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The Times of India Japan names new envoy before PM Modi's likely visit

Japan has named Keiichi Ono as its new ambassador to India, taking over from Hiroshi Suzuki. Ono, who is well-versed in Japan-US relations, previously served as senior deputy minister for foreign affairs. The recent 2+2 dialogue between India and Japan aimed at updating their 2008 security cooperation agreement, with PM Modi set to visit Japan later this year.

The Times of India Must release accused if arrest is not by book: SC

The Supreme Court has ordered the release of Bhushan Steel promoter Neeraj Singal in a money laundering case involving Rs 46,000 crore. The court found that the Enforcement Directorate failed to follow statutory procedures by not providing written grounds for his arrest. Despite serious charges, compliance with legal protocols was emphasized.

The Times of India Priest killed in rebel rocket attack on 1st Manipur CM's home

Manipur witnessed its first rocket attacks by suspected tribal militants, killing a 70-year-old priest and injuring five others. The incidents triggered unrest and protests across several districts, with demonstrators urging the BJP-led state government to take immediate action. Earlier drone strikes had already escalated tensions in the region.

The Times of India Priest killed in rebel rocket attack on 1st Manipur CM's home

Manipur witnessed its first rocket attacks by suspected tribal militants, killing a 70-year-old priest and injuring five others. The incidents triggered unrest and protests across several districts, with demonstrators urging the BJP-led state government to take immediate action. Earlier drone strikes had already escalated tensions in the region.

The Times of India Buch received rental income from entity under Sebi probe, says Congress

The Public Accounts Committee may summon Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch following Congress's allegations of conflict of interest. They claim she earned over Rs 2 crore in rental income from a company facing multiple violations. Wockhardt, connected to the firm, denies these charges and maintains legal compliance.

The Times of India Bahraich villagers hold havan at Shiva temple to ward off wolves

Villagers in Kishanganj, Bahraich district, are resorting to special rituals at a Shiva temple due to relentless wolf attacks. Despite extensive efforts by forest and police teams, the threat persists. The community is now turning to prayer for protection from Lord Shiva as frustration mounts over the administration's inability to control the situation.

The Times of India Bahraich villagers hold havan at Shiva temple to ward off wolves

Villagers in Kishanganj, Bahraich district, are resorting to special rituals at a Shiva temple due to relentless wolf attacks. Despite extensive efforts by forest and police teams, the threat persists. The community is now turning to prayer for protection from Lord Shiva as frustration mounts over the administration's inability to control the situation.

The Times of India Government nod to 6-month therapy for drug-resistant TB

The health ministry has introduced the BPaLM regimen to treat Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis under the National TB Elimination Program. This new approach, featuring Pretomanid, Bedaquiline, and Linezolid, aims to cure MDR-TB in six months with fewer side effects. A nationwide rollout plan includes rigorous training for healthcare professionals.

The Times of India With vertiport rules, DGCA paves way for air taxis by 2026

Indian aviation authorities are gearing up for the introduction of air taxis by 2026. The DGCA has released guidelines for vertiports to facilitate VTOL aircraft operations. IndiGo's parent company aims to launch Archer Aviation's e-VTOL 'Midnight' in India, starting with Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru as initial service areas.

The Times of India 'No locus standi': SC junks RG Kar ex-head's plea on CBI probe

The Supreme Court denied Sandip Ghosh's request to intervene in Calcutta High Court proceedings concerning an alleged biomedical waste disposal scam at RG Kar Medical College. The HC had ordered a CBI investigation into the scam and its possible link to the rape-murder of a doctor. The SC ruled that Ghosh has no locus standi in this PIL.

The Times of India 'Forced to drink alcohol, raped on footpath': Hunt for man who shot video in Ujjain

Ujjain police are actively searching for the individual who filmed and circulated a video showing a ragpicker being raped at a busy intersection. The footage went viral, prompting outrage and leading to the arrest of the accused. Despite this, authorities have not secured the crime scene, focusing instead on finding who spread the video.

The Times of India Parents go to thana with girl’s rape plaint, beaten by woman cop

A couple in Chennai reported that their 10-year-old daughter was repeatedly raped by a neighbor. The police inspector allegedly mistreated the parents and delayed mandatory counseling for the child. Despite registering an FIR, the accused remains unarrested. Authorities have yet to assign a child counselor to assist the survivor.

The Times of India Parents go to thana with girl’s rape plaint, beaten by woman cop

A couple in Chennai reported that their 10-year-old daughter was repeatedly raped by a neighbor. The police inspector allegedly mistreated the parents and delayed mandatory counseling for the child. Despite registering an FIR, the accused remains unarrested. Authorities have yet to assign a child counselor to assist the survivor.

The Times of India MP quits BJD, joins BJP; second neta to do so in less than 2 months

Sujeet Kumar, a Rajya Sabha MP from BJD, resigned and joined BJP due to alleged corruption within his former party. This move follows Mamata Mohanta’s similar departure. Sujeet’s switch strengthens BJP’s position for the upcoming Rajya Sabha bypoll, given their significant representation in Odisha’s assembly.