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As Mevani gets bail, Assam CM says lady officer wants to challenge order

As Gujarat legislator Jignesh Mevani returned home after securing bail in an assault case filed by a woman sub-inspector of the state police, Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the lady officer wants to challenge the bail order in the high court. As Gujarat legislator Jignesh Mevani returned home after securing bail in an assault case filed by a woman sub-inspector of the state police, Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the lady officer wants to challenge the bail order in the high court. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ewmTnq0

First year medical students made to take Charak Shapath in Tamil Nadu

First-year MBBS students at Government Madurai Medical College were made to take the modified 'Maharshi Charak Shapath' instead of the conventional Hippocratic oath during the induction ceremony, after receiving their white coats on Saturday. First-year MBBS students at Government Madurai Medical College were made to take the modified 'Maharshi Charak Shapath' instead of the conventional Hippocratic oath during the induction ceremony, after receiving their white coats on Saturday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/gR5b6Pu

Live: 20 civilians leave Mariupol's Azovstal site, Ukrainian regiment says

Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military said on Saturday a Russian missile strike on Odesa airport has damaged the runway and it can no longer be used. Also, Ukrainian forces fought village by village Saturday to hold back a Russian advance through the country’s east, while the United Nations worked to broker a civilian evacuation from the last Ukrainian stronghold in the bombed-out ruins of the port city of Mariupol. Stay with TOI for latest updates: Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military said on Saturday a Russian missile strike on Odesa airport has damaged the runway and it can no longer be used. Also, Ukrainian forces fought village by village Saturday to hold back a Russian advance through the country’s east, while the United Nations worked to broker a civilian evacuation from the last Ukrainian stronghold in the bombed-out ruins of the port city of Mariupol. Stay with TOI for latest updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/x4fFomI

IPL 2022: MI win their first game of the season

Mumbai Indians finally opened their account in the ongoing season of the IPL with a 5-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals. Opting to field, MI restricted RR to 158 for six, despite a fine 52-ball 67 by Jos Buttler at the top. In reply, MI chased down the target in 19.2 overs with Suryakumar Yadav (51) emerging as the top scorer. Surya in company of Tilak Varma (35) added 81 to keep MI in the hunt, before Tim David (20) finished the job. Mumbai Indians finally opened their account in the ongoing season of the IPL with a 5-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals. Opting to field, MI restricted RR to 158 for six, despite a fine 52-ball 67 by Jos Buttler at the top. In reply, MI chased down the target in 19.2 overs with Suryakumar Yadav (51) emerging as the top scorer. Surya in company of Tilak Varma (35) added 81 to keep MI in the hunt, before Tim David (20) finished the job. from Times of India https://ift.tt/eJYS2gk

12 years to overcome Covid losses: RBI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) expects the Indian economy to overcome losses arising out of the pandemic only by 2034-35. The output losses on account of the pandemic are estimated to be over Rs 52 lakh crore over the last three years. In its first detailed analysis of the impact of the pandemic, the RBI published a report 'Scars of the pandemic' in its annual publication on currency and finance. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) expects the Indian economy to overcome losses arising out of the pandemic only by 2034-35. The output losses on account of the pandemic are estimated to be over Rs 52 lakh crore over the last three years. In its first detailed analysis of the impact of the pandemic, the RBI published a report 'Scars of the pandemic' in its annual publication on currency and finance. from Times of India https://ift.tt/mGsibxL

Just 1% of eligible adults below 60 have taken 3rd jab

Hospitals say though 18-59 years is a large cohort and opening up of the booster dose for this segment was seen as a major positive decision, the demand has been subdued. ​​​"It could be a sum of both complacency and ignorance. Since a majority have been double-vaccinated and with fewer Covid cases, many in this age group are complacent to take time out and go to a vaccination centre. Hospitals say though 18-59 years is a large cohort and opening up of the booster dose for this segment was seen as a major positive decision, the demand has been subdued. ​​​"It could be a sum of both complacency and ignorance. Since a majority have been double-vaccinated and with fewer Covid cases, many in this age group are complacent to take time out and go to a vaccination centre. from Times of India https://ift.tt/64WUG7s

Coal shortage, heatwave and dry spell spark power crisis

An energy crisis is looming over a vast swathe of land from the northern states to southern India as low coal supplies across the majority of thermal power plants have set off blackouts in several urban and rural areas where domestic demand for electricity has spiked manifold because of an unusually early and record-shattering heatwave and dry weather. An energy crisis is looming over a vast swathe of land from the northern states to southern India as low coal supplies across the majority of thermal power plants have set off blackouts in several urban and rural areas where domestic demand for electricity has spiked manifold because of an unusually early and record-shattering heatwave and dry weather. from Times of India https://ift.tt/soS5NEg

IPL: Lucknow record 20-run win as Punjab fluff run chase

Lucknow Super Giants pounced on the mistakes of a self-destructing Punjab Kings to record a 20-run win in the Indian Premier League on Friday. Kagiso Rabada struck four times as Punjab Kings upped their game in the bowling department to restrict Lucknow Super Giants to 153 for eight. It should have been a straightforward chase but Punjab fluffed to end at 133 for eight in 20 overs. Lucknow Super Giants pounced on the mistakes of a self-destructing Punjab Kings to record a 20-run win in the Indian Premier League on Friday. Kagiso Rabada struck four times as Punjab Kings upped their game in the bowling department to restrict Lucknow Super Giants to 153 for eight. It should have been a straightforward chase but Punjab fluffed to end at 133 for eight in 20 overs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tSXVqKc

Heat wave for next 4 days, April set to be among hottest ever

The current month is on course to be among the hottest months of April ever experienced in India, with the met department on Thursday issuing another heat wave warning for northwest and central India for the next four days. IMD data provides a glimpse into the sweltering conditions in north and central India. In Punjab, maximum temperatures were on average 5.4°C above normal. In Haryana, these were 5.1°C over the normal mark. The current month is on course to be among the hottest months of April ever experienced in India, with the met department on Thursday issuing another heat wave warning for northwest and central India for the next four days. IMD data provides a glimpse into the sweltering conditions in north and central India. In Punjab, maximum temperatures were on average 5.4°C above normal. In Haryana, these were 5.1°C over the normal mark. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5UD82sE

Live: Blasts hit Kyiv while UN chief visiting, Ukraine blames Russian missiles

Russia struck the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv shortly after a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres. Stay with TOI for the latest developments. Russia struck the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv shortly after a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres. Stay with TOI for the latest developments. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WuoitFy

4 lakh jobs created in Q3 of 2021; at 39%

Formal sector employment in India rose by 4 lakh in the quarter ending December 2021, with the manufacturing sector emerging as the largest employer, according to the third Quarterly Employment Survey report released by the labour ministry on Thursday. Formal sector employment in India rose by 4 lakh in the quarter ending December 2021, with the manufacturing sector emerging as the largest employer, according to the third Quarterly Employment Survey report released by the labour ministry on Thursday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/mHdgfrL

PM: Centre wants AFSPA removed from entire northeast

The Centre is working "speedily" towards revoking the contentious Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act from the entire northeast in acknowledgement of a 75% decline in militant violence in the region over the past eight years, PM Narendra Modi said during a whistle-stop tour of Assam on Thursday that saw him inaugurate seven cancer hospitals and lay the foundation for another seven. The Centre is working "speedily" towards revoking the contentious Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act from the entire northeast in acknowledgement of a 75% decline in militant violence in the region over the past eight years, PM Narendra Modi said during a whistle-stop tour of Assam on Thursday that saw him inaugurate seven cancer hospitals and lay the foundation for another seven. from Times of India https://ift.tt/lizYKR4

