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The Times of India No plans to review free bus ride, other guarantees: Sidda
CM Siddaramaiah clarified there is no proposal to review any government guarantee schemes, including the Shakthi scheme offering free bus travel for women, despite D K Shivakumar's remarks. Siddaramaiah mentioned he would discuss the matter with Shivakumar, who noted some women prefer paying for their tickets.
The Times of India Fear of Waqf taking over houses sets off violence in Karnataka village
Tension erupted in Kadakol village, Haveri district, after villagers, fearing Waqf Board's takeover of their properties, attacked a specific community's buildings, injuring five. Police restored peace, detained 32 for investigation. Waqf minister B Z Zameer Ahmed Khan blamed BJP for misleading farmers. Verification of Waqf property claims is underway.
The Times of India 'Digital arrest': How cyber crooks use fear to loot victims
Scammers are targeting individuals by posing as law enforcement officials through video calls, falsely accusing them of serious crimes and demanding money to resolve the charges. Using fabricated warrants and pressure tactics, victims, including elderly individuals, have been coerced into transferring large sums, with incidents reported in Hyderabad involving losses of up to Rs 5.9 crore.
The Times of India All working in Tirumala must be Hindus: New temple trust head
B R Naidu, the new chairman of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Board, emphasizes that all employees at Tirumala, the sacred site in Andhra Pradesh, should be Hindus. He plans to discuss staff reassignment or voluntary retirement for those of other religions with the state government. Naidu commits to addressing irregularities and maintaining temple sanctity.
The Times of India Maharashtra villages spark change with no-cracker Diwali
Many villages in Maharashtra have celebrated Diwali without firecrackers for over a decade to reduce air and noise pollution. Villages like Borade, Manyachiwadi, Langarpeth, and Padali have adopted this practice, with the Satara Zilla Parishad encouraging cracker-free celebrations. Violators face fines, and alternative events like lighting diyas and games are organized.
The Times of India 'Cursed' by sati, Himachal village keeps off Diwali
For many years, the villagers of Sammoo in Himachal Pradesh have refrained from celebrating Diwali due to a curse from a woman who committed Sati on Diwali. Fearing misfortune and disaster, residents continue to observe the tragic event by staying indoors and avoiding festivities.
The Times of India Odisha downgrades Naveen Patnaik security from Z to Y
The Odisha government downgraded former CM Naveen Patnaik's security from Z to Y category, withdrawing most of his security personnel. Following a high-level committee's recommendation, Patnaik is to be assigned two constables of havildar rank, with additional security provided as needed, including during out-of-state tours.
The Times of India Tensions rise in Belagavi as pro-Maha outfit set for 'black day' rally today
Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti (MES) plans a 'black day' rally to coincide with Kannada Rajyotsava, despite legal and police pushback. The rally protests the inclusion of Belagavi in Karnataka and rallies Marathi-speaking people. Security is heightened, and unauthorized rallies will face legal action.
The Times of India J&K CM Omar skips UT day, LG slams ‘dual character’
Jammu and Kashmir now operates as a Union Territory, an accepted reality, according to Lt Governor Manoj Sinha. Celebrating the status, despite boycott by local parties and criticism from PDP's Mehbooba Mufti and NC leader Omar Abdullah, Sinha assured that statehood will be eventually restored. Promises include investments of Rs 1 lakh crore and creation of 5 lakh jobs.
The Times of India 2 IRS officers, 3 CGST superintendents held in `50 lakh bribery case
CBI has arrested two IRS officers, Deepak Kumar Sharma and Rahul Kumar, along with three CGST superintendents for bribery. They detained a businessman for 18 hours, demanding Rs 60 lakh to settle a pharma issue. After initial payment, the businessman was released but approached CBI, leading to arrests after a sting operation.
The Times of India Apple iPhone 16 is a 'hit', and this may be the proof
Apple's fiscal Q4 2024 results exceeded expectations with $94.93 billion revenue, a 6% rise year-over-year, setting a September quarter record. Key figures include $46.22 billion from iPhone sales. Despite a $10 billion hit from a tax charge, Apple sustained strong performances across all product categories and regions.
The Times of India Ahead of Maharashtra polls, PM Modi talks of UCC, 'ek hain toh safe hain'
PM Modi, at Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, emphasized national unity and a uniform civil code while warning against 'urban Naxals' seeking to destabilize India. He highlighted efforts by internal and external forces to tarnish India's growing global reputation. Modi's comments come after UP CM Yogi Adityanath's statement on unity endorsed by the RSS.
The Times of India US sanctions 400 entities, including Indian firms, for tech supplies to Russia
The US has imposed sanctions on nearly 400 entities and individuals from over a dozen countries, including India and China, for allegedly supplying Russia with advanced technology to support its military activities in Ukraine. The sanctions target organizations in Russia, UAE, Turkey, Thailand, Malaysia, and Switzerland, aiming to disrupt critical technology flow to Russia's defense sector.
The Times of India Assets of ministers Aditi Tatkare, Sanjay Rathod and CM soar in 5 years
Over the past five years, many of the 27 outgoing state cabinet ministers in Mumbai experienced a moderate rise in their financial status, primarily due to land and flat acquisitions. However, significant increases were seen by Aditi Tatkare with a 772% rise, Ravindra Chavan with a 117% increase, and Sanjay Rathod logging a 220% growth.
The Times of India Assets of ministers Aditi Tatkare, Sanjay Rathod and CM soar in 5 years
In Mumbai, outgoing state cabinet ministers saw increased net assets over five years, notably CM Eknath Shinde with a 187% rise. Aditi Tatkare had a 772% increase. Three ministers face money laundering investigations. RTI activist Shailesh Gandhi urges scrutiny of election affidavits, emphasizing income source verification. Mangal Prabhat Lodha's assets decreased by 11%.
