Day: October 7, 2024

Video | Satellite Images Show How Gaza Was Reduced To Rubble In A Year

On October 7, 2023, Hamas - a militant group that controlled Gaza - crossed over into Israel and launched 'Operation Al Aqsa Flood', a deadly terror attack, that killed over 1,200 people across the country. Israel was caught off-guard. Hamas operatives fired over 5,000 rockets, they came through paragliders, broke the Gaza wall and went on a killing spree. Israel responded with an air-ground invasion of Gaza, which has killed over 40,000 since last year.Source link

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Video | A Year of Unprecedented Destruction and Humanitarian Crisis

One year after the outbreak of war, Gaza lies in ruins, with over 41,000 lives lost, 90% of its population displaced, and critical infrastructure devastated. The ongoing humanitarian crisis raises urgent questions about rebuilding amidst overwhelming challenges.Source link

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BJP To Continue Winning Streak In Haryana? Will NC-Cong Form Govt In J&K? All Eyes On Tuesday

October 8 is a big day for Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir where the results of the assembly polls will be announced on Tuesday. The election results, which will start unfolding with the initial trends from 8 am, will decide the fate of Haryana and the UT for the next five years. In Haryana, the BJP has been eyeing a third consecutive term for Nayab Singh Saini, while the Congress is all set to challenge the BJP and wrest control of the northern state. While the post-poll surveys have shown a majority for the Congress, political parties and leaders wait for the D-Day. ALSO READ | Who Will Be Next Haryana Chief Minister? Congress, BJP Will Be Faced With Tough Choices All preparations, including security arrangements, have been completed for the counting process which begins at 8 am on Tuesd...

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India and fielding — from flashes of brilliance to a consistent sparkle

“No great thing is created suddenly.” So said Epictetus, the Greek philosopher born into slavery and who was influenced, among others, by Socrates and Hippocrates.Epictetus was certainly not referring to fielding and/or catching when he made that remark. He was a stoic philosopher who taught that it was ‘most important to know oneself and have internal control over thoughts and emotions’. These tenets are keys to success in any walk of life, so why not transpose them to cricket too, in general, and to fielding, more specifically? The era of picking extraordinary batters alone or exceptional bowlers alone, even if they were downright poor fielders, is long past. Even before the 20-over bug bit the sport in the first half of the 2000s, fielding had come to be accepted as a third crucial disc...

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Business

Doctor In Russia Arrested For ‘Devil Worship’, Promoting Same-Sex Relations: FSB

A medic was arrested on charges of "Satanism" and "promoting same-sex relationships," on Monday in Moscow, Russia amid its legal crackdown on LGBTQ rights in the name of protecting "traditional family values." For years, Moscow has fostered a hostile for LGBTQ individuals. This environment has worsened significantly since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. The FSB, Russia's powerful security agency, announced the arrest of a medical institution's head in the central Ulyanovsk region, accusing him of "devil worship." ALSO READ | Karnataka Cleric Arrested For Inciting Brother To Rape Minor Sister, Raping Her On Pretext Of Exorcism Such claims from state authorities are unusual, but as Russia becomes more socially conservative, the influence of the Orthodox Church has grown. "In the course of o...

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Video | Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital Rape-Murder Horror: CBI Says Civic Volunteer Raped Doctor

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has charged Sanjoy Roy, who used to work with Kolkata Police as a contractual staff, with the rape and murder of an on-duty woman doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The accused civic volunteer had allegedly committed the crime when the doctor had gone to rest in the hospital's seminar room during a break, said officials. The statements of about 200 people have been recorded in the charge sheet that names Roy as the main accused, according to CBI sources. It is still under investigation if there were multiple suspects and if this was a gang rape case, they added. Trinamool congress claims they have been vindicated as Kolkata police arrested the accused the next day.Source link

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Fact Check: Viral Video Claiming To Show ‘NH-44’ In Jammu & Kashmir Is Actually From China

The Verdict [False]The video features China’s Beipanjiang Bridge, which connects Yunnan and Guizhou provinces, and is unrelated to Jammu and Kashmir in India.What is the claim? Social media users have shared aerial footage claiming to show a bridge on Jammu and Kashmir’s National Highway 44 (NH-44). The 14-second video includes overlaid text with names of various towns and cities in Jammu and Kashmir, such as Leh, Patnitop, Baramulla, and Samba. A verified user on X (formerly Twitter), Explore Bharat, shared the video with the caption: “Jammu & Kashmir NH 44, Jai Hind (sic).” The post garnered approximately 3,800 shares and 16,000 likes. Divya Bhaskar, a Gujarati-language daily, also shared the video, claiming it is from Jammu and Kashmir. Archived versions of similar claims can b...