IPL 2022: Kuldeep stars as DC beat KKR by 4 wickets

Wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav returned impressive figures of 4/14 while Rovman Powell (33 off 16) played a solid hand in tense situation as Delhi Capitals defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by four wickets at Wankhede for their fourth win of the season. Sent into bat, Kolkata Knight Riders were restricted to 146 for nine. DC chased down the target with six balls to spare. Wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav returned impressive figures of 4/14 while Rovman Powell (33 off 16) played a solid hand in tense situation as Delhi Capitals defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by four wickets at Wankhede for their fourth win of the season. Sent into bat, Kolkata Knight Riders were restricted to 146 for nine. DC chased down the target with six balls to spare. from Times of India https://ift.tt/aOjr0DZ

Liverpool beat Villarreal to put one foot in UCL final

Liverpool are on the brink of a third Champions League final in five seasons after breaking Villarreal's resistance to win the first leg of their semi-final 2-0 at Anfield on Wednesday. Two goals in two minutes undid Villarreal boss Unai Emery's defensive game plan as Pervis Estupinan deflected Jordan Henderson's cross into his own net before Sadio Mane slotted in a second. Liverpool are on the brink of a third Champions League final in five seasons after breaking Villarreal's resistance to win the first leg of their semi-final 2-0 at Anfield on Wednesday. Two goals in two minutes undid Villarreal boss Unai Emery's defensive game plan as Pervis Estupinan deflected Jordan Henderson's cross into his own net before Sadio Mane slotted in a second. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Zye9qTa

Must be confident, not pale imitation of others: Jaishankar

Following his strong pushback against Europe on India's ties with Russia, foreign minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday once again justified India's position on Ukraine, saying India's choices and positions are best placed to advance the goal of ending the conflict and returning to the dialogue table. Following his strong pushback against Europe on India's ties with Russia, foreign minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday once again justified India's position on Ukraine, saying India's choices and positions are best placed to advance the goal of ending the conflict and returning to the dialogue table. from Times of India https://ift.tt/39Bnwkt

IPL: Rashid & Rahul power GT's stunning win over SRH

Pace sensation Umran Malik's stunning figures of 5/25 -- his maiden five-for -- went in vain as Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 5 wickets in a last-ball thriller at the Wankhede. Titans chased down a stiff target of 196 thanks to batting heroics of Rashid Khan (31 not out) & Rahul Tewatia (40 not out). Wriddhiman Saha (68 off 38) also contributed with a with a crucial knock at the top of the order. Pace sensation Umran Malik's stunning figures of 5/25 -- his maiden five-for -- went in vain as Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 5 wickets in a last-ball thriller at the Wankhede. Titans chased down a stiff target of 196 thanks to batting heroics of Rashid Khan (31 not out) & Rahul Tewatia (40 not out). Wriddhiman Saha (68 off 38) also contributed with a with a crucial knock at the top of the order. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WTByVqk

Champions League Live: Liverpool vs Villarreal

UEFA Champions League, Liverpool vs Villarreal Live Updates: Liverpool host Villarreal tonight at the always intimidating Anfield. Villarreal will hope to reproduce the upsets that they pulled off against Juventus in the round-of-16 and Bayern in the quarterfinals, or at least avoid a definitive defeat, before they host the return leg next week. UEFA Champions League, Liverpool vs Villarreal Live Updates: Liverpool host Villarreal tonight at the always intimidating Anfield. Villarreal will hope to reproduce the upsets that they pulled off against Juventus in the round-of-16 and Bayern in the quarterfinals, or at least avoid a definitive defeat, before they host the return leg next week. from Times of India https://ift.tt/697ph8Q

That's not me in the video: Bhojpuri singer Shilpi Raj

Bhojpuri singer Shilpi Raj, who was rocked by a recent MMS scandal, took time to say 'yes' to an interview with us, but when she sat across us- she was as calm as a cucumber. We told her that whatever has happened to her is not fair. Bhojpuri singer Shilpi Raj, who was rocked by a recent MMS scandal, took time to say 'yes' to an interview with us, but when she sat across us- she was as calm as a cucumber. We told her that whatever has happened to her is not fair. from Times of India https://ift.tt/NX7zB2C

SC: Govts duty-bound to stop hate speeches

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it is the duty of state governments to stop hate speeches and expressed concern that such cases are happening despite the comprehensive guidelines formulated by the apex court in 2018 on preventive, remedial and punitive measures to be taken by the authorities. The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it is the duty of state governments to stop hate speeches and expressed concern that such cases are happening despite the comprehensive guidelines formulated by the apex court in 2018 on preventive, remedial and punitive measures to be taken by the authorities. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3VTL8kq

Govt concedes lockdown forced large number of migrants to trudge home

Over 46,000 calls, including 32,986 for movement of stranded persons by Shramik special trains, were received by the home ministry control room between the onset of the first Covid lockdown on March 25, 2020 and December 31, 2020, according to the home ministry annual report for 2020-21. Over 46,000 calls, including 32,986 for movement of stranded persons by Shramik special trains, were received by the home ministry control room between the onset of the first Covid lockdown on March 25, 2020 and December 31, 2020, according to the home ministry annual report for 2020-21. from Times of India https://ift.tt/EArG0K4

Live: Kamala Harris tests positive for Covid

India has approved emergency use of Biological E's Covid-19 vaccine Corbevax for children aged five to 12 and Bharat Biotech's Covaxin for six to 12-year olds. Centre said that over 86 per cent of India's adult population is now fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Stay with TOI for the latest developments India has approved emergency use of Biological E's Covid-19 vaccine Corbevax for children aged five to 12 and Bharat Biotech's Covaxin for six to 12-year olds. Centre said that over 86 per cent of India's adult population is now fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Stay with TOI for the latest developments from Times of India https://ift.tt/HOUEuCs

UCL Semi-final Live: Man City vs Real Madrid

UEFA Champions League, Manchester City vs Real Madrid Live Updates: The semifinals begin with the master of European football visiting an upstart. Real Madrid are the record 13-time European champions, while Manchester City have reached the final only once — last year, when they lost to Chelsea. UEFA Champions League, Manchester City vs Real Madrid Live Updates: The semifinals begin with the master of European football visiting an upstart. Real Madrid are the record 13-time European champions, while Manchester City have reached the final only once — last year, when they lost to Chelsea. from Times of India https://ift.tt/og0DP9Z

IPL: Parag, bowlers hand RR 29-run win over RCB

Riyan Parag smashed a match-defining unbeaten half-century before the bowling unit lived up to its reputation to hand Rajasthan Royals a 29-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in an Indian Premier League match on Tuesday. Riyan Parag smashed a match-defining unbeaten half-century before the bowling unit lived up to its reputation to hand Rajasthan Royals a 29-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in an Indian Premier League match on Tuesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1ZYgGO3

Elon Musk to buy Twitter for $44 billion

Elon Musk clinched a deal to buy Twitter Inc for $44 billion on Monday in a transaction that will shift control of the social media platform populated by millions of users and global leaders to the world's richest person. Elon Musk clinched a deal to buy Twitter Inc for $44 billion on Monday in a transaction that will shift control of the social media platform populated by millions of users and global leaders to the world's richest person. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2n5ag14

