The Times of India HC scraps all but one of 25k school hirings in Bengal

On Monday, the Calcutta High Court invalidated nearly all of the 25,758 appointments made by Bengal's School Service Commission (SSC) in 2016, except for one, and instructed approximately 1,600 of these appointees to repay the salaries and allowances they had received so far within four weeks, along with 12% interest.

The Times of India Masala row: FSSAI to check quality of spices sold in India

Food Safety and Standards Authority is sampling powdered spices from all brands nationwide, including MDH and Everest, prompted by Singapore and Hong Kong authorities' alerts. The Hong Kong Centre for Food Safety detected ethylene oxide, a carcinogenic pesticide, in select spice packs from MDH and Everest, raising concerns. They further instructed vendors to stop sale of the products and remove them from retail shelves

The Times of India Buzz on after cleaning, renovation work begin at Rahul's Amethi house

The Times of India Solapur booster for Congress as VBA drops out

In Solapur LS, Praniti Shinde challenges Ram Satpute. Vishal Patil joins the Sangli battle. May 7 voting scheduled. Modi 'wave' impacts Shinde. Kadam's involvement in Sangli. MVA rally on April 25.

The Times of India SC sets aside HC order, allows raped minor to end pregnancy

Utilizing its authority granted by Article 142 of the Constitution, on Monday, the Supreme Court authorized the termination of a 14-year-old girl's 30-week-old pregnancy, reportedly resulting from sexual assault. This decision followed the recommendation of a medical board, which concluded that while terminating the pregnancy at this stage posed risks, allowing it to continue to full term posed a greater threat to the minor's life.

The Times of India Actor Chinmay Mandlekar says no to Shivaji roles as son trolled

Chinmay Mandlekar decides to refrain from portraying Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj due to relentless trolling regarding his son Jehangir's name. Despite explaining his reasons, the trolling continues, prompting Mandlekar to prioritize his family's well-being over professional roles.

The Times of India Party says PM Modi only echoed public sentiment

The BJP, defiant in response to opposition criticism of PM Modi's speech in Banswara as "communally divisive," asserted on Monday that Modi had "called a spade a spade" and echoed the sentiments of the people. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia informed reporters that the opposition's reaction stemmed from discomfort as Modi's comments reflected reality.

The Times of India Participation of women in workforce a right: SC

The Supreme Court emphasized that denying a woman employee two-year childcare leave, in addition to the mandated 180-day maternity leave, is unconstitutional. This assertion, made by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justice J B Pardiwala, arose during a case involving Shalini Dharmani, an assistant professor in a Himachal Pradesh government college. Dharmani cited her child's rare genetic disorder necessitating prolonged care and surgeries.

The Times of India Boy, 15, hacks alcoholic father to death for thrashing mom

In Tuticorin, a 15-year-old boy hacked his father to death after witnessing him assault his mother while intoxicated. The boy was detained and sent to Borstal School, having recently appeared in state board Class X exams.

The Times of India Two Indian students die in car accident in Arizona

The Times of India Dalal likely first BJP pick to win unopposed in Lok Sabha polls

Before the final act of the nation's electoral drama unfolds and two weeks before Gujarat's inaugural ballot, the state has already dispatched a representative to the Lok Sabha. Mukesh Dalal, the BJP candidate, was announced on Monday as the uncontested victor from Surat, as all eight other contenders withdrew from the race following the rejection of Nilesh Kumbhani, the Congress nominee's nomination the day prior.

The Times of India Dalal likely first BJP pick to win unopposed in LS polls

Before the final act of the nation's electoral drama unfolds and two weeks before Gujarat's inaugural ballot, the state has already dispatched a representative to the Lok Sabha. Mukesh Dalal, the BJP candidate, was announced on Monday as the uncontested victor from Surat, as all eight other contenders withdrew from the race following the rejection of Nilesh Kumbhani.

The Times of India Hookah is as harmful as cigarette: Karnataka high court, upholds ban

Karnataka's ban on hookah products upheld by high court under Article 47 due to health risks. Dismissed petitions highlighted dangers like carbon monoxide poisoning, nicotine exposure, and increased hepatitis risk at public hookah places.

The Times of India 8-year-old girl killed for refusing to babysit infant in Gujarat

Pooja killed 8-year-old Sakshi at their home. The incident led to Sakshi's death. The family found her unresponsive, prompting a call to the ambulance. The police arrested Pooja following a complaint of murder.

The Times of India How forces outfoxed booby-trapped road, secured polling teams

Last-minute intel saved polling teams from PLGA militants' IEDs near Mendhri booth. They detoured to Panawar police post, 5km away, ensuring safety despite sweltering heat. The journey was complicated but successfully navigated to reach a secure location.