The Times of India 'Fraud IAS': UPSC files FIR against Puja Khedkar, issues show-cause notice

The Times of India Jadeja's absence from SL tour sparks speculation about his ODI future

Ravindra Jadeja is absent from the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka after his retirement from T20Is. The new management, led by Gautam Gambhir, is seeking replacements for Jadeja, who has been crucial for the last decade in the ODIs. The selectors aim to use the limited six ODIs before the Champions Trophy, focusing on Axar Patel and Washington Sundar.

The Times of India List of countries that changed their names

Countries often change their names to reflect political shifts, cultural evolution, or to distance themselves from colonial pasts. These changes can signify new identities, unify diverse populations, or mark the end of oppressive regimes. Each renaming reflects a nation’s journey towards redefining its image and future. Here is the list of 10 countries that changed their names.

The Times of India Riot breaks out in UK's Leeds, bus set ablaze: What led to the unrest?

Major riots in Leeds as protesters overturn police vehicle and set double-decker bus on fire. West Yorkshire Police respond to the ongoing incident on Luxor Street in Harehills. Officers relocate agency workers and children to safety as situation escalates.

The Times of India Players trust Suryakumar more than Hardik: Report

The decision to appoint Surya as India's T20I captain for Sri Lanka tour was reportedly influenced by the players' higher level of trust in him compared to Hardik Pandya, who led the team in T20Is before sustaining an injury last year. Despite his appointment as the T20I captain, Surya has not been included in the squad for the three ODIs on the tour.

The Times of India Sawan 2024: Changes to make in your home before Sawan to avoid problems

Celebrate Sawan, a spiritually significant month for Shiva devotees, from July 22 to August 19. Enhance devotion by keeping homes clean, well-lit, and clutter-free. Avoid tamasik items and non-vegetarian food; use auspicious plants like Bel Patra, and prepare bhog prasad in a clean kitchen. Seek blessings from Shiv Ji and Bholenath while creating a positive aura.

The Times of India Olympics: India's tryst with fourth-place heartbreaks

India's Olympic fourth-place finishes include Neville D'Souza 1956, Milkha Singh 1960, PT Usha 1984, men's hockey 1980, Bhupathi-Paes 2004, Kunjarani Devi 2004, Joydeep Karmakar 2012, Dipa Karmakar 2016, Abhinav Bindra 2016, women's hockey 2020, and golfer Aditi Ashok 2020, reflecting close, painful misses in key events.

The Times of India Nameplate, halal, and the Kanwar Yatra route: Politics heats up in UP

Uttar Pradesh's Kanwar Yatra mandates eateries display owner details, facing strict actions otherwise. The state ensures sanitation, lighting, and water provisions. Halal certification ban remains controversial.

The Times of India Natasa shares pictures from Serbia following separation from Hardik

Natasa Stankovic, sharing 'Home Sweet Home' photos, returned to Serbia with her son Agastya after separating from Hardik Pandya. They parted ways amicably after four years. Co-parenting Agastya is their priority. Natasa requested support during this sensitive time. Hardik joined the T20I squad for Sri Lanka.

The Times of India Egyptian man creates Guinness world record, visits 7 wonders in a week; see pics

The Times of India 'Ghatkopar hoarding crash was act of God': HC seeks state's response

Bombay High Court instructed police to respond to Bhavesh Bhinde's plea about the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse, citing severe weather as an 'act of God.' Bhinde seeks bail while Justices Dangre and Manjusha review his arrest. Public Prosecutor Hiten Venegaonkar agreed to file an affidavit. Bhinde's hoarding by Ego Media collapsed on May 13, killing 17 people.

The Times of India Microsoft Windows reports major service outage globally

Windows Blue Screen of Death errors, caused by a Crowdstrike update, affect AWS, Azure users, and Windows 11 globally, causing restart loops. Flight cancellations occurred with Frontier airlines due to a Microsoft 365 outage. Microsoft reroutes traffic and investigates, with Crowdstrike aware of the issue and user complaints reported by WSJ and on X.

The Times of India Debunking the patriotic myth 'Born in the USA'

Bruce Springsteen's ‘Born in the U.S.A.’, released in 1984, is often misinterpreted as a patriotic anthem. However, the song poignantly addresses the struggles of Vietnam War veterans and critiques American society's neglect. The track's powerful anti-war message, alongside other influential songs, highlights music's role in promoting peace and unity.

The Times of India For Harshit Rana, Gauti bhaiya is 'above everyone else'

The young pacer, hailing from Delhi, had faced numerous challenges during his junior career, frequently being overlooked by selectors. However, his fortunes took a remarkable turn when he delivered an outstanding performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) this year, and now he has received his maiden India call-up for the ODI series on the tour of Sri Lanka.

The Times of India 'Parag, Gill as vice-captain': Ex cricketer highlights key takeaways

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra discussed the recent squad selection for India's upcoming white-ball series against Sri Lanka, highlighting notable selections like Riyan Parag's inclusion and Shubman Gill's appointment as vice-captain over Hardik Pandya. India will play three T20Is and three ODIs against Sri Lanka starting on July 27 in Pallekele.