday. President Zelensky said over 10 million Ukrainians were left without electricity after the strikes. Stay with TOI for more updates Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SJeNm5d
Sonali Phogat killed by her PA & his friend for property: CBI
Three months after former actor and Haryana BJP leader Sonali Phogat was found dead in her hotel room in Goa, the CBI has filed a chargesheet against her personal assistant and his friend accusing them of murdering her to usurp her property. Phogat’s PA Sudhir Sangwan and his friend Sukhwinder were earlier arrested in the case. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SJeNm5d
PM hands out appointment letters to 71k youths
PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday distributed around 71,000 appointment letters to new recruits via video conferencing and said the Centre is working in “mission mode” to provide government jobs to youth. Terming this an “entry point” for the new recruits in public service and nation building, he said this means a new world of progress has now opened before them. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SJeNm5d
Ronaldo to leave Man United after criticism of club
Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo will leave with immediate effect, the Premier League team said on Tuesday, marking a bitter end to the Portugal captain's second spell at Old Trafford after he said he felt betrayed by the club. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SJeNm5d
Monday, 21 November 2022
Live: Kyiv residents prepare for ‘worst winter
The situation in Kyiv, and other cities has deteriorated following the largest missile attack on the country’s power grid on Tuesday. President Zelensky said over 10 million Ukrainians were left without electricity after the strikes. Stay with TOI for more updates Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Q5kRrOS
200 fleeing strife in Bangladesh entered Mizoram: Official
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Vote for BJP to decide Guj's path of development: Amit Shah
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QR code on most-sold drugs from August
The Centre has issued a notification in this regard. It says manufacturers of drug formulation products as specified in Schedule H2 shall print or affix Bar Code or quick response (QR) code on its primary packaging label, or in case of inadequate space in primary package label, on secondary package label that store data or information legible with software application to facilitate authentication. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Q5kRrOS
A woman is killed by kin or partner every 11 minutes: UN chief
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PM Modi played crucial role in G20 consensus: US deputy NSA Jon Finer
At an event organised by the Indian embassy in Washington, principal deputy NSA Jon Finer also said 2022 had been a huge year in the history of India-US relations and that the next year will be even bigger, while asserting that the Biden administration sees this alliance as among the most consequential relationships for America anywhere in the world. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Q5kRrOS
Sunday, 20 November 2022
Govt’s FY23 food subsidy bill likely to cross Rs 3L cr
The government’s food subsidy bill is likely to cross Rs 3 lakh crore during the current financial year, nearly 50% more than the budget estimate of Rs 2lakh crore. This is primarily due to the extension of free foodgrain scheme, PM Garib Kalyan Ann Yojna (PMGKAY) till December. According to estimates, this will be the second highest subsidy outgo for providing highly subsidised and free foodgrains to nearly 80 crore identified beneficiaries. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9jqtTBf
COP27 inclusion of sustainable lifestyle key for India: Bhupender Yadav
With over 195 countries reaching a final agreement at UN climate talks (COP27) in Sharm el-Sheikh on Sunday, India which actively participated in the two-week long negotiations through multiple interventions welcomed its outcome paving the way for setting up of a loss and damage fund, and inclusion of “transition to sustainable lifestyles and sustainable patterns of consumption and production” in its cover decision. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9jqtTBf
Centre plans to include J&K ‘Balmiki’ members in SC list
As per the proposal, the ministry for social justice and empowerment is proposing the inclusion of ‘Balmiki’ in the SC list. The name is a spelling variation of ‘Valmiki’ which is already in the SC list, but given the strictness adopted in the recognition of Dalit groups, the difference leads to omission of many individuals or households from the ‘Balmiki’ caste from reservation and other affirmative action benefits. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9jqtTBf
FIFA WC: Qatar floors the world in stunning welcome
On Sunday, in the evening desert chill, at the gleaming, packed Al-Bayt stadium in the Al Khor town which literally means creek, by singing higher than the others, they were only reaffirming to the world that this belongs to them, that they had created it. And that, the world is welcome. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9jqtTBf
Saturday, 19 November 2022
Pakistan based wanted terrorist Rinda dies in Lahore hospital
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CBI probes match-fixing in Indian football, five clubs under scanner
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Terror is terror and no political spin can ever justify it, says S Jaishankar
Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for imposing cost on countries which support terrorism, foreign minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said the continued tendency of some nations to use terrorism as a tool of statecraft and willingness of others to justify and obfuscate that was among the causes of the growing scope, scale and intensity of terrorist threat. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/qCcoBbD
