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Ukraine live: Putin's popularity up since conflict, poll shows

Vladimir Putin's ratings have seen a boost since the start of military actions in Ukraine, the independent Levada Centre said, with over 80 per cent of Russians saying they support the Russian president's actions. The first poll conducted by Levada since Moscow sent troops into Ukraine on February 24, said 83 per cent of Russians approve of Putin's actions, up from 71 per cent in early February. Stay with TOI for more updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/y7AeiY6 via IFTTT

Watch: Jaishankar hits out at campaign against India

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar made an extremely sharp remark about the criticism that India is buying oil from Russia. He said that European countries remain the biggest buyers of oil and gas from Russia. He also said that there is a 'campaign' against India for buying Russian oil at a discounted rate. The EAM Jaishankar was speaking at an event organised by the Indian Council for World Affairs, where he held a discussion with visiting UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss. Truss said, 'India is a sovereign nation, I am not gonna tell India what to do.' from Times of India https://ift.tt/jYApwoz via IFTTT

RRR records highest post-pandemic Week 1 BO collection

'RRR' has ended its first week at the box office on a high. The Hindi dubbed version of the Ram Charan and Jr NTR starrer ended the week maintaining a steady collection of an estimated Rs 11.50 crore nett. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3RF2jHI via IFTTT

SRK, Nayanthara to shoot for Atlee’s film next week

Shah Rukh Khan is back from Spain and will begin shooting for his home production directed by Atlee from next week. An industry insider revealed to ETimes, “Nayanthara will be joining the actor in this schedule, which will go on for about 10 days in Mumbai.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/GNsc4bo via IFTTT

In UK foreign secy’s presence, Jaishankar hits out at campaign against India

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Top10: Why Reliance used stealth to takeover Future stores

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Gambhir's reaction goes viral as LSG register maiden IPL win

Lucknow's mentor, former India cricketer, Gautam Gambhir was silent and not showing any emotions as such through Lucknow's epic run chase against the defending champions. But when his team tied the scores and it was clear they were going to win, Gambhir was all pumped up and euphoric. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GtIFeuh via IFTTT

'360-degree' Badoni a great find for India, says KL Rahul

Lucknow Super Giants' skipper KL Rahul said Ayush Badoni is a strong 360-degree player and an asset for white-ball cricket in India, after the youngster displayed his skills with the bat in a six-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League on Thursday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/19DPc3h via IFTTT

ATF price hiked by 2% to all-time high

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NEET-UG on July 17, enrolment from April 2

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Live: Have to be self-reliant in fuels as well, says Gadkari

Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday arrived at Parliament in a green hydrogen-powered car. To become 'Aatmanirbhar', we've introduced green hydrogen which is generated from water, he said. Stay with TOI for the latest developments from Times of India https://ift.tt/QbCMcyE via IFTTT

Good old fan spreads AC’s chill, cuts electricity bill: Study

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In Pics: Samson leads Rajasthan to big win over Hyderabad

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Blow for Imran Khan as MQM-P strikes deal with opposition

With 177 members, the opposition has now more numbers of supporters in the national assembly and they don't need the support of disgruntled PTI MNAs. While on other hand the Pakistani government has only 164 members in the parliament. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jZz58hG via IFTTT

IPL: We have to execute our plans better, says Williamson

Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Kane Williamson on Tuesday said his team will have to improve a bit and execute their plans better in the upcoming matches of the IPL 2022 after starting their campaign with a big, 61-run defeat to Rajasthan Royals here. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pA72RPn via IFTTT

IPL 2022: Sanju Samson blitz singes prodigal Sunrisers Hyderabad

Sanju Samson led from the front with a blistering 55 as Rajasthan Royals opened their season campaign in the IPL with an emphatic 61-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Tuesday. Royals' bowlers led by Prasidh Krishna, who rattled the top-order including dismissing skipper Kane Williamson for two, restricted Hyderabad to 149/7 despite an unbeaten 57 by Aiden Markram. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GnyDLe5 via IFTTT

Fuel prices hiked again, total increase now stands at Rs 5.60

Petrol and diesel prices were hiked by 80 paise a litre each on Wednesday. This takes the total increase in rates in the last nine days to Rs 5.60 per litre. from Times of India https://ift.tt/zjkQMH7 via IFTTT

Class 12 student collapses writing exam, dies at hospital

Mohammad Aman Arif Shaikh, 18, a resident of Gomtipur, collapsed while he was appearing for his Class 12 examination at CL High School in Rakhial on Monday afternoon. Aman was taken to Shardaben Hospital where he died soon after admission even as he was provided ventilatory support. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Zk0Wvci via IFTTT

Road rage in Mumbai claims life of ex-kabaddi player

In a case of road rage, a kabaddi player, Ram Ganesh Singh (32), who had represented Maharashtra at the sport at the sub-junior level, lost his life after he was stabbed during his attempt to halt an altercation between his nephew and a biker in Prabhadevi last week. from Times of India https://ift.tt/LmurjeT via IFTTT

How to search for tweets using keywords and more

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Will Smith apologizes to Chris Rock for slap on Oscars stage

The day after slapping Chris Rock on the Oscars stage and upending the 94th Academy Awards, Will Smith issued an apology to the comedian, to the academy and to viewers at home, saying he was "out of line" and that his actions are "not indicative of the man I want to be." from Times of India https://ift.tt/oXU8Nn9 via IFTTT

Top10: Should govt employees be allowed to join a strike?

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IPL: Shami and Tewatia star in Gujarat's win over Lucknow

Mohammed Shami's three wickets and a batting blitz by Rahul Tewatia helped Gujarat Titans begin their IPL journey with a thrilling win over fellow debutants Lucknow Super Giants on Monday. Chasing 159 for victory, Gujarat were in trouble at 78-4 but Tewatia smashed an unbeaten 40 off 24 balls to make his team win by five wickets and two balls to spare in Mumbai. from Times of India https://ift.tt/fmTWvwn via IFTTT

Delhi hits 40°C, ‘severe’ heatwave likely today

The mercury shot past 40 degrees Celsius at several weather stations in Delhi-NCR on Monday as heatwave-like conditions gripped the region, ringing in an early onset of summer in the capital and surrounding places that have been seeing a prolonged dry spell since the beginning of March. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GY9Tf6s via IFTTT

