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The Times of India 'Part of parliament burned': What led to violent protests in Kenya?

Police in Nairobi, Kenya, fired tear gas and water cannons at crowds protesting proposed tax hikes, resulting in five deaths and 31 injuries, as reported by several NGOs, including Amnesty Kenya. The confrontation turned deadly, with five people being shot dead. In a joint statement, several NGOs including Amnesty Kenya reported that five people were shot dead and 31 injured.

The Times of India Amazon India admits security lapses at Delhi-NCR warehouse

Amazon India acknowledges security lapses in Delhi-NCR. NHRC investigates anti-labour practices at Manesar warehouse. Disciplinary action taken. Government assured corrective measures. Facility employs 1842 with detailed demographics.

The Times of India In dry Gujarat, GIFT city liquor sales underwhelm despite relaxation

Despite challenges, the state government is exploring changes to enhance liquor sales in GIFT City. Efforts to improve the working atmosphere by allowing alcohol consumption face hurdles like high prices and strict guidelines, prompting the government to consider revisions for a more conducive environment at the global finance-tech hub.

The Times of India Pervez Musharraf’s audacious night stay across LoC

During the Kargil war, the Pakistan Army chief's unprecedented visit to Indian territory led to scrutiny and criticism, shedding light on the intricate details of the cross-border operations.

The Times of India Madhya Pradesh ministers to now pay their own income tax

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav emphasized the significance of ministers filing their income taxes independently in Madhya Pradesh, marking a pivotal change after 52 years. The decision was made to relieve the common man from shouldering the tax burden of ministers and people's representatives, aligning with principles of fairness and accountability.

The Times of India T20 WC: Inzamam alleges ball-tampering by India

Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq accused India of ball tampering during their T20 World Cup 'Super 8s' game against Australia. His claims followed India's 24-run victory in St. Lucia. Inzamam questioned how Arshdeep Singh achieved reverse swing with a relatively new ball in the 16th over. India scored 205-5, with Rohit Sharma making 92 and Suryakumar Yadav 31. Australia replied with 181-7, led by Travis Head's 76. Arshdeep's 3-37 and Kuldeep Yadav's 2-24 were crucial in India's win.

The Times of India Assange banned from returning to US: How plea deal came about

The plea deal between Julian Assange and American prosecutors has been advancing for months, involving efforts spanning three US administrations. Assange has shown resistance to traveling to the mainland United States. The Department of Justice explained in a letter, "Assange had an opposition to traveling to the continental United States".

The Times of India BSE Sensex moves above 78,100; Nifty50 near 23,750

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened in green on Wednesday. While BSE Sensex moved above 78,100, Nifty50 was also near 23,750.

The Times of India 'The guy is trying to...': Ashwin defends Gulbadin's actions

Ravichandran Ashwin has commented on Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib's alleged 'faking' of an injury during the T20 World Cup Super Eight match against Bangladesh. Ashwin acknowledged suggestions for reprimand but emphasized Naib's actions were motivated by his desire to help his team qualify for the semi-finals.

The Times of India British Airways glitch causes havoc at Heathrow, passengers stranded

Heathrow Airport experienced significant disruption due to a breakdown in British Airways' IT systems, causing passengers to be stuck on planes and face prolonged waits for their luggage. The issue, which started the previous evening, resulted in travelers waiting for extended periods to collect their belongings. Passengers found themselves stranded on aircraft, unable to disembark, while others encountered substantial delays at baggage claim areas.

The Times of India 'We will have a new T20 WC winner in Afghanistan'

Afghanistan's stunning 21-run victory against Australia in the 'Super 8s' match at Kingstown sent shockwaves through the cricketing community. However, Lalchand Rajput, the former coach of both India and Afghanistan, remained unsurprised by the outcome.Under Rajput's guidance, Afghanistan achieved Test status in 2017, marking a significant milestone in their cricketing journey. Since then, the team has continued to progress, with former England batsman Jonathan Trott taking the reins and elevating the emerging Asian cricketing nation to new heights.

The Times of India WHO says this much exercise weekly can guarantee good health

More than 40% of Indians are physically inactive and are at risk of life threatening diseases, the Lancet study has found. As per the WHO, insufficient physical activity is defined as not doing 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity, 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity, or an equivalent combination per week. Insufficient physical activity globally poses significant health risks, impacting cardiovascular, metabolic, musculoskeletal, mental, and respiratory health. Regular exercise is crucial in combating these risks and promoting overall well-being.

The Times of India T20 WC: Uninhibited flamboyance defines Rohit Sharma

Playing without any sense of inhibition is a practised art for some, but for Rohit it comes naturally. That’s what he used to be when he was growing up as a young batter, catching the eye of one and all. Now at the twilight of his career, it is this same flamboyance that makes him look so special when it comes off. It was his 41-ball 92, easily the best innings of this World Cup by any batter, in St. Lucia on Monday that left Australia on the brink of ouster.

The Times of India 'Rohit ki khaas baat yeh hai ki...': Ex-cricketer lauds India captain

Rohit Sharma, India's captain, made a significant impact against Australia in their last T20 World Cup Super Eight match. He scored 92 off 41 balls, leading India to a commanding total of 205 for 5 and limiting Australia to 181 for 7, resulting in a 24-run victory and eliminating the reigning ODI World Cup champions.