The Times of India UP cadre IPS Vitul Kumar appointed as DG of CRPF

Centre has assigned senior IPS officer Vitul Kumar to officiate as Director General of CRPF following the retirement of Anish Dayal Singh on Dec 31. Kumar, currently Special DG of CRPF, will serve until a regular appointment is made. Kumar's career highlights include multiple promotions, accolades, and leadership roles within the police force.

The Times of India June deadline for Ram temple complex: Panel

Construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya is progressing rapidly and is expected to be completed by June 2025. Important features include 85 murals, titanium lattices, and marble idols. Additional structures like ramparts and shoe racks are set to be finished by September 2025.

The Times of India Mastering frontier techs need of hour, Defence minister Rajnath tells forces

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the Army War College's quantum technology and AI labs, citing their role in adaptive warfare. He highlighted India's significant growth in defence exports and articulated the nation's goal to be an economic and military powerhouse by 2047 through strong security and economic integration.

The Times of India No trust, land grant for Manmohan Singh's memorial some days away

The government requires additional time to allocate land for former PM Manmohan Singh’s memorial as a trust needs to be formed first. Preliminary assessments are being conducted for available land near Rajghat, and a trust application is necessary for the process to proceed. The memorial will follow procedures similar to those for Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s memorial.

The Times of India Karnataka high court stays 'bias' probe against IIM-B faculty

Karnataka high court has stayed proceedings against IIM Bangalore officials in a caste-discrimination case, citing that the Directorate of Civil Rights Enforcement lacked authority to investigate harassment claims. The case involves allegations by Dalit associate professor Gopal Das against IIM-B faculty. A separate FIR filed by Mico Layout police against the faculty members is also being challenged.

The Times of India Allu Arjun's uncle Pawan Kalyan blames Team Pushpa for stampede

Andhra Pradesh deputy CM Pawan Kalyan praised Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and criticized Allu Arjun's team for their handling of the 'Pushpa 2' stampede. A 35-year-old woman died, and her son was injured. Pawan Kalyan emphasized the film industry should have supported the victim's family and not blamed Arjun solely.

The Times of India J&K drops Sheikh Abdullah anniv from holiday list

The Times of India Bihar exam stir intensifies as protesters block trains, roads

Protests intensify across Bihar demanding cancellation of BPSC prelims, alleging corruption. Demonstrators halt trains and block roads, with political parties and student groups joining in. Chief secretary meets aspirants, but no official statement yet from CM. Police action criticized by political leaders; support offered by various political figures. Protests continue with threats of indefinite hunger strike.

The Times of India Secunderabad-Pune train's pilot spots LPG cylinder on tracks, stops train

The loco pilot of the Secunderabad-Pune Express train narrowly avoided a disaster by spotting and stopping before hitting a 4kg LPG cylinder placed on the tracks at Uruli Kanchan. Authorities suspect the cylinder was intended to cause harm to the train and its passengers. Police and railway protection units are investigating the incident to find the responsible individuals.

The Times of India Ind vs Aus: Sabse pehle to Bumrah ko drop karo... and 15 other viral memes

Australia secured a dramatic 184-run win over India in the fourth Test in Melbourne, taking a 2-1 series lead. Needing 340 to win, India collapsed to 155 all out. Controversy erupted over Jaiswal's dismissal, and Bumrah's 5-57 was a highlight. A record 373,591 spectators attended.

The Times of India Dispute over funeral rites triggers clash in Bastar; 8 injured, 5 held

The Times of India Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas: Indians are also being laid off in US & honestly…

A debate about H-1B visas involving Indian immigrants divides Trump's supporters. While tech figures like Elon Musk support these visas, critics argue against them. Aravind Srinivas emphasizes that illegal immigration is the real concern and that H-1B visa holders aren't the ones causing job losses.

The Times of India Stock rally derailed this year... but stay invested through highs & lows

Despite reaching record highs in 2024, Sensex and Nifty are now about 10% off peak levels due to global and domestic factors. Advisers recommend a focus on large-cap, flexi-cap, and debt-oriented balanced advantage funds, while continuing SIPs to benefit from possible future rallies amid market volatility.

The Times of India Adani to exit Wilmar Joint Venture, to sell 44% for $2 billion

The Adani Group is selling its 44% stake in Adani Wilmar to Wilmar International for $2 billion, shifting focus to its core infrastructure business. This deal marks the end of Adani's 25-year foray into staples, following US accusations of securities fraud against Gautam Adani.

The Times of India When Jimmy Carter wore a pagdi and Rosalynn a chunri at this Gurgaon village

Former US President Jimmy Carter's visit to Daulatpur Nasirabad in 1978 connected the village's identity with him, leading to it being renamed Carterpuri. His visit brought temporary fame and nostalgia among the villagers but did not result in long-term development or significant changes in the village's fortunes.