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Manipur: Govt Rushes 50 Additional CAPF Companies Amid Worsening Violence; NIA Begins Probe Int

The Union government has ordered the deployment of 50 additional Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) companies, comprising over 5,000 personnel, to Manipur, in response to the state's deteriorating security and law and order situation, official sources said on Monday, as per news agency PTI. The move follows an earlier deployment of 20 CAPF companies, including 15 from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and five from the Border Security Force (BSF), sent to the state on November 12 after violence erupted in Jiribam and spread to other regions. Of the newly ordered reinforcements, 35 units will be drawn from the CRPF and the remaining from the BSF. CRPF Director General A D Singh and senior officers from other CAPFs are currently stationed in the conflict-ridden state. According to offic...
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When Mohammed Siraj helped Rishabh Pant breach Australia’s Gabba fortress | Cricket News – Times of India

Rishabh Pant and Mohammed Siraj celebrate India's victory at The Gabba on January 19, 2021 in Brisbane. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: One of the most defining moments in Indian cricket history, the victory in the Brisbane Test (Gabba) Test in 2021 is often credited to Rishabh Pant, who played an unbeaten match-winning knock of 89, anchoring India's successful chase of 328 runs, the highest-ever target chased at the Gabba.But it was Mohammed Siraj's spell of 5/73 that set up the match for India to register a historical victory. Border-Gavaskar TrophySiraj's 5/73 in Australia's second innings was his maiden five-wicket haul in Test cricket and it came in only his third Test match. Siraj, with minimal experience, led an injury-depleted Indian bowling attack that was witho...
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‘Mitchell Starc’s auction record in danger’: Irfan Pathan picks new most expensive player ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction | Cricket News – Times of India

Mitchell Starc's IPL auction record in danger (Photo Credit PTIGetty Images) NEW DELHI: Australian pacer Mitchell Starc stunned the cricketing world in the IPL 2024 auction when he was acquired by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for an unprecedented INR 24.75 crore, becoming the most expensive player in IPL history. However, according to former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan, Starc’s record might be short-lived. Pathan took to X (formerly Twitter) to predict, “Mitchell Starc’s auction record is in danger. Rishabh Pant is ready to break it.”Rishabh Pant, who recently returned to competitive cricket following a car accident, has been in sensational form. Despite the 3-0 whitewash in the Test series against New Zealand, his recent performances have drawn widespread acclaim.Also See:Live Cricket...
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Supreme Court Asks States To Decide On Suspending Physical Classes For Students Till Class 12 Amid Pollution Crisis

The Supreme Court has called on all states to urgently consider suspending physical classes for students up to Class 12 in light of the severe pollution crisis. Senior Advocate Gopal S raised concerns during the hearing, remarking, “The lungs of 10th and 12th students cannot be different from other students… if a direction can be given to stop those physical classes as well.” In response, the Supreme Court emphasised that all states should take an immediate call on whether to halt physical classes for students from all standards up to Class 12 to safeguard their health.Source link
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Madras HC contemplates setting up monitoring panel to curb drug menace in T.N.

The Madras High Court is mulling over the constitution of an inter-departmental monitoring committee, comprising officials from the State government, Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in order to ensure a “drugs free Tamil Nadu.” The Second Division Bench of Justices D. Krishnakumar and P.B. Balaji said a senior officer in the rank of Secretary to the Government could be appointed as the chairperson of the committee, and called for the names of the officers, who could be appointed to it, from the Centre and State governments.The Bench recorded the submission of Additional Solicitor General AR.L. Sundaresan, representing the Centre, and Additional Advocate General (AAG) J. Ravindran, representing the State government, that the names of the officials ...
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Bridging the Learning Gap: Should CBSE Prioritise Competency-Based Assessment Over Score-Based Evaluation? – Times of India

Is CBSE’s Shift to Competency-Based Assessment the Key to Closing Learning Gaps? The gap between academic scores and actual skillsets among Indian students has been a matter of growing concern. A competency-based evaluation system, as proposed under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, is emerging as a viable solution to bridge this divide. However, transitioning from a score-centric to a skills-focused approach is easier said than done.Statistics from the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) named Beyond Basics paint a concerning picture of foundational learning in India. A significant portion of youth aged 14–18 struggle with basic academic tasks. For instance, 25% cannot fluently read a Standard II-level text in their regional language, and only 43.3% can solve simple division ...
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Coldplay craze! Kane Williamson, Tom Latham unwind after blanking India 3-0. Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

Kane Williamson and Tom Latham attend Coldplay concert (Photo Credit: Screengrab/AP) NEW DELHI: Fresh off a historic 3-0 Test series sweep in India, New Zealand skipper Tom Latham celebrated the win in style with teammate Kane Williamson by attending a Coldplay concert in Auckland. The duo, known for their calm demeanour on the cricket field, shared a glimpse of their night out with fans on social media.Williamson, who missed the India entire series due to a groin injury, posted a video of the concert on Instagram, captioning it, "What a gig! #coldplay." Watch: The former Kiwi skipper enjoyed his downtime with Latham, who admirably led the BlackCaps to their first-ever Test series clean sweep in India.The series win has not only bolstered Kiwis' ICC World Test Championship (WTC) campaign b...
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Planetary Play: Finding the Perfect Sport for Every Zodiac Energy – Times of India

Astrology isn’t just about cosmic insights and personality quirks; it can also point to the best ways to channel physical energy. Whether someone is a firecracker of enthusiasm or a cool strategist, there’s a sport aligned with every zodiac sign’s planetary vibes. Fire signs like Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius thrive in activities that ignite their competitive spirit and keep their adrenaline pumping. Aries shines in fast-paced sports like boxing or sprinting, where quick reflexes and boldness take center stage. Leos love the spotlight, making them natural stars in performance-oriented sports like gymnastics or team captains in soccer. Sagittarius, always chasing freedom and adventure, finds joy in outdoor activities like hiking or archery, where exploration becomes part of the game. Earth si...
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Sunil Gavaskar: Virat Kohli will be ‘very, very hungry’ for runs | Cricket News – Times of India

Virat Kohli (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli had torrid outings in the home Test series against Bangladesh and New Zealand but legendary Sunil Gavaskar feels that the star India batter will make up for it in the upcoming Test series in Australia. India are set to play five Tests Down Under with the first game starting from November 22 in Perth. Kohli's form has been a concern as he has averaged a mere 22.72 in six Test matches this year. In the recently concluded series against the Kiwis, which the visitors won 3-0, Kohli managed only 91 runs across six innings. However Kohli averages a staggering 54.08 in Australia and and Gavaskar feels that the batting virtuoso will be eyeing big runs against the top Australian side. "Because he hasn't got runs against New Zealand, he'll be very, v...
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Parkinson’s disease to surge to 3.15 million worldwide by 2033, finds report | – Times of India

Parkinson's disease, a brain condition that causes problems with movement, mental health, sleep, pain and other health issues, is growing rapidly. In 2023, the number of cases related to Parkinson's disease was 2.16 million and this is expected to grow up to 3.15 million in 2033.The report by GlobalData, a data and analytics company, showed the rise in prevalence of diagnosed cases of the progressive brain disorder will specifically be seen in the seven major countries -- the US, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK, and Japan, news agency IANS reported.“In 2023, adults aged 60 and older accounted for over 90 per cent of diagnosed prevalent cases of PD, while adults ages 18-39 made up less than 1 per cent. This age distribution aligns with findings showing higher PD prevalence among older...
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‘Exposes truth’: After PM Modi, Amit Shah backs ‘Sabarmati Report’ | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday praised the newly released movie Sabarmati Report, saying the film "defies the ecosystem with unparalleled courage and exposes the truth behind the fateful episode to broad daylight".The movie chronicles the aftermath of the train-burning incident in Gujarat's Godhra in 2002."No matter how hard a powerful ecosystem tries, it cannot keep the truth hidden in darkness forever. The film Sabarmati Report defies the ecosystem with unparalleled courage and exposes the truth behind the fateful episode to broad daylight," Amit Shah wrote on X.Shah's praise for the movie comes a day after PM Modi applauded the film, stating that "fake narrative can persist only for a limited period".Reacting to a tweet on the Vikrant Massey starrer film, PM Modi sai...
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Video | Curfew And Suspension Of Internet Continue In Imphal Valley On Day 2

