The Times of India Nasa to launch 4 astronauts: Efforts continue to return Sunita Williams

NASA was preparing for the Crew-9 mission, which aimed to send astronauts Zena Cardman, Nick Hague, Stephanie Wilson, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov to the ISS on a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The FAA had reinstated Falcon 9 rocket flights. Despite issues with Boeing's Starliner, NASA considered using Dragon for astronaut retrieval.

The Times of India UPSC cancels provisional candidature of Puja Khedkar, debars her from all future exams

The UPSC on Wednesday cancelled Puja Khedkar's provisional candidature for CSE-2022 after finding her guilty of cheating and forgery. Khedkar has been debarred from all future UPSC exams. The commission said it is now enhancing its SOP to prevent similar cases. Additionally, Khedkar was facing allegations of demanding unauthorized privileges and misuse of official resources.

The Times of India Sebi chief 'warns': Cannot allow Paytm type ...

The SEBI Chairperson, Madhabi Puri Buch, highlighted the critical role of rigorous KYC procedures in India's financial sector.

The Times of India Gurgaon techie trolls scammer with witty offer to redesign fake website for Rs 20,000

Gaurav Sharan, a cybersecurity analyst from Gurgaon, cleverly flipped a scam attempt by proposing to redesign the scammer’s fake website for Rs 20,000. His humorous response, shared on social media, quickly went viral, sparking laughter and ethical debates among the online community.

The Times of India Watch: UP assembly flooded as heavy rain lashes Lucknow

The Times of India Tripura and Maha top the list of toughest Board exams in India

A recent NCERT PARAKH report revealed significant variations in the difficulty level of Class 10 and 12 board exams across India. Tripura and Maharashtra topped the list of states with the toughest papers, containing a higher proportion of 'hard' questions. The findings sparked a debate on the impact of exam difficulty on students' well-being and overall learning. Experts called for a standardized evaluation process to ensure fair assessment and promote holistic development.

The Times of India 'What did the Kerala govt do?': Amit Shah on Wayanad landslides

Union home minister Amit Shah criticized the Kerala government for its delayed response to early warnings about potential landslides. Shah highlighted that nine NDRF teams were dispatched on July 23, but questioned the state's actions that followed. Emphasizing unity during the crisis, Shah assured central government support for Kerala, setting aside party politics.

The Times of India Myanmar junta extends emergency rule, blames 'terrorist acts'

Myanmar's military government extended its state of emergency by six months amidst ongoing fighting and economic challenges. The junta cited the need for additional time to prepare voter lists for a promised 2025 election. The military originally declared the emergency after a February 2021 coup, resulting in a violent crackdown on widespread protests.

The Times of India 'Can't forget the day ...': Akhilesh Yadav recalls alleged caste-based discrimination

Akhilesh Yadav accused certain societal forces, implied to be linked to the BJP, of caste-based discrimination. He recalled incidents where his temple visits were followed by cleansing rituals and criticized BJP MP Anurag Thakur for caste-related remarks towards Rahul Gandhi. Yadav suggested these comments were aimed at securing a ministerial position and condemned such discriminatory practices.

The Times of India Top 10 richest Koreans in the world 2024

The rise of Korean billionaires, led by Jay Y. Lee of Samsung Electronics, highlights the nation's dynamic economy and entrepreneurial spirit. These business leaders have driven technological advancements, job creation, and global collaborations. The list includes influential figures from various industries such as finance, healthcare, and automotive, showcasing Korea's diverse economic strengths.

The Times of India Cong to move privilege motion against PM Modi for sharing Thakur's LS speech

Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi moved a Privilege Motion notice against Prime Minister Modi in Lok Sabha. This followed Modi's tweet endorsing BJP MP Anurag Thakur's speech, which had portions expunged for being abusive. The Congress party argued that the Prime Minister's endorsement was a breach of parliamentary privilege and inflammatory.

The Times of India 'Not China border, this is Tibet border': Sikkim MP Lepcha

In a Rajya Sabha session, Sikkim MP Dorjee Tshering Lepcha urged the central government to replace 'China border' with 'Tibet border,' arguing that the 1,400-kilometer stretch from Leh to Sikkim borders Tibet. Lepcha also highlighted the disparity in development between India and China in these regions and called for reopening the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra route via Nathula.

The Times of India Microsoft is giving one-time cash awards to these employees

Microsoft rewarded employees with a special one-time cash award, added to their annual bonus, following strong performance. Kathleen Hogan highlighted their 'tremendous work and impact'. The award covers levels 67 and below, excluding executives, with varying percentages based on levels, slated for September disbursement. The company reported significant growth, though Azure disappointed slightly.

The Times of India Co Clean all Rajender Nagar drains in two days, HC directs civic authorities

The Delhi High Court directed authorities to clear all encroachments from drains in Rajinder Nagar by Friday. This action follows recent incidents involving deaths at coaching centers, prompting concerns about public safety. The court's order aims to prevent further tragedies and ensure better infrastructure maintenance in the area.

The Times of India Intel may announce thousands of job cuts this week

Intel reportedly plans to cut thousands of jobs this financial year to reduce costs and address earnings slump and market share losses. The company had already laid off staff in October 2022 and earlier this year. Intel faces competition from AMD and Nvidia, compelling its CEO to focus on research and development for technological improvement.