‘Rise of crypto use for terror finance a big concern’
The growing use of virtual assets or crypto currencies, sources pointed out, has been the most prominent change in the pattern of terror financing, amid continued use of methods like illegal trade, extortion, kidnapping for ransom, drugs, counterfeit currency, artefacts and cultural property, illicit trade in natural resources and wildlife, state-sponsored financing, profits from businesses and through charitable organisations. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/qCcoBbD
Winter session to begin on Dec 7, govt may table data protection bill
The winter session of Parliament will commence from December 7 and will continue until December 29, “subject to exigencies of government business”, the Lok Sabha secretariat said on Saturday. Parliamentary affairs minister Pralhad Joshi, who tweeted the dates, said the session will comprise 17 sittings spread over 23 days. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/qCcoBbD
Friday, 18 November 2022
Ex-DSP, 29 others get life terms for burning cop alive
A Rajasthan court on Friday awarded rigorous life imprisonment to 30 persons, including a former DSP, over the death of a SHO who was burnt alive by a protesting mob in 2011. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tecgPu7
BCCI sacks men's selection panel
BCCI on Friday decided to sack all four senior men's national selectors following a disappointing T20 World Cup campaign. In a press release, BCCI secretary Jay Shah invited applications for five positions with Nov 28 being the deadline. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tecgPu7
HC slams CRPF over 'orderly' system, says punish seniors
Censuring the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for practicing the colonial orderly system, which was claimed to have been abolished in 2008, the Madras HC has directed the central government to ensure thatthe practice is discontinued immediately. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tecgPu7
CJI to meet Gujarat HC bar body over protests
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud has agreed to meet the Gujarat high court advocates' association on November 21 in view of the ongoing protest by lawyers opposing the Supreme Court collegium's recommendation to transfer Justice Nikhil S Kariel to Patna HC. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tecgPu7
SC slams NIA: Shift jailed Navlakha to house arrest in 24hrs
When the two law officers kept stretching their objections, the bench said, "If NIA is trying to find out loopholes to defy our orders, we will take a serious view of it." Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tecgPu7
Court directs police to complete Aaftab's narco test in 5 days
Delhi's Saket District Court on Friday directed the city police to complete the narco analytic test of Aaftab Amin Poonawala, accused of killing his live-in partner Shradhha Walkar, within five days, while giving clear-cut instructions to cops not to use any third-degree measure on the accused. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tecgPu7
Thursday, 17 November 2022
Court: Satyendar Jain prima facie guilty, no bail
A city court on Thursday denied bail to Delhi minister Satyendar Jain and two other accused in a money laundering case, saying the former "has prima facie indulged in the offence of money laundering of more than Rs 1 crore" and is prima facie guilty of misconduct under sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MN17Bya
4 women officers make it to prestigious military college
After getting permanent commission, women officers will now also enter the portals of the Defence Services Staff College at Wellington for the first time. Six women officers from the Army have cleared the highly competitive entrance exam held in September. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MN17Bya
Thrown out of Rajdhani by TTE, jawan loses legs
A 29-year-old Army jawan of 24 Rajputana Rifles, Sonu Kumar Singh, lost both his legs and is battling for life at a military hospital after he was allegedly pushed off the Rajdhani express by a TTE at Bareilly station on Thursday. He is yet to regain consciousness and is "critical", doctors said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MN17Bya
Gujarat: Atheist autodriver vows caste-free poll run
This Amdavadi autorickshaw driver has run into several bureaucratic dead ends in his quest to change his name from Rajveer (Brave King) to "RV155677820", a moniker that smothers all signs of caste and religion. But now he plans to give his ideology a free run by contesting in the Gujarat assembly poll as an Independent from Gandhinagar South. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MN17Bya
EQ quizzes Soren for 9 hours, supporters lay siege to Ranchi
Soren reached the ED's regional office around 11.50am, accompanied by his lawmaker brother Basant. The latter wasn't allowed in. The 47-year-old CM stepped out of the office at 9.40pm and drove straight to his residence along with wife Kalpana, who had arrived there a little before 9pm. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MN17Bya
Wednesday, 16 November 2022
New scheme to give young professionals 2yr UK stay
Young Indian professionals are set to have a once-in-a lifetime opportunity to live and work in the UK for up to two years under a new professional and cultural exchange agreed between UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and PM Narendra Modi at the G20 Leaders' Summit in Indonesia. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/sldbpLC
Modi gifts Italy PM Patan Patola dupatta
PM Modi greeted the world leaders at the G20 Summit with gifts highlighting India's culture and arts, mostly from Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat, the two states which are going to the polls. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/sldbpLC