Oscars 2022: BTS makes a surprise appearance

All those glued to their TVs for the biggest night in Hollywood, were in for a surprise! Popular boy band BTS made an appearance at The 94th Academy Awards. The charmers appeared in a pre-recorded segment called “Favorite Film Musical With BTS” and gave a shout out to Disney and Pixar. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MtX4GFn via IFTTT

Half of Shanghai in lockdown to Covid outbreak

The government had sought to avoid the kind of hard lockdowns regularly deployed in other Chinese cities, opting instead for rolling localised lockdowns, in an effort to protect Shanghai's economy. But Shanghai has in recent weeks become China's Covid hotspot, and on Monday another record high was reported with 3,500 new confirmed cases. from Times of India https://ift.tt/DeY02h8 via IFTTT

Top10: India’s biggest multiplexes announce a blockbuster

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IPL: Punjab's solid run-chase impresses skipper Mayank

Punjab Kings' captain Mayank Agarwal is happy after registering a five-wicket win over RCB in Match 3 of IPL 2022 played at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. Punjab chased down a stiff target of 206 with ease, reaching 208/5 in 19 overs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HjIN42u via IFTTT

IPL: Smith, Shahrukh sizzle in Punjab's win against RCB

On Sunday, Punjab Kings found the perfect opportunity to test their new recruits while chasing 206 against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. They ticked most of the boxes with the top-order batters getting to fluent starts, and the middle order quickly recovering from a mini collapse, to pull off a sensational five-wicket win with an over to spare. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AW04Nfv via IFTTT

Live: 48-hour bharat bandh begins today

A 48-hour nationwide strike called by different trade unions to protest against govt policies to be observed on Monday and Tuesday. Stay here for real-time updates on breaking news from India and across the world that you can't miss: from Times of India https://ift.tt/SRj8Hzk via IFTTT

Petrol price and diesel hiked for sixth time in 7 days

Petrol price on Monday was hiked by 30 paise a litre and diesel by 35 paise, taking the total increase in rates in the last one week to Rs 4-4.10 per litre. Petrol in Delhi will now cost Rs 99.41 per litre as against Rs 99.11 previously while diesel rates have gone up from Rs 90.42 per litre to Rs 90.77, according to a price notification of state fuel retailers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/93kq7mK via IFTTT

Benedict Cumberbatch, Jason Momoa show support for Ukraine at Oscars 2022

Attendees at the 94th Academy Awards on Sunday night marked presence on the red carpet by showing support for Ukraine, which has been facing a severe humanitarian crisis ever since Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a full-scale military operation there. from Times of India https://ift.tt/0GKlFUN via IFTTT

Oscars 2022: Live updates from the 94th Academy Awards

The biggest night in Hollywood is upon us! The 94th Academy Awards are back at the Dolby Theatre in LA with Wanda Sykes, Amy Schumer and Regina Hall hosting the ceremony. This year, Jane Campion’s ‘The Power of the Dog’ is leading the nominations with 12 nods. Follow this blog for all the live updates on the Oscar Awards. from Times of India https://ift.tt/M1GX4QS via IFTTT

Always tension when Dhoni is batting, says KKR skipper Shreyas

After defeating Chennai Super Kings (CSK) with a six-wicket victory in the season opener of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) skipper Shreyas Iyer said that there is always a sense of tension when Mahendra Singh Dhoni is batting. from Times of India https://ift.tt/CqxsAXu via IFTTT

MS Dhoni still calling the shots for CSK

Trying to defend 131, Dhoni, quite clearly was in charge, even though Ravindra Jadeja was hovering close by. Every field change was MS Dhoni’s call, every instruction to the bowler -- even when coach Stephen Fleming walked into the ground during the break, his discussion was with the man who left captaincy two days ago. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9hqwaYS via IFTTT

IPL 2022: Dhoni, Rahane, Umesh sparkle; KKR win IPL opener

Umesh Yadav was a late pick for KKR from the auctions, Ajinkya Rahane went for base price and MS Dhoni has just relinquished his final official leadership role - captaincy of CSK. But the Saturday fare at Wankhede was all about these three. from Times of India https://ift.tt/v4kL6El via IFTTT

Rockets hit western Ukraine as Biden visits Poland, decries Putin

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‘Zinc deficiency raises chances of Covid attack’

Zinc deficiency is often responsible for low immunity resulting in poor defence against a Covid attack, experts have pointed out. from Times of India https://ift.tt/hEuDYvB via IFTTT

Women's WC Live: India opt to bat vs South Africa

IND vs SA Women's World Cup Live: India captain Mithali Raj won the toss and opted to bat against South Africa in Christchurch. Get live cricket score updates of Women's World Cup 2022 match between India vs South Africa. Check live scorecard, ball-by-ball commentary, cricket score online on Times of India from Times of India https://ift.tt/06jTiGY via IFTTT

Electric cars: Five big questions answered

The electric car revolution is speeding up but what do buyers really want to know? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/BpL0Nda via IFTTT

SSC GD constable result 2021 released

The selected candidates are now required to appear for Physical Endurance Test (PET)/ Physical Standard Test (PST) for the recruitment of Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), NIA, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination 2021. Call letters to candidates short listed for PET/ PST to be conducted by the CAPFs, will be issued by the Nodal CAPF i.e. CRPF. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5LZdpFI via IFTTT

IPL: With Dhoni around, Jadeja not worried

CSK had decided last season that they would groom Jadeja as the new skipper. The initial plan was that Dhoni would stay the skipper while Jadeja would be mentored to take over in due course. But Dhoni, during the camp in Surat, probably felt that Jadeja is ready for the job. from Times of India https://ift.tt/vyiZsTa via IFTTT

In pics: Nutan, whose simplicity was the ultimate sophistication

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IPL 2022: Time for Hardik Pandya 2.0

Until 2015, the year he made his Mumbai Indians debut, Pandya lived a life running against all odds. Between 2015 and last year, he ran with those very odds stacked in his favour. From here, he has to run to draw some semblance to the journey so far. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9QJrZ1F via IFTTT

Calcutta HC stops Bengal SIT, asks CBI to probe Birbhum case

The Calcutta high court handed CBI on Friday the investigation into the Bogtui village carnage in which eight people of a family were charred to death inside a cluster of houses in Bengal’s Birbhum district on March 21 in an alleged revenge attack over a panchayat representative’s murder an hour earlier. from Times of India https://ift.tt/PpAW47j via IFTTT

Times Top10: When a developer goes bankrupt…

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Times Top10: When a developer goes bankrupt…

