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Northwest India recorded just 3.1 mm of rainfall (91% less than normal) in January, the second lowest since 1901, whereas the country as a whole recorded 58% less than normal rainfall in the month, India Meteorological Department said on Wednesday. However, it predicted the monthly rainfall over the country as a whole during Feb is most likely to be "above normal", extremely crucial for Rabi, and could bring relief to farmers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/4zBcMFD via IFTTT

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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/l9UnzDR via IFTTT

During the current Ranji season, a star son has been launched. But for 25-year-old Agni Dev Chopra, he never had the luxury of a re-take that his film-maker father Vidhu Vinod Chopra has had throughout his illustrious career. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/AP8et9b via IFTTT

Violence returned to Manipur's Imphal valley after a brief lull with unidentified gunmen shooting dead two persons and critically wounding three others in a Tuesday afternoon attack at a village in Imphal West district bordering Kangpokpi, a hill district. The two deceased were identified as N Michael, 33, and M Khaba, 23. One of the injured was taken to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KOa18Jk via IFTTT

If a man's monthly income is Rs 7 lakh, maintenance of Rs 60,000 for his homemaker-wife suffering from mental ailments cannot be considered high, the Karnataka HC has observed in a recent judgment, reports Vasantha Kumar.Dismissing a petition by the Bengaluru-based husband to halve the amount, Justice M Nagaprasanna declined to accept his contention that his wife is not capable of using such a huge amount due to her mental condition and that it might be misused by others. from Times of India https://ift.tt/t5pNkzl via IFTTT

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 Times of India https://ift.tt/23atRTG via IFTTT

Out-of-favour India opener and current Karnataka skipper Mayank Agarwal was urgently taken to a local hospital when he fell ill right before his flight to New Delhi was set to depart. This incident has sent shockwaves through the cricket fraternity, especially as the player filed an official police complaint alleging foul play. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/X8tLWwB via IFTTT

An Indian-origin couple, Arti Dhir and Kavaljitsinh Raijada, accused of a double murder in Gujarat, were refused extradition by UK courts. However, they have now been convicted in the UK for smuggling £57 million worth of cocaine from London to Sydney and money laundering. The couple set up a front company for drug smuggling, using their knowledge of airport freight procedures. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AKIU3nC via IFTTT

Speaking at the annual "Pariksha Pe Charcha" programme on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi suggested students to "always make friends who are more intelligent and work harder". "You must be inspired by such friends. Don't let the pressure of studies and examinations overpower you," he said .Modi said that even though competition and challenges act as inspirations, competition must be healthy. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pGBCaiX via IFTTT

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 Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/D0Ult5O via IFTTT

The highly debated reality show, Bigg Boss 17, is about to reveal the winner in a couple of minutes. Mannara Chopra, a well-liked contestant, has secured the position of second runner-up in the reality show. After many days of entertainment, drama, and emotional moments, Mannara Chopra has made it to the top finalist list successfully. from Times of India https://ift.tt/gqNJOkc via IFTTT

The left-arm debutant spinner Tom Hartley spun India's batters out, claiming an impressive 7/62 and concluding the Test with a total of 9/193. Notably, the performance is now the best match figure for an England spinner on Test debut since 1945. Hartley's nine-wicket haul in the first Test also matched the joint-most since former English spinner Robert Berry's 9/116 against West Indies in Manchester in 1950.Hartley's remarkable performance underlined his impact and added a new chapter to England's spin-bowling legacy in Test cricket. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/e7jwOzx via IFTTT

Kolkata heavyweights East Bengal were on Sunday crowned champions of the Super Cup after emerging 3-2 winner in a thrilling final against Odisha FC with Cleiton Silva scoring the decisive goal. Despite both sides having multiple chances to score, neither could convert as the match ended 2-2 after regulation time and also after the end of the first half of extra-time. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/j63ZJQL via IFTTT

Left-arm spinner Tom Hartley said Sunday the strip used for the first Test against India didn't offer much to the tweakers and he had to "keep a cool head" to make his debut memorable with a seven-wicket haul in a famous England victory. Hartley's 7/62 fashioned England's memorable 28-run win on the fourth day of the Test in Hyderabad. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/HZqDQ7v via IFTTT

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 Times of India https://ift.tt/sHJWbXe via IFTTT

