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NTPC is set to acquire the KSK Mahanadi power station in Chattisgarh, a large greenfield project with a proposed capacity of 3,600 MW, marking the state-run utility's second acquisition of a stressed asset. The project came under corporate insolvency resolution process in April 2022 after defaulting on loans. NTPC's investment in the project is valued at Rs 5,000 crore. from Times of India https://ift.tt/CTBxFuj

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Chinese netizens have creatively used the euphemism 'invitation to tea' to refer to someone being summoned or investigated by law enforcement departments for suspected illegal activities. China's ministry of state security released a list of '10 Cups of Tea', which includes offences like endangering national security and illegally acquiring state secrets, to warn against potential probes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/plViaeW

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Nagpur next month to attend the All-India Convention of BJP’s Scheduled Caste Morcha. Top sources told TOI, the PM will lead a road show in the city after addressing the event. He is also likely to visit Yavatmal to inaugurate a slew of projects in the morning and then touchdown in the city by noon. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/DUurNhY

Ashok Saraf, who is well known for his stellar performances in Marathi and Hindi films, has been selected for Maharashtra Bhushan Award 2023. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SPCfEHv

On Monday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) confiscated a BMW car owned by Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren from his residence in Delhi. This action by the central agency follows a day-long attempt to locate the CM for questioning in connection with an alleged money laundering case. Earlier in the day, the ED was unable to locate Hemant Soren at his residence in Delhi. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/QMKFv6t

After England secured a 28-run victory over India in the first Test at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, former cricketer Monty Panesar remarked that Rohit Sharma appeared 'clueless.' Talking about Ollie Pope and Tom Hartley's performance, he said that if the two English cricketers continue their form then the visitors have a chance to win the series by 5-0. from Times of India https://ift.tt/7tWi5lD

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Bigg Boss 17's grand finale shocks as Ankita Lokhande gets evicted in fourth place. Unique elimination setup brings in family members, including Ankita's mother. Ankita's journey was a roller-coaster ride, known for conflicts with husband Vicky Jain. She provided emotional support to contestants. Celebrities Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, Madhuri Dixit, and Suniel Shetty make appearances. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VqHDvBY

A cross-border terror module involved in smuggling of arms and ammunition has been busted, and five terror associates arrested in Karnah in Kupwara district, J&K Police said Saturday.In a statement, police said it had received “credible information” about arms smuggling from its own sources, which was “corroborated by other sister agencies and counterparts”. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/FJm4pG5

The inaugural execution utilizing nitrogen gas in the United States has drawn widespread global attention and has sparked serious concerns and vehement condemnations. The White House expressed its latest reaction on Friday, stating it was "deeply troubled" by the execution. "The use of nitrogen gas -- it is troubling to us," White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters. "We are deeply troubled by it." from Times of India https://ift.tt/ruHMScq

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday criticized the Congress, labeling it as "anti-Dalit," following comments by Sam Pitroda, the Indian Overseas Congress chief. Pitroda suggested that Jawaharlal Nehru had a greater role in drafting the Constitution than BR Ambedkar. The Congress leader deleted the post soon after the matter started picking up steam. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2xGJy3A

United Kingdom's attorney general will review a hospital order sentence handed out to the killer of Indian-Irish origin teenager Grace O’Malley-Kumar and two others in a triple murder in Nottingham last year after receiving a complaint that the sentence is too lenient. from Times of India https://ift.tt/f4Pp5Od

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The parliamentary committee responsible for reviewing the 'Prohibition of Child Marriage (Amendment) Bill, 2021,' which proposes increasing the age of marriage for women from 18 to 21, aligning it with the age for men, has been granted an additional extension by Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. According to the parliamentary bulletin, the committee has been granted a four-month extension until May to study the matter and present its report. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/e5d0JSR

National award-winning singer Bhavatharini, daughter of Ilaiyaraaja, has succumbed to stomach cancer. She was undergoing Ayurvedic treatment in Sri Lanka. Her story highlights the importance of awareness and vigilance in detecting and preventing stomach cancer. Born on July 23, 1976, Bhavatharinimade her debut as a singer for Raasaiya. She received the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 2000 for a song composed by her father. from Times of India https://ift.tt/W23fa9X

Wipro founder Azim Premji gifted 10.2 million shares worth nearly Rs 500 crore to his sons, Rishad and Tariq. The transaction does not alter the overall promoter and promoter group shareholding in the company, which remains the same. As of December, Wipro promoters and the promoter group held 72.9% in the company. from Times of India https://ift.tt/7wEZe4z