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Aur Sunao: Shraddha on break-up rumours with Rohan Shrestha

Shraddha Kapoor and Rohan Shrestha never confessed their relationship, but rumours about their romance and wedding continued to go strong. However, on Thursday, reports suggested that the couple has parted ways. Amid heartbreak rumours, Shraddha dropped an adorable picture on Instagram asking her followers, "Aur sunao???". Shraddha's brother was quick to comment on her post and wrote, “Miss you my leedal Rani". from Times of India https://ift.tt/yxor7Ec via IFTTT

IPL 2022: Dhoni passes CSK baton to Ravindra Jadeja

Mahendra Singh Dhoni stepped down as captain of Chennai Super Kings after 12 years in charge, ending an era of super success for the IPL franchise. He will be replaced by all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has been an integral part of the team since 2012. from Times of India https://ift.tt/YJa5Cu3 via IFTTT

Europe agrees new law to curb Big Tech dominance

Under the rules major firms like Apple and Google would have to open up their systems to rivals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/BLAjJhk via IFTTT

Kangana a celebrity, but she can’t forget she’s an accused: Court

In a detailed order rejecting actor Kangana Ranaut’s plea seeking permanent exemption from attending legal proceedings in a defamation case against her by Bollywood veteran Javed Akhtar, a magistrate’s court held that no doubt, being a celebrity, she had professional assignments, but she cannot forget she was an accused in the case. ​​The court said till date she has not appeared with an intent to cooperate with it for the trial. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ZID8RYQ via IFTTT

Petrol, diesel prices hiked by 80 paise a litre

Petrol and diesel prices were hiked by 80 paise a litre each on Friday, the third increase in four days. Price of petrol & diesel in Delhi at Rs 97.81 per litre & Rs 89.07 per litre respectively today, they have been increased by 80 paise, according to a price notification of state fuel retailers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5j6JnIc via IFTTT

Live: Prices of petrol, diesel rise by 80 paise a litre

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Why patients are flocking to India for surgery

There has been a sharp growth in medical tourism to India but the sector needs better regulation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/DrTSC3z via IFTTT

Times Top10: Can non-Hindus run a business near temples?

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Five reasons why Russia is bogged down in Ukraine

A month into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine the conflict on the ground appears to have reached stalemate. Few would have thought Russia’s so-called “special military operation” would last this long. After all, Russia has overwhelming military superiority over Ukraine in terms of active troops – 9 lakh to 2. 1 lakh – and lethal arsenal.​ from Times of India https://ift.tt/Rh1gdCD via IFTTT

Income Tax raids Hero MotoCorp, CMD Munjal’s residence

In one of the most high-profile actions against a top industrial group in the country in recent times, the income tax department on Wednesday conducted raids around 20 locations of two-wheeler major Hero MotoCorp, and also at the residence and office of company chairman and CEO Pawan Munjal. from Times of India https://ift.tt/7S0csOb via IFTTT

Ukraine war: Fortnite owner Epic Games raises £37m for humanitarian efforts

Video game developers, publishers and players come together to raise millions for Ukraine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/tVd68BQ via IFTTT

All eyes on Brussels as Biden heads to Europe with sanctions stick in hand

US President Joe Biden headed out to Europe on Wednesday for a diplomatic triple-play aimed at further consolidating the western alliance, enhancing military aid and humanitarian relief for Ukraine, and punishing Russia for its invasion with even harsher sanctions. from Times of India https://ift.tt/X4csazV via IFTTT

Exports top $400bn for 1st time, fastest expansion since 2009-10

Export of Indian goods topped the $400-billion mark for the first time, led by higher engineering goods, electronics and food products, with another $10-12 billion worth of products expected to be shipped during the remaining nine days of the financial year. So far this year, exports are estimated to have increased 37% from last year’s level of $291 billion, making this the fastest pace of expansion since the over 40% growth registered in 2009-10, according to data available on the RBI website. from Times of India https://ift.tt/JwkjToq via IFTTT

Sonia Gandhi to G-23: Party polls in 3 months, changes after that

Congress chief Sonia Gandhi has told G-23 leaders that their concern over the party’s problems was understood, but they would have to wait for the organisational polls for any changes in the party structure as demanded by them. Sonia, as part of her outreach to placate the dissident group on Tuesday, they are learnt to have repeated their worries about what they term the decline in the party’s support base and listed what they see as the reasons behind electoral failures. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Ks3qIcN via IFTTT

China plane crash: Pilots did not answer calls

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Times Top10: Delhi remains most polluted capital, yet again

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Revenue generated from IPL goes back into the game: Jay Shah

"Transparency" remains the keyword in the entire process of the sale of media rights and to ensure the same, the BCCI has gone ahead and decided to conduct an e-auction. BCCI secretary Jay Shah, who is overseeing the entire process, says he has little doubt the game's hottest property anywhere in the world will once again justify its ability to attract top-dollar in the India market, and globally. from Times of India https://ift.tt/JMI5qyG via IFTTT

Petrol, diesel price hike seen stoking inflationary pressure

The upward revision in prices of petrol and diesel after a gap of over four-anda-half months is likely to put fresh pressure on prices and strain household budgets against the backdrop of the swirling uncertainty due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The impact of the increase across the supply chain has the potential to hurt growth at a time when the economy was scripting a robust recovery after the bruising impact of the three Covid waves. from Times of India https://ift.tt/l9PNxa3 via IFTTT

Indian experts point to Biden’s silence on Chinese aggression

US president Joe Biden’s description of India’s response to Russia vis-a-vis Ukraine as “shaky” received pushback from Indian analysts, some of whom have been pointing out that the US and its European allies continue energy purchases from Russia (by one account, up to $600 million per day), while bearing down on India. Others pointed to lack of US concern over China’s ingress into India. from Times of India https://ift.tt/EyOZsx9 via IFTTT

Live: Will implement UCC soon after forming govt, says Dhami

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Sonia Gandhi meets more G-23 leaders, hears grievances

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Biden calls India 'shaky' in Russia confrontation

US President Joe Biden said Monday that India was an exception among Washington's allies with its "shaky" response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Biden lauded the US-led alliance, including NATO, the European Union and key Asian partners, for its united front against President Vladimir Putin. This includes unprecedented sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's currency, international trade and access to high-tech goods. from Times of India https://ift.tt/JrRt1Ci via IFTTT

RBI guv pledges liquidity, rules out stagflation fears

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Quint leaders discuss response to Russia tactics in Ukraine

