The Times of India Why Railways is unlikely to go for aluminium Vande Bharat

Indian Railways has nixed plans for aluminium-bodied Vande Bharat trains due to high costs and lack of domestic expertise. Future focus aims at cost-effective sleeper versions utilizing indigenous technology.

The Times of India ‘Emergency’ trailer: Kangana's film offers glimpse into one of India's darkest past

‘Emergency’ trailer: Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut revealed the trailer for her film on the eve of India's 78th Independence Day. The film, directed by Kangana herself, depicts the 1975-1977 Emergency period under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Scheduled for release on September 6, the movie features veteran actors like Anupam Kher and Shreyas Talpade, portraying key figures of that era.

The Times of India Vinesh Phogat's CAS appeal verdict deferred: A timeline of events

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the Paris Olympics due to being 100 grams overweight continues pending a decision from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Her appeal's verdict has been postponed thrice, causing uncertainty. Phogat, who recently announced her retirement, awaits the final ruling set for August 16.

The Times of India NASA astronauts Sunita and Butch undergo routine hearing test

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore faced delays returning from their ISS mission due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner. NASA is exploring alternatives like SpaceX's Crew Dragon. Extended stays in space pose potential health risks, such as bone density loss. NASA postponed the Crew-9 mission to manage congestion aboard the ISS.

The Times of India SC stays NCLAT order that allowed BCCI to settle its dues with Byju's

The Times of India Why this bio on dating website Bumble has gone viral, and what it tells you to not do

A Bumble user's profile went viral after he mistakenly claimed to be a 'socialist' thinking it meant socially outgoing. A screenshot of his bio surfaced online, leading to humorous reactions. When questioned, the user appeared confused about the term. The post quickly gained likes and sparked widespread comments and jokes on social media.

The Times of India NIRF 2024: Check top 10 dental colleges of India

The NIRF Rankings 2024 have been released, showcasing the top dental colleges in India. Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, tops the list with a score of 81.83, followed by Manipal College of Dental Sciences and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences. The rankings highlight a shift in performance compared to 2023. The NIRF, introduced in 2015, now includes 16 categories with new additions like Open University and Skill University.

The Times of India 'Mandali': Rohit Sharma posts picture with close friends

Team India captain Rohit Sharma took a break to unwind after a busy season, spending quality time with close friends in Mumbai following the T20 World Cup high and the ODI series loss in Sri Lanka. He posted pictures on Instagram with the caption 'Mandali'. Rohit will next play against Bangladesh in a two-Test and three-T20I series.

The Times of India NIRF 2024: Check India’s top 10 law colleges

On August 12, 2024, the Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings, with National Law School of India University topping the list of law colleges. The rankings saw Symbiosis Law School advance to 5th place, while IIT Kharagpur improved to 7th. Gujarat National Law University and Siksha 'O' Anusandhan experienced slight declines. The top four law colleges remained unchanged from last year.

The Times of India NIRF 2024 rankings: These are top 10 state public universities in India

The Ministry of Education has released the list of India's top universities for 2024, introducing new parameters such as "Innovation," "Open Universities," and "State Public Universities." The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) evaluated based on several criteria, including Teaching, Learning, Resources, and Research. Anna University, Jadavpur University, and Savitribai Phule Pune University are among the top-ranked institutions.

The Times of India Tendulkar turns entrepreneur with new athleisure brand; details here

Sachin Tendulkar, along with former Swiggy executives, is launching a sports athleisure brand. The venture aims to compete with top brands, focusing on affordability and local manufacturing. Tendulkar is actively involved in product development, and the startup is in talks to secure funding.

The Times of India Army Captain killed during encounter with terrorists in J&K's Doda

The Times of India Hockey India retires No. 16 jersey in honour of PR Sreejesh

Hockey India retired the No. 16 jersey to honour PR Sreejesh, who retired after the Paris Olympics, marking the end of his 18-year career. Sreejesh plans to coach the junior men's hockey team, drawing inspiration from Rahul Dravid's coaching journey. He aims to eventually become the national team's chief coach by 2032.

The Times of India 'No rivalry between Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem'

Nadeem's victory marked Pakistan's first gold medal since the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, where the country won the top prize in hockey. He is also the first track and field athlete from Pakistan to win an Olympic medal. The previous Olympic record of 90.57 meters was held by Andreas Thorkildsen of Norway, set at the 2008 Beijing Games. Thorkildsen, along with Jan Zelezny of the Czech Republic—who holds the world record of 98.48 meters—was present in the stands watching the event.

The Times of India Kolkata hospital horror: Former principal 'used to provide booze to students'

Dr. Sandip Ghosh, the dismissed principal of RG Kar Medical College, was accused of corruption and involvement in corrupt practices, such as demanding money from students and benefiting from tender orders.