Amid incidents of fresh violence, curfew and suspension of internet continued for the second day in Imphal valley on Monday. Security forces have intensified patrolling in parts of Imphal and increased deployment at many of the residences of legislators as well as all major roads leading to the secretariat, state BJP headquarters and Raj Bhavan.Source link
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Former AAP minister Kailash Gahlot joins BJP, says decision not taken under ED, CBI pressure

New Delhi: Former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi’s former transport minister Kailash Gahlot, who joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Monday, said he had not taken the decision under any “pressure” due to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as claimed by the AAP leaders.  BJP leaders claim that Gahlot’s entry into the party is “only the beginning” and many more AAP leaders are in touch with the BJP leadership.  AAP’s former councillor from North West Delhi’s Bankner, Ram Narayan Bhardwaj, joined the BJP last week. Senior West Delhi politician Harsharan Singh Balli also returned to the BJP after four years in the AAP last week. In August, five AAP councillors had joined the BJP.  Show Full Article Election-t...
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Apollo, the stray dog scaling Egypt’s pyramids, becomes viral sensation – Times of India

Apollo, the stray dog scaling Egypt’s pyramids, becomes viral sensation (Picture credit: AFP) Tourists at the Giza Pyramids have a new attraction to marvel at—Apollo, a stray dog who has recently become a viral sensation. Visitors are now looking beyond the ancient stones to catch a glimpse of this scrappy dog.Apollo shot to fame after being filmed scaling the Great Pyramid of Khafre. The viral footage, captured by American paragliding enthusiast Alex Lang and shared by his friend Marshall Mosher, shows Apollo fearlessly climbing the 136-metre monument, barking at birds from the summit. Lang described the scene, saying, "He was acting like a king."Apollo’s daring climb quickly spread online, drawing global attention and turning him into an unexpected tourist attraction. Crowds gathered, ho...
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Gabon votes ‘yes’ to new constitution – Times of India

A voter show his stamped electoral card after casting his ballot in a referendum on whether to adopt a new constitution in Libreville, Gabon, Saturday, Noember. 16, 2024. (AP) Gabonese voters on Sunday approved a new constitution by a landslide 91.8 per cent.Interior Minister Hermann Immongault said that turnout in the referendum was an estimated 53.5 per cent.Broadcaster Gabon TV said there were no serious incidents during the voting.What do we know about the draft constitution?The proposed new constitution introduces a limit of two terms on the presidency, while also increasing the length of terms from five to seven years.The document also abolishes the position of prime minister and stipulates that family members cannot succeed a president.The constitutional change would also require pr...
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Sourav Ganguly feels Bumrah would be ‘good leader’ in first Ind-Aus Test

File picture of former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly | Photo Credit: PTI With Rohit Sharma expected to miss the Border Gavaskar Trophy series opener, former India skipper Sourav Ganguly expressed belief in pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah’s capabilities to lead the side in Perth against Australia.Bumrah was appointed Rohit’s deputy when India’s squad for the five gruelling Tests was announced. Rohit and his wife recently had a second child and he is expected to join the team for the second Test.K.L. Rahul being shipped to the opening slot during India’s intra-squad match simulation at the WACA, could be the foreshadowing of Rohit’s absence, at least for the series opener.In the absence of the designated captain, B...
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“BJP never stands with us in our fight over public issues”: JMM leader Kalpana Soren

Giridih (Jharkhand) [India], November 18 (ANI): Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) candidate from Gandey constituency Kalpana Soren on Monday accused the BJP of failing to support the JMM government in its efforts to tackle key public issues.Speaking to ANI, Kalpana Soren said, “BJP never stands with us in our fight over public issues. Be it the 27 per cent reservation for the backward, Sarna-Adivasi Dharam Code or the 1932 Local Resident Policy. We get it passed by the Assembly but nobody from BJP fights our fight for issues of Jharkhand. Today, if we are felicitating Maiya in Jharkhand then BJP’s ‘PIL gang’ rushes to the fore. Our intentions are clear, we want to raise issues of Jharkhand and issues of social justice.” Show Full Article She said that the JMM gov...
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Aamir Khan tells Anees Bazmee ‘aapki Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 se takkar leke galti kardi’, referring to ‘Singham Again’ makers, VIDEO goes VIRAL – WATCH – Times of India