Ahead of election, 25,000 detained in Ahmedabad, Surat
There is still a fortnight to go for the first phase of voting for the assembly poll in Gujarat, but the police have already made more than 25,000 preventive arrests in Ahmedabad and Surat alone. The arrests were being made on the state election commission's orders to instil a sense of safety among voters and organise free and fair polls in Gujarat. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/sldbpLC
America cuts thousands of jobs as recession looms
Corporate America is making deep cuts to its employee base as part of its restructuring efforts to navigate a potential downturn in the economy from the U.S. Federal Reserve's war on inflation. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/sldbpLC
Tuesday, 15 November 2022
Delhi cops bust int’l racket selling fake cancer drugs
In a two-month-long operation, Delhi Police's crime branch has busted an international racket manufacturing and selling spurious life-saving cancer medicines, thus endangering the health of critical patients. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7TeGsx
Murdoch news organisations and The Donald
The speed at which Conservative Press turned on Trump was as dizzying as the invectives were harsh. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7TeGsx
Drains choked, anger bursts: Why some MLAs are getting the jitters
At Bismillah Society, angry protesters gheraoed the MLA to complain against the lack of development in the area, especially basic amenities like drainage and roads. A video of the protest had gone viral. It took quite some time for the MLA and his aides to calm them. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7TeGsx
A first since Galwan: PM Modi, Chinese Prez shake hands
PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, while attending the G20 dinner hosted by Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Tuesday, "exchanged courtesies", official sources said. Modi and Xi, both dressed casually, were photographed shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7TeGsx
Looked at her head daily to keep memory alive: Accused Aaftab Poonawala
Police are frantically searching for the head of Shraddha Walkar, the 26-year-old woman who was allegedly killed by Aaftab Poonawala in May this year. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7TeGsx
Live: 'Two killed as Russian missile lands in Poland'
Missile strikes hit cities across Ukraine on Tuesday, plunging seven million homes into darkness just days after a humiliating Russian retreat. Stay here for all updates -- Via Times of India https://ift.tt/i7TeGsx
Monday, 14 November 2022
Veteran actor Ghattamaneni Krishna passes away
Veteran actor Ghattamaneni Krishna (79) passed away in the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/W0sE86o
Tihar official suspended over Satyendar Jain row
The superintendent of Tihar Jail number 7 has been suspended after a preliminary enquiry revealed that he had allegedly committed irregularities while Delhi minister Satyendar Jain was lodged in the prison and provided special treatment. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/W0sE86o
Sebi clears Adani's plan for NDTV open offer
Markets regulator Sebi has approved Adani Group's open offer to buy an additional 26% stake in media firm New Delhi Television. The offer will commence on November 22 and close on December 5. As per Sebi's website on Monday, the regulator gave its final comments on the proposed Rs 492.81-crore open offer on November 7. The price fixed is Rs 294 per share. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/W0sE86o
Will bulldoze bus shelters in shape of domes: BJP MP
Karnataka BJP MP Pratap Simha has sparked a controversy by saying that he will bulldoze the mosque-like bus shelters being constructed across the city. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/W0sE86o
Tihar official suspended over Satyendar Jain row
The superintendent of Tihar Jail number 7 has been suspended after a preliminary enquiry revealed that he had allegedly committed irregularities while Delhi minister Satyendar Jain was lodged in the prison and provided special treatment. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/W0sE86o
Sunday, 13 November 2022
Giloy may raise immunity, but isn’t safe for all, find doctors
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Will refer ordinance to Prez if state targets me: Kerala guv
Kerala governor Arif Mohammad Khan on Sunday hinted that he will send the ordinance, which strips his powers as the chancellor of all state universities, to the President of the country. “I don’t want to judge the ordinance if the state government is targeting me. Hence, I will refer it (to the President),” said the governor while addressing reporters in New Delhi. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/eEClqS7
Oppn hurting India reputation, says Rajnath on G20 logo row
Defence minister Rajnath Singh has said that it was unfortunate and surprising that opposition parties try to stoke controversies for political gains even if it causes damage to the country’s reputation. Singh, who unveiled the statue of Prithvi Raj Chouhan at Jhajjar in Haryana on Sunday, said that seeing the lotus in the G20 logo, some people raised objections, which was unfortunate as it was declared the national flower in 1950. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/eEClqS7
Will refer ordinance to Prez if state targets me: Kerala guv
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Bali G20: PM to attend key sessions on food and energy
he G20 summit on November 15-16 in Bali will see PM Narendra Modi and other leaders participating in three important sessions, including on food and energy security, digital transformation and health. PM will have around 20 engagements during his two-day stay in Bali where, as the next Chair, India will look to speak for the developing countries, which are battling some of the worst consequences of the conflict in Europe, and steer the agenda in a “balanced” manner. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/eEClqS7
