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Politics

PM Modi Mourns ‘Irreparable Loss’ Of Singer Sharda Sinha: ‘Her Chhat Songs Will Echo Forever’

New Delhi, Nov 5 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed grief at the death of famous folk singer Sharda Sinha, and said her demise is an irreparable loss to the music world. In a post on X, he noted that her folk songs in Maithili and Bhojpuri were extremely popular. सुप्रसिद्ध लोक गायिका शारदा सिन्हा जी के निधन से अत्यंत दुख हुआ है। उनके गाए मैथिली और भोजपुरी के लोकगीत पिछले कई दशकों से बेहद लोकप्रिय रहे हैं। आस्था के महापर्व छठ से जुड़े उनके सुमधुर गीतों की गूंज भी सदैव बनी रहेगी। उनका जाना संगीत जगत के लिए एक अपूरणीय क्षति है। शोक की इस… pic.twitter.com/sOaLvUOnrW — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 5, 2024Her songs on Chhath, a grand festival of faith, will echo forever, he added, conveying his condolences to her family members and admirers. Sinha, wh...
Life Style

A tale of everlasting love: Sharda Sinha who could barely survive a month after her husband passed away – Times of India

Photo: Sharda Sinha/ Instagram Famous Indian folk singer and Padma Bhushan Awardee, Sharda Sinha, passed away at the age of 72 today (November 5, 2024) at AIIMS, New Delhi where she was being treated. Sharda Sinha was fighting multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer, since 2018. Lovingly called 'Bihar Kokila', Sharda Sinha is known for her Chhath songs and for her huge contributions to folk music specially Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Magahi, which she is credited for bringing to a wider audience. The news of her passing away was shared by her son Anshuman Sinha on social media.While Sharda ji had been fighting blood cancer since 2018, the news of her death came roughly a month after her husband Brij Kishore Sinha passed away. Some reports suggest that Sharda ji was so in shock because of her ...
Politics

2 terrorists killed in North Kashmir as forces intensify crackdown | India News – Times of India

This is a representational image (Pic credit: ANI) SRINAGAR: Security forces killed two terrorists Tuesday in a seek-and-kill operation in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district, part of an intensified sweep following a rise in attacks across the valley since an elected govt took office in J&K after six years in mid-Oct.“The slain terrorists’ identities have not yet been confirmed and forces are conducting a mop-up operation in the area,” an official said.Lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha vowed that those targeting civilians “won’t go unpunished” and warned that houses of people sheltering terrorists would be demolished.“I have directed the forces not to harm any innocent, but the culprits will not be spared. If anyone provides shelter to terrorists, then his house will be razed to the groun...
Politics

Maharashtra Polls: Mahayuti Announces 10 ‘Guarantees’ Including Ladki Bahin Scheme, Farm Loan W

Ahead of the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections, the Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar-led NCP, revealed its highly-anticipated manifesto during a public meeting in Kolhapur North. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, alongside Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, jointly launched the document, emphasising their commitment to advancing the state towards “unprecedented prosperity and development.”  The manifesto includes a ten-point agenda, with a focus on economic relief, employment generation, social security, and women’s safety. "With today’s guarantees, the MahaYuti alliance signals to weather the anti-incumbency and achieve a political mileage over the Maha Vikas Aghadi," noted Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, ...
Politics

NDA Calls Key Meet Ahead Of Assembly Polls, Amit Shah, Nadda, Sitharaman Among Those Present

New Delhi: Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP president JP Nadda on Tuesday held a meeting with Union Ministers as the National Democratic Alliance's campaign for the assembly polls in Maharashtra and Jharkhand and several bypolls enters the last lap. Union ministers Nirmala Sitharaman, Piyush Goyal, C R Patil and Dharmendra Pradhan attended the NDA meeting earlier today. The NDA allies, including Chirag Paswan of LJP (R), Jitan Ram Manjhi of HAM Party, RLD's Jayant Chaudhary and Prataprao Jadhav of Shiv Sena also took part in the meeting at the BJP headquarters. As per reports, the ministers of NDA allies TDP, JD(U), JD(S) and Apna Dal couldn't participate in the meeting due to their busy schedule. Though BJP didn't reveal the details of the meeting, sources told PTI that it was aimed at coo...
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Which zodiac signs have the best compatibility for business partnerships and success? – Times of India

Certain zodiac signs simply make a better team. Their skills complement each other, work ethics, and understanding of each other's strengths make them very good teams. Here are some of the best pairs in business and why they're so successful.Capricorn & TaurusCapricorn and Taurus are practical, hardworking earth signs, and they will be excellent business partners who will establish a stable and long-lasting business. Capricorn's ambition and strategic vision will be well-balanced by Taurus' reliability and attention to detail. They will work in harmony to gain financial stability and success. They are determined and dedicated to the achievement of their goals.Leo & SagittariusLeo and Sagittarius are two energetic fire signs, and hence they go very well together in creative and adve...
Politics

