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Bareilly Bridge Deaths: 4 PWD Engineers Booked, Google Maps Official Under Probe

Bareilly Bridge Deaths: Police in Uttar Pradesh's Budaun have registered a case against four engineers from the Public Works Department (PWD) and an unnamed official of Google Maps in connection with the deaths of three men. The victims, two brothers, and their friend, died after their car rolled over an under-construction bridge while following directions from the navigation app.  The car plunged into the Ramganga River from a partially constructed bridge in the Dataganj Police Station area early on Sunday. The deceased have been identified as Nitin and Ajit, both aged 30 and from Farrukhabad district, and Amit, 40, from Mainpuri district. The three were travelling from Noida to Faridpur in Bareilly to attend a wedding when the accident occurred near the Bareilly-Budaun border, news agenc...
Business

Protest In Support Of Imran Khan Turns Violent In Pakistan, 1 Policeman Killed, Dozen Civilian 

Islamabad/Lahore, Nov 25 (PTI): At least one policeman was killed and dozens injured in clashes on Monday as thousands of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf protestors entered the territorial jurisdiction of the national capital on the call of the party founder Imran Khan. The 72-year-old former premier, who has been in jail since August last year, issued a "final call" on November 13 for nationwide protests on November 24, denouncing what he termed as the stolen mandate, the unjust arrests of people and the passage of the 26th amendment, which he said has strengthened a “dictatorial regime”. Led by Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and Khan's wife Bushra Bibi, the marchers began their journey from the militancy-hit province on Sunday with the mission to stage a sit-in at the D...
Business

‘India’s Global Role Critical For Lasting Peace’: Ukraine FM After Talks With EAM Jaishankar In

Rome, Nov 25 (PTI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met his counterparts from several countries, including the UK, France and Ukraine, here and discussed ways to deepen cooperation in multiple sectors as well as regional and international developments. Jaishankar, who arrived here on Sunday on a three-day visit, started the day by meeting British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in Rome. "Appreciate the steady momentum in India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Discussed deepening cooperation in technology, green energy, trade, mobility, as well as ongoing developments in Indo-Pacific and West Asia," he said in a post on X. He also met France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and discussed Indo-Pacific, Ukraine and global issues. "Nice to meet FM @jnbarrot of France in...
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Scars to Your Beautiful: The Dark Traits of Each Zodiac Sign – Times of India

Every zodiac sign has its strengths, but nobody is perfect. Every trait has an extremity, meaning all traits that can be challenging. The more you indulge yourself, give into what you feel, and give into what you think is right in an echo chamber, the more extreme your tendencies get without you even realising it. The key to stopping yourself from being overindulgent with your own personality is to understand, first and foremost, what you tend to and where it might lead if this keeps going.Recognising these helps us understand ourselves and others better. Let’s explore the darker tendencies of each sign.AriesAries can be impatient and quick to anger. Their drive to act immediately may lead to rash decisions and conflict with others.TaurusTaurus can hold onto their opinions too tightly, ref...
Culture

Video | Adani Group पर अमेरिकी आरोप और भारत में उस पर शुरु हुई साजिश को कैसे मिला मुंहतोड़ जवाब?

Adani Group News: अदाणी ग्रुप के खिलाफ अमेरिकी नियामक एजेंसी सीएसी के बेतुके आरोपों की पोल खुल गई है। उन आरोपों की हवा निकल गई है। हम आपको विस्तार से बताएंगे कि कैसे अंतरराष्ट्रीय वित्तीय संस्थाओं से लेकर विदेशी मामलों के विशेषज्ञों और कानून के जानकारों ने अदाणी ग्रुप पर बेबुनियादी आरोप लगाने वालों को करारा जवाब दिया है। वैसे करारा जवाब बाजार ने भी दिया जब सोमवार को अदाणी ग्रुप के साथ शेयर बाजार ने बढ़त बनाई। उससे पहले महाराष्ट्र चुनाव के नतीजों ने बता दिया कि जनता विकास चाहती है, विकास के खिलाफ साजिश नहीं।(Disclaimer: New Delhi Television is a subsidiary of AMG Media Networks Limited, an Adani Group Company.) Source link...
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Boy dies due to choking after eating more than three pooris together | India News – Times of India

