Sunday, 30 April 2023
After 20 hours under rubble, man rescued on birthday
After 20 agonising hours of being trapped under the debris following the Bhiwandi building crash, labourer Sunil Pisal (32) was safely rescued on Sunday, which was also his birthday. When NDRF and Thane Disaster Relief Force personnel extracted Pisal from the rubble around 8am, he was conscious and thanked them with folded hands for giving him a second life. His relatives and friends cheered on as he was taken to hospital. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/57omx8O
3 families lose 10 members in Gyaspura gas tragedy in Ludhiana
In a tragic incident, 11 people were killed and four injured as they inhaled a toxic gas in Ludhiana’s Giaspura neighbourhood on Sunday morning. Ten of those killed belong to three families from Bihar, who had been living in Punjab for over two-three decades, and one person is yet to be identified. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/57omx8O
Landslides leave Badrinath pilgrims stranded for 8 hours
The Badrinath national highway — NH-58 — remained blocked due to recurring landslides near Pinola and Tayapul in Chamoli district since Sunday morning, leaving hundreds of pilgrims en route to the holy shrine stranded for over eight hours. The highway was opened up only after 1pm, according to the district emergency operation centre. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/57omx8O
IPL: Mumbai pip Rajasthan in a high scoring thriller
Tim David's unbeaten 14-ball 45 blitzkrieg trumped Yashasvi Jaiswal's dazzling maiden IPL ton as Mumbai Indians pipped Rajasthan Royals in a high-scoring last-over thriller at the iconic Wankhede in Mumbai on Sunday. Making the 1,000th match of the Indian Premier League a blockbuster, Mumbai shot down the 213-run target with three balls to spare. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/57omx8O
'I have worked a lot on my batting': Yashasvi Jaiswal
Yashasvi's maiden century powered Rajasthan Royals to 212/7 against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. Yashasvi, who scored a brilliant 124 off 62 balls, has become the 'Orange Cap' holder in the IPL 2023. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/57omx8O
Saturday, 29 April 2023
Galwan hero’s wife Army officer now, posted in LAC
The Army inducted its first batch of five women officers into its combat-support arm Regiment of Artillery on Saturday, while Rekha Singh, wife of Naik Deepak Singh who was killed in the Galwan Valley clashes of 2020, became a Lieutenant and was posted to a frontline base along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MftC0ia
Govt to sell buffer wheat stock every quarter to control price
The government has decided to sell wheat from its stock in the open market every quarter, starting July, in its bid to check any rise in prices of the foodgrain, atta and other wheat products. Till now the Food Corporation of India offered some of its wheat stock only during the last quarter of the financial year — January and March — when availability of the winter crops dips. Sources said sale of first tranche of wheat under the ‘open market sale scheme’ will be conducted before July. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MftC0ia
ED searches Byju's CEO's office, residence over FEMA violations
The ED on Saturday said it conducted “searches and seizure action” at three places belonging to Bengaluru-based edtech giant Byju’s, including its head office and founder Byju Raveendran’s city residence. The ED said this was done under provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (Fema). Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MftC0ia
Defamation case not serious, courts erred: Rahul’s lawyer
The defamation case against Rahul Gandhi is not serious enough to warrant his disqualification from contesting elections for eight years, his counsel Abhishek Manu Singhvi said Saturday in the Gujarat high court that is hearing a plea to stay a lower court’s conviction of the former Congress MP. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MftC0ia
Mukhtar Ansari gets 10-year jail for BJP MLA’s murder
Ghazipur court on Saturday sentenced jailed ganglord Mukhtar Ansari to 10 years’ imprisonment and his BSP MP brother, Afzal Ansari, to four years following their conviction in separate cases registered under the UP Gangsters Act in 2007. Additional sessions judge-I (MP-MLA court) Durgesh also fined Mukhtar Rs 5 lakh and Afzal Rs 1 lakh. The sentencing of Afzal paves the way for his automatic disqualification from the Lok Sabha. He represents Ghazipur in Parliament. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/MftC0ia
Friday, 28 April 2023
Locals aided terrorists in Poonch ambush: DGP
Last week’s terror attack in Poonch that killed five soldiers had active local support, J&K police chief Dilbagh Singh said Friday, adding six such abettors had been arrested so far. The support included providing shelter, logistics and drone-dropped arms -- including steel-coated armour-piercing bullets and explosives -- from Pakistan to inflict maximum damage on the army vehicle in the April 20 ambush, the DGP said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9Z4szgI
Day after India hit out, China says situation on LAC stable
A day after India warned China there will be no improvement in the overall bilateral relationship till its troops disengage and de-escalate tensions in eastern Ladakh, the Chinese defence ministry on Friday said both sides should bring their ties back on track by putting the boundary issue in an “appropriate position” and promote its transition to “normalised management”. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9Z4szgI
Paucity of evidence: Court acquits Sooraj in Jiah Khan case
Calling Jiah Khan, who died by suicide 10 years ago, a “victim of her sentiments”, a special court on Friday acquitted actor Sooraj Pancholi of the charge of abetting the suicide of his girlfriend. It also doubted the suicide note and said Jiah’s mother Rabia could not explain the delay in lodging a complaint. Twenty-five-year-old Jiah, also an actor, was found hanging in her Juhu house on June 3, 2013. She was a US citizen. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9Z4szgI
IPL: Stoinis, Mayers sizzle in LSG's big win over Punjab Kings
Marcus Stoinis and Kyle Mayers scored brutal fifties, while medium pacer Yash Thakur claimed four wickets as Lucknow Super Giants crushed Punjab Kings by 56 runs in a high-scoring contest at PCA Stadium in Mohali on Friday. It was LSG's fifth win in eight matches while Punjab Kings suffered their fourth loss in eight games. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/9Z4szgI
Thursday, 27 April 2023
Protest not good for India’s image: P T Usha; wrestlers ‘dismayed’
