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The Times of India How bike app ride triggered 5-year stalking horror for this woman

Shrini, a 26-year-old, faced persistent harassment from a motorcycle app rider named Ravi. Despite blocking him and reporting him to the ride service, he continued stalking her through various phone numbers and social media accounts. Threatened with having personal photos exposed, she involved the police who are now investigating the case.

The Times of India SC bristles, mulls action as Punjab & Haryana HC judge slams apex court

The Supreme Court established a bench to address misconduct displayed by Punjab and Haryana High Court Judge Rajbir Sherawat. Justice Sherawat questioned the SC's authority, critiqued its influence over High Courts, and expressed doubts about the stay on his contempt proceedings. This intervention follows Sherawat's controversial July 17 order challenging SC's directives.

The Times of India Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari calls on Amit Shah over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

Suvendu Adhikari met home minister Amit Shah to discuss attacks on Hindus and temples in Bangladesh, emphasizing the necessity of CAA. Adhikari mentioned historical and ongoing persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh, referencing his family's migration during the 1971 war. Shah assured that the Centre is taking appropriate action and highlighted opposition parties' acknowledgment of CAA's need.

The Times of India Mundakkai’s postman returns, but without any letter to deliver

Velayudhan PT, a long-serving postman, visited the now-lost village of Mundakkai in Wayanad after a devastating tragedy only to find no trace of the dwellings and post office where he had worked for over three decades. His family narrowly escaped the disaster that obliterated his home and the village he had grown to call his own.

The Times of India Mundakkai’s postman returns, but without any letter to deliver

Velayudhan PT, a long-serving postman, visited the now-lost village of Mundakkai in Wayanad after a devastating tragedy only to find no trace of the dwellings and post office where he had worked for over three decades. His family narrowly escaped the disaster that obliterated his home and the village he had grown to call his own.

The Times of India JJB seeks cops’ response on Porsche release

Pune police were directed by the Juvenile Justice Board to respond to a plea for the release of a Porsche Taycan involved in a crash that injured two techies, driven by a minor. The minor's release from observation home has been ordered, while his parents face charges. The police oppose releasing the car as the investigation continues.

The Times of India JJB seeks cops’ response on Porsche release

Pune police were directed by the Juvenile Justice Board to respond to a plea for the release of a Porsche Taycan involved in a crash that injured two techies, driven by a minor. The minor's release from observation home has been ordered, while his parents face charges. The police oppose releasing the car as the investigation continues.

The Times of India Alumnus, a 1970 batch MTech, gifts IIT-M Rs 228 crore

Krishna Chivukula, an IIT-Madras alumnus and founder of Indo MIM Technology, donated Rs 228 crore to the institute. The funds will support fellowships for top BTech students, sportspersons, foreign students, and faculty conducting high-risk research. An academic block was named after him. This donation is one of the largest ever made to IIT-Madras.

The Times of India Life imprisonment for woman after daughter tells cops, court about father’s brutal murder

A Pithoragarh court sentenced Sunita Devi to life imprisonment for the murder of her husband, Jitendra Ram, two years ago. The case was confirmed by the couple’s daughter, who testified against her mother. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000, with an additional five-year term if unpaid.

The Times of India Life imprisonment for woman after daughter tells cops, court about father’s brutal murder

A Pithoragarh court sentenced Sunita Devi to life imprisonment for the murder of her husband, Jitendra Ram, two years ago. The case was confirmed by the couple’s daughter, who testified against her mother. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000, with an additional five-year term if unpaid.

The Times of India SC entrusts Gokarna temple admin to judges

The Supreme Court of India assigned the management of the Gokarna Mahabaleshwara temple in Karnataka to former judge B N Srikrishna and the Karwar district judge. The decision came after inter-group rivalry led to a stalemate. The court granted Srikrishna veto power, while the Karnataka government can replace the committee's private members chosen by the previous government.

The Times of India India hosts its 1st-ever multination air drill

India hosted the inaugural multi-nation Tarang Shakti air combat exercise at Sulur in Tamil Nadu. Featuring Rafale, Eurofighter Typhoon jets, and military aircraft from France, Germany, UK, and Spain, the exercise aims to enhance military interoperability and strategic partnerships. Phase-II will be held at Jodhpur after Phase-I ends on August 14.

The Times of India Agri insurance claims worth 1.6 lakh crore cleared so far, says Shivraj Chouhan

Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, farmers have received Rs 1.6 lakh crore in insurance claims against Rs 32,440 crore in premiums since 2016-17. He emphasized the scheme's farmer-friendly and affordable nature, noting the introduction of a 12% penalty for delayed claim disbursal from the Kharif 2024 season.

The Times of India India imported Rs 6,127 crore worth of urea from China in 2023-24

India imported approximately 18.6 lakh tonnes of urea valued at $730 million from China in 2023-24, along with 22.6 lakh tonnes of phosphatic and potassic fertilisers. MoS Anupriya Patel informed Rajya Sabha that India relies on imports to bridge the gap between production and demand. Efforts are underway to attain self-sufficiency through the revival of several fertiliser units.

The Times of India Congress allegation of no Preamble in textbooks politics of lies: Pradhan

The Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan dismissed claims that the Preamble to the Constitution was removed from NCERT textbooks. He criticized Congress for spreading misinformation and urged critics to verify facts. NCERT clarified that the Preamble's removal from certain textbooks was untrue and emphasized new curriculum changes respecting the Constitution under National Education Policy.