Day: November 21, 2024

World TV Day: Soumya To Anupamaa, Female TV Characters Who Inspired Change; IN PICS

From Smriti Irani’s unforgettable portrayal of Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi to Rupali Ganguly's Anupama, and Radhika Muthukumar’s portrayal of Vrinda in Main Dil Tum Dhadkan, these characters have redefined the roles of women on television. If you're looking for some powerful, thought-provoking television, these shows should definitely be on your list.Sandhya Rathi - Diya Aur Baati Hum: Sandhya, played by Deepika Singh in Diya Aur Baati Hum, is a woman who defies the odds to pursue her dream of becoming an IPS officer despite the traditional constraints of her conservative marital home. Initially, it seemed impossible for her to achieve this goal, as her family expected her to focus solely on household duties. However, Sandhya’s determination, supported by her husband Sooraj, dr...

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Science

Google doodle today: Search engine celebrates November’s Half Moon cycle with card game – Times of India

Google has created an interactive Doodle game for this Friday's Half Moon cycle conclusion. The search engine's homepage was transformed into an interactive celestial experience on Thursday, celebrating the Half Moon with an educational card game where users compete against the moon itself.Players engage in a matching challenge where they must pair different lunar phases to create complete moon cycles. The game comprises three levels, with points awarded for successful matches, leading to ultimate victory.The November 21 Doodle introduces players to a lunar-themed matching game. Before beginning, participants receive essential information about November's Half Moon phase and its significance.In the game, users compete with the moon by pairing lunar phases. Each correct pair earns points. C...

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GM Layoffs: Firm Fires Employee Of 38 Years Via Email At 5 AM; Details Here

GM Layoffs: General Motors (GM) has laid off around 1,000 employees worldwide as part of a cost-cutting initiative to strengthen its position in the competitive automotive market. Most of those affected were white-collar workers, who were notified of their layoffs via email early Friday morning. Adam Bernard, a GM veteran with 38 years of service, was among those impacted by the layoffs. In a LinkedIn post, Bernard, who served as Associate Director of Competitor Intelligence, shared his shock at the firm’s decision to let him go. In his LinkedIn post, Bernard wrote, “Well, in unexpected news, I was let go from GM at 5.07 am this morning via email, along with (I hear unofficially) about 1,000 people globally. I wonder what I should do next...?Bernard joined GM in 1986 as an analyst. Over ...

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Sarah McBride: Republican speaker backs proposal to ban transgender women from women’s restrooms in US Congress, Sarah McBride responds | World News – Times of India

After House Speaker Mike Johnson indicated support for Republic proposal preventing Trans Congresswoman elected from Delaware Sarah McBride from using women's restrooms in the Capitol , McBride said that she will use the men’s restroom on Capitol Hill. In her statement, she said that she is not here to fight about bathrooms but to fight for Delawareans. She added, "I'm not here to fight about bathrooms. I'm here to fight for Delawareans and to bring down costs facing families. Like all members, I will follow the rules as outlined by Speaker Johnson, even if I disagree with them."She further said, "This effort to distract from the real issues facing this country hasn't distracted me over the last several days, as I've remained hard at work preparing to represent the greatest state in the un...

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‘When Rohit Sharma returns…’: Ricky Ponting reveals ‘potential disruption’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The legendary Ricky Ponting, who on Thursday maintained his prediction of a 3-1 series victory for Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, believed that captain Rohit Sharma joining the Indian team in the second Test at Adelaide could be a "potential disruption" for the visitors. On Friday, the highly anticipated five-match Test series begins in Perth. Rohit will miss the series opener since he is on a paternity leave. In his place, the Indian squad is being captained by pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah.Border-Gavaskar Trophy"I just think there's potential for more disruption through their campaign with Sharma coming back and whatever else. So I'll stick with it (3-1 verdict in favour of Australia)," Ponting said on ICC Review."(...

