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Padma Vibhushan industrialist Ratan Tata dies at 86 | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of one of India's biggest conglomerates Tata Group, died at 86 after prolonged illness. He was admitted to the hospital due to his age and health related medical conditions.Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned Ratan Tata and called him a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being."Shri Ratan Tata Ji was a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being.He provided stable leadership to one of India’s oldest and most prestigious business houses. At the same time, his contribution went far beyond the boardroom. He endeared himself to several people thanks to his humility, kindness and an unwavering commitment to making our society better," PM Modi said in a post on X."One of the mos...
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Ratan Tata, Veteran Industrialist & Tata Groups Chairman Emeritus, Passes Away At 86

Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, one of the biggest conglomerates in India, passed away at 86 on Wednesday, October 9. Earlier today, reports surfaced that he was in a critical condition in intensive care in a Mumbai hospital. Two days ago, Ratan Tata, had refuted rumours surrounding his health condition, stating that he was fine and was hospitalised for routine medical investigations due to his age and related medical conditions. He had also urged the media to refrain from spreading misinformation. “I am aware of recent rumours circulating regarding my health and want to assure everyone that these claims are unfounded. I am currently undergoing medical check-ups due to my age and related medical conditions. There is no cause for concern. I remain in good spirits and request tha...
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India clears two mega defence projects for 2 indigenous nuclear submarines & 31 Predator drones | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday cleared the mega indigenous project to build two nuclear-powered attack submarines as well as the deal to acquire 31 weaponised MQ-9B Predator drones from the US, collectively worth around Rs 68,000 crore, as part of the long-term plan to counter China’s aggressive and expansionist tactics in the region, sources told TOI.The PM-led cabinet committee on security (CCS) approved the long-pending Rs 40,000 crore `Project-77’ to construct the two nuclear-powered attack submarines (called SSNs in naval parlance), which will be armed with conventional missiles, torpedoes and other weapons, at the ship-building centre at Visakhapatnam, the sources said.The CCS also gave the green signal to the around Rs 28,000 crore ($3.3 billion) acquisition of the 31 MQ-9B ...
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IND Vs BAN, 2nd T20I: Nitish Reddy’s Maiden T20I Fifty Inspires Hosts To Series Win

India Beat Bangladesh: India's jugeernaut in T20I's does not take a stopping as the Suryakumar Yadav-led side register an emphatic 86-run over Bangladesh in the 2nd T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. With the win, Gautam Gambhir bags in yet another series as India's head coach and stands a chance of sealing another whitewash. The match started on a tough note for hosts, as they were reduced to 41/3 but a brilliant 108-run stand between Rinku Singh and Nitish Reddy guided them out of trouble, as the latter produced a brilliant Player of the Match by scoring 74 off 34, and picking up two wickets. "Feels very great representing India. Feels so proud of this moment and I want to live in the moment. I have to give credit to the captain and the coach. They asked me to play with the same ...
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India crush Sri Lanka by 82 runs, boost net run rate

Teammates congratulate India’s wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh, centre, after she took a catch to dismiss Sri Lanka’s Sugandika Kumari during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 match between India and Sri Lanka at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates, on October 9, 2024. | Photo Credit: AP The seasoned duo of Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur was back to its sizzling best as India gave a massive boost to their net run rate with an 82-run hammering of Sri Lanka in the Women's T20 World Cup here on Wednesday.The 98-run stand between Shafali Verma (43 off 40) and Smriti (50 off 38) set the tone for the innings after India opted to bat at the Dubai International Stadium. Harmanpreet (52 not out off 27) then got welcome runs in the death overs to push India past 170, the highest total ...
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Women’s T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur stars as India beat Sri Lanka to boost semi-final chances | Cricket News – Times of India

Harmanpreet Kaur (AP Photo) DUBAI: Captain Harmanpreet Kaur and opener Smriti Mandhana hit half-centuries as India defeated Sri Lanka by 82 runs to boost their chances of making the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup on Wednesday.India piled up a tournament high of 172-3 from their 20 overs before Sri Lanka were dismissed for 90 off the penultimate ball of the match.India now have two wins in three games ahead of their final group match with six-time champions Australia on Sunday.Just the top two teams from each of the five-nation pools make the semi-finals.Mandhana made 50 from 38 balls with four fours and a six to register her 27th T20 international fifty.She also shared a 98-run opening stand with Shafali Verma (43) before Kaur put on a blistering display of shot-making.The capta...
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Netanyahu speaks to US President Biden as Israel mulls action against Iran – Times of India