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Biden: Russia 'exploring' US cyber-attacks

President Joe Biden says US companies should "immediately" prepare defences. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/9btAX6p via IFTTT

AFT wants soldier reinstated after 25 years, given pension

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How access to satellite images shifts the view of war

An unprecedented supply of images gives a unique overview of events unfolding on the ground. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/7EArNYx via IFTTT

Courts must not stay infrastructure contracts: Supreme Court

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PM Modi holds meet over formation of govts in 4 states

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting at his residence with senior BJP leaders about government formation in the four states where the party won the recent assembly polls. Although it has been 10 days since results were declared, the party had put the government formation exercise on hold due to “holastak”, a phase not considered good for a new work as per the Hindu astronomical calendar. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WOcstGT via IFTTT

US to declare Myanmar’s military committed genocide

Five years after Myanmar’s military began a killing spree against ethnic Rohingya, driving nearly 1 million people from their country, the United States has concluded that the widespread campaign of rape, crucifixions, and drownings and burnings of families and children amounted to genocide. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to announce the determination. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6sOgc7n via IFTTT

E-waste: Royal Mint wants to turn your old phone into gold

The Royal Mint has found a way to turn old circuit boards from phones, computers and TVs into gold. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/sW6kJfB via IFTTT

Live: Work or be axed, Kejriwal tells Punjab AAP ministers

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Not smart but clever? The return of 'dumbphones'

Why sales of very basic mobile phones, without apps and internet connection, are increasing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/uQdqetD via IFTTT

All parties, including Cong, create division among people: Azad

Stating that political parties, including Congress, create division among people on various grounds, former Union Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, member of G23 of the Opposition party, on Sunday, while referring to the 1990 exodus and killings of the Kashmiri Pandits, said that Pakistan and terrorism were responsible for all that took place in the valley. from Times of India https://ift.tt/l0G4pLg via IFTTT

Samsung ‘apology’ & other top tech news of the week

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Facebook locking users for not enabling this feature

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All England: In-form Lakshya Sen aims at bullseye!

Lakshya Sen continued his rich vein of form to dethrone Lee Zii Jia of Malaysia 21-13, 12-21, 21-19 in the semifinals of the All England Championships on Saturday. The 20-year-old is just one step away from emulating the feat of his mentor Prakash Padukone and chief coach Pullela Gopichand. While Prakash, at whose academy Lakshya learned the nuances of the game and still trains, won it in 1980, Gopi had won it in 2001. from Times of India https://ift.tt/92CLKl4 via IFTTT

Japanese PM wants Modi to intervene with Putin

Seeking a common stand on Russia’s action against Ukraine, Japan PM Kishida sought cooperation from Modi in convincing Vladimir Putin to maintain a “free & open international order”. While PM Modi didn’t mention Ukraine in his press statement, Kishida said he had told Modi any attempt to unilaterally change the status quo anywhere should never be tolerated. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5weuTmW via IFTTT

2 held for 'death threats' to judges over hijab verdict

Tamil Nadu police arrested two men on Saturday on the charge of issuing death threats to Karnataka high court judges who delivered the 'hijab verdict' on March 15 that upheld a ban on students wearing the Islamic headscarf in class. Kovai Rahmathullah was arrested in Tirunelveli, while S Jamal Mohammed Usmani, 44, was taken into custody in Thanjavur. from Times of India https://ift.tt/0CXzyga via IFTTT

Anonymous: How hackers are trying to undermine Putin

The BBC speaks to hacktivists about past and future attacks in their "cyber war" against Vladimir Putin. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/KdM7sI0 via IFTTT

BJP meet to pick Uttarakhand CM likely on Monday

While Pushkar Singh Dhami continues to be the frontrunner for the post of chief minister despite his defeat from Khatima, other probable names doing the rounds include those of Chaubattakhal MLA Satpal Maharaj, Srinagar MLA Dhan Singh Rawat and Rajya Sabha member Anil Baluni. Dhami is likely to be repeated as CM as he is young and energetic and also because BJP had contested the polls in his name and recorded a big win from Times of India https://ift.tt/ultYrJm via IFTTT

Live: Putin appears at rally as troops press attack in Ukraine

Diplomacitc efforts have made little headway as Russia presses on with its invasion of Ukraine. There have been allegations of civilian shelters like theatres and hospitals coming under Russian air attack in the city of Mariupol. Stay with TOI for all updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/JILdh54 via IFTTT

Ukraine crisis: Biden warns Xi of consequences for backing Russia

US President Joe Biden and China's Xi Jinping spoke for nearly two hours on Friday as the White House looked to deter Beijing from providing military or economic assistance for Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The White House said Biden underscored to Xi the "implications and consequences if China provides material support to Russia as it conducts brutal attacks against Ukrainian cities and civilians". from Times of India https://ift.tt/a1Dsy49 via IFTTT

Covid live: States told to check flu-like cases

The Centre has said that India managed the Omicron wave relatively better in comparison to some other countries. Although the chances of another big wave look small, it has cautioned people against dropping guard. Stay with TOI for all updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/n4NsHPa via IFTTT

How Kremlin accounts manipulate Twitter

One of the prime sources for fake news on Twitter comes straight from the Kremlin's network of Twitter accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/9dZAfo2 via IFTTT

BJP govt in Goa to be sworn in on Wednesday

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70%-80% parents fear learning loss in children: NCEE survey

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UAPA: 7-day limit is non-negotiable, says Kerala HC

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Top10: What should foreign medical interns be paid in India?