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Entertainment

New mom Deepika Padukone shares her skin-care routine post the birth of daughter Dua Padukone Singh with a hilarious VIDEO – WATCH | Hindi Movie News – Times of India

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh became parents to a beautiful baby girl this year in September. They recently announced her name as Dua Padukone Singh. While DP is busy being a doting mom and spending most of her time with the little one, the actress keeps her fans updated about her new life through reels and memes on social media, which are too cute to miss. For instance, Deepika has now given a glimpse of her skincare routine after she's become a mother.This funny reel sees a man just washing his face with water and nothing else and it read, "My skincare routine after becoming a new mom." Interestingly, Deepika has launched a skincare brand and yet looks like she doesn't seem to find time for her skincare with a complex routine. Netizens found deep relatability with this reel and drop...

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Imran Khan Placed Under Arrest Again Hours After Bail In Toshakhana Case

Islamabad, Nov 21 (PTI) The chances for the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan vanished after he was arrested in a protest case hours after getting bail in a case of alleged corruption, a media report said on Thursday. The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday granted him bail in the second Toshakhana case related to the purchase of an expensive Bulgari jewellery set at a throwaway price, igniting hopes of his release. However, hours later, Rawalpindi police arrested him late at night in connection with a case registered at New Town Police Station on terrorism and other charges. The police alleged that Khan, while imprisoned in Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, had called for a protest in Rawalpindi on September 28. Dawn newspaper quoted a police spokesperson as saying that Khan...

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Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Jasprit Bumrah shares a big update on Mohammed Shami, says ‘if everything goes well …’ | Cricket News – Times of India

File Pic: Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: India's stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah, leading the team in the absence of Rohit Sharma, has suggested that Mohammed Shami might join the Test squad during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This depends on Shami's continued progress in his recovery.The absence of Shami has been a significant point of discussion leading up to the five-Test series against Australia. The first Test is scheduled to start on Friday at Perth's Optus Stadium.Border-Gavaskar TrophyShami has been absent from international cricket since the ODI World Cup 2023 final. However, he recently returned to action in the Ranji Trophy, representing Bengal. He delivered a powerful performance against Madhya Pradesh, taking 7 wickets for 156 runs in two innings, d...

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Shark Tank Pakistan: A 300-Crore Pakistani Rupee Pitch Stuns Judges. Here’s What Happened

Shark Tank Pakistan’s pitches are going viral on the internet for both right and wrong reasons. Some of the pitches got audiences’ attention because of their unique and deserving nature, while on the other hand, some pitches went viral because they were far away from reality and came out as funny for both audiences and Shark Tank Judges. In a recent clip from the show that is going viral on social media, a participant can be seen asking for 300 crores Pakistani rupees in funding after finishing his pitch in return for 3 per cent equity, which left the judges shocked and surprised at the same time. The pitcher kept his company’s valuation of 10,000 crores Pakistani rupees. After this, sharks enquired about his company's sales, to which he responded that his sales for 2023 were...

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Hindu Girl In Pakistan Kidnapped, Forcefully Converted, Then Married To Muslim Man

A 10-year-old Hindu girl was abducted and forcibly married to a Muslim man in Pakistan's Sindh province, but authorities managed to rescue her. The incident highlighted a troubling trend of kidnapping, forced conversion, and marriage of underage Hindu girls in rural areas of Pakistan. According to Shiva Kachhi, president of the Pakistan Darawar Ittehad, an NGO advocating for minority rights, a 15-year-old Hindu girl was married off to a 50-year-old Muslim man in a separate case. She remains missing. Kachhi noted that corrupt police officers often collaborate to create fake documents, which are presented in court when the victims' families seek justice. The recent abduction of the 10-year-old girl occurred in Kot Ghulam Muhammad village in Mirpurkhas, where the girl was taken from outside h...

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Wasim Jaffer and Michael Vaughan engage in debate ahead of the Perth Test: ‘Pressure on Australia or India?’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Pat Cummins and Jasprit Bumrah with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. (Photo credit: Cricket Australia) NEW DELHI: The much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy kicks off on Friday at the Optus Stadium in Perth, marking the start of a five-Test series between hosts Australia and India. The clash promises high drama as India, having dominated the rivalry in recent years, look to secure a third consecutive series win on Australian soil. India enter the series with the momentum of four straight BGT series victories - two at home and two in Australia. The hosts, on the other hand, are eager to reclaim the trophy, with their last triumph in the contest dating back to the 2014-15 series. Border-Gavaskar TrophyThis historic matchup comes with added pressure for the Australians, as their star-studded line...

