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The Times of India Winter break for schools in Delhi, UP & other states: Check details
Several states in India have declared winter vacations for schools, providing students a break during the cold season. Delhi schools will observe holidays from January 1-15, 2025, while Uttar Pradesh is expected to close from December 25 to January 5, 2025. Punjab has announced a winter break from December 24-31, 2024, and other states like Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, and Bihar have also set varying vacation schedules. These holidays offer students a welcome respite during winter.
The Times of India 'Even Sehwag was aggressive': Pujara slams Jaiswal
Cheteshwar Pujara advises young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal to temper his aggression and show more patience at the crease. Jaiswal's recent struggles follow a stellar 161-run knock, prompting Pujara to suggest emulating KL Rahul's approach of capitalizing on fuller deliveries. Pujara believes Jaiswal is rushing his shots and should focus on solid defense, especially against Mitchell Starc, to earn scoring opportunities.
The Times of India Ishan Kishan's 64-ball century powers Jharkhand to victory
Ishan Kishan hammered a stunning 78-ball 134, leading Jharkhand to an eight-wicket Vijay Hazare Trophy victory over Manipur. His aggressive innings, featuring 16 fours and six sixes, propelled Jharkhand past the 254-run target in just 28.3 overs. Kishan's century and captaincy reaffirm his claim for an India recall.
The Times of India Indian Railways plans 2 special trains for Kashmir
Indian Railways is set to launch two new train services for enhanced Kashmir connectivity. A centrally heated sleeper train will connect New Delhi and Srinagar, offering a 13-hour premium journey.
The Times of India Meet Zara Dar who gave up academia to become an OnlyFans model
Dar initially gained recognition for her educational YouTube channel, where she simplified complex scientific concepts and shared insights into subjects such as neural networks, gradient descent algorithms, and probability. Her engaging teaching style and ability to make STEM topics accessible to a wider audience garnered her a devoted following among students and science enthusiasts alike.
The Times of India Nasa’s Parker Solar Probe to make history on Christmas eve
NASA's Parker Solar Probe is scheduled for its closest-ever solar flyby on December 24, 2024, passing within 3.8 million miles of the Sun's surface. Traveling at 430,000 mph, the probe will gather data from the corona to understand its extreme heat, aiming to solve the mystery of why it's hotter than the Sun's surface.
The Times of India Watch: Jurel wins cash reward in India's fielding drill
India's wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel won a cash prize of $300 for his exceptional performance in a fielding drill. The drill, designed to sharpen fielding skills and boost team energy in preparation for the Boxing Day Test against Australia, involved players hitting targets for points. With the series tied 1-1, Team India aims to take the lead in Melbourne.
The Times of India Gukesh reveals Hrithik Roshan's film as his favourite
Eighteen-year-old chess prodigy D Gukesh, the youngest world champion in history, balances his demanding career with a love for movies like "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" and "About Time." He admires Novak Djokovic's resilience, applying a similar mindset to his own chess battles, including his recent World Championship victory against Ding Liren.
The Times of India Bangladesh sends India formal note seeking extradition of Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh formally asked India to return ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The interim government wants Hasina to face trial. She is accused of mass killings during student protests. An extradition treaty exists between the two nations. Hasina fled to India after protests ended her 15-year rule. The government plans to use the treaty to bring her back.
The Times of India How overdrinking water for detoxification almost killed a woman
A woman drank four liters of water for detoxification. She experienced headache, nausea, and confusion. She then had a seizure and lost consciousness. Doctors diagnosed her with hyponatremia. Her sodium levels were dangerously low. She received treatment in the ICU for three days. She recovered and was discharged. Doctors recommend two to three liters of water daily.
The Times of India Vinod Kambli admitted to Thane hospital in critical condition
Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli was hospitalised Saturday night following a decline in health. The 52-year-old's condition, though stable, remains critical. This follows a recent public appearance where his health struggles became apparent, prompting support offers from the 1983 World Cup-winning team, conditional on Kambli entering rehab.
The Times of India The puzzle around Manu Bhaker's name missing from Khel Ratna list
Star shooter Manu Bhaker's omission from the Khel Ratna award nominations has sparked surprise. Neither Bhaker nor the NRAI applied for the prestigious award, reportedly aiming for the Padma Shri instead. While Bhaker secured two historic bronze medals at the Paris Olympics, the federation's inaction on her Khel Ratna application raises questions.
The Times of India 'Migration kills': 'Islamisation of Europe' behind German car attack?
A Saudi-born psychiatrist drove an SUV into a German Christmas market, killing five and injuring over 200. Saudi Arabia had warned Germany about the suspect's extremist views multiple times, but German authorities failed to act. The attack has sparked outrage and raised questions about Germany's security protocols and the handling of intelligence warnings.
The Times of India 'They forced him to resign': BJP hits back at Congress over Ambedkar row
BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad accused the Congress party of hypocrisy, citing their historical treatment of B.R. Ambedkar. Prasad highlighted Congress's failure to support Ambedkar's memorial and questioned their silence on his resignation. He contrasted this with the BJP's efforts to honor Ambedkar, including building a memorial and demanding an apology from Congress for their past actions.
The Times of India Anupam Mittal takes a jibe at GST on popcorns: Man arrested at theatre for...
Anupam Mittal satirizes the 18% GST on caramelized popcorn, highlighting the different tax rates compared to salted popcorn (12%). His post on X (formerly Twitter) sparked online debate, with users humorously suggesting smuggling sugar into theaters to avoid the higher tax.
