The Times of India Swine flu toll 150 till June, up from 2023 tally of 129

As of June 30, nearly 150 deaths due to seasonal influenza A (H1N1), also known as swine flu, were reported across India. Punjab, Gujarat, Haryana, and Maharashtra had the highest fatalities. Delhi reported 1,563 cases but no deaths this year. Surveillance continues to monitor potential virus mutations, according to Dr Neeraj Nischal of AIIMS Delhi.

The Times of India Jagdeep Dhankhar defends RSS in Rajya Sabha, opposition protests

Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar defended the RSS as having 'unimpeachable credentials' and criticized attempts to single out the organization during a session. Dhankhar interjected when SP member Ramji Lal Suman suggested that BJP evaluates individuals based on RSS affiliation. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge protested, but Dhankhar insisted his intervention was constitutional.

The Times of India Budget finely balances growth & fiscal consolidation: FM Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told Rajya Sabha that the Budget balanced growth, employment, capital investment, and fiscal consolidation while supporting cooperative federalism. She defended the Agnipath scheme, noted improved financial conditions in J&K, and addressed criticisms on NEET exams. Sitharaman highlighted the Budget's role in making India attractive for manufacturing and boosting growth and employment.

The Times of India Insurance premium GST is like tax on life's uncertainties: Nitin Gadkari

Union minister Nitin Gadkari urged finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman to consider removing GST on life and health insurance premiums, citing their deterrent effect on growth. Gadkari forwarded a request from the Nagpur Divisional Life Insurance Corporation Employees Union. The removal may not happen, but discussions will continue in August by the GST Council.

The Times of India Infosys terms Rs 32,000 GST refund notice 'pre-show cause': Read company's letter to BSE

GST authorities issued a Rs 32,403 crore notice to Infosys for allegedly not paying IGST on services received from overseas branches between 2017 and 2022. Infosys, however, contended that GST is not applicable on these expenses, citing a recent circular. The company has responded to the pre-show cause notice and remains compliant with regulations.

The Times of India ED raids Maharashtra locations in loan fraud case

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches in Mumbai and other locations concerning a bank loan fraud case involving Shree Shiv Parvati Sakhar Karkhana Ltd, seizing Rs 19.5 lakh. The raid targeted the company, Hitech Engineering Corporation India Pvt Ltd, and directors Nandkumar Tasgaonkar, Sanjay Awate, and Rajendra Ingawale.

The Times of India ED raids Maharashtra locations in loan fraud case

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches in Mumbai and other locations concerning a bank loan fraud case involving Shree Shiv Parvati Sakhar Karkhana Ltd, seizing Rs 19.5 lakh. The raid targeted the company, Hitech Engineering Corporation India Pvt Ltd, and directors Nandkumar Tasgaonkar, Sanjay Awate, and Rajendra Ingawale.

The Times of India No prima facie case against P Chidambaram's wife: Court

A special PMLA court dismissed the case against Nalini Chidambaram, stating that no prima facie evidence of money laundering was found. The Enforcement Directorate had accused her of receiving Rs 1.3 crore from Saradha group companies without invoicing. Nalini's lawyer argued that no agreement existed between her and the company's boss, Sudipta Sen.

The Times of India Scientists, Gaganyaan astronaut bat for Ladakh as Moon & Mars analogue research site

Scientists from IISc and BSIP identified Ladakh as the ideal location for India’s first Mars and Moon analogue research station. They highlighted the region’s cold, arid terrain and similarities to extra-terrestrial conditions, emphasizing its suitability for testing space technologies and training astronauts, advancing India's ambitious space programs, including human spaceflight missions and future Mars exploration.

The Times of India Thirsty 3-yr-old mistakes liquor for water, dies in Chhattisgarh

The Times of India Thirsty 3-yr-old mistakes liquor for water, dies in Chhattisgarh

The Times of India 705/720 NEET girl who flunked Std XII chemistry now fails in supplementary too

A Gujarat girl who achieved a stellar NEET-UG score of 705 out of 720 but failed her Class XII science board exam has now failed the supplementary exams. This discrepancy has raised doubts about the validity of her NEET score. Her remarkable NEET performance contrasts starkly with her board exam performance, prompting calls for further investigation.

The Times of India 705/720 NEET girl who flunked Std XII chemistry now fails in supplementary too

A Gujarat girl who achieved a stellar NEET-UG score of 705 out of 720 but failed her Class XII science board exam has now failed the supplementary exams. This discrepancy has raised doubts about the validity of her NEET score. Her remarkable NEET performance contrasts starkly with her board exam performance, prompting calls for further investigation.

The Times of India Boxer Nishant enters quarters at Paris Olympics

Nishant Dev entered the quarterfinals of the 71kg men's boxing competition, defeating Jose Gabriel Rodriguez Tenorio of Ecuador at the Paris Olympics here on Wednesday. Dev won the contest 3-2 via a split decision.

The Times of India 226 dead, 59,000 left homeless by unrest so far: Manipur CM

Manipur CM N Biren Singh reported to the assembly that ongoing violence since last May has resulted in 226 deaths and 39 missing persons. Over 59,000 displaced individuals are in relief camps. Furthermore, 11,133 homes have been burned, 4,569 destroyed, and 11,892 violence cases filed. Assistance and prefabricated housing have been provided for those affected.