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The Times of India Rohit Sharma clears the air, says 'I stood down' on missing SCG Test

India captain Rohit Sharma clarified speculation regarding his absence from the SCG Test, stating he stepped down due to poor form. Averaging just 6.2 in the ongoing series against Australia, Rohit decided to step away after informing the selectors and coach. His performance has been underwhelming, echoing a poor home series against New Zealand.

The Times of India Rohit Sharma joins Jasprit Bumrah for a quick chat during drinks break

Rohit Sharma, known for his leadership, was dropped from the final Test against Australia, leading to speculation about his future in Tests. Despite his low average of 6.2 in the series, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant described the decision as emotional due to Rohit's long-term captaincy.

The Times of India An orca that carried her dead calf for weeks in 2018 is doing so once again

A grieving orca named Tahlequah, who famously carried her dead calf for 17 days in 2018, is now seen carrying another dead calf. This comes as a significant blow to the endangered Southern Resident killer whale population, which is already struggling due to scarce prey and environmental pollutants.

The Times of India 'Beaten to death for asking to lower volume for our kids': Delhi murder on New Year

A New Year's party in Rohini turned fatal as 40-year-old Dharmender was murdered by neighbors after requesting them to lower the music volume for his children's sleep. The tragedy has highlighted neighborhood safety and noise pollution issues. The family is devastated, with three young children left fatherless. Local authorities are urged to enforce stricter noise regulations.

The Times of India 'Mouth taped, dead for 72 hours': Decomposed body of woman found in bed in Delhi

A 24-year-old woman named Deepa was found murdered and concealed inside a bed at her rented flat in Dabri, New Delhi. Police suspect her husband, Dhanraj, who has been missing since the incident. A case has been registered and efforts are ongoing to locate him.

The Times of India Virat Kohli asks SCG crowd to roar after Siraj removes Konstas

The second day of the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground witnessed intense action as Australia, after bowling out India for 185, faced early setbacks. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj delivered crucial blows, with Siraj's impressive over causing Australia's top order to collapse, increasing pressure as the series decider continues.

The Times of India 'Pushpa 2' collection: Allu Arjun starrer inches closer to Rs 1200 crore

Pushpa 2 is set to cross Rs 1200 crore in India now. The movie recorded its lowest number ever on fifth Friday but may see a jump over this weekend.

The Times of India Jasprit Bumrah breaks India legend's record

India's star bowler Jasprit Bumrah broke Bishan Singh Bedi's record for the most wickets by an Indian in a Test series in Australia. Bumrah's 32 wickets in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy surpass Bedi's 31 from the 1977/78 series. India is aiming to tie the series to retain the trophy. Bumrah claimed his 32nd wicket by dismissing Marnus Labuschagne with a length delivery that moved away late, drawing a faint edge to wicketkeeper Alex Carey.

The Times of India Running all-year round, this school in rural Maha creating ripples with 12-hr classes

A zilla parishad school in Hiwali village, Maharashtra, stands out with its innovative approach, integrating academic lessons with practical skills like welding and organic farming. The transformation, led by Keshav Gavit since 2009, has greatly improved student engagement and academic achievements, garnering the attention of state education minister Dada Bhuse.

The Times of India Rishabh Pant explains why it is difficult to keep to Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah has proven to be a challenge for wicketkeepers like Rishabh Pant due to his unique bowling angles. Bumrah equaled Bishan Singh Bedi's record for most wickets by an Indian in an away Test series during the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.

The Times of India Under new policy, Lieutenant-Generals to be promoted on merit basis

India's Army will implement a new quantified assessment system for promoting lieutenant generals, effective March 31, aimed at merit-based selection for apex-level roles. This system contrasts with the current seniority-based promotion policy, aligning with similar practices in the Air Force and Navy, and supports the creation of tri-Service theatre commands.

The Times of India 'AAPda': PM Modi slams AAP as corrupt and disaster for Delhi

PM Modi launched an attack on AAP, dubbing it a 'disaster' and accusing it of stalling Delhi's development and engaging in corruption. Modi emphasized his government's achievements and criticized AAP's handling of projects and policies. He urged voters to bring change, setting a combative tone for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections.

The Times of India Punjab govt seeks Centre's help to end impasse over farmers' protest

Punjab govt has urged Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's intervention in resolving the farmers' protest at the Punjab-Haryana border. In a letter, Punjab's agriculture minister highlighted the ongoing hunger strike by farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal and sought actions aligned with the Supreme Court's directions.

The Times of India India, Maldives commit to strengthen bilateral ties

India and the Maldives have reaffirmed their commitment to bilateral cooperation during a meeting between foreign minister S Jaishankar and his Maldivian counterpart Abdulla Khaleel. Both sides signed a MoU to implement High Impact Community Development Projects in the Maldives with Indian grant assistance, emphasizing India’s 'Neighbourhood First' policy.

The Times of India Congress to join SC case defending Places of Worship Act

Congress accuses the BJP government of violating the Places of Worship Act, 1991, and plans to join the Supreme Court case demanding adherence to the law. The party will file an application, highlighting the political stance regarding the recent developments and accusations of BJP's role in court applications.

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