IOA president P T Usha on Thursday criticised the wrestlers for going public with their protest demanding filing of an FIR and arrest of sidelined Wrestling Federation of India’s (WFI) president, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Shocked by her comments, the protesting wrestlers, led by Olympians Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshee Malikkh, hit back at Usha, demanding respect for their movement to protect the future generation of female wrestlers from facing sexual harassment. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/nYVIzar
BJP slams Kharge for calling PM ‘poisonous snake', he ‘clarifies’
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday stoked a political row by likening PM Narendra Modi to a “poisonous snake”, drawing a strong riposte from BJP which said such statements reflect “hate” for the PM and sought an apology from the opposition party. Kharge later sought to clarify that his remarks were not aimed at the PM but at his party, while BJP trained its guns at the Congress chief. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/nYVIzar
Filmfare: Salman, Janhvi & other celebs dazzle at the red carpet
The 68th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2023 has finally rolled its red carpet for the celebration night where a slew of Bollywood celebrities dazzled at the red carpet. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/nYVIzar
Wednesday, 26 April 2023
Cabinet approves 157 nursing colleges with almost 100 seats each
India will soon have 157 new nursing colleges with approximately 100 seats each. A decision in this regard was taken in the meeting of the Cabinet committee on economic affairs, chaired by PM Narendra Modi. The new nursing colleges will be established in co-location with the existing medical colleges established since 2014. UP will have the maximum 27 such medical colleges, followed by Rajasthan (23) and Madhya Pradesh (14). Via Times of India https://ift.tt/BQRGm5T
Tax relief on builder-paid rent in redevelopment projects
The Income-Tax Appellate Tribunal’s (ITAT) Mumbai bench recently held that the rental compensation received from a builder due to a redevelopment project is not taxable in the hands of the former flat owner. ITAT adopted this stand even as the taxpayer, the former flat owner, had not taken another accommodation on rent but had moved in with his parents. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/BQRGm5T
'Nod to same-sex marriage to ruin Special Marriage Act’s intent'
The Union government told the Supreme Court on Wednesday that recognising LGBTQIA+ community members’ marriage rights would destroy the legislative intent to permit only man-woman marriage under the Special Marriage Act and pointed out that the court neither had the wherewithal to gauge who among them were males or females nor the competence to create a regulatory framework for same-sex marriages. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/BQRGm5T
'Default bail accused's right, can't be denied if probe incomplete'
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Need initial probe before FIR against WFI chief on wrestlers' plaint: Cops
The Delhi Police on Wednesday informed the Supreme Court that it was ready to register an FIR, based on the sexual harassment complaint filed by seven national-level women wrestlers, against Wrestling Federation of India president and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/BQRGm5T
Tuesday, 25 April 2023
Jaish arm PAFF claims Poonch ambush with captioned ‘photos’
The banned People’s Anti-Fascist Front (PAFF), an offshoot of Pakistan-backed terrorist outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed, claimed to have released Tuesday a series of captioned photos on social media that the group said is from the Poonch ambush that left five soldiers of the Rashtriya Rifles dead last Thursday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tCeK0vu
Taliban kill mastermind of suicide bombing at Kabul airport
The Taliban killed the Islamic State militant responsible for the suicide bombing that left 13 US troops and 170 Afghans dead at the Kabul airport during the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. US intelligence confirmed that the Islamic State leader was killed in southern Afghanistan during battles between the Taliban and the group’s affiliate early this month. The US played no role in the killing and did not coordinate with the Taliban. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tCeK0vu
SAD patriarch Parkash Singh Badal, 5-time Punjab CM, dies at 95
After beginning his career as a village sarpanch, was admitted to a Mohali hospital on April 16 with “acute exacerbation of bronchial asthma” and was shifted to the medical ICU on April 18 as his respiratory condition worsened. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tCeK0vu
S Jaishankar slams Pakistan on terror, Bilawal bilateral meet unlikely
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120% gain in income for Indians going abroad to work: WDR
The report, released on Tuesday, has estimated that low-skilled Indians migrating to the US stand to gain the most as they would see a jump in income of nearly 500%, followed by UAE at almost 300%. Those migrating to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations, comprising Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and UAE, stand to gain less Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tCeK0vu
Same-sex marriage rights facing personal laws hurdle, says Supreme Court
A five-judge constitution bench of the Supreme Court on Tuesday was prima facie unanimous that even if it decides to grant marriage rights to same-sex couples, it will refrain from determining consequential rights including adoption, succession and inheritance as these are inseparably linked to religion-based personal laws. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tCeK0vu
IPL 2023: All-round Gujarat Titans crush Mumbai Indians by 55 runs
Defending champions Gujarat Titans produced a clinical performance to demolish five-time-champions Mumbai Indians by 55 runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/tCeK0vu
Monday, 24 April 2023
Previous govt destroyed panchayati raj institutions: PM
He was in Rewa, 490km from Bhopal, to flag off three new trains and inaugurate five Nal Jal Schemes worth Rs 7,853 crore on Panchayati Raj Day. He also dedicated 4 lakh new PM Awas Yojana homes. MP governor Mangubhai Patel, chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Union minister for rural development and panchayati raj, Giriraj Singh, were present on the occasion. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zIa31EQ
Sharad Pawar flip-flops on MVA unity, may skip rallies