IPL: Dhawan trumps Rayudu as PBKS beat CSK by 11 runs

Flamboyant opener Shikhar Dhawan struck a magnificent 88 not out to trump Ambati Rayudu in the battle of batting heroics as Punjab Kings beat Chennai Super Kings by 11 runs in an IPL thriller on Monday. Flamboyant opener Shikhar Dhawan struck a magnificent 88 not out to trump Ambati Rayudu in the battle of batting heroics as Punjab Kings beat Chennai Super Kings by 11 runs in an IPL thriller on Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1VZu6QX

Since when is reciting Chalisa treason? BJP attacks MVA

Coming out in defence of the lawmaker couple from Maharashtra — independent MP wife Navneet Rana and her husband, MLA Ravi Rana, also an independent — BJP on Sunday accused Maharashtra’s MVA government of having hatred for Hindu faith and asked since when reciting the Hanuman Chalisa has become seditious. Coming out in defence of the lawmaker couple from Maharashtra — independent MP wife Navneet Rana and her husband, MLA Ravi Rana, also an independent — BJP on Sunday accused Maharashtra’s MVA government of having hatred for Hindu faith and asked since when reciting the Hanuman Chalisa has become seditious. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ReqFjoC

'Twitter under shareholder pressure to seek deal with Musk'

Twitter Inc is coming under increasing pressure from its shareholders to negotiate with Elon Musk even though the world's richest person has called his $43 billion bid for the social media platform his best and final offer, people familiar with the matter said on Sunday. Twitter Inc is coming under increasing pressure from its shareholders to negotiate with Elon Musk even though the world's richest person has called his $43 billion bid for the social media platform his best and final offer, people familiar with the matter said on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pwAVjsl

India Covid cases up nearly 2x in a week

Covid-19 cases have begun inching up in at least 12 states, rising from three last week, even as the country reported nearly twice as many cases in the week ending Sunday as in the previous seven days.india Covid-19 cases have begun inching up in at least 12 states, rising from three last week, even as the country reported nearly twice as many cases in the week ending Sunday as in the previous seven days.india from Times of India https://ift.tt/q15fJcz

Cops-killer LeT man among 3 terrorists shot in J&K

A Lashkar-e-Taiba deputy commander wanted for killing two J&K police officers in separate attacks last year and a Srinagar teen reported missing by his family were among three terrorists shot dead in a gunfight with security forces at Pahoo in south Kashmir’s Pulwama on Sunday. A Lashkar-e-Taiba deputy commander wanted for killing two J&K police officers in separate attacks last year and a Srinagar teen reported missing by his family were among three terrorists shot dead in a gunfight with security forces at Pahoo in south Kashmir’s Pulwama on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/n9qiupP

Macron re-elected as French president with tighter margin over far-right rival 'close to Putin'

French President Emmanuel Macron defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen on Sunday by a comfortable margin, securing a second term and heading off what would have been a political earthquake. Cheers of joy erupted as the results appeared on a giant screen at the Champ de Mars park at the foot of the Eiffel tower, where Macron supporters waved French and EU flags. People hugged each other and chanted "Macron". French President Emmanuel Macron defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen on Sunday by a comfortable margin, securing a second term and heading off what would have been a political earthquake. Cheers of joy erupted as the results appeared on a giant screen at the Champ de Mars park at the foot of the Eiffel tower, where Macron supporters waved French and EU flags. People hugged each other and chanted "Macron". from Times of India https://ift.tt/kqjBvrG

IPL: Rahul hits 2nd ton to guide LSG to 36-run win over MI

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians were knocked out of Indian Premier League after losing their eighth successive match by 36 runs to Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. Skipper KL Rahul smashed his second hundred as he guided Lucknow Super Giants to 168 for 6 and then restricted MI to 132 for 8 in 20 overs. Rahul's 103 not out off 62 balls was laced with 12 fours and four sixes. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians were knocked out of Indian Premier League after losing their eighth successive match by 36 runs to Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. Skipper KL Rahul smashed his second hundred as he guided Lucknow Super Giants to 168 for 6 and then restricted MI to 132 for 8 in 20 overs. Rahul's 103 not out off 62 balls was laced with 12 fours and four sixes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ej1sTqH

France's Macron beats Le Pen to win second term: Projections

French President Emmanuel Macron defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen on Sunday by a comfortable margin, early projections by pollsters showed, securing a second term and heading off what would have been a political earthquake. French President Emmanuel Macron defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen on Sunday by a comfortable margin, early projections by pollsters showed, securing a second term and heading off what would have been a political earthquake. from Times of India https://ift.tt/DCZA0PK

PM Modi doing groundwork to make India world leader by 2047: Amit Shah

Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday said the aim of PM Narendra Modi was to do the groundwork and prepare the base to make India the number one country in the world by 2047 when the centenary of its Independence will be celebrated. Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday said the aim of PM Narendra Modi was to do the groundwork and prepare the base to make India the number one country in the world by 2047 when the centenary of its Independence will be celebrated. from Times of India https://ift.tt/eSzpjEq

SC judge stresses on protecting personal liberty of undertrials

Stating that the number of undertrial prisoners (UTPs) languishing in the country's jails is far greater than convicts, Supreme Court judge justice DY Chandrachud on Saturday called upon judicial officers of the state to discuss how they can make efforts to protect their personal Stating that the number of undertrial prisoners (UTPs) languishing in the country's jails is far greater than convicts, Supreme Court judge justice DY Chandrachud on Saturday called upon judicial officers of the state to discuss how they can make efforts to protect their personal from Times of India https://ift.tt/9K6gkfX

Defence PRO deletes tweet on Army’s J&K iftar after trolling

A tweet by an official handle of the defence ministry in Jammu and Kashmir about the Army hosting an iftar in Doda district was deleted after it came under attack from some anti-minority forces on social media, raising concerns about the abject capitulation in military and veteran circles. A tweet by an official handle of the defence ministry in Jammu and Kashmir about the Army hosting an iftar in Doda district was deleted after it came under attack from some anti-minority forces on social media, raising concerns about the abject capitulation in military and veteran circles. from Times of India https://ift.tt/myjNpU7

Drivers stop train midway for tea, Railways orders probe

A day after loco pilots of the Gwalior-Barauni Express (11123) stopped the train near a railway crossing close to Siwan station in Bihar to have tea, the Railways on Saturday ordered an inquiry into the strange act. A day after loco pilots of the Gwalior-Barauni Express (11123) stopped the train near a railway crossing close to Siwan station in Bihar to have tea, the Railways on Saturday ordered an inquiry into the strange act. from Times of India https://ift.tt/BFzS5iC

PM to visit J&K today, launch projects worth Rs 20,000cr

Thousands of elected rural representatives from across J&K made their way to Palli panchayat in the frontier district of Jammu’s Samba, where PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to address the nation on Panchayati Raj Diwas on Sunday and launch development projects amounting to more than Rs 20,000 crore for the Union territory. Thousands of elected rural representatives from across J&K made their way to Palli panchayat in the frontier district of Jammu’s Samba, where PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to address the nation on Panchayati Raj Diwas on Sunday and launch development projects amounting to more than Rs 20,000 crore for the Union territory. from Times of India https://ift.tt/X4imJUz

