Day: May 15, 2025

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Politics

TMC MP faces protest, BJP seeks expulsion of Congress MP over remarks on Op Sindoor, Pahalgam

AT LEAST two Opposition leaders find themselves in a spot over remarks on the Pahalgam terror attack or Operation Sindoor. In West Bengal, the BJP held protests against Trinamool Congress MP Saugata Roy, after he described the India-Pakistan conflict as “insignificant” and questioned the government’s claims of hitting terrorist bases in Pakistan. Speaking Wednesday to ABP Ananda, Roy said: “This war is not a war at all. The matter is almost comical. Some aerial vehicles, drones went from here to there, missiles went from here to there. There were no major losses… Where were the terrorist bases destroyed?… The Central government should put the proof before the people.” Story continues below this ad The TMC, which has even stayed away from the rest of the Opposition in calli...

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Kerala student activist Rejaz Sydeek booked under UAPA

Rejaz M Sheeba Sydeek, a student activist and independent journalist from Kerala, arrested from Nagpur last week has now been booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) by the Nagpur Police. The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) Maharashtra has been granted further custody of Sydeek till 18th May. Special Inspector General of Police Sandeep Patil, who heads the Anti-Naxal Operations (ANO), informed that Sydeek has been booked under Sections 38 (member of a banned organisation) and 39 (supporting a banned organisation) of the UAPA. Sydeek, along with a female friend, was arrested on May 8 from a hotel in Nagpur. During the probe, police had found that Sydeek had posted against Operation Sindoor and Operation Kagaar (anti-Maoist operation) on social media platforms and raised anti...

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14-year-old’s testimony ‘reliable’: Court sentences 34-year-old man to life imprisonment for murdering girl’s mother 11 years ago

Taking into account the testimony of a 14-year-old girl, who saw her mother’s killer in the house 11 years ago, a sessions court on Thursday convicted a 34-year-old man of murder and robbery and sentenced him to life imprisonment. Shagufta Khan, the wife of Sonu Jalan, an alleged bookie, was killed at their residence in Malad on November 11, 2014. The sessions court found Arvind Gupta alias Guddu guilty of charges, including murder, robbery, house-trespassing and attempt to murder Khan’s daughter, who saw him at their house during the crime. Gupta had fled with diamond and gold jewellery worth over Rs 80 lakh. Additional sessions judge A S Salgar said the girl’s testimony on the crime was ‘reliable’ and went ‘unshattered’ during the trial. Story continues below this ad On ...

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Sports

‘When you’re mentally fried and overcooked…’: Ravi Shastri on Virat Kohli’s retirement decision

Former India coach Ravi Shastri said that he was surprised by Virat Kohli’s decision to hang up his boots in the Tests, saying that he believed that the batter had another 2-3 years left in him. But Shastri said that Kohli was also “mentally fried and overcooked” which led him to take the decision. “I did speak to him about it, I think a week before that [his announcement] and his mind was very clear that he’d given us everything. There were no regrets. Virat surprised me because I thought he had at least two-three years of Test match cricket left in him. But then, when you’re mentally fried and overcooked, that’s what tells your body. You might be physically the fittest guy in the business. You might be fitter than half the guys in your team, but mentally you’re well done, as they say, th...

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Kerala CPIM in spot after ex-minister Sudhakaran’s ‘big reveal’—he tampered with LS postal votes in 1989

Thiruvananthapuram: The State Election Commission Kerala on Thursday launched a probe against Kerala Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader and ex-minister G. Sudhakaran, a day after the leader admitted to tampering with postal ballots in the 1989 Lok Sabha elections. Speaking at an event, Sudhakaran Wednesday made claims of altering postal votes in the 1989 parliamentary polls. The ballots for opposition candidates were, he claimed, changed in favour of the then-CPIM candidate of Alappuzha, K.V. Devadas. Sudhakaran, at that time, was the secretary of the party’s election committee. However, Congress’s Vakkom Purushothaman, in 1989, defeated Devadas in Alappuzha though by a small margin of 25,123 votes. Show Full Article CPIM leader Sudhakaran, who hails ...

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4 lesser-known prophets in the history whose chilling predictions came true | – Times of India

4 lesser-known prophets in the history whose chilling predictions came true Throughout history, the world has been captivated by seers and prophets who claim to have glimpsed the future. While figures like Nostradamus and Baba Vanga dominate popular culture with their often cryptic and chilling forecasts, there are lesser-known visionaries whose predictions have proven remarkably accurate.These individuals may not have reached the same legendary status, but their foresight has left an indelible mark on history. Here you can read out to explore the lives and predictions of four such prophets, whose visions included economic crashes, global conflicts, natural disasters, and political assassinations, often with startling accuracy.4 prophets who predicted the future and weren’t wrong1. Edgar C...

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Protesting sacked Bengal teachers clash with police, break open Education Dept headquarters gate

The teachers who lost their jobs following a Supreme Court order over allegations of irregularities in their recruitment clashed with police during a protest on Thursday and broke open the main gate of Bikash Bhavan, the West Bengal Education Department headquarters in Salt Lake, Kolkata.More than 1,000 sacked teachers — identified as “not specifically tainted” and allowed to return to schools until December — have been staging a sit-in outside Bikash Bhavan since Wednesday afternoon as part of the “Bikash Bhawan Abhijan” against the School Education Department and the School Service Commission (SSC) for filing a review petition in the Supreme Court allegedly without consulting them. A large contingent of police, along with Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel, were deployed at the protest s...

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Sports

BCCI open to adopting Olympic training centres: Sports Min

In a boost to the Sports Ministry’s plan to establish specialised Olympic training centres, the cash-rich Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is mulling adopting ‘two-to-three’ sports’. A Sports Ministry source told The Indian Express that corporate houses, PSUs and the BCCI are interested in funding some of the Olympic training centres dedicated to one sport each. “The ministry is looking to create Olympic centres for every sport where it will identify 100 to 200 talented athletes across the nation and train them across different age groups for this Olympic cycle and the next Olympic cycle,” the source said. Story continues below this ad “Today, there was a meeting of the sports minister with 58 corporates. They expressed their interest towards such an initiati...

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If Your Zodiac was a Candle Scent – Times of India

If your zodiac sign was a candle scent, prepare for some unfiltered revelations. These aren't your average aromatherapy; they're olfactory confessions that broadcast your inner turmoil for all to smell. Aries would reek of Gasoline & Adrenaline, a volatile mix that screams impulsivity and barely-contained fury, burning out as quickly as their fleeting passions. Taurus, seemingly serene with their Vanilla Cashmere & Subtle Judgment aroma, secretly emits an air of disapproval if you dare to rearrange their perfectly curated space. Gemini's candle would be a chaotic blend of Bubblegum & Chaos, mirroring their multiple personalities and penchant for sudden, over-the-top revelations. Cancer's scent, Sea Salt & Unhealed Wounds, is a poignant reminder of their deep-seated emotions...

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IPL 2025 | Capitals await clarity on Starc; Stubbs and du Plessis, too, yet to join camp

 Rahul, who was the first to have a bat, practised his range-hitting during the nets. | Photo Credit: X@DelhiCapitals New Delhi: Even as a majority of Delhi Capitals’ Indian contingent trained at the Arun Jaitley Stadium for the first time since the Indian Premier League (IPL) was suspended on May 8 owing to cross-border tensions with Pakistan, uncertainty persists on the availability of a few key overseas players. Barring Sri Lankan pace bowler Dushmantha Chameera, none of the overseas lot was in attendance on a sultry Thursday evening in the national capital.With fifth-placed DC battling for a playoff berth, Australian spearhead Mitchell Starc’s participation is particularly essential. The franchise is expect...

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IPL 2025: Mayank Yadav ruled out for the season, LSG names William O’Rourke as replacement

Lucknow Super Giants speedster Mayank Yadav has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League 2025 due to a back injury, and New Zealand’s William O’Rourke (3 crores) as a replacement. Mayank has featured in two games this season for the franchise, one against the Mumbai Indians and the other against the Punjab Kings. He picked up two wickets from those appearances. And it is not the first time Mayank has been injured and had to get some treatment. He did not start the season for LSG due to a freak toe injury and has also not been part of the side for the majority of the 2024 campaign. He suffered a back injury, bringing his campaign to an end abruptly. In addition to the IPL, Mayank has also missed the domestic season. However, the 22-year-old impressed with his speed did make his debut for...

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Travel

Birthright citizenship on trial: How the Supreme Court may reshape the 14th Amendment – Times of India

Supreme Court weighs Trump’s birthright citizenship order and its impact on the 14th Amendment On May 15, 2025, the US Supreme Court began hearing oral arguments in a high-profile case concerning President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at restricting birthright citizenship. The order, signed on January 20, 2025, directs federal agencies to deny citizenship to children born on US soil unless at least one parent is a US citizen or lawful permanent resident.This move has sparked significant legal challenges, with federal judges in Maryland, Massachusetts, and Washington issuing nationwide injunctions, citing violations of the 14th Amendment. The Court is currently focused on whether these lower courts overstepped by issuing universal injunctions, rather than the constitutionality of th...

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If Kundli Matching Was Honest: “This Couple Will Argue About What to Order Forever – Times of India

Kundli matching – that age-old practice of aligning celestial bodies for marital harmony. But let's be real, if it were brutally honest, it'd come with disclaimers and subtitles for the modern age, especially when it comes to the everyday battlegrounds of coupledom. Forget perfect planetary alignment; sometimes the biggest conflict is over takeout. Here's a peek at what truly honest Kundli matching might sound like:Ashtakoota Score: 34/36Translation: "The cosmos gives you a thumbs-up. However, prepare for annual debates about vacation destinations, and a silent, lifelong judgment of each other's dishwashing techniques."Mangal Dosha AlertModern decode: "One of you has a fiery inner rebel. Expect passionate arguments followed by equally passionate reconciliations. Or spectacular implosions. ...

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Murshidabad riots: Kolkata HC flags ‘inadequate’ number of police personnel; Bengal counsel Kalyan Bandopadhyay rakes up Pahalgam terror attack

The Kolkata High Court Thursday advised the West Bengal government to employ more police personnel, given the deaths of a father and son in the Dhulian riots in Murshidabad. A Division Bench comprising Justice Soumen Sen and Justice Raja Basu Chowdhury observed, “Now is the time to recruit sufficient police personnel. The number of police personnel in each district is less. The police force in Murshidabad is also very small.” The court further observed that if there had been a sufficient number of police personnel, the situation in Dhulian could have been brought under control much earlier. Story continues below this ad State counsel Kalyan Bandopadhyay replied, “There is a shortage of forces in the entire country. If there were sufficient forces, the (terror) incident i...

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Gurgaon monsoon prep: 4 underpasses don’t have working pumps, flags civic authority

Ahead of the monsoon season, the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) on Thursday said that it has flagged four underpasses in the city for having inadequate facilities to pump out rainwater. Issues facing these underpasses came to light after mock drills conducted at 21 underpasses in the city, as part of ongoing flood preparedness measures, came to an end on Wednesday. The GMDA found that while puthe mping machinery installed at Medanta, Rajiv Chowk, and Sector 84/36B underpasses was not fully operational, the Dhanwapur underpass did not even have a pumping machinery installed. Story continues below this ad “The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has been requested to rectify the issue at the earliest to ensure all the pumping machineries are in wo...