EWS fallout: Centre may face clamour for quota beyond 50%
The Supreme Court judgment upholding the EWS reservation could open the floodgates with states approaching the Centre to legitimise their quota laws violative of 50% ceiling, which may put the central government in an unenviable position, given the potential costs of accepting or rejecting such requests. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/eEClqS7
India: Can’t club us with big polluters
India with the help of other developing countries thwarted an attempt by developed countries to focus on all top 20 current CO2 emitters for additional mitigation actions, instead of just the big historical polluters (rich nations), during the first week of the UN climate talks (COP27). The crucial second week of negotiation involving ministers will begin Monday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/eEClqS7
Saturday, 12 November 2022
Himachal voters defy snow & freezing cold, record 75% turnout
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PM Modi takes dig at KCR’s ‘superstitious’ beliefs
n his first visit to Telangana after the high-stakes Munugode bypolls — which TRS won — and amid a row over TRS accusing the opposition BJP of trying to bribe its legislators to defect, PM Modi said the bypoll loss was not a setback because it showed BJP has the people’s blessings. “Despite obstacles placed by the desperate government, people fought back. You inspire me for the work you have done there,” he told party workers. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3zmoas7
India, Asean pledge peace & stability in Indo-Pacific
India and Asean in a joint statement on Saturday reaffirmed the importance of maintaining and promoting peace, stability, maritime safety, freedom of navigation and overflight in the Indo-Pacific region, and also commitment to peaceful resolution of disputes, in accordance with international law, including UNCLOS. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3zmoas7
Teach medicine in Tamil, Amit Shah urges TN govt
Union home minister Amit Shah urged the Tamil Nadu government on Saturday to introduce Tamil as the medium of instruction for medical and other technical courses, saying it would help students understand their lessons better. Several states had already moved to offer medical and technical education in their native languages and Tamil Nadu should follow suit, Shah said. This would also help students pursue research in Tamil. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3zmoas7
Don’t make coal lone villain, India asserts at climate meet
Amid growing demand to end use of coal, India here at the UN climate talks (COP27) on Saturday made a strong point saying making any one fuel the villain is not right as natural gas and oil also lead to emissions. Making its intervention during presidency consultation on the cover decisions of COP27, India also suggested certain points to be included in the decision text, saying the long-term goal of the Paris Agreement requires phasing down of all fossil fuels. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/3zmoas7
Friday, 11 November 2022
Himachal polls live: Voting to begin in 68 seats at 8am
Himachal Pradesh is all set to vote to elect a new government in the assembly polls, the fate of the political parties will be decided by over 55 lakh voters today. The BJP is eying on retaining power in the state overturning the trend of an alternative government in the state since 1982, while the Congress is posing its faith in its '10 guarantees' that the party has promised to deliver on if it comes to power. The Aam Aadmi Party is also aiming at making inroads into the hill state hoping to present a strong performance in the polls. Stay with TOI for all updates -- Via Times of India https://ift.tt/kRNA6F2
Modi, Biden have very practical relationship: US NSA
US President Joe Biden and PM Narendra Modi have a productive and very practical relationship, the American national security advisor said ahead of the bilateral meeting between the two leaders on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia. “I would point out PM Modi has already been to the White House since President Biden took office, and the two of them have had the opportunity to meet in person multiple times and to talk by phone and on video, multiple times,” he said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/kRNA6F2
SC to hear pleas against Bombay HC curbs on feeding strays
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Centre sitting on collegium names unacceptable: SC
Expressing deep anguish over the Centre not clearing the names recommended by the collegium for appointment of judges in high courts and SC and keep these pending for long periods, the Supreme Court on Friday said that such practice was not acceptable and sought an explanation from the law secretary. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/kRNA6F2
SC orders release of Rajiv Gandhi killers
Following through its order in May directing the release of life convict A G Perarivalan in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case by invoking its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution, the Supreme Court on Friday used the extraordinary jurisdiction to extend the same to six others convicted for assassinating the former Prime Minister and ordered that they be also set free forthwith. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/kRNA6F2
Thursday, 10 November 2022
Kerala govt removes governor as chancellor of deemed univ
The LDF government on Thursday amended the rules of Kerala Kalamandalam deemed university to remove the governor as its chancellor, a position which will now be filled with an eminent person from the field of art and culture. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ZSODzVi