2 Jaish men killed in south Kashmir; slain Jammu fidayeen duo may be Afghanis

Security forces gunned down a Pakistani terrorist and a local operative of the Jaish-e-Mohammad group within hours of each other in a shootout in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Saturday, while two more members of the outlawed Pakistan-backed outfit were holding out in a house where their associates were killed. Security forces gunned down a Pakistani terrorist and a local operative of the Jaish-e-Mohammad group within hours of each other in a shootout in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Saturday, while two more members of the outlawed Pakistan-backed outfit were holding out in a house where their associates were killed. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9S3A8JW

Pak NSC rules out ‘foreign conspiracy’ theory in ousting Imran

Pakistan on Friday ruled out evidence of “foreign conspiracy” to oust former prime minister Imran Khan at a meeting of the country’s high-powered National Security Committee (NSC) chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Pakistan on Friday ruled out evidence of “foreign conspiracy” to oust former prime minister Imran Khan at a meeting of the country’s high-powered National Security Committee (NSC) chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1uOQ6rY

Live: Delhi reports over 1,000 fresh Covid cases, 2nd time in 3 days

Delhi on Friday reported 1,042 fresh Covid-19 cases, 757 recoveries, and 2 deaths in the last 24 hours. While the active cases have reached 3,253, the positivity rate stands at 4.64 per cent. Stay with TOI for latest updates: Delhi on Friday reported 1,042 fresh Covid-19 cases, 757 recoveries, and 2 deaths in the last 24 hours. While the active cases have reached 3,253, the positivity rate stands at 4.64 per cent. Stay with TOI for latest updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/wFyX163

2 Pak terrorists on suicide mission killed

Two Pakistani terrorists of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammad group and a CISF officer were killed while nine more security personnel suffered bullet and splinter wounds in a four-hour gunfight following an ambush on a paramilitary bus early Friday near Sunjuwan military camp, 8km from Jammu city. Two Pakistani terrorists of the outlawed Jaish-e-Mohammad group and a CISF officer were killed while nine more security personnel suffered bullet and splinter wounds in a four-hour gunfight following an ambush on a paramilitary bus early Friday near Sunjuwan military camp, 8km from Jammu city. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WJ0cPMe

IPL: Rajasthan beat Delhi to top table amid no-ball row

Rajasthan posted an imposing 222 for two after being asked to bat, riding on a magnificent 116 from opener Jos Buttler, and then restricted Delhi to 207 for 8. For Rajasthan, Prasidh Krishna took three wickets while Ravichandran Ashwin got two. Rajasthan posted an imposing 222 for two after being asked to bat, riding on a magnificent 116 from opener Jos Buttler, and then restricted Delhi to 207 for 8. For Rajasthan, Prasidh Krishna took three wickets while Ravichandran Ashwin got two. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2u6oLnY

Suman K Bery appointed new Niti Aayog vice-chairman

Niti Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar has stepped down from his post after nearly five years at the helm and will be replaced by economist Suman Bery. “Yes. I have stepped down,” Kumar told TOI when asked about the sudden development, without elaborating further.The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet accepted the resignation of Kumar with effect from April 30. Niti Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar has stepped down from his post after nearly five years at the helm and will be replaced by economist Suman Bery. “Yes. I have stepped down,” Kumar told TOI when asked about the sudden development, without elaborating further.The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet accepted the resignation of Kumar with effect from April 30. from Times of India https://ift.tt/lmh8SnQ

India allows Japan commercial plane to pick up Ukraine relief

The government was reported to have denied permission to a Japanese military aircraft to pick up relief supplies from a UNHCR depot in India even as it said it had allowed the same by commercial Japanese aircraft. The government said it had also approved overflight clearance for a Japanese defence aircraft carrying humanitarian cargo for Ukraine. The government was reported to have denied permission to a Japanese military aircraft to pick up relief supplies from a UNHCR depot in India even as it said it had allowed the same by commercial Japanese aircraft. The government said it had also approved overflight clearance for a Japanese defence aircraft carrying humanitarian cargo for Ukraine. from Times of India https://ift.tt/zQrdU8K

No greater violation of human rights than terrorism: Shah

Describing India as worst hit by the scourge of terrorism, home minister Amit Shah on Thursday said there is no greater violation of human rights than terrorism and that ending terrorism is intrinsic to safeguarding human rights. Describing India as worst hit by the scourge of terrorism, home minister Amit Shah on Thursday said there is no greater violation of human rights than terrorism and that ending terrorism is intrinsic to safeguarding human rights. from Times of India https://ift.tt/sSH635i

India ready to lead post-pandemic world, says Anurag Thakur

India is racing ahead with reforms at an unprecedented pace and is also playing a greater geostrategic role in the world, Union information and broadcasting, and sports and youth affairs minister Anurag Thakur said on Thursday while speaking at the inaugural session of the Times Network India Economic Conclave. India is racing ahead with reforms at an unprecedented pace and is also playing a greater geostrategic role in the world, Union information and broadcasting, and sports and youth affairs minister Anurag Thakur said on Thursday while speaking at the inaugural session of the Times Network India Economic Conclave. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tbUEsaz

3 terrorists killed in Baramulla encounter

Top Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Yousuf Kantroo, possibly the longest surviving terrorist in Kashmir, was among the three terrorists killed in an encounter on Thursday in the Malwah area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. Top Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Yousuf Kantroo, possibly the longest surviving terrorist in Kashmir, was among the three terrorists killed in an encounter on Thursday in the Malwah area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xF8LPkY

IPL 2022: Dhoni scripts thrilling last-ball win for CSK

MS Dhoni turned back the clock to script a 3-wicket victory for CSK against MI, following a heart-stopping finish that saw him hit a four off the last ball of the game. Pacer Mukesh Choudhary wreaked havoc with the new ball before Tilak Varma's responsible 51* lifted Mumbai Indians to 155 for 7. Dhoni (28* off 13) batted like the finisher of his hey days to help CSK get the required 17 runs off the final over. MS Dhoni turned back the clock to script a 3-wicket victory for CSK against MI, following a heart-stopping finish that saw him hit a four off the last ball of the game. Pacer Mukesh Choudhary wreaked havoc with the new ball before Tilak Varma's responsible 51* lifted Mumbai Indians to 155 for 7. Dhoni (28* off 13) batted like the finisher of his hey days to help CSK get the required 17 runs off the final over. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bkBFWgL

Anti-Maoist op turns into mission to save mom-to-be

An anti-Maoist operation turned into a rescue mission when security forces came across a pregnant woman in agony in a remote village in Bastar’s Dantewada district on Tuesday. With Maoists having cut the only dirt road to the village, the jawans fashioned a cot into a stretcher and carried her on their shoulders to a patrol vehicle, which took her to hospital where she gave birth to a healthy baby. An anti-Maoist operation turned into a rescue mission when security forces came across a pregnant woman in agony in a remote village in Bastar’s Dantewada district on Tuesday. With Maoists having cut the only dirt road to the village, the jawans fashioned a cot into a stretcher and carried her on their shoulders to a patrol vehicle, which took her to hospital where she gave birth to a healthy baby. from Times of India https://ift.tt/wuLh4dD

PM Modi gives WHO chief a Gujarati name: Tulsibhai

PM Narendra Modi gave WHO director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus a ‘pucca’ Gujarati name at his request—Tulsibhai. Modi said Ghebreyesus—the first Ethiopian and African to head WHO—has told him how much he loves India and about his Indian-origin teachers from his childhood. PM Narendra Modi gave WHO director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus a ‘pucca’ Gujarati name at his request—Tulsibhai. Modi said Ghebreyesus—the first Ethiopian and African to head WHO—has told him how much he loves India and about his Indian-origin teachers from his childhood. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KxupyM6

