The Times of India Protests erupt in BJP office in J&K as party flip-flops over candidate list

Protests erupted outside the Jammu and Kashmir BJP office after the party announced a list of 15 candidates for the first phase of assembly polls. Party workers expressed dissatisfaction with the selection process, accusing the party of overlooking longtime supporters. The first phase of elections will take place on September 18, with nominations due by August 27.

The Times of India IBM is shutting down research labs in this country, to layoff 1000 employees

IBM ceased its R&D operations in China, leading to over 1,000 layoffs in cities like Beijing and Shanghai. The decision was part of a strategic adjustment to better serve clients across the Greater China region. IBM will now focus on assisting private enterprises and select multinationals with hybrid cloud and AI solutions.

The Times of India BJP releases second list of 1 candidate for J&K assembly elections

The Times of India 'From 145 to 130...': Ex-Pakistan captain rues fast-bowling stocks' downfall

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif lamented the decline in Pakistan's fast-bowling speed from 145 kmph to 130 kmph, following their first-ever home Test defeat to Bangladesh. He attributed the loss to inadequate support from trainers and physios. Latif also critiqued Pakistan's decision to declare their innings early, allowing Bangladesh to capitalize on the conditions.

The Times of India Pizza Hut is allowing customers to pay for pizza with TikTok videos

Pizza Hut launched a unique offer in the UAE where customers could trade TikTok dance videos for their favorite pizza. The promotion required users to order the 'My Box' deal, film a TikTok video with it, tag @PizzaHutUAE and use #YourTermsYourConditions. Upon verification, customers received a promo code for a free 'My Box'.

The Times of India Musk calls Telegram CEO's arrest 'dangerous': Shares these memes, messages and more

Elon Musk expressed support for Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, who was detained in Paris. Musk described the arrest as an attack on free speech and drew parallels with the UK riots and its government's actions.

The Times of India 'First commercial spacewalk': All you need to know about SpaceX's Polaris mission

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk revealed details about the ambitious Polaris Dawn mission, led by Jared Isaacman. The mission aimed to achieve historic milestones, such as a record Earth orbit and the first private spacewalk. Scheduled for launch from Florida after August 26, it also included testing Starlink's communication system and collaborating with leading institutions for research purposes.

The Times of India Shikhar Dhawan joins Legends League Cricket

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan, 38, joined the Legends League Cricket after retiring from international cricket. He announced his retirement over the weekend and is now eligible to play in T20 competitions outside the IPL. Dhawan expressed excitement to reunite with his cricketing peers and engage with fans. He scored 12,286 runs for India in his career.

The Times of India Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2024: 4 unique ways to send wishes via WhatsApp

Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2024 celebrated the birth of Lord Krishna with fasting, prayers, and 'Dahi Handi' events. WhatsApp became a key platform for sharing wishes, offering features such as photos, stickers, GIFs, and AI-generated images, enhancing the festive spirit in the digital age.

The Times of India Is Braun Strowman Married? Exploring the Personal Life of The Monster

WWE superstar Braun Strowman announced that he ended his relationship with Raquel Rodriguez in August 2023. Despite rumors of an engagement, Strowman remains single and recently returned to WWE RAW with a victory over Drew McIntyre. A picture with influencer Nina Daniele last year sparked further speculation about his private life. His reps declined to comment on his relationship status.

The Times of India 'Morale is in toilet': Boeing staff 'humiliated' after SpaceX to rescue astronauts

NASA's decision to use SpaceX's Crew Dragon to rescue two astronauts from the ISS has caused turmoil at Boeing, which has faced setbacks with its Starliner capsule. Boeing employees feel embarrassed and blame NASA for the situation, while NASA cited safety concerns as the reason for opting for SpaceX's spacecraft for the February 2025 mission.

The Times of India 'Even after losing teeth ... ': DMK minister counters Rajinikanth's 'old student' remark

Veteran actor Rajinikanth's comment referring to senior DMK leaders as "old students" caused discontent within the party. During a book launch event, Rajinikanth lauded Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin for managing senior leaders. In response, Minister Durai Murugan criticized Rajinikanth, remarking on "old actors" continuing to take roles. Udhayanidhi Stalin emphasized the readiness of youth to join the party.

The Times of India 'Not sure if it's a scam!': Ashwin slams airline over seat allocation issues

Ravichandran Ashwin criticized IndiGo for ignoring paid seat reservations, labeling it a scam. His frustration echoed similar sentiments from Harsha Bhogle, who recounted an incident with an elderly couple being reassigned seats without explanation. Both highlighted the need for accountability and better treatment of passengers by the airline.

The Times of India Kannada actor Darshan, rowdy-sheeter to be shifted to different jails after his photo

Bengaluru's Central Prison officials were suspended following a viral photo of actor Darshan with a notorious criminal. CM Siddaramaiah ordered their suspension and transfer of inmates to different jails. The CM also directed a detailed report on the issue, while Home Minister Parameshwara confirmed the suspension of seven jail officials and potential action against senior officers involved.

The Times of India Modi govt working on policy to increase lifespan of national highways

A new policy is in works to extend the lifespan of national highways. 'White-topping', involving a concrete overlay on bituminous pavement, could prolong the life of roads by up to 25 years while reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions.