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The Times of India PM Modi defends Agnipath: Will keep forces combat-ready

Defending the Agnipath scheme amid widespread criticism, PM Narendra Modi asserted on Friday that short-term recruitment of soldiers is essential to keep the armed forces young and combat-ready. He accused the opposition of misleading the youth and playing politics with national security issues. It is “necessary reform” undertaken by the military, PM Modi stressed.

The Times of India India, US ink pact to prevent illegal trafficking of 'cultural property', aid

India and the United States signed their first bilateral 'Cultural Property Agreement' (CPA) on Friday. This agreement aims to prevent the illegal trafficking of cultural property and ensure the retrieval of antiquities to their place of origin. It will facilitate the quick seizure of Indian antiquities at US Customs and ensure their smooth repatriation to India.

The Times of India Moidams, Ahom dynasty’s mound-burial system, included in Unesco World Heritage List

Assam's Moidams, the mound-burial system of the Ahom dynasty, were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday. This brings the number of World Heritage sites in India to 43, placing India sixth globally for the most world heritage properties. This is the third world heritage property from Assam on the list, following Kaziranga National Park and Manas Wildlife Sanctuary.

The Times of India Move to introduce private member’s bill on binding governors creates ruckus

Rajya Sabha erupted in uproar on Friday afternoon when Kerala MP John Brittas attempted to introduce a private member's bill. The bill aimed to make governors constitutionally bound by the advice of the state council of ministers. In a rare occurrence, the introduction of the bill was defeated as treasury benches voted against it.

The Times of India SmackDown July 26 Preview: Matches, Segments and more

The latest SmackDown, ahead of SummerSlam 2024, features key matches and significant segments taped in Omaha, Nebraska. Find out how the wrestlers fared as they set their sights on the road to the hottest event of this summer, in an attempt to lay waste to the their competitors in the squared circle.

The Times of India On PM Modi's fresh warning, Pakistan as usual cites Kashmir

Pakistan denied responsibility for terrorism and rejected PM Modi's warnings on Kargil Vijay Diwas. They claimed India was suppressing the fundamental rights of Kashmiris. PM Modi warned Pakistan against terrorist activities, citing India’s victory in Kargil. He emphasized India's resolve to combat terrorism. Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorates India's victory in the 1999 conflict and honors the soldiers' sacrifices.

The Times of India B'luru murder: Chilling CCTV footage shows killer stabbing woman as she screams

A 24-year-old woman from Bihar, Kriti Kumari, was brutally murdered inside her PG in Bengaluru. New CCTV footage reveals the harrowing incident where the attacker swiftly rushes towards Kriti, drags her, and stabs her multiple times.

The Times of India Guvs holding up bills: SC takes note of West Bengal, Kerala pleas

West Bengal, led by the Trinamool Congress, and Kerala, governed by the CPM's LDF, have faced prolonged disputes with their respective governors over the delay in assent to bills passed by their legislative assemblies. The Supreme Court has now taken note of their pleas, providing hope for resolution. In earlier cases, the top court has been stringent regarding governors sitting over bills, offering a beacon of hope for these states. The Trinamool Congress-ruled West Bengal and the CPM-led LDF government in Kerala have faced prolonged stand-offs with their governors.