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The Times of India Tag Wayanad landslides national disaster: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, urged the government to declare the recent landslides in Kerala's Wayanad a national disaster. Speaking during Zero Hour, he called for a comprehensive rehabilitation package, disaster-resistant infrastructure, and enhanced compensation. With over 200 dead and many missing, he praised state and central forces for their rescue efforts.

The Times of India UAPA tribunal upholds ban on SIMI, cites links to ISIS

The tribunal appointed by the Centre upheld the ban on the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The decision cited evidence linking SIMI to terror activities, including the Phulwarisharif case, ISIS-inspired plots, and connections with other terrorist groups. The tribunal noted that SIMI continues to operate through front organizations and receives international funding.

The Times of India India exported 2.6 lakh tonne onions in Apr-July

India exported 2.6 lakh tonnes of onions till July this fiscal year after the government lifted the export prohibition in May, setting a minimum export price of $550 per tonne and a 40% export duty. Minister B L Verma reported that higher prices boosted farmers' earnings, especially in Maharashtra.

The Times of India ‘New schoolbooks have Preamble’: Govt trashes Congress charge

In Rajya Sabha, Congress expressed concern about the removal of the Preamble from NCERT textbooks, alleging it was to impose a communal ideology. Union minister J P Nadda denied any such intention, assuring the government’s dedication to the Constitution.

The Times of India Envoy’s record conflicting, 8 of 35 Somali pirates adults

The Juvenile Justice Board determined that eight Somali pirates, who claimed to be minors, were actually adults aged between 19 and 21 after unreliable birth certificates and an ossification test. The Somali Embassy cited conflicting records supplied by a diplomat, who has been recalled. The suspects will be tried as adults alongside 27 others for hijacking a Bulgarian vessel.

The Times of India Envoy’s record conflicting, 8 of 35 Somali pirates adults

The Juvenile Justice Board determined that eight Somali pirates, who claimed to be minors, were actually adults aged between 19 and 21 after unreliable birth certificates and an ossification test. The Somali Embassy cited conflicting records supplied by a diplomat, who has been recalled. The suspects will be tried as adults alongside 27 others for hijacking a Bulgarian vessel.

The Times of India Gujarat judge, investigating officer draw SC ire, held in contempt

The Supreme Court convicted an additional chief judicial magistrate and a Gujarat Police investigating officer for contempt of court after they disregarded an SC order granting anticipatory bail. Despite claiming a misunderstanding of the order, the SC determined that their actions were intentional and directed them to appear for sentencing.

The Times of India Why temp jobs are here to stay

The Times of India 9 women killed in fields in 14 months, Bareilly cops hunt for 3 suspects

In Bareilly, nine women aged 45 to 55 were found murdered over the past 14 months in a similar manner. The victims were strangled around noon in fields, without signs of sexual assault. Police have released sketches of three suspects after investigating the case for six months, suspecting a serial killer due to the pattern observed.

The Times of India 9 women killed in fields in 14 months, Bareilly cops hunt for 3 suspects

In Bareilly, nine women aged 45 to 55 were found murdered over the past 14 months in a similar manner. The victims were strangled around noon in fields, without signs of sexual assault. Police have released sketches of three suspects after investigating the case for six months, suspecting a serial killer due to the pattern observed.