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The Times of India B'desh interim govt: Yunus takes charge of defence, 26 other portfolios

Muhammad Yunus, Nobel laureate distrubuted portfolios to the cabinet after he took oath as Bangladesh's interim leader.. Yunus will be overseeing 27 ministries, including defense and education. This comes after Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled to India amid protests. The cabinet includes career diplomat Mohammad Touhid Hossain, retired brigadier general M Sakhawat Hossain, former Bank governor Salahuddin Ahmed, and former attorney general A F Hassan Arif.

The Times of India SC rejects NEET PG 2024 postponement plea, says 'can't jeopardise careers of 2L candidates'

The Supreme Court rejected a petition to postpone the NEET-PG 2024 exam, set for August 11, 2024. The bench included Chief Justice DY Chandrachud. Concerns were raised about difficult-to-reach test centers and the exam being administered in two batches without clear normalization. The petition had support from many students despite only five filing it.

The Times of India Facts you probably never knew about the Samoan Warewolf Jacob Fatu

Jacob Fatu, a WWE wrestler currently on SmackDown, recently joined The Bloodline stable. Despite his impressive career, Fatu has a past criminal record and served jail time at 18 for armed robbery. He is married to L.T., his longtime sweetheart, and is a father to seven children. Fatu is also associated with the CONTRA Unit in MLW.

The Times of India Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita engagement: Here's what we know about significance of August 8

Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala announced their engagement on August 8th, a date chosen for its spiritual significance tied to the Lion’s Gate Portal. This cosmic event, noted for enabling new beginnings and personal growth, underscored their shared values. Their ceremony received widespread love and attention from fans, marking a meaningful start to their journey together.

The Times of India Iraq to reduce legal marriage age of girls to 9 years

A bill that has sparked significant controversy has been put forward in the Iraqi parliament, aiming to lower the legal age of marriage for girls to 9 and boys to 15. The proposed legislation has raised alarm among human rights organisations and women's advocacy groups, who are deeply concerned about its potential impact on children's well-being and rights. As it stands, Iraqi law mandates that individuals must be at least 18 years old to enter into marriage.

The Times of India Blinkit solves passport-sized pic issue, CEO 'promises' 10 mins delivery

Blinkit introduced a service for swift delivery of passport-sized photos in Delhi and Gurugram, eliminating last-minute rushes to photo studios. Customers can order through the Blinkit app, upload images, and customize them. The service begins at Rs 99 for eight photos. All uploaded images are deleted post-printing, ensuring privacy.

The Times of India Indian-origin CEO's free visa offer to celebrate Neeraj Chopra's medal stays: ...it's not the colour of the medal but ...

Mohak Nahta, CEO of US-based travel startup Atyls, promised a free visa to every Indian if Neeraj Chopra won gold at the Paris Olympics. Despite Chopra securing silver, Nahta is honoring his promise and offering free visas to Indians. Neeraj Chopra achieved his second Olympic medal, and his performance was praised by many.

The Times of India Discover world of tigers: From endangered subspecies to extinct variants

Tigers, the largest cat species, have seen their habitats shrink due to human encroachment. All subspecies are endangered, with nine existing types, including Bengal, Siberian, Sumatran, and South China tigers. Unique stripe patterns identify individual tigers. Habitat loss and poaching are key threats. Extinct subspecies include the Caspian, Bali, and Javan tigers.

The Times of India 'Doesn't feel like home': UK's far-right riots remind Muslims of 'Paki-bashing'

The United Kingdom experienced violent unrest fueled by far-right activism after false rumors circulated about a Muslim asylum seeker being involved in a tragic knife attack in Southport. The misinformation led to anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant protests, prompting anti-racism demonstrations and significant police intervention to maintain order and protect communities. Despite the heightened security measures, fear remains pervasive in Muslim communities.