Top opposition figures, including Congress's Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, NCP patriarch Sharad Pawar and Left leaders Sitaram Yechury and D Raja were absent from the Republic Day parade. Trinamool Congress is also understood to have been unrepresented. from Times of India https://ift.tt/My6X1c4 via IFTTT

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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/rQLwWOb via IFTTT

Airbus is set to sign an accord to establish an assembly line in India for the production of H125 civil helicopters. The line will be overseen by Tata Advanced Systems Limited. This agreement is expected to be announced during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Zw4iJcq via IFTTT

Chief minister M K Stalin has condoled the death of Ilayaraj's daughter Bhavatharani's death and said that he was both shocked and saddened by her sudden demise. Bhavatharani who was born into a family of musicians captured the hearts of many at a very young age, he said. Her unique voice made it easy to distinguish and identify her songs. Chief minister Stalin also recalled how the singer had bagged the national award for her song, in the film `Bharathi' for which her father was the music director. She has also been music director for many films. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RO6ZtJx via IFTTT

A year after Hindenburg Research's damaging report against the Adani Group, the conglomerate's market capitalisation has more than doubled. However, it is still Rs 4.7 lakh crore short of its all-time peak. Adani Power, Adani Ports & SEZ, and Ambuja Cements have recovered their lost ground, while Adani Total Gas and Adani Energy Solutions have seen significant value destruction. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2hnTUAJ via IFTTT

Tech companies continue to announce layoffs, with eBay being the latest to join the list. CEO Jamie Iannone revealed that close to 1,000 jobs, approximately 9% of the workforce, will be cut. These layoffs are part of eBay's efforts to better position the company for long-term, sustainable growth and to address the challenges posed by the macroeconomic environment. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ylOEw2X via IFTTT

Union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari criticizes officials for cutting safety features in road projects to reduce costs. Urges them to consider road user behavior in project preparation and incorporate suitable designs. Engineers should ensure that people cannot engage in risky behavior like crossing roads instead of using foot over bridges. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VrcY1J4 via IFTTT

The tax department has seen a significant increase in the number of taxpayers, thanks to rising compliance and the use of technology. The total number of taxpayers who have filed tax returns has more than doubled in the past 9 years. This increase has led to a rise in direct tax receipts, with net direct tax receipts rising by 160. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GdK7t5N via IFTTT

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/96PWUy7 via IFTTT

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India closely tracks Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 heading to Malé via Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka denied permission for docking, and the Indian Navy is monitoring its movements. Previously, Chinese vessels Shi Yan-6 and Hai Yang 24 Hao had visited Colombo despite Indian objections. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6wuQpK4 via IFTTT

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Skipper Ben Stokes had trained with the England squad during their camp in Abu Dhabi last week, but did not bowl. He is unlikely to bowl in the Test series also. The 32-year-old Stokes underwent surgery in November last for his long-standing left-knee problem. England arrived in India on Sunday and trained for the first time at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium on Monday. Uncapped spinner Shoaib Bashir could not accompany the team due to visa delay, and remained in Abu Dhabi. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Py4fORS via IFTTT

On the eve of Ram Lalla's consecration, Ayodhya prepares for the grand ceremony. PM Narendra Modi will perform the consecration of Ram Lalla in the presence of 121 Vedic priests. The ceremony will include the removal of the idol's blindfold, application of kajal, and a maha arti with 108 diyas. from Times of India https://ift.tt/a943kf6 via IFTTT

This article discusses flight booking tips, including strategic planning, early booking, flexibility with travel dates, and using Google Flights' features like price graph, price tracking, and filters to secure the best flight deals for your travel plans. For those with flexible travel dates, the Price graph feature enables an exploration of fare trends by month or week, with the option to activate flight and price tracking. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VBkL2v7 via IFTTT

Two colleagues belonging to different religions were assaulted by a gang on Friday evening in Karnataka's Haveri district, marking the third case of moral policing in the region this month, reports Basavaraj Marlihalli. Police responded swiftly and arrested eight suspects linked to the attack. The arrested men have been identified as Abdul Khader Mudgal, Mansoor Tandoor, Mehaboobkhan Badiger, Riaz Halageri, Alwaj Baligar, Abdul Desuru, Mehabub Ali Halageri, and Jahangirsab Kanake. from Times of India https://ift.tt/gW4oe1i via IFTTT

