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Fans were more desperate for the trophy than us, says Rohit

The T20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma holds the Indian tricolour during open bus victory parade, in Mumbai, on July 4, 2024. | Photo Credit: PTI Rohit Sharma, India’s T20 World Cup-winning captain, thanked all the Indian cricket fans for supporting the team during its campaign. “On behalf of my team and the BCCI, I would like to thank the fans! Ever since we have reached India, we have seen how much it means to them. For the last 11 years, they have wanted the trophy back in India!,” Rohit said while addressing a choc-a-bloc Wankhede Stadium. Team India victory parade highlights: Indian team feted at Wankhede after open-bus parade “As much desperation we had to win the trophy, the fans had it a bit more. This team is special and I am lucky to have the chan...
UK Labour Returns To Power After 14 Years, Conservatives Concede Defeat
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UK Labour Returns To Power After 14 Years, Conservatives Concede Defeat

The UK's Labour Party swept to power after winning the country's general election, crossing the 326-seat threshold for a working majority in the House of Commons. The UK's Labour Party swept to power after winning the country's general election, crossing the 326-seat threshold for a working majority in the House of Commons.    
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“Rishi Sunak Bears Responsibility For Defeat”: UK MP Jo Johnson To NDTV

From 'Worst campaign in British political history', to 'whatever Sunak's game plan was', Conservative MP Jo Joshnson blasts former PM Rishi Sunak for the devastating loss his party faced today. Johnson speaks to NDTV about the 'sombering night' ahead for the Tories, and the difficult road ahead. Johnson imagines the coming weeks will challenge the Conservative Party with a 'battle of identities' as people's ambitions take over. He is also apprehensive about how many Conservatives will actually be left in the House of Commons in coming weeks. The UK's Labour Party swept to power after winning the country's general election, crossing the 326-seat threshold for a working majority in the House of Commons. Keir Starmer will be Britain's next prime minister with his centre left Labour Party expe...
Sports

Team India’s victory parade: 11 sustain injuries, admitted to hospital

Massive crowd of fans during the Indian T20 cricket team’s World Cup 2024 victory parade, at Vijay Merchant Pavilion in Mumbai on Thursday, May 4, 2024. | Photo Credit: ANI At least 11 persons were rushed to hospitals for sustaining minor injuries or feeling dizzy after a massive crowd gathered along the route of the victory parade of the T-20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team in South Mumbai, an official said on Friday, July 5, 2024. Also read: PM Modi hosts T20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket teamNine were admitted to the state-run GT Hospital for suffering injuries or complaining of breathing difficulties due to excessive crowding. They are now in a stable condition, said the dean of JJ Group of Hospitals. Officials said one fan was taken to the government-run St George’s Hospi...
Politics

1981 Indian airlines plane hijacker found dead in Pakistan – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Gajinder Singh, a wanted terrorist and fugitive hijacker of an Indian Airlines (IA) flight to Lahore in 1981, is learnt to have died in Pakistan. While the circumstances leading to his death are not clear, it is believed that he suffered a massive cardiac arrest. Singh was placed on the list of 20 most-wanted terrorists in 2002. He was among the five terrorists who had hijacked an IA plane carrying 111 passengers and six crew members on September 29, 1981.They forced it to land in Lahore, demanding the release of Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and several other Khalistani extremists.Singh was also the co-founder of terrorist outfit Dal Khalsa and actively involved in anti-India activities till recently. var _mfq = window._mfq || []; _mfq.push(["setVariable", "toi_titan", window.l...
Politics

INDW vs SAW 1st T20 Live-Streaming, Telecast: When, Where To Watch India vs South Africa Match?

INDW vs SAW 1st T20 Live-Streaming & Telecast: India Women (INDW) will take on South Africa Women (SAW) in the first T20 of the three-match series in Chennai. This will be the final leg of South Africa’s tour to India that saw three ODIs being played and a one-off test already. Harmanpreet Kaur-led India have been too tough a side for the Proteas as the Laura Wolvaardt-led side have not been able to win a single match on the tour so far. India clean-sweeped South Africa by 3-0 in the ODIs and then won the one-off test by 10 wickets. As they gear up to face each other in the T20I format, let’s have a look at all the crucial details for the INDW vs SAW 1st T20 match: ALSO ON ABP Live | 'Cried And Hugged': Virat Kohli Reflects On Emotional Journey With ...
Politics