Reasoned verdict 5 months late, SC nixes HC order

An unreasonably long time gap between passing an operative order and the reasoned judgement could result in quashing of the verdict as the Supreme Court has set aside the Allahabad high court's acquittal order in a murder case as the HC delivered its reasoned verdict five months after passing the short operative order to acquit the accused. An unreasonably long time gap between passing an operative order and the reasoned judgement could result in quashing of the verdict as the Supreme Court has set aside the Allahabad high court's acquittal order in a murder case as the HC delivered its reasoned verdict five months after passing the short operative order to acquit the accused. from Times of India https://ift.tt/joxN5ny

'Exiled' Nawaz Sharif to be back in Pakistan after Eid, face the courts

Pakistan's former three-time PM Nawaz Sharif is returning to the country after Eid to voluntarily face the judicial process in all cases against him, federal minister and PML-N leader Javed Latif said on Wednesday. He also revealed that PPP had named the party’s chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari for the vacant foreign minister's berth and that he would take the oath for the office after returning from London. Pakistan's former three-time PM Nawaz Sharif is returning to the country after Eid to voluntarily face the judicial process in all cases against him, federal minister and PML-N leader Javed Latif said on Wednesday. He also revealed that PPP had named the party’s chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari for the vacant foreign minister's berth and that he would take the oath for the office after returning from London. from Times of India https://ift.tt/yL4GJ9i

Focus on Indo-Pacific, BoJo won't 'lecture' India on Ukraine

UK PM Boris Johnson will discuss the Ukraine issue with his counterpart Narendra Modi in their meeting on Friday but without losing sight of the Indo-Pacific and also without "lecturing" India on how to go about its ties with Russia. Laying out the agenda for the summit, sources said an Indo-Pacific that's free from coercion will be central to Johnson's conversations here. UK PM Boris Johnson will discuss the Ukraine issue with his counterpart Narendra Modi in their meeting on Friday but without losing sight of the Indo-Pacific and also without "lecturing" India on how to go about its ties with Russia. Laying out the agenda for the summit, sources said an Indo-Pacific that's free from coercion will be central to Johnson's conversations here. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ctApw2J

Cong panel to complete deliberations on changes in party

A special committee of Congress leaders constituted by party president Sonia Gandhi to suggest measures for strengthening the organisation and to make it ready for the next round of elections will submit its report in the next two-three days. A special committee of Congress leaders constituted by party president Sonia Gandhi to suggest measures for strengthening the organisation and to make it ready for the next round of elections will submit its report in the next two-three days. from Times of India https://ift.tt/4mFYZkM

Covid: As cases rise, Centre asks Delhi, 4 other states to up vigil

“There are a few states which are reporting a higher contribution to India’s cases and higher positivity. This ministry has advised all states/Union Territories to follow a risk-assessment based approach on the opening of economic and social activities without losing the gains made so far in the fight against the pandemic,” the health secretary wrote in a letter to these states. “There are a few states which are reporting a higher contribution to India’s cases and higher positivity. This ministry has advised all states/Union Territories to follow a risk-assessment based approach on the opening of economic and social activities without losing the gains made so far in the fight against the pandemic,” the health secretary wrote in a letter to these states. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9jHrlCq

ED attaches Rs 757 crore assets of Amway

The Enforcement Directorate has accused Amway India Enterprises of running a multi-level marketing scam, while attaching its assets worth Rs 757 crore on Monday, including its factory in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul district and bank balances of Rs 346 crore. The agency said its money trail against Amway revealed that the company had collected Rs 27,562 crore from its business operations from 2002-03 to 2021-22. The Enforcement Directorate has accused Amway India Enterprises of running a multi-level marketing scam, while attaching its assets worth Rs 757 crore on Monday, including its factory in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul district and bank balances of Rs 346 crore. The agency said its money trail against Amway revealed that the company had collected Rs 27,562 crore from its business operations from 2002-03 to 2021-22. from Times of India https://ift.tt/D0oBwLG

Beijing has built 3 cell towers near Hot Springs, say herders

China has installed three cellphone towers close to the Indian side near Hot Springs in Ladakh, herders returning from winter pasturelands said indicating Beijing may be looking at building a settlement and expanding military presence in the area that was among the sites where the two armies had faced off in 2020. China has installed three cellphone towers close to the Indian side near Hot Springs in Ladakh, herders returning from winter pasturelands said indicating Beijing may be looking at building a settlement and expanding military presence in the area that was among the sites where the two armies had faced off in 2020. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xLYS2Ao

Live: Zelenskyy announces start of Russia's offensive in east Ukraine

Russia told Ukrainian forces fighting in Mariupol to lay down arms to save their lives, but there were no immediate reports of activity two hours after the ultimatum took effect at 0300 GMT in the strategic southeastern port. Moscow's claim to have all but taken control of Mariupol could not be independently verified. Stay with TOI for latest updates on Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russia told Ukrainian forces fighting in Mariupol to lay down arms to save their lives, but there were no immediate reports of activity two hours after the ultimatum took effect at 0300 GMT in the strategic southeastern port. Moscow's claim to have all but taken control of Mariupol could not be independently verified. Stay with TOI for latest updates on Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9kr6u1a

Procession that sparked city riot didn’t have permission

In a new twist in the case of the riots in Jahangirpuri on Saturday, Delhi Police said late on Monday that the Hanuman Jayanti procession that resulted in the communal flare-up — unlike two other processions taken out during the day — didn’t have the requisite permission. A case has been registered against the organisers. In a new twist in the case of the riots in Jahangirpuri on Saturday, Delhi Police said late on Monday that the Hanuman Jayanti procession that resulted in the communal flare-up — unlike two other processions taken out during the day — didn’t have the requisite permission. A case has been registered against the organisers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/K1DNslb

IPL: Buttler ton, Chahal hat-trick in Rajasthan’s 7-run win over KKR

Jos Buttler's magnificent second hundred of this IPL season was beautifully complemented by a 'five-star' Yuzvendra Chahal, who spun his web with a hat-trick as Rajasthan Royals won a high-scoring thriller against Kolkata Knight Riders by 7 runs on Monday. Jos Buttler's magnificent second hundred of this IPL season was beautifully complemented by a 'five-star' Yuzvendra Chahal, who spun his web with a hat-trick as Rajasthan Royals won a high-scoring thriller against Kolkata Knight Riders by 7 runs on Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Z84F9vx

IPL 2022: Chahal claims first hat-trick of the season

Rajasthan Royals spinner Yuzvendra Chahal took the first season hat-trick of IPL in a dramatic four-wicket over against Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday. Chahal sent back skipper Shreyas Iyer for 85 in Kolkata's chase of 218 for victory and then took down Shivam Mavi and Pat Cummins to return figures of 5-40 in Mumbai. Rajasthan Royals spinner Yuzvendra Chahal took the first season hat-trick of IPL in a dramatic four-wicket over against Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday. Chahal sent back skipper Shreyas Iyer for 85 in Kolkata's chase of 218 for victory and then took down Shivam Mavi and Pat Cummins to return figures of 5-40 in Mumbai. from Times of India https://ift.tt/DTPQIuM