'Singham Again' and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' had released on the same date on November 1. This big Diwali clash couldn't be avoided and now while both the movies have crossed Rs 230 crore at the box office, BB3 has been scoring better than 'Singham Again' in the last few days. Initially, 'Singham Again' was in the lead, but by the end of its first week, the Kartik Aaryan starrer has begun competing in a big way and finally taken a lead over the Ajay Devgn film.'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' is directed by Anees Bazmee and now a video of Aamir Khan interacting with Anees at an event has gone viral. The actor was having a deep conversation with the director and then he was captured saying, 'Aapki Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' se takkar leke galti kar di.'Was he saying that on the behalf of the makers of 'Singham Again...
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Kangana Ranaut-Starrer Emergency To Release On This Date

New Delhi: Actor-BJP MP Kangana Ranaut on Monday announced that her much awaited film 'Emergency' will be released in theatres on January 17. The update comes a month after the actor-filmmaker said the team had finally received the censor certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) after the film missed out on its September 6 release. Ranaut, who plays the role of former prime minister Indira Gandhi in the political drama, shared the film's release date on her official X page. The caption of her post read: "17th January 2025 – The epic saga of the nation’s most powerful woman and the moment that altered India’s destiny. #Emergency – Unveils Only in cinemas on 17.01.2025!" "Emergency", also written, directed, and co-produced by Ranaut, was earlier scheduled to be release...
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Supreme Court issues notice to Centre over vacancies in Debt Recovery Tribunals

The PIL asked the Ministry of Finance for records on appointing Presiding Officers in DRTs to evaluate the government’s commitment to filling vacancies. File | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR The Supreme Court on Monday (November 18, 2024) issued notices to the Ministry of Finance on a PIL highlighting critical vacancies in Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs) across India. A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar heard the submissions of senior advocate KB Sounder Rajan along with lawyer Sudarshan Rajan, appearing for PIL petitioner Nischay Chaudhary, and sought the response of the Union Ministry of Finance. The PIL raised concerns that nearly one-third of the 39 DRTs in t...
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‘Fast-tracking Nitish Reddy for Tests serves no purpose’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Nitish Kumar Reddy (Photo Source: X) India have picked three rookies in the Test squad for the coming Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in Australia, one of which is seam-up all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who has moved up the ranks since his Indian Premier League (IPL) exploits earlier this year at breakneck speed to now stand at the cusp of a possible Test debut. However, former India pacer Dodda Ganesh believes fast-tracking him "serves no purpose".Reddy, who was in Australia with the 'A' team before India's Test squad arrived, was picked for the BGT along with the uncapped Abhimanyu Easwaran and Harshit Rana for the five-Test series beginning November 22 in Perth.Reddy first showcased his skills on the big stage for the Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024, earning him a call-up to India's T20 s...
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Manipur: Protester Shot Dead Amid Clash Between Security Forces & Mob Vandalising Property

As violence continues to rock Manipur, a protester was shot dead during a clash between a mob and security forces in the Jiribam district on Sunday. The mob was reportedly vandalising property when the clash erupted.  Police confirmed that one person was killed in the firing, but it was not immediately clear who had opened fire, according to a PTI report. Eyewitnesses claimed that the firing came from the direction of the security forces. As per the report, the agitators were vandalising property at Babupara in the Jiribam police station area in protest against the abduction of six women and children by militants from a relief camp last Monday. Media reports suggest all six, who belonged to the same family, are dead. The body of one of the children, a 2.5-year-old, was reportedly found hea...
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No relaxation of GRAP-4 without court’s nod: Supreme Court slams Delhi government over anti-pollution curbs delay | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday rebuked the Delhi government for delaying the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Level 4, saying that the preventive measures would remain in effect until further orders, regardless of fluctuations in air quality."We won't allow scaling down of preventive measures under stage 4 even if AQI goes below 450. Stage 4 will continue till court permits," the bench said. A bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih said, “The moment the AQI reaches between 300 and 400, stage 4 has to be invoked. How can you take risk in these matters by delaying applicability of stage 4 of GRAP?” The CAQM had earlier announced stricter pollution control protocols for Delhi-NCR under GRAP Stage 4, which came into effect from 8 am on ...
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