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London, New York Dominate World’s Best Cities 2025 List; Mumbai, Delhi Miss Out – Here’s Why

London, Nov 20 (PTI) London has topped a definitive ranking of the World’s Best Cities 2025 released on Wednesday for the tenth year in a row, followed closely by New York and Paris, even as Indian cities failed to make the cut based on the criteria of perception and performance. The annual rankings produced by Resonance Consultancy in partnership with Ipsos are an analysis of large urban regions around the world that are leading in aspects most important to attracting workforce, visitors, and businesses. The 2025 report marks a first in incorporating perception-based data by surveying more than 22,000 people in 31 countries for the first time – the results of which also demonstrate that people all over the world still very much aspire to live, visit, and work in the world’s largest cities...
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US, others shut embassies in Ukraine amid fear over Russia attack – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The United States along with Italy, Spain and Greece closed its embassies in Ukrainian capital after a potential air attack from Russia.According to a report in CNN, the Greek embassy remained closed due to "security reasons". The Spanish Embassy in Kyiv will also be closed today after receiving information about a possible major airstrike on the city.Meanwhile, the Times of Israel reported that Israel will not shut down its embassy in Kyiv. Israeli Ambassador to Ukraine Michael Brodsky said, "We are operating as normal currently."The warnings of fresh strikes come as Moscow looks to retaliate against Ukraine for firing US-supplied long-range missiles on Russian territory for the first time and with the Kremlin accusing outgoing US President Joe Biden of dragging out the war.Rus...
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‘Ludicrous’: MEA Dismisses Canadian Report Alleging PM Modi Was Aware Of Nijjar Murder Plot

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday strongly dismissed a Canadian report wherein the country's official alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was aware of a plot to kill pro-Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. Calling the claims "ludicrous," the MEA said such assertions further damage the already strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada.   "We do not normally comment on media reports. However, such ludicrous statements made to a newspaper purportedly by a Canadian government source should be dismissed with the contempt they deserve. Smear campaigns like this only further damage our already strained ties," said Randhir Jaiswal, the MEA Official Spokesperson.   Our response to queries regarding a report in Canadian media: https://t.co/1IAUR...
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When Pete Hegseth said he doesn’t wash his hands because ‘germs are not real thing’ – Times of India

The sexual misconduct allegation against Pete Hegseth caught Trump team off guard. Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary Pete Hegseth has gone viral for his tattoos, for his opinion on women in combat roles but the most outrageous and recent one is his old video as a Fox News host where he said he had not washed his hands in last 10 years because germs are not real. The video has gone viral amid outrage over Donald Trump's cabinet picks -- and Pete Hegseth is one of the outrageous picks. Pete Hegseth has three wives and seven children and has recently been accused of a sexual misconduct allegation -- though his lawyer said it was a consensual thing but Hegseth was coerced into paying the woman during the #MeToo movement. Given all this, Donald Trump's transition team is not happy with ...
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India, Guyana Ink 5 Pacts; PM Modi Says ‘We Identified Many New Initiatives To Expand Cooperati

India and Guyana on Wednesday agreed to ramp up cooperation in areas of defence, trade, energy, pharmaceutical and agriculture as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali held extensive talks focusing on bolstering the overall relations. The two sides inked five agreements that will provide for cooperation in a range of sectors such as hydrocarbons, healthcare, culture and agriculture. In his media statement, Modi said Guyana will play a significant role in India's energy security and that a framework will be created for long-term partnership between the two countries in the sector. The visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Guyana after 56 years is an important milestone in bilateral relations, he said. The prime minister arrived here last night from the Brazil...
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Maharashtra elections: Independent candidate Balasaheb Shinde dies after collapsing at polling booth | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: An independent candidate from the Beed assembly seat died when the Maharashtra polls were underway on Wednesday, a police official said.Balasaheb Shinde (43), a resident of Beed city, collapsed at the Chhatrapati Shahu Vidyalay polling booth between 2 pm and 3 pm.He was rushed to a local hospital and later to a private medical facility in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, where he lost his life during treatment, the official said.Yogesh Kshirsagar of Ajit Pawar's NCP and Sandip Kshirsagar of NCP (SP) headed by Sharad Pawar are among the 31 candidates in the fray in the constituency in the state's Marathwada region. The two are nephews of former Maharashtra minister Jaydatta Kshirsagar.Beed recorded a voter turnout of 51.92 per cent as of 5 pm.All 288 assembly seats in Maharashtra went ...
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Ravi Shastri picks two Indian players who can give Australia major headache in Border Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

