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Blast kills man in apartment in Greek capital; anti-terrorism probe launched – Times of India

ATHENS: A man was killed and a woman was seriously hurt in an explosion in an apartment in the Greek capital Athens on Thursday and an anti-terrorism investigation was underway, the fire brigade and police officials said.One of the officials said Greece's anti-terrorism police unit was investigating based on indications that the blast was caused by an explosive device.The explosion gutted the apartment and caused serious damage to the entire residential building in the Ampelokipi district.Firefighters evacuated the injured woman for transfer to a hospital and recovered the body of the man, who has not yet been identified.Small bomb and arson attacks were frequent in Greece before and during the country's 2009-18 debt crisis, most of them targeting politicians, judges and businesses. They h...
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Amitabh Bachchan allegedly ignores Aishwarya Rai and skips mentioning Aaradhya on his quiz show amid divorce rumours with Abhishek Bachchan | – Times of India

Rumours around Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan’s alleged split suggest various reasons, including Abhishek's alleged connection with his Dasvi co-star Nimrat Kaur, as well as family dynamics involving Shweta and Jaya Bachchan. Amid these speculations, the Bachchan family has chosen not to publicly discuss Aishwarya and Aaradhya.In a recent Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 episode, Amitabh discussed the popular song 'Kajra Re' when it was referenced in a question. While he mentioned Abhishek and Rani Mukerji, he notably omitted any mention of Aishwarya Rai, who also starred in the song. This sparked some curiosity among viewers.In another episode, Big B spoke about his grandkids Navya and Agastya, Shweta Bachchan’s children, but did not mention Aaradhya. This omission, combined with him not men...
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Maharashtra polls: ₹17 lakh unaccounted cash seized from vehicle in Ulhasnagar

A poll flying squad seized ₹17 lakh unaccounted cash from a vehicle in Ulhasnagar in Maharashtra's Thane district on Thursday (October 31, 2024), an official said.The seizure was made by flying squad number 6, operating in Ulhasnagar Assembly constituency, between Kalyan and Murbad at 2 a.m., he said."The driver could not give a satisfactory answer about the cash, which was seized and deposited in the State treasury as per norms. A probe is underway to see if the money was to be used for poll purposes. The Income Tax department has been notified," the official added.Returning Officer Vijayanand Sharma and Assistant RO Kalyani Mohite confirmed the development.Maharashtra Assembly polls will be held on November 20, while results will be declared on November 23. The model code of conduct is i...
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Elaichi paani: 10 benefits of drinking cardamom water every day

Elaichi paani benefitsElaichi, or cardamom, is a fragrant spice with a rich history in traditional medicine, known for its numerous health benefits. When consumed as cardamom-infused water, or Elaichi Paani, it can serve as a refreshing and powerful health tonic. Here are 8 impressive benefits of drinking cardamom water every day: Source link
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7 weird traffic rules around the world

When it comes to driving, some traffic rules are universal: stop at red lights, give way to pedestrians, and stick to speed limits. However, each country has its own laws and regulations that have come into existence due to local customs, geography, and even culture. Laws in one country might sound bizarre to others, but understanding them will not only make your traveling experience smooth, but might also help you to stay out of trouble on foreign roads. Let us look at some of the bizarre traffic regulations from around the world that you would never expect. Source link
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Video | Diwali 2024: दिवाली के दिन कैसी रही Delhi की हवा? | AQI | NDTV India

  Diwali 2024: दिवाली का त्योहार बदलते मौसम की बानगी लेकर भी आता है...दिवाली के साथ ही गर्म मौसम अलविदा कहता है और गुलाबी सर्दी दस्तक देती है। लेकिन हाल में दिवाली का मौसम राजधानी दिल्ली में एक और दौर की शुरुआत करता है...और वो है प्रदूषण की। पटाख़ों से निकलने वाला धुआं दिल्ली की हवा को और आमतौर से बहुत ख़राब कर देता है। लेकिन इस बार या तो तेज़ हवा का ये कमाल है या फिर लोगों ने पटाख़े ही कम जलाए कि दिल्ली की हवा देर शाम तक उतनी ख़राब नहीं हुई जितना अंदेशा था। असल तस्वीर तो अगले दिन पता चलेगी लेकिन हमने 30 अक्तूबर यानी कल और आज एक ही समय पर दिल्ली के कुछ इलाक़ों का जायज़ा लिया कि दिवाली से एक दिन पहले और दिवाली की शाम वहां की हवा कैसी है। तो आइए देखते हैं कि हमने क्या पाया। Source link...
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Ajit Pawar Shouldn’t Have Given A Ticket To Nawab Malik: Mumbai BJP Chief

