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The Times of India All eyes on today's HC hearing: MP protesters in wait-and-see mode
After three days of protests in Pithampur against the proposed incineration of Union Carbide waste, residents decided to wait for Monday’s hearing at Madhya Pradesh HC. Government officials addressed concerns about safety and misinformation, while protestors demanded the waste be removed from the facility.
The Times of India Manipur tribal bloc ends NH2 blockade, with an 'ultimatum'
The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) has lifted the economic blockade in Manipur, effective from Sunday 2am, which had halted traffic and essential supplies. They issued a 48-hour ultimatum for state government to withdraw CAPF personnel from Saibol, following violent clashes at year-end.
The Times of India Can 'blood money' save Indian nurse from death sentence in Yemen?
Under Sharia law, the only way to stop the execution now is securing a pardon from the victim’s family. Nimisha Priya’s family and supporters have paid ‘diyah’, or blood money, to the victim’s family and negotiations are on.
The Times of India 'No Australia-like plan in India to ban social media for kids': IT secretary S Krishnan
IT ministry has come out with draft rules on Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) law which seek parental consent for children to join social media. IT secretary S Krishnan does not feel the need to follow the Australian model where children should be banned completely. Excerpts from an interview with TOI‘s Pankaj Doval.
The Times of India Year after death, man gets refund for 1982 tree felling
The Karnataka high court ordered the state forest department to refund Rs 4.3 lakh with 6% annual interest to a Kodagu landowner who deposited the money in 1982. This decision, made after the landowner's death in 2023, highlighted a misclassification error in his tree-felling application.
The Times of India Does Pakistan minister's comment on Ghazni signal foreign policy shift?
Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif's remarks about Mahmud of Ghazni being 'merely a plunderer' have sparked controversy. His comments have initiated a domestic debate and strained relations with Afghanistan. This also questions the suitability of naming Pakistani missiles after historical figures who invaded India.
The Times of India Cybercrooks upgrade skills, con man with 'SC' link
A Kandivli man transferred Rs 32 lakh and a private company vice-president lost Rs 1.6 crore in digital detention scams, believing they faced legal trouble based on fake documents from 'Supreme Court' and 'CBI'. The fraudsters convinced them by creating fake arrest warrants and threatening severe consequences, including arrest of family members.
The Times of India 2018 Kasganj violence was 'premeditated' plot: Court
The Lucknow NIA court labeled the 2018 Kasganj violence a premeditated conspiracy, sentencing 28 accused to life imprisonment. The judge raised concerns over NGOs aiding individuals accused of anti-national activities and called for an investigation into their funding and objectives, sending a message against such crimes.
The Times of India Amid Muda row, BJP claims Rs 23 crore Bengaluru civic body plot sold for Rs 2 crore
A controversy has erupted in Karnataka over the sale of an 8,000sq ft site in Jayanagar by the BDA for Rs 2 crore, far below its actual market value. BJP has demanded an investigation, alleging the land was sold to benefit private interests. The plot was controversially sold citing a 2020 order, despite it being occupied since 1973.
The Times of India RJD tie-up was mistake, will stay with NDA now: Nitish on Lalu overture
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar reaffirmed his commitment to the BJP-led NDA, despite recent overtures from RJD and Lalu Prasad. Nitish emphasized his decision to stick with the NDA during his Pragati Yatra, while RJD leaders speculated about possible alliances. Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi supported Nitish’s decision, highlighting his reputation for governance.
The Times of India From Rolls-Royce to Audi Q7: The swanky side of salvation at Maha Kumbh
Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj features swanky cars, opulent chariots, and modern seers flaunting luxury alongside spirituality. Rolls-Royce, Mercedes Benz, and Audi Q7 are part of grand processions. While some seers arrive in gold-silver chariots, others prefer high-end vehicles, showcasing a blend of tradition and luxury to connect with the youth.
The Times of India MP district offers sops for couples with only girls to boost sex ratio
Parents of only daughters in Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, receive various discounts under the 'Revashakti' scheme to address the declining sex ratio. Enrolled parents get 'Keerti' cards for benefits, including discounts at schools, hospitals, and grocery stores, with 638 parents having registered so far.
The Times of India 102 maps forged to legalise Mumbai coast properties: Probe
A Special Investigation Team has uncovered a land scam involving the alteration of property records to convert Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) and No Development Zone (NDZ) lands into developable plots along the Mumbai coastline. Four individuals, including two ex-government employees, were arrested for manipulating 102 property maps, leading to ecological damage and government revenue loss.
The Times of India No welfare scheme will be scrapped, lie spread by AAP: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi assures the continuation of public welfare schemes if BJP is voted to power in Delhi elections. Modi criticizes AAP for alleged corruption in scheme implementation, emphasizes the need for honest administration, and promotes infrastructural developments like highways and metro expansions.
The Times of India Woman gang leader orchestrates robberies to sustain romance with same-sex partner
In Lucknow, a woman named Nilofar, 24, led a gang to commit robberies in order to finance her relationship with her same-sex partner Arshi. Disguised as a rag-picker, she meticulously planned and executed these heists. Nilofar and two accomplices were arrested following a jewellery store robbery on December 31.