Where is Barron Trump as Donald and Melania cast their votes in Florida? – Times of India

18-year-old Barron was not seen with his parents as they cast their votes in Florida. Barron Trump was not seen with his parents Tuesday when Donald Trump and Melania cast their ballots in Florida. The 18-year-old was missing at the polling station at the Morton and Barbara Mandel Recreation Center in Palm Beach, while it was supposed to be his first vote. It is not known whether he cast his votes early. Trump spoke with the reporters outside the polling booth where he said he felt very confident about his winning. Melania was with him. According to reports, Barron Trump was last seen heading from New York to Florida on Sunday ahead of his father's election party in Mar-a-Lago."I ran a great campaign. I think it was maybe the best of the three. We did great in the first one. We did much be...
Culture

Video | Maharashtra Politics: महाराष्ट्र में बागियों ने बढ़ाई टेंशन! किसने कितने बागी मनाए? | Election 2024

 Maharashtra Election 2024: महाराष्ट्र में अब वोटिंग में केवल दो हफ्ते बचे हैं लेकिन दोनों ही गठबंधनों को बागी उम्मीदवार लगातार परेशान कर रहे हैं। वैसे तो कल नामांकन वापस लेने के अंतिम दिन महायुति और महाविकास आघाड़ी दोनों ही गठबंधनों ने बड़ी संख्या में बागियों को मना लिया लेकिन अब भी कई बागी चुनाव मैदान में बने हुए हैं। ये इन सीटों पर खेल बनाने और बिगाड़ने में भी सक्षम हैं। बताया गया है कि महायुति के 18 और महाविकास अघाड़ी के 22 बागी अब भी मैदान में हैं।Source link...
Entertainment

Birthday Special: 5 Times Khushi Kapoor made us go gaga over black outfits – Times of India

Khushi Kapoor is the ultimate style icon and her statement wears prove it! Time and again, Kapoor has dished out major fashion goals with sheer vibrancy, however, what stands out is her knack for pulling off black outfits like a total diva! On the occasion of her birthday, here are 5 times when Khushi Kapoor left us awe-struck with her black outfits!Channeling her inner black catKhushi Kapoor donned a black body-con dress and left her fans awe-struck with the way she pulled it off with ease. The plunging neckline of the dress highlighted her collarbones. The actress pulled the look together by pairing her outfit with a stunning golden neckpiece, black footwear, and a black handbag!Dishing boss lady vibesLeave it on the birthday girl Khushi Kapoor to exude absolute boss lady vibes in a coat...
Sports

In a first, Italy player registers for IPL mega auction | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: For the first time in the Indian Premier League's history, a player from Italy has registered for the upcoming mega auction.The mega auction is set to take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.In a release, the BCCI said that 1,574 players have registered for the auction where 204 slots are to be filled.The list includes 1,165 Indian and 409 overseas players.Among the international registrations, Thomas Draca of Italy too is part of the list.The 24-year-old has played 4 T20Is for the country and has represented Brampton in the Global T20 Canada.Among international players, South Africa has the most number of registrations -- 91 -- followed by Australia at 76.There will be 48 capped Indians, who will go under the hammer at the auction. 272 international capped play...
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The Most Emotionally Intelligent Zodiac Signs and How They Navigate Relationships – Times of India

Emotional intelligence is what makes or breaks any relationship, especially a solid, healthy one. Emotional intelligence is the degree of consciousness of your feelings, consideration of other's feelings, and regulation of your own emotions as well as others. Some natively shine in this area. These people are fantastic at developing deep, meaningful connections with others. Let's look into the most emotionally intelligent zodiac signs and how they use their emotional awareness while navigating relationships.CancerThey are very empathetic and perceptive, so they feel the emotions of others perfectly well. They need to be nurtured and taken care of by their loved ones, so they make good supporters and partners. They have that emotional intelligence that enables them to have a secure relation...
Politics

Kalaignar sports kit scheme meant to create champions in rural Tamil Nadu, says Udhayanidhi Stalin

Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Udhayanidhi Stalin unveiling a statue of DMK patriarch and former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi at Thiruvennainallur near Villupuram on Tuesday. The purpose behind implementing Kalaignar Sports Kit (KSK) scheme is to ensure that aspiring sportspersons in rural areas are provided equal opportunities to excel as their counterparts in cities, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has said. Speaking at a function to distribute ‘Kalaignar Sports Kits’ to 688 panchayats in Villupuram, Mr. Udhayanidhi said the Sports Development Department was taking several measures through competitions and programmes to motivate more students and youth into sports. The purpose behind implementing Kalaignar Sports Kit (KSK) scheme is t...
Politics

