The Times of India Security threat! When NZ called off Pakistan tour

New Zealand withdrew from their limited-overs series in Pakistan minutes before the first ODI due to a credible security threat. Despite extensive security measures by Pakistan, New Zealand prioritized player safety after consulting with officials and their government. This unexpected move affects Pakistan's efforts to host international cricket and future tour prospects.

The Times of India 'Symbol of hand will act as slap': Vinesh Phogat takes aim at BJP

Wrestler-turned-politician Vinesh Phogat has joined Congress and criticized the BJP government for issues like unemployment and lack of respect for Haryana's people. Urging voters to support Congress in the October 5 elections, she promised a symbolic 'slap' to the current administration. Phogat is running from Julana Assembly constituency against BJP's Captain Yogesh Bairagi.

The Times of India Study reveals Earth once had rings similar to Saturn's; find more

Andy Tomkins and his team at Monash University propose that Earth once had rings lasting ten million years, affecting its climate. Their analysis of asteroid craters from 466 million years ago suggests a debris ring formed from an asteroid's fragmentation, which may have contributed to a global cooling event during that period.

The Times of India Govt approves Chandrayaan-4 expansion with Rs 2,104cr allocation

The Union Cabinet has approved expansions in India's space exploration programs such as Chandrayaan-4, Gaganyaan follow-up missions, and the Venus Orbiter Mission. Chandrayaan-4 will include two spacecraft stacks for lunar sample collection and return. This mission aims to advance India's space capabilities using upgraded LVM-3 rockets.

The Times of India Indus Water Treaty: India serves formal notice to Pak, seeks modification

India has formally notified Pakistan, seeking amendments to the Indus Water Treaty due to significant changes in circumstances and lack of cooperation from Pakistan. The treaty, established in 1960, allocates waters from eastern rivers to India and western rivers to Pakistan. Disputes continue over India's efforts to utilize its allotted water resources.

The Times of India Govt to spend Rs 31,000 crore to fence 1,643 km India-Myanmar border

The Indian government has sanctioned a Rs 31,000 crore project to fence the entire 1,643 km India-Myanmar border to address smuggling issues. This measure impacts Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh. Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that 30 km of fencing is done. The Free Movement Regime has been terminated.

The Times of India 'One Nation, One Election' cleared by Union Cabinet

The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Modi, has approved the 'One Nation One Poll' panel report led by former president Ram Nath Kovind. This initiative seeks to hold simultaneous elections nationwide. Home Minister Amit Shah announced that it will be implemented within the next five years during Modi's third term in office.

The Times of India 'MSP legal guarantee & caste survey': Congress releases Haryana manifesto

The Times of India Top Cricket-Bollywood couples: Virat-Anushka to Zaheer-Sagarika

The article discusses high-profile marriages between Indian cricketers and Bollywood actresses. It features couples like Virat Kohli with Anushka Sharma, Yuvraj Singh with Hazel Keech, Harbhajan Singh with Geeta Basra, Zaheer Khan with Sagarika Ghatge, and Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi with Sharmila Tagore. These unions combine cricketing excellence with cinematic allure.

The Times of India 3g explosives in 5k pagers: How Israel carried out covert strike on Hezbollah

Explosives embedded in over 5000 pagers by Mossad triggered simultaneous explosions across Lebanon, causing over 11 deaths and injuring more than 3000 people. Hezbollah blamed Israel for the attack and vowed retaliation. Taiwanese company Gold Apollo denied involvement, stating they only authorized the brand and had no part in designing or manufacturing the pagers.

The Times of India 'Subah bheege badam khate ho?': Virat to Gambhir

India's Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma is humorously known for his forgetfulness, as highlighted by teammates like Virat Kohli. Before the first Test against Bangladesh, Kohli jokingly suggested that Rohit should eat soaked almonds to improve his memory. India recently triumphed in the T20 World Cup under Rohit's leadership.

The Times of India September 18 Supermoon: When and where to see it

Tonight's full moon is set to be a supermoon, appearing larger and brighter than usual. Best viewing times are around 6pm in Sydney and Melbourne, 7pm in London and New York, and 7:30pm on the US West Coast. A partial lunar eclipse will occur but won't be visible from Australia.

The Times of India 'God protect Delhi': Swati Maliwal ups ante against Atishi; makes new claims

AAP Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal has intensified her criticism of Delhi minister Atishi, who was selected by outgoing CM Arvind Kejriwal as his successor. Maliwal alleges that Atishi's parents had connections with Syed Abdul Rahman Geelani, an accused in the 2001 Parliament attack. AAP leader Dilip Pandey has urged Maliwal to resign from her position.

The Times of India Kolkata cops delayed seizing clothes of RG Kar accused: CBI

Police delayed seizing Sanjay Roy's clothes for two days despite his role in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor being established. The CBI is investigating potential criminal conspiracy involving Roy, former principal Sandip Ghosh, and police officer Abhijit Mondal. Both officials were found to be evasive during questioning.

The Times of India Who is Kaustav Nayak, removed by Mamata from position of director of med edu

Dr. Kaustav Nayak, a pediatrician and former principal of Burdwan Medical College, was removed from his role as the Director of Medical Education (DME) in West Bengal by CM Mamata Banerjee following protests by doctors. His removal was part of the state government's response to demands for leadership changes amid ongoing healthcare protests. Nayak has since been appointed as the Director of the Institute of Health and Family Welfare, while a new DME is yet to be appointed.