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The Times of India 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196, and other cars set for auction

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum announced an auction of iconic cars, including a 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 streamliner valued at $50-70 million. The car was driven by Juan Manuel Fangio and Stirling Moss. Proceeds aim to support the museum’s endowment and collection enhancement. Landmark vehicles up for auction also include a 1964 Ferrari 250LM and Sonic I land speed record holder.

The Times of India The 'prediction' that Amazon founder made about online shopping in 1997

In a 1997 BBC interview, Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, predicted the significant rise of online shopping. At the time, Amazon was a small online bookstore with a vast selection.

The Times of India James webb space telescope unveils $100,000 quadrillion Psyche may be rusting

Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope found components of water on the metal-rich asteroid Psyche, indicating rust. This discovery suggests Psyche isn't purely metallic and might include silicates. NASA’s Psyche mission, launched in October 2023, aims to study the asteroid in detail by 2029 to uncover more about its composition and origins.

The Times of India Watch: PM Modi interacts with Olympians, asks them what they did in Paris

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the Indian Olympic contingent at his residence after their return from the Paris Olympics with six medals. He praised the athletes, including Aman Sehrawat and Manu Bhaker, for their dedication, stating that in sports, nobody truly loses but learns.

The Times of India 'Bam and Ram want to create unrest ...': CM Mamata on midnight attack at RG Kar hospital

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee claimed that the Left and BJP are collaborating to incite unrest in Bengal. She pointed to recent vandalism in RG Kar Hospital, alleging BJP's involvement. Police showed restraint despite being attacked. A postgraduate doctor was also found dead at the hospital, sparking protests. The case is now with the CBI.

The Times of India Varalakshmi Vratham 2024: Top WhatsApp stickers to share

The Varalakshmi Vratham festival, celebrated by married women in South India, was dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi for blessings of wealth and prosperity. Digital platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram offered various ways to share festive greetings. The article provided methods to send WhatsApp stickers, create Facebook statuses, and design Instagram stories for the 2024 celebrations.

The Times of India Details about Python: Characteristics, diet, mating habits and more

Pythons, known for their massive size and unique traits, have captivated fascination. Able to adapt to various climates, they use constriction to hunt, boast flexible jaws, and heat-sensing pits. Found across Africa, Asia, and Australia, their invasive presence in Florida raises ecological concerns. The reticulated python is the world's longest snake.

The Times of India Pakistan detects first mpox case of 2024; China to screen arrivals: Key points

Pakistan confirmed its first mpox case this year after a 34-year-old man returning from Saudi Arabia tested positive. Khyber Medical University in Peshawar verified the diagnosis on August 13. Health officials initiated contact tracing. In 2023, Karachi also reported three cases. China's customs administration will monitor arrivals for mpox for six months.

The Times of India Watch: Arshad Nadeem hilariously 'trolls' father-in-law

Pakistani Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem received a buffalo from his father-in-law Muhammad Nawaz to honor his record-setting javelin throw at the Paris Olympics. In a humorous interview, Nadeem indicated a preference for land instead of the buffalo, citing his father-in-law's wealth. Nawaz emphasized the gift's cultural significance in their rural community.

The Times of India Mission successful: Isro places Earth observation satellite into intended orbit

The rocket injected the 175.5kg EOS-08 satellite into a 475km circular low earth orbit. The rocket placed the 0.2kg SR-0 Demosat, developed by Space Kidz India, into the same orbit around three minutes later.

The Times of India Sensex surges over 600 points; Nifty50 above 24,300

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, surged in opening trade on Friday. While BSE Sensex moved above 79,700, Nifty50 was above 24,300.

The Times of India India's crorepati kabaddi players grab eyeballs

Eight players entered the cash-rich group during the first day of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11 Player Auction in Mumbai, which is a new record. The highest bid of the day was for Sachin Tanwar, who was bought by Tamil Thalaivas for an impressive sum of INR 2.15 crore.