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The Times of India Odisha leader breaks down during campaign as Cong drops him

Congress replaced Prabodh Tirkey with Devendra Bhitaria for Talasara assembly seat, causing emotional turmoil. Tirkey, an ex-India hockey captain, quit his job to join Congress for tribal support. His nomination was revoked abruptly during the campaign.

The Times of India INDIA bloc may issue common pledge to send out unity message

Opposition prepares joint document for 2024 elections, emphasizing unity against BJP with focus on jobs, prices, welfare. Congress's national vision contrasts with allies' regional concerns. Release imminent with modalities considered for physical or online launch.

The Times of India 'Senior citizens' share in FDs, value 2x since FY19'

Senior citizens are increasingly relying on fixed deposits, with their share doubling to 30% according to an SBI study. To enhance their financial independence, the report suggests waiving tax on interest from these deposits and doubling the Atal Pension Yojana ceiling to Rs 10,000. The report also notes that despite tight liquidity conditions, banks raised deposit rates in the latter half of FY24 to attract fresh deposits.

The Times of India 300+ electors from one single family in Assam village

Late Ron Bahadur Thapa's 350-member family in Assam gears up for the April 19 Lok Sabha ballot, while late Ziona's 200-member Mizoram family, with 39 wives, remains a topic of discussion post his 2021 passing.

The Times of India Passenger bitten by 'snake' on Kerala-TN train

Passenger bitten by snake on Madurai-bound train in Kottayam. Karthik from Madurai not seriously injured. Incident on Madurai-Guruvayur Passenger Express. Train stopped for 10 minutes at Ettumanoor station.

The Times of India BJP will heal Manipur, not allow anyone to split it: Shah

Amit Shah asserts no Manipur division, lauds N Biren Singh's progress, denies separate hill admin, scraps Free Movement Regime. Talks on ethnic violence and PM Modi's NE visits. Accuses Congress of divisive agenda and Ibobi Singh of fake encounters.

The Times of India Violence a setback, but won't allow Manipur's division: Amit Shah

Amit Shah asserts no Manipur division, lauds N Biren Singh's progress, denies separate hill admin, scraps Free Movement Regime. Talks on ethnic violence and PM Modi's NE visits. Accuses Congress of divisive agenda and Ibobi Singh of fake encounters.

The Times of India Investment's good but must create jobs: PM ahead of Musk meet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed openness to global investment during his upcoming meeting with Elon Musk, emphasizing the importance of such investment generating employment for Indians. Modi highlighted India's rapid progress in electric vehicles (EVs) and encouraged companies to invest in manufacturing in India. He noted the significant growth in India's EV sector, with sales rising from 2,000 units in 2014-15 to 12 lakh units in 2023-24.

The Times of India Ram Lalla 'Suryatilak' won't generate heat and warm up idol: Experts

High-intensity 'Suryatilak' at Ayodhya's Ram Temple features an infrared filter system to protect Ram Lalla during the 3.5-minute ritual, with collaborations from various scientific institutions for precision and safety.

The Times of India Ram Lalla 'Suryatilak' won't generate heat and warm up idol: Experts

High-intensity 'Suryatilak' at Ayodhya's Ram Temple features an infrared filter system to protect Ram Lalla during the 3.5-minute ritual, with collaborations from various scientific institutions for precision and safety.

The Times of India SC extends Mathura Idgah survey stay but HC land suit trial to go on

The Supreme Court extended its stay on the Allahabad High Court's direction to appoint a commission to survey the Shahi Idgah mosque in Mathura, near Krishna Janmabhoomi. The Committee of Management Trust of Shahi Masjid Idgah filed a petition against the HC order, challenging the transfer of civil suits and the directive for a survey.