The Delhi high court ruled that fees received by a US domain name registrar for providing registration services are not taxable as royalty. The court considered the accreditation agreement between the registrar and ICANN, stating that the registrar does not have proprietorship rights in the domain name and therefore cannot transfer the right to use it. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5TZ3pxH via IFTTT

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 Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/JopfPCm via IFTTT

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/TSpubGq via IFTTT

Indian Immunologicals Ltd rolls out Havisure, India's first indigenous Hepatitis-A vaccine. The two-dose inactivated virus vaccine, developed over eight years, is priced at Rs 2,150 per dose. Extensive clinical trials have shown that Havisure is safe and efficacious for pediatric, adolescent, and adult use. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5tGi0Xz via IFTTT

Zaka Ashraf, the chairperson of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Interim Management Committee, announced his resignation on a Friday. Ashraf, who had been an integral part of PCB's Board of Governors since July 6, 2023, stepped into the role of Management Committee's chairperson after succeeding Najam Sethi. The decision to step down was conveyed during a pivotal management committee meeting at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore, where Ashraf tendered his resignation to the patron caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/UNyvzmn via IFTTT

India's HS Prannoy produced a valiant effort to progress to the men's singles semifinals with a thrilling three-game win over Chinese Taipei's Wang Tzu Wei at the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament in New Delhi on Friday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/gfjrTqw via IFTTT

The Centre has issued guidelines mandating coaching centres to enrol students who have completed 16 years or passed Class XII exams. They are barred from making misleading promises. Prior registration is mandatory for coaching centres, and each branch is treated as a separate entity. The guidelines also require coaching centres to have qualified tutors, fair fees, and a counselling system. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pix5YSo via IFTTT

Preparations are in full swing for the Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pran Patishtha ceremony on January 22, 2024. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the Ram temple and be the chief guest. More than 7,000 people, including politicians, film personalities, and industrialists, will attend. Schools and central government offices in various states will have a holiday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/73sLxXi via IFTTT

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 Times of India https://ift.tt/XBh7Hu3 via IFTTT

Two-time runner-up Daniil Medvedev reached the Australian Open third round with a five-set win over Emil Ruusuvuori which finished at 03:40 on Friday morning. World number three Medvedev battled back from two sets down to win 3-6, 6-7 (1/7), 6-4, 7-6 (7/1), 6-0 after more than four hours and 20 minutes on court. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/JXywZnc via IFTTT

The third T20I clash between India and Afghanistan in Bengaluru made cricket history by necessitating two Super Overs to establish the winner of the match. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/HaRpS5q via IFTTT

The third T20I clash between India and Afghanistan in Bengaluru made cricket history by necessitating two Super Overs to establish the winner of the match. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HaRpS5q via IFTTT

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/1AofZXK via IFTTT

The final five overs of the match witnessed a spectacular display of power-hitting as India accumulated a staggering 103 runs. Skipper Rohit Sharma and the left-handed Rinku Singh in particular stole the show by smashing an incredible 36 runs off Afghanistan's Karim Janat's final over of the innings, which included a six off a no-ball. Rohit's spectacular knock of 121 runs off 69 balls, supported by an unbeaten 190-run partnership with Rinku Singh, turned the tide, rescuing India from a precarious position. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/LBaTcir via IFTTT

Japan's spacecraft SLIM, also called Moon Sniper, is set to execute a soft landing on the moon on January 20. The mission aims to evaluate equipment, investigate the moon's origins, and study low gravity technology. This will be Japan's third attempt to land on the moon. According to the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Jaxa), the primary role of the mission is to do a pinpoint landing on the moon, evaluate size and weight of equipment used in the landing and investigate the moon’s origins. from Times of India https://ift.tt/4Kl9ig3 via IFTTT

Several British Sikhs have received "threat to life" notices, known as Osman warnings, from the British police. This has fueled conspiracy theories that India could be behind the threats, given the court case against Nikhil Gupta in the US regarding an alleged plot to kill Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. An Osman warning is a police warning of a death threat. It is used when there is intelligence of the threat but not enough evidence to justify an arrest. from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/nri/other-news/british-sikhs-received-threat-to-life-warnings-from-cops/articleshow/106906959.cms via IFTTT

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 Times of India https://ift.tt/d5x9y1a via IFTTT