SC allows house arrest for Navlakha, but sets rules
The Supreme Court on Thursday allowed activist Gautam Navlakha’s plea to be placed under house arrest, taking into consideration his medical issues, old age, no previous criminal record and also that there is no hope of completion of trial in the foreseeable future.The court though imposed all the conditions on him as suggested by the NIA, including that he would not get access to internet and communication devices like phones and laptop. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ZSODzVi
Gujarat polls: Cong announces 2nd list of 46 candidates
The Congress on Thursday released its second list of 46 candidates for the Gujarat Assembly elections scheduled to be held in two phases on December 1 and 5. The total number of candidates declared so far by the party is 89. The Congress last Friday had released its first list of 43 candidates for the elections. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ZSODzVi
Wednesday, 9 November 2022
BJP can’t fool people of Himachal with its ‘jumlas’: Kharge
Addressing his first public meeting of the Himachal Pradesh campaign, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday trained his guns on BJP and said it may have fooled people across the country with its “jumlas” but cannot do so in the hill state. “People here are educated, understand everything and take a considered decision in voting,” Kharge said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/iQhOqjb
Winter’s here but be ready for any contingency: Rajnath
The Army should continue to maintain operational readiness at its “peak level”, defence minister Rajnath Singh said on Wednesday, in the backdrop of India and China keeping their troops forward deployed for the third consecutive winter along the frontier in eastern Ladakh. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/iQhOqjb
MHA: 60% of international borders in north east porous
Over 60% of India’s international borders in the Northeast with China, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Bhutan is porous, which along with internal socio-economic and historical factors has caused a “fragile security situation” in the region, the MHA says in its 2020-21 report. The fragile security situation has “resulted in violence, extortion and diverse demands by various Indian insurgent groups, which maintain safe havens/camps in neighbouring countries”, it says. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/iQhOqjb
Disturbing that Navlakha case not moving, says SC
Observing that it is “disturbing” that trial proceedings against social activist Gautam Navlakha and others is not inching forward in the Elgaar Parishad case and not even charges have been framed in the last two years after chargesheet was filed in October 2020, the Supreme Court said that it would consider whether he could be allowed to come out of jail and be put under house arrest in view of his old age and medical problems. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/iQhOqjb
‘Accidental lawyer’ DY Chandrachud followed in dad’s footsteps, is 50th CJI
Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud took oath in the name of God as he was sworn in by President Draupadi Murmu as the 50th Chief Justice of India, creating the historic milestone of a father-son duo heading the Indian judiciary 37 years, two months and 28 days apart. His father Yeshwant Vishnu Chandrachud was sworn in as CJI on February 28, 1978 and retired on July 11, 1985, holding a record tenure of seven years, four months and 19 days. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/iQhOqjb
Tuesday, 8 November 2022
50% of Congress tickets to go to youngsters: Mallikarjun Kharge
New Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has put the old guard of the Karnataka unit on notice by reportedly telling colleagues that he intends to reserve 50% tickets for “youngsters” in next year’s assembly elections. Kharge cited the party’s Udaipur declaration of this May when he is said to have made the comments at an event organised by the state unit on Sunday to felicitate him. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uAyvcPb
India indebted to Manmohan Singh for economic reforms: Gadkari
Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday said the country is indebted to former prime minister Manmohan Singh for the economic reforms. India needs a liberal economic policy with the intention to provide its benefits to poor people, Gadkari said while speaking at TIOL Awards 2022 event. The economic reforms started by Singh as the finance minister in 1991 gave a new direction to India as it ushered in a liberal economy, he added. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uAyvcPb
Emergency-era shift of education to concurrent list challenged
Challenging the Emergency-era constitutional amendment shifting education from the state list to the concurrent list, senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued in the Madras high court on Tuesday that health and education were two fundamental attributes of humans and both should be under absolute control of states. The amendment is a legislative invasion against parents, children and the state’s right, he said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uAyvcPb
Medical seats from Centre’s quota for J&K terror victims
The Centre has reserved medical seats this year in government-run colleges across the country for children maimed by terrorism in J&K or whose parent(s) either died or suffered permanent disability in a terrorist attack. he reservation for MBBS and BDS courses was made from the central pool with effect from the academic year 2022-23, a Union home ministry notification said, but didn’t specify how many spots would be set aside. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uAyvcPb
Problem of plenty: Ahmedabad ward elects 5 MLAs, 4 MPs!