HYDERABAD: A 11-year-old boy died here on Monday allegedly due to choking, after eating more than three pooris at a time while having lunch at school, police said. The boy's father said in a complaint to police that he received a call from the school informing him about his son consuming "more than three puris" together leading to breathlessness. The boy, a student of sixth standard, was rushed to a nearby private hospital by the school staff.The hospital staff, however, referred him to a private super-specialty hospital for better treatment. The doctors there, who checked his health condition, declared him dead. Source link
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Did Rachel Maddow cry over Elon Musk’s meme about buying MSNBC? Here’s the truth – Times of India

Did Rachel Maddow cry over Elon Musk’s meme about buying MSNBC? Here’s the truth A video of MSNBC host Rachel Maddow apparently breaking down live on air over Elon Musk’s meme about purchasing MSNBC has gone viral. However, the clip, which depicts Maddow tearing up over Musk’s meme, is an altered version of a broadcast from 2018.The meme Musk shared depicted a humorous scenario with a priest labelled “Elon Musk trying not to buy” and an MSNBC logo over a woman’s figure, fuelling speculation about Musk buying the network. The doctored video surfaced shortly after and claimed Maddow became emotional at the prospect of Musk purchasing MSNBC.Some users seized the moment to mock Maddow, accusing her of being overly dramatic. Comments ranged from claiming she cried because “her cash cow was endi...
Politics

Rashmi Shukla Reappointed As Maharashtra DGP After Mahayuti Win

Rashmi Shukla has been reappointed as Maharashtra Director General of Police (DGP) two days after Mahayuti win in the assembly polls.  The Election Commission earlier this month transferred Maharashtra DGP Rashmi Shukla with immediate effect on November 4. The EC had shifted Shukla temporarily after Congress alleged that she showed a clear bias against the opposition, pointing out that she was accused of illegal phone tapping. Shukla had met Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis, who holds the home portfolio in the outgoing government, on Saturday, on the day of counting of votes for Maharashtra assembly. Fadnavis's office said it was a courtesy call post the election. The Congress had demanded that the EC take action against the IPS officer for allegedly violating the model code of cond...
Business

73-Year-Old Indian National In Singapore Charged For Molesting Four Women On Flight

Singapore, Nov 25 (PTI): A 73-year-old Indian national was charged in a Singapore court on Monday for allegedly molesting four women while on board a Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight from the US to Singapore. Balasubramanian Ramesh is accused of molesting one of the women four times and is said to have targeted the three others once each on the flight on November 18. He was handed seven molestation charges in a district court on Monday, The Straits Times reported. Court documents do not disclose if the women were the carrier’s passengers or crew, and they cannot be named due to a gag order to protect their identities. Balasubramanian is accused of molesting the first alleged victim at around 3:15 am and his second alleged victim about five minutes later during the flight. He allegedly moles...
Politics

Schools In Delhi-NCR To Go In Hybrid Mode After Supreme Court Directive On Air Pollution

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Monday mandated a hybrid mode of education for schools and colleges in Delhi-NCR, balancing students’ health with educational needs amid persistent air pollution concerns. The directive follows the Supreme Court’s observation regarding the challenges faced by students, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds, during prolonged school closures.   The CAQM’s order stated: “All classes up to 12th Standard in schools and those in colleges/educational institutions are to be conducted in a hybrid mode, i.e., both in physical and online modes, wherever online mode is feasible. The option to exercise online education, wherever available, shall vest with the students and their guardians.”   This directive applies to educational institut...
Politics

TotalEnergies pauses business with Adani, says it was not aware of U.S. investigation

TotalEnergies purchased a 19.75% stake in Adani Green Energy in January 2021 - after the Indian company won what was then the world’s largest solar order, and just months before the payments to officials were alleged to have begun. | Photo Credit: Reuters French oil major TotalEnergies SE was not informed of a U.S. investigation into possible bribery and corruption at Adani Green Energy Limited, it said on Monday (November 25, 2024), adding it will stop financial contributions to investments with Adani Group companies following last week's U.S. federal indictment."Until such time when the accusations against the Adani group individuals and their consequences have been clarified, TotalEnergies will not make any ...
Sports