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/aV5EGmt via IFTTT

The departure of Milind Deora from Congress marks a significant chapter in Rahul Gandhi's political journey, as it nearly completes the exodus of the original band of young "dynasts" who came to be identified with the Gandhi scion during his initial days. After Jitin Prasada and Jyotiraditya Scindia, Deora is the third of the second-generation Congress leaders who hogged the headlines as Team Rahul during the UPA decade. Another of the coterie member R P N Singh has also joined BJP, like Prasada and Scindia, though he is still awaiting his legislative rehabilitation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AyIwNM8 via IFTTT

With the series against Afghanistan in bag, India skipper Rohit Sharma on Sunday said he is happy that the players are actually walking the talk as the team ticks all the boxes ahead of the T20 World Cup. India beat Afghanistan by six wickets in the second T20I to in Indore take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-game series, which is the last before the T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/YFCv2IK via IFTTT

Stormy half-centuries by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shivam Dube propelled India to a dominant six-wicket win over Afghanistan in their second T20I in Indore on Sunday, sealing a 2-0 victory for the hosts in the three-match series. Opener Jaiswal hit six sixes as he scored 68 of 34 balls to set the tone for India's reply to Afghanistan's 172, while Dube, another left-hander, got his second unbeaten half-century in this series, scoring 63 off 32 balls as India reached the target with 4.2 overs to spare. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/TROWVcj via IFTTT

Virat Kohli's unparalleled popularity was on display during the second T20I against Afghanistan in Indore when a fan managed to breach security to embrace the star Indian batter. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/ryLjxkc via IFTTT

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently announced significant improvements in the customer experience for H-1B visa applicants, placing a strong emphasis on digital processes. Key among these improvements is the rollout of 'organizational accounts' and the facilitation of online submissions for both visa applications and requests for premium processing. Slated for implementation in the fiscal year 2025 H-1B cap season, these organizational accounts are designed for non-cap filings. They will allow various members within an organization, encompassing businesses and their legal representatives, to work together in preparing H-1B visa applications. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2wqHXvl via IFTTT

The Amazon Great Republic Day Sale offers incredible deals across various product categories such as TV and appliances, smartwatches, fashion and beauty, mobiles, and home and kitchen products. Additionally, there are extra offers like 10% instant discount on SBI cards, No Cost EMI on bank cards, exchange offers, coupons, and cashback deals. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1qL3rsG via IFTTT

Despite not having the chance to meet batting maestro Virat Kohli in person, tennis legend Novak Djokovic highlighted the fortunate opportunity to communicate with the Indian cricketer. Djokovic emphasised the positive and friendly nature of their relationship, acknowledging Kohli's stellar cricketing career and expressing gratitude for the kind words shared between them. Djokovic, with a potential 25th Grand Slam title within reach, shared his admiration for India and discussed the motivations that drive him to achieve greatness each day. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/7XeFAnx via IFTTT

The new generation Akash surface-to-air missile system is ready for user trials. The missile system has the capability to intercept hostile aircraft, helicopters, and drones at a range of 30-km. The Akash-NG weapon system will be a force multiplier for the air defense capability of the IAF and Army. from Times of India https://ift.tt/NHn3tIZ via IFTTT

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As videos and images of tennis great Novak Djokovic and batting stalwart Steve Smith having a blast went viral on social media on Thursday, legendary Sachin Tendulkar lauded the accomplished sportsmen, terming their on-court moment 'beautiful'. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/vNE6wKp via IFTTT

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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 Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/ubn4q1R via IFTTT

India skipper Rohit Sharma on Thursday said the team management will consciously put the players in uncomfortable situations ahead of the T20 World Cup in June. The three-match series against Afghanistan is India's last before the T20 World Cup which is scheduled to be hosted by the United States and the West Indies in June. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/LT73Q24 via IFTTT

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Congress contests Shiv Sena's claim to seats in Maharashtra, calling it unrealistic. NCP does not voice specific demands. Hard negotiations expected in seat-sharing dialogues. Congress positioning as important player. Sena's position seen as bargaining chip. NCP and Sena may need contingency plans. Unity emphasized to guard against BJP. Next round likely with Sonia Gandhi, Pawar, and Thackeray. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3ze1cPZ via IFTTT

The first US lunar lander in more than 50 years rocketed to space gave up its hopes on Moon landing after the lander faced a "critical" fuel leak on Tuesday. Informing that there was "no chance of a soft landing on the Moon", the company said, "given the propellant fuel leak, there is, unfortunately, no chance of a soft landing on the Moon". The robotic lander, Peregrine, built by a private company Astrobotic had been facing several technical problems since its launch Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6j4SUHB via IFTTT