File photo of Ravi Shastri (Getty Images) The Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) is less than 48 hours away, and Ravi Shastri is one who knows the inside-out of a tour of Australia both as a former all-rounder and former India coach. In the latest episode of the 'The ICC Review', Shastri picked the Indian and Australian players to watch out for.Australia will host India for a five-match BGT beginning Perth on November 22, where India will not just defend the trophy but also try to stay in the top two of the World Test Championship (WTC) table after conceding their top spot to Australia after the 0-3 whitewash at home against New Zealand.Shastri, who was India's coach during the historic triumphs on the last two tours of Australia, said Yashasvi Jaiswal among the batters and Jasprit Bumrah among ...
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Rope car facility resumes at Palani Murugan temple | India News – Times of India

DINDIGUL: The rope car facility at the Palani Murugan temple opened to the public following pujas from Wednesday onwards after being closed for maintenance for more than a month. Officials said that works are also on for a possible new line of rope car service at the temple.One of the six abodes of Lord Murugan, the Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple at Palani in Dindigul district, sees hundreds of devotees visiting every day not only from Tamil Nadu but also from other states and even countries. Devotees usually reach the hill temple by rope car, winch train, or through steps. Annual maintenance work of the temple’s rope car facility commenced from Oct 7 this year with devotees having to opt for alternatives during the period since then.On Wednesday, after special pujas were performed,...
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Bitcoin Scam Case: CBI Summons Gaurav Mehta, Names 2 Accused In FIR Amid ED Raids, Maharashtra

Gain Bitcoin Scam Case: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) intensified their investigations into the alleged Bitcoin Ponzi scam involving Gaurav Mehta on Wednesday, following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) explosive claims against Congress and NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) leaders. The BJP alleged that cryptocurrency was being misused to influence the Maharashtra Assembly elections, which concluded voting on Wednesday.   The BJP on Tuesday shared purported voice notes claiming that Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole and Baramati MP Supriya Sule of the NCP (SP) were involved in plans to encash Bitcoin to fund election campaigns. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi asserted, "It is clear that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has seen the writing on t...
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Yunus government cancels passports of 22 veteran security and military officials

Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh’s interim government. File. | Photo Credit: AP In a major crackdown on the veteran security officials, the interim government of Bangladesh this week has ordered the cancellation of passports of twenty-two officials who served in the powerful intelligence and law enforcement agencies including the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB). In a notification, the Home Ministry of Bangladesh announced that the passports of these veteran officers were being cancelled as they are currently under investigation for disappearing political opponents during the Sheikh Hasina presidency. The notification further stated that there were primary evidence of their involvement in abduction of opponents a...
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In eye of cash-for-votes row, Vinod Tawde, groomed by Munde & Mahajan, no stranger to intra-party politics

What made the entire episode even more bizarre was that the three of them—Kshitij, Hitendra and Tawde—then left the hotel in the same car, making jokes about going out to eat together and sharing the pot.Hitendra Thakur later told reporters he took Tawde along on the suggestions of the police to safely get him out of the hotel, away from the angry crowd of workers from across parties.The Thakurs said they had got the tip-off about Tawde from members of the BJP itself. All stakeholders—the Thakurs, members of the Opposition, even some members of the BJP and political commentators—were slightly baffled about why a seasoned politician like Tawde with four decades of experience would go to Nalasopara less than 24 hours before elections, with or without cash.What seemed to stun people less was ...
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K-pop stars Ailee and Choi Si Hun announce their wedding | – Times of India

K-pop soloist Ailee and 'Single's Inferno' star turned entrepreneur Choi Si Hun have thrilled fans as they have announced they are ready to take the next step in their relationship by getting married.A2Z Entertainment has revealed that their wedding will be taking place on April 20, 2025. Ailee and Choi Si Hun both thanked the fans and put up some heart-wrenching messages as they headed toward a lifetime of happiness together."With your love, I’ve become the bright and energetic person that I am today. Now I have met someone who I can share all this love with, and I have decided to get married… (He is) a reliable and strong person who gave me a shoulder to lean on and who I could rely on for care. I felt like I could spend the rest of my life with him because of his understanding and consi...
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CBSE Board Exam Time table 2025 announced for class 10 and 12: Check detailed schedule here – Times of India