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This malicious software is used to target Apple users

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Sunny Balwani: Elizabeth Holmes' former partner goes on trial

Sunny Balwani was considered the "enforcer" at Theranos and was its enigmatic founder's lover. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/9eTXpJk via IFTTT

Deepfake presidents used in Russia-Ukraine war

Videos of Putin and Zelensky declaring the war is over have been circulating online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/XwSijbY via IFTTT

Pakistan no-trust vote: 24 lawmakers defect from Imran's party

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How Ukraine war has created crisis for Indian newspapers

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Happy Holi 2022: Images, wishes, cards, GIFs & more

Happy Holi 2022: Holi - the festival of colors - celebrates the victory of good over evil. People across generations celebrate it throughout the country, smearing each other with colors, gulaal, and distributing sweets. People, especially children and the young, eagerly wait for Holi, celebrated every year after the full moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna, which falls in March as per the Gregorian Calendar. This year, Holi will be celebrated on March 18, Friday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Ld6fvCY via IFTTT

How a jetpack design helped create a flying motorbike

The developers of a powerful mini aircraft hope it will be used by the armed forces. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/v9bdtLF via IFTTT

Happy Choti Holi 2022: Images, quotes, wishes and more

Happy Choti Holi 2022: We wish all our readers a very happy Choti Holi. from Times of India https://ift.tt/vuWUC6T via IFTTT

Gandhi family loyalist Mani Shankar, Tharoor at Cong G-23 meet

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Hardik bowls at NCA, passes Yo-Yo test with flying colours

Injury-ravaged India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has got the all clear to lead Gujarat Titans in the upcoming IPL after a general assessment at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru where he bowled and also passed the 'Yo-Yo' Test comfortably. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WAScNzv via IFTTT

CJI: Will decide next week when to list hijab pleas

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UK introduces exhaustive Online Safety Bill

Under its rules, social networks could be fined or blocked if they fail to remove harmful content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/1wBJRyX via IFTTT

Shah lauds 'Kashmir Files,' Farooq seeks exodus probe

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Live: Bihar board to announce BSEB 12th result today at 3pm

Bihar Board 12th Result 2022 or BSEB Intermediate result is releasing today around 3pm. Education Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary would be announcing BSEB 12th Result. Students would be able to check their BSEB Class 12 Result online on biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. Candidates, who took the Bihar Board Class 12th examination this year, can check and download their results on the official website - https://ift.tt/h1up0N3. Candidates will be required to login with their roll number and date of birth to access the Bihar Board Class 12 result. Stay with TOI for updates. from Times of India https://ift.tt/H0sNOEW via IFTTT

Chhattisgarh: Five killed, 17 injured in tractor-truck collision

At least five people were killed and 17 others injured after a tractor collided with a truck in Gariaband district of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday evening. from Times of India https://ift.tt/F8WLwsR via IFTTT

Women's World Cup Live: Mithali Raj falls early, India 2 down against England

Ind vs Eng Womens World Cup 2022 Live: England captain Heather Knight won the toss and chose to bowl against India. Rejuvenated after scoring a massive win over the West Indies, India will look to make their road to the semifinals easier when they face a beleaguered England in a crucial match of the Women's ODI World Cup at Mount Maunganui. Get live cricket score updates of womens world cup 2022 match between India vs England. Check live scorecard, ball by ball commentary, cricket score online on Times of India from Times of India https://ift.tt/8L0xTw2 via IFTTT

3 EU prime ministers visit Kyiv as Russian attacks intensify

The prime ministers of Poland, the Czech Republic and Slovenia traveled to the embattled Ukrainian capital of Kyiv and met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday in a show of support for Ukraine even as bombardment by the Russian military edged closer to the center of the city. The three leaders went ahead with the hours-long train trip despite worries within the European Union about the security risks of traveling within a war zone. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bsfhPET via IFTTT

Team India reignites World Test Championship dreams

India can ill afford to slip up in the remaining seven Tests in the WTC cycle. Post Indian Premier League, India have a packed schedule beginning with a one-off Test against England at Edgbaston from July 1-5. They then travel to Bangladesh, where they play two Tests in November and also host Australia in a 4-match Test series. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oJs8ny4 via IFTTT

Companies fined for marketing calls targeting elderly

Unwanted calls were made to thousands of older people including some with dementia, a watchdog says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ABId1tJ via IFTTT

Hijab row: Focus back on Sabarimala case pending before SC

The SC in 2019, by a 4:1 verdict held that devotees of Lord Ayyappa do not constitute a separate religious denomination and therefore cannot claim the benefit of Article 26 of the Constitution. It also concluded that bar on entry of women in the 10-50 years' age group into the temple is violative of Article 25 of the Constitution. This was challenged by way of review petitions when the court by a 3:2 decision referred the questions of law to a larger bench. from Times of India https://ift.tt/NPCgBQD via IFTTT

Times Top10: The politics over J&K’s political and economic map

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India crush Sri Lanka to win 15th consecutive home Test series

For the second consecutive time, the Indian men's cricket team wrapped up a Test match against Sri Lanka within three days, beating the Lankans by 238 runs and winning the two Test series 2-0 in Bengaluru. India had won the first Test at Mohali by an innings and 222 runs in three days. This was the Indian men's 15th consecutive Test series victory at home. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8DvAtVI via IFTTT

Old planes, poor upkeep causing high defence toll

Obsolete flying machines, shoddy maintenance and inadequate training to aircrew and ground-crew continue to exact a heavy toll in the armed forces. At least 42 military personnel have lost their lives in 45 aircraft and helicopter accidents in just the last five years, as per the latest figures tabled by the defence ministry in Rajya Sabha on Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2bq1iAm via IFTTT

Clash between Bihar CM, speaker spurs buzz of rift in alliance

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The popular apps aiming to tame the chaos of family life

How tech is helping young families and couples regain their busy social lives after Covid. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/5umo3r1 via IFTTT

Apple iPhone 14 series may get different processors

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Five Indian students killed in road mishap in Canada

Five Indian students were killed in a road accident in Canada, said India's High Commissioner Ajay Bisaria on Monday, adding that two others were injured and were hospitalized. The accident occurred on Saturday on the Ontario highway and two injured students were rushed to the hospital. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ldYocaC via IFTTT

AAP to take fight to Didi with rural polls

AAP has reactivated its national ambitions after its sweeping victory in the Punjab assembly elections, planning now to foray into states where the party has not been on a steady footing or yet to find a toehold. For a start, AAP will contest the panchayat polls in Bengal scheduled next year, a move that will put Arvind Keriwal's party directly in the path of Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress. from Times of India https://ift.tt/M43hI5z via IFTTT

2nd Test: India set to go for the kill against Sri Lanka

On Sunday, Day 2 of the second and final Test of the series, the hosts began their victory march as Sri Lanka were 28/1 in at stumps in their second innings. They were left with a mountain to climb over the next three days, needing another mammoth 419 runs for victory. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Y3U7pnM via IFTTT

Parl live: Second part of Budget session to resume today

The second part of the Budget session of the Parliament will resume on Monday. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the Jammu and Kashmir budget for the financial year 2022-23 in Parliament on Monday. stay with TOI for all updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/DMAEuBZ via IFTTT