NCP president Sharad Pawar’s statement in Amravati on Sunday that he could not say immediately whether the Maha Vikas Aghadi parties would fight the 2024 Lok Sabha and assembly elections together fuelled fresh political speculation on Monday, leading him to clarify that his statement had been misinterpreted and that he has always been in favour of MVA unity. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zIa31EQ
Nitish talks opposition unity with Mamata Banerjee and Akhilesh Yadav
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and deputy Tejashwi Yadav Monday took their renewed mission for a united anti-BJP opposition to Kolkata and Lucknow, first meeting Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee to push for a conclave of non-NDA parties in Bihar and then SP chief Akhilesh Yadav to clarify that what mattered was the cause and not the mantle of leadership. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zIa31EQ
No breakthrough in India-China military talks
There was no concrete breakthrough yet again in defusing the three-year-long troop confrontation with China in eastern Ladakh despite the top-level military talks being held after a gap of over four months, though the two sides agreed to continue dialogue and maintain “security and stability” along the frontier. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zIa31EQ
IPL: All-round Axar hands Delhi second win
Axar Patel's all-round heroics trumped Washington Sundar superb efforts with bat and ball as Delhi Capitals edged Sunrisers Hyderabad by 7 runs in a low-scoring last-over thriller in Hyderabad. It was the first time in 16 seasons of IPL, Delhi successfully defended a first innings total under 150 as chasing a moderate 145 for victory, Hyderabad could only muster 137 for 6 in their 20 overs. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/zIa31EQ
Sunday, 23 April 2023
Assam cops in Bengaluru, serve notice on IYC chief
Assam Police on Sunday visited the Bengaluru residence of Indian Youth Congress (IYC) chief Srinivas BV and slapped a notice on him, asking him to appear before it in Guwahati on May 2 for questioning in connection with a case filed against him by expelled Assam Pradesh Youth Congress Committee president Angkita Dutta, alleging harassment by the former for the last six months. Dutta was expelled by the AICC on Saturday (April 22) for “anti-party activities” after she went public and filed an FIR against Srinivas. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/HYDzhuT
SIT to challenge all 67 acquittals in 2002 Naroda Gam case
The Supreme Court-appointed special investigation team will challenge in the Gujarat HC the special court’s acquittal of all 67 accused in the 2002 Naroda Gam massacre case last week, top sources said Sunday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/HYDzhuT
NSA slapped as Amritpal seen as ISI pawn to revive militancy in Punjab
As for why Waaris Punjab De chief Amritpal was sent to the central jail in Dibrugarh, Assam, soon after his arrest, sources said this was done to rule out the possibility of a jailbreak with the support of like-minded Sikh prisoners or gangsters incarcerated in prisons across Punjab or other states in north India. Nine of Amritpal’s aides arrested earlier have been packed off to Assam. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/HYDzhuT
IPL: Rampaging Rahane powers Chennai to top spot
Top order batter Ajinjya Rahane's 29-ball-71 carnage took the Eden Gardens by storm as Chennai Super Kings floored Kolkata Knight Riders to move to the top of the table. The Chennai batters led by a transformed Rahane outbatted the hosts as Kolkata's 49-run defeat at home turned out to be their fourth on the trot. With the win, Chennai rose to the top of the points table and now have 5 wins in 7 matches. Kolkata, on the other hand found themselves at the 8th spot with just 2 wins in 7 games. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/HYDzhuT
Saturday, 22 April 2023
Now in Assam, Asia’s longest underwater hydrocarbon pipeline
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‘No permit’: Cops break up Satyapal ‘lunch’ for khaps
There was a ruckus in R K Puram on Saturday after cops arrived at a park where former Jammu & Kashmir governor Satyapal Malik had hosted a lunch for the farmer community (khap). Police officials arrived at the park and dispersed the gathering saying that there was no permission for the event. When Malik was later seen at the police station, Delhi Police said he hadn’t been detained but had arrived on his own. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/dJKWEhw
Now in Assam, Asia’s longest underwater hydrocarbon pipeline
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US President Joe Biden to visit in Sept, ’24 to be big year for India ties: US
US President Joe Biden is looking forward to travelling to India in September, his administration’s point person for South and Central Asia has said, observing that 2024 is going to be a “big year” for the India-US relationship. India’s leadership in the G20 further broadens its capacity to stand as a force for good in the world, the official said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/dJKWEhw
IPL: Punjab edge Mumbai in high-scoring thriller
Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh produced one of his finest IPL spells as Punjab Kings gunned down Mumbai Indians in a high-scoring thriller at the Wankhede for their fourth win of the season. Death overs specialist Arshdeep shattered stumps at will in a tense final over as Punjab successfully defended 214 to get back to winning ways. The victory took Punjab to the fifth spot on the points table as a high-flying Mumbai were brought down to earth after a hat-trick of wins. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/dJKWEhw
Friday, 21 April 2023
Bring back Darwin’s theory, teachers, experts tell NCERT
A group of over 1,800 scientists and teachers have objected to the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) dropping Charles Darwin’s ‘Theory of Biological Evolution’ from its Class X textbook and urged the Centre to restore the chapter. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/jzfFm6u
J&K: Hunt on for terrorists who killed 5 soldiers in Poonch
A major operation with special forces, regular troops, helicopters and drones is under way by the Army to hunt down the 5-7 terrorists who attacked an Army truck in a well-planned ambush in Poonch district of J&K on Thursday afternoon, killing five Rashtriya Rifles soldiers and grievously injuring a sixth. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/jzfFm6u
Delhi: Woman shot thrice in bustling Saket court