US President Joe Biden (left) and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday spoke to US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris as Israel reportedly prepares for retaliation against Iran's strikes.After Netanyahu spoke to Biden, Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant said that Israel's response to Iran's missile attack will be "lethal, precise and surprising".On October 1, in an apparent bid to avenge Israeli military action against its proxies, Iran launched above 180 rockets, including ballistic missiles, near Tel Aviv.After describing Iran's October 1 missile attack as a failure, Gallant said: "Whoever attacks us will be hurt and will pay a price. Our attack will be deadly, precise and above all surprising, they will not understand ...
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‘Nicest Human Being, Total Killer’: Donald Trump Praises PM Modi

Former United States President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump recently showered praise and admiration on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him the "nicest human being" and referring to him as a good "friend".  Trump hailed PM Modi while speaking at the Flagrant podcast, hosted by Andrew Schulz and Akaash Singh. Calling him a "total killer", Trump also shared his assessment of world leaders and remarked that before PM Modi's appointment as the Prime Minister of India, the country was "very unstable". Trump said: "Modi (India), he's a friend of mine and also the nicest human being. Before him being appointed as the Prime Minister, India was very unstable. On the outside, he looks like he's your father. He is the nicest and a total killer."  He further recalled the ico...
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Explained: What India’s big win over Sri Lanka means for their semifinals chances at Women’s T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India gave a new lease of life to their scratchy campaign in the Women's T20 World Cup with a big 82-run win over Sri Lanka in their penultimate Group A match on Wednesday.This win significantly boosted their chances of qualifying for the semifinals, propelling them to the second spot in the points table.With this emphatic win, India now have four points from three matches, with one game remaining, where they will face defending champions Australia on Sunday.To secure a top-two spot in their group, India will need to replicate their strong performance against Australia and maintain a superior net run rate (NRR) over Pakistan and New Zealand if the standings come down to that.Scenarios for India's progressionIf India win their match against Australia, they will finish with six po...
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2nd T20I, Highlights: All-round Nitish Reddy, Rinku Singh shine as India seal series with 86-run win over Bangladesh | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Nitish Kumar Reddy announced himself on the international stage with a flamboyant 74 as a youthful Indian side delivered yet another commanding performance to thrash Bangladesh by 86 runs in the second T20I here on Wednesday. With the win, the hosts took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.The 21-year-old Reddy (74 off 34 balls) played the most attractive innings of his nascent career while also taking a couple of wickets (2/23) with his seam bowling.Reddy combined with Rinku Singh (53 off 29), who too sizzled with a blistering fifty, to help India post 221/9 after being asked to bat.Aside from an early wobble with the bat, the Indians appeared firmly in control, dominating Bangladesh throughout the match.Their bowlers were on target, and the hosts executed some s...
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Harmanpreet Kaur slams fastest fifty by an Indian in Women’s T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

Harmanpreet Kaur. (ICC Photo) NEW DELHI: Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur etched her name in the record books with a blistering half-century, becoming the fastest Indian to score fifty in a Women's T20 World Cup.Displaying her trademark aggressive style, Harmanpreet took the game by storm, reaching the milestone in just 27 balls with the help of eight fours and a six. Her innings was a masterclass in power-hitting, as she unleashed a barrage of boundaries and sixes, putting Sri Lankan bowlers under relentless pressure.Harmanpreet surpassed the previous record held by Smriti Mandhana, who reached the mark off 31 deliveries against Australia in 2018.Coming in at a crucial stage, Harmanpreet wasted no time in settling, targeting both spinners and pacers with equal authority. She cleared the boundary ...
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Israel police say stabber wounds six in ‘terrorist attack’

Israeli emergency workers carry an injured man suspected of a stabbing attack on October 9, 2024, in Hadera, Israel. Six people were wounded, some critically, in a stabbing attack earlier today, according to authorities. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Israeli police said at least six people were wounded, some seriously according to emergency responders, in a stabbing in four locations of Hadera city, describing it as a “terrorist attack”. “The attack took place on four different sites where six people were stabbed... a short time ago, the police located the suspect and neutralised him by shooting,” said a police statement. Also Read: West Asia conflict Highlights: Two people killed in northern Israel by Hezbollah rocket fire, medics say“We treated several injured individuals in varying cond...
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How drinking Elaichi water can make your skin glow – Times of India