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Entertainment

Ameesha Patel cheers for Ajay Devgn starrer Singham Again trailer: ‘Five Tara Singhs, 2000 crore pakka’ – See post | – Times of India

The trailer release of Rohit Shetty starrer 'Singham Again' has raised the level of anticipation amongst the fans. Compliments have been pouring in from all sides for the sneak peek of the movie.Among the many reactions, Gadar 2 star Ameesha Patel gave a special mention to the film, expressing her excitement and support.Check out the post here:She wrote, 'Saw the trailer of Singham Again.Fire . When Tara went to bring back his Sakina in Gadar, it set the box office on fire. Now Bajirao will go get his Sita, and the box office will explode again. Gadar had one Tara and one Sakina, and it crossed 500 crores in the Hindi belt alone. Singham Again has five Tara Singhs, so 2000 crores is guaranteed!'The trailer features numerous thrilling moments, showcasing Rohit Shetty's trademark action, inc...

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Ola Electric Gets Central Agency’s Notice Over Service Deficiencies, Misleading Ads: Report

The Union government has reportedly intervened to address mounting consumer grievances against e-scooter manufacturer Ola Electric. The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has taken cognisance of thousands of complaints regarding service deficiencies, issuing a showcause notice to the company, Business Today TV reported citing government sources. The showcause notice, dated 3 October, highlighted that Ola Electric "appears to be in violation of several provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019," including deficiencies in services, misleading advertisements, unfair trade practices, and violations of consumer rights. The company has been given 15 days from the receipt of the notice to respond, Business Today TV's report stated. The National Consumer Helpline (NCH), operated by...

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Women’s T20 World Cup: Sophie Ecclestone shines as England crush South Africa by 7 wickets | Cricket News – Times of India

England vs South Africa (AP Photo) SHARJAH: England put up an all-round show to outplay South Africa by seven wickets for their second successive win in the Women's T20 World Cup here on Monday. England's four-pronged spin attack led by Sophie Ecclestone (2/15) strangulated South Africa in the death overs to restrict them to 124/6 after they opted to bat on a tricky wicket. In reply, England lost two wickets inside nine overs, but thereafter opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge (43 off 43) and Nat Sciver-Brunt (48 not out from 36b; 6x4) took complete control of the chase, romping home with four balls to spare. The duo put together a match-winning 64-run partnership that came off just 55 balls.Danni got stumped against the run of play. But by then the equation had boiled down to 11 from 12 balls, and ...

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Melania: What Donald Trump and Barron said about bestseller before release – Times of India

The memoir of former first lady Melania Trump will be released tomorrow but it became number one bestseller on Amazon in the last week of September through preorders. As reviewed by the New York Times, the memoir is slim and full of obfuscations and reads more like her CV as it is not confessional and leaves out more than it includes. But if there is one thing clear from the memoir that is her love for Barron Trump. And there is only one review on the black cover and that is from Donald Trump with a mention of Barron. “Melania’s commitment to excellence starts with her family,” former President Donald J. Trump wrote, “which Barron and I cherish deeply.”The memoir has many mentions of Barron Trump -- how he was bullied for the fake online claims that he was autistic. Melania said that episo...

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From triumph to tears in 47 seconds! Lionel Messi’s nightmarish Argentina debut | Football News – Times of India

Lionel Messi. (Pic Credit - X) Lionel Messi’s international debut for Argentina in 2005 is often remembered as a nightmare beginning for the player who would go on to become one of the greatest footballers of all time. At just 18 years old, Messi was called up to the senior national team for a friendly match against Hungary at the Puskas Stadium in Budapest on August 17, 2005. Expectations were high as the young prodigy, already making waves at Barcelona, was seen as Argentina’s next big footballing hope.However, Messi’s debut turned out to be far from the fairytale start many had anticipated. Brought on as a substitute in the second half, Messi’s time on the field was shockingly short-lived. Just two minutes after entering the game, Messi received the ball and attempted to dribble past Hu...