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Steroids, protein powders behind alarming rise in hip damage among urban youth, warn experts

A group of orthopaedic experts have raised a serious public health concern, stating that the misuse of steroids and unregulated protein powders is severely damaging the hips of young gym-going individuals in their 20s.This warning came during the ‘Delhi Hip 360’ conference held in the national capital, where orthopaedic specialists highlighted the alarming rise in cases of Avascular Necrosis (AVN) and early hip degeneration in youth, conditions traditionally seen in older adults. Dr L Tomar, the organising chairman of the conference, said, “We are observing a significant surge in hip-related complaints among young patients in recent years. Every week in my OPD, I see two to three patients under the age of 30, many in their early 20s, complaining of persistent hip pain.” “Investigations oft...

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Science

Zodiac Signs as People You Avoid at Weddings – Times of India

Weddings, those chaotic celebrations of love, often feature a cast of characters as memorable as the happy couple. Forget thecarefully curated guest list; the zodiac signs offer a more entertaining breakdown of who you'll likely be avoiding by the open bar. First, there's Aries, the human cyclone on the dance floor. They'll bulldoze through any personal space with their enthusiastic (and often clumsy) moves. Then comes Taurus, guarding the dessert table with the intensity of a dragon protecting its hoard, likely eyeing your every pastry choice. Gemini? Expect them to commandeer the microphone at any moment, launching into rambling anecdotes that have little to do with the newlyweds. Meanwhile, Cancer will be a walking wellspring of emotion, shedding tears at the slightest provocation and o...

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Sports

Cricket South Africa says no to BCCI’s request for SA players to play IPL playoffs

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has stood firm in stance of not extending no-objection certificate to its players’ part of the World Test Championship final squad to continue in the Indian Premier League beyond the league stage phase. The Indian Express understands that despite the BCCI stepping in and holding informal talks, the CSA has made it clear that eight of their players who are named in the squad for the final against Australia starting on June 11 in London, will leave India once the league stage finishes as they are keen on giving them adequate . The decision means eight of their players who are named in the squad will not stay back in India to feature in the play-offs. Instead, they will head back to South Africa before flying with the rest of their teammates on May 31 to England bef...

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Mumbai airport set to increase user development fee from today

Flying through the airport in Mumbai is set to become more expensive from Friday, as the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) approved a revised User Development Fee (UDF) that will stay in effect from May 16, 2025 to March 31, 2029. At the new rates, domestic passengers flying from Mumbai will shell out Rs 175 as UDF, while international outbound travellers will be asked to pay Rs 615. For arrival, domestic flyers will be charged Rs 75 and international flyers Rs 260. This is a big change, since Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport will now charge the fee both on departure and arrival — something that most Indian airports don’t do. The hike, added to the airfare directly, is intended for financing a massive airport upgrade. The Mumbai International Airport Limited (M...

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‘I went into premature chemo-induced menopause at 37’, reveals Lisa Ray; we ask a gynaecologist to explain the condition

For many, menopause is a midlife transition. But for actor and cancer survivor Lisa Ray—and thousands of women undergoing chemotherapy—it arrives far earlier, with little warning and even less conversation. Ray recently shared her story on Instagram, and her honesty struck a chord. “This is me in menopause,” she wrote. “Menopause does not have one face… I went into premature chemo-induced menopause at 37.” “At that time, it was the least of my worries. I had a blood cancer called Multiple Myeloma to contend with… But after recovering, I could focus on what being in menopause suddenly at 37 would mean. And I had no one to talk to,” Lisa added. At 53, she’s now choosing to speak up—not just for herself but for everyone navigating this unspoken terrain. What is chemo-induced menopause? “Ch...

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What Each Planet Does in the Birth Chart Houses? – Times of India

If the nine grahas (planets) of Vedic astrology showed up at a family reunion directed by a Bollywood enthusiast with a reality TV budget, expect high drama and even higher emotional stakes. Each planet would bring their unique brand of baggage and unsolicited advice to the house (bhava) they occupy in your birth chart.Sun (Surya): The Patriarch with a Validation Complex. He's the dad who demands respect simply by existing, despite his questionable parenting skills. Wherever Surya resides, that area of your life craves external approval. In the 10th house of career? Promotion-obsessed. In the 1st house of self? Main character syndrome with a hefty dose of ego.Moon (Chandra): The Emotionally Overwrought Cousin. This one cries at everything, especially heartwarming commercials. The house Cha...