IPL auction drama: Confusion between RCB and DC for Swastik Chikara bid | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The drama unfolded on the second day of the IPL 2025 mega auction when Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru engaged in a bidding war over Swastik Chikara.RCB initiated the bidding at the base price of Rs 30 lakh and secured the player at that amount. However, confusion arose when DC head coach Hemang Badani claimed that they had also raised their paddle.Auctioneer Maliika Sagar later acknowledged her oversight, admitting she had missed DC's bid. Despite the misunderstanding, the player was awarded to RCB.Chikara, who was the leading run-scorer in the UP T20 League 2024, was picked up by the Delhi Capitals for Rs. 20 lacs in the IPL 2024 auction. However, his debut season ended without any appearance. Chikara made the 2024 UP T20 League his playground, where he claimed ...
Business

Russia’s Military Bigger Since Launch Of Ukraine Attack But Quality Has Decreased, Says NATO

The land forces of Russia have grown in size since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, but their overall quality has declined, a senior NATO military official stated on Monday. "The quality of those forces has gone down," said Admiral Rob Bauer, Chair of NATO's Military Committee, highlighting issues with the troops' equipment and training levels. Emphasising the importance of increasing investment into the defence industry, he told the news agency Reuters, "At the moment, the Russians are not the same threat as in February 2022, so we have a bit of time to prepare ourselves." Russia Launches Ballistic Missile At Ukraine Russia launched a hypersonic intermediate-range ballistic missile at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday (November 21). The offensive came in re...
Life Style

Cheating on your spouse is not a crime anymore in THIS city – Times of India

A century-old law which could earlier land a person in jail for three months on the grounds of cheating on their partner has now been repealed.On November 22, New York repealed its 1907 adultery law which was seldom used. According to it, cheating on one's spouse, if proven true, could land the adulterer in prison for three months. The reason for repealing the law: It was too difficult to enforce and was considered to be outdated for a long time.Gov.Kathy Hochul signed a bill on November 23, thus repealing the law. Commenting on it, she said, "While I’ve been fortunate to share a loving married life with my husband for 40 years— making it somewhat ironic for me to sign a bill decriminalizing adultery— I know that people often have complex relationships. These matters should clearly be hand...
Politics

Abhishek Bachchan Praises Wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Amid Divorce Rumour

New Delhi: While ‘I Want To Talk’, Abhishek Bachchan's most recent film, failed to break records at the box office, the actor's stunning performance in the film earned him critical acclaim. In response to the film's touching depiction of a father-daughter bond, Abhishek has spoken about his own roles as a parent and spouse. Abhishek recently thanked his wife, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, for her tremendous help in raising their daughter, Aaradhya. Speaking to The Hindu, he said, “In my household, I’m lucky I get to go out and make movies but I know that Aishwarya is at home with Aaradhya and I thank her immensely for that but I don’t think the kids look at it that way. They don’t look at you as a third person, they look at you as the first person.” Abhishek also talked about the underappreciate...
Politics

Mamata Banerjee elevates veterans in TMC, entrusts Abhishek with key national role | India News – Times of India

KOLKATA: TMC chief Mamata Banerjee on Monday formed several disciplinary committees at different levels, consisting of veteran loyalists, and gave additional responsibilities to national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee for raising issues of national importance in New Delhi. In a significant move, the party also elevated five veteran leaders including assembly Speaker Biman Banerjee, state minister Manas Bhunia and party MP Kalyan Banerjee, to the party's all-powerful working committee.Notably, party MP and Banerjee's nephew Abhishek, considered the party's de facto number two and who has been a key figure in the party's growth, will also raise issues of national importance in the country's capital. His appointment highlights the party's focus on enhancing its national presence and maki...
As Delhi Police arrest Gehlot’s ex-OSD Lokesh Sharma, a look back at 2020 Rajasthan phone-tapping scandal
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As Delhi Police arrest Gehlot’s ex-OSD Lokesh Sharma, a look back at 2020 Rajasthan phone-tapping scandal