Justin Bieber Touches Down In Mumbai For Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant’s Sangeet, See All Pics

Bieber was surrounded by security when he was seen leaving the airport.He was dressed in a pink sweatshirt and a red bucket hat, which has been his signature look.Justin turned away from the paparazzi and quickly headed to his car.This will be his second performance in India, after the controversial 2017 show.The singer was caught lip-syncing during his whole set.According to a report in the Portuguese web LeoDias, Justin has been compensated well for his performance.Justin reportedly comes at a cost of ₹83 crore or $10 million.Meanwhile, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are set to tie the knot on July 12. Published at : 05 Jul 2024 10:08 AM (IST) ...
Business

Pakistan To Ban Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, YouTube For 6 Days. Here’s Why

The Pakistan government is set to ban all social media platforms — Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube — for six days from July 13 to 18 during Muharram. Previously, the Pakistan government imposed the ban for four months on ‘X’. The Pakistan government cited the need to control “hate material” during the holy month to justify its decision, reported news agency PTI.  Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's Cabinet committee has recommended the social media ban in the province of over 120 million people to "control hate material, misinformation to avoid sectarian violence", according to a Punjab government notification issued in Lahore late Thursday night. The Punjab government requested that Shehbaz Sharif’s (her uncle) central government noti...
Politics

Historic defeat for Tories in UK polls: How Rishi Sunak became the ‘fall guy’ – Times of India

Keir Starmer is set to become the next prime minister of Britain, as his centre left Labour Party is projected to secure a substantial majority in the parliamentary elections. This victory will conclude 14 years of often turbulent Conservative rule. Calling it a "difficult night," British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Friday conceded defeat in the UK parliamentary elections, saying the opposition Labour Party had won."The Labour Party has won this general election and I have called Sir Keir Starmer to congratulate him on his victory," Sunak said after winning his parliamentary seat in northern England.‘I am sorry’: Rishi Sunak claims responsibility for historic Tory defeatThe landslide win of the Labour Party is a seismic realignment in the UK politics. Here are some of the factors behi...
Sports

Virat Kohli: ‘I’ll sign the petition to name Jasprit Bumrah eighth wonder of the world’

At Team India’s felicitation in front of a packed Wankhede Stadium, Virat Kohli was asked if he would sign a petition to call Jasprit Bumrah a national treasure and the eighth wonder of the world. The former Indian captain and the player of the match of the T20 World Cup final was quick to respond, “I’ll sign the petition now.” Kohli heaped praise of India’s player of the tournament, who snapped 15 wickets to help architect India’s first ICC tournament win in 11 years. “Let him decide what he wants to do with his schedule. We want him to play as long as possible. He’s a once in a generation bowler and we’re so glad he plays for us,” Kohli said. India’s Jasprit Bumrah celebrates with the winners’ trophy after India won the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final cricket match against South Africa...
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Watch: Lionel Messi misses opening penalty during shoot-out as Argentina dodge Copa America elimination scare – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Despite Lionel Messi's uncharacteristic penalty miss, Emiliano Martinez's exceptional saves ensured Argentina's progression in the Copa America 2024.Martinez's heroic performance in the penalty shootout was the defining moment as Argentina overcame a resilient Ecuador to secure a spot in the semi-finals. The match itself was a closely contested affair, with Ecuador displaying a commendable performance against the defending champions.They created several promising opportunities in the first half, with Moises Caicedo and Jeremy Sarmiento testing Martinez's reflexes. Argentina gradually gained control and took the lead through Lisandro Martinez's powerful header from a Messi corner.Ecuador's determination was rewarded in stoppage time when Kevin Rodriguez's glancing header force...
Sports

Team India victory parade: Love showered on Rohit Sharma’s boys at Wankhede stadium | Cricket News – Times of India

MUMBAI: "Mumbai never disappoints". Those words of Rohit Sharma aptly summed up the reception Mumbaikars dished out to his T20 World Cup winning squad - at the Marine Drive and then at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. Seven months ago, the man from Mumbai was distraught as he left the field, teary eyed, after India lost in the final of the ODI World Cup at Ahmedabad.Since lifting the trophy in Bridgetown last Saturday, the smile hasn't left his face. It continued Thursday as well, as he led the celebrations and soaked in the jubilant atmosphere in his hometown, on his home turf.One would have thought the team would be tired after a long flight from Barbados to Delhi for a meeting with PM Narendra Modi and then to Mumbai but as Rohit said that "he wants to enjoy every minute, every seco...
Politics