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17th Habitat Film Festival turns the spotlight on doyens of Indian cinema

Shyam Benegal’s debut film Ankur was unprecedented in more ways than one. Besides challenging the template of a quintessential Bollywood film as we knew it, it addressed real yet uncomfortable issues of feudalism as well as caste and gender politics, sans dance and music. The 1974 film, starring Shabana Azmi and Anant Nag, is credited with heralding a new wave of cinema in India. Benegal’s illustrious life and career will be celebrated with an expansive retrospective at the 17th edition Habitat Film Festival (HFF) between May 16 and 25 at Delhi’s India Habitat Centre. Story continues below this ad The director’s contributions as the pioneer of parallel cinema would be commemorated in an exhibition, ‘The Cinema of Shyam Benegal’, featuring archival material from the Tuli Re...

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How the federal school voucher plan aims to expand private school access across all 50 US states – Times of India

Federal school voucher plan aims to expand private school access nationwide. (AI Image) A major push is underway in Congress to establish the first national school voucher program in US history. If enacted, the initiative would direct $20 billion in federal tax credits over four years to support private school scholarships, dramatically expanding access to non-public education options across all 50 states.The plan is being advanced by Republicans through the House Ways and Means Committee as part of a broader reconciliation bill that also includes an extension of President Trump’s 2017 tax cuts. Supporters of the measure argue it would empower families, particularly those from lower-income backgrounds, with greater educational choice. Critics, however, say it would undermine public schools...

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What each Zodiacs are dead set on? – Times of India

No matter the surrounding pandemonium, each zodiac sign has its unwavering focus, that one thing they'll cling to with fierce determination. It might be a virtue, a quirk, or just their unwavering nature. Aries, ever the competitor, is dead set on winning. Whether it's a trivial game or a significant life event, they're in it to take home the metaphorical trophy. Taurus, prioritizing comfort above all else, is dead set on comfort. Their favourite routines, cozy spaces, and familiar pleasures are non-negotiable, even if it means overlooking glaring issues. Gemini, the perpetual information seeker, is dead set on knowing everything. Like a curious detective and an enthusiastic broadcaster rolled into one, they'll uncover every detail and share it widely. Cancer, with their long emotional mem...

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Opinion

Global student mobility shift: How India can emerge as a top destination amid visa curbs in U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia

As per the Government of India, the number of Indian students pursuing higher education in foreign universities has gone up steeply by 47% in the last two years, from about 907,000 in 2022 to 1,330,000 in 2024. In the last three months, however, policy measures taken by the U.S. President Trump administration are discouraging students to go to the U.S. for higher studies. Governments at destinations like the U.K., Australia, and Canada placing restrictions on student visas and caps on admission of foreign students presents an excellent opportunity for India to attract more foreign students, besides retaining some Indian students back home. This article analyses the factors affecting international students’ mobility and opportunities for internationalisation and suggests strategies to tap t...

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Sports

Ben Stokes says wants to ‘dominate every situation’ with bat and ball

Injury concerns have always been hanging around the neck of Ben Stokes, who performs the role of all-rounder for England. His presence and the ability to perform the role diligently add a new dimension to the England side and balance out their lineup. Last December, Stokes injured his hamstring and was ruled out of the final Test between New Zealand and England. However, the English red-ball skipper is confident about his fitness for the upcoming home summer, where England host Zimbabwe for a Test match, followed by a five-match Test series against England. “I feel great. Training and playing are completely different. No matter what you do at training, you cannot replicate the intensity your body is put through in a game. As excited as I am to get back on the field, I do know it’s going to...

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