Dominic Thiem, who recently lost to Rafael Nadal in the first round of the Brisbane International, will now directly enter the first round of the Australian Open starting on January 14, avoiding the need to go through the qualifiers. The 30-year-old Austrian, ranked 98th, made headlines by breaking the Grand Slam dominance of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic with his victory at the 2020 US Open. However, he faced a setback due to a wrist injury in the following year, sidelining him for several months. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/jNTMqSW via IFTTT

The first US lunar lander in more than 50 years rocketed to space Monday, suffered 'critical loss' of fuel. In its latest update, Astrobotic posted on X, " Unfortunately, it appears the faliure within the propulsion system is causing a critical loss of propellant. The team is working to try and stabilize the loss, but given the situation, we have prioritized maximising the science and data we can capture. We are currently assessing what alternative mission profiles may be feasible at this time." from Times of India https://ift.tt/vWCX1LT via IFTTT

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India's Astrobotic's Peregrine lander, the second private mission to the moon, will lift off on Monday with over 80,000 messages from kids worldwide and a piece of Mount Everest. The mission director, Sharad Bhaskaran, has early India connections. The touchdown is scheduled for February 23 on the moon's Bay of Stickiness. This will be the first US lunar landing since Apollo 17, and it launches under Nasa's Commercial Lunar Payload Services Initiative with the help of United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Hrd1UTg via IFTTT

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has won re-election for a fifth term Sunday, officials said, following a boycott led by an opposition party she branded a "terrorist organisation".Hasina's ruling Awami League "has won more than 50 percent seats," an Election Commission spokesman told AFP, with counting ongoing.She has presided over breakneck economic growth in a country once beset by grinding poverty, but her government has been accused of rampant human rights abuses and a ruthless opposition crackdown. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pJcQl4O via IFTTT

The Sports Ministry on Sunday said the suspended Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has no authority to conduct the Senior National Championships and any event staged by the body will be considered "unsanctioned" and "unrecognised". from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/8USqFt2 via IFTTT

Interest rates on retail loans, including home loans, have started increasing as banks revise their marginal cost of lending rate (MCLR). While home loans are linked to the repo rate, other loans are not. SBI has raised its auto loan rates from 8.65% to 8.85% for clients with high credit scores. Bank of Baroda has increased auto loan rates to 8.8% and reintroduced processing fees. Union Bank of India and IDFC First Bank have also hiked rates on auto and personal loans. Bank of Maharashtra reduced its home loan interest rates to 8.35%. from Times of India https://ift.tt/PUAS6il via IFTTT

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina is set to win her fourth term in office as the main opposition party, BNP, did not contest the elections due to a lack of a caretaker government. The outcome is seen as a foregone conclusion, backed by India and China but lacking credibility in the West. India's interest lies in maintaining peace and stability in the region, as well as controlling any fallout from the lack of acceptance for Hasina. The turnout for the elections is crucial for credibility. Russia's reaction is also being observed. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HaDJ0fq via IFTTT

The number of creches under the National Creche Scheme dramatically decreased due to a combination of factors, including financial irregularities and changes in funding patterns. The scheme's fund utilisation worsened over time, leading to a slash in allocation from the centre. Several states, including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, no longer have any creches. The scheme was renamed Palna Scheme under Mission Shakti, but it has struggled to get off the ground. The new scheme aims for 17,000 anganwadi cum creches by 2025-26, but there are concerns about meeting the demand and maintaining funding allocation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5msT6bC via IFTTT

Pakistan's Senate passed a resolution on Friday seeking a delay in the upcoming polls scheduled for February 8 due to security concerns, harsh weather, and threats to the lives of prominent politicians. The resolution emphasized the need to address legitimate concerns, facilitate election campaigns, and guarantee the safety of politicians and citizens. It called for the effective participation of people from all areas of Pakistan and belonging to all political shades. The resolution was moved by Independent senator Dilawar Khan, with support from intelligence agencies warning of terrorist attacks on election rallies. from Times of India https://ift.tt/CATYjWv via IFTTT

Elon Musk criticized the US government for limiting visas in the H-1B category and suggested that the country should stop illegal immigration and allow more legal immigrants to come in. He called the current system "madness" and proposed halting illegal immigration while substantially increasing legal immigration. Musk made these comments while discussing a chart showing pending applications from highly skilled individuals for visas in the H1-B category. He also addressed another chart comparing illegal immigrations under different US presidents and stated that the current administration is actively facilitating illegal immigration. from Times of India https://ift.tt/rSLgaVI via IFTTT