Thousands of devotees gathered at Slough Hindu Mandir to celebrate the consecration ceremony of Ramlalla in Ayodhya. Similar celebrations took place in hundreds of temples across the UK. The event marked the homecoming of Bhagawan Shri Ram to Ayodhya, bringing immense joy to the devotees. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bKCyLGh

Five villagers detained by the army after a terror ambush in J&K's Poonch last month, which resulted in the deaths of four soldiers, have reported severe torture during their detention. The disclosures were made during a police investigation into the deaths of three civilians in custody. The army authorities have not yet commented on the allegations. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/hr8UPFi

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Authorities said seven people were killed in the northeastern city of Kharkiv in the overnight barrage that also wounded more than 50 people. The toll rose after emergency services said they pulled out "the body of a dead woman from under the rubble of a destroyed high-rise building". Rescue operations, they said, were ongoing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AiygP27

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The consecration of Ram Lalla’s idol on Jan 22 will begin with ‘Mangal Dhwani’, for which more than 50 different musical instruments will be played together for two hours. The instruments will represent different areas of the country and include the pakhawaj, flute, dholak, veena, sundari, algoza and mardal. The performance will start at 10am and continue till the start of the ceremony. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/Ijq2tGk

J&K police say a Kashmiri Pandit's terror killing in Pulwama was part of a Pakistan-orchestrated design to disrupt peace and communal harmony in the Kashmir Valley. A chargesheet against 12 suspects reveals a broader conspiracy originating from across the border. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/aOVNBuk

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India's HS Prannoy was completely outplayed by world no. 2 Shi Yu Qi of China as he crashed out of the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament after a straight-game loss in the semi-finals in New Delhi on Saturday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/fswvMJ1

Pakistan expresses readiness to work with Iran after airstrikes. National Security Committee holds emergency meeting chaired by caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar. No desire for escalation, but will respond with full might if territorial integrity violated. Pakistani strikes target separatist groups, Iran's strikes target Jaish al-Adl. Concerns raised about instability in the Middle East. UN secretary-general urges maximum restraint. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1GmBMNA

On the second day of the Congress' 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' in Assam, the party claimed that its first yatra, which traversed from south to north, faced fewer problems passing through BJP-ruled states compared to the challenges encountered in the northeastern state. The party continued to level corruption allegations against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. Rahul Gandhi, who led both yatras, asserted that Chief Ministers of other BJP-ruled states could learn from Sarma on how to engage in corruption. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/026R4P1

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The hill districts of Manipur are predominantly inhabited by tribal communities, including Nagas and Kukis, who account for 40% of the population. The conflict with the Meitei community erupted after a 'Tribal Solidarity March' protested the Meitei community's demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/qvRjnd8

Google announces layoffs at its video-sharing platform, YouTube, affecting around 100 roles. This comes after recent layoffs across various divisions. YouTube is restructuring its operations to streamline its business and handle its growing creator base. CEO Sundar Pichai hints at possible further cuts later this year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5jXJdlC

India edged Afghanistan in a dramatic second Super Over to sweep the Twenty20 series after the third match ended in a tie following Rohit Sharma's record-setting century on Wednesday. The India captain became the first batsman to hit five T20I tons as his unbeaten 121 off 69 balls powered the hosts to 212-4 in Bengaluru after they had slipped to 22-4. But Afghanistan put up a spirited show as Gulbadin Naib hit an unbeaten 55 off 23 balls to steer his side to 212-6, taking two off the final delivery to level the scores. from Times of India https://ift.tt/kQov0Ej

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A village in Bihar is making news for its name and preparations. Its name is "Srirampur Ayodhya" by coincidence, but it isn't the only similarity. A variety of events have been planned to commemorate that significant occasion in this village as well, according to inhabitants. The village is currently preparing for the January 22 occasion, when they plan to celebrate both "Diwali" and "Dawat" (a feast). Samatipur previously grabbed headlines Lalu Prasad, then Bihar's CM, detained BJP leader Advani for organizing Rath Yatra to support construction of temple in Ayodhya. from Times of India https://ift.tt/L3eqfpE

A 20-year-old Pakistani intruder has been arrested by BSF from a forward area along the international border in Jammu’s Makwal. Officials on Tuesday said BSF troops observed suspicious movement along the international border in the Makwal area. They challenged the suspect and took him into custody. A Pakistan national identity card identifying the intruder as Muhammad Sadiq has been recovered from the intruder. Sadiq, the intruder is being interrogated. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pak-national-arrested-along-international-border-in-jammu/articleshow/106906825.cms