Blow for Assam Congress as ex-chief joins TMC

Congress in Assam suffered a setback on Sunday when its former PCC president, minister and Rajya Sabha MP Ripun Bora joined Trinamool Congress in Kolkata, hours after sending a two-page resignation to party chief Sonia Gandhi. Bengal CM and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee now has three key politicians in the Northeast—Bora, former Meghalaya CM Mukul Sangma and Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev—to steer the party through the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and state polls in the region. Congress in Assam suffered a setback on Sunday when its former PCC president, minister and Rajya Sabha MP Ripun Bora joined Trinamool Congress in Kolkata, hours after sending a two-page resignation to party chief Sonia Gandhi. Bengal CM and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee now has three key politicians in the Northeast—Bora, former Meghalaya CM Mukul Sangma and Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev—to steer the party through the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and state polls in the region. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xJSi3l8

Mob attacks thana in K'taka over WhatsApp post

At least 40 people were arrested and prohibitory orders clamped for four days in Hubballi, about 400km from Bengaluru, after a mob attacked police and their cars at a police station with stones on Saturday night over a youth’s provocative WhatsApp post that offended the minority community. The youth was arrested. A Karnataka police inspector and 11 cops suffered minor injuries and seven of their vehicles were damaged in the attack that happened between 9.30pm and midnight. At least 40 people were arrested and prohibitory orders clamped for four days in Hubballi, about 400km from Bengaluru, after a mob attacked police and their cars at a police station with stones on Saturday night over a youth’s provocative WhatsApp post that offended the minority community. The youth was arrested. A Karnataka police inspector and 11 cops suffered minor injuries and seven of their vehicles were damaged in the attack that happened between 9.30pm and midnight. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5ce1hXr...

India’s weekly Covid cases up 35%, first rise since January

After 11 successive weeks of decline, Covid-19 cases in India surged again this week, rising by 35% over the previous seven days' numbers, on the back of a spike in infections in the contiguous states of Delhi, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. However, the overall case numbers remain low and, so far, the surge seems restricted to the three states. After 11 successive weeks of decline, Covid-19 cases in India surged again this week, rising by 35% over the previous seven days' numbers, on the back of a spike in infections in the contiguous states of Delhi, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. However, the overall case numbers remain low and, so far, the surge seems restricted to the three states. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GW5FX1C

IPL: Miller powers GT to sensational win over CSK

The big-hitting David Miller blazed away to a 51-ball 94 as Gujarat Titans pulled off an incredible come-from-behind three-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in the IPL here on Sunday. The big-hitting David Miller blazed away to a 51-ball 94 as Gujarat Titans pulled off an incredible come-from-behind three-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in the IPL here on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/T7ou9eH

Chelsea book Liverpool clash in FA Cup final

Chelsea will face quadruple chasers Liverpool in the FA Cup final after second-half goals from Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Mason Mount sealed a 2-0 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday. Thomas Tuchel's side had to work hard to break Palace's stubborn resistance in the semi-final at Wembley, but Loftus-Cheek's ferocious strike put them on course for a third successive FA Cup final appearance. Chelsea will face quadruple chasers Liverpool in the FA Cup final after second-half goals from Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Mason Mount sealed a 2-0 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday. Thomas Tuchel's side had to work hard to break Palace's stubborn resistance in the semi-final at Wembley, but Loftus-Cheek's ferocious strike put them on course for a third successive FA Cup final appearance. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3K6zQc9

India stalling WHO’s global toll report, says NYT

“India’s basic objection has not been with the result (whatever they might have been) but rather the methodology adopted for the same,” the health ministry said, underlining that India has been in regular and in-depth technical exchange with WHO on the issue. If the model adopted is accurate and reliable, “it should be authenticated by running it for all Tier I countries and if result of such exercise may be shared with all Member States”. “India’s basic objection has not been with the result (whatever they might have been) but rather the methodology adopted for the same,” the health ministry said, underlining that India has been in regular and in-depth technical exchange with WHO on the issue. If the model adopted is accurate and reliable, “it should be authenticated by running it for all Tier I countries and if result of such exercise may be shared with all Member States”. from Times of India https://ift.tt/yx8NBQL

Volley of bullets kills soldier during J&K counter-terror operation

An Army soldier was fatally wounded in a shootout with terrorists when a team of 19 Rashtriya Rifles, CRPF and J&K police conducted an operation to bust a hideout in Kokernag of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Saturday and he died on the way to hospital. Sepoy Neshan Singh died of multiple bullet wounds, a police officer said. An Army soldier was fatally wounded in a shootout with terrorists when a team of 19 Rashtriya Rifles, CRPF and J&K police conducted an operation to bust a hideout in Kokernag of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Saturday and he died on the way to hospital. Sepoy Neshan Singh died of multiple bullet wounds, a police officer said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/cYIRAb6

Multiple people injured in shooting at South Carolina mall

shooting at a shopping mall in South Carolina's capital has left multiple people injured, police said. Columbia police said the shooting occurred Saturday afternoon at Columbiana Centre. ``We have confirmed that people have been injured during the incident _ they are receiving medical attention,'' police tweeted. ``The extent of injuries unknown at this time.'' shooting at a shopping mall in South Carolina's capital has left multiple people injured, police said. Columbia police said the shooting occurred Saturday afternoon at Columbiana Centre. ``We have confirmed that people have been injured during the incident _ they are receiving medical attention,'' police tweeted. ``The extent of injuries unknown at this time.'' from Times of India https://ift.tt/QqpLPnD

IPL 2022: Dinesh Karthik sets up big win for RCB over DC

Dinesh Karthik is not finished yet. He has re-emerged as one of the premier finishers in this season of IPL. About to turn 37 in a couple of months, he is light on his feet as ever while moving in the crease, disturbing the line and lengths of bowlers and making a mockery of the death overs. Dinesh Karthik is not finished yet. He has re-emerged as one of the premier finishers in this season of IPL. About to turn 37 in a couple of months, he is light on his feet as ever while moving in the crease, disturbing the line and lengths of bowlers and making a mockery of the death overs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/0pt5iQz

Navy goes full steam ahead for indigenisation

The Navy also has the initial approval or `acceptance of necessity (AoN) for another 47 warships and submarines to be built in India at a cost of over Rs 1.5 lakh crore in the future. “Warship-building in the country has a multiplier effect, with one shipyard job leading to the creation of around six jobs in the ancillary industries,” a defence official said. The Navy also has the initial approval or `acceptance of necessity (AoN) for another 47 warships and submarines to be built in India at a cost of over Rs 1.5 lakh crore in the future. “Warship-building in the country has a multiplier effect, with one shipyard job leading to the creation of around six jobs in the ancillary industries,” a defence official said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HsEaPJ0

I-T dept confiscates Mehul Choksi's property in Nashik

The Income Tax (I-T) department on Friday confiscated fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi's properties in Nashik, news agency ANI reported. The tax department has taken over 9 acres of agricultural land in Nashik that belongs to Choksi. He is accused in the Rs 13,500 crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam, along with nephew Nirav Modi. The Income Tax (I-T) department on Friday confiscated fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi's properties in Nashik, news agency ANI reported. The tax department has taken over 9 acres of agricultural land in Nashik that belongs to Choksi. He is accused in the Rs 13,500 crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam, along with nephew Nirav Modi. from Times of India https://ift.tt/BRGegjC

4 LeT terrorists shot; 3 jawans die in accident

Four Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists were shot in a cordon-and-search operation by security forces in J&K's Shopian on Thursday before a road accident involving a vehicle ferrying reinforcements to the encounter site inflicted three casualties on the Army too. Four Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists were shot in a cordon-and-search operation by security forces in J&K's Shopian on Thursday before a road accident involving a vehicle ferrying reinforcements to the encounter site inflicted three casualties on the Army too. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5iGm1XC

