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The Times of India Maharashtra woman held for hoax death threat to UP CM, let off
Mumbai police detained a woman for allegedly sending a threatening message to Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath via the city’s traffic police WhatsApp helpline. The suspect, Fatima Khan, was released after her family cited mental health issues and was asked to provide medical records. Police believe the threat may be a hoax.
The Times of India Pakistan blames winds from Amritsar, Chandigarh for poor AQI in Lahore
A minister in Pakistan’s Punjab government, Marriyum Aurangzeb, attributes Lahore's worsening AQI to polluted winds from Indian cities like Amritsar and Chandigarh and proposes dialogue with India to address this issue. She suggests that cooperation between both nations is essential to improve air quality.
The Times of India WhatsApp group for 'Mallu Hindu' IAS officers stirs row, deleted later
Several Kerala cadre IAS officers were added to a WhatsApp group named 'Mallu Hindu Officers,' reportedly created from the number of IAS officer K Gopalakrishnan, who claimed his phone was hacked. The group, seen as contrary to secular principles, prompted a police complaint and investigations by intelligence agencies.
The Times of India After a year's hiatus, festival brings cheer in strife-torn Manipur
Manipur celebrated its traditional Ningol Chakouba festival, inviting married sisters for a family feast. Displaced women, including those in relief camps, participated with hopes of future celebrations at home. Organizations facilitated gatherings, fostering communal harmony and peace, especially for those affected by last year's unrest.
The Times of India Canadian MP Chandra Arya condemns Khalistanis attack on Hindu temple in Brampton; investigation underway
Canadian MP Chandra Arya condemned the attack by pro-Khalistani extremists on Hindu-Canadian devotees at the Brampton Hindu Sabha temple, highlighting extremists exploiting freedom of expression. Peel Regional Police and Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown assure maintaining public order and safety amid increased tensions between Canadian and Indian governments.
The Times of India BJP to send waqf 'ground report' to joint parliamentary committee
Karnataka BJP plans to submit a ground report about waqf notices and property record mutations in Vijayapura to a joint parliamentary committee. Despite Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's directive to cancel waqf entries in farmers' land records, BJP aims to emphasize this issue. The committee is led by BJP's Jagadambika Pal.
The Times of India No forward movement on 4 names reiterated by collegium headed by CJI Chandrachud
The appointments of advocates Saurabh Kirpal, R John Satyan, Amitesh Banerjee, and Sakya Sen as HC judges remain pending with the government, despite reiterated recommendations by the Supreme Court collegium. Justice Sanjiv Khanna will succeed as the next Chief Justice of India on November 11, 2023.
The Times of India 1934 report on deaths of 14 elephants in Tamil Nadu in 1933 puts focus on possible antidotes
A 90-year-old report by RC Morris on elephant deaths due to Kodo millet poisoning in Tamil Nadu, detailing antidotes like tamarind water and buttermilk, is being reconsidered as 10 elephants recently died under similar circumstances in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.
The Times of India A day after it mauled man, tiger killed by Rajasthan villagers
A 10-year-old tiger identified as T-86 was killed by villagers in retaliation after it attacked and killed a 45-year-old man near Ranthambore National Park. The incident sparked protests, leading to mediation by the Rajasthan agriculture minister. Local forest monitoring gaps have been highlighted.
The Times of India Two Bandhavgarh officials suspended over jumbo deaths
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav suspended officials for negligence over the deaths of 10 elephants in Umaria district and announced an Elephant Task Force to promote coexistence. Compensation for loss of life was increased from Rs 8 lakh to Rs 25 lakh per person.
The Times of India Maharashtra share in GDP highest, but 2% dip from FY11 to FY24: Study
Maharashtra's share in India's GDP has decreased from 15.2% in 2010-11 to 13.3% in 2023-24, according to an EAC-PM paper. In contrast, Gujarat's share has risen from 7.5% to 8.1% during the same period. Maharashtra still maintains the highest GDP share among states.
The Times of India Recall notices sent to farmers on waqf land, says Karnataka CM Sidda
Facing pressure from farmers and opposition parties over the waqf property controversy, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah orders officials to revoke changes to farmers' land deeds. He asserts that previous administrations, including BJP and JD(S), have issued similar notifications and accuses BJP of hypocrisy and stirring communal sentiments.
The Times of India Donald Trump reacts to shocking Iowa poll, calls Ann Selzer a 'hater'
Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump in conservative Iowa according to a new Selzer poll, putting her at 47% compared to Trump's 44%. Trump criticized the poll and its methodology, calling it biased. However, pollster Ann Selzer defended her historical accuracy. Nate Silver also noted the poll's boldness but expressed skepticism about its accuracy.
The Times of India Microsoft India head: It is job number one ..., above everything else
Microsoft India President Puneet Chandok is optimistic about AI's future in India, highlighting the increasing adoption of tools like Copilot across industries. Emphasizing responsible AI practices, he underscores data privacy, transparency, and security. India is a key growth region, with a vast tech talent pool and robust startup ecosystem poised to make significant global impacts.
The Times of India Reopen case against 8 cops for custodial death of Ziauddin in 2021: UP court
A court in UP's Ambedkar Nagar has ordered the reopening of a murder case against eight policemen for the custodial death of Ziauddin in 2021, rejecting the police's claim of a heart attack. The order is based on injury marks found in the postmortem report.