The Times of India Bangladesh's new banknotes to exclude Mujibur's image

Bangladesh's interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, has ordered the central bank to redesign banknotes, removing the image of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The new currency, featuring religious imagery and symbols of the July uprising, is expected within six months.

The Times of India Asian women vote against patriarchy with their feet

Asian women, particularly in South Korea and Japan, are increasingly choosing to marry Western men. Driven by deep-rooted patriarchal expectations in their own cultures, these women seek escape from traditional gender roles and unequal pay. They view Western marriages as offering greater gender equality and a chance for companionate partnerships.

The Times of India 'Gait analysis' leads to arrest of 7-month-old's rapist in Bengal

Kolkata police arrested a 34-year-old man for the rape of a seven-month-old infant. Using CCTV footage and gait analysis focusing on the suspect's limp, police tracked him to a Jhargram resort. The infant is currently in stable condition. The accused has been booked under POCSO and BNS.

The Times of India 2,200 companies moved out of Bengal in 5 years, Rajya Sabha told

Over 2,200 companies, including 39 listed entities, shifted their registered offices from West Bengal in the last five years, according to a junior minister's parliamentary response. TMC criticized the inquiry as biased, highlighting the BJP's alleged anti-Bengal stance, while also questioning the omission of new company registrations during the same period.

The Times of India Muslims fear Uttarkashi mosque land records 'altered'

Following a 'Hindu mahapanchayat' protesting a mosque in Uttarkashi, the local administration formed a committee to investigate alleged land record discrepancies. The committee, questioning the documents' authenticity, issued notices to the mosque's landowners. The landowners submitted their reply and registration documents.

The Times of India Supreme Court orders SC tag for non-Dalit wife’s children

The Supreme Court annulled a marriage between a non-Dalit woman and a Dalit man, granting the woman divorce and ordering the man to secure Scheduled Caste certificates for their children. The children will remain with their mother but be recognized as SCs for educational and employment benefits.

The Times of India 35 Shiv Sainiks acquitted in 2005 Rane protest case

The Times of India 2-state formula key, but terror unacceptable: EAM on West Asia

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar defended India's abstention from a UN resolution on the Israel-Palestine conflict, citing concerns about the resolution's language and its lack of reference to terrorism and hostage-taking. He reiterated India's support for a two-state solution and condemned both terrorism and civilian casualties, urging a ceasefire and adherence to humanitarian law.

The Times of India Committed to advancing 'unique partnership': PM to Bhutan king

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck held talks, reaffirming the strong ties between their nations. They discussed Bhutan's development, including the Gelephu Mindfulness City project near the Indian border, with India pledging continued support for its success and regional benefit.

The Times of India India, China reflect on LAC row lessons learnt to prevent repeat

India and China held border talks, reaffirming their commitment to the October disengagement agreement that resolved the 2020 eastern Ladakh standoff. Both nations reviewed the situation, emphasizing peaceful border management and preparing for future meetings between special representatives to further solidify the de-escalation process.

The Times of India Case against Allu Arjun, Hyderabad movie hall for stampede death

A stampede at the Hyderabad premiere of "Pushpa 2: The Rule" resulted in the death of a 32-year-old mother and injuries to her son. Police filed charges against actor Allu Arjun, his security team, and Sandhya Theatre management for allegedly causing the chaos. The incident occurred after Allu Arjun's surprise appearance triggered a crowd surge.

The Times of India Repeated suicide threats cruelty, ground for divorce: Chhattisgarh high court

The Chhattisgarh High Court granted a man divorce, citing his wife's repeated suicide threats as cruelty. The court acknowledged the husband's evidence of the wife's threats and a suicide attempt, stating such actions cause significant mental distress. While dismissing the wife's reconciliation plea, the court ordered the husband to pay her ₹5 lakh alimony.

The Times of India Lookout notice out for Jagan's MP, Aurobindo Pharma official

Andhra Pradesh CID has issued a lookout notice against YSRCP MP Vijayasai Reddy, his son-in-law, and another individual, preventing them from leaving the country. They are accused of extorting shares worth Rs 3,600 crore from a businessman by threatening him with criminal cases and leveraging political influence during the previous YSRCP government.

The Times of India HC relief for kin of on-duty victims of fragging

The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that the family of a soldier killed by a colleague during duty hours is entitled to a special family pension. The court overturned an Armed Forces Tribunal decision, stating the death had a "causal connection with military duty.

The Times of India Sengar, serving life term for rape, gets 2 weeks' med bail

Delhi High Court granted interim bail to former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, serving a life sentence for rape. The court cited medical grounds and ordered a comprehensive examination at AIIMS. Sengar suffers from diabetes, asthma, and other health issues. He must remain in Delhi and avoid contact with the survivor.