A 40-year-old woman was chased and shot at thrice by a suspended lawyer in the crowded Saket court complex on Friday morning, exposing serious lacunae in the safety apparatus at the district courts. The incident gave the lie to repeated assurances by the authorities of beefing up security in courts following many such incidents in the past. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/jzfFm6u
Ensure tax payers’ money is used for nation: PM to civil servants
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Here's how the points table looks after DC vs KKR match
The India Premier League 2023 runs from March 31 to May 28, with 10 teams competing for the title. Mumbai Indians have won the title five times, which is the most by any team, followed by Chennai Super Kings' four triumphs, while the Gujarat Titans are the defending champions. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/jzfFm6u
Thursday, 20 April 2023
Out of space, banks refuse to accept coins from Shirdi temple
Now, the Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust (SSST) is faced with a serious problem of plenty, as even banks are struggling to accommodate these coins deposited by the trust.The trust has accounts in 13 branches of different state-owned banks. A dozen of them are in the temple town alone, and one is in Nashik. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/moH9bhU
Amid JPC row, Pawar holds 2hr meet with Adani
The meeting assumes importance in view of the Congress’s demand for a joint parliamentary probe into allegations made against the Adani Group and Pawar’s recent statements opposing such a probe and saying that the Adani Group was being targeted. Pawar had also raised questions about the credentials of the international shortseller Hindenburg Research, which had put out a report making charges against the business group. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/moH9bhU
Bilawal to attend SCO meet in Goa, India plays it down
Participation in the Eurasian group is a foreign policy priority for Pakistan, not least because of its ties with China and recent overtures of friendship to Russia. Chinese foreign minister Qin Gang and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov will both attend the meeting in Goa. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/moH9bhU
IPL: Delhi Capitals register first win of season
It’s been a while since Ishant Sharma has bowled in a high-profile match. On Thursday night, as the steady drizzle stopped half an hour after scheduled start of play, Delhi Capitals decided to finally unveil him for the first time in the season after winning the toss against Kolkata Knight Riders. And when the second ball of the match pitched on a back of a length and left Jason Roy, Ishant turned back the clock. And that set the tone for his comeback spell of 2/19 and the beleaguered Capitals to choke and restrict KKR to 127/9 for their first win of the season. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/moH9bhU
Wednesday, 19 April 2023
UGC asks univs to let students write exams in local languages
The UGC, in a letter to the heads of all universities, has asked for details including discipline-wise list of text books/reference books available/used in local languages, availability of subject experts who can write or translate in local languages, and availability of local publishers for printing textbooks in local languages, as it stressed on the need to strengthen efforts for writing textbooks in mother tongue/local languages and encouraging their use in teaching. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/u0XdDcC
After 6 years in jail, pvt eye & wife let off in extortion case
While the Mangles have been in jail since their arrests in 2017, Tambe has been out on bail. Special judge A M Patil referred to three alleged meetings between the accused and Mopalwar where the alleged demand for money was made. Pointing to the alleged meeting at Kharegaon Toll Naka on Nashik Highway, the court said the call detail records showed that Mopalwar was not present there. Addressing the accused in Marathi, the special judge said, “Hence you are cleared of all charges.” Via Times of India https://ift.tt/u0XdDcC
At 20 lakh+, NEET-UG records all-time high registration
Two states recorded over 2 lakh registrations — Maharashtra (2.8 lakh) and UP (2.7 lakh) — and seven over 1 lakh — Rajasthan, TN, Kerala, Karnataka, Bihar, Bengal and MP. Bringing back the pre-pandemic schedule, NTA had on Dec 16 announced that NEET-UG would be held on May 7. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/u0XdDcC
Same-sex marriage: Centre wants to get states on board, SC says can’t wait
In its application, the Centre informed a bench of CJI DY Chandrachud and Justices SK Kaul, SR Bhat, Hima Kohli and PS Narasimha that on Tuesday, it had sought views of all states and pleaded that it would be desirable to await the outcome of such a consultation process. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/u0XdDcC
IPL: Lucknow gun down Rajasthan for fourth win
Rajasthan Royals' return to Sawai Mansingh Stadium in nearly four years didn't turn out as expected as a spirited Lucknow Super Giants pulled off an impressive 10-run win in a low scoring IPL contest in Jaipur. The win was Lucknow's fourth of the season and it also broke Rajasthan's three-match winning streak. However, even after the defeat, Rajasthan still are at the top spot on the points table but are ahead of Lucknow only on net run rate. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/u0XdDcC
Tuesday, 18 April 2023
Law & order restored, every dist in UP now safe: CM Yogi Adityanath
Yogi blamed successive non-BJP governments for the state earning "a bad name" in terms of law and order. "Before 2017 (when he became the chief minister), UP was known for riots and crime. Today, all districts in Uttar Pradesh are witnessing growth. Darkness has been eliminated in every way. The government is paving the way for the state's development through airports, highways, and proper enforcement of law and order," Yogi said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Y8IT7Jt
Woman who remarried before appeal period ended gets no HC relief
Justices Ramesh Dhanuka and Milind Sathaye passed the order on the woman's plea to dismiss her ex-husband's appeal on account of her second marriage and cohabitation with her second husband. "This interim application is a classic example amongst litigants to try to overreach the provisions of law by creating a situation, which is difficult to reverse, thereby making pending proceedings infructuous," they said in the March 27 order. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Y8IT7Jt
31 Karnataka tribals stranded in strife-hit Sudan, seek help