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Life Style

How Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal met his wife Grecia Munoz: Their love story – Times of India

Deepinder Goyal with wife Grecia Munoz Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal often makes the headlines-- be it for his hush-hush wedding with Mexican model-entrepreneur Grecia Munoz or more recently, his unusual job listing for the position of Head of Staff in his office. What amused people lately about the job posting was that instead of offering the Head of Staff a good package, the Zomato CEO posted on social media that the person would have to pay INR 20 lakh per annum to work in his company! Bizzare, isn't it?While Deepinder Goyal's professional life is quite in the news, not much is known about his personal life. Earlier in 2024 Deepinder surprised his fans and followers when they came to know that he had married a Mexican model- entrepreneur. Not much is known about his wife Grecia Munoz, who ...

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Astrology and Tattoos: Choosing Ink Based on Your Chart – Times of India

Tattoos are more than just ink on skin; they can be personal symbols, stories, and expressions of one’s identity. What better way to choose a tattoo than by tapping into the cosmic energy of astrology? Each zodiac sign is tied to specific traits, and these traits can guide the design and meaning behind the tattoo. Here’s how to choose the perfect ink based on one’s birth chart. Aries, known for their boldness and competitive spirit, would gravitate toward tattoos that symbolize strength, leadership, and adventure. A fierce lion, an eagle in flight, or a powerful flame would resonate with their fiery nature. Aries individuals don’t shy away from tattoos that make a statement and reflect their fearless attitude. Taurus, ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty and love, loves all things luxuriou...

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Watch: 3-year-old Barron Trump talks about his ‘love for drums’ to Melania – Times of India

A rare video of three-year-old Barron Trump, US President-elect Donald Trump's youngest child has surfaced on the internet. Young Barron Trump is seen in the arms of his mother Melania Trump in the video. The video is recorded at a charity event in 2009. The video shows Barron sharing his birthday wish list with the media. He endearingly tells his mother that he wants to have a big drum as birthday present. The video shows the mother and son having a heartwarming conversation. Melania asks him, "you want to tell something?" Barron dressed in tiny suit says in a Slovenian accent, "I like to play drums, like on the television, the big ones". Melania says, "Maybe for birthday, you will get drums."Yesterday, an endearing video of a young Barron Trump, dressed in a suit and holding a briefcase,...

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‘Timing raises questions’: BJP targets Congress over Adani indictment in US | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: After US charged Gautam Adani in alleged bribe and fraud scheme, BJP leader Amit Malviya on Thursday questioned the timing of report "just before the Parliament session and Donald Trump’s impending Presidency."The saffron party leader resorted to the "George Soros" rhetoric to lash out at Congress saying that all the states in question were ruled by the opposition when the alleged act took place."Since the power was costly, the SDCs were not willing to buy. Therefore, the Adanis (in collusion with Azure Power; a US firm) paid the equivalent of US $265 million to SDCs based in Odisha (BJD ruled), Tamilnadu (DMK), Chhattisgarh (Congress) and Andhra Pradesh (YSRCP) between Jul 21 and Feb 22 (by far the largest to AP)," he said in a post on X.Malviya called out on the grand old part...