CBSE Board Exam Date sheet 2025 announced CBSE Board Exam Time table 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced the examination schedule for the upcoming CBSE Board Exam 2025. Notably the board released the date sheet nearly 86 days before the examinations. This is a significant improvement compared to the previous year, with the timetable being made available 23 days earlier than in 2024.According to the schedule, exams for CBSE Secondary School Examination 2025 will commence on February 15th and go on till March 18th, 2025. For the CBSE Senior School Certificate Exam 2025, the exams also begin on February 15th 2025 and end on April 4th, 2025. Here are the detailed time tables for both class 10 and 12-CBSE Board Exam 2025 Time table for class 10Date and TimeSubject CodeS...
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Video | Maharashtra Polls Over: Maha Impact On National Politics?

The economic heart of India has voted, the results in India's wealthiest state will set the tone for the future of Indian politics. If Mahayuti wins Maharashtra then it will give great impetus to the BJP and will be a big setback for the Opposition. The Haryana surprise victory for the BJP was a result of its well oiled election winning machine and if that continues in Maharashtra then BJP and its allies would be aggressively dominating the political discourse going ahead.Source link
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After Kolkata Durga Puja Fiasco, ‘Insta Model’ Sparks Row With ‘Towel Dance’ At India Gate

A Kolkata-based model who had recently received backlash for wearing "indecent" clothes to a Durga Puja pandal has once again raised eyebrows on social media with her towel dance at the India Gate in Delhi. The model, Sannati Mitra, posted a video on her social media account on Instagram in which she can be seen dancing in a towel while lip-syncing to a song from the Bollywood classic Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. The video looked like a recreation of Actor Kajol's dance sequence in the film where her character 'Simran' danced in a towel in her room. However, several netizens were outraged as they did not like that she was dancing in a towel at such a significant public place.  The video was uploaded on International Men's Day and has garnered over one million views since it was uploaded on...
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India ranked 26th in Children’s Climate Risk: Unicef report highlights urgent action required | India News – Times of India

Unicef’s "The State of the World’s Children 2024" report NEW DELHI: India has been ranked 26th out of 163 countries in Unicef’s "The State of the World’s Children 2024" report, spotlighting the severe climate risks facing its children. The report examines the interplay of demographic shifts, climate crises, and technological advances, identifying these as critical forces shaping the lives of 2.3 billion children projected globally by 2050.Nearly one billion children worldwide face extreme vulnerability to climate and environmental hazards, with Indian children disproportionately affected. The report reveals that by the 2040s, up to 34 million people in India could be impacted by extreme river flooding, while coastal floods may affect 18 million by the 2070s. Rising temperatures and air pol...
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Pollsters split on Jharkhand, 1 predicts INDIA bloc, 2 NDA win; 2 others forecast hung assembly

New Delhi: Pollsters were split in their prediction for Jharkhand, with one giving a clear majority to the INDIA bloc, two others giving a majority to the NDA and another two predicting a hung house. The majority mark in the 81-member Jharkhand assembly is 42. The Times Now-JVC exit poll predicted 40-44 seats for BJP-led NDA and 30-40 for INDIA bloc comprising the ruling JMM-Congress combine and their smaller allies. Dainik Bhaskar, too, predicted a hung house with 37-40 seats for the NDA and 36-39 for the INDIA bloc. Matrize predicted 42-47 seats for NDA, and 25-30 for INDIA bloc. Peoples Pulse had a similar prediction—between 44-53 seats for the NDA and 25-37 for the INDIA bloc. Show Full Article The only outlier, among the five exit polls factored, was Axis...
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How Kim Kardashian’s collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana crashed this website – Times of India