From Chhath Songs To Bollywood Hits, All About The Folk Music Icon Sharda Sinha

Sinha had been admitted to AIIMS Hospital in Delhi, where she was undergoing treatment for cancer for several days.Sinha's husband, Braj Kishore Sinha, a politician, died from a brain hemorrhage in September 2023, adding to her hardships.Born on October 1, 1952, in Bihar, Sharda was a prominent voice in Maithili and Bhojpuri music, earning her the nickname 'Bihar Kokila.'Her songs dedicated to the Chhath festival are deeply cherished in Bihar, with classics like "Kelwa Ke Paat Par Ugalan Suraj Mal Jhake Jhuke" and "Hey Chhathi Maiya."Sharda's wedding songs have become a traditional staple at celebrations, showcasing her major role in cultural events.She also made her mark in Bollywood, singing "Kahe Toh Se Sajna" for the film Maine Pyar Kiya and "Taar Bijli" for Gangs of Wasseypur.Sinha re...
Culture

Video | Sharda Sinha Death: 72 साल की उम्र में लोक गायिका शारदा सिन्हा का निधन | Chhath Puja

जानी-मानी लोक गायिका शारदा सिन्हा का मंगलवार को निधन हो गया. दिल्ली के एम्स में उन्होंने 72 साल की उम्र में आखिरी सांस ली. शारदा सिन्हा की तबीयत सोमवार को अचानक बिगड़ी थी, जिसके बाद उन्हें वेंटिलेटर सपोर्ट पर रखा गया था. उन्हें बिहार की 'स्वर कोकिला' भी कहा जाता था. शारदा सिन्हा ने तमाम छठ गीतों को अपनी आवाज दी थी. छठ पर्व के दौरान उनके इस दुनिया से अलविदा लेने से देश में शोक की लहर है.Source link...
Business

Whatever The Verdict, Our Relationship Will Only Grow: Jaishankar On US Presidential Election

Canberra: India has seen "steady progress" in its ties with America over the last five presidencies, and its "relationship with the US will only grow" irrespective of the outcome of the US election, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday. In response to a query during a joint press briefing with his Australian counterpart Penny Wong here, Jaishankar also expressed optimism about the future of the Quad, which comprises the US, India, Australia, and Japan. Wong told reporters that Australia saw the four-nation grouping "retaining its importance regardless of the outcome of the election". Millions of Americans headed towards polling stations on Tuesday to elect the 47th President of the US, capping one of the most bitter presidential campaigns in the country's history. Democra...
Business

Rishi Sunak Visits Bengaluru Mutt With Wife Akshata, In-Laws Narayan And Sudha Murty — WATCH

Bengaluru News: Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak, recently visited the revered Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Bengaluru, Karnataka, accompanied by his wife, Akshata Murty, and her parents, Infosys co-founder Narayan Murthy and philanthropist Sudha Murty. #WATCH | Bengaluru, Karnataka: Former Prime Minister of Britain, Rishi Sunak, his wife Akshata Murthy, author, philanthropist, and Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy, and Infosys founder Narayana Murthy offer prayers at Nanjangudu Sri Raghavendra Swami's Math.Source: Office of Sudha… pic.twitter.com/IywSSRqkS8 — ANI (@ANI) November 5, 2024Videos on social media showed the family attending the aarti together. Notably, Akshata had visited the mutt in February this year with her daughters, Anoushka and Krishna, and he...
Politics

‘Our relationship with America will only grow’: Jaishankar on India-US ties amid presidential election 2024 | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: As Americans swarmed polling booths on a historic Tuesday, India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar offered a reassuring message: The India-US relationship is a train on steady tracks, no matter who takes the White House.In a joint press briefing with Australian counterpart Penny Wong, Jaishankar confidently stated that the India-US bond has not only survived but thrived through five different presidencies. He quipped, "Our relationship with the United States will only grow, regardless of the election outcome."Trump or Harris? The Quad stands firmWith polls showing a razor-thin margin between Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Republican stalwart Donald Trump, global eyes are on America. Yet, for India, it’s not a question of who but what—specifically, the enduring stren...
Politics

Yogi govt issues new appointment rules for UP DGP, removing Centre’s dominant role in process

