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French cops won right to shoot at drivers but got 'no training'

In 2017, after a string of terrorist attacks, the government relented. Lawmakers passed a bill allowing officers to fire on motorists who flee traffic stops, even when the officers are not in immediate danger. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SRLPsca

France braces for more violence after riots over police shooting

France said on Friday the coming hours would be decisive after three nights of riots since a police officer shot dead a teenager at a traffic stop in a working class suburb of Paris. The violence has plunged President Emmanuel Macron into the gravest crisis of his leadership since the Yellow Vest protests that started in 2018. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bun4wip

Balasore train tragedy: South Eastern Railway GM transferred to take charge of Karnataka-based Rail Wheel Factory https://ift.tt/wKSzhJU

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This is the latest in a series of relocations for senior officials of the zone in which a triple train accident on June 2 killed more than 290 people. Earlier, the Railway Board had transferred five senior zone officials, including the assistant general manager and the divisional railway manager. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/BClfW0x

2nd Ashes Test: Australia extend lead to 221 before rain cuts short Day 3

Usman Khawaja hit a resilient unbeaten 58 as Australia tightened their grip in the second Ashes Test, stretching their lead to 221 against England before rain forced early stumps on Day 3 at Lord's on Friday. After England's batting collapse in the morning session gave Australia a 91-run lead, Khawaja led the visitors' in the second innings, finishing the day at 130 for 2. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jqCEids

SUV carrying electrocuted man rams into truck; 7 dead 2 injured

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Ahead of SCO summit Russia tells India situation under control https://ift.tt/GI6eN0K

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National Security Adviser Ajit Doval received a briefing from his Russian counterpart Nikolai Patrushev about the aborted coup by the Wagner Group, a mercenary army that went on a rampage last week against Moscow under its leader Yevgeny Prigozhin, a former ally of President Vladimir Putin. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/DxejmQJ

Delhi Manila back South China Sea ruling that China called null & void https://ift.tt/g5Hp1h4

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1st batch of pilgrims to leave for Amarnath shrine; LG likely to flag off yatra on July 1 https://ift.tt/Q1U8CfA

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Had close call as chopper made emergency landing: Mamata Banerjee https://ift.tt/goIsXi0

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West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said she had a “close call” as her helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing in Sevoke due to bad weather two days ago.Noting that she was touched by everyone's wishes for her good health, the TMC supremo said that she was slowly recovering after sustaining injuries while alighting from the chopper. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/nFxC4cz

2nd Ashes Test: Duckett leads England fightback after Smith ton

Opener Ben Duckett narrowly missed out on a maiden Ashes ton as his impressive 98-run knock helped England fight back against Australia in the second Test at Lord's on Thursday. Duckett smashed a counter-attacking 98 as England ended Day 2 at 278 for 4 in an another high octane "Bazball" batting display after Ben Stokes and co. bowled Australia out for 416 in the morning session. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KA1VhCw

Mules earned 46% more than choppers during 2023 Kedar yatra https://ift.tt/xw37uhJ

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In the limelight recently for being subjected to cruelty by owners, mules have outperformed helicopters in terms of generating revenue during the ongoing Kedarnath yatra, doing a business of Rs 82.4 crore, around 46% more than the revenue netted by choppers, which have earned Rs 56.4 crore. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/60rfyFI

Mules earned 46% more than choppers during 2023 Kedar yatra

In the limelight recently for being subjected to cruelty by owners, mules have outperformed helicopters in terms of generating revenue during the ongoing Kedarnath yatra, doing a business of Rs 82.4 crore, around 46% more than the revenue netted by choppers, which have earned Rs 56.4 crore. from Times of India https://ift.tt/60rfyFI

AAP backs UCC 'in principle' Congress Akalis oppose it https://ift.tt/XKID7S8

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A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strong pitch for a uniform civil code, Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday broke from the opposition ranks to extend "in principle" support to the proposal, citing Article 44 of the Constitution, even as Congress called it a tactic by an "agenda-driven majoritarian government" to divert attention from its failures. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/6ZOC3Ad

