The Times of India J&K assembly polls: Ease of voting for migrants, 24 spl polling stns set up

The Election Commission of India established 24 special polling stations for Kashmiri migrants in Jammu, Udhampur, and New Delhi for the J&K assembly elections 2024. Migrants in Jammu and Udhampur no longer need to fill Form-M, while those elsewhere can self-attest the certificate. Voting will occur across 90 constituencies in three phases.

The Times of India J&K assembly polls: Ease of voting for migrants, 24 spl polling stns set up

The Election Commission of India established 24 special polling stations for Kashmiri migrants in Jammu, Udhampur, and New Delhi for the J&K assembly elections 2024. Migrants in Jammu and Udhampur no longer need to fill Form-M, while those elsewhere can self-attest the certificate. Voting will occur across 90 constituencies in three phases.

The Times of India GQG buys 1.8% more in Ambuja in Rs 2,750 crore deal

GQG Partners, a prominent shareholder in the Adani Group, increased its stake in Ambuja Cements to 3.1% with a Rs 2,750 crore investment. This investment raises GQG's exposure across six Adani companies to about Rs 62,000 crore. The firm had first invested in the Adani Group following allegations of corporate malfeasance by Hindenburg Research in early 2023.

The Times of India The Rise & Fall Of Reliance Capital

In 2008, Reliance Capital's market value surpassed Rs 70,000 crore, but by 2019, chairman Anil Ambani had to declare bankruptcy. Various factors, including governance issues and poor investment decisions, led to the company's decline. Defaults at Reliance Home Finance and Reliance Commercial Finance further exacerbated the situation, ultimately leading the Reserve Bank of India to initiate bankruptcy proceedings in 2021.

The Times of India NC-Congress alliance: Omar says most seats agreed, some still need consensus

National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah announced a pre-poll alliance with Congress for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly polls. NC vice-president Omar Abdullah mentioned that an agreement on the majority of seats was reached, though some were still pending. He confirmed discussions would continue and that candidates' list would be announced soon, with NC already filing nomination papers from Kulgam.

The Times of India Cases over Rs 1,000 crore make up 90% insolvency claim value

An analysis revealed that 15% of insolvency cases, which exceed Rs 1,000 crore, represent 90% of the recoverable value. With delays increasing in resolution times, companies propose dedicated tribunals for high-value cases. The finance minister plans reforms and additional tribunals to expedite insolvency resolutions and prevent asset value loss.

The Times of India NHAI deletes provision of toll-free journey for long queue; starts live monitoring of 100 plazas

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) withdrew a 2021 policy that required toll plaza operators to let vehicles pass without paying if queues exceeded 100 meters. This rule, criticized for its impracticality, is now removed. NHAI implemented live feed systems to monitor traffic at busy toll plazas to manage long queues.

The Times of India Robert F Kennedy Jr withdraws from Presidential race, endorses Trump

Robert F Kennedy Jr declared his support for Republican nominee Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election through a court filing in Pennsylvania. He also requested to withdraw his name from the presidential ballot in Pennsylvania and Arizona. Kennedy stated he is suspending his campaign as he sees no realistic path to electoral victory.

The Times of India IndiGo makes emergency landing: Passenger suffers seizure disorder

The Times of India Facebook-parent cancels its Apple rival product

Meta has cancelled its plan to launch a high-end mixed reality headset, originally scheduled for release in 2027. The decision followed a product review meeting attended by CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other executives. This comes in the wake of significant financial losses in Meta's Reality Labs division, which posted a $4.5 billion loss in Q2 2024.

The Times of India Delegation of central govt employees to raise assured pension with PM

The Joint Consultative Machinery (JCM) staff representatives are set to demand an assured pension of 50% of the last salary under the National Pension System from PM Narendra Modi. They also seek periodic inflation adjustment and a minimum payout for those who leave service early. These discussions will affect employees who joined after 2004.

The Times of India India, US ink pacts to boost defence-industrial cooperation, and many more

India and the US signed two key defence agreements to boost defence-industrial cooperation and supply chain resilience. The Security of Supplies Arrangement (SOSA) and a MoU for placing Indian officers at US commands are designed to enhance military liaison and interoperability. The bilateral roadmap aims to fast-track technology collaboration and co-production of advanced weapon systems.

The Times of India Cognizant sues Infosys in US court: Here's what complaint says

Cognizant TriZetto filed a lawsuit against Infosys in a Texas federal court, alleging that Infosys stole trade secrets related to its healthcare software. Cognizant seeks monetary damages and an injunction against Infosys.

The Times of India PM Modi comforts Zelenskyy but asks him to have peace talks with Russia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv to express solidarity and discuss the ongoing crisis. Modi emphasized respect for sovereignty and urged innovative solutions. While Modi didn't endorse any specific peace plan, he reiterated India's commitment to humanitarian aid and peace. The visit also addressed India's energy imports from Russia amidst global oil market concerns.

The Times of India Amitabh Bachchan recalls what made women take polio drops through his campaign

Nisha Raj from Patna appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16 with aspirations to buy a house for her father. Despite health issues halting her nursing studies, she drew inspiration from Amitabh Bachchan's polio campaign. The family's financial struggles and constant house relocations accentuate Nisha's dream to bring stability and color to their lives.