The Times of India SC to hear plea against step to cut JEE-Advanced attempt limit

The Times of India Isro plan for 1-2 years ready: V Narayanan

V Narayanan is set to become the new chairman of ISRO on January 14, succeeding S Somanath. Narayanan will oversee several significant projects, including the Chandrayaan-4 lunar mission, Gaganyaan human spaceflight, and space station development. His background in cryogenics and leadership experience will aid in advancing ISRO's ambitious space programs.

The Times of India RG Kar verdict on Jan 18, CBI demands death for accused Sanjay Roy

The Times of India Rajasthan HC reaffirms stay on leak-marred SI recruitments

The Rajasthan High Court has upheld its suspension of the 2021 sub-inspector recruitments, affected by leaks, after the state government argued against canceling test results abruptly. The stay was imposed in November 2024, preventing 859 recruits from field postings until further notice. The court will review the matter on February 10.

The Times of India ED busts network of CAs, hawala dealers that sent out Rs 10,000 crore

ED has discovered a network of CAs and hawala operators who laundered over Rs 10,000 crore of black money out of India. The investigation revealed Jitendra Pandey created 98 shell companies and 269 bank accounts to send funds to Singapore, Hong Kong, and Thailand, disguised as freight charges.

The Times of India 20 people watched in silence: Man kills Pune BPO worker after 'mysterious call'

A tragic video surfaced showing a 25-year-old BPO worker, Shubhada Kodare, being attacked with a cleaver by her colleague in a call center parking lot in Pune. Despite numerous bystanders, no one intervened to save her. The incident has sparked discussions on bystander apathy and the need for enhanced security measures in workplaces.

The Times of India Security forces gun down 3 Maoists in Sukma forests

A fierce encounter takes place between security forces and Maoists in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. The operation involves the District Reserve Guard, Special Task Force and CoBRA. Deputy CM Vijay Sharma confirms three Maoists killed, making it nine neutralised this year. The encounter follows an IED blast that killed eight jawans in Bijapur.

The Times of India Gangster's 35-year stint as UP home guard ends

Nakdu Yadav, a former gangster, successfully evaded the law by assuming a new identity and working as a home guard for 35 years in UP. At age 57, his secret was exposed by his nephew, leading to his arrest and subsequent investigation into how he avoided detection for so long.

The Times of India UP government seeks 1978 Sambhal violence files

The Uttar Pradesh government is reviewing the 1978 Sambhal riots cases after a BJP leader requested reopening them. This follows CM Yogi Adityanath's mention of the riots in a legislative session. Authorities are gathering information on the riots, including fatalities, court proceedings, and the status of registered cases. The aim is to address justice for the victims.

The Times of India SC: Parliament, exec to decide on barring creamy layer from SC/ST quota

The Supreme Court has expressed reservations about directing governments to implement its 2024 ruling that bars the creamy layer within SC and ST categories from benefiting from quotas. The court emphasized that it is up to the legislature and executive to decide on the issue.

The Times of India Lone Noida farmer stops Unitech from constructing road for Express City project

A farmer, claiming ownership of a 7,000 sqm plot within Unitech's Express City project in Noida, has halted road construction. Despite being demarcated by the district administration years ago, the farmer demands either an access road or relocation of his plot. Unitech's Supreme Court-appointed board seeks resolution from Noida Authority. The project, delayed by a decade, awaits completion.

The Times of India Supreme Court refuses to review 'no' to same-sex marriage

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed pleas for legalising same-sex marriages for the second time, with a five-judge bench unanimously rejecting review petitions by LGBTQ+ community members. The court upheld its October 2023 judgment, maintaining same-sex marriage will remain illegal without new legislation, and denied adoption rights for queer couples.

The Times of India Indonesia prez invited as R-Day chief guest, but there’s a hitch

India has invited Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to be the chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations. India wishes that Subianto does not visit Pakistan immediately after his India trip, to avoid negative implications for India's relations with Pakistan. No official announcement has been made yet.

The Times of India Tiger walks in on class in progress at Amravati University

Fear spread at Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University after security guards saw a full-grown tiger near the English department building. The university turned back morning walkers and local residents were alerted. The forest department was informed, and stranded students were safely evacuated.

The Times of India Jio, Airtel & Vi want telecom dept to take this 'int'l call' on Amazon, others

Telecom operators lobby India's DoT to adopt Trai's definition of international traffic, potentially increasing their SMS revenues by over ₹400 crore annually. Trai defines international SMS as messages originating or terminating from devices, servers, or applications outside India, clarifying disputes over message classification.