PM Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the role of tribal woman Shabari in the story of Ram, ahead of the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22. He also emphasized the importance of the welfare of the poor, deprived, and tribals, and mentioned the construction of 4 crore permanent houses for the poor in the last 10 years. “The story of Shri Ram is not possible without Mata Shabari,” the PM said. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/csp0brY

Security forces in the Krishna Ghati sector of J&K's Poonch are conducting searches to find terrorists who fired on an army convoy. No casualties were reported. Concurrently, another operation is underway in Sawjian, Mandi, based on reports of suspicious activities in the forested area. This follows a recent ambush in Dera Ki Gali, Poonch, where four soldiers lost their lives. “The search is underway in Dharti, Dhara, Magnad and Jhallas areas of Poonch,” an official source said. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/FVYJqKu

Security forces in the Krishna Ghati sector of J&K's Poonch are conducting searches to find terrorists who fired on an army convoy. No casualties were reported. Concurrently, another operation is underway in Sawjian, Mandi, based on reports of suspicious activities in the forested area. This follows a recent ambush in Dera Ki Gali, Poonch, where four soldiers lost their lives. “The search is underway in Dharti, Dhara, Magnad and Jhallas areas of Poonch,” an official source said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/FVYJqKu

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Makar Sankranti, a Hindu festival marking the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Makara, holds immense cultural, traditional, religious, and agricultural significance in India. Celebrated on January 14th, it signifies the end of winter solstice and the beginning of longer days. The festival is characterized by kite-flying and the consumption of festive foods like sesame seeds, and jaggery. Devotees also take holy dips in rivers and engage in traditional dances around bonfires. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jGWnwzp

Many others might have been on a sticky wicket having lost both arms in an accident at age seven. Not Amir Hussain Lone. The 34-year-old from Kashmir’s Anantnag is scoring runs and fame, drawing Sachin Tendulkar among his cheerleaders. “Hope I get to meet him one day and get a jersey with his name. Well done for inspiring millions who are passionate about playing the sport,” Sachin wrote in a post on X recently after learning about Amir’s incredible feats on the field include bowling with his feet and batting by placing the bat between his shoulder and neck. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/Q2BGRSg

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Fans are enjoying the family week special in Bigg Boss 17, particularly Ankita Lokhande's conversation with her mother-in-law. However, clips of the latest episodes have surfaced online, showing Vicky's mom questioning Ankita but ignoring her son's mistakes. Meera Chopra, Mannara Chopra's cousin sister, expressed her support for Ankita and called out Vicky's mother's behavior. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8hO2VeM

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Left-handed batter Rinku Singh, who scored a 9-ball 16, stayed till the last, giving Shivam Dube, who played an unbeaten innings of 60 runs off 40 balls, good company to finish off the chase. The duo put on a fine unbeaten 42-run stand for the fifth wicket, denying any chance whatsoever to Afghanistan. Rinku, who is an attacking batsman himself, kept his cool and gave credit to former Indian skipper MS Dhoni's advice for his calm and composed approach towards the game. from Times of India https://ift.tt/YyMKaxI

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Coaching institutes will be barred from making misleading claims like '100% selection' or '100% job guaranteed' in their advertisements. The consumer affairs ministry is introducing guidelines to prevent such misleading advertisements. The guidelines will apply to all coaching institutes and cover all forms of advertisement. The aim is to ensure complete and honest disclosure of institute credentials. The guidelines will specify dos and don'ts, including disclosure of courses, duration, and whether they are paid or free. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/RTVjBGO

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On Monday, defence minister Rajnath Singh landed in London for a three-day visit dedicated to comprehensive discussions on various facets of the India-UK Defence Partnership. The agenda includes high-level talks addressing a broad spectrum of defense, security, and industrial cooperation issues. In addition to a scheduled bilateral meeting with his UK counterpart, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, he is anticipated to engage with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Foreign Secretary David Cameron. A ceremonial Guard of Honour, visits to Mahatma Gandhi are on the agenda. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/idkXwSL

Union minister Kiren Rijiju dismissed Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Nyay Yatra as a mere enjoyment trip, saying that it doesn't benefit the people. Mocking Gandhi, Rijiju called him a baby with immature thoughts. "He is still a baby. He has aged but his thoughts are still like that of a child," he said. He also emphasized that the schemes launched by PM Modi are what truly matter for the country. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi is preparing to embark on the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, covering key constituencies like Amethi, Rae Bareli, and Varanasi. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/h9nFWCA