Nawab Malik is the NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) candidate from Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar. (File)Mumbai: Mumbai Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Ashish Shelar said on Thursday that Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Chief Ajit Pawar should not have given a ticket to Nawab Malik, considering the serious allegations against him. Ashish Shelar stated that the BJP cannot associate with such individuals.Nawab Malik is the NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) candidate from Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar.In an interview with ANI, Ashish Shelar emphasised, "Ajit Pawar should not have given him a ticket; many in Maharashtra think this way. The serious allegations and chargesheet against him are unacceptable to Maharashtra... The BJP has made its stance clear. Maharashtra opposes an international terrorist like Dawood. Despit...
Sports

IPL 2025 | Hardik Pandya to continue as Mumbai Indians captain

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya | Photo Credit: PTI Hardik Pandya will continue to lead Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League’s 2025 edition, despite the team having a disastrous 2024 season under his leadership. “I have received a lot of love back, (it) means the world to me. My journey started here and you know everything that I have achieved in my life has been part of Mumbai Indians,” Hardik said after his reappointment. Referring to Mumbai Indians’ five retained players, including himself, Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma, Hardik stated, “We are five fingers but one fist, that’s how I look at it.”It will be interesting to see whether Captain Hardik is able to conve...
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Israeli Foreign Minister Extends Diwali Greetings To Indians

Some 18-20,000 Indians working in Israel are also celebrating the festival of lights. (File)Jerusalem: Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz Thursday extended greetings to Indians on Diwali, stressing that his country shares the values of democracy, freedom, and a vision of a brighter future like India."My friend @DrSJaishankar, I wish you and the people of India a #HappyDiwali2024! Israel and India share the values of democracy, freedom, and a vision for a brighter future", Israel Katz said in a post on social media platform X."May this Festival of Light bring us all joy, prosperity, and peace," the Israeli foreign minister added. "Deepawali ki haardik shubhkamnayen," he further wrote in Hindi.My friend @DrSJaishankar, I wish you and the people of India a #HappyDiwali2024! Israel and India...
Culture

Video | IPL 2025 Retention: Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul Enter Auction; Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni Retained For…

All the 10 Indian Premier League franchises have announced their list of retained players ahead of the 2025 auction. Virat Kohli has been retained by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for Rs 21 crore but his record of fetching highest retention amount in IPL history has been broken by Heinrich Klaasen. The wicketkeeper-batter has been retained by SunRisers Hyderabad for a massive sum of Rs 23 crore, making him the costiest player ever retained in the tournament. Before this, the record was held by Kohli with a retention amount of Rs 17 crore. Notably, three major captains Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer will be entering the IPL auction. Among the other highlights was Mumbai Indians releasing Ishan Kishan and Chennai Super Kings retaining MS Dhoni as an uncapped player for Rs 4 crore.  ...
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Video | NDTV Ground Report From New York: Will US Get Its 1st-Ever Female President?

The world has its eyes set on the US, which goes to polls in less than a week. Surveys indicate that the 2024 battle between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is likely to be one of the most closely contested ones in recent US history. Highly unlikely, but a tie in the Electoral College - a 269-269 split - cannot be entirely ruled out. This election features 538 electoral votes distributed among the 50 US states and Washington, D.C., based on population. To win, a presidential candidate must attain at least 270 electoral votes. Source link
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Mar Thomas Tharayil enthroned as Metropolitan Archbishop of Changanassery in Kerala

Mar Thomas Tharayil was enthroned as the fifth Metropolitan Archbishop and the ninth head of the Archdiocese of Changanacherry in a ceremony held at St Mary’s Metropolitan Church in Changanassery on Thursday (October 31, 2024).The enthronement ceremonies were officiated by Major Archbishop Raphael Thattil, head of the Syro-Malabar Church. The outgoing Metropolitan Mar Joseph Perumthottam and Mar Joseph Kallarangat, the Bishop of Pala Diocese participated as co-celebrants. The ceremonies began in the morning with a procession of the celebrant Bishops to the Metropolitan Church from the Archbishop’s House. Mar Thomas Tharayil and other bishops were then escorted to a specially prepared venue on the premises church for the liturgical services.Mar Joseph Perunthottam welcomed the gathering...
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Video | Big Jolt To Mumbai Congress: Senior Leader Ravi Raja Joins BJP Ahead Of Maharashtra Election

