The Times of India Tragic call: Kanpur student hit by train while talking on phone

A 19-year-old student named Kshitij Tripathi died after being hit by a train while sitting on the railway track and talking on his mobile phone. He had left his uncle's house saying he was going to meet friends. His family became worried after failing to reach him, and his body was later identified by the GRP.

The Times of India Youth poses as delivery boy in Kolkata, attacks woman, and snatches chain

The Times of India Men arrested for attempting to drown six stray dogs in MP's Satna river

Police in Satna, Madhya Pradesh, responded to a video showing two men attempting to drown six stray dogs by throwing them into a river. The men, identified as Nandu and Pradeep Banshkar, were apprehended after local residents rescued the dogs. Authorities charged the duo under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, following the residents' intervention and social media outcry.

The Times of India 'Opening sunroof, consuming alcohol': Couple's antics lead to arrest

Tambaram police arrested a couple for causing a disturbance on GST Road by emerging from the sunroof of their car while drinking alcohol. The incident was captured on video and gained attention on social media, leading to their arrest. Sanjay, 23, a fifth-year law student from Perungudi, and his girlfriend, Veena, were involved. The police traced the car’s registration and discovered Sanjay also drove under the influence of alcohol. A case was registered against him for dangerous behavior on a public road, and the car was seized.

The Times of India Upset over mom’s death, siblings commit suicide in Karnataka

A 26-year-old woman and her 22-year-old brother died by suicide by jumping in front of a train in Chikkaballapur, reportedly due to depression over their mother’s recent death. Navya, who worked for a private firm, and Prabhu, a daily-wage laborer, were deeply affected by the loss of their mother four months ago.

The Times of India 'Can’t even ...': UPSC aspirant blames negligence for electrocution

Vani Awasthi, a 20-year-old from Bareilly, was electrocuted at a Delhi library due to negligence, resulting in partial paralysis and psychological trauma. Despite no action from the authorities, she remains focused on her civil services exam preparation. Her family received no financial support, but her coaching institute promised assistance.

The Times of India Son stabs 72-year-old to death over property dispute in Delhi

A 72-year-old retired MTNL mechanic, Gautam Thakur, was murdered at his home in New Ashok Nagar, Delhi, on Saturday. Police arrested his younger son, Mahesh, who initially misled them with a false story. Mahesh confessed to killing his father over property disputes after an intense interrogation. The murder weapon, a kitchen knife, was recovered.

The Times of India Manipur: Hmar body rejects peace pact with Meiteis

Tensions reignited in Jiribam on Saturday as miscreants set a house on fire and engaged in gunfire and mortar bombing in Mongbung Seijang village.

The Times of India Manipur: Hmar body rejects peace pact with Meiteis

Tensions reignited in Jiribam on Saturday as miscreants set a house on fire and engaged in gunfire and mortar bombing in Mongbung Seijang village.

The Times of India Happy friendship day 2024: Images, wishes, messages, quotes

Friendship Day, celebrated on August 4, 2024, originally proposed by Joyce Hall in 1930 and later recognized on July 30 by the UN, honors the bond between friends. Traditions include exchanging friendship bands, cards, and gifts. This day emphasizes appreciating friendships and their positive impact on mental well-being through various celebrations worldwide.

The Times of India Dalit cop’s death puts Karnataka MLA at centre of row

The MLA and his son were Saturday booked on charges of intentional insult with an intent to provoke breach of peace, abetment of suicide and joint criminal liability on a complaint by Parusharams's wife, Shwetha.

The Times of India Wayanad disaster: Muslim organization comes to Hindu family’s aid

In a display of unity, a Muslim organization helped Ravi Rosan Kumar, a Bihar-native, fulfill his late mother's wish to have her ashes taken to her homeland for immersion. Kumar lost his mother and family members in a landslide in Kerala. Despite financial losses, the organization arranged air tickets for Kumar to carry out the ritual.

The Times of India Kamala Harris' husband Doug Emhoff admits cheating on first wife

Doug Emhoff, husband of US Vice President Kamala Harris, admitted to an affair during his first marriage after a report alleged he had an affair with a nanny who became pregnant. He disclosed the affair during Biden’s vetting process and informed Harris before their marriage. The nanny did not deny the claims.

The Times of India Kerala double tragedy: Landslides in 2019 and 2024 shatter Joseph’s life

Two landslides have devastated P Joseph's family. The 2019 Puthumala disaster injured Joseph and claimed his sister-in-law's life. After relocating, another landslide hit Mundakkai, killing his father-in-law and brother-in-law. Joseph, who helped in search operations, lamented inadequate compensation and unfulfilled promises from authorities.

The Times of India Pondicherry University cancels 1st year MBBS exam after paper leak

Students reached examination halls in their respective institutions on Friday morning when the announcement on postponement was made after a section of faculty members at a private medical college alerted the authorities that the question paper had been leaked.