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The Times of India Court convicts 5 for 'anti-India activities', links with an IS front

It sentenced main accused Jahanzaib Sami to 20 years for raising, receiving, & providing funds through cryptocurrency to propagate IS ideology. He had pleaded guilty. NIA alleged that the accused incited the minority community by promoting seditious slogans and creating graffiti in public places, sharing it on social and international media platforms. NIA also said the accused were instigating youths to participate in anti-CAA protests.

The Times of India Court convicts 5 for 'anti-India activities', links with an IS front

It sentenced main accused Jahanzaib Sami to 20 years for raising, receiving, & providing funds through cryptocurrency to propagate IS ideology. He had pleaded guilty. NIA alleged that the accused incited the minority community by promoting seditious slogans and creating graffiti in public places, sharing it on social and international media platforms. NIA also said the accused were instigating youths to participate in anti-CAA protests.

The Times of India Hry CM loses majority as 3 independent MLAs pull out; govt safe: BJP

Three out of five Independent MLAs, who were helping Nayab Singh Saini govt in Haryana retain its majority since JJP's exit from the coalition, withdrew support on Tuesday, giving Congress ammunition to demand its dismissal amid BJP's staunch defence of what it said was a "safe and stable" cabinet. BJP still has the backing of two Independents-Nayan Pal Rawat and Rakesh Daulatabad-and HLP legislator Gopal Kanda.

The Times of India Hry CM loses majority as 3 independent MLAs pull out; govt safe: BJP

Three out of five Independent MLAs, who were helping Nayab Singh Saini govt in Haryana retain its majority since JJP's exit from the coalition, withdrew support on Tuesday, giving Congress ammunition to demand its dismissal amid BJP's staunch defence of what it said was a "safe and stable" cabinet. BJP still has the backing of two Independents-Nayan Pal Rawat and Rakesh Daulatabad-and HLP legislator Gopal Kanda.

The Times of India Give BJP 400, ensure Cong can't put Babri lock on temple: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday alleged a conspiracy of ‘vote jihad’ against him and said he wants over 400 seats so that Congress “cannot put a Babri lock on Ram Temple in Ayodhya”. Addressing rallies in MP’s Dhar and Khargone, and Ahmednagar and Beed districts of Maharashtra, the PM said NDA also required a 400-plus mandate to foil Congress’s ‘conspiracy’ to bring back Article 370 and implement reservations for Muslims on religious lines by snatching away SC/ST and OBC quotas.

The Times of India PM Modi, BJP promote hatred, says Sonia Gandhi

In a video appeal to voters, Sonia Gandhi urged people to reject “proponents of lies and hatred” and vote for Congress for a “more equal future for all”. She said Congress and INDIA bloc is committed to defending the Constitution and democracy. Sonia alleged youth unemployment, crimes against women, and “terrible” discrimination against SC/ST and minorities have reached unprecedented levels, which stem from “niyat (intention)” and “niti (policy)” of PM Modi and the BJP, which reject inclusivity.

The Times of India Eye on China, India deploys 3 warships to South China Sea

The long-range operational deployment of destroyer INS Delhi, fleet tanker INS Shakti and anti-submarine warfare corvette INS Kiltan to the South China Sea, under Eastern Fleet commander Rear Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar, comes at a time when the Indian Navy is also closely monitoring Chinese satellite and missile tracking ships in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

The Times of India After 18-month gap, China names new envoy to India amid strained ties

While there is no official announcement yet, the Chinese foreign ministry confirmed to PTI that Xu, ex-ambassador to Afghanistan and Romania, has been appointed as China's new envoy in India. TOI was first to report on Jan 29 that Xu will be China's new ambassador to India. Xu is expected to travel to New Delhi soon to assume his new responsibility.

The Times of India NewsClick HR head, who turned approver, to be freed

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma ordered Chakravarty's release from custody on Monday, taking into account his medical condition and that Delhi Police did not object to it, considering he was granted pardon in the case by a trial court after turning approver. Noting that Chakravarty was dependent on a wheelchair for his day-to-day movement, Justice Sharma said his medical condition "warrants special consideration and calls for a humane approach".

The Times of India Lalu backs Muslim quota, PM Modi says it exposes oppn's intent

PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday seized upon RJD boss and former Bihar CM Lalu Prasad’s statement supporting “full reservations” for Muslims, and said his charge that Congress and its partners had a hidden agenda to introduce faith-based quota was vindicated. Claiming vindication, he said he could read the intent of Congress and its partners because of their dependence on the politics of votebanks and appeasement.

The Times of India Mayawati removes nephew as heir 'till he gets maturity'

BSP chief Mayawati declared late Tuesday that she was divesting her London-educated MBA nephew Akash Anand of the twin responsibilities of being her designated political heir and the party's national coordinator “till he attains maturity”, marking a fall as swift as his elevation last Dec. Mayawati made the announcement on her official X handle days after Akash, the son of her younger brother Anand Kumar, was charged by UP police with using “unparliamentary language” in poll speeches at Sitapur and Unnao on April 28.

The Times of India Mayawati removes nephew as heir 'till he gets maturity'

BSP chief Mayawati declared late Tuesday that she was divesting her London-educated MBA nephew Akash Anand of the twin responsibilities of being her designated political heir and the party's national coordinator “till he attains maturity”, marking a fall as swift as his elevation last Dec. Mayawati made the announcement on her official X handle days after Akash, the son of her younger brother Anand Kumar, was charged by UP police with using “unparliamentary language” in poll speeches at Sitapur and Unnao on April 28.

The Times of India HC lets minor go for MTP, asks cops not to press doctor for her ID

The petitioners submit that compelling the registered medical practitioner to disclose name of the minor seeking to medically terminate a pregnancy is in contravention of directions issued by Supreme Court in a 2022 decision when it comes to MTP and rights of a minor. HC has issued a notice to the state and asked the public prosecutor to take instructions and has kept it for hearing on Tuesday.