Mumbai Congress veteran and five-time city corporator Ravi Raja joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) weeks ahead of the November 20 Assembly polls in Maharashtra. His resignation from the Congress ended his 44-year-old association with the grand old party. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar welcomed Mr Raja into the party fold. While not divulging names, Mr Fadnavis said that many notable Congress leaders would follow Mr Raja into the BJP. "People are confident that the Mahayuti government will make a comeback," he said. Source link
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Maharashtra assembly elections: Congress seeks removal of DGP Rashmi Shukla over alleged ‘bias’ against opposition – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Congress on Thursday wrote to the Election Commission of India seeking removal of the state Director General of Police Rashmi Shukla over alleged "bias" against the opposition in the upcoming assembly elections in the state."Kindly refer to our previous letters dated 24th September 2024 and 4th October 2024 concerning the removal of Rashmi Shukla from the post of Director General of Police, Maharashtra. The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) reiterated this request during a briefing with the Election Commission of India (ECI) on 27th September 2024," Congress state president Nana Patole said in the letter."This request has been repeatedly submitted through oral representations and press conferences. While the DGP of Jharkhand was removed immediately after the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) wa...
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Sobhita Dhulipala dazzles in a grey saree as she celebrates Diwali in Hyderabad with Naga Chaitanya and his family – See photo – Times of India

Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya recently made their first public appearance since getting engaged as they showed up together for Nagarjuna's family award show. Their pictures and videos from the award event went viral on social media.Now, the actress seems to have spent the auspicious Diwali festival with her fiancé Naga Chaitanya and his family in Hyderabad. The soon-to-be couple looks stunning in a photo from the party that has been doing the rounds on the internet.Check out the photo here:Chef Tejas Datye, who prepared food for the family on Diwali, posted a photo of Sobhita Dhulipala with her fiancé Naga Chaitanya and his family. In the picture, Sobhita can be seen posing with Naga Chaitanya, Nagarjuna, Amala Akkineni, and Akhil Akkineni. Wearing a grey saree with a shimmering bor...
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Wagon of goods train derails in Assam’s Maligaon, railway services disrupted | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: A wagon of a goods train carrying food grains went off the tracks near MUPA in Assam's Maligaon on Thursday evening, disrupting train services. The derailment happened around 4 pm inside tunnel number 2 at KM /52/5.The Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of Northeast Frontier Railway said, "A wagon of goods train carrying food grains derailed near MUPA in the Lumding-Badarpur Hill Section. Repair and restoration work is underway."Senior railway officials from Lumding division have gone to the incident site, and normal operations are expected to resume shortly. according to a press release.Due to the incident, several trains have been canceled. These include Train No. 05628 (Agartala - Guwahati) scheduled for 31st October, Train No. 05627 (Guwahati- Agartala) on 1st November, T...
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Who is Karthik Naralasetty? Indian-American tech innovator who could be Texas’s youngest mayor – Times of India

Karthik Naralasetty has long been recognized for his innovative work in technology and social change. From founding Socialblood, a platform that connects blood donors through social media, to advocating for safe communities, Naralasetty’s journey reflects a commitment to making an impact. Now, he’s taking his mission a step further by running for mayor in Texas, hoping to bring his vision to life for the people of The Hills, according to naralasetty.org.City’s youngest mayorOriginally from Guntur in Andhra Pradesh, Karthik completed his early education in Delhi before moving to the US to study at Rutgers University. His election would mark a historic moment for The Hills and Texas, as he would be the city’s youngest mayor and the first of Indian descent.Running for office in such a setting...
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IPL 2025: Heinrich Klaasen outvalues Virat Kohli as top retention | Cricket News – Times of India

Heinrich Klaasen and Virat Kohli. (Pic Credit - X) NEW DELHI: In a surprising turn of events on Thursday, South African wicketkeeper-batsman Heinrich Klaasen outshone one of cricket’s biggest icons, Virat Kohli, by securing the highest retention price this season.Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) retained Klaasen for a staggering Rs 23 crore, marking a significant statement on his impact in the tournament and the value he brings to his franchise.Klaasen’s performances in the previous IPL season, where he showcased his explosive batting and consistent match-winning abilities, have evidently bolstered his worth in the eyes of SRH.His ability to handle high-pressure situations and accelerate the innings makes him a versatile and invaluable asset in the T20 format. As a result, SRH chose to retain Kla...
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Delhi’s AQI Plunges To ‘Very Poor’ On Diwali, Likely To Worsen To ‘Severe’ Due To Firecrackers