2nd Ashes Test: Smith's 85 takes Australia to 339/5 on Day 1

Steve Smith played a brilliant unbeaten innings of 85, leading Australia to a formidable total of 339-5 against England on the first day of the second Ashes Test at Lord's in London on Wednesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Bma7nW3

Treat road safety at par with global warming pandemic: Global leaders urge nations https://ift.tt/wREVDHY

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IIT-B in top 150 in QS World University Rankings list DU debuts at 407 https://ift.tt/v3Em1Zz

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June bounty: Delhi logs 98% excess rain so far

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106-year-old bags 3 gold at Doon sports event https://ift.tt/IWTrSj5

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Aarti Holla-Maini appointed UN Outer Space Affairs director

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No-work no-pay whip issued for 1 lakh Manipur staff for skipping work https://ift.tt/9WhCe4X

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The BJP-led government in Manipur invoked the "no-work-no-pay" whip on Monday against nearly one lakh employees across the hierarchy who have been away from their offices without authorised leave since violence erupted on May 3, especially those from the hill districts posted in the valley and vice-versa. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/TIkGvq5

Nasa recovers 98% water from urine sweat on ISS

In a major breakthrough, astronauts on board the International Space Station (ISS) have attained a 98% water restoration rate using an advanced system that recycles astronauts’ urine and sweat into drinkable water. The development holds immense potential for future long interplanetary missions. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Lio4wQN

Landslides leave tourists on Manali NH for 24 hours https://ift.tt/bEcKjJf

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Hundreds of tourists and locals were left stranded in cars and buses in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh the past 24 hours as the Chandigarh-Manali highway remained closed till Monday evening as heavy rain battered the hill state, which has recorded at least nine deaths in flash floods and landslides in the past three days. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/vZuSi7Y

Pakistan Army sacks 3 officers for attacks on its installations

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Exclusive! Abdu Rozik to make his acting debut on Hindi television with Radha Mohan

Abdu Rozik, who has been featured on reality shows like Bigg Boss 16 and Khatron Ke Khiladi 13, will join the cast of Pyar Ka Pehla Naam: Radha Mohan. from Times of India https://ift.tt/PDki4Zp

Blind murder case turns out patricide; victims son 2 aides held in J&K

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'What's happening in India' PM Modi asks BJP chief Nadda after returning from foreign visit https://ift.tt/i4yS2cW

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Sisi backs Indias focus on Global South as ties turn strategic

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi signed a landmark strategic partnership agreement following their decision earlier this year to elevate ties, and after a bilateral meeting that saw discussions on G20 cooperation, food and energy security, climate change and the need for concerted efforts by the Global South to deal with such issues. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6xgAbcR

Egyptian President Sisi backs Indias focus on Global South as ties turn strategic https://ift.tt/wvo6sTl

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi signed a landmark strategic partnership agreement following their decision earlier this year to elevate ties, and after a bilateral meeting that saw discussions on G20 cooperation, food and energy security, climate change and the need for concerted efforts by the Global South to deal with such issues. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/6xgAbcR

Muslim Congress leaders request Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde to change Bakrid holiday from June 28 to 29 https://ift.tt/u50k8eg

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Fight against WFI chief will be in court and not on road: Wrestlers

The protesting wrestlers on Sunday announced that the fight against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh will be fought in the court and not on roads. The decision by the wrestlers - Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrag Punia, came a day after asserting that they could hit the streets again to resume their agitation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ZrzIe86

Flash floods landslides wreak havoc in Himachal Pradesh; two killed

Landslides and flash floods triggered by a cloudburst hit Himachal Pradesh throwing normal life out of gear on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/fiaLwHs

Brahmaputra tunnel to speed up troops movement to LAC https://ift.tt/FrAgIBk

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The Centre has cleared the decks for a strategic tunnel under the Brahmaputra to transport soldiers to the LAC with China and bring about rapid development of the area with minimal disturbance to the environment. Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said technical bids for preparation of the detailed project report for the proposed 35­km­long corridor between Gohpur and Numaligarh will be opened on July 4. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/uDjpSA0