The website for Kim Kardashian's new SKIMS x Dolce & Gabbana collaboration crashed shortly after its launch reportedly due to overwhelming demand. According to a report by TMZ, customers who visited the site were met with an "unexpected server error" message. The collaboration, which features a range of lingerie and loungewear designed by Kardashian and Dolce & Gabbana, generated significant buzz online. The website crash highlights the high level of interest in the collection. However, the site is now up and running, the report added.Take a look at the Instagram posts promoting the collaborationKim Kardashian promotes the SKIMS x Dolce & Gabbana collaboration with sister KourtneyKim Kardashian has enlisted her sister Kourtney for the ad campaign of her new SKIMS x Dolce & ...
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Broadcaster has said no to hybrid Champions Trophy, claims former Pakistan batter | Cricket News – Times of India

File image of India captain Rohit Sharma shaking hands with former Pakistan captain Babar Azam (Photo Source: X) As the impasse over the Champions Trophy hosting and scheduling continues, former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali has claimed that the tournament's official broadcaster has said 'no' to the hybrid model or to have India and Pakistan in different pools. After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) refused to send the Indian team to Pakistan -- the designated hosts of the tournament, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a tough stance with strong objection to a hybrid model, which will allow India to play their matches at a neutral venue, while the rest of tournament is hosted in Pakistan.In fact, the PCB chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, has gone on record to say that the hybrid...
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‘Whenever Pant is around…’: Ravindra Jadeja highlights Rishabh’s impact on Team India | Cricket News – Times of India

Rishabh Pant. (Pic Credit - X) NEW DELHI: Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja on Wednesday opened up about the invaluable role Rishabh Pant plays in the Indian cricket team.Reflecting on his impact, Jadeja highlighted Pant's energy while speaking to 7 Cricket, terming him as one of the best wicketkeeper-batters in the country at the moment."He is a very exciting cricketer. Whenever Pant is around in the team, he always makes everyone laugh; he is one of the best," Jadeja said.Pant, who was the hero of the final Test win at Gabba in 2021, is in exceptional form this time as well, and the excitement surrounding him continues to grow among both Australian and Indian fans ahead of the five-Test series for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting in Perth on November 22.India likely to hand two debuts...
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Mahayuti to retain Maharashtra in tight contest, exit polls predict, with BJP single largest party
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Mahayuti to retain Maharashtra in tight contest, exit polls predict, with BJP single largest party

Mumbai: It is good news for the Mahayuti, with most pollsters predicting a comfortable victory for the ruling alliance over the Maha Vikas Aghadi after the Wednesday assembly elections in Maharashtra. Exit polls predicted a tight contest, with an over 45% vote share for the Mahayuti and a 41% vote share for the MVA. The BJP, according to the exit polls, will emerge as the single-largest party. The Maharashtra assembly has a total of 288 seats, which means that any alliance or party has to hit the 145-seat majority mark to form the government in the state. Show Full Article Peoples Pulse, ABP-Matrize, and News 24-Chanakya exit polls gave the Mahayuti, which includes Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, BJP, and Ajit Pawar-led NCP, a simple majority with 150-180 seats.T...
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BSF Recruitment 2024: Selection process for multiple posts revised, check new guidelines here – Times of India

Important Changes in BSF Selection Process for Multiple 2024 Recruitments. (Representative Image) BSF Recruitment 2024: The Border Security Force (BSF) has announced important modifications to its selection process through a corrigendum notice released on 20 November 2024. These changes affect several recruitment drives for the year 2024, including those for Group B and C posts in various sectors such as the Inspector (Librarian), SMT Workshop, Veterinary Staff, Paramedical Staff, Air Wing, Water Wing, and Engineering Setup.Revised Selection Process for BSF RecruitmentThe BSF recruitment process will now follow a phased approach across multiple stages. The first phase includes the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Candidates will undergo the PST to assess the...
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Minimise Inconvenience, Cancel Flights Delayed By Over 3 Hours: Aviation Minister Directs Airli

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu chaired a high-level meeting to assess the readiness in view of the early onset of fog and smog in the national capital region. The meeting was attended by Secretary and senior officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, India Meteorological Department, DGCA, BCAS, Delhi airport operator, and representatives of various airlines. During the meeting, Naidu emphasised the significance of following a passenger-centric approach which is aligned to his vision of 'Ease of Flying'. He also underscored the need to focus on passenger safety and convenience.  He reviewed the readiness of the Airport Operation Control Room given the foggy weather, and stressed that coordination between the airlines, ATC, ground handlers, and airport operators be maintained to...
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