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The Times of India In Kolkata classrooms, protesting friends in Bangladesh on mind

Bangladeshi students studying in Kolkata express concern and worry for their family and friends participating in violent protests over quotas in Bangladesh. They share their support and solidarity while monitoring the situation closely. The students feel distressed by the reports of escalating violence and criticize the government's response to the protests. Despite being safe in Kolkata, they express a desire to join the demonstrations if they were in Bangladesh. The community of Bangladeshi students in India remains on edge amidst the ongoing turmoil.

The Times of India Mock suicide attempt turns tragic for loco pilot in Andhra Pradesh

A 33-year-old loco pilot from Bihar, Chandan Kumar, lost his life in Visakhapatnam while trying to calm down his noisy children during an argument with his wife. The tragic incident occurred in Ganesh Nagar, leaving behind his wife Lal Munni Kumari and two young children.

The Times of India Cops thrash parents of boy killed in VIP Road accident in Kolkata

A tragic incident unfolded at Barasat Medical College and Hospital as parents of a deceased accident victim faced alleged assault while trying to see their son's body. The 17-year-old boy's fatal accident sparked a series of distressing events, with conflicting reports between the family and hospital authorities. Police and hospital officials deny allegations of mistreatment, while the grieving parents recount a distressing ordeal seeking closure. Investigations continue as the family seeks answers and justice amidst a backdrop of sorrow and confusion.

The Times of India Pants go missing, two attack laundryman in Gujarat's Anandnagar

On July 15 in Anandnagar, laundryman Kaluram Dhobi was attacked by Rahul and Dinesh Rana over misplaced pants worth Rs 1,700 among eight articles of clothing. The duo assaulted Dhobi with a metal rod and threatened shopkeeper Mahesh Prajapati. Anandnagar police registered an FIR for grievous hurt and criminal intimidation and initiated an investigation.

The Times of India JCBs flatten 2,000-year-old site, ancient water channel in Gujarat

Flattening a Vadnagar mound near Sharmishtha Lake for a mall destroyed 2,000-year-old remains and Solanki pottery, including Kshatrapa King coins. ASI warned Mehsana district on July 15. The mall construction and Vadnagar-Badarpur road widening endangers ancient channels between Madh Talao and Sita Khado, affecting interconnected water bodies.

The Times of India Helmet in hand, not on head: Man dies as car crashes into bike

A 24-year-old man lost his life in a road accident on the Taj Highway near Tigri roundabout. The victim, identified as Akash Kumar, was hit by a speeding car while riding his bike.

The Times of India Fear on UP's kanwar routes: 'Just our names will turn away customers'

The UP Kanwar Yatra policy mandates name displays on businesses like Kashif Confectionery in Muzaffarnagar. Muslim shopkeepers Furkan, Rizwan face economic fallout and safety issues. Supported by IG Sahani and Kapil Dev Agarwal, professor Kumar warns of broader economic impacts and religious tensions. Police actions impact non-vegetarian sales, Ramzan, and Eid.