Delhi's air quality continued to deteriorate, remaining in the "very poor" category on Diwali, with levels expected to worsen to the "severe" category due to bursting of firecrackers at night. Delhiites woke up Thursday to a sky shrouded in a thick layer of smog. The air in Anand Vihar, a major terminus, was extremely polluted with the AQI in the "severe" category. The city's 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 328 at 4 pm, up from 307 on Wednesday when the city celebrated Chhoti Diwali. In 2023, Delhi residents enjoyed clearer skies and abundant sunshine on Diwali, with an AQI of 218, compared to 312 in 2022, 382 in 2021, 414 in 2020, 337 in 2019, 281 in 2018, 319 in 2017, and 431 in 2016, according to the Central Pollution Control Board data. Last year, a decrease in ...
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Infighting In Mahayuti? Why Are BJP and Shiv Sena Locking Horns Over Mahim Seat

The ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra is in a fix over the selection of candidates for the Mahim seat with three weeks remaining for the assembly polls in the state.  In the Mahim constituency, located in the heart of Mumbai, the ruling alliance is locked in a triangular contest between Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray's son Amit Thackeray, sitting Shiv Sena MLA Sadanand Sarvnakar and Shiv Sena (UBT)’s Mahesh Sawant. While the BJP has pledged its support for Amit Thackeray, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena has chosen to field their sitting MLA. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis said his party wants to throw its weight behind debutant Amit Thackeray in the seat in south central Mumbai.  The Shiv Sena as well as the BJP hav...
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Karnataka: 5 Injured In Stone Pelting During Clash Between Two Groups Over Waqf Land In Haveri,

At least five people were injured in a clash that broke out between two groups following a heated argument in Karnataka's Haveri on Wednesday night. While the police has not officially confirmed the reason behind the clash, locals and preliminary probe suggest it happened over a Waqf land controversy. According to the police, members of a community hurled stones at a house, injuring five people, India Today reported. "We don’t know why this fight started. Thirty people are arrested and we’ll investigate and find the reason," a senior police official said. The Hindu community claimed that some Muslim locals submitted a petition to district officials claiming waqf land in the village. But no such petition was submitted when checked. Despite this, a few Hindu men allegedly threw stones at eig...
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IPL Retention 2025: Complete List Of Players Retained By All 10 Teams Ahead Of Mega Auction

IPL Retention 2025: The wait is over. All the ten teams participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) have all announced the list of players they will be retaining ahead of the mege-auction. While the names have largely been along expected lines, there are a few additions/subtractions which could surprise a section of the fans and pundits alike. Check out the list of players retained by all 10 Teams, the purse with which they will go to the mega auction and the number of Right To Match (RTM) options available at their disposal. Mumbai Indians (MI)5 players retained: Jasprit Bumrah: ₹18 crore Suryakumar Yadav: ₹16.35 crore Hardik Pandya: ₹16:35 crore Rohit Sharma: ₹16:30 crore Tilak Varma: ₹8 crore Purse remaining: INR 55 crore (out of INR 120 crore) RTM options at auction: 1 Players eli...
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Zodiac signs that are good At investing in gold – Times of India

Certain zodiac signs such as Taurus, Capricorn, Virgo, Scorpio, Leo, and Aquarius exhibit natural traits that aid in gold investment. Traits include strategic planning, patience, analytical skills, intuitiveness, leadership, and innovative thinking. These characteristics help them understand gold's intrinsic value, making them proficient long-term investors in the gold market. Gold investing has always been a safe and profitable way to amass wealth. Some zodiac signs have innate tendencies and characteristics that make them very good at understanding the worth of gold and making savvy investments. Here's a look at which signs shine in the world of gold investment.1. TaurusTaurus has a huge appreciation for material wealth and luxury. Due to their practical nature along with patience, they ...
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Video | Jharkhand: Bokaro में दिवाली जश्न के बीच लगी आग, पटाखे की कई दुकानें जलकर राख | Diwali 2024

  Jharkhand: झारखंड के बोकारो में पटाखों की कुछ दुकानों में जबरदस्त आग लग गई है...आप ये तस्वीरें देख सकते हैं....कई दुकानें आग की चपेट में आ चुकी हैं...आग लगने से पूरे इलाके में अफरा-तफरी मच गई...बताया जा रहा है कि करीब एक दर्जन से ज्यादा लोग घायल हो गए हैं... Source link