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Israeli Military Fires Over 120 In Southern Lebanon, Hamas, Hezbollah Launch Rockets At Israel

"The IAF (air force) conducted an extensive aerial operation and struck over 120 terror targets in southern Lebanon within an hour," the military said in a statement, according to AFP. The Israeli military further said that the targets belonged to the group's elite Radwan forces and other units. The attack on Lebanon comes on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks last year, when Hamas launched an unprecedented strike on Israel. Hezbollah also said that it targeted areas north of Israeli city of Haifa, a day after an attack on the northern Israeli city wounded over 10 people, according to Al Jazeera. Meanwhile, air raid sirens echoed across central Israel, including Tel Aviv, after surface-to-surface missiles were fired from Yemen. Israel did not mention who fired the missile, but Iran...

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‘Freedom and confidence led to success’: Rahane on Mumbai’s Irani Cup win as team awarded Rs 1 crore | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane underscored the significance of granting players 'freedom' and 'confidence.' This comes as the Mumbai team was awarded Rs 1 crore by the Mumbai Cricket Association for their remarkable Irani Cup victory.Rahane led Mumbai to end a 27-year drought in the tournament, securing a win against the Rest of India team based on the first-innings lead last week in Lucknow.In addition to the BCCI's prize of Rs 50 lakh, the MCA announced an additional Rs 1 crore at a felicitation ceremony on Monday, as revealed by MCA secretary Abhay Hadap."There is no secret to success. I am a firm believer of the thought that this game is not for individuals, there are 11 players playing and 4-5 are sitting outside. All the players are equally important," Rahane said wh...

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Video | Watch: Leopard Tries To Enter Safari Bus After Leaping Through Window

A leopard safari at Bannerghatta National Park near the Bannerghatta National Park in Karnataka turned adventurous for a group of tourists after the wild animal leapt at the window of their bus, leaving them stunned.A video of the thrilling moment which has now gone viral on social media platforms showed the animal not only trying to climb up but also peeking at the terrified passengers through the window.Source link

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Watch: Coach turns fielder as JP Duminy saves runs for South Africa against Ireland | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: South Africa's batting coach JP Duminy made an unexpected return to the field during the third and final ODI against Ireland in Abu Dhabi on Monday.Known for his distinguished international career before retiring from all formats of cricket in July 2019, Duminy was called upon to fill in as a substitute fielder due to fatigue and heat exhaustion affecting some of South Africa's players.The intense desert heat left several of the team's regular fielders struggling, prompting the team to look for immediate reinforcements.While it's unusual for a coach to step onto the field in an active game, Duminy’s experience and fitness made him an ideal candidate to temporarily fill the gap.Watch:His presence on the field added an interesting piece to the game, showing his willingness to step...

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Govt. suspends official over alleged irregularities in procurements during COVID-19

PPE kits kept for sale outside shops during the pandemic. | Photo Credit: file photo The State government has suspended Raghu G.P., a former financial adviser to the Department of Medical Education, over alleged irregularities in the procurement of PPE kits and other essential equipment during COVID-19.Transparency ActMr. Raghu, who was financial adviser at the Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology in Bengaluru at the time of his suspension, was found to have violated norms outlined in the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurement Act, according to the Government Order (GO) issued on Monday.The GO cited dereliction of duty, as revealed in a report submitted by a committee that probed the procurement discrepancies during the pandemic.The official order stated: “Upon review of the investi...

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Atishi Shifts To 6 Flagstaff Road Bungalow As Arvind Kejriwal Vacates CM Residence

New Delhi: Chief Minister Atishi shifted to bungalow number 6 on Flagstaff Road in north Delhi's Civil Lines on Monday, days after her predecessor Arvind Kejriwal vacated it and moved to a new address in Lutyens' Delhi, officials said. Hours after the chief minister shifted to a new residence, the BJP claimed that the bungalow is yet to be handed over to the public works department for fresh allocation. There was no immediate reaction to the BJP's allegations from the CM's office or the ruling Aam Aadmi Party. The chief minister interacted with the staff of the CM's residence, in an introductory meeting in the afternoon on Monday, after shifting to the new bungalow. Earlier, her personal effects and other belongings were shifted to her new home in a small goods carrier. Sharing a purported...

