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The Times of India It's our dream to host 2036 Olympics: PM Narendra Modi

Reiterating India's strong efforts to host the 2036 Summer Olympics in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his address to the nation on the occasion of Independence Day that the country is preparing for its bid to bring the biggest sporting extravaganza to India. It is also likely that India will bid to host the Youth Olympics in 2030.

The Times of India Are BSE Sensex, Nifty50 closed for trading today?

Stock market holiday today: On August 15, markets are closed for Independence Day, impacting all segments. Other closures in 2024 include Id-E-Milad and Diwali.

The Times of India Happy Independence Day 2024: Heartfelt Best Wishes and Inspiring Messages to Share with Friends, Family, and Colleagues"

15th August 1947 has been engraved in the golden history of India with our nation getting its freedom after 200 years of British rule. Thanking and paying tribute to our freedom fighters, here are some Independence Day wishes and messages to share with your loved ones, reminding them of the true meaning of this ‘Freedom.’

The Times of India Happy Independence Day 2024: Heartfelt Best Wishes and Inspiring Messages to Share with Friends, Family, and Colleagues"

15th August 1947 has been engraved in the golden history of India with our nation getting its freedom after 200 years of British rule. Thanking and paying tribute to our freedom fighters, here are some Independence Day wishes and messages to share with your loved ones, reminding them of the true meaning of this ‘Freedom.’

The Times of India 'Padak chhina gaya tumhara...': Bajrang hails Vinesh as 'kohinoor'

Vinesh Phogat's appeal for a shared silver medal was rejected by the Court of Arbitration for Sport after her disqualification from the Olympic final for being 100 grams over the weight limit. Fellow wrestler Bajrang Punia expressed support, highlighting her resilience. The disqualification has sparked discussions about the pressures of weight cutting in wrestling competitions.

The Times of India How they did it: Rural Harappans were sticklers for sanitation

About 4,500 years ago, Kotada Bhadli, a Harappan settlement in Gujarat, showcased advanced waste management practices. Researchers found that villagers systematically collected and disposed of waste, using dung cakes as fuel. This study, published in the Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences journal, highlights the hygienic and organized lifestyle of the Harappan people.

The Times of India This Independence Day marks 4 years since MS Dhoni...

Dhoni, who had retired from Test cricket in 2014, chose to quit international cricket altogether on August 15th 2020 while still making himself available to play the Indian Premier League for Chennai Super Kings. Dhoni left behind a legacy for his successors, having clinched all ICC silverware as captain by winning the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 ODI World Cup, the 2013 Champions Trophy as well as the Test mace.

The Times of India IMD issues rain alert for Kerala's Wayanad, says floods likely

Kerala's Wayanad district, recently affected by severe landslides on July 30, faced another warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall and potential flash floods on Thursday. The IMD issued an 'orange' alert predicting significant rainfall for Kozhikode and Wayanad. A similar alert had been issued before the previous landslides on July 29.

The Times of India Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: Sudheer Kumar asks Amitabh Bachchan to let him have his shoes as a memoir

Kaun Banega Crorepati returned for its 16th season on August 12 with Amitabh Bachchan as the host. On August 14, contestant Sudheer Kumar, a farmer from Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, shared an emotional story. He expressed his desire to win money to buy land for his father, as his family's earnings are minimal and they have only 2 bighas of land.

The Times of India Ratan Tata, Barack Obama, Bill Gates, and other famous left-handers who have made history

The article highlighted influential left-handed personalities like Ratan Tata, Bill Gates, and Barack Obama, among others. These individuals, through achievements in business, technology, arts, and sciences, defied conventions and had a transformative impact on their fields. Their left-handedness is suggested to contribute to their unique perspectives and problem-solving abilities, driving their significant contributions.

The Times of India Jay Shah tells why India is not keen on hosting pink-ball Tests

BCCI secretary Jay Shah expressed opposition to hosting pink-ball Tests due to their short duration. India has played four such matches, with three concluding in under three days. Shah also mentioned India's denial to host the Women's T20 World Cup in October. South Africa's Morne Morkel was appointed as the bowling coach of the Indian cricket team, beginning September 1.