The world of skincare always stresses the need for maintaining a healthy diet and hydration balance. We are always on a lookout for natural remedies to glowing and healthy-looking skin, and one such remedy that has gained much attention lately is elaichi water. Elaichi, also known as cardamom, is another commonly used spice in Indian cuisine. As a matter of fact, elaichi has been used in traditional medicine for decades because of its wonderful array of health benefits.But we bet you did not know that drinking elaichi water could do wonders for your skin.It is an elixir of essential nutrients, antioxidants, and detoxifying properties that enhance overall skin health, improves complexion, and makes your skin radiant and bright. Let us now look at how drinking elaichi water can help you atta...
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Watch: Hardik Pandya pulls off a stunning running catch | Cricket News – Times of India

New Delhi: Hardik Pandya delivered a powerful performance in the second T20I against Bangladesh, scoring 32 runs off 19 balls. He further showcased his athletic skills with a crucial running catch that dismissed Rishad.Following a strong outing by the Indian batters, the bowlers maintained pressure throughout the game. Spinner Varun Chakravarty played a significant role, giving away only 19 runs and taking two wickets in his four overs.During Chakravarty's over, Rishad, who had accumulated 9 runs, aimed for a boundary. His shot seemed well-placed, but Pandya's quick movement and athleticism allowed him to cover the distance and take a remarkable running catch. Pandya almost covered 27 metres .Watch: Pandya takes an extraordinary running catch on the fieldIndian cricket team scored 221/9 in...
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Change of chief secretary adds to buzz about tensions between Punjab CM Mann, Kejriwal

Chandigarh: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab through an order issued Wednesday appointed 1992-batch IAS officer of the Punjab  cadre K.A.P. Sinha as chief secretary, replacing Anurag Verma. Sinha, who is senior to Verma—an IAS officer of the 1993 batch—was superseded by the latter when he took over as chief secretary last June. Verma has now been posted as additional chief secretary for revenue, rehabilitation, and disaster management; agriculture and farmer welfare; horticulture; and soil and water conservation. Sinha, earlier posted as additional chief secretary (revenue), has been in the news ever since the AAP came to power in Punjab in March, 2022.  Show Full Article He, along with state excise and taxation commissioner Varun Roojam and addi...
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Watch: Radha Yadav takes a stunner to send back Sri Lanka’s Vishmi Gunaratne for a duck | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India's Radha Yadav, who came in as a substitute fielder, pulled off a sensational catch to dismiss Sri Lankan opener Vishmi Gunaratne for a duck, leaving the crowd in awe in the Women's T20 World Cup Group A game in Dubai.Positioned at backward point, Radha ran back to her right after Gunaratne went down the track to pacer Renuka Singh to clear the in-field. The ball flew off the edge, but Radha reacted quickly, diving to her left and plucking the ball out of the air.Her athleticism and safe hands made the catch look effortless, sending Gunaratne back to the pavilion without scoring.The stunning grab provided India a crucial breakthrough, on the second ball of the first over, and lifted her team's energy on the field.Earlier, Smriti Mandhana showcased her exceptional batting pr...
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BJP distances itself from ex-overseas head’s US poll event. ‘My NGO’s effort to help Trump,’ he says

New Delhi: Call it overzealousness, turf fight, or even a fight over propriety, BJP’s foreign affairs department incharge Vijay Chauthaiwale and foreign cell’s ex-convenor Vijay Jolly are at loggerheads over an online event scheduled Saturday to garner support for Donald Trump in the US presidential elections. On Wednesday morning, Chauthaiwale came out to mention on social media platform ‘X’ that the party has “nothing to do” with the event being organised by “self-proclaimed senior BJP leader” Jolly. “The BJP is very clear that US elections is an internal matter of US and BJP is not supporting or opposing any party or candidate in that country (sic),” he said in another post. Show Full Article At the centre of this row is the NGO Delhi Study Group’s Zoom onl...
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Top 10 Business & Management institutes in the US according to THE World University Rankings 2025: Check average fee, student aids offered – Times of India

The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025 have been released, providing a comprehensive evaluation of research-intensive universities across the globe. These rankings are based on five key areas: teaching, research environment, research quality, international outlook, and industry income. A total of 18 performance indicators are used, including metrics like teaching reputation, staff-to-student ratio, research output, citation impact, and international collaboration.This annual release is highly anticipated as it showcases the leading institutions across a wide array of disciplines, including business and management.In the United States, business and management schools have a strong presence in these rankings, with institutions like MIT's Sloan School of Management, U...
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Hurricane Milton roars toward US retirees paradise @200kmph amid political storm – Times of India