New Delhi: More than three years after the Delhi Police booked him on charges of criminal conspiracy linked to the alleged phone-tapping of rebel Rajasthan Congress MLAs and Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Lokesh Sharma, ex-officer on special duty to former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot, was arrested Monday. He was, however, released on bail on the order of the Rohini court a few hours later. The case goes back to 2020, when Gehlot was fighting a rebellion led by his party colleague Sachin Pilot and some 30 Rajasthan Congress MLAs. The camp led by Gehlot had released audio tapes alleging that MLAs from the Pilot camp were in touch with BJP leader Shekhawat through an intermediary and were hatching a conspiracy to topple the then Congress government in the state. Shekhawat ...
Travel

FAFSA form for 2025-26 released: Application process and key things to keep in mind while applying – Times of India

The U.S. Department of Education officially released the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on November 21, 2024, ten days ahead of its expected December 1 launch date. The FAFSA provides students access to federal grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. This vital tool is a lifeline for millions of students seeking to pursue higher education without being held back by financial barriers.While FAFSA has traditionally been released on October 1, this year’s delay stemmed from a strategic overhaul to address recurring technical issues and ensure a seamless experience for applicants. In order to ensure a smoother, more reliable process, officials decided to push back the deadline to December 1, allowing additional time for testing and troubleshooting.The postponemen...
Politics

Sachin Tendulkar’s son Arjun Tendulkar remains unsold in IPL mega auction | Cricket News – Times of India

Arjun Tendulkar (X Photo) Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, went unsold in the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction. His debut for Mumbai against Haryana in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy occurred in 2021. Tendulkar bowls left-arm pace. His bowling style includes a curved run-up, sharp outswinger, good pace, and late swing.Arjun Tendulkar is also a left-handed batsman who can contribute valuable runs in the lower order.This all-around ability led to his selection by the Mumbai Indians in the 2021 IPL auction for his base price of INR 20 lakh.Arjun Tendulkar has shown promising development across various cricket formats. He has taken 37 wickets in 17 first-class matches, boasting a best of 5/25 and an average of 33.51.His List A and T20 records include 21 and 26 wick...
Sports

Prithvi Shaw finds no takers at IPL 2025 auction, remains unsold | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Prithvi Shaw faced a major setback at the IPL 2025 mega auction as the opening batter went unsold, with no franchises showing interest in acquiring him.Shaw's struggles with form and fitness have significantly impacted his value, leading to his exclusion from the bidding process.This development marks a significant blow to Shaw's efforts to reignite his career, especially after being released by Delhi Capitals ahead of the auction.With this disappointment, questions loom over Shaw's future in both the IPL and international cricket.Following disappointing performances in the first two rounds of the 2024 Ranji Trophy, he was dropped from Mumbai's squad for the third round.Reports indicate that the decision was influenced not just by his poor form but also by disciplinary concerns,...
Entertainment

Director Mansoor Khan feels audience forgave bad behaviour of Aamir Khan’s character in ‘Jo Jeeta Wahi Sikandar because of THIS | – Times of India

Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently spoke about her decision to turn her pristine white wedding dress into a black one after separating from her husband Naga Chaitanya.In an interview with Galatta India, Samantha spoke about the harsh labels and stigmas women face after a divorce, like being called "second-hand," "used," or having a "wasted life." She emphasised that these judgments create a lot of difficulty not only for the woman going through the divorce but also for her family.She highlighted that society pressures divorced women to feel like failures, guilty, and ashamed of their past marriage, making the experience challenging for everyone involved.The actress also shared that while her divorce initially hurt deeply, she eventually chose to embrace it. Instead of letting the situation defi...
Politics