Brahmaputra tunnel to speed up troops movement to LAC

The Centre has cleared the decks for a strategic tunnel under the Brahmaputra to transport soldiers to the LAC with China and bring about rapid development of the area with minimal disturbance to the environment. Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said technical bids for preparation of the detailed project report for the proposed 35­km­long corridor between Gohpur and Numaligarh will be opened on July 4. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uDjpSA0

In Egypt Grand Mufti appreciates PM Modi for 'fostering inclusivity and pluralism' https://ift.tt/a6zmSPB

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PM Narendra Modi landed in Cairo Saturday for the first bilateral visit to Egypt by any Indian PM since 1997, looking to bolster the strategic partnership the 2 countries announced during President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s visit to India in January this year with focus on enhancing defence ties, counterterrorism cooperation and efforts to deal with radicalisation and extremism. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZpUxHSR

In Egypt Grand Mufti appreciates PM Modi for 'fostering inclusivity and pluralism'

PM Narendra Modi landed in Cairo Saturday for the first bilateral visit to Egypt by any Indian PM since 1997, looking to bolster the strategic partnership the 2 countries announced during President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s visit to India in January this year with focus on enhancing defence ties, counterterrorism cooperation and efforts to deal with radicalisation and extremism. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ZpUxHSR

Amit Shah lays martyrs memorial foundation https://ift.tt/CXxhno4

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India's rep to ICAO Shefali Juneja elected its first VP https://ift.tt/PYL5rpl

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Dreaded criminal jumps from flyover to evade arrest in UP dies

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'India will be 3rd largest economy soon': Key points from PM Modi's address to US Congress https://ift.tt/yZFmpoR

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a joint session of the US Congress on Thursday, becoming only the third world leader ever to make such an address twice. PM Modi earlier addressed the US Congress in 2016 during the Barack Obama administration. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/YrlvG3g

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PM Modi pushes back at question on treatment of minorities asserting Indian democracy takes care of all without discrimination https://ift.tt/FndupJ9

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi pushed back strongly at attributed criticism over his government's purported restrictions on free speech and treatment of minorities, asserting that India lives and breathes democracy and there is no question of any official discrimination over religion, caste, creed, or gender in the country. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/Mc8bzVm

India only G20 country that kept the promise it took in Paris to protect the environment: PM Modi https://ift.tt/LOu7H1C

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Environment is an article of faith for India and we do not believe in the exploitation of nature, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a joint press conference with President Joe Biden on Thursday. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/MlyRqgN

PM Modi's reply to US reporter's question on minority rights

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'No question of discrimination democracy is in our DNA': PM Modi's reply to US media question https://ift.tt/RouEzSA

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Actor Gajendra Chauhan on Adipurush: Conspiracy to destroy minds

Several celebs have come out sharing their views on the depiction of Ramayan in latest Bollywood film Adipurush. Recently, Gajendra Chauhan, who played the role of Yudhisthir in BR Chopra’s Mahabharat, shared his views on the same. from Times of India https://ift.tt/IeP0BtZ

Armed drones jet engines to take defence ties with US to next level https://ift.tt/hX2UsDc

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The already expansive defence relationship between India and the US is set to register a quantum leap during the Modi-Biden summit with the twin pacts on the joint manufacture of GE-F414 fighter jet engines and the sale of armed MQ-9B Predator drones, both a first for a non-military ally of the US. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/fB94OGy

First on the PM Modis menu: A full thought thali

Some of the most iconic names in academia, business, science, spirituality, and entertainment got 15-minutes of facetime each with Modi in a New York hotel that was once owned by the Sultan of Brunei and was home to entertainers Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston among others. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Hv2QjUV

PM Modi arrives in Washington on second leg of his maiden state visit to US https://ift.tt/md2YA9q

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Article 370 abrogation wouldn't have been possible if National Conference had not been weakened: Omar Abdullah https://ift.tt/TYwDJOb

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India moves up 8 places to 127 in WEF Global Gender Gap Report https://ift.tt/NThInRr

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'Darul Uloom never objected to English education'

Days after notification from Darul Uloom Deoband's (DUD) stern hornet nest over the alleged ban on imparting additional education (English, etc), the Islamic seminary on Wednesday informed the state minority commission, that DUD never objected to English education, but it was a clerical error which led to misunderstanding. from Times of India https://ift.tt/YfzmnkX