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Culture

Video | Google May Be Forced To Sell Its Chrome Browser. Here’s Why

Alphabet Inc.'s Google might have to sell Chrome, the world's most widely used browser. The US Department of Justice (DoJ) reportedly wants the court to order Alphabet Inc. to sell off the browser to dismantle the monopoly Google has over the internet search market and related advertising. Google, meanwhile, said that if it is forced to sell Chrome, the move would harm its consumers and businesses.Source link

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Congress calls for JPC into Adani Group deals after US indict Gautam Adani in alleged bribery case

New Delhi: After a US District Court in New York charged the Chairman of the Adani Group, Gautam Adani, linking him and others to an alleged bribery and fraud scheme, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said on Thursday that it vindicated the demand that the Congress was making for a Joint Parliamentary Committee investigation into the various alleged scams. In a post on X, Jairam said, “The indictment of Gautam Adani and others by the Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) of the US vindicates the demand that the Indian National Congress has been making since Jan 2023 for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) investigation into the various Modani scams. The INC had asked a hundred questions in its Hum Adani ke Hain (HAHK) series bringing out the various dimensions of these scams and of the ...

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Ford Layoffs: Automaker To Slash 4,000 Jobs In Europe. Know Why

Ford has announced plans to eliminate nearly 4,000 jobs across Europe by the end of 2027, amounting to about 14 per cent of its regional workforce. The move comes as the automaker grapples with waning demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and mounting pressure from Chinese competitors. The job cuts, primarily targeting Germany and the United Kingdom, are subject to consultation with labor unions. "The global auto industry continues to be in a period of disruption, especially in Europe, where the industry faces unprecedented competitive, regulatory, and economic headwinds," Ford stated. Dave Johnston, Ford's European vice-president for transformation and partnerships, noted the necessity of the measures, saying, "It is critical to take difficult but decisive action to ensure Ford's future comp...

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Jasprit Bumrah: We are not carrying any baggage from New Zealand series

India’s captain Jasprit Bumrah speaks during a press conference at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 21, 2024, ahead of the first cricket Test between Australia and India. | Photo Credit: AFP India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah on Thursday (November 21, 2024) insisted that his team is not carrying any baggage from the unprecedented 0-3 defeat at home against New Zealand as it embarks on a challenging Test series against fierce rivals Australia. The five-match Test series starts here on Friday (November 22, 2024). "When you win you start from zero but when you lose, then also you also start from zero. We are not carrying any baggage from India. Yes, we have our learnings from the New Zealand series but...

21Nov

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Rupee turns flat at 84.42 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Image used for representational purpose. | Photo Credit: Reuters The rupee turned flat at 84.42 against the U.S. dollar in early trade on Thursday (November 21, 2024) amid volatile crude oil prices and lackluster sentiment in the domestic equity markets.A weaker American currency supported the local unit, but it was weighed down by the relentless outflow of foreign funds, forex traders said.Also read | Adani stocks crash on U.S. action on alleged bribery and fraudAt the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 84.41 and slipped further to 84.42 against the greenback, trading at its previous closing level in early deals.On Tuesday, the rupee settled flat at 84.42 against the U.S. dollar. The foreign exch...

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AUS vs IND, Perth Weather and Pitch Report: How will ‘unseasonal’ rain affect the 1st Test? | Cricket News – Times of India

A general view of the Optus Stadium in Perth. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia kicks off on Friday at the Optus Stadium in Perth. With both teams vying for crucial points to secure a spot in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final next year, the opening match is set to be a pivotal encounter. Australia currently leads the WTC standings, closely followed by India, making this series critical for both sides.Border-Gavaskar TrophyWeather forecast and its impactThe weather in Perth could play a significant role in shaping the dynamics of the match. According to AccuWeather, the eve of the match is expected to be cloudy with a 20% chance of rain in the afternoon. While conditions are predicted to improve by evening, showers ar...

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Astrology and Travel Buddies: Which Sign Makes the Best Companion? – Times of India

When it comes to traveling, the right companion can make or break the experience. The stars align in mysterious ways, and certain zodiac signs just seem destined to be the ideal travel buddy. Whether it's a road trip across the country or a spontaneous adventure to a distant land, each sign brings something unique to the table. First up, Sagittarius. Known as the wanderers of the zodiac, Sagittarians are born adventurers with an insatiable curiosity about the world. They're the type to suggest a spontaneous detour or wander down a hidden alley in search of a new experience. Their optimistic energy and love for exploration make them the perfect travel companion for anyone looking to experience the world with a free spirit. Next, Cancer is a surprisingly solid choice. While they may not be a...

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