‘Maha’ CM tussle: Shiv Sena pitches for Eknath Shinde with ‘Bihar model’ example; Will Fadnavis, Ajit Pawar agree? | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Who will be the next chief minister of Maharashtra? It's advantage Devendra Fadnavis amid suspense over which Mahayuti leader gets the top job. The BJP, with 132 seats - only 12 less than the half-way mark in the 288-member assembly, is the strongest contender for the post and needs only one ally to form a government. But, the Shiv Sena, despite winning only 57 seats - which is less than half of BJP's tally, is not giving up easily.The leaders of Shiv Sena, according to reports, feel that it was their leader Eknath Shinde, who as the incumbent chief minister, paved the way for the historic win of the ruling alliance with his governance. They also cite data from opinion poll surveys to claim that Shinde is the most popular leader of the Mahayuti.'BJP should follow Bihar model in ...
India is proactive peacemaker in Russia-Ukraine war & West Asia conflict, says Jaishankar
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India is proactive peacemaker in Russia-Ukraine war & West Asia conflict, says Jaishankar

New Delhi: From Prime Minister Narendra Modi “personally engaged” with both Moscow and Kyiv to direct the conflict to the path of “dialogue and diplomacy”, to the Indian government staying in touch at the highest levels with Tel Aviv and Tehran—India has taken proactive steps to bring peace to the ongoing global conflicts, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said Monday. Speaking at the Rome Mediterranean Dialogue 2024, Jaishankar underlined India’s efforts to resolve global conflicts and build resilient supply chains as the global order faces “severe stress”. On West Asia, the minister said India unequivocally condemns terrorism and hostage taking, and regards large-scale civilian casualties in military operations to be unacceptable. Show Full Article “In...
Politics

Bill Clinton says Trump’s cabinet is about loyalty ‘no matter who gets hurt’ – Times of India

Bill Clinton said he is not surprised at Trump's pick for the new cabinet. In an interview with MSNBC on his memoir 'Citizen: My life after the White House', former president Bill Clinton said Donald Trump's cabinet picks are all about loyalty to him, he does not care who gets hurt. “We have to listen to Donald Trump. He’s been very forthright about how to use the law. He’s interested in people who are loyal to him 100% of the time, no matter what the issue, no matter what the facts, no matter who gets hurt,” the Democrat told Jonathan Capehart.78-year-old Clinton said Trump wants those people who just yes -- above everything."“Second, he believes that his supporters have no confidence whatever in the federal government. And Lord knows he’s done everything he could to destroy that confiden...
Politics

As Race For Maharashtra CM Post Heats Up, Eknath Shinde Upset Over BJP’s ‘Claim’ For Top Post

Amid reports that BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis is likely to become the next Maharashtra chief minister, Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde is upset with the Mahayuti ally, sources said on Monday. The Maharashtra Chief Minister is unhappy with the prospect of a BJP chief minister in the Mahayuti alliance. Shinde's reaction comes amid reports claiming that BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis is all set to take charge as Maharashtra Chief Minister, with the Shiv Sena leader likely to be demoted to the position of Deputy CM along with NCP leader Ajit Pawar. The BJP’s top leadership on Monday reportedly cleared Fadnavis’s name, with reports claiming that the proposal received the approval of Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).  ALSO READ | Nana Patole Resigns As Maharashtra Congress Head A...
Travel

Assam Board Class 10 Exam Date Sheet 2025: SEBA HSLC exam to begin on Feb 15, complete timetable here – Times of India

Assam Board Class 10 Exam Date Sheet 2025: The Board of Secondary Education, Assam, has released the date sheet for the High School Leaving Examination (HSLC) 2025. Students can download the datasheet from the official website, site.sebaonline.org. The exams are set to begin on February 15, 2025.Assam Board Class 10 Exam Date Sheet 2025: Detailed timetable for SEBA HSLC exam hereDateExamination TypeTimeSubjectsJanuary 21HSLC Practical ExaminationMorningComputer Science, Commerce, Home ScienceAfternoonWeaving and Textile Design, IT/ITeS NSQF, Fine ArtJanuary 22HSLC Practical ExaminationMorningMusic, Dance, Wood Craft, Garment Designing, Yoga, Physical EducationAfternoonRetail Trade, Private Security, Healthcare, Other Vocational SubjectsFebruary 15Theory ExamMorningEnglishFebruary 17Theory ...