The people of Lambha, a municipal ward in Ahmedabad, have a problem of plenty. This 44 sq km area elects four MPs, five MLAs, and four councillors! It appears that too many legislative cooks spoil the development broth. The ward is divided into multiple assembly and parliamentary constituencies, so voters are confused about which door to knock to have their grievances redressed. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uAyvcPb
6.3-magnitude earthquake hits Nepal; strong tremours felt in Delhi and neighbouring areas
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit Nepal early on Wednesday and strong tremours were felt in Delhi andd neighbouring areas. The tremours were felt around 2am. The National Center for Seismology put the epicenter of the earth quake at 90 km south east of Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand, bordering Nepal. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uAyvcPb
In India’s interest to keep importing Russian oil: Jaishankar
Foreign minister S Jaishankar strongly backed India's increasing oil imports from Russia saying energy ties with Moscow have worked to India's advantage and that it's in India's interest to keep the imports going. Asked about the Western pressure on India to limit trade ties with Russia, he said India's “fundamental obligation” is to ensure that the Indian consumer has the best possible access, on most advantageous terms, to international markets. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/uAyvcPb
Monday, 7 November 2022
Chandrachud to Chandrachud: Justice Lalit ends innings in SC
An inning which started in the Supreme Court with a young and budding lawyer almost four decades ago mentioning a case before the then CJI Y V Chandrachud in court number 1 has come to an end with Chief Justice U U Lalit saying goodbye on his last working day as CJI from the same courtroom and passing on the baton to the son of ex-CJI Chandrachud. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/dWEzOyH
Hardik, Alpesh lead list of Cong turncoats seeking BJP tickets
Hardik Patel (29), who shot to fame by spearheading the Patidar reservation stir and later became working president of Gujarat Congress, is likely to debut in electoral politics by contesting the Viramgam seat on a BJP ticket. His contemporary Alpesh Thakor, who had spearheaded a parallel agitation to protect the reservation share of his caste, too, will contest on a BJP ticket after a brief stint with Congress. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/dWEzOyH
India, Russia seek polycentric world: Moscow ahead of EAM trip
Ahead of foreign minister S Jaishankar’s talks with his counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Ukraine and other regional and global issues, Russia emphasised both countries shared similar positions on “most pressing issues” and also in their adherence to international law and the UN Charter, which the West has accused Russia of violating by invading and annexing Ukrainian territory. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/dWEzOyH
Relief to Soren as SC quashes proceedings against him in HC
In a relief to Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, the SC quashed the proceedings against him in Jharkhand High Court on a PIL seeking probe against him for "money laundering" and said that HC entertained the plea despite lack of evidence. The SC said there is nothing wrong in allowing probe against people who occupy high offices but taking cognisance of the matter on generalised submissions which do not even make prima facie satisfaction of the court, is "abuse of the process of the court”. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/dWEzOyH
SC acquits 3 on death row for Delhi teen’s rape-murder
The Supreme Court on Monday acquitted three men sentenced to death in the brutal gangrape-cum-murder of a 19-year-old woman in Delhi’s Chhawla in 2012. SC said the trial court acted as a “passive umpire” while the prosecution failed to prove the guilt of the accused by adducing cogent and clinching evidence. Pointing out to many “glaring lapses” during the trial, the SC said the prosecution failed to prove their involvement in the crime beyond reasonable doubt. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/dWEzOyH
Sunday, 6 November 2022
80% of 777 J&K pellet victims have partial vision loss: Study
A huge majority of those who received eye injuries due to gun pellets in Srinagar between July and November in 2016 have suffered some degree of vision loss. About 80% of them have vision limited to “counting fingers”, according to a review research paper on 777 eye operations carried out during this period. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ym7pJAl
Will implement UCC in Himachal Pradesh if voted back: Shah
Home minister Amit Shah on Sunday announced in Himachal Pradesh that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in the state if BJP is voted back to office. Addressing an election rally in poll-bound Himachal Pradesh, he said, “If you elect the Jai Ram Thakur government, I promise you that the common civil code will be implemented in Himachal Pradesh. No one can stop that.” Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ym7pJAl
80% of 777 J&K pellet victims have partial vision loss: Study
A huge majority of those who received eye injuries due to gun pellets in Srinagar between July and November in 2016 have suffered some degree of vision loss. About 80% of them have vision limited to “counting fingers”, according to a review research paper on 777 eye operations carried out during this period. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ym7pJAl
‘We have made this Gujarat’: PM revs up campaign
