The Times of India A century and half of telling what’s the weather like

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has evolved since its establishment in 1875. Over the years, IMD has advanced from basic weather prediction tools to sophisticated systems and expanded its presence, including stations in Antarctica, to provide precise weather forecasts crucial for agriculture and extreme weather events.

The Times of India 5 months on, Kerala notifies Wayanad missing as dead

Kerala government will officially declare the 35 missing persons from the Wayanad landslides as deceased to provide their families with financial assistance. The procedure includes filing a missing person report, an investigation, and a 30-day objection period before death certificates are issued.

The Times of India 'Relationship turned sour after she gave birth to boy': Doc accused of killing wife

A doctor from Lucknow is accused of murdering his wife by sedating her and drowning her in a bathtub while on vacation in Thailand. The father of the deceased alleges that the doctor had a history of mental and physical harassment. An FIR has been lodged, and a probe is ongoing.

The Times of India Record 3.5cr devotees take holy Sangam dip on Makar Sankranti

On Makar Sankranti, over 3.5 crore devotees took a holy dip at Sangam, led by Naga Sadhus and seers from different akharas in Prayagraj. The event included flower showers from helicopters and processions of seers on decorated chariots as devotees chanted and celebrated under the intense spiritual ambiance.

The Times of India Nylon manjha claims 3 lives, 2 die chasing kites

Three people died, and a policeman is critically injured due to banned nylon manja during Makar Sankranti celebrations in Maharashtra. Incidents occurred in Nashik, Akola, and Nandurbar, where victims' throats were slit while riding bikes. Two individuals also died chasing kites, and several others were injured. Police registered 19 offences for using illegal nylon manja, seizing materials worth Rs 35,350.

The Times of India Amid political crossroads, Sharad Pawar invites PM Modi to literary event

Sharad Pawar, NCP-SP chief, invites PM Modi to inaugurate the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in Delhi. This gesture is seen as gratitude for granting classical language status to Marathi. The event, first organized in 1878, holds historical significance. Shiv Sena highlights that the classical language status resulted from collective efforts, not attributed to one leader alone.

The Times of India Bangladesh high court cuts life term of Ulfa-I chief to 14 years

Bangladesh High Court reduced the life sentence of Ulfa leader Paresh Baruah to 14 years and five others to 10 years for their attempt to smuggle arms in 2004. The court had earlier commuted their death sentences to life imprisonment. The illegal arms, intended for separatist groups in northeast India, included grenades, rocket launchers, and submachine guns.

The Times of India UP doctor accused of killing wife in Pattaya during vacation

A city-based doctor, Dr. Ashish Srivastava, has been accused of murdering his wife Priyanka Sharma by sedating and drowning her in a bathtub during their vacation in Thailand. Her father, Satyanarayan Sharma, reported the incident, alleging long-standing marital issues and harassment. An FIR has been filed and an investigation is underway.

The Times of India NCLT staff go off work over salary delay

The Times of India Delhi to Moscow: Send home desis in Russia army

The Indian government has taken up the issue with Russian authorities regarding the death of an Indian from Kerala serving in the Russian military and an injured compatriot. It has reiterated its demand for the early discharge and repatriation of remaining Indian nationals still serving in the Russian armed forces.

The Times of India Man invites friend for party, hammers him to death for ‘raping’ wife

A 30-year-old man in Badlapur, identified as Suraj, was arrested for allegedly killing his wife’s suspected rapist. Suraj invited his friend Nagesh, who had allegedly sexually assaulted his wife, to a party and then bludgeoned him to death with a hammer. The post-mortem report led to Suraj’s confession.

The Times of India PIO nurse stabbed by patient in Manchester hospital

An Indian-origin nurse, Achamma Cherian, was critically injured after being stabbed by a patient with scissors at Royal Oldham Hospital. The suspect, Rumon Haque, has been charged with attempted murder. The incident has shocked the community and highlighted concerns about the safety of healthcare workers.

The Times of India 25-year-old climbs 900 steps to Palghar temple, dies

A 25-year-old man collapsed and died while descending from Mahalaxmi temple in Dahanu after experiencing nausea. Milan Dombre, from Talasari, had climbed 900 steps with his family before the incident. He was declared dead at the Kasa rural hospital, with suspicions of a heart attack. The temple is popular, especially on Tuesdays, Fridays, and weekends.

The Times of India 6 Armymen hurt in mine blast in J&K's Nowshera

Six Army jawans were injured in a landmine blast near a forward post along the Line of Control in Nowshera sector of J&K’s Rajouri district. The incident occurred during a routine patrol when the troops accidentally stepped on a landmine. The injured soldiers were immediately treated at 150 General Hospital, Rajouri, and their condition is stable.

The Times of India ‘Mystery illness’ kills 2 more from Rajouri’s Badhaal village

Authorities remain perplexed by a mysterious illness that has caused 14 deaths in Badhaal village, J&K's Rajouri district since December, with four siblings dying recently. Only one family and their relatives have been affected. Experts from the National Centre for Disease Control and Institute of Epidemiology are set to investigate.