The Times of India Blame game on Kolkata streets over doctor's rape-murder

Amidst tension in Kolkata over the RG Kar rape-murder, CM Mamata Banerjee led a silent march blaming opposition parties for vandalism at the hospital, while BJP and the Left held protests demanding justice. Former Union minister Smriti Irani criticized Mamata for shifting blame. The CM appealed for doctors to resume work, citing suffering patients.

The Times of India RG Kar vandalism result of our ‘assessment failure’: Kolkata CP

Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal admitted the post-midnight vandalism at RG Kar Medical College was due to an assessment failure by police. The incident, linked to protests over a junior doctor's rape-murder, led to 25 arrests. Despite efforts, police officers were overwhelmed by the mob and multiple personnel were injured during the chaos.

The Times of India RG Kar vandalism result of our ‘assessment failure’: Kolkata CP

Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal admitted the post-midnight vandalism at RG Kar Medical College was due to an assessment failure by police. The incident, linked to protests over a junior doctor's rape-murder, led to 25 arrests. Despite efforts, police officers were overwhelmed by the mob and multiple personnel were injured during the chaos.

The Times of India Kolkata horror: Institutional FIR in 6 hours must for medical schools

In response to the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, the health ministry mandated that heads of institutions file an 'institutional FIR' within six hours of any violence against healthcare workers. This directive follows nationwide protests by doctors and the Indian Medical Association demanding legal protections for medical staff against workplace violence.

The Times of India Address funds misuse in 15 days, Karnataka govt tells SBI, PNB

The Karnataka government decided to withhold suspensions against SBI and PNB, giving them 15 days to resolve issues of fund misuse. The decision followed a meeting between finance officials and bank representatives, prompted by Public Accounts Committee criticisms. This measure emphasizes the importance of stringent checks in handling state funds.

The Times of India Address funds misuse in 15 days, Karnataka govt tells SBI, PNB

The Karnataka government decided to withhold suspensions against SBI and PNB, giving them 15 days to resolve issues of fund misuse. The decision followed a meeting between finance officials and bank representatives, prompted by Public Accounts Committee criticisms. This measure emphasizes the importance of stringent checks in handling state funds.

The Times of India Sebi bid to ease compliance for entities with listed NCDs

The Times of India Kolkata horror: Times Square to Cologne to Manchester, stir goes global

The Times of India RG Kar violence: Food delivery boy, app cab driver part of vandal mob

Kolkata Police arrested 25 individuals following raids in multiple slums near R G Kar Hospital after a vandalism incident. Locals cooperated in identifying some participants. The vandalism reportedly had political backing, although many involved were not politically active. The suspects included various professionals and unemployed youths from nearby slums.

The Times of India 9ft King Cobra found in bedroom in Karnataka's Udupi

A nine-foot King Cobra was discovered in a bedroom in Someshwara village, Udupi district, after seeking shelter from heavy rains. Rescuer Ajay Giri from Agumbe Rainforest Research Station captured the venomous snake and released it back into the forest. The incident, captured on video, spread rapidly across social media platforms.

The Times of India Former Google CEO to Stanford students: 'Make me a copy of TikTok, steal all ...'

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt sparked debate with comments advising startups to prioritize growth over intellectual property rights. Speaking at Stanford University, Schmidt suggested copying successful platforms like TikTok and addressing legal issues later.

The Times of India 'Tried everything': Bengaluru residents offer puja to pothole

Residents of Jayanagar 4th T Block performed a puja at a troublesome pothole on Varamahalakshmi festival to draw BBMP's attention to their plight. Frustrated by the inaction despite numerous complaints, they decorated the pothole and conducted the ritual, hoping it would finally prompt action.

The Times of India 'Put me in prison but ... ': Techie flees to avoid wife's abuse

The mystery of a missing Bengaluru techie was resolved when police found him near Noida. He had disappeared on August 4, prompting his wife to seek help online. The techie cited marital harassment as the reason for his sudden disappearance. He eventually agreed to return to close the police case filed by his wife.

The Times of India Bengaluru-based YouTuber: My biggest culture shock - American Hotels, they ...

Ishan Sharma, a Bengaluru-based YouTuber, sparked debate on social media after expressing disappointment with the hospitality at a Las Vegas hotel compared to Indian hotels like Taj. .

The Times of India Rajnath Singh to visit US to bolster defence-strategic ties

Defence minister Rajnath Singh will visit Washington this month following PM Modi’s recent trip to Russia. Key discussions with US Defence Secretary Lloyd J Austin will include enhancing bilateral strategic-military ties and addressing delays in delivering jet engines for India's Tejas fighters. Singh will also aim to strengthen 'Make in India' initiatives with US defence companies.