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The Times of India J&K assembly elections: Aam Aadmi Party announces first list of 7 candidates

The Aam Aadmi Party released its initial list of 7 candidates for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections. Candidates include Fayaz Ahmed Sofi, Muddasir Hassan, Sheikh Fida Hussain, Mohsin Shafkat Mir, Mehraj Din Malik, and Yasir Shafi Matto. Elections will occur in three phases on September 18, 25, and October 1, with results on October 4.

The Times of India 'Lack of awareness...': Afridi on Pak's defeat to Bangladesh

Shahid Afridi questioned Pakistan's strategy after their shocking 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, criticizing the pitch preparation and selection of four fast bowlers without a specialist spinner. Bangladesh secured their first-ever Test victory against Pakistan, ending a 14-match winless streak, and climbed to sixth in the ICC World Test Championship standings.

The Times of India 'So far only ... ': TMC questions 'delay' in CBI probe of Kolkata rape-murder case

Trinamool Congress leader Kunal Ghosh raised concerns about the delay in the CBI investigation into the RG Kar Medical College case, urging protesting doctors to return to work. The probe, focusing on alleged financial irregularities and the murder of a trainee doctor, saw search operations and lie detection tests conducted on several individuals, including prime suspect Sanjay Roy.

The Times of India Who earns more Samantha Irvin or Ricochet? Exploring Net Worth of powerful couple

Ricochet and Samantha Irvin, a prominent wrestling couple, have maintained a strong relationship despite Ricochet's WWE departure. Samantha's net worth is estimated between $1.2-$1.5 million, earning around $350,000 as an announcer. Ricochet's net worth is approximately $3 million, even as he transitions, possibly to AEW. They continue to support each other's careers.

The Times of India Kamala tops $ 500m in campaign lolly after acceptance speech

Kamala Harris's presidential campaign raised $540 million in a month, with $82 million coming during the Democratic convention. Teachers and nurses were common donors, with a significant portion being first-time contributors, especially women. The campaign remarked the importance of resources and enthusiasm in battleground states to secure victory.

The Times of India 'Bound to happen but ... ': BJP hits out at Rahul Gandhi over his caste remarks

Union minister Giriraj Singh stated that a national caste census is inevitable and will be executed by Prime Minister Modi at an appropriate time, questioning Rahul Gandhi's ongoing demands. Singh criticized Gandhi's disconnection from grassroots reality, while other BJP leaders accused Gandhi of insincerity and criticized his comments on the Miss India list's lack of diversity.

The Times of India Told PM Modi Ukraine would support India hosting 2nd summit on peace: Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy showed support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to organize a second peace summit. However, Zelenskyy mentioned the summit couldn't be hosted by a non-signatory of the previous event. Discussions are ongoing with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, and Switzerland for hosting. Modi recently visited Ukraine and affirmed India's commitment to peace.

The Times of India 'My party in favour of caste census': Chirag Paswan backs nationwide caste census

Union minister Chirag Paswan supported the call for a nationwide caste census, stating it would enable better schemes for marginalized castes. Paswan argued that detailed caste data would allow for proportional resource allocation. His comments follow increasing opposition demands for such a census, while Union minister Giriraj Singh also indicated that it would be conducted at an appropriate time.

The Times of India 'Aap log toh bade Bradman ho...': Basit Ali slams Babar Azam

Former cricketer Basit Ali criticized Pakistan's Babar Azam after his poor show in the Test series opener against Bangladesh, where Babar scored just 22 runs in two innings. Basit questioned Babar's form, mocking him as a "big Bradman." Pakistan's batting collapse led to Bangladesh's historic 10-wicket win, raising concerns for Pakistan's Test form.

The Times of India Jan Suraaj to contest on all seats in Bihar, 40 tickets to women: Prashant Kishore

Prashant Kishore announced Jan Suraaj will contest all 243 seats in the 2025 Bihar assembly elections with at least 40 female candidates. He emphasized the importance of economic independence for women and promised government-backed loans. Jan Suraaj is set to launch on October 2, 2023, born out of Jan Suraaj Abhiyan.

The Times of India Bangladesh become the first team to achieve this feat vs Pakistan

Bangladesh not only created history with their maiden Test victory over Pakistan but also achieved a unique landmark in the annals of cricket history. The victory marked Bangladesh as the only team to accomplish a remarkable feat that no other side has managed to replicate on Pakistani soil.

The Times of India Lufthansa and Air France cancel flights amid heightened Israel-Lebanon tensions

Air France and Lufthansa suspended flights to Tel Aviv and Beirut due to escalating tensions after Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. Air France halted services for Sunday and Monday, with potential extensions. Lufthansa extended its Beirut suspension until end of September and paused flights to Tel Aviv and Tehran until September 2. The cancellations followed intensified violence between Israel and Hezbollah.

The Times of India 'Pakistan cricket is a gift that keeps giving'

Chasing 30 for victory on final day, openers Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam needed just 6.3 overs to secure Bangladesh's historic win. Pakistan's batters were largely ineffective against the Bangladeshi spinners, with Mohammad Rizwan top-scoring with 51 in the second innings. Mehidy Hasan Miraz took 4-21 and Shakib Al Hasan secured 3-44. Bangladesh lead the two-match series 1-0, with the final Test starting in Rawalpindi from August 30.

The Times of India Rahul Gandhi needs mental health checkup: BJP's Manoj Tiwari

Manoj Tiwari accused Rahul Gandhi of needing mental health treatment, claiming Gandhi is focused on knowing others' castes without revealing his own. Tiwari's comments followed Gandhi's criticism of the Miss India list for lack of representation of Dalit, Adivasi, and OBC women. Kiren Rijiju also criticized Gandhi for wanting reservations in various sectors.

The Times of India Hollywood actors who made guest appearances in WWE

Hollywood and WWE have shared a close relationship with numerous actors stepping into the wrestling ring. Notable appearances include Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1999, Hugh Jackman in 2011 and 2014, Jon Stewart in 2015, Mickey Rourke in 2009, and Mike Tyson in 1998. These guest spots added entertainment value and drew diverse audiences.