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You don’t tell us what is important, what is not: Mahua Moitra lashes out at Giriraj Singh over ‘thumka’ remark | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Coming down heavily on Union Minister Giriraj Singh over his 'thumka' remark against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra said on Thursday that "one whose Ministry has stolen Rs 7000 crore of MGNREGA wages from the poor should not speak on what is important or not." "You don't tell us what is important or what is not.Your Ministry has stolen Rs 7000 crores of MGNREGA wages from the poorest of the poor," Moitra who is facing the heat of the 'cash for query' allegations said while speaking to outside the Parliament.To Singh denying allegations levelled by the TMC against him, Moitra said, "He is such a liar. He used the word "thumke lagana" and then he said that he has not used such words. But he said it on record." Accusing the B...
Travel

Apple prepares new iPad models and MacBook Air for Spring next year – Times of India

Apple has plans to refresh its iPad and Mac lineup this coming Spring with several new models in tow. In early 2024, we could see a new iPad Air, iPad Pro, along with overhauled accessories. There is also a new MacBook Air coming in the works, slated for release early next year.Two new models of iPad are currently being developed for release in late March, as reported by Mark Gurmanof Bloomberg.The models are said to be the iPad Air and iPad Pro, and both will be available in two different sizes - a first for the iPad Air.Two new iPads with new Magic accessoriesiPad Air could have two sizes – 10.9 inches and 12.9 inches. This would be the first time that iPad Air is being made available in different screen sizes, and Gurman suggests that the aim behind this is to provide customers with ...
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Kochi airport parking goes hi-tech with FASTag; 10-minute concession for private vehicles to continue

The new arrangements will reduce the entry and exit time taken by vehicles at the airport gates. (file) | Photo Credit: PTI Entry fee for vehicles entering the Cochin international airport will be collected using FASTag. No vehicles will be able to enter the airport without Fastag. The entry fee has been fixed at ₹60 for the first 10 minutes. Up to two hours, the charges will be ₹100. An additional hour will cost ₹30 more. The long-term/per 24-hour charge will be ₹350, said a communication from the airport authority here on December 7 (Thursday). The 10-minute free facility for private vehicles will continue. However, these will be charged in the pattern of commercial vehicles for the following duration in which the parking facility is used. FASTag facilitation along with smart parking...
Live-in relationships a ‘deadly disease spreading evil in society’, Haryana BJP MP tells Parliament
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Live-in relationships a ‘deadly disease spreading evil in society’, Haryana BJP MP tells Parliament

New Delhi: A BJP legislator Thursday likened live-in relationships to a “deadly disease” and urged the central government to bring a law against such bonds, which he said were “destroying Indian culture”.Dharambir Singh, an MP from Haryana’s Bhiwani-Mahendergarh, told the Lok Sabha Thursday that this “disease” was also spreading hatred and evil in society. Raising the issue during a discussion on matters of urgent public importance, Singh said: “Duniya hame jis sabhyata aur sanskriti ke liye janti hain, agar yehi haal raha toh hamara culture dam tod dega aur unke (West) aur hamare me koi fark nahi rahega. (The civilisation and culture that India is known for will die if this practice continues and there won’t be any difference between the West and India).” Show...
Business

Fact Check: Unrelated Old Video Falsely Linked To Nov 29 Train Explosion In Russian Tunnel

The Verdict: [False] The video has been online since at least March, and reportedly depicts a gas pipeline blast in Pelym, an urban locality in Russia’s Sverdlovsk region. On November 29, a freight train transporting diesel fuel caught fire in Russia's longest tunnel. Within hours of the explosion inside the Severonomuisky tunnel, which is located in the Russian republic of Buryatia, a second explosion targeted another fuel-laden train crossing a 35-meter-high bridge while using an alternative route in the same area. According to several international news outlets, Ukraine's spy agency appears to be behind the explosions that caused damage to fuel tanks and rail lines.  What's the claim? Against the backdrop of these train explosions, a 10-second clip is circulating...
Politics

Revanth Reddy takes oath as chief minister of Telangana, becomes state’s 1st Congress CM

Hyderabad: Anumula Revanth Reddy on Thursday took oath as Chief Minister of Telangana, becoming the first Congress CM of the youngest state in India.Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan administered the oath of office to him at the the sprawling Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium in Hyderabad. Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu also took oath as the Deputy CM of the state that was formed in the year 2014. Show Full Article Governor Soundarajan also administered the oath of office to Gaddam Prasad Kumar as the Speaker of the Telangana Legislative Assembly. Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi who arrived in Hyderabad early this morning were also present for the swearing-in ceremony.Party leader Rahul...
Culture

Video | Israel Air Force, Army, Navy Attack South Gaza As Civilians Search For Safety

Israeli troops battled Hamas in the heart of southern Gaza's main city where a suspected mastermind of the October 7 attacks is believed to be hiding. Israel's Army, Air Force, and Navy have all launched an offensive in South Gaza forcing thousands of displaced civilians to seek shelter on the border and in a desolate seaside area of the besieged enclave. (Video Credit:IDF) Source link
Sports

New logo of ICC T20 World Cup unveiled ahead of 2024 editions | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday unveiled the new logo the ICC T20 World Cup for both men and women's editions next year."The pinnacle of international T20 cricket just got a vibrant makeover with the unveiling of the new visual identity for the ICC T20 World Cup. This global cricket spectacle, renowned for its fast-paced action and electrifying moments, will now be represented by a dynamic brand identity that captures the essence of the game's relentless energy," said ICC said in a statement issued on Thursday.The logo, a creative fusion of bat, ball, and energy, symbolises the core elements of international T20 cricket.The T20 lettering dynamically transforms into a swinging 'bat,' encapsulated within a dynamic 'ball.' This visual representation underscor...
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MP DElEd Result 2023 declared at mpresults.nic.in, direct link here – Times of India

MP DElEd 1st Year Result 2023: The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education has declared the MP DElEd -1st Year Main Examination Result 2023. Candidates who appeared in the Diploma in Elementary Education (1st Year) Examination 2023 can check their results from the official website at mpresults.nic.in.The MPBSE conducted the DElEd 1st Year Exam 2023 from August 17 to 28.Now, the board has announced the result. Candidates can check their results by simply logging in with their 'Roll Number' on the official portal. Alternatively, you can follow the below-mentioned steps to download the MP D.El.Ed 2023 Result.How to check MP DElEd Result 2023?Step 1. Visit the official website at mpresults.nic.inStep 2. On the homepage, click on the link that reads, "D.El.Ed - Ist Year main Examination ...
Sports

‘F**k off fixer’: Sreesanth reveals what Gautam Gambhir said to him during angry exchange

In an emotional video posted on his Instagram channel, S Sreesanth has revealed what Gautam Gambhir said to him during their angry exchange at a Legends League match between Gujarat Giants and India Capitals. “Fixer, fixer, you’re a fixer… you f**k off, fixer. He kept saying that,” revealed Sreesanth in an Instagram live video on his handle on Thursday. “He kept on calling me that, on live television on the centre of the wicket. This is the language he used on live TV. He also told the same thing in front of umpires as they tried to control him.” Sreesanth added: “I did not say a single bad word or an abusive word at him. I only kept saying ‘what are you saying?’ Then I laughed in a sarcastic way.” The incident had happened in the second over, when Gambhir hit a six and a four against...
India reiterates support for democracy in Myanmar as resistance groups step up fight against junta
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India reiterates support for democracy in Myanmar as resistance groups step up fight against junta

New Delhi: India has reiterated its support for the return of democracy in Myanmar, which has been under military rule since February 2021 after the junta toppled the civilian government of democracy torchbearer Aung San Suu Kyi.India held its 20th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) with Myanmar in New Delhi Wednesday, during which Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra and Myanmar Deputy Foreign Minister U Lwin Oo also discussed several other issues ranging from border security, transnational crimes to trade, connectivity and bilateral development projects. The meeting came after India expressed “concern” over the violence in the border last month, as Myanmar’s anti-military resistance forces attacked security outposts in the Chin state, which saw thousands cross over to India for saf...
Life Style

Singer Kelly Clarkson’s diet chart that helped her lose 18 KGs | – Times of India

Fans are curious about Kelly Clarkson's dramatic weight loss makeover and how the Stronger singer was able to shed 40 pounds so swiftly. Though many have conjectured that she may have turned to medications that aid in weight loss. According to OK!, a source close to Clarkson has verified that the American singer did not use any fake techniques. On her well-known talk show, the Since You've Been Gone singer has been showing off her trim figure and stylish ensembles after her most talked about weight loss. She did, however, acknowledge that Dr. Steven R. Gundry's book The Plant Paradox was the main source of her motivation to alter her diet and way of life. "I read this book literally because I had an autoimmune condition and a thyroid problem, and now all of my numbers are back up,” she ...
Politics

Pneumonia Cases Not Linked to Surge In China: AIIMS Delhi Clarifies Reports

Several pneumonia cases have been reported in the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, of late, but these are not linked to the recent surge in respiratory infections in children, the Government of India said in a statement dated December 7, 2023. The Government also stated that media reports which claimed that the bacteria cases of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma are linked to the recent surge in Pneumonia cases in China are "misleading", "inaccurate", and "ill-informed".  As many as seven cases were identified in AIIMS Delhi, but none have a link to the recent surge in respiratory infections in children reported from certain regions of the world, including China. Check out below Health Tools-Calculate Your Body Mass Index ( BMI )Cal...
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BMW, gold, land: Kerala doctor accused of abetting junior colleague’s suicide arrested | Thiruvananthapuram News – Times of India

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Thiruvananthapuram Medical College police on Thursday arrested a young doctor after a junior doctor committed suicide over alleged dowry harassment. The deceased was a post-graduate student at the medical college hospital in Thiruvananthapuram.Dr EA Ruwise, a Karunagappally native, was arrested from his house in connection with the death of Dr Shahna, 26, of Naza Manzil at Manickal. Ruwise was also suspended from service by the health department over the incident, informed sources.The couple were in a relationship and their families also held discussions over their marriage. However, the accused allegedly backed off from the marriage after her family refused their hefty dowry demand.Ruwise will soon be produced before a court and police said they have collected a...
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Russian lawmakers set presidential vote for March 17, 2024, clearing a path for Putin’s 5th term – Times of India

MOSCOW: Russian lawmakers on Thursday set the date of the 2024 presidential election for March 17, moving Vladimir Putin closer to a fifth term in office.Putin, 71, hasn't yet announced his intention to run again, but he is widely expected to do so in the coming days now that the date has been set.Under constitutional reforms he orchestrated, he is eligible to seek two more six-year terms after his current one expires next year.Having established tight control over Russia's political system, Putin's victory is all but assured. Prominent critics who could challenge him on the ballot are either in jail or living abroad, and most independent media have been banned.Neither the costly, drawn-out military campaign in Ukraine, nor a failed rebellion last summer by mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigo...
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I-T Officials Raid Boudh Distilleries In Odisha On Tax Evasion Allegations: Report

The Income Tax (I-T) Department conducted raids at the Boudh Distilleries Private Limited in Odisha on Wednesday and recovered huge amounts of cash in two days. The authorities raided the liquor manufacturing company due to allegations of tax evasion.  The raids were conducted at Bolangir and Sambalpur in Odisha and Ranchi, and Lohardaga in Jharkhand, officials revealed as reported by ANI. The amount of cash recovered till Wednesday stood at up to Rs 50 crore, after which the machines stopped working since the amount of cash was so high, the agency stated.  Income Tax (I-T) Department conducted raids at Boudh Distilleries Private Limited in Odisha and Jharkhand and recovered huge cache of currency notes from the premises linked to the company till yesterday. Acco...
Sports

Manika Batra eyes improve performance in Paris Olympics: I am happy but not satisfied | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India's top female paddlers, Manika Batra has recently achieved a remarkable career-high milestone, securing 31st slot in the ITTF world rankings. She is currently ranked 36th in the latest list. Her stellar performance at the WTT Champions tournament in Frankfurt, where she advanced to the round of 16, added another feather to her successful career.Despite a formidable clash in the round of 16 against China's Wang Yidi, resulting in a 0-3 defeat, Batra's journey in Frankfurt was marked by a thrilling victory over Hong Kong's Doo Hoi Kem in the round of 32, triumphing 3-2. As a result, Manika stands as the sole Indian representative within the top 50 rankings in women's singles.In an exclusive chat with TimesofIndia.com, the 28-year-old Delhi-born TT star delved into her rise...
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New chapter in history of Telangana: Congress MPs ahead of Revanth Reddy’s swearing-in as CM | India News – Times of India

HYDERABAD: Ahead of the grand swearing-in ceremony of Telangana's new Chief Minister, Revanth Reddy, Congress leaders on Thursday expressed their excitement and said that this will be a new chapter in the history of Telangana. Speaking to ANI, Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda said, "Congress' win in Telangana is a victory of the party's policies.""It is a victory of Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and Kharge ji.It's a victory of the struggle by Revanth Reddy. I have full faith that this will be a new chapter in the history of Telangana," he said.Another Congress leader and MP, K Suresh said that the first agenda of the Telangana government is to implement six guarantees that were promised in the election rallies by Congress leaders. "During the election campaign, we promise...
Culture

Video | “India Will Be Asia-Pacific’s Growth Engine”: S&P Global Top Official To NDTV

As per the latest report by S&P Global titled, 'China Slows, India Grows', India and not China, will be Asia-Pacific's growth engine. The study mentions the deepening property sector woes in China. In an exclusive interaction with Pulkit Agarwal, Head Of India Content, S&P Global Commodity Insights on the study conducted and the optimistic outlook on the Indian economy going forward. Source link
Science

Report Reveals ‘Catastrophic Loss’ To Himalayan Glaciers ‘Even at 2°C’ – The Wire Science

The Hindu Kush Himalaya. Photo: davric/Wikimedia Commons, public domain Mountainous regions such as the Hindu Kush Himalayas are facing severe consequences from climate change. Scientists are calling for more attention to be paid to the region, as COP28’s climate negotiations get underway in Dubai. A new report by the International Cryosphere Climate Initiative (ICCI) warns of severe consequences for millions – as well as irreversible damage to glacial areas – if the global average temperature rise reaches two degrees Celsius. This represents the upper temperature limit agreed upon under the Paris Agreement. New developments in cryosphere research have led the report’s authors to declare that the Paris Agreement’s goal is outdated: “1.5C is the only option”. B...