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The Times of India 4.7 magnitude earthquake hits Los Angeles in United States

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Malibu in Los Angeles on Thursday morning, felt as far as Orange County. Residents experienced minor disturbances but no injuries were reported. Authorities are assessing potential damage. This quake is part of a series of similar events in the region this year. "It wasn’t that bad. Thank God nothing fell," Vasquez news agency AP.

The Times of India Trump aide says 'White House will smell like curry' if Kamala wins

Laura Loomer, a far-right activist close to Trump, made racist remarks about Kamala Harris's Indian heritage, which were condemned even by Republican extremist Marjorie Taylor Greene. Loomer later claimed her comments were jokes. Meanwhile, Trump and his associates continue to spread xenophobic rumors about immigrants despite official statistics debunking these claims.

The Times of India Irony in action: UK crime minister's bag stolen during anti-theft speech

During a police conference addressing rising theft and shoplifting, UK’s police and crime minister Dame Diana Johnson had her bag stolen. Warwickshire Police arrested a 56-year-old man on suspicion of burglary. Johnson stressed the urgent need for better law enforcement and announced plans for additional police training to tackle these issues.

The Times of India 'Air taxis to soon become a reality in India': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the upcoming availability of affordable air taxis in India to improve urban travel. At the Asia Pacific Ministerial conference, he discussed India's aviation sector growth, technological innovations, and increased female participation. The Delhi Declaration was adopted to enhance regional air transportation safety and infrastructure.

The Times of India Nasa astronaut captures haunting image of trade centre after 9/11 from space

NASA astronaut Frank Culbertson captured images of the World Trade Center attacks from space on September 11, 2001. He documented the disaster and expressed his emotions in a letter. NASA collaborated with FEMA to monitor air quality and honored victims through initiatives such as flying American flags in space and creating a memorial on Mars.

The Times of India Chinese lab 'blamed' for Covid-19 unveils nasal vaccine for 'future pandemics'

The Wuhan Institute of Virology has developed a new nasal Covid-19 vaccine intended to offer extensive protection against existing and future coronavirus variants. Tested on mice, it demonstrated effectiveness against multiple Sars-CoV-2 strains. Published in ACS Nano, the research highlights the necessity for vaccines providing broad-spectrum protection amid continuous and potential future coronavirus threats.

The Times of India Friendly nations helped Pak meet IMF bailout conditions, says PM Sharif

Pakistan is set to receive a $7 billion IMF bailout package after fulfilling required conditions with help from friendly nations. The loan aims to alleviate economic distress through stringent reforms and increased revenue. With external debt exceeding $130 billion, financial experts express concerns about the inflationary impact of Pakistan’s debt-driven fiscal deficit management.

The Times of India Schools closed across various states till 16th September: Here’s why

Students in Rajasthan have a long weekend starting September 13, 2024, due to Ramdev Jayanti, Khejarli Martyrdom, and Teja Dashami, with a potential holiday on September 16 for Milad-un-Nabi. Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras, and Manipur are also experiencing school closures due to weather and law and order issues. Check details here.

The Times of India Putin invites 'great friend' PM Modi for talks on sidelines of BRICS summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the upcoming BRICS Summit in Russia. During a discussion with National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, Putin extended warm regards to Modi. Doval also briefed Putin on Modi's recent visit to Ukraine and participated in the BRICS NSAs meeting in St Petersburg.

The Times of India US Presidential Election Top 10: Is Donald Trump done as an orator?

Before the Harris debate, Trump claimed: “Donald Trump is probably the greatest political debater we’ve ever had in American history.” Reality begged to differ.

The Times of India Man on gay dating app abducted, extorted by three in Thaltej

A 21-year-old man from Ahmedabad's Bopal area has lodged a complaint alleging abduction and extortion of Rs 16,000 by three individuals he contacted through a gay dating app on September 8 in Thaltej. The same suspects had earlier extorted Rs 40,000 from another person. Police have charged the accused and initiated an investigation.

The Times of India Harvey Weinstein charged with additional crimes during hearing on rape charges

Former movie producer Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on new charges, according to a New York prosecutor. Prosecutors intend to retry him and file additional charges related to "violent sexual assaults" involving more women who will testify. A tentative trial date is scheduled for November 12. Previously convicted of rape in February 2020, his conviction was overturned in April.

The Times of India Rachel Bush demands accountability from Kamala: 'End wars & lower taxes”

Rachel Bush, wife of NFL player Jordan Poyer, has taken to social media to criticize Vice President Kamala Harris for making unfulfilled promises while in office. Her candid remarks have struck a chord with many users online. With the upcoming 2024 NFL season and Presidential Election, Bush continues to share her strong opinions and support for her husband.

The Times of India Vijay’s party will pose challenge to Dravidian parties: H Raja

Vijay has launched a new political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, which is expected to challenge Dravidian parties in the state elections. BJP’s H Raja dismissed any threat from this development and criticized Rahul Gandhi’s recent remarks. He also discussed issues related to education policies and funding in Tamil Nadu.

The Times of India Who is billionaire Jared Isaacman? First to undertake private spacewalk

Jared Isaacman led four astronauts in conducting the first private spacewalk from a SpaceX capsule as part of the Polaris Dawn mission. The mission aims to study human body reactions to deep space environments and test new SpaceX spacesuits. Isaacman is known for founding Shift4 Payments and Draken International.