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The Times of India Lawrence Bishnoi interview: 'Black sheep in Punjab Police have to be identified'

The Punjab and Haryana high court urged for the identification and punishment of police officers involved in gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's interview at a Kharar police station. An SIT report confirmed the interview location. Opposition leaders demanded Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's resignation over the incident, criticizing the government's handling and increasing gangsterism under AAP's rule since 2022.

The Times of India 12-year-old detained for murdering classmate at UP madrassa

A 12-year-old boy was detained for allegedly stabbing his 11-year-old classmate to death at a madrassa hostel in Balrampur district. The accused, motivated by bullying, attacked the victim on August 1 and was arrested on August 6 after the knife was found. Both madrassa officials and the caretaker were suspended for negligence.

The Times of India 'Vinesh, aap haari nahi, haaraaya gaya hai': Bajrang

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has decided to end her career after a disappointing disqualification from the Olympic Games. The 29-year-old athlete was disqualified for being 100 grams over the weight limit in her 50kg category, just before her gold medal match on Wednesday. Phogat shared her decision to retire on social media platforms, expressing that she lacks the energy to carry on.

The Times of India 'Alvida, kushti': Vinesh Phogat announces retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification

A disappointed and heartbroken Indian wrestler, Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling on Thursday following her disqualification from the Paris Olympics. Vinesh shared an emotional message on social media. She was disqualified after being found 100 grams overweight during the weigh-in ahead of her gold medal match. Vinesh made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal bout in her category on Tuesday. She was assured of at least a silver medal before the disqualification.

The Times of India Isro to use mini-launcher SSLV to launch earth observation satellite-08 on I-Day

Isro, on Aug 15, successfully launched the Earth Observation Satellite-8 using its newly-developed SSLV-D3 from Sriharikota. The EOS-08 mission aimed to design a microsatellite, develop new technologies for future satellites, and included polarized payloads like EOIR and GNSS-R. The integration of advanced satellite technology marked a significant achievement for Isro's operational capabilities.

The Times of India Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala to get engaged today

Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala are rumoured to be dating for a while now, post his divorce with Samantha Ruth Prabhu. According to a new report, the duo is set to get engaged today at Naga's house.

The Times of India 'Alvida, kushti': Vinesh Phogat announces retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification

A disappointed and heartbroken Indian wrestler, Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling on Thursday following her disqualification from the Paris Olympics. Vinesh shared an emotional message on social media. She was disqualified after being found 100 grams overweight during the weigh-in ahead of her gold medal match. Vinesh made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal bout in her category on Tuesday. She was assured of at least a silver medal before the disqualification.

The Times of India 100g crush a billion hopes, turn dream of gold to dust

Vinesh Phogat faced disqualification from the competition due to exceeding the weight limit by 100 grams. Despite her efforts and struggles, including fighting against the federation chief, she couldn't manage her weight after competing in multiple bouts. This setback halted her journey towards the Olympics gold medal fight in Paris.

The Times of India SC expunges HC judge’s remarks against top court, warns against indiscipline

The Supreme Court expunged remarks made by Punjab and Haryana HC judge Rajbir Sehrawat in a July 17 order, citing harm to the judiciary's image. The bench refrained from further action but issued a caution for the future. The court emphasized the need to preserve the judicial process's sanctity. Justice Sehrawat, who was appointed as a judge of Punjab and Haryana HC on July 10, 2017, is scheduled to retire on Oct 30.

The Times of India Bill for oversight of Waqf Boards likely in Lok Sabha today

The government planned to introduce the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in Lok Sabha. The bill aimed to limit Waqf Boards' powers in declaring a property as ‘Waqf’, requiring a district magistrate’s survey. It proposed changes in the composition of Waqf Councils and Boards, inclusion of diverse representation, and introduced a chief executive officer role.

The Times of India Serial killer in UP's Bareilly? In 14 months, 9 women murdered in same manner

In Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, nine women aged 45 to 55 were found murdered over a span of 14 months, all strangled and left in fields, with no signs of sexual assault. The police have been investigating this as a possible serial killer case and have released sketches of three suspects based on leads from local farmers.

The Times of India Gen Z effect: Companies gamify employee rewards

India Inc reframed employee rewards to attract Gen Z, replacing certificates with digital rewards like badges and points for instant satisfaction. Companies such as Epsilon India and Roche Information Solutions introduced tools like 'Citizen of Youniverse' passport and Applause marketplace. Firms like Merck India and Allstate India allowed points and leaderboards to recognize peer achievements.

The Times of India Bangladesh turmoil hits India Inc’s manufacturing, sourcing

The political crisis in Bangladesh had led to disruptions for Indian companies operating there. Marico's manufacturing units were shut, but retail activity resumed. VIP Industries, reliant on Bangladesh for sourcing, might shift operations. Pidilite and Dabur were closely monitoring the situation. Sales pressure was anticipated until the crisis was resolved.

The Times of India Adani Enterprise plans to raise $1 billion from share sale

Adani Enterprises planned to launch a $1-billion share sale by mid-September, marking its return to the capital market after withdrawing a previous offering due to allegations by Hindenburg Research. The company aims to attract US investors focusing on infrastructure. The sale proceeds will fund green initiatives, and the promoters' stake will be diluted.

The Times of India States get nearly 75% of health, life insurance GST: FM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Opposition's call to remove GST on health and life insurance, highlighting that three-quarters of the collected revenue goes to states. She reminded that taxes on medical insurance existed pre-GST and urged protesters to engage with state finance ministers. Around Rs 12,264 crore of collected GST last year went to states.