1st Ashes Test: Cummins leads Australia to thrilling victory over England

In a thrilling climax to the gripping five-day battle, Australia captain Pat Cummins led his side to a remarkable two-wicket victory over England in the opening Ashes Test at Edgbaston on Tuesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UPwaAx

As PM Modi lands at UN China blocks ban on 26/11 accused https://ift.tt/2wtYg9u

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Overriding repeated pleas by India to rise above political differences and address the issue of terrorism, China Tuesday formally blocked a proposal at the UNSC for designating LeT commander and 26/11 accused Sajid Mir as global terrorist. The move seemed timed deliberately with Modi’s first state visit to the US and came hours before he landed in New York to lead the International Day of Yoga celebrations at the UN. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/vb7fpxF

Mamata Banerjee slams BJP governor over commemoration of 'State Foundation Day' https://ift.tt/boCEkF8

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Khalistan Tiger Force chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar shot dead in Canada https://ift.tt/HnhG8D9

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Designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a known anti-India face who was head of pro-Khalistan outfits Khalistan Tiger Force and the Canadian arm of Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), was shot dead by unknown assailants at a parking lot of a gurdwara in Surrey, Canada, on Monday. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/oKn6RGx

1st Ashes Test: Brilliant Broad gives England slight edge

Seasoned pacer Stuart Broad got rid of world no. 1 and 2 batters Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith late on Day 4 to revive England's hopes of winning an enthralling first Ashes Test in Birmingham on Monday. Chasing 281 for victory in the fourth innings, Australia got off to a solid start and appeared to have taken the upper hand but Broad's late burst helped the hosts bounce back. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ruSJBqW

US may ask India to join trade pillar under IPEF talks during PM Modi's visit: Experts https://ift.tt/Cahmr8s

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MP: No trace of murdered couple thrown into Chambal river

Police in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena district are facing challenges in their search for the bodies of a young couple allegedly thrown into the Chambal River by the girl's family in a case of honour killing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pyYks27

Taarak Mehta actor says producer put serious allegations on her

Jennifer Mistry Bansiwal, who played the role of Mrs Roshan Sodhi in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah quit the show after her fallout with the makers. The actress accused the Producer Asit Modi of sexual harassment. Now, in an exclusive interview she has revealed that Asit Kumarr Modi has finally responded to her complaint and has put some serious allegations on her. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5ANyxCh

Bengal man recounts Uganda school attack https://ift.tt/YqL5ZAy

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Assam flood situation grim nearly 33500 affected https://ift.tt/kYywqBZ

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1st Ashes Test: Australia take control on rain-affected Day 3

Australia captain Pat Cummins displayed his all-round brilliance with bat and ball on a rain-marred third day of the first Ashes Test against England in Birmingham. Cummins played a crucial role as Australia enjoyed the upper hand, leaving England reeling at stumps. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bA3kWdy

Protesting wrestlers return to training as Asian Games trials loom

The Sports Authority of India centre in Sonepat has regained its lively atmosphere as protesting wrestlers join their fellow athletes to gear up for the upcoming Asian Games trials. The wrestlers have been vocal in their protest against the Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, demanding change and transparency in the sport's administration. from Times of India https://ift.tt/fl2IkAM

Mobs in Manipur target BJP politicians houses offices https://ift.tt/2Wg8sdI

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Armed mobs vandalised a BJP mandal office late Friday in Imphal and burned down a house at another locality in the city Saturday morning, while Army and Rapid Action Force (RAF) foiled several attempts to set afire BJP offices and houses of the party’s Manipur chief and a state minister. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/IgZKJo7

Cyclone Biparjoy: 'No lives lost despite landfall at 140 kmph' says Amit Shah https://ift.tt/Q6PH2u3

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Happy Father's Day: Wishes messages quotes images and more

This year, Father's Day is being celebrated on June 18, 2023. Here we list down some heart-touching wishes, messages, quotes, images, Facebook & Whatsapp status on this special occasion. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Nc4hIHR

Wont help Congress in Lok Sabha poll if it allies with CPM in Bengal: Mamata Banerjee https://ift.tt/JCUzy0k

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Ahead of the June 23 opposition meet in Patna, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Friday said Congress should not expect any help in the Lok Sabha polls in her state as long as it allied with CPM. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/ri97hlB

Assam flood worsens as incessant rain continues 34000 people affected https://ift.tt/Ep7oaqv

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Brilliant Root ton puts England in command in Ashes opener

Joe Root's magnificent century, his first against Australia since 2015, propelled England to a commanding total of 393-8 before declaring on the opening day of the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston in Birmingham on Friday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QYEfSie

'Excellent effort': PM Modi praises Indian-American singer Falguni Shah for her special song on benefits of Millets

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Cyclone Biparjoy: PM Modi speaks to Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel after landfall https://ift.tt/fVYZO8n

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Manipur CM says people involved in violence will be identified and booked https://ift.tt/Rj2FU1h

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Bengal Ram Navami violence: NIA yet to get case diaries

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50000 moved to safer places as Gujarat braces for Biparjoy https://ift.tt/crfAHeg

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On course to becoming possibly the cyclone with the longest lifespan in recent times in the Arabian Sea, Biparjoy is expected to crash ashore between Karachi (Pakistan) and Mandvi (Gujarat), with its centre most likely to pass near the fishing port of Jakhau (in Gujarat) between 4pm and 8pm. Nearly 50,000 people had been evacuated to shelter homes as of Wednesday evening. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/J1NDsy8

Indian-Irish teenager among 3 killed in Nottingham stabbings

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Indian woman killed in London; Brazilian neighbour held

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NIA court rejects PDP leader Waheed Para's plea to travel abroad for Yale fellowship https://ift.tt/8gkxmEt

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Lok Sabha elections could be held this year: Nitish Kumar

Ahead of the opposition parties’ meet in Patna on June 23, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on Wednesday said the Lok Sabha elections could be held this year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MPIXFDC

Two terrorists killed near LoC in J&K's Kupwara https://ift.tt/8aFmT7u

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5.4-quake hits Doda; two schoolgirls injured several buildings partially damaged https://ift.tt/8aFmT7u

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The Kapil Sharma Show fame Tirthanand threatens to die by suicide

Junior actor Tirthanand Rao took to social media to reveal his distress caused by a woman and threatened to die by suicide. During a live interaction he was seen pouring a liquid from an insect repellant bottle. from Times of India https://ift.tt/yRsYIBQ

NEET UG 2023 results declared; 48.5% rise in qualifiers

Two candidates named Prabanjan J from Tamil Nadu and Bora Varun Chakravarthi from Andhra Pradesh have been declared joint all-India toppers in the National Eligibility-cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) for undergraduate medical courses. The number of qualifiers increased by 48.5% as 1,145,976 candidates qualified from 2,038,596 candidates who appeared for the exam. from Times of India https://ift.tt/vmACKwX

Dangri terror attack: Victims' kin block Jammu-Poonch highway demanding justice https://ift.tt/1Mm5hfS

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Phase-3 trials find 1-shot chikungunya vaccine safe: Lancet

The first chikungunya vaccine may be on its way with phase 3 trials of a single-shot jab developed by French biotech company Valneva showing the vaccine to be generally safe, well tolerated and provoking an immune response. The study was conducted in the US. Its success will have significant implications for nations like India where chikungunya is endemic. from Times of India https://ift.tt/BI4gYn1

G20 education ministers to meet in Pune on June 22 https://ift.tt/1Mm5hfS

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China expanding nuke arsenal, but India confident of its strategic deterrence

China continues to rapidly expand its nuclear weapons arsenal, as does Pakistan albeit slowly, but India remains confident of its strategic deterrence capabilities with induction of new-generation Agni ballistic missiles and nuclear-capable Rafale fighter jets. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tibvnAT

Bahanaga locals perform 10th-day ritual for crash victims, shave heads https://ift.tt/nYWxNA6

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The residents of Bahanaga locality in Balasore district of Odisha on Sunday observed the 10th day ritual for the victims of the triple-train accident that took place on June 2. As a part of the ritual, 116 people shaved their heads at a pond near the Bahanaga Bazar accident site. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/wq1yQjF

Cyclone Biparjoy: Strong gusts hit flight ops at Mumbai airport

With cyclone Biparjoy passing off the coast of Mumbai, flight operations at the city airport were hit on Sunday evening as four flights diverted to other airports, while the pilots of seven arrival flights were forced to abort their first attempt at landing. The evening arrivals and departures were delayed by an average of 40 minutes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WYagOEm

Cyclone Biparjoy: Strong gusts hit flight operations at Mumbai airport https://ift.tt/cpsjuOq

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With cyclone Biparjoy passing off the coast of Mumbai, flight operations at the city airport were hit on Sunday evening as four flights diverted to other airports, while the pilots of seven arrival flights were forced to abort their first attempt at landing. The evening arrivals and departures were delayed by an average of 40 minutes. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/WYagOEm

Argument breaks out between cops, warkaris outside Pune temple

An argument broke out on Sunday between warkaris- devotees of Lord Vitthal- and police during a procession in Maharashtra's Pune district but there was no lathicharge, a senior officer said. Opposition parties, however, claimed police lathicharged warkaris and demanded a high-level probe and strict action. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tRLqQZN

Manipur peace panel set up under governor, CM a member

The Centre on Saturday set up a peace committee in Manipur under the leadership of governor Anusuiya Uikey and chief minister N Biren Singh as one of the members to broker peace among various ethnic groups of the state through dialogue and negotiations. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AWP5m2a

Succession? Supriya Sule, Praful Patel NCP working presidents https://ift.tt/CjmJUY4

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NCP chief Sharad Pawar on Saturday appointed trusted lieutenant Praful Patel and daughter Supriya Sule as working presidents of the party, roles created just to accommodate them, in what was seen as an end to the suspense over who succeeds him. The move, however, deepened the uncertainty about the fate of the ambition of his nephew Ajit Pawar, who has long coveted the leadership of the party. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZjhH2fa

National Conference vice-president Omar Abdullah hints at staying away from opposition grand alliance https://ift.tt/MJFEKSr

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Deflating the opposition’s hopes of forming a pan-India front to take on BJP in next year’s general election, National Conference (NC) vice-president Omar Abdullah on Saturday said he did not see any benefit from such a grand alliance for his party or for Jammu and Kashmir. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/RTHFZXS

PM Modi should either throw out Godse 'devotees' from party or end 'sham' of bowing before Gandhi's statues: Congress https://ift.tt/uWk61x9

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Objecting to BJP leaders' remarks "glorifying" Nathuram Godse, the Congress on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi should either throw out such "devotees" of Mahatma Gandhi's assassin from his party or end the "sham" of bowing before Gandhi's statues. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/WpuceiO

Australia find Virat Kohli in way to WTC title

A resolute Virat Kohli and first innings hero Ajinkya Rahane stand in Australia's way to the World Test Championship title as India head into the final day of the intriguing summit clash, requiring another 280 runs in the record chase of 444. The Kohli and Rahane duo added crucial 71-run unbeaten stand after an intent-filled knock from Rohit Sharma (43) in the final session as India ended the penultimate day of the 'Ultimate Test' at 164 for three at the Oval. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oFTE8x1

Men dressed in khaki kill 67-year-old woman in Manipur village

Assailants dressed in khaki and claiming to be engaged in a “combing operation” entered a Manipur village straddling Kangpokpi and Imphal West districts early Friday and shot dead three people, one of them a 67-year-old woman spending the night in a church building. from Times of India https://ift.tt/G5MiFZ4

Artificial intelligence has vast potential in India’s tech ecosystem: PM Modi https://ift.tt/43Oum2H

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and said on Friday that artificial intelligence’s (AI’s) potential in enhancing India’s tech ecosystem is vast, among the youth in particular. “We welcome all collaborations that can accelerate our digital transformation for empowering our citizens,” he tweeted, describing the conversation with Altman as insightful. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/anqjSLZ

Sunderbani narco-terror case: ‘Key conduits’ arrested with grenades in Poonch https://ift.tt/fcqGN8v