New Delhi: The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has come out with new rules for the appointment of the director general of police (DGP), a move that virtually frees it from any interference by the Centre in this matter. The state cabinet’s decision, however, has drawn snide reactions from the Opposition, with the Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Akhilesh Yadav telling the media that “all is not well between Delhi and Lucknow”. ”Amit Shah wanted his own DGP and Yogi wanted his own, so there was a rift. Hence, Yogi has brought these guidelines,” Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) told reporters Tuesday. According to new guidelines cleared by the state cabinet, a committee headed by a retired high court judge will decide the state’s new police chief, meaning that t...
Sports

BCCI says Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction will beheld in Jeddah on November 24 and 25

A view of the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai. | Photo Credit: The Hindu The mega auction ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25, the BCCI announced on Tuesday (November 5, 2024). This is the second successive year the auction is being held overseas as Dubai hosted the previous one ahead of the IPL 2024. The player registration officially closed on Monday (November 4, 2024) and a total of 1,574 cricketers (1,165 Indian and 409 overseas) have been signed up for the auction, which will clash with the third and fourth day’s play of the first Test between India and Australia in Perth, which begins on November 22. Each franchise will be able to form a ma...
Politics

Divining the six divided votes in Dixville Notch – Times of India

TOI Correspondent from Washington: How much can one divine from the six ballots that were split 3-3 between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in Dixville Notch, a small hamlet in New Hampshire that has made a fetish of being first of the blocks on Election Day by voting at midnight? The Republican spin: Trump got zero votes in 2020 so a 3-3 split is a massive improvement.The Democrat spin: Of the six voters, four are registered Republicans, two are independents, so a 3-3 verdict is good for Kamala. Besides, all six voted for Nikki Haley in the primaries so technically all are Republicans. If Kamala got three crossover votes and this is reflected across the country, Kamala wins! There was space for some humor too. From one troll: Trump can still win Dixville Notch if Mike Pence has the courage...
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Global solar capacity may jump five times to reach 7203 GW by 2030 – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The global solar capacity might reach 7,203 GW by 2030, more than five times than what the world saw in 2023 (nearly 1,419 GW), with commitments under the Paris Agreement and the global net-zero goals becoming big drivers of the renewable energy growth, according to multiple reports released at the ongoing seventh assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) on Tuesday.The reports, released by the ISA Assembly’s president and India’s minister for new and renewable energy, Pralhad Joshi, also highlighted that the global clean energy investment now is nearly double that of fossil fuels as it is set to leap from $1.2 trillion in 2018 to $2 trillion in 2024.As far as investment in the solar sector is concerned, it accounts for nearly 59% ($ 393 billion) of all renewable energy...
Politics

Do Meghan Markle, Prince Harry vote in US election? Here is what we know – Times of India

Prince Harry is not a US citizen yet and he has never voted in any election. Meghan Markle is a US citizen but Prince Harry has not yet got US citizenship despite living in California for the last four years because of the row over his visa issue. Prince Harry in his memoir 'Spare' revealed that he took drugs which should have disqualified him for a US visa but he got one. And that started the row which is yet to be resolved. But Harry and Meghan had had rough trysts with the US election.In the 2020 US election, Harry and Meghan appeared in a video message and urged Americans to "vote against hate speech" which was seen as an apparent dig against Donald Trump and a veiled endorsement for Joe Biden. The video was broadcast as part of Time 100 magazine's annual list of the top 100 most influ...
Business

US Presidential Elections: How Stock Market Will Be Impacted By Harris Vs Trump?

The US Presidential Elections is underway and it is becoming increasingly more competitive. As more and more American voters line up to decide the next President for their country between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, investors are eagerly awaiting the results. In a too-close-to-call election, it is evident that markets will feel the impact of the final results and this effect would be felt at the global level. Emkay Global’s Madhavi Arora predicted that a full sweep by Trump will be the most positive outcome for the equity markets due to his supportive corporate tax regime and low regulatory burden, reported The Economic Times. However, she pointed out, “Any gridlock is technically equity market-negative. However, the gridlock would be the most bearish outcome for spending, implying goo...
Sports

IPL 2025 mega auction dates confirmed! 48 capped Indians to go under hammer in Jeddah on November 24 and 25 | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction will take place in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah on November 24 and 25, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Tuesday.The two-day mega auction will clash with the third and fourth days of the Perth Test between India and Australia.1,574 players -- 1,165 Indians and 409 overseas - have signed up for the two-day event where 204 slots are up for grabs. 48 capped Indian players including the likes of stars Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer are set to go under the hammer, this time in the auction. This is now the second consecutive time the auction is being held outside India. The 2024 mini auction took place in Dubai.The players' registration officially closed on November 4 and the BCCI mentioned in a release that 320...