With appeals for help pouring in, the Indian embassy in Sudan has advised Indian nationals not to step out, ration their supplies and seek help from neighbours, as the situation seemed unlikely to change in the next few days. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Y8IT7Jt
CBI to TMC’s Abhishek Banerjee: Info about SC order didn’t reach us
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WATCH: Arjun Tendulkar dismisses Bhuvi to claim maiden IPL wicket
Mumbai Indians (MI) left-arm pacer Arjun Tendulkar on Tuesday dismissed Bhuvneshwar Kumar of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to claim his maiden IPL wicket in an Indian Premier League match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Y8IT7Jt
Monday, 17 April 2023
Schools closed, night curfew in Pauri villages after tiger kills 2
With the tiger having been often spotted lurking near villages in Rikhnikhal and Nainidanda blocks of Pauri district, just north of the tiger reserve, people have been warned against venturing out after dark. Speaking about the terror caused by the tiger, Laxmi Devi, a village pradhan told TOI, “Even the local MLA, Dilip Rawat, spotted the tiger while visiting the area. Staying indoors cannot be a long-term solution. How will our children go to school? All of us are in extreme fear.” Via Times of India https://ift.tt/hFic540
UP student killed in public at 11.30am, ‘ex-BF’ arrested
Footage of Monday’s attack in Ait town, showing the student lying in the middle of the road in a pool of blood with a firearm by her side, went viral. Former CM and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav tweeted: “BJP government = crime.” Via Times of India https://ift.tt/hFic540
Cheetah Oban strolls out of Kuno National Park, once again
Barely 10 days ago, it was tranquilised and brought back to Kuno after a five-day hike in nearby farms and villages. This time, it has ventured much further. Forest officials say they will not tranquilise it this time as it could be very stressful and affect its health. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/hFic540
Chinese man held in Pakistan over blasphemy charges
Security officials identified the man as “Mr Tian,” head of heavy transport at the China Gezhouba Group Company constructing the Dasu hydropower project in Upper Kohistan district of northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/hFic540
Sunday, 16 April 2023
Killing of Atiq Ahmed and Ashraf: Retired HC judge to head three-member probe panel
The commission will be headed by Allahabad high court judge (retd) Arvind Kumar Tripathi, and will have two other members – retired judge Brijesh Kumar Soni and former DGP Subesh Kumar Singh. The commission will give its report in two months. Principal secretary, home, Sanjay Prasad confirmed the constitution of the inquiry committee. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gXR5PQH
Irked with govt, Joshimath locals to stall Badrinath yatra on Day 1
Blaming the state government for "dilly-dallying on the issue," JBSS members on Sunday said that they will "continue the daily protest and have planned to shut down markets and block vehicular movement when Badrinath's portals open." The group met the CM on April 8 during which he had assured to look into their set of 11 demands. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gXR5PQH
30 years after Army officer’s death, AFT clears special pension for wife
In her plea before the AFT, it was stated that when she received the documents concerning the death of her husband, she came to know he was already suffering from “primary hypertension” aggravated by his service. He, therefore, should not have been deployed in the operational area and made to live in a bunker. Even as per court of inquiry conducted in this matter, the cause of his death was found attributable to military service. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gXR5PQH
10 states, 7 UTs yet to constitute state minorities commissions
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IPL: Rajasthan edge past Gujarat to maintain top spot
Swashbuckling Shimron Hetmyer hogged the limelight with an incredible unbeaten 26-ball 56 blitz after Sanju Samson's attacking half-century as Rajasthan Royals pipped Gujarat Titans by three wickets in Ahmedabad. The victory was Royals' first ever over Titans in IPL as they also maintained the top spot after edging the hosts in a thriller. Rampant Rajasthan now have 4 wins in 5 games while Gujarat keep their third spot on the points table. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gXR5PQH
Saturday, 15 April 2023
Hooch kills again in 'dry' Bihar: 14 dead
At least 14 people died and over two dozen were taken ill since Friday evening after allegedly having spurious liquor in Bihar's East Champaran. The DM said they died under "mysterious circumstances". Police have arrested 10 people. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/lkoW20a
Curfew imposed in Odisha's Sambalpur following fresh violence
The Sambalpur district administration late on Friday night imposed curfew in Sambalpur city area until further orders following fresh incidents of violence. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/lkoW20a
At 31.9%, Delhi sees highest positivity rate in 15 months
Delhi on Saturday recorded 1,396 Covid cases with a positivity rate of 31.9%, the highest in 15 months. Five deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours, four of which were cases of 'incidental' detection while one was due to the virus. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/lkoW20a
Meet the winners of Femina Miss India 2023
Rajasthan's Nandini Gupta has been crowned Femina Miss India World 2023. Along with her, Delhi's Shreya Poonja became the first runner-up, while Manipur's Thounaojam Strela Luwang was crowned the 2nd runner-up. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/lkoW20a
'Nahi le gaye to nahi gaye': Atiq's last words on son's burial
In a shocking turn of events, mafia-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf were shot dead in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Saturday.Moments ahead of their killing, both criminals, who were accused in the Umesh Pal murder case, were speaking to the media while being taken for a medical and their murder was captured on camera. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/lkoW20a
Friday, 14 April 2023
Girl dies, 61 injured as footbridge collapses in J&K during Baisakhi
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Abu Salem's henchmen on STF radar for helping Asad, Ghulam
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Delhi: Power subsidy cleared as minister Atishi and LG office spar
