Day: May 22, 2025

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Politics

Jal Jeevan scheme: MPs flag ‘irregularities’, call for probe

A number of MPs on Thursday sought an investigation into the alleged irregularities in the implementation of the government’s flagship Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), The Indian Express has learnt.The demands were raised during an informal meeting, called by Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil, on the concerns raised by the MPs during a discussion on the ministry’s Demand for Grants for the financial year 2025-26. The meeting came days after the government issued an order for 100 inspection teams to fan out across 135 districts in 29 states and Union Territories to review the work under the scheme — amid concerns over cost overruns and alleged lapses in award of tenders. The JJM aims to supply drinking water through individual tap connections to rural households Story continues below this ad ...

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Expedite new hospital projects: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta to officials

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta Thursday instructed officials to expedite new hospital projects, and upgrade and develop all health centres as per Indian Public Health Standards (IPHS). Gupta chaired a high-level meeting at the Delhi Secretariat with senior officials of the Health & Family Welfare Department and the Public Works Department (PWD). The Chief Minister stated that 2.95 lakh beneficiaries have been registered under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), who are entitled to receive free medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh. Story continues below this ad She also said 1.23 lakh senior citizens have been registered under the PM Vaya Vandana Yojana, and instructions have been given to ensure the swift registration of the remaining eligible beneficiaries....

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Sports

Cometh the hour, cometh Bumrah!

Back from an injury-enforced break, the pace ace has worked his magic in the IPL, leaving batters battered and bruised; he has been at the forefront of MI’s revival in the 2025 campaign and will need to be at his best as India aims for its first Test series win in England since 2007 Source link

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Wife, friend booked for abetment month after man dies by suicide

The Mumbai police Wednesday registered an FIR against the wife of a 28-year-old man who allegedly died by suicide in Chunabhatti on April 18. Police said the deceased, Siddhant Ratne, son of a retired police constable, left behind a note in which he blamed his wife and her friend for driving him to die by suicide. The two accused are absconding. As per the FIR, Siddhant was found dead at his Chunabhatti residence on April 18. Soon after the incident, his parents, including his father Yadav Ratne, who retired from Mumbai Police in November 2024, came to the city from Yavatmal where they were residing. They took Siddhant’s body to their native place where the last rites were carried out. On May 17, Yadav received a letter sent by Siddhant in which the latter mentioned the alleged harassment ...

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MMRDA ready with action plan for uninterrupted Metro services, infra works during monsoon

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has rolled out an action plan to make sure of uninterrupted Metro services and safety of ongoing infrastructure works across MMR during monsoon. Among the major initiatives, MMRDA has activated a 24×7 Disaster Control Room that will function as a central hub for complaint registration and real-time coordination with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, state government and the police. An Emergency Response Team consisting of engineers and labourers is also being made to address on-ground situations quickly. To prevent flooding, dewatering pumps are being deployed, pothole repair vehicles are mobilised and debris has also been removed from construction sites. The damaged drains and dividers are being reconstructed and incomplet...

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CM Fadnavis orders SIT probe after Sanjay Raut alleges attempt to bribe Estimates committee

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced setting up of a Special Investigation Team after Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday alleged that an attempt was made to bribe the members of the Maharashtra legislature’s Estimates Committee during their official tour in Dhule. In a post on social media platform X on Wednesday, Raut alleged that over Rs 5.5 crore in cash was found in Room number 102 of the government rest house in Dhule city. The cash, he alleged, was meant to influence committee members and suppress findings related to irregularities in development works. The estimates committee, headed by Shiv Sena MLA Arjun Khotkar, is empowered to scrutinise the utilisation of funds allocated to a particular area in the state budget. “Despite informing the district collect...

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Student registration for FYJC admissions to begin on May 26

The office of the Director of Education (Secondary) informed that the student registration process for First-Year Junior College (FYJC) admissions will now begin on May 26. Stating that a detailed schedule will be released soon, an official said, “With delayed beginning of student registration, the entire first round of FYJC admissions is now extended. But the process will be on without any issue.” This is the first year that the online Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for FYJC admissions is being held across the state. Student registration for FYJC admissions was scheduled to start on May 21, after a two day practice session which started on Monday. Story continues below this ad But the website https://mahafyjcadmissions.in/landing crashed on day one due to technica...

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In AgustaWestland case, HC modifies bail conditions, allows Michel to furnish cash surety

The Delhi High Court Thursday modified the bail condition of the alleged middleman in AgustaWestland VVIP chopper case Christian Michel James permitting him to furnish a cash surety instead of a personal bond and surety. On March 4, the Delhi High Court had granted bail to Michel on the condition that he shall furnish a personal bond and surety of `5 lakh each and on surrendering the passport before the trial court. Michel had moved Delhi HC seeking modification of the two bail conditions, submitting that he has no relative or friends in India who can stand surety for him. Michel had also pointed out that his old passport has expired, and that the process of renewal shall take between four to eight weeks, and thus depositing his passport is not possible. Story continues below this a...

