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The Times of India SC denies dad of minor in Pune Porsche crash pre-arrest bail
The Supreme Court of India has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of a father accused of tampering with evidence to protect his minor son. The son was allegedly a passenger in a Porsche involved in a fatal accident that killed two people in Pune. The father is accused of conspiring to swap his son's blood samples to conceal his alleged intoxication during the incident.
The Times of India Google clarifies after Musk accuses it of favouring Harris
"The 'where to vote' panel is triggering for some specific searches [because] Harris is also the name of a county in [Texas]," Google said in a statement. "Fix is coming," the search giant said, adding: "Note very few people actually search for voting places this way." Elon Musk responded to the clarification.
The Times of India Bus driver, conductor & owner booked for Almora accident
Following the tragic bus accident in Almora that claimed 36 lives, police filed an FIR against the driver, conductor, and owner. Charges include rash driving, negligence, and criminal conspiracy. The driver died in the crash, while the conductor remains hospitalized. Authorities are investigating the bus's maintenance and adherence to safety protocols to determine if negligence played a role in the incident.
The Times of India Australian counterpart on dais, EAM S Jaishankar slams Canada
Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar expressed concern over the vandalism of a Hindu temple in Canada, attributing it to extremist forces given political space. This statement comes amidst diplomatic tensions between the two nations, stemming from Canada's allegations of Indian involvement in attacks on Sikhs, which India denies due to lack of evidence.
The Times of India It's raining poll goodies: Shinde promises to loosen purse strings further
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, campaigning for the upcoming assembly elections, pledged to expand welfare programs if re-elected. Key promises included increasing the Ladki Bahin Yojana allowance, waiving farmer loans, and reducing electricity bills. Shinde also criticized the opposition for potentially halting these schemes, assuring voters that the November installment of the Ladki Bahin allowance would be distributed as planned.
The Times of India Left parties drifting apart after joining INDIA: CPM
The CPM draft political resolution suggests that the CPI and CPI(ML)'s involvement in the INDIA bloc has hindered Left unity. The draft criticizes the CPI and CPI(ML) for prioritizing a broader opposition alliance over a joint Left platform, highlighting their lack of joint action and the absence of a Left Front in several states.
The Times of India Have sought Sangh help to fight anarchists, vote jihadis: Fadnavis
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis revealed he sought help from the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to counter what he called 'anarchists and vote jihadists' in the upcoming assembly elections. Fadnavis claimed BJP lost Lok Sabha seats due to 'vote jihad' and criticized Rahul Gandhi for allegedly promoting 'anarchist and urban naxal' ideologies.
The Times of India INDIA bloc vows to match Jharkhand BJP sops, more or less
In a heated electoral battle in Jharkhand, the ruling JMM-Congress-RJD-CPI-ML alliance has launched its manifesto, promising a slew of welfare benefits. These include job creation, enhanced health insurance, increased reservations for SCs, STs, and OBCs, and a higher minimum support price for farmers. This directly counters the BJP's 'Sankalp' pledges, setting the stage for a close contest.
The Times of India UP man tries to rob bank to buy gifts for girlfriend, held
A 20-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh was arrested five days after attempting to rob a bank on Diwali. Shahid Khan confessed to the crime, explaining he needed money to buy lavish gifts for a woman he met on Instagram whom he believed to be his girlfriend. Khan planned to use the stolen funds to purchase gifts through Amazon and then flee to Mumbai.
The Times of India FIR against HDK, his son for threatening Lokayukta officer
Union minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, his son Nikhil, and MLA C.B. Suresh Babu face legal trouble as Bengaluru police filed an FIR against them for allegedly threatening Lokayukta SIT chief M. Chandrasekhar. Chandrasekhar accused the trio of intimidation after seeking permission to prosecute Kumaraswamy in illegal mining cases. Kumaraswamy denies the allegations, calling them ridiculous and vows to fight the case in court.
The Times of India How Lina Khan became a hot topic of the US election
Lina Khan, the youngest-ever chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), is facing criticism from both Democrats and Republicans for her aggressive antitrust efforts against tech giants. Her actions have led to the collapse of major corporate deals and lawsuits against companies like Google, Amazon, and Ticketmaster.
The Times of India Have to stop somewhere: Sharad Pawar hints at retirement
During a rally in his stronghold of Baramati, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar hinted at retiring from active politics. He stated that he would reconsider seeking another term in the Rajya Sabha after his current term ends and ruled out contesting any future elections.
The Times of India Ladki Bahin money in account, women unwilling to toil on farms
Cotton farmers in Vidarbha, India, are facing a labor shortage during the crucial harvest season. The shortage is attributed to government welfare schemes like Ladki Bahin, which provide financial assistance, making farm work less appealing. This has forced farmers to increase wages, further impacting their income already hit by low crop yields and market prices.
The Times of India Harris vs Trump: On whose side are America's biggest tech CEOs & leaders
The 2024 US election sees Silicon Valley divided, with prominent figures backing either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump. Harris enjoys support from figures like Mark Cuban and Sheryl Sandberg, while Elon Musk and Peter Thiel rally behind Trump. Notably, tech giants like Microsoft and Google remain silent on their endorsements.
The Times of India Tata Trusts' head Noel joins Tata Sons board
Noel Tata, chairman of Tata Trusts, has officially joined the board of Tata Sons. This makes him the only member of the Tata family to hold positions on both boards. Although unable to become chairman of Tata Sons, Noel's influence will be significant in selecting the next chairman in 2028.