In a high-voltage start to the campaign for a triangular contest, PM Modi on Sunday strongly invoked Gujarat’s pride and coined a new slogan — “Aa Gujarat mein banavyu che (We have made this Gujarat)” — crediting people’s perseverance, resilience and dedication in shaping a flourishing state. Addressing the first rally after the announcement of two-stage polls on December 1 and 5 at Nana Pondha, a small hamlet in tribal-dominated Valsad Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ym7pJAl
Saturday, 5 November 2022
22 Congress MLAs will go with BJP, claims Uddhav man
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) veteran Chandrakant Khaire on Friday fuelled an intra-MVA spat with Congress, claiming its legislators are ready to go with deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis. Faced with strong rejoinders from Congress, the former MP had to embarrassingly withdraw his statement and even offer an apology to state Congress president Nana Patole for his uncalled-for remarks. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ks4vCd3
Child abuse cases happening due to educated parents’ ego: HC
Child abuse is happening by educated parents and this needs to be tackled differently by bringing in suitable legislation, senior judge of the Karnataka high court, Justice B Veerappa, said on Saturday. Veerappa called for the need for a legislative change so as to consider differently love-affair cases, children’s custody cases involving both the educated parents and those of kids’ sexual abuse. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ks4vCd3
Pandole booked for rash driving, negligence in Mistry car accident
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ED questions Manish Sisodia’s PA in excise investigation
The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday questioned deputy CM Manish Sisodia’s personal assistant Devendra Sharma in connection with its money laundering probe in the Delhi excise policy case. The questioning, and coinciding searches in Delhi-NCR, drew a sharp reaction from the AAP leader, who accused the agency of harassment. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ks4vCd3
Tirupati temple’s net worth put at Rs 2.3 lakh crore
he net worth of the Lord Venkateswara temple, believed to be one of the richest in India, is pegged at Rs 2.3 lakh crore. Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, keeper of the temple dedicated to Tirupati’s presiding deity, declared its net worth for the first time since its founding in 1933. The temple trust said it has 10.3 tonnes of gold deposits in nationalised banks worth more than Rs 5,300 crore at current bullion rates. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ks4vCd3
Friday, 4 November 2022
MCD polls on December 4, likely to be most bitterly fought
The stage is set for probably the most high-decibel civic poll campaign in Delhi, with the state election commission announcing the poll schedule for the reunified MCD. Delayed by more than 7 months due to the merger of the 3 erstwhile corporations and a subsequent delimitation exercise, the elections — a 3-cornered contest between BJP, AAP and Congress — will be held on December 4, while the votes will be counted on December 7, state election commissioner Vijay Kumar Dev announced. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/TNXkZ65
Swing-resistant: 47 seats, same parties, 24 years
Nearly a fourth of the 182 assembly seats in Gujarat have not changed hands from one political party to another since 1998. Voters have shown unshakeable faith in a candidate or a party in these 47 seats which are spread across the state. The number of such impregnable bastions goes up to a total of 55 seats if one takes into account the past four elections since 2002. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/TNXkZ65
Closest known black hole to Earth spotted by astronomers
Astronomers have discovered the closest known black hole to Earth, just 1,600 light-years away. Scientists reported Friday that this black hole is 10 times more massive than our sun. And it's three times closer than the previous record-holder. It was identified by observing the motion of its companion star, which orbits the black hole at about the same distance as Earth orbits the sun. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/TNXkZ65
MCD polls on December 4, likely to be most bitterly fought
The stage is set for probably the most high-decibel civic poll campaign in Delhi, with the state election commission announcing the poll schedule for the reunified MCD. Delayed by more than 7 months due to the merger of the 3 erstwhile corporations and a subsequent delimitation exercise, the elections — a 3-cornered contest between BJP, AAP and Congress — will be held on December 4, while the votes will be counted on December 7, state election commissioner Vijay Kumar Dev announced. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/TNXkZ65
Oreva spent Rs 12L of allotted Rs 2cr on renovating Morbi bridge
The Oreva Group’s claim of “full and final” renovation of the 143-year-old Morbi suspension footbridge that collapsed on October 30, killing 135 people, was little more than cosmetic work on which the company spent Rs 12 lakh, or 6% of the allotted Rs 2 crore, the ongoing probe has revealed. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/TNXkZ65
EPFO can’t seek extra 1.16% of salary for higher pension: SC
In a relief to lakhs of subscribers, the Supreme Court on Friday held that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) cannot seek an additional contribution of 1.16% of the salary from those drawing over Rs 15,000 without the government amending the law and opened a four-month window for the members of the retirement savings body to exercise the option of getting pension on higher earnings. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/TNXkZ65