Rafael Nadal is unsure if he will compete at the upcoming Australian Open after his defeat to Jordan Thompson in the Brisbane International quarter-finals on Friday, during which the Spaniard left the court on a medical timeout. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/gQrz58O via IFTTT

Clinical India bowled out the Australians for 141 in 19.2 overs with pacer Titas Sadhu taking four wickets and then chased down the target in 17.4 overs for a facile win. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/dEqNroX via IFTTT

DCGI has also asked the drug controller cum licensing authorities to direct all blood centres to adhere to the revised guidelines for recovery of processing charges. When a person donates blood, it is not transfused into a patient directly. The donated blood, referred to as whole blood, is processed in centrifuges to separate it into transfusable components. This includes red cells, platelets and plasma. The exercise is referred to as blood processing and a cost is incurred on this. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Z8NKH0D via IFTTT

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/9lZLUVy via IFTTT

Nikesh Arora, the highest-paid executive at Google, became a billionaire after joining Palo Alto Networks. His net worth is now $1.5 billion. As the CEO of Palo Alto Networks, a cybersecurity software company, Arora received $125 million in stocks. The company's share price surged, making Arora's stake worth $830 million. He sold $300 million worth of shares in 2023. Arora's 2023 compensation includes up to 750,000 stocks, worth over $220 million. The company justified the award based on his strong performance and vested ownership. from Times of India https://ift.tt/18C3OrD via IFTTT

In the first Test, Mohammed Siraj had figures of 2/91 in South Africa's only innings, but he made a strong comeback by claiming six wickets for just 15 runs from nine overs in the second Test, contributing to the hosts being bundled out for 55 in the first innings. However, after the first day of the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town, the Indian pacer took even more satisfaction in addressing the mistakes he made during the series opener in Centurion. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/bd8nNuV via IFTTT

India pacer Mohammed Siraj might have bowled the spell of his life during the second Test on Wednesday but South Africa's batting coach Ashwell Prince has never seen a quicker day one strip at the Newlands Stadium with such 'inconsistent bounce'. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/2j8Xd6S via IFTTT

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The president of Harvard University resigned Tuesday after coming under ferocious attack for her handling of anti-Semitism during protests over Gaza, as well as allegations that she had plagiarized in her academic work. In the United States, the anti-Semitism on campus controversy came amid a rise in attacks and violent rhetoric targeting Jews and Muslims, including at universities, since the Israel-Hamas war erupted. from Times of India https://ift.tt/kUno60M via IFTTT

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Test cricket remains the pinnacle of the game, Cricket South Africa (CSA) said after it was criticised for selecting a second-string squad featuring seven debutants for the country's two fixtures in New Zealand next month. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/d5rwVlL via IFTTT

Following, abusing and pushing a woman might be "annoying" acts, but did not constitute the offence of outraging the modesty under IPC Section 354, the Nagpur bench of Bombay HC ruled, and granted relief to a man convicted by the judicial magistrate first class court at Wardha. Justice Anil Pansare acquitted the appellant, a 36-year-old labourer, saying the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt. A college student had filed a police complaint against the man alleging that he had followed her a couple of times and abused her. from Times of India https://ift.tt/K1WmrQS via IFTTT

Israel's Supreme Court on Monday struck down a key component of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial overhaul. The court's 8-7 majority decision overturned a law enacted in July, a crucial element of Netanyahu's proposed justice system overhaul. The now-invalidated law aimed to prevent judges from overturning government decisions they deemed "unreasonable." Critics argued that this move by Netanyahu raised concerns about potential corruption and the improper appointment of unqualified individuals to key positions. Prime Minister Netanyahu has so far not commented on the Supreme Court’s ruling. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8TlLu47 via IFTTT

The Indian men's team lifted the Asia Cup trophy and secured the gold medal at the Hangzhou Asian Games. Despite these successes, the Rohit Sharma-led side faced defeats against Australia in both the World Test Championship (WTC) and the World Cup finals. The batting great also commended the women's team for their historic wins over England & Australia. Under the captaincy of Harmanpreet Kaur, the women's team achieved notable success by defeating England and Australia in one-off Tests. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/lwCsiz4 via IFTTT