IPL: Hardik fires Gujarat to emphatic win over Rajasthan

Skipper Hardik Pandya enhanced his reputation as a number four batter with an unbeaten 87 off 52 balls as Gujarat Titans trounced Rajasthan Royals by 37 runs in the Indian Premier League on Thursday. Hardik, whose strike rate and approach has been questioned at his new position, played responsibly when it was needed before displaying the power he is known for to lead Titans to 192 for four after being sent into bat. Skipper Hardik Pandya enhanced his reputation as a number four batter with an unbeaten 87 off 52 balls as Gujarat Titans trounced Rajasthan Royals by 37 runs in the Indian Premier League on Thursday. Hardik, whose strike rate and approach has been questioned at his new position, played responsibly when it was needed before displaying the power he is known for to lead Titans to 192 for four after being sent into bat. from Times of India https://ift.tt/OLEZl2I

Live: New York subway shooting suspect faces federal charge for 'terrorist attack'

Police have arrested the suspect in the New York subway shooting after hours of searching Wednesday. He had set off smoke bombs and sprayed fellow passengers with gunfire aboard a New York City subway car, injuring more than 20 people. Identified as Frank James, he was believed to have rented a U-Haul van in Philadelphia. Stay with TOI for all updates: Police have arrested the suspect in the New York subway shooting after hours of searching Wednesday. He had set off smoke bombs and sprayed fellow passengers with gunfire aboard a New York City subway car, injuring more than 20 people. Identified as Frank James, he was believed to have rented a U-Haul van in Philadelphia. Stay with TOI for all updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/kSIOHJu

IPL 2022: PBKS compound MI's woes with 12-run victory

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians' winless run in the tournament continued as they slumped to 12-run loss against Punjab Kings to suffer their fifth straight defeat in the ongoing IPL in Pune on Wednesday. Chasing 199, MI could only muster 186 for nine to suffer yet another defeat. Dewald Brevis top-scored for Mi with 49 off 25 balls, while Tilak Varma made 36 off 20 deliveries. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians' winless run in the tournament continued as they slumped to 12-run loss against Punjab Kings to suffer their fifth straight defeat in the ongoing IPL in Pune on Wednesday. Chasing 199, MI could only muster 186 for nine to suffer yet another defeat. Dewald Brevis top-scored for Mi with 49 off 25 balls, while Tilak Varma made 36 off 20 deliveries. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Crl1njk

IPL: Dube, Uthappa fire Chennai to first win of the season

Shivam Dube and Robin Uthappa smashed 17 sixes between them to help holders Chennai Super Kings register their first win of the Indian Premier League season against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday. Shivam Dube and Robin Uthappa smashed 17 sixes between them to help holders Chennai Super Kings register their first win of the Indian Premier League season against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/daGKn1O

India & US chalk up ambitious defence agenda

From situational awareness high up in space to deep underwater domain awareness, with cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, counter-drone technology, stepped-up military engagements, exercises and logistics in between, India and the US have chalked up an ambitious agenda to take forward their already expansive defence relationship. From situational awareness high up in space to deep underwater domain awareness, with cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, counter-drone technology, stepped-up military engagements, exercises and logistics in between, India and the US have chalked up an ambitious agenda to take forward their already expansive defence relationship. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Y4h2OSR

ED questions Kharge, Herald probe gets closer to Gandhis

The Enforcement Directorate on Monday questioned Congress leader in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge in connection with its investigation into a case of alleged money laundering registered against Young Indian, a charitable organisation, which acquired Associated Journals Ltd (AJL) and its assets worth over Rs 400 crore from Congress. The Enforcement Directorate on Monday questioned Congress leader in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge in connection with its investigation into a case of alleged money laundering registered against Young Indian, a charitable organisation, which acquired Associated Journals Ltd (AJL) and its assets worth over Rs 400 crore from Congress. from Times of India https://ift.tt/4w08Skm

At Biden-Modi talks, India firm on not towing US-Nato line

A diplomatic version of irresistible force meeting immovable object played out in the virtual meeting between United States President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, with Washington unable to persuade New Delhi to follow the US-Nato line on Russia. A diplomatic version of irresistible force meeting immovable object played out in the virtual meeting between United States President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, with Washington unable to persuade New Delhi to follow the US-Nato line on Russia. from Times of India https://ift.tt/dcW2M0q

US will stand by India against China on border dispute: Austin

Ahead of the India-United States bilateral two-plus-two dialogue, US secretary of defence Lloyd Austin told his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh that his country would stand alongside India to protect its sovereignty in face of China’s belligerence on its northern borders. Ahead of the India-United States bilateral two-plus-two dialogue, US secretary of defence Lloyd Austin told his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh that his country would stand alongside India to protect its sovereignty in face of China’s belligerence on its northern borders. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oma4W3t

Pakistan: Shehbaz gets walkover to PM's office as PTI bails out of poll

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Shehbaz Sharif was elected the 23rd Prime Minister unopposed on Monday after the candidate nominated by his predecessor Imran Khan's PTI, former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, announced in parliament that his party was boycotting the election and resigning en masse from the National Assembly. Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Shehbaz Sharif was elected the 23rd Prime Minister unopposed on Monday after the candidate nominated by his predecessor Imran Khan's PTI, former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, announced in parliament that his party was boycotting the election and resigning en masse from the National Assembly. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KJ7Hxho

IPL 2022: Williamson stars as Hyderabad down Gujarat

Kane Williamson's attacking half-century and an unbeaten 34 by Nicholas Pooran helped Sunrisers Hyderabad hand newcomers Gujarat Titans their first loss in this season's IPL on Monday. Kane Williamson's attacking half-century and an unbeaten 34 by Nicholas Pooran helped Sunrisers Hyderabad hand newcomers Gujarat Titans their first loss in this season's IPL on Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/c4qni0y

Trai recommends over Rs 7.5L cr spectrum auction plan

Setting the stage for the rollout of 5G services, telecom regulator Trai on Monday mooted a mega auction plan valued at over Rs 7.5 lakh crore at the base price across multiple bands for radiowaves allocated over 30 years. Setting the stage for the rollout of 5G services, telecom regulator Trai on Monday mooted a mega auction plan valued at over Rs 7.5 lakh crore at the base price across multiple bands for radiowaves allocated over 30 years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/CI5tzoh

IPL: Hetmyer, Chahal help Royals edge Lucknow by 3 runs

Shimron Hetmyer's late blitz and four wickets by Yuzvendra Chahal guided Rajasthan Royals to a narrow three-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier league on Sunday. Shimron Hetmyer's late blitz and four wickets by Yuzvendra Chahal guided Rajasthan Royals to a narrow three-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier league on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/T9745ps

EPL: Man City, Liverpool share spoils in pulsating title clash

Manchester City remained one point clear of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League standings after the pair cancelled each other out in a pulsating 2-2 draw at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Manchester City remained one point clear of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League standings after the pair cancelled each other out in a pulsating 2-2 draw at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/t2vRlzL

Mayawati didn’t react to CM-face offer: Rahul

BSP has grown at the Congress’s cost by taking over a big chunk of the latter’s Dalit base, and continues to suspect Congress, with political circles attributing the wariness to a possible estimate that an alliance with the party might help relegitimise the Gandhis among the Dalits of UP. BSP has grown at the Congress’s cost by taking over a big chunk of the latter’s Dalit base, and continues to suspect Congress, with political circles attributing the wariness to a possible estimate that an alliance with the party might help relegitimise the Gandhis among the Dalits of UP. from Times of India https://ift.tt/i9ejzAE

