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The Times of India Delhi, Goa top list on loos for schoolgirls, Supreme Court told
More than 12 years after the Supreme Court ordered separate toilets for girls in schools, only Goa, Delhi, Chandigarh, and Puducherry are fully compliant. Most north-eastern states and Jammu & Kashmir lag behind the national average. The Samagra Shiksha scheme has facilitated significant progress with 97.5% compliance nationwide.
The Times of India 'Singham Again' box office: Ajay, Ranveer, Deepika makes over 43 crore
Rohit Shetty's 'Singham Again,' starring Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and more, had a record-breaking opening day this Diwali with Rs 43.50 crore, surpassing 'Singham Returns.' Clashing with 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3,' both films ignited the box office with phenomenal first-day collections.
The Times of India Congress trying to convert farmers' lands to waqf asset: BJP
BJP accuses Congress of attempting to convert lands belonging to farmers and temples into Waqf properties for vote-bank politics, with senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad citing multiple notices served to farmers in Karnataka's Vijayapura district and a temple facing similar claims. BJP vows to oppose such attempts vehemently.
The Times of India Kannada labels must for Karnataka-made products: Sidda
All products made in Karnataka must include labels in Kannada, mandated by CM Siddaramaiah to honor the state's language and heritage. He encourages citizens to take pride in Kannada's 2,000-year history, without prejudice against other languages. This initiative aims to make Kannada the primary language for information dissemination within the state.
The Times of India Congress badly exposed due to unreal promises, be vigilant against party's culture of fake pledges: PM Modi
Prime Minister Modi on Friday accused the Congress of making unrealistic promises and highlighted the challenges of implementing them. Modi urged vigilance against the Congress's 'culture of fake promises,' emphasizing that they often pledge things they can't deliver. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge acknowledged the need to consider fiscal constraints.
The Times of India After 7 years in jail, Kolkata man acquitted of brother's murder
Calcutta High Court acquitted a man who served seven years for his brother’s murder due to lack of conclusive evidence. The court found serious discrepancies in the investigation and noted failures such as the absence of forensic tests and unreliability of circumstantial evidence presented by the prosecution.
The Times of India 16-year-old girl gang-raped, filmed and blackmailed to pay money in Bhubaneswar
In Bhubaneswar, four men and a minor girl allegedly gang-raped a 16-year-old girl and recorded the incident. The minor girl later extorted money from the victim and her mother, threatening to release the video. Police have arrested the men and detained the minor girl.
The Times of India Congress contesting only 11 of 36 Mumbai seats, down from 30 in 2019
Congress is contesting just 11 seats in Mumbai assembly polls, the lowest in decades. Despite multiple negotiations with Shiv Sena (UBT), the party secured these seats, some being BJP strongholds. Mumbai Congress President Varsha Gaikwad admits they aimed for 14-15 seats but will work towards maximizing MVA wins despite the limited allocation.
The Times of India Bihar teen tied to pole, beaten to death; 4 of 5 accused held
A 16-year-old boy was tied to an electric pole and beaten to death by five individuals in Badka Gaon village for allegedly breaking into a grocery shop. Four suspects, including the shop owner, have been arrested. The fifth suspect remains at large, and an FIR has been filed against all five.
The Times of India 'Welcome step': VHP hails Trump for standing by Hindus in Bangladesh
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad welcomed Donald Trump's condemnation of violence against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh, contrasting it with the silence of the United Nations and human rights activists. VHP functionary Vinod Bansal praised Trump for acknowledging the seriousness of the situation and criticized the lack of global response.
The Times of India Shaina NC lodges FIR against UBT MP Arvind Sawant for 'offensive' remark
Shiv Sena candidate Shaina NC filed an FIR against Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant for alleged objectionable remarks he made against her. The case was registered under sections 79 and 356 (2) of the BNS. Sawant denied using any insulting words and questioned the timing and other allegations against Sena leaders.
The Times of India India, US armies to begin 'Vajra Prahar' drill in Idaho today
India and the US commenced their 15th 'Vajra Prahar' exercise at the Orchard Combat Training Centre in Idaho. The drill, involving Para-SF units from India and Green Berets from the US, aims to enhance interoperability and joint special operations capabilities. It includes joint planning, UAV usage, and psychological warfare, among others.
The Times of India Ek rahenge to safe rahenge: PM's 'unity' mantra on Patel birth anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized national unity, asserting that unity ensures safety. Speaking on National Unity Day, he warned against forces like 'urban Naxals' and external entities aiming to destabilize India. Modi highlighted initiatives like 'one nation, one tax' and the proposed 'one nation, one election', drawing on Sardar Patel's legacy of unification.
The Times of India Set up child tobacco help centres: High Court
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to establish Child Tobacco Cessation Centres in all districts to counsel and treat students addicted to 'Cool Lip,' a banned tobacco product. The court mandated periodic inspections in schools and urged the Centre to officially ban 'Cool Lip.'
The Times of India Doval holds talks with US NSA on defence, Indo-Pacific
NSA Ajit Doval and US counterpart Jake Sullivan discussed enhancing bilateral ties, including defence and security cooperation, and addressing regional and global stability. They also highlighted future collaborations in clean energy and defence. The discussions occurred amid tensions over murder-for-hire allegations involving India's Home Minister Amit Shah.