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K-Pop sensation Aoora gets evicted from Bigg Boss 17, leaving Salman Khan, contestants shocked. Aoora bonds with Arun Mashetty, Chintu, Ankita Lokhande. Known for changing hair colours, Aoora gets emotional when he can't understand Anurag Dobhal's joke. Aoora's unique rendition of Bappi Lahiri's Jimmy Jimmy from Disco Dancer impresses in India. Aoora was a member of Double-A and debuted in 2009. Tabu appears as a special guest in the episode with tasks. BB17's Aishwarya Sharma talks about Munawar, Ankita-Vicky slap incident, and ex-boyfriend's claims. from Times of India https://ift.tt/K15SoDM

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The NIA attached the house of Aamir Mushtaq Ganaie, a key conspirator in the 2022 arms seizure case in Srinagar. Ganaie, associated with TRF, was using the residential property for conspiring and committing terror crimes. The case is part of a larger conspiracy related to drone-dropping of weapons by a Pakistan-based module. Ganaie was one of the masterminds involved. The NIA had earlier arrested Faisal Muneer, who delivered the weapons to Ganaie for carrying out targeted killings. The accused were also engaged in radicalising the youth to join terror outfits in Kashmir. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/a5l3sS7

A 52-year-old steward from British Airways tragically passed away on a flight from London Heathrow to Hong Kong. Despite medical assistance, the steward could not be resuscitated. Passengers were informed that the New Year's Eve flight would be cancelled. This marks the second recent loss for British Airways, as another steward passed away on December 23. The crew member was discovered lifeless in his hotel room during a stopover between flights. The flight from Newark to London Heathrow was cancelled. from Times of India https://ift.tt/XkyH8Y9

An undertrial, Sonu Kumar Das, died after jumping from the Swatantrata Senani Express in a bid to escape police custody. He was being taken from Delhi to Bihar when the incident occurred. Das, who was accused of murdering his wife, had recently escaped from the sub-divisional jail in Benipur, Darbhanga. He died after his head crashed into an OHE pole. The body has been sent for postmortem. The local police and Government Railway Police are investigating the matter. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/v8HupEn

Japan Airlines successfully evacuated all 367 passengers from an Airbus A350 wide-body jet after it collided with a Coast Guard plane at Tokyo's Haneda airport. The crew followed emergency protocols and prioritized panic control, guiding passengers using concise instructions. The crew performed visual checks to determine usable emergency exits and used megaphones to communicate due to a malfunctioning announcement system. Passengers praised the efficiency of the evacuation, acknowledging that it potentially saved their lives. The incident has sparked a debate about the adequacy of current evacuation standards. from Times of India https://ift.tt/JuGhivs

Despite a 2021 Supreme Court ruling which mandates the appointment of special educators in government schools, Telangana is yet to have them onboard. The state sanctioned about 1,523 posts for this role in August this year. However, hiring is nowhere in sight, say special educators.​Presently, Bhavitha centres set up at mandal level under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyaan scheme caters to special need kids, and these centres have 250 vacancies. Meanwhile, parents say that the education department should implement the mandates of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the supreme court ruling. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/ubNTZqH

The European Space Agency's Proba-3 mission is set to launch on India's PSLV in September. The innovative mission involves two small satellites, a Coronagraph and an Occulter, flying in tight formation about 150 meters apart. The Occulter will cast its shadow onto the Coronagraph, creating an artificial eclipse, allowing the observation of the Sun's faint corona in visible, ultraviolet, and polarized light for extended periods. The mission aims to provide new insights into coronal mass ejections and measure solar irradiance, potentially influencing our understanding of Earth's climate. from Times of India https://ift.tt/iJ9V4zR

Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrests builder Vijay Machindar of Ornate Spaces in a money laundering case. Machindar allegedly sold off seven flats booked in Grove Tower in Oshiwara to others. He received Rs 450 Crores from Punjab National Bank and other bankers for the project. Machindar also raised around Rs 70 crores by selling around 70,000 sq. feet area to 34 purchasers. He allegedly took help of Dawood gang to get back allotment letters of 34 flats in Grove Tower. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/RkWvyDf

The Supreme Court ruled that trivial errors should not be used to deny a job to a successful candidate. The court directed the state government to appoint a village boy from Bihar as a police constable, despite a mistake in his date of birth. The petitioner had sought help from an internet cafe owner and made an inadvertent error in the online form. The court emphasized that justice should not be forsaken due to technicalities and that the error was insignificant and should not be penalized. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1s0YpOS

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Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan are constructing an underground bunker on their Hawaii ranch. The bunker will be self-sufficient in energy and food. The compound, known as Koolau Ranch, spans 1,400 acres and includes over a dozen buildings. The project's total cost exceeds $270 million. The purpose of the underground shelter remains unclear, but Kauai County encourages homeowners to build hurricane-resistant safe rooms. Silicon Valley elites investing in property and constructing bunkers has become a trend. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3Fb9nEo