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“In the last 72 hours of follow-up operations to the Sunderbani narcotics recovery case, multiple joint operations have been conducted by the Indian Army and J&K Police, and three main operatives of the cross-border narco-terror module have been apprehended,” Jammu-based defence spokesperson Lt Col Devender Anand said. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/TbZaioN

Shipping ministry to include provision in bids to monetise dredged materials https://ift.tt/8kM5lDu

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Djokovic downs Alcaraz to enter French Open final

Novak Djokovic relied on his vast experience, unwavering determination, and exceptional fitness to emerge victorious over a struggling Carlos Alcaraz with a scoreline of 6-2, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 in the French Open semi-finals on Friday in Paris. from Times of India https://ift.tt/G4ABJFa

100 million plus in India now diabetic, up 44% in 4 years: ICMR study https://ift.tt/EaXBPn6

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India now has more than 101 million people living with diabetes compared to 70 million people in 2019, according to an ICMR study published in the UK medical journal ‘Lancet’. While the numbers are stabilising in some developed states, they are increasing at an alarming rate in many others, “warranting urgent state-specific interventions”, the study notes. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/JVhCMOT

Cloak row at Kashmir school https://ift.tt/DPSNoaL

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Dozens of students of a Srinagar girls’ school protested Thursday after being allegedly asked by the principal not to enter the premises wearing “Abayas” (traditional cloak), reviving memories of Karnataka’s hijab (scarf) row last year. The principal of Vishwa Bharti Higher Secondary School -- a woman herself -- claimed she had only sought to put an end to “colourful Abayas” and stressed the need for a proper “dress code”. She claimed “no higher authorities were involved” in the move. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/u4bl7Gv

4 independent Haryana MLAs meet BJP leader Biplab Deb amid rumblings in coalition govt https://ift.tt/dWjk3m9

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WTC final: Australia seize control as India's top order falters

Despite a valiant 71-run partnership off 100 balls between Ravindra Jadeja (48 off 51 balls) and Ajinkya Rahane (29* off 71), India found themselves in a precarious position at stumps, reeling at 151 for five in response to Australia's first innings total of 469, trailing by 318 runs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Wafi3eQ

Op Kaveri: PM Modi thanks Saudi Crown Prince for support

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and thanked him for his country's "excellent support" during evacuation of Indians from Sudan in April, while also conveying best wishes for the upcoming Haj pilgrimage. The Crown Prince conveyed his full support to India's initiatives as part of its ongoing G20 presidency. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Ytp9Ls3

Jammu's Tirupati Balaji temple opens for devotees

The Tirupati Balaji temple on the outskirts of Jammu and Kashmir was opened for devotees on Thursday. Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha, Union ministers Dr Jitendra Singh, and G Kishen Reddy inaugurated the temple of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy in the Majeen area. from Times of India https://ift.tt/0pdvktH

Ahead of PM Modi visit, India & US hold strategic trade talks https://ift.tt/pCImXZJ

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Ahead of PM Narendra Modi’s visit to the US, the two countries held the inaugural meeting of India-US Strategic Trade Dialogue (IUSSTD). The talks focused on ways to facilitate development and trade in critical technologies like semiconductors, space, telecom, quantum, Artificial Intelligence, defence and bio-tech, according to the Indian embassy in the US. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/Gy6Zv7n

NIA summons Islamic scholar in terror funding case https://ift.tt/YpE1LjB

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday summoned renowned Islamic scholar and Dar-ul-Uloom Rahimya in Bandipora, Moulana Rehmatullah Mir Qasmi, for questioning in connection with a terror funding case. “It appears that you are acquainted with the facts of this case. You are hereby directed to report at NIA camp office Church Lane, Sonwar, Srinagar, for the purpose of answering certain questions related to the case,” read the summon. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/PCrBkJS

SIA, police attach 124 properties across Jammu and Kashmir https://ift.tt/1YFiqGz

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The Jammu and Kashmir State Investigation Agency (SIA) and Executive Wing of J&K Police attached 124 properties (land and buildings) in 86 locations across the Union Territory on Wednesday, in accordance with the administration’s zero-tolerance policy for anti-national activities and terror funding. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/Li6bU9p