Hours after Delhi’s power minister, Atishi, declared at a press conference on Friday that the power subsidy in the city will stop as the LG was yet to clear the file, Raj Niwas said the LG had signed the file a day before and sent it to the chief minister on Friday, well before Atishi made her claim. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/A2WIBaw
Thursday, 13 April 2023
FBI arrests 21-year-old man for 'criminal' US intelligence leaks
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Ex-bishop held in laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday arrested former Jabalpur bishop P C Singh - former moderator of Church of North India (CNI) - from Jabalpur in connection with a money-laundering probe. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rCwAQgo
'No MoD sanction to prosecute commandos for killing 13 civilians'
The Nagaland police has submitted in the court of the Mon district and sessions judge that the military affairs department of the defence ministry has refused sanction to prosecute the 30 Indian Army commandos accused of killing 13 civilians in a botched counter-insurgency operation at Oting, Nagaland, on December 4, 2021. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rCwAQgo
Uncertainty over monsoon as US agency forecasts early El Nino
There is a high chance that El Nino conditions will appear in June this year — nearly two months earlier than predicted in last month's forecast — and develop into a strong event, the latest update issued on Thursday by US weather agencies said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rCwAQgo
ED probing BBC for FDI cap breach since March
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has been probing the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) since March this year for alleged violation of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rCwAQgo
India says G20 members see need for global crypto regulations
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IPL: Gill shines as Gujarat Titans beat Punjab Kings by 6 wickets
In-form opener Shubman Gill (67) scored a classy half-century after pacer Mohit Sharma bowled a tight spell for Gujarat Titans as the defending champions roared back to winning ways with a six-wicket win against Punjab Kings at IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Thursday. Rahul Tewatia (5*) held his nerves to hit a four over short leg fielder to complete the chase with a ball to spare. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/rCwAQgo
Wednesday, 12 April 2023
In Gurgaon, BPharm student on bike hit by truck, dies
A 22-year-old BPharm student died while her 60-year-old grandfather suffered injuries after a truck crashed into their bike on the Southern Peripheral Road near Vatika Chowk in Sector 69 on Tuesday afternoon. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ibtdpKu
IPL: Here's how the points table looks after DC vs MI match
The India Premier League 2023 runs from March 31 to May 28, with 10 teams competing for the title. Mumbai Indians have won the title five times, which is the most by any team, followed by Chennai Super Kings' four triumphs, while the Gujarat Titans are the defending champions. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ibtdpKu
Cybercrime a rising threat, train all cops in handling them: UP CM Yogi
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Dhoni heroics in vain as Royals beat Chennai Super Kings by 3 runs
Playing his 200th match as Chennai Super Kings captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni almost pulled off an incredible victory, but that was not to be as his team went down fighting by just 3 runs against Rajasthan Royals at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/ibtdpKu
Tuesday, 11 April 2023
Communal clashes in Chhattisgarh: Dad, son found dead
A father and son were found dead Tuesday near Chhattisgarh's Biranpur village, the epicentre of communal violence since Saturday. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/d9C74oH
With no vaccine production due to low demand, states’ stocks run dry
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IPL: Rohit shines in MI's thrilling last-ball win
When Rohit Sharma disdainfully pulls a delivery of sheer pace from Anrich Nortje deep into the mid-wicket stands you know that he is batting at peak of his prowess. For most part of the reply to Delhi Capitals’s 172 at the Ferozeshah Kotla on Tuesday night, it seemed Rohit’s intimidating 45-ball 65 had set up a rather comfortable chase till Nortje turned up for the last over of the match defending just five against power-hitters Cameron Green and Tim David. After facing six near-perfect yorkers hurled at them, David and Green’s long limbs helped them scamper back for two runs off the final ball with six wickets to spare. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/d9C74oH
Monday, 10 April 2023
SC dismisses petitions against Agnipath scheme
The Supreme Court dismissed on Monday petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Agnipath scheme for recruitment of soldiers in the armed forces for a period of four years and said “there is nothing for us to interfere in the Delhi high court judgment”, which had upheld the new scheme as a “well-thought-out” one. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/5KO82Vu
Amit Shah talks tough in Arunachal, China says ‘harmful to peace’
From Arunachal Pradesh, Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday sent out a strong message to China, saying India would not allow even an inch of its territory to be encroached upon, drawing an angry response from Beijing which called the minister’s visit to the state violative of its sovereignty and harmful to peace in border areas. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/5KO82Vu
IPL: Pooran 19-ball 62 helps LSG pull off a heist
Power-hitters Nicholas Pooran and Marcus Stoinis fired scintillating half-centuries as Lucknow Super Giants pulled off a heist, winning a last-ball thriller against Royal Challengers Bangalore by a solitary wicket. It was the second miraculous chase of this IPL season after Kolkata Knight Riders' heroics on Sunday as Lucknow chased down a mammoth 213 target on the final ball of the match. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/5KO82Vu
Sunday, 9 April 2023
Month after IIT-B suicide, student held for abetment
The city crime branch probing IIT-Bombay student Darshan Solanki’s suicide on Sunday arrested his classmate Armaan Khatri (19) on charges of abetment. Khatri was allegedly named in 18-year-old Solanki’s suicide note, which was found in his hostel room by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) nearly a month after he jumped off the seventh floor of his hostel building. The incident took place on February 12, a day after his semester exams ended. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/JlsiVrp