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Meditation and Moon Phases: Harnessing Lunar Energy for Mental Clarity – Times of India

The Moon isn't just a celestial body controlling ocean tides; it profoundly influences our thoughts, moods, and even those late-night urges for existential answers. Meditating in sync with the lunar phases isn't just cosmic fluff; it's like tapping into spiritual Wi-Fi with a full signal.The Moon's rhythmic cycle isn't merely a pretty spectacle from a balcony while contemplating life's messiness; it's a potent tool to align with for enhanced focus, deeper healing, and a thorough mental detox. Here's how each lunar phase becomes a distinct vibe—and a powerful meditative tool.New Moon: The Reset Button Mood: A pristine blank slate, an emotional Ctrl+Alt+Delete. Why Meditate Now: This is the prime time to set fresh intentions, clear away any lingering mental fog, and subtly (or not so subtly)...

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Politics

Nazar Alert! These Zodiac Signs Attract Envy Like Magnets – Times of India

Some zodiac signs possess a unique talent, not for winning conventional trophies, but for effortlessly attracting the unwelcome attention of the envy squad. It's as if they're adorned with a flashing neon sign proclaiming, "Notice Me, Jealous People!" Whether it's their innate charisma, their undeniable success, or simply their radiating good vibes, these signs are prime targets for the green-eyed monster.1.Leo – The Crowned Drama King/Queen: Leos don't just enter a room; they orchestrate an entrance worthy of a Hollywood red carpet moment. Confidence practically oozes from their pores, accompanied by an internal soundtrack of "Mean Girls" playing in slow motion. That spotlight they naturally command? It attracts admirers and envy in precisely equal measure. If Leos were a TV show, they'd ...

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Travel

IAF Group C notification 2025 released; MTS, LDC, Cook & more posts available – Times of India

Indian Air Force invites applications for MTS, LDC, Cook and more under Group C recruitment 2025 IAF Group C Notification 2025:The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the Group C Notification 2025, inviting applications for 153 civilian vacancies across various posts. The recruitment drive, notified under Advertisement No.01/2025, includes a wide range of posts such as Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, Cook, Storekeeper, Carpenter, Painter, and others. Eligible candidates can apply offline by sending their applications to the nearest IAF Station on or before June 15, 2025.A notable aspect of this recruitment cycle is its emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. The vacancies have been distributed across various categories including Unreserved (UR...

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Science

What Karmic Route Did the Spirit Choose? How to Know – Times of India

Not every soul's earthly sojourn is about sipping iced lattes and curating soft-filter sunsets. Some spirits arrive with a profound mission to clear generational curses, while others (hello, Rahu placements!) seem intent on creating new ones.The karmic trajectory chosen by the soul is akin to a pre-loaded GPS—the general route is set, but there are ample opportunities for U-turns and dramatic scenic detours. Here's how to begin decoding the soul's intricate to-do list before the amnesia of birth fully sets in.Decoding the Soul’s To-Do List in This Lifetime1.The South Node (Ketu) – The Past Life Resume: Ketu unequivocally represents where the spirit has already journeyed. This specific placement in the birth chart illuminates past life experiences, highlights innate talents that might be ov...

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Judge blocks Trump’s attempt to dismantle Education Department, Orders fired workers reinstated – Times of India

A sweeping attempt by President Donald Trump to shutter the US Department of Education has hit a legal wall. On Thursday, US District Judge Myong Joun issued a preliminary injunction that blocks the administration’s controversial plan to downsize and eventually eliminate the federal agency.The court has also ordered the immediate reinstatement of employees laid off in a mass firing on March 11.The ruling came in response to a lawsuit filed by the Somerville and Easthampton school districts in Massachusetts, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), and several allied education groups. Together, they argued that the Trump administration’s actions amounted to an unconstitutional dismantling of the department — executed without congressional authorization and at the expense of essential publ...

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Sports

PSL to be without DRS for remainder of season as technicians not expected return to Pakistan: Report

The 2025 season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) could be without a fully functioning Decision Review System (DRS) for the remainder of the season, including the final. According to PTI, the technicians who handle the Hawkeye and other DRS systems are not expected to return to Pakistan following the country’s recent conflict with India. The PSL was suspended as tensions escalated and is now scheduled to end on May 25, with two more playoffs yet to be played. DRS hasn’t featured in the league since its resumption on May 17. This includes the first qualifier in which Quetta Gladiators beat Islamabad United by 30 runs to go through to the final. Karachi Kings now play Lahore Qalandars in the Eliminator on May 22 after which the second qualifier will be played on Friday. According to PTI, th...

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Rahu Enters Aquarius 2025: Impact on Your Life – Times of India

When Rahu—astrology's resident agent of disruption and obsession—makes its significant transit into Aquarius in 2025, prepare for the cosmic group chat to experience a moment of stunned silence before erupting into a frenzy.Aquarius, the sign of innovation, rebellion, and a strong "don't tell me what to do" attitude, combined with Rahu, the planet of illusion, insatiable desires, and boundary-pushing without filter, creates a duo that no one anticipated, but everyone will undeniably feel. Here's how this unique celestial drama is set to unfold across each zodiac sign:Aries: Get ready for a blend of tech tantrums and a major social glow-up. Rahu will subtly whisper, "Start a podcast," and you, Aries, might actually dive headfirst into it. Expect an intense focus on influence, an expansion o...

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SC verdict on Zudpi jungle will boost development of Vidarbha region: Fadnavis

Terming the Supreme Court verdict on Zudpi jungle as a landmark decision, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said it will pave the way for the development of Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. He also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Chief Justice of India Justice B R Gavai. “It is indeed a landmark and historic decision, and I wholeheartedly thank the CJI. The SC order will be a huge boost for development of Vidarbha which was stalled for the past several decades as Zudpi jungle came under the reserved forest category. Though SC order paves the way for development, it also has put certain terms and conditions which are necessary to ensure perfect balance between the development and environment,” Fadnavis said. While outlining the significance of the SC order, Fadnavis said, “Fo...

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‘Why does your blood boil only in front of cameras?’ Rahul slams PM Modi after his Bikaner speech

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of having compromised with India’s prestige and asked him why he sacrificed the nation’s interests by agreeing to halting of military hostilities against Pakistan. “Modi ji, stop giving hollow speeches. Just tell: Why did you believe Pakistan’s statement on terrorism? Why did you sacrifice India’s interests by bowing to Trump? Why does your blood boil only in front of cameras? You have compromised with the prestige of India!,” he said in a post on X. Gandhi, the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha, also tagged a speech of Prime Minister Modi in which he claimed in his address to the nation that India took note of Pakistan’s assurance that there will be no support to terrorism or military action. ...

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Why and Who Shouldn’t Wear Diamonds According to Astrology – Times of India

Diamonds, though eternally dazzling, aren't universally a gem's best friend. In Vedic astrology, these brilliant stones are intricately linked to Venus, the planet embodying love, luxury, and a strong sense of self-worth.While they sparkle with the elegance of a Bollywood slow-motion twirl, diamonds can also inadvertently trigger drama if adorned by individuals with certain zodiac placements. Here's a guide to who might want to gracefully sidestep the diamond counter – unless, of course, they have a penchant for unexpected plot twists in their life.Zodiacs Who Should Be Cautious with Diamonds: Aries (Ruled by Mars): Diamonds amplify Venusian energy, and astrologically, Venus and Mars share a rather contentious relationship; they're not exactly a harmonious couple. Wearing a diamond could c...

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SUCI(C) hits streets in West Bengal to demand immediate DA disbursal for state employees

The Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist) or SUCI(C) staged a rally in Kolkata from Raja Subodh Mullick Square to R R Avenue this afternoon, demanding the immediate disbursal of DA for government employees. It was held by the SUCI(C)’s Joint Movement Forum which includes the Paschimbanga Sarkari Karmachari Union, Bangiya Prathamik Shiksha Association, West Bengal Primary Teachers’ Association, Service Doctors Forum, Nurse Unity, and the Calcutta University Employees Union. Currently, state government employees receive 18 per cent DA following a 4 per cent hike announced by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during her Budget speech earlier this year. In contrast, the central government employees receive 55 per cent DA. A Supreme Court bench comprising Justices Sanjay Karol and Sandeep Me...

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Over 8,000 gallstones removed, 70-year-old man heaves a sigh of relief after 5 years

It was a moment of relief for a 70-year-old patient at Fortis Memorial Research Institute in Gurgaon when the doctors recently removed more than 8,000 gallstones from his abdomen – he had suffered pain and discomfort for more than five years.  While the surgery lasted over an hour, it took six hours to count the stones, said doctors. The case was managed by a team of doctors led by Dr Amit Javed,  Senior Director of Gastrointestinal Oncology, and Dr Narola Yanger, Principal Consultant for GI, GI Oncology, Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery. According to Dr Javed and Dr Yanger,  the patient’s gallbladder had swollen and was packed with stones. It was on the verge of a rupture, which would have led to the stones spilling into the patient’s abdomen, they added. Story continues below th...

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‘When did BCCI turn weathermen?’ West Bengal sports minister fumes as IPL final shifts to Ahmedabad

West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas on Thursday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of engaging in “cheap politics” following the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision to relocate an IPL playoff match and the final away from Kolkata’s Eden Gardens. Addressing a press conference along with Kolkata Police Commissioner Manoj Verma, Biswas expressed displeasure over the revised schedule, which he said has “deprived” Kolkata of hosting the IPL final. The final has been shifted to Ahmedabad, while the Mullanpur Stadium in Punjab will host one playoff match. Biswas also refuted claims of law and order issues or adverse weather conditions as reasons for the shift, calling them “lame excuses” He added, “100 percent of matches in Kolkata have been played without a single ...

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RBSE Arts Results 2025: Over 3.8 lakh students secure first division as pass rate reaches 97.78% – Times of India

Girls Outperform Boys Again in Arts Stream: 98.42% vs 97.09%. (ANI Photo) RBSE Arts Results 2025:The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) declared the results for the Higher Secondary Examinations for Science, Commerce, and Arts streams, along with the Senior Upadhyaya Examination, on Thursday, May 22, 2025.The announcement marks the culmination of the academic year for lakhs of students across Rajasthan, with impressive performances recorded across all streams.The Science stream recorded a pass percentage of 98.43%, with girls outperforming boys at 99.02% against 98.07%. In the Commerce stream, the overall pass percentage was even higher at 99.07%, with girls once again leading at 99.27% compared to boys’ 98.97%. In the Arts stream, which saw the largest number of candidates, the...

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Heavy rain on the cards for Mumbai as IMD issues orange alert for city, red alert for neighbouring districts

Mumbai is set to receive heavy to very heavy rain over the weekend, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday afternoon announcing an orange alert for the district between Friday and Saturday. While Mumbai as well as neighbouring Thane and Palghar districts have been placed under an orange alert until Saturday, a red alert has been sounded in Raigad and Ratnagiri districts on Friday. After receiving over 60 mm of rain late on Tuesday, heavy rains swept Mumbai and its neighbouring districts yet again on Wednesday night with the Santacruz station recording 27 mm of rain while the Colaba coastal observatory registered 10 mm of rain until Thursday morning. The pre-monsoon showers also spurred a dip in minimum and day-time temperatures. Story continues below this ad ...

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Sports

Ben Stokes reveals text sent to Virat Kohli after Test retirement: ‘Something I will always remember…’

England captain Ben Stokes has said that he told Virat Kohli how much the latter will be missed when India embark on a five-Test tour of the country in June. The Indian team that arrives on English shores will be a side in transition with stalwarts Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma both retiring from the longest format earlier this month. England have started their summer of cricket with a four-match Test against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge, after which they host India for a long, five-Test series. “I texted him saying it’s going to be a shame not playing against him this time. I love playing against Virat. We both have that same mindset on the field – it’s a battle,” said Stokes in a video released by the England and Wales Cricket Board. “What India will miss is his fighting spirit on the field...

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Kolkata Metro to run early trains for UPSC candidates on May 25

Written by Adrija Datta In a move aimed at facilitating candidates appearing for the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025, Kolkata Metro Railway will operate additional and early morning services on the Blue Line (North-South Corridor) this Sunday, May 25. According to metro authorities, operations on the Blue Line will begin at 7 am, two hours earlier than the standard Sunday schedule. Story continues below this ad The first trains will depart simultaneously at 7 am from both Kavi Subhash to Dakshineswar and from Noapara to Kavi Subhash. Additionally, an early service will run from Dakshineswar to Kavi Subhash at 7:20 am. This initiative is expected to ease travel for thousands of candidates heading to various examination centres across Kolkata. A total of 138...

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After Delhi High Court, Celebi moves Bombay High Court against India security clearance revocation, airport contract cancellations

Turkey-headquartered airport ground handling services major Celebi has moved the Bombay High Court against the revocation of its security clearance by the Centre and the consequent termination of its contracts with Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL), the operator of Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. The lawsuits—three in total—have been filed by the Celebi’s subsidiary Celebi Nas Airport Services India, which operated at the Mumbai airport. “Now, regarding our Mumbai operations; our subsidiary Celebi Nas Airport Services India Private Limited (‘Celebi Nas’) in which our Company holds 59% of the capital filed three different lawsuits before the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, Mumbai on 21.05.2025,” parent company Celebi Hava Servisi said in a regulatory fi...

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