Thursday, 3 November 2022
Congress's ‘silent campaign’ in crucial poll surprises all
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Anahita couldn’t merge into second lane, says Darius Pandole
Police on Tuesday recorded Darius’s statement at his home in south Mumbai. He was discharged from hospital last week. Police have to record Anahita’s statement, who is recovering in hospital. Police said recording Darius’s statement took a few hours as he could not immediately recollect the accident. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/pIVYnfq
AAP positioning itself as alternative to BJP in Gujarat
For AAP which is in government in Delhi and Punjab and has two seats in Goa assembly, the outcome of this election is clearly very critical as winning seats will help the party to make it to the league of a national party and set the tone of its campaign ahead of the Lok Sabha polls in 2024. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/pIVYnfq
PM Modi congratulatesNetanyahu for election win
Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid Thursday conceded defeat in the general elections and congratulated opposition leader Netanyahu, whose coalition of right-wing parties secured a comfortable majority in parliament to form the next government and end the political impasse plaguing the country. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/pIVYnfq
Wednesday, 2 November 2022
In India 1st, Mumbai metro to have private entry
These private entities will have exclusive rights that will allow their employees as well as clients to use the subway that will be connected to the stations. Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC), which is executing this corridor, has plans to open the Phase I (Aarey to BKC) by December 2023. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/WFofC4s
Haryana junks on Rs 10 lakh a year MBBS bond plan
The partial climbdown came in the face of protests by over a thousand students from four government medical colleges in the state. Now, as per CM Manohar Lal Khattar, if on completing their degrees, MBBS/MD students wish to join state government service and serve for the specified seven years, the state government will finance the bond amount. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/WFofC4s
SC nixes plea challenging DY Chandrachud appointment as CJI
As the petition was mentioned for an urgent hearing, a bench of CJI UU Lalit, Justices S Ravindra Bhat and Bela M Trivedi agreed to hear the case 15 minutes before lunch break and dismissed it after a brief hearing. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/WFofC4s
Security a worry for Kedarnath shrine decked with gold
On October 26, a day before the temple closed, gold plating of the sanctum sanctorum was completed with estimates that over 230kg of the precious metal was used. However, security arrangements have not been enhanced and only 11 personnel of the Uttarakhand Police have been deputed to keep vigil. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/WFofC4s
ED summons Hemant Soren in mining case
The ED had seized more than Rs 20 crore in cash and in bank accounts from one of his close associates, Pankaj Mishra, from whom the agency also recovered signed cheques of Soren. This was in addition to the recovery of two AK-47 assault rifles during raids on over 40 other locations on Mishra and his other associates. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/WFofC4s
Tuesday, 1 November 2022
Arch-rivals BJP, Left unite to back Adani port in Kerala
District politicians of both parties took part in a “long march” taken out by the Save Vizhinjam Port action council to the government secretariat on Tuesday. Even local Congress politicians took part in the march. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/UBMfgPu
Gold jewellery demand up 17% in July-September quarter
In value terms, the gold demand in Q3 this year went up by 19% at Rs 85,010 crore, as against Rs 71,630 crore in the comparable period last year. Total gold jewellery sold registered a 22% increase at Rs 64,860 crore in the July – September period of this year. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/UBMfgPu
BJP’s Himachal vice president files papers as rebel, expelled
Four former MLAs and an ex-MP were expelled Monday for contesting as independents from different constituencies — Tejwant Singh Negi from Kinnaur; Kishori Lal from Anni (SC); Manohar Dhiman, from Indora (SC); KL Thakur from Nalagarh; and former MP Kripal Parmar from Fatehpur. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/UBMfgPu
Psychiatry test for medical seat in Uttarakhand college
As word spread and students began raising questions, authorities clarified that “having a mental health condition” won’t get in the way of a student’s admission, “it will simply help the hospital keep an eye on the illness and help the student cope in any adverse situation”. Students are currently undergoing counselling for around 150 seats at the medical college. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/UBMfgPu
Five terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir
Those slain in the operation at Khandipora area in Awantipora — including local Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Mukhtar Bhat and another Pakistani terrorist — were planning a fidayeen (suicide squad) attack on security forces in Pulwama, ADGP (Kashmir Zone) Vijay Kumar said, adding that a major tragedy had been averted. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/UBMfgPu
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