LIC IPO: Govt wants markets to stabilise before final call

The Centre is waiting for the stock market, which has become volatile in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, to stabilise before going ahead with the mega IPO of insurance behemoth LIC, official sources have said. This has triggered prospects of the issue being deferred for now. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tz2qgoH via IFTTT

The innovative surfing tech making waves

The sport of surfing is modernising, using technology to offer bigger, better and safer thrills. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/FCH2BlJ via IFTTT

Russia strikes base near Polish border, kills 35

Russia took direct aim on Sunday at a hub for Western arms shipments and fighters in Ukraine, launching a barrage of airstrikes at a military base near the Polish border that killed at least 35 people and brought the war perilously closer to Nato’s doorstep. Ukrainian officials said that Russian warplanes launched from western Russia and the Black Sea fired about 30 missiles. from Times of India https://ift.tt/BlfLFSH via IFTTT

Hrithik to begin work on Krrish 4 in June

Hrithik Roshan is currently busy shooting for Vikram Vedha with Saif Ali Khan, but his father Rakesh Roshan has already begun planning for the next sequel in the Krrish franchise, which will go on floor next year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RB4IuWf via IFTTT

Anupam Kher’s belated birthday celebration

Anupam Kher celebrated his 67th birthday on March 9 and he was away at Madh Island, shooting for upcoming film ‘Uunchai’ with Amitabh Bachchan, Danny Denzongpa and Boman Irani. Once back in Mumbai, the actor made it a point to celebrate his birthday with kids, whom he loving refers to as his street friends. Anupam Kher cut a cake and sang the ‘Happy Birthday’ song with the kids. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tkHgBq5 via IFTTT

India vs Sri Lanka pink-ball Test off to a dramatic start

A dry wicket offering ample turn and the odd ball keeping low ensured truncated stints at the crease for Rohit Sharma & Co. Under lights, there was no relief for the Sri Lankan batters either. As many as 16 wickets tumbled on either side with India holding a 166-run advantage. from Times of India https://ift.tt/mbnqVMo via IFTTT

Live: US rushing $200 m in weapons for Ukraine's defence

The United States on Saturday said it would rush up to $200 million in additional small arms, anti-tank and anti-aircraft weapons to Ukraine, as Ukrainian officials pleaded for more equipment to defend against heavy shelling by Russian forces. Stay with TOI for all updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/RHxkIlU via IFTTT

India, China push for ‘security and stability’ at LAC

There was no concrete breakthrough yet again in resolving the 22-month-long troop confrontation in eastern Ladakh with China in the top-level military talks on Friday, with over 50,000 troops each and heavy weapon systems continuing to be ranged against each other along the frontier in the high-altitude region. from Times of India https://ift.tt/hC7f3ux via IFTTT

2nd Test: India look to wrap up series against Sri Lanka

There is a certain old-school charm about Test cricket which makes it intriguing and alluring. It's a format that tests both character and talent, leading to gritty performances and riveting rivalries. from Times of India https://ift.tt/e2VClwc via IFTTT

Live: After poll results, BJP takes dig at Congress, AAP

The BJP's lotus bloomed again in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand while AAP's broom swept away opponents in Punjab as elections results for five states were declared today. On a day when Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP steamrolled its opponents to score a landslide win in Punjab, smashing the stubborn historical barrier that has hitherto restricted regional parties to their home ground, it was the BJP-led Modi that dwarfed the field elsewhere, its pre-eminence stamped starker than ever before. Stay with Times of India to get all the live updates on Assembly Election results of Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Manipur and Goa. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bMUq071 via IFTTT

'Reselling PlayStations keeps a roof over my head'

How so-called scalpers use online bots to snap up consoles and resell them for profit. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/uKBWY2U via IFTTT

Russia-Ukraine war: A warm hug meant that war had begun

Why so many Ukrainians are determined to keep on working through the conflict. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/xbmMIie via IFTTT

11 Yogi ministers lose, questions over Maurya’s fate

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Intimate image abuse: His confession protected him

Georgie received an anonymous tip-off on Facebook that intimate photos of her were being shared online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/HJXzpZd via IFTTT

Cricket ball manufacturers unfazed by permanent saliva ban

Players have always used the traditional method of shining one side of the ball with saliva and sweat to help generate more movement in the air as it travels towards batsmen. Though the change in laws were received with mixed reactions, cricket ball manufacturers appear to be unfazed with the development. from Times of India https://ift.tt/inM9XSL via IFTTT

Times Top10: And the next President of India is…

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War in Ukraine: Facebook to allow calls for violence against Putin

Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, will "temporarily" make allowances for some violent speech. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/j2LShRp via IFTTT

2nd Test: Bengaluru ready for pink hue

On Thursday night, as India cricketers sent the pink ball soaring high at the floodlit M Chinnaswamy stadium, it was the first time that this variant of SG balls was being used at the venue. from Times of India https://ift.tt/gPV0UKt via IFTTT

Live: Zelensky accuses Moscow of attack on humanitarian corridor in Mariupol

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky Thursday said around 100,000 people had evacuated the country's cities in two days, but accused Russian forces of targeting a humanitarian corridor in the city of Mariupol. Stay with TOI for all updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/OY3jS4p via IFTTT

Live: 'India’s Covid toll 8 times higher than reported'

A new paper in the Lancet indicates that India’s Covid-19 deaths were vastly under-reported and estimates that up to the end of 2021 India had the highest number of cumulative excess deaths in the world at 4.07 million deaths. Stay with TOI for latest updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/C68OPth via IFTTT

Director Siddharth Anand has this to say about SRK

Siddharth Anand’s spy-thriller ‘Pathaan’, starring Shah Rukh Khan is one of the most awaited films in Bollywood. The director recently opened up about the pressure of bringing the superstar back on screen after four years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/nxSpyXD via IFTTT

Hopes the team isn’t new to us anymore: Yami Gautam Dhar

The actress who has been a part of content driven cinema shares her views on the category of films from Times of India https://ift.tt/g31BdY9 via IFTTT

2nd Test: No dew at Chinnaswamy stadium adds to intrigue

There is an air of excitement and expectancy at the M Chinnaswamy stadium. The venue is being decked up to host its maiden day-night Test match, starting this weekend. The second Test between India and Sri Lanka will be the third D/N Test in India since Kolkata hosted the maiden contest in November 2019. from Times of India https://ift.tt/YBPN8as via IFTTT