TOI correspondent from Washington: The hurricane barreling in from the Gulf of Mexico towards Florida is expected to be so catastrophic that even the weatherman describing it broke down on television. NBC6's John Morales, the longest tenured TV meteorologist in Florida, fought back tears on Tuesday as he described Hurricane Milton bearing down on Tampa Bay. Issuing evacuation orders to more than 5 million people in the region, the city mayor Jane Castor had a chilling message: If you don't leave, you are going to die.Millions have taken heed and fled the region in miles and miles of bumper-to-bumper traffic in an exodus that has caused shortage of gas, hotel rooms, and some essential items along the way, amid fears that the double whammy -- Hurricane Helene followed by Milton -- will wreck...
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Rani Mukerji Radiates Devotion at Durga Puja 2023 in Juhu – Watch | – Times of India

The Durga Puja celebration is one of the festivities that sees Bollywood stars coming together from different walks of life. Especially the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja, in Juhu every year catches attention. This year also the pandal has seen many celebrities marking their presence, including Rani Mukerji, who is a vision to behold in her red and blue striped saree.However, it is not just her look that has caught everyone’s attention, but her pure devotion and respect for the culture.In a video circulating on social media, one can see Rani Mukerji removing her footwear before entering the pandal. For the unversed, in Indian culture, it is a sign of respect to remove your footwear before entering a religious place. The actress followed the tradition and after removing her footwear, gr...
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Video | Election Results 2024: Graphics से समझें, 10 साल में कितनी बदली भारतीय राजनीति, BJP और Congress का सफर

हरियाणा में एक बार फिर से BJP ने जीत दर्ज कर ली है और सरकार बना रही है. वहीं कांग्रेस को फिर हार का मुंह देखना पड़ा. यहां मैप के जरिए समझें 2014 से लेकर 2024 तक दोनों पार्टियों की स्थिति में कितना बदलाव आया है.Source link
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Health update: Ratan Tata admitted in ICU, live updates on 86 year old Tata scion’s health – Times of India

Reports of Tata scion, Ratan Tata in 'critical' condition have been emerging since evening. He is said to be admitted at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. Tata was admitted to the hospital on Monday regarding age related conditions."He is in the hospital now… We shall be issuing an official statement tomorrow (Thursday) morning," an official close to Ratan Tata told news agency IANS this evening.Is Ratan Tata's health critical?While updates are awaited regarding the 86 year old's health, speculations regarding this was intense earlier this week when there were rumors all over social media with his fans and followers showing concern for him.In response to the concerns about his health, the good spirited corporate giant had issued a statement saying: "I am aware of the recent rumours circ...
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University of Michigan vs. UCSF: Who Dominates in Dental Education? – Times of India

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Michigan vs. UCSF: When it comes to pursuing a degree in dentistry, aspiring dental students in the United States often find themselves weighing their options between the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Both institutions have established themselves as leaders in dental education, but which one truly reigns supreme? This feature explores key aspects such as overall rankings, key subject areas, courses, tuition fees, and scholarships, particularly for native students.Overall Ranking ComparisonAccording to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor holds the prestigious 1st position in dentistry with an impressive overall score of 89.2. This high ranking is att...
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Congress’s ‘alliance of convenience’ comes under fire as Haryana loss wipes out Lok Sabha gains | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Congress, which was riding high on its success in Lok Sabha elections, has literally fallen flat after the party's stunning defeat in Haryana assembly elections. The Haryana results have left the Congress bleeding - with not just the BJP but even the INDIA bloc partners unsparing in their attacks on the grand-old-party. Prime Minister Narendra Modi unleashed a scathing attack on the Congress calling it an "irresponsible party" and a "factory to spread hatred." He also accused the Congress of dividing Hindu society for its political gains and scaring Muslims into becoming party's votebank.But it is not PM Modi's sharp attacks that may rattle the Congress. The party would be more worried about the fallout of this result on its role as the fulcrum of the INDIA bloc. Unfortunate...
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Nitish, Rinku power India to 221/9 against Bangladesh

Rinku Singh and Nitish Kumar Reddy during the T20 Match between India and Bangladesh at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday (October 9, 2024) | Photo Credit: R.V Moorthy The promising Nitish Kumar Reddy played the most attractive innings of his nascent career while Rinku Singh too sizzled with a blistering fifty as India posted 221/9 in the second T20I against Bangladesh here on Wednesday (October 9, 2024).Reddy (74 off 34 balls) and Rinku (53 off 29) put up a crucial 108-run stand for the fourth wicket to pull India out of a precarious position.Put into bat, the Indian top-order was outfoxed by the pace trio of Tanzim Hasan, Mustafizur Rehman and Taskin Ahmed. They varied their pace to get the desired results.Bangladesh started the inning with some spin in the form ...
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