Disappointing to see Cong netas going to ‘dark side’: Tharoor
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‘What a delight’: Modi felicitates ‘Elephant Whisperers’ couple
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Eye on China, CDS reviews operational situation in east
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan reviewed the operational preparedness in the eastern sectorover the weekend, amid heightened tensions with China that has seen India shore up defences in the strategically-vulnerable Siliguri Corridor among other measures along the entire frontier. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/JlsiVrp
Saturday, 8 April 2023
Sheezan Khan’s FIR-quashing plea listed for April 11
Sheezan, who was arrested after Tunisha Sharma’s mother, Vanita, filed a complaint against him for abetment to suicide, walked out of jail on March 5. The plea for quashing the FIR in the case is listed for April 11. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/JlsiVrp
Happy Easter Sunday 2023: Best messages, quotes, wishes
Easter Wishes & Quotes: Easter falls on a different day. Easter Sunday may occur on any day between March 22 and April 25, depending on the lunar calendar (the moon) as opposed to the more widely used solar calendar. The first Sunday after the full Moon after March 21 is usually Easter. However, Easter falls on April 9th this year. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gfsSc1V
Shah to launch border village plan in Arunachal tomorrow
Union home minister Amit Shah will on Monday launch the ‘Vibrant Villages Programme’ (VVP) — a Rs 4,800-crore centrally-sponsored scheme aimed at integrated development of villages adjoining the Indo-China border — from Kibithoo, a border village in Anjaw of eastern Arunachal Pradesh. Kibithoo was also one of the theaters of the 1962 India-China war. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gfsSc1V
Friday, 7 April 2023
Boyfriend held for Bhojpuri actress’ death in UP hotel
Almost 10 days after Bhojpuri actress Akanksha Dubey, 26, was found dead in a hotel room in Varanasi, her boyfriend, Bhojpuri singer Samar Singh, was arrested from Ghaziabad on Friday, Varanasi police commissioner Ashok Mutha Jain confirmed. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/gfsSc1V
Dynasty, not democracy, is in danger: Shah slams Rahul
Democracy isn’t in danger in India but the idea of dynasty politics is, Union home minister Amit Shah said at twin rallies in UP focused on highlighting how people had “unwavering faith” in PM Narendra Modi while his detractors like Congress’s Rahul Gandhi were busy spinning “false narratives” abroad. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/YNT0zXC
Unseasonal rain won’t impact wheat output much: Official
Wheat production this year is likely to be 1-2 million tonnes (MTs) less than the current estimate due to unseasonal rain and hailstorms, a senior government official said on Friday. However, the overall production will be nearly 5-6 MTs more last year and with export restrictions in place, there will be no shortage of the foodgrain, the official added. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/YNT0zXC
Thursday, 6 April 2023
89k hectares of forest land diverted for development projects
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Pakistan responds to India notice on Indus Treaty
The government on Thursday confirmed it had received Pakistan’s response to its notice sent in January seeking a modification of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty for management of cross-border rivers. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2ivcqkB
'Higher courts seeking explanations from trial judges'
Setting aside an MP high court notice to a trial judge asking why he had granted bail to an accused facing trial for stripping a man and tying him to a tree before assaulting him, the Supreme Court on Thursday said such “unwarranted” orders by constitutional courts had a “chilling effect” on judicial officers. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2ivcqkB
Panel set up to review NPS, moot changes if needed
The Centre on Thursday set up a four-member committee to review the National Pension System, also referred to as the new pension scheme, and suggest if changes are required to the defined contribution mechanism that was put in place for all recruits in government from 2004. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2ivcqkB
IPL: KKR thrash RCB by 81 runs for their first win
Spin trio bamboozled Royal Challengers Bangalore batters to help Kolkata Knight Riders open their account in the new Indian Premier League season with a commanding win at Eden Gardens on Thursday. In their homecoming game, first match in Kolkata after almost four years, KKR registered a massive 81-run victory to jump to third in the early league standings. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2ivcqkB
IPL 2023 Orange Cap: Most runs so far this season
Over the years, the Orange Cap in the IPL has become one of the most prestigious prizes, associated with batting excellence. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2ivcqkB
Wednesday, 5 April 2023
Draft NCF bats for multiple board exams, stresses self-assessment
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IPL 2023: Punjab Kings beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 runs
Pacers Nathan Ellis and Arshdeep Singh shone with the ball after classy fifties from skipper Shikhar Dhawan and Prabhsimran Singh to help Punjab Kings register their second successive win of the Indian Premier League 2023. Punjab defeated Rajasthan Royals by 5 runs in a high-scoring match at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2iqxK4a
Tuesday, 4 April 2023
Girl's ex-lover gifts 'home-theatre bomb', kills groom, brother
A day after a home-theatre wedding gift exploded, killing a groom and his brother in Chhattisgarh's Kabirdham district, police on Tuesday arrested the bride's former lover for the bizarre yet spine-chilling murder. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2iqxK4a
14 held guilty of lynching tribal man in Kerala in 20 1 8
A special court in Kerala's Mannarkkad on Tuesday pronounced guilty 14 of 16 accused tried for the 2018 lynching of a 29-year-old tribal man accused of theft and later found to be mentally ill. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2iqxK4a
14 lakh register for CUET-UG for seats in 242 universities
Nearly 14 lakh candidates have registered for this year's Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) for admission to various undergraduate programmes in 242 universities, a huge jump from 90 institutions which participated in the first edition of the exam in 2022. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/XIJislQ