Goa elections live: Counting to begin at 8am

With no clear-cut indications if any party will touch the magic 21-mark, Congress and BJP intensified their backroom parleys on Wednesday in a bid to get partners to form the government. Central leaders of both the parties have landed in Goa on the eve of the results day to fine tune their strategies as the 2022 elections seem very crucial to both BJP and Congress. Stay updated with Times of India to get all the live updates on Goa Election Results and Constituency wise results from Times of India https://ift.tt/HCs4U76 via IFTTT

Live: Countdown to begin for results of UP's 'Mahasangram'

Polling in Uttar Pradesh happened in seven phases. Over 54 per cent voter turnout was recorded in the last phase. The state has seen a decrease in voter turnout in the last three phases. Several exit polls have forecasted a clear majority in Uttar Pradesh. Stay updated with Times of India to get all the live updates on Uttar Pradesh Election Results and Constituency wise results. from Times of India https://ift.tt/K4IftRr via IFTTT

Live: Punjab gears up for counting of votes

Counting of votes for 117 assembly constituencies of Punjab will take place today. A total of 1,304 candidates, including 93 women and two transgenders, are in the fray. Stay updated with Times of India to get all the live updates on Punjab Election Results and Constituency wise results. from Times of India https://ift.tt/4eYOnCm via IFTTT

Explained: What is 123PAY & how to use it

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Top10: India, China get ready to talk border standoff again

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No surgery for now, Chahar may play IPL from mid-April

It's understood that CSK pacer Deepak Chahar is likely to be fit to play by the middle of April. He is currently undergoing an eight-week rehabilitation programme at the NCA in Bangalore. But the franchise, which has already started its preparations for the IPL later this month, wants the pacer to join their camp in Surat sometime in the next couple of weeks. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KxZvHhc via IFTTT

US rejects Poland's fighter jets offer for Ukraine: Key points

The United States on Tuesday rejected a Polish offer to send MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine via a US air base, saying the proposal raised "serious concerns" for the entire NATO alliance. from Times of India https://ift.tt/XDcg6Yz via IFTTT

Next-Gen bowlers can forget about taking 1000 wickets: Ashwin

Ravichandran Ashwin has claimed that the next generation of bowlers will find it hard to take 1000 international wickets like Shane Warne did. "Shane Warne was a colourful character and he redefined the term bowling. He has taken more than 1000 international wickets. Not many can achieve this rare feat", Ashwin said from Times of India https://ift.tt/GZ8pMuI via IFTTT

Russia-Ukraine: Is internet on verge of break-up?

The global internet is under threat as the conflict in Ukraine continues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/G2d0cun via IFTTT

Akhilesh accuses BJP of stealing people's mandate

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Online Safety Bill tweaked to target scam ads

Social media sites may soon be legally required to stop scam adverts under new online safety laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/etB9rdX via IFTTT

We will save AIADMK together: Sasikala to her supporters

After her two-day visit to the southern districts and enthusiastic reception by supporters, former AIADMK leader V K Sasikala on Monday said she understood the “expectations and longings” of cadres. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QjnWrZP via IFTTT

‘Made in Heaven Season 2 is better in terms of plot, cast'

Love sagas, relationship secrets, mushy moments and political drama were all very well woven into the narrative of polished fancy weddings in ‘Made in Heaven’. Sobhila Dhulipala’s portrayal of an ambitious wedding planner Tara Khanna won a well deserved applause and today marks three years of this delicious drama. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MFrUtuE via IFTTT

Apple may give iPhone 13 buyers a new colour option

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Happy Women's Day 2022: Images, quotes, wishes and more

International Women's Day is celebrated on 8th March, every year. This year too, the day will be celebrated for all the women who have surpassed people's expectations, believed in something they were suppressed to think about and made a mark in the history of humankind. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SjWmtnV via IFTTT

Rejected by Indian Army, TN youth takes up arms for Ukraine

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Can tech help revive India's 'crumbling' health system?

Indian doctors hope big investment and smart tech will improve a fragmented healthcare sector. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/SzXa2Aq via IFTTT

Will Indian payment systems be able to deal with Russia-like sanctions?

The decision of Visa, Mastercard and PayPal to suspend their services in Russia as part of sanctions has drawn attention to the preparedness of the Indian financial system to deal with such denial of service. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xJAz0fd via IFTTT

Govt banks on two flagship programmes for connectivity

The government will roll out two flagship connectivity programmes — construction of 8,000-km greenfield or new alignment national highways under Bharatmala-II with nearly Rs 3 lakh crore investment and development of at least 50 ropeway projects under Parvatmala for hill states entailing over Rs 20,000 crore — in the next financial year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oJSfdsQ via IFTTT

Grenade blast at Srinagar market kills 1, injures 34

A 70-year-old man was killed and 34 people were wounded when terrorists set off a hand grenade at Srinagar’s Amira Kadal-Hari Singh High Street market that was bustling with Sunday afternoon shoppers and roadside vendors. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HdUMEGR via IFTTT

The sophisticated tech predicting if an advert will work

Ad-testing firms are using real-time software, webcams to find out if ads resonate with customers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/axzu5Vo via IFTTT

In hybrid security model, CISF has to train pvt agencies: Amit Shah

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Pawar draws PM’s attention to Maha guv’s Shivaji remarks

Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, without naming any person, said in the presence of PM Narendra Modi and governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari that “needless comments made of late by people holding important public office were not acceptable”. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MLUh4mj via IFTTT

Curtains come down on campaign for UP

The curtains came down on BJP’s election campaign on Saturday for the last phase of the UP assembly polls with PM Narendra Modi addressing a rally in Khajuri area, in Varanasi’s Sevapuri assembly constituency, where he lashed out at “pariwarwadis (dynasts)” for criticising projects undertaken in “national interest”. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ZDy41FT via IFTTT

First dip in global flight accident rate in 15 years

The global commercial flight industry fared better on safety parameters last year as the accident rate fell for the first time in at least 15 years. There was no runway or taxiway excursion accidents, said airlines trade body, IATA, in its 2021 data. from Times of India https://ift.tt/TEnW43y via IFTTT

Ukraine minister Mykhailo Fedorov: "Tech is the best solution against tanks"

Ukraine's youngest cabinet minister, 31-year-old Mykhailo Fedorov, is leading a cyber-battle against Russia. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ZbkSczN via IFTTT