‘US wants India to move away from non-alignment’

US deputy secretary of state Wendy Sherman told members of the House foreign affairs committee that America shares a very critical relationship with India. “They are the largest democracy in the world. We have a strong defence relationship with them,” she said. US deputy secretary of state Wendy Sherman told members of the House foreign affairs committee that America shares a very critical relationship with India. “They are the largest democracy in the world. We have a strong defence relationship with them,” she said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ihZVfCs

IPL 2022: RCB march on as MI lose four on the trot

Mumbai Indians' season of woes just got a tad worse after the five-time champions followed another high-profile team Chennai Super Kings to lose their fourth match on the bounce as Royal Challengers Bangalore cantered to an easy seven-wicket win in an IPL match on Saturday. Mumbai Indians' season of woes just got a tad worse after the five-time champions followed another high-profile team Chennai Super Kings to lose their fourth match on the bounce as Royal Challengers Bangalore cantered to an easy seven-wicket win in an IPL match on Saturday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/gqJ5zHv

Sri Lanka opposition collects signatures for no-trust motion

SJB leader Sajith Premadasa told Parliament the government needs to address the financial crisis and work to improve governance. “The government must work to suspend debt and appoint financial advisers to start off the process of restructuring it,” he said. SJB leader Sajith Premadasa told Parliament the government needs to address the financial crisis and work to improve governance. “The government must work to suspend debt and appoint financial advisers to start off the process of restructuring it,” he said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tb0ymwZ

IPL: Gill, Rahul star in GT's dramatic 6-wicket win

Rahul Tewatia hit two sixes off the last two balls after Shubman Gill struck his highest IPL score as Gujarat Titans beat Punjab Kings by six wickets. Sent in to bat, Liam Livingstone scored 64 off 27 balls, laced with seven boundaries and four sixes to help Punjab Kings reach 189 for 9. In reply, Gill smashed 96 off 59 balls. He shared a 101-run partnership with debutant Sai Sudarsan (35) before Rahul Tewatia (13 off 3) finished off the match with two consecutive sixes. Rahul Tewatia hit two sixes off the last two balls after Shubman Gill struck his highest IPL score as Gujarat Titans beat Punjab Kings by six wickets. Sent in to bat, Liam Livingstone scored 64 off 27 balls, laced with seven boundaries and four sixes to help Punjab Kings reach 189 for 9. In reply, Gill smashed 96 off 59 balls. He shared a 101-run partnership with debutant Sai Sudarsan (35) before Rahul Tewatia (13 off 3) finished off the match with two consecutive sixes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oexXuD8

Live: UPTET results 2021 to be announced today

Examination Regulatory Authority (ERA) is all set to announce the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UP TET) Result 2021-22 on its official website. Candidates, who appeared for the UP TET examination can check and download their result on the official website - https://updeled.gov.in/ - through candidate login. Uttar Pradesh Diploma in Elementary Education has conducted the UPTET-2021 across the state on January 23, 2022. A total of 21,65,179 candidates, including 12,91,627 for the primary level and 8,73,552 for the upper primary level, were registered. A total of 10,73,302 candidates (83.09%) had appeared in the exam for the primary level in the state. Likewise, for the upper primary level, a total of 7,48,810 (85.72%) had appeared. The exact time for the declaration of the UP TET Result 2021 has not been declared by the ERA. Stay with the TOI for latest updates. Examination Regulatory Authority (ERA) is all set to announce the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UP TET) R...

Lucknow Super Giants call the shots against Delhi Capitals

The dew surely helped negate some of the problems the batters were facing with regards to their timing, but de Kock made sure he was there at the crease to take advantage. With 150 to chase, he added 73 for the opening wicket with LSG skipper KL Rahul to lay the platform for the win; and by the time he was dismissed Lucknow required 28 runs off four overs. The dew surely helped negate some of the problems the batters were facing with regards to their timing, but de Kock made sure he was there at the crease to take advantage. With 150 to chase, he added 73 for the opening wicket with LSG skipper KL Rahul to lay the platform for the win; and by the time he was dismissed Lucknow required 28 runs off four overs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/dT9Q4PN

IPL: de Kock dazzles as Super Giants slay Delhi Capitals

Quinton de Kock showed imperious form in his 80 off 52 balls as Lucknow Super Giants outplayed Delhi Capitals by six wickets for their third successive win in their debut IPL season on Thursday. Quinton de Kock showed imperious form in his 80 off 52 balls as Lucknow Super Giants outplayed Delhi Capitals by six wickets for their third successive win in their debut IPL season on Thursday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/qDTBVa1

India announces 3rd negative arms import list

India on Thursday announced its third negative arms import list of 101 more products in the ongoing drive to bolster domestic defence production, with defence minister Rajnath Singh warning that import of weapon systems with foreign software codes can lead to security breaches. India on Thursday announced its third negative arms import list of 101 more products in the ongoing drive to bolster domestic defence production, with defence minister Rajnath Singh warning that import of weapon systems with foreign software codes can lead to security breaches. from Times of India https://ift.tt/x4NRd9p

Congress must give up ‘soft Hindutva’: Sitaram Yechury

Yechury, whose re-election as general secretary for a third term is expected to get the party congress endorsement, also emphasised the importance of the Left parties working together to meet current challenges the working classes face. Yechury, whose re-election as general secretary for a third term is expected to get the party congress endorsement, also emphasised the importance of the Left parties working together to meet current challenges the working classes face. from Times of India https://ift.tt/qvJSXoF

On BJP foundation day, PM’s ‘parivar-bhakti’ jibe at opposition

Hitting out at family-dominated parties once again, Modi asserted that BJP stands for “Rashtra bhakti” and its rivals for “Parivar bhakti” but people have gradually realised that dynastic parties are the “biggest enemies” of democracy. Hitting out at family-dominated parties once again, Modi asserted that BJP stands for “Rashtra bhakti” and its rivals for “Parivar bhakti” but people have gradually realised that dynastic parties are the “biggest enemies” of democracy. from Times of India https://ift.tt/yWAo1bZ

'At Rs 249 crore, funds for LAC infrastructure up 6 times'

Junior home minister Nityanand Rai informed the House that funds allocated under the border infrastructure and management (BIM) scheme, meant to secure border areas of north-eastern states including Assam, rose to Rs 249.1 crore in 2021-22 from Rs 42.9 crore and Rs 72.2 crore in 2019-20. Junior home minister Nityanand Rai informed the House that funds allocated under the border infrastructure and management (BIM) scheme, meant to secure border areas of north-eastern states including Assam, rose to Rs 249.1 crore in 2021-22 from Rs 42.9 crore and Rs 72.2 crore in 2019-20. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MJRqk9Z

Centre blocks 22 YouTube news channels

The blocked YouTube channels, the ministry said, were used to spread fake news and coordinated disinformation over social media on sensitive subjects from the perspective of national security, India's foreign relations and public order. The blocked YouTube channels, the ministry said, were used to spread fake news and coordinated disinformation over social media on sensitive subjects from the perspective of national security, India's foreign relations and public order. from Times of India https://ift.tt/LU3l0BN

BJP MP asks govt to scrap newsprint import duty

The sharp increase in input costs and mounting losses, BJP MP Sushil Modