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The Times of India Centre intervenes in Infosys graduate onboarding delays
The Ministry of Labour has instructed the Karnataka State Labour Commissioner’s Office to take action. NITES president Harpreet Singh Saluja announced that they would protest if Infosys breaches the new joining date of October 7, 2024.
The Times of India Boeing Starliner heads back home without any astronaut onboard
Boeing's Starliner capsule has left the International Space Station without its crew due to safety concerns involving thruster failures and helium leaks. The capsule is returning to Earth with old station equipment. The two NASA test pilots will stay at the station until February, when SpaceX will bring them back.
The Times of India Motivational speaker's superstitious speech sparks protests, headmasters transferred
A speech by Mahavishnu, a self-styled motivational speaker, promoting superstitions at two Chennai government schools triggered protests and political backlash. Both headmasters were transferred following the incident. Political leaders demanded action against Mahavishnu for spreading unscientific beliefs and insulting a differently-abled teacher. The Tamil Nadu chief minister stressed the importance of scientific thinking in education.
The Times of India 'Don't ban me!': When Virat pleaded match referee
Virat Kohli's aggressive nature was highlighted during India's 2012 tour of Australia when he raised his middle finger at taunting fans. The ICC fined him 50% of his match fee for unsportsmanlike behavior. Kohli later apologized to the match referee, admitting his mistake and avoiding a ban, recognizing it as a youthful indiscretion.
The Times of India Shark Tank judge Radhika Gupta slams Rs 2,200 crore trading scam
Assam police recently discovered a Rs 2,200 crore stock market scam led by Bishal Phukan. Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta suggests sticking to 'dal-chawal' investing for reliable returns.
The Times of India Pregnant woman credits Apple Watch for saving her and baby's lives
A pediatric cardiologist in California discovered a severe heart condition during pregnancy using her Apple Watch's ECG feature. The irregular heart rhythm detected by the watch led to immediate medical attention.
The Times of India Omar Abdullah on how Rubaiya Syed kidnapping set a 'benchmark' for IC814 hijack
Omar Abdullah, former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister, drew parallels between the 1999 IC814 hijacking and the 1989 kidnapping of Rubaiya Syed. He explained how releasing terrorists for Rubaiya set a precedent for future negotiations. Abdullah also clarified that the J&K government had no role in Afzal Guru's execution.
The Times of India 'Intent of slaughtering as many Jews as possible': Pakistani arrested for plotting terrorist attack in New York
A 20-year-old Pakistani national residing in Canada was arrested for plotting a terrorist attack on a Jewish center in New York City. Muhammad Shahzeb Khan planned the attack for October 7 and sought to kill as many Jewish people as possible in the name of ISIS. He faces charges of providing material support to ISIS.
The Times of India Man charged with homicide in killing of gymnastics champ
Chad Richards, 23, faces first-degree intentional homicide charges for fatally shooting Kara Welsh, a 21-year-old national gymnastics champion. The incident happened in Richards' apartment near the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus. According to Richards, he shot Welsh during an argument because he feared for his life.
The Times of India Damaged testicles, broken chest; court terms Darshan's girlfriend Pavithra ‘root cause’
The autopsy report on Renukaswamy revealed he suffered 39 injuries, allegedly inflicted by actor Darshan and his associates. Bail petitions for four suspects, including Darshan's girlfriend Pavithra Gowda, were rejected by the court. The judge cited the gravity of the crime and strong evidence against Pavithra as reasons for denying bail.
The Times of India Slapping student costs Ola driver Rs 30,000, 4 days of freedom
In Bengaluru, an Ola autorickshaw driver was arrested for slapping and threatening a college student following her ride cancellation. The incident was captured on video and went viral, causing public outrage. Facing legal charges under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections, the driver now confronts significant bail expenses while authorities consider suspending his driving license.
The Times of India 'Maut ka kuan' gets global spotlight but its riders are barely hanging on
Rubel Sheikh of Malda, West Bengal has spent over a decade performing 'maut ka kuan' stunts. Despite gaining some global attention through viral videos, he earns just Rs 18,000-20,000 monthly. The rising fuel costs and low ticket prices further complicate their financial situation while they continue to risk their lives daily.
The Times of India Notion that one can impose will on woman affront to equality: HC
The Punjab and Haryana High Court dismissed a habeas corpus petition seeking to force a 30-year-old woman to stay with her father. The court emphasized that an adult woman has the right to live independently and make her own choices without coercion, highlighting the importance of constitutional morality over social norms.
The Times of India HC CJ on his own can’t reject candidate for judgeship: SC
The Supreme Court ruled that high court collegiums must collectively decide on recommending names for appointment as HC judges. This ruling followed a petition by two district judges challenging the Himachal Pradesh HC chief justice's individual decision to decline reconsideration of their names, pointing out a procedural lapse in the process.
The Times of India 'No social justice in AAP': Delhi MLA and party's Dalit face joins Congress
Rajendra Pal Gautam, former Delhi social welfare minister and Seemapuri MLA, resigned from Aam Aadmi Party and joined Congress. He cited AAP's inability to address issues like caste census and social justice as reasons for his departure. This move comes less than six months before the Delhi assembly elections.