The Times of India chaos on 2nd day of auto-cab strike, NCR residents worst hit

People in Delhi, Gurgaon, and Noida faced significant travel challenges due to a two-day strike by 14 drivers' unions. The unions demanded a ban on app-based cab services and higher fares amid rising CNG prices. Some drivers charged much higher rates, and commuters struggled to find transportation alternatives. The strike ended but may resume if demands are unmet.

The Times of India Teen dies on waterlogged city street; two electrocuted

On Friday, a 15-year-old boy named Sourabh drowned after heavy rains caused waterlogging in central Delhi's Chanakyapuri. Conflicting reports suggest he either drowned or was hit by a car. Despite attempts to save him after friends raised an alarm, he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Authorities are investigating the incident.

The Times of India Teen dies on waterlogged city street; two electrocuted

On Friday, a 15-year-old boy named Sourabh drowned after heavy rains caused waterlogging in central Delhi's Chanakyapuri. Conflicting reports suggest he either drowned or was hit by a car. Despite attempts to save him after friends raised an alarm, he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Authorities are investigating the incident.

The Times of India Hockey team had the quality & calibre to play in final at Paris Oly: Sreejesh

Former Indian hockey goalkeeper P R Sreejesh, now the junior Indian team's coach, emphasized the importance of challenging players rather than pampering them. Reflecting on India's recent performance, Sreejesh expressed disappointment over not securing gold in Paris despite the team's calibre. He remained firm on his retirement decision, citing a fulfilling career with significant achievements, including two Olympic bronze medals.

The Times of India Sreejesh tells why Tokyo Olympics bronze was 'extra special'

Former Indian hockey goalkeeper P R Sreejesh, now the junior Indian team's coach, emphasized the importance of challenging players rather than pampering them. Reflecting on India's recent performance, Sreejesh expressed disappointment over not securing gold in Paris despite the team's calibre. He remained firm on his retirement decision, citing a fulfilling career with significant achievements, including two Olympic bronze medals.

The Times of India By 2030, India to launch zero orbital debris mission: Space minister

India announced significant advancements in its space program on National Space Day, with plans to launch technology for a zero orbital debris mission by 2030. ISRO's new facility in Bengaluru now tracks and predicts space debris movements.

The Times of India On first National Space Day, PM from Kyiv lauds Isro's achievement: Prez

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Kyiv, marked India's first National Space Day, celebrating the anniversary of Chandrayaan-3's moon landing on August 23. President Droupadi Murmu hailed India's space achievements and urged caution regarding space debris. Upcoming missions include sending an Indian to space by 2025 and landing on the Moon by 2040.

The Times of India Several dead, many injured after knife attack at a festival in Germany

The Times of India On-road pollution by city vehicles exceeds emission limits: Study

The Times of India On-road pollution by city vehicles exceeds emission limits: Study

The Times of India 70 Uttarakhand villages depend on a single trolley to cross river

Villagers in Sondhar, Tehri Garhwal have depended on a decade-old rope-trolley to cross the Song river. Recent heavy rains have made the trolley too dangerous to use, leading students to miss school. The alternative 15-20 km trek is equally perilous during monsoons, leaving villagers with no safe option to cross the river.

The Times of India 70 Uttarakhand villages depend on a single trolley to cross river

Villagers in Sondhar, Tehri Garhwal have depended on a decade-old rope-trolley to cross the Song river. Recent heavy rains have made the trolley too dangerous to use, leading students to miss school. The alternative 15-20 km trek is equally perilous during monsoons, leaving villagers with no safe option to cross the river.

The Times of India Anil Ambani, others fined Rs 624 crore by Sebi for fund diversion

Markets regulator Sebi banned Anil Ambani and 24 entities connected to him from the securities market for five years, levying a Rs 624 crore fine for fund diversion from Reliance Home Finance. Sebi's investigation revealed the fraudulent scheme involved GPC loans, with the majority of borrowed sums linked to ADAG Group entities.

The Times of India SC says fast-track release of undertrials under new law

The Supreme Court gave a retrospective application to a law mandating the release of undertrial first-time offenders who have served one-third of their maximum sentence. Jail superintendents were ordered to facilitate bail for eligible prisoners within two months, with no early release for those accused of heinous crimes. Data on released prisoners will be reviewed in October.

The Times of India Supreme Court lays down when an insult is an offence under SC/ST Act

The Supreme Court ruled that insulting an SC or ST individual without reference to their caste is not an offence under SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. This decision came while granting anticipatory bail to Shajan Skaria, who was accused of defaming CPM MLA P V Sreenijan. The Court noted the absence of caste-based intent in the insult.