Odisha govt forms new committee to supervise Ratna Bhandar inventory | India News – Times of India

BHUBANESWAR: The Mohan Majhi govt on Thursday constituted a new committee to supervise the inventory of Puri Jagannath Temple’s Ratna Bhandar (treasury), dissolving a 12-member panel that was set up by the previous govt in February this year.Retired Orissa high court judge Biswanath Rath will head the new committee to supervise the inventory, which was last carried out in 1978. “The wait and mystery surrounding the Ratna Bhandar for the last 46 years is going to end soon. The govt has formed a new 16-member committee to draw modalities for Ratna Bhandar’s inventory. The committee will hold its first meeting on Saturday,” state law minister Prithiviraj Harichandan said, adding that the audit would start a few days after Rath Yatra, which will be observed on Sunday.Retired IAS officer Jag...
Politics

‘I Am Sorry’: Rishi Sunak Concedes Defeat In UK Elections, Paves Way For Keir Starmer To 10 Dow

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak conceded defeat in the UK elections on Thursday as the rival Labour Party crossed the halfway mark of 326 seats, paving way for leader Keir Starmer to the 10 Downing Street. "Labour has won this election... I’m sorry," Sunak said adding that he's called Starmer to congratulate him.   #BREAKING Rishi Sunak concedes defeat in UK general election pic.twitter.com/Pe8jOwfqCW — AFP News Agency (@AFP) July 5, 2024 Source link
Politics

New KELSA member secretary

C.S. Mohit assumed charge as member secretary of the Kerala State Legal Services Authority (KELSA). He had earlier served as judge of the Labour Court, Ernakulam, and Additional District Judge, Mavelikara. He had also served as secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, Ernakulam. Source link
Entertainment

Imran Khan reacts as netizens get emotional seeing the cast of ‘Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na’ sing the song on it’s 16th anniversary, file petition for re-release – WATCH video | Hindi Movie News – Times of India

‘Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Na’ which was Imran Khan’s debut in the industry continues to be memorable over the years. Imran and Genelia D’souza’s chemistry and bonding as Jai and Aditi, along with the friendship shown in the film and the music conitnue to make people emotional! The film which released on July 4 in 2008, has completed 16 years now and on the occasion, the makers dropped a video of the cast singing the iconic song ‘Tera Mujhse Hai Pehle Ka Naata Koi...Jaane Tu..’.One sees how all the actors look now as they sing this song but this video has made the internet all emotional.Netizens want to start a petition for the re-release of the movie now. In this video, apart from Imran and Genelia, one sees Manjari Fadnis, Sugandha, Murli Sharma, Alishka Varde Singh, Karan Makhija, Nirav Me...
Travel

FMGE exam tomorrow, question paper out for sale on social media – Times of India

Thiruvananthapuram, The Kerala Cyber Police registered a case on Thursday, 4 July. after an announcement was made on social media that the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) question paper and answer key were for sale. After completing MBBS studies abroad, those who wish to practice in India are required to pass the FMGE conducted by the National Board of Examinations.FMGE exam is scheduled to take place tommorow, 6 July. A state police spokesperson said that the City Cyber Crime Police in Thiruvananthapuram have registered a case against groups that advertised the sale of question papers for the July 6 exam on Telegram groups. The case was registered under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act 2024, making it the first case of its kind in the state to be reg...
Business

Who Is Keir Starmer? All About The Labour Leader Poised To Be Next UK PM

With Labour party inching towards a historic win in the UK elections, dethroning Rishi Sunak’s Conservative party after 14 years in power, all eyes are trained on Keir Starmer-- the leader of Centre-Left Labour party-- who is likely to be Britain’s next prime minister.Sixty-one-year old Starmer, who was elected to parliament just nine years ago, is set to be the oldest person to become British prime minister in almost half a century. The married father-of-two is being seen as the 'most modern politicians', according to a report by news agency AFP, which attributed the claim to Starmer's "long and distinguished career before becoming an MP" and his views which "are rooted in pragmatism rather than ideology." During his campaign, Starmer repeatedly said "W...
Opinion

‘There’s no pure European culture,’ says Josephine Quinn, author of How the World Made the West

An eye emergency led historian Josephine Quinn to ponder over what she wanted to say in her next book. “I thought what if I lose my vision... and decided to summarise my learning from teaching history for two decades.” How the World Made the West is an ambitious book, which moves away from a narrative focused solely on the Greeks and Romans, to conclude that their histories are rooted in other places and even older peoples. On the sidelines of the Jaipur Literature Festival, Quinn explained why connections, not civilisations, drive historical change. Edited excerpts: Statue of ancient Greek philosopher Plato in Athens. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Why are you convinced that a narrative of the past focussed only on the Greeks and Romans impoverishes an understanding of the wo...
Life Style

Psychologist vs psychiatrist: What’s the difference | – Times of India

Mental health is of prime importance and off late people have started realizing its importance. Psychologists and psychiatrists play crucial roles in addressing mental health needs. Psychologists specialize in psychotherapy and psychological assessment, helping individuals cope with emotional challenges, behavioral issues, and mental disorders through evidence-based interventions.Psychiatrists focus on diagnosing and treating complex mental illnesses. Psychologists and psychiatrists are both professionals who specialize in mental health, but they differ significantly in their training, approaches, and scope of practice. Psychologists have an advanced degree in psychologyPsychologists are trained in understanding human behavior, emotions, and mental processes through scientific research ...
Microsoft layoffs: Fresh job cuts across verticals at Satya Nadella company for ‘growth’
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Microsoft layoffs: Fresh job cuts across verticals at Satya Nadella company for ‘growth’

Microsoft has not disclosed the number of employees that have been impacted in the latest round of job cuts. ​Microsoft has not disclosed the number of employees that have been impacted in the latest round of job cuts.  business 
Bitcoin drops for fourth day as global stocks hit records
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Bitcoin drops for fourth day as global stocks hit records

Bitcoin shed 2.5% to change hands at about $56,870 as of 9:25 a.m. Friday in Singapore, while smaller coins like Ether and XRP also nursed losses. ​Bitcoin shed 2.5% to change hands at about $56,870 as of 9:25 a.m. Friday in Singapore, while smaller coins like Ether and XRP also nursed losses.  business 
Sports

As Kohli tears up, SKY soaks it in, Team India get a Mumbai Salaam

What must it feel like to be Rohit Sharma tonight? To hear his name reverberating at the Wankhede Stadium in the same rhythm as “Sachin, Sachin!”. To receive a standing ovation from his own T20 World Cup-winning teammates.Or to be Virat Kohli. On the ground where he carried Sachin Tendulkar on his shoulders 13 years ago, the chants of fans were enough for Kohli to tear up. Or even Hardik Pandya. Booed relentlessly in Mumbai Indians’ hues of blue just three months ago. Tonight, they couldn’t stop singing his name. Pandya smiled and waved back; almost like the two parties putting the chapter behind them. Everything was forgiven and forgotten. Put simply, what would it feel like to be one of the Men in Blue. The world at their feet, lakhs queuing on the streets of Mumbai for them and thous...
Politics

TIMES TOP10: Baba is MIA

5 THINGS FIRSTDelhi HC to hear Arvind Kejriwal’s bail plea in CBI case connected to the excise policy matter; Govt bonds worth Rs 28,000 crore up for sale; Iran Presidential elections; First T20I Women: India vs South Africa in Chennai; Euro 2024 – Quarter Final: Germany vs Spain1. Hathras stampede: Six held, but no mention of baba in FIRCrackdownThe Uttar Pradesh Police on Thursday arrested six persons, including two women, who had organised the religious gathering in Hathras district, where a stampede on Tuesday killed 121 persons and injured several others.The incident took place at a gathering convened by religious preacher Narayan Saakar Hari, popularly known as Bhole Baba, at Fulrai village in Sikandra Rao tehsil.In the dockAligarh Inspector-General of Police Shalabh Mathur said t...
Did Suryakumar Yadav flick the boundary cushion? Fresh video of T20WC-winning catch shuts controversy once and for all
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Did Suryakumar Yadav flick the boundary cushion? Fresh video of T20WC-winning catch shuts controversy once and for all

Days after South Africa legend Shaun Pollock denied the controversy, a fresh video of the boundary catch ended the debate, once and for all. ​Days after South Africa legend Shaun Pollock denied the controversy, a fresh video of the boundary catch ended the debate, once and for all.  cricket