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Emraan Hashmi Gets Injured While Shooting Action Sequence For ‘Godachari 2’

In August this year, Adivi Sesh announced that actor Emraan Hashmi had joined the cast of 'Godachari 2', generating much excitement among fans eager to see the collaboration unfold on the big screen. Soon after the announcement, Emraan began filming but unfortunately sustained serious injuries on set. Pictures shared on social media showed a deep cut on his neck, with visible blood. Emraan Hashmi gets injured during Godachari 2 shoot According to sources, the injury occurred during a jumping scene. Sources from the production revealed, "Emraan was filming an action sequence for the movie when he hurt his neck, likely during a jump." The 'Murder' actor is currently shooting for the film in Hyderabad.Emraan Hashmi's Work Front 'Godachari 2' marks Emraan Hashmi's second Telugu film alongsid...

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J-K Polls: Will 5 LG-Nominated MLAs Tip Scales In Favour Of BJP In Hung Assembly Scenario?

Jammu-Kashmir Election 2024: A heated debate has erupted over Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha's power to nominate five members to the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on the eve of the vote count. The Jammu and Kashmir unit of BJP claimed that all five nominated members will come from its ranks, signalling an advantage to the party for the upcoming government formation in the union territory. BJP Vice-President Sofi Yusuf revealed the names of the nominees: Ashok Kaul, Rajni Sethi, Sunil Sethi, Dr Fareeda Khan, and Sanjita Dogra. He emphasised that, with the BJP in power at the Centre, the decision to nominate party members had already been made. "Thappa lag gya hai (It has been confirmed)," he could be heard saying to media in a video posted by J&K Congress as the party termed the move an "...

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India set to participate in Hong Kong Sixes as the tournament returns after seven-year hiatus | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Hong Kong Sixes is set to return in 2024 after a seven-year hiatus, and cricket fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the comeback of the fast-paced tournament.The exciting news that India will participate in this year's edition has added to the anticipation.Team India will take part in the 20th edition of the Hong Kong Sixes, which will be held from November 1 to 3 at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong.Cricket Hong Kong recently confirmed India’s participation through a social media post, stating, "Team India is gearing up to smash it out of the park at HK6! Prepare for explosive power hitting and a storm of sixes that will electrify the crowd!"In previous editions, cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni have represented India in this unique ...

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Uttarakhand UCC panel finalizes draft, to submit it for Dhami govt’s nod – Times of India

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami (File photo) NEW Delhi: A committee on the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code on Monday put a final seal on the draft report, which now only awaits thumps up from the CM Pushkar Singh Dhami-led state government. "In the final meeting of the five-member draft committee today, the committee has put its final seal on the draft report of the UCC. After printing the UCC draft report, the committee will submit this report to Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami," said Shatrughan Singh, chairman of the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code Draft committee told news agency ANI.In March this year, President Droupadi Murmu approved the Uniform Civil Code Uttarakhand Bill, 2024, which allowed the Uttarakhand government to issue a notification to make the UCC a law in the Himalay...

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Travel

Who is Victor Ambros, Nobel Prize Winner in Physiology or Medicine 2024? – Times of India

Nobel Committee Secretary Thomas Perlmann announces Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun are awarded this year's Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine during a press conference at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, Oct. 7 , 2024. (AP Photo) Victor Ambros, along with Gary Ruvkun, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their groundbreaking discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation. This discovery has revolutionised our understanding of gene activity, shedding light on how cells selectively activate certain genes while silencing others, a critical process for the proper development and function of organisms.MicroRNAs are small RNA molecules that play a crucial role in this gene regulation process.Ambros and Ruvkun’s re...

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Travel

IIM Lucknow vs IIM Mumbai: A comparative analysis of placement performance – Times of India

Two of India’s premier management institutes, the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow and the Indian Institute of Management Mumbai are dream schools for many aspiring management students. In the NIRF Rankings 2024, IIM Lucknow has secured rank 7 while IIM Mumbai has secured rank 6, in fact, since 2021, both of the institutes have secured a rank in the top 10 of the management category of NIRF Rankings.So, what sets these institutes apart? Beyond their distinguished faculty, advanced courses, research facilities, and impressive campuses, one major differentiator is their placement records. Today, we will compare which of these esteemed IIMs excels more in terms of placements.Placement Records: A comparative between IIM Lucknow and IIM Mumbai So which institute is better in terms of plac...

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