Live Women's World Cup: Mithali Raj opts to bat against Pakistan

India captain Mithali Raj wins toss, opts to bat against Pakistan at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. In each of their seven league matches, India will have to bring their 'A' game. For that to happen, they will have to fire as a cohesive unit, which is something they have failed to do in recent times. Get live cricket score updates of women's World Cup 2022 match between India vs Pakistan. Check live scorecard, ball by ball commentary, cricket score online on Times of India from Times of India https://ift.tt/HEJxZqf via IFTTT

The young Ukrainians battling pro-Russian trolls

Conspiracy theories and trolls are adding to the chaos of war. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/UjLNdoc via IFTTT

First-year med students made to parade with tonsured heads

Several first-year MBBS students, all tonsured, were made to walk in circles around the Haldwani Medical College campus with bags on their backs allegedly by their seniors. Videos of the ragging went viral on social media, triggering shock and anger. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Iicm2op via IFTTT

Int’l airfares up as Ukraine crisis sees oil prices spike

Airfares to international destinations have soared along with the rise in oil prices following the Russia-Ukraine crisis, but on the domestic routes, the recent hike in airfares can be attributed to an increase in bookings, said travel industry officials on Friday. In January, during the third Covid wave, domestic airfares crashed with a drop in demand. from Times of India https://ift.tt/13oBKIu via IFTTT

Shuddering in WWII bunkers, Indian students in Sumy wait to be rescued

Some are hiding in dark and damp World War II bunkers, shuddering every time shells and missiles flew overhead and exploded in Sumy, the northeastern Ukrainian city just 60km from Russia. Some are collecting and melting snow after Russian bombing smashed power and water lines to their hostels. Some are passing out in fear, hunger and mental exhaustion. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Hi9RAeF via IFTTT

Is refusal of mental illness therapy ground for divorce?

Can wife’s non-acknowledgement of her schizophrenia and alleged refusal to get psychiatric treatment be termed cruelty and entitle husband to get divorce under an over 150-year-old law governing dissolution of Christian marriages? from Times of India https://ift.tt/bIja2Wi via IFTTT

Ukraine war: The TikToker spreading viral videos

A Ukrainian 20-year-old has had tens of millions of views on videos she's shared of fighting there. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/u9yjwRs via IFTTT

Evacuated 17K, will swiftly bring back 7K more: Centre to SC

The Centre on Friday said 17,000-odd Indians from Ukraine have been evacuated and remaining 7,000-odd would be brought back swiftly and informed the Supreme Court that some medical students, earlier stuck at the Ukraine border, would be brought to India on Friday night through a special flight from Romania. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GZ1Fv3i via IFTTT

Evacuation has Ma Ganga’s blessings, will succeed: PM

PM Modi invoked on Friday the religious sanctity of the Ganga as an assurance of the success of the mission to evacuate stranded Indians from war-torn Ukraine. from Times of India https://ift.tt/cBAEJoY via IFTTT

Hrithik Roshan’s rumoured ladylove Saba Azad falls sick

Hrithik Roshan is rumoured to be dating singer Saba Azad and they are closer than you think! While the two were previously spotted that the actor’s family lunch, now Saba who is currently sick, gave a shoutout to her rumoured beau’s family for pampering her. from Times of India https://ift.tt/n8XvYUj via IFTTT

100th Test: A different kind of century for Virat Kohli

As Virat Kohli becomes only the 71st cricketer to get to a 100 Tests, he can be forgiven for having mixed feelings about the occasion. Like those 'Greatest Hits' albums which can simultaneously celebrate and complete a musical career, big individual landmarks in sport can both cement legacy and uproot relevance. from Times of India https://ift.tt/meUrC0L via IFTTT

Australian cricket great Rod Marsh dies at 74

The 74-year-old Marsh, who played 96 Tests and was later a long-time national selector, had been in an induced coma and passed away peacefully in an Adelaide hospital on Friday morning, his family confirmed. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QnWueFs via IFTTT

1st Test Live: Rohit Sharma set to take Virat Kohli's legacy forward

As the crowd assembles at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) stadium in Mohali to celebrate Virat Kohli on Friday morning, Rohit Sharma will walk out for toss in Test whites and navy blue blazer knowing he has a reputation to protect and a legacy to take forward. Get live cricket score updates of 1st Test match between India vs Sri Lanka. Check live scorecard, ball by ball commentary, cricket score online on Times of India from Times of India https://ift.tt/76R2Vz9 via IFTTT

The shipping giant banking on a greener fuel

Maersk has ordered 12 huge ships that run on methanol rather than marine oil fuel. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/FBCOuz4 via IFTTT

Quick Edit: India must not be odd one out in grouping

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ICC prosecutor to investigate potential war crimes

The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Thursday confirmed he would immediately open an investigation into possible war crimes committed in Ukraine, following a request to do so by 39 of the court's member states. from Times of India https://ift.tt/UOCGRt3 via IFTTT

US curbs on Russia won’t hit IAF significantly: Vice-chief

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Sadhguru to go on solo bike ride from London to India to save soil

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Azerbaijan to Zagreb: More options for medical studies now

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UP polls live: Fate of CM Yogi, others to be sealed today

CM Yogi Adityanath will face his maiden assembly election as a contestant from Gorakhpur, known for its Gorakhnath Math that he heads as the chief priest, when 57 constituencies of Uttar Pradesh vote in the sixth and penultimate phase on Thursday. Stay updated with Times of India to get all the live updates on the sixth phase of Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Constituency wise poll percentage and more. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Jkhlvq7 via IFTTT

Hollywood star Sean Penn joins Ukraine refugees fleeing to Poland

Days after visiting the Ukrainian capital Kyiv to film scenes for his documentary on Russia's invasion, Hollywood actor-director Sean Penn found himself among thousands of refugees fleeing to Poland, joining the exodus on foot. from Times of India https://ift.tt/y5a1gju via IFTTT

Jasprit Bumrah, Team India's Test vice-captain

Set to feature in his first Test as vice-captain, a role that has predominantly been assigned to prominent batters in the team over the past decade or so, premier pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah said on Tuesday his role as a senior member of the side was well-defined irrespective of the vice-captaincy. from Times of India https://ift.tt/d56AfKY via IFTTT

Foreign students stuck at Ukraine border complain of racism

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Ukraine's tech community rises to challenges of war

From an app to alert people to sirens, to organising supplies, tech firms are helping the war effort. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Y7Efsob via IFTTT

Ukraine: Returnees recount the horror

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How stringent sanctions will isolate Russia, cripple its economy

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