Focus on security as PM Modi meets Bhutan king
PM Narendra Modi and visiting Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck reviewed bilateral cooperation Tuesday and discussed issues of national interests in a meeting, amid renewed efforts by Bhutan to demarcate parts of its boundary with China and uncertainty over the Doklam tri-junction. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/XIJislQ
IPL: Gujarat ease past Delhi for second win
For the second match in a row, Delhi Capitals’ batting was found wanting against top-notch pace bowling. By the end of the first innings of their match against Gujarat Titans at the Ferozeshah Kotla on Tuesday, Capitals scrapped their way to a modest 162/8 battered and bruised by an assault led by Mohammed Shami’s 4/41 and Alzarri Joseph’s 2/29. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/XIJislQ
Monday, 3 April 2023
Ayodhya priest offers residence at 10th century temple to Rahul
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Ticket still awaited, but Yediyurappa starts poll campaign for his son
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Mumbai airport biggest hub of gold smuggling in India
Seizure of 604kg of smuggled gold worth Rs 360 crore at the Mumbai international airport in just 11 months has earned it the dubious distinction of being the country's number one airport in such hauls, overtaking Delhi at 374kg and Chennai's 306kg, the customs department has revealed. The seizure at Mumbai airport between April 2022 and February 2023 is also a sharp increase from 91kg in 2022-23. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SoMnbxT
PM to CBI: Don’t spare the corrupt, however powerful
PM Narendra Modi on Monday did not mince words while extending full backing to central probe agencies, saying the Centre doesn’t lack the “political will to fight corruption” and officers should act against the corrupt, however powerful, without hesitation. At a gathering to mark the 60th year of CBI, the PM asked officers not to be deterred by the power of the corrupt and the ecosystem created by them to tarnish the image of investigating agencies. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SoMnbxT
IPL: Ali, Ruturaj shine in CSK's triumphant homecoming
Off-spinner Moeen Ali hogged the limelight with his four-fer after Ruturaj Gaikwad and Devon Conway delighted the fans at Chepauk with a dazzling century opening stand as Chennai Super Kings registered a 12-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in a high-scoring Indian Premier League encounter in Chennai. Back at their home after four years, the four-time champions produced an all-round show to secure their first win of the season. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/SoMnbxT
Sunday, 2 April 2023
China approves extradition of wanted gangster Prasad Pujari
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Amritpal Singh hunt: CCTV footage missing from UP gurdwara
Security agency sleuths, who arrived in Pilibhit from Lucknow on Sunday to collect more information on the absconding Waris Punjab De leader Amritpal Singh and his aide Papalpreet Singh, found that CCTV footage up to the evening of March 25 at Mohanapur gurdwara "had gone missing", reports Keshav Agarwal. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/skp1WU8
Will hang rioters upside down if BJP returns in Bihar: Shah
Rioters in Bihar will be "hung upside down" if BJP returns to office in the state in 2025, home minister Amit Shah said Sunday while slamming the Nitish Kumar-led government for allegedly failing to check communal violence in Sasaram and Biharsharif, reports S B Sinha. "I pray for return of peace to Bihar. As there is no point in advising the government here, I called the governor. The law and order situation in Bihar is part of my brief," Shah said at a rally in Nawada district's Hisua. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/skp1WU8
IPL: Kohli, du Plessis help RCB brush aside MI
Chase master Virat Kohli smashed a scintillating unbeaten 82 while skipper Faf du Plessis dazzled with a 43-ball 73 as Royal Challengers Bangalore blew away five-time champions Mumbai Indians by 8 wickets in their season opener in Bangalore. The opening duo of Kohli and du Plessis was on demolition job as they made a mockery of the 172-run target. Both added a massive 148-run stand for the first wicket as Bangalore cruised to the victory target with 22 balls to spare. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/skp1WU8
Saturday, 1 April 2023
Now, database of 70 crore individuals up for sale
he 16cr data-heist bust in Noida eight days ago was just the tip of an iceberg with Cyberabad police on Saturday cracking down on another cartel, which had put up 70cr confidential data of individuals for sale on cloud. This time, the gang was operating from Faridabad. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/skp1WU8
Bhutan king on 3-day India visit from tomorrow
Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will travel to India from April 3 to 5 at the invitation of President Droupadi Murmu, the government announced on Saturday. The king, who will be accompanied by Bhutan's foreign minister and other senior officials, will hold meetings with Murmu and also PM Narendra Modi. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/skp1WU8
Above-normal temperatures likely in April-June: IMD
Most parts of northwest India, including Delhi-NCR, may not see a heatwave in April, mainly till the middle of the month, but the situation in east, central India and western parts of (coastal areas) Gujarat and Maharashtra will be difficult as these regions will face "above normal" temperatures and more number of heatwave days this month, said the India Meteorological Department on Saturday in its monthly outlook for the summer season. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/X8hTyiR
Sidhu walks out of jail, says 'democracy caught in fetters'
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IPL: Five star Wood fires LSG to crushing win over DC
Speedster Mark Wood bagged his first-ever Indian Premier League fifer as Lucknow Super Giants cruised to a comprehensive victory over Delhi Capitals in Match 3 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. Playing only his second IPL match and first for the Lucknow franchise, Wood wreaked havoc with his opening burst to rock Delhi Capitals in a steep chase of 194. Wood's three wickets in his first two overs completely rattled Delhi as they never recovered from there, finishing at 143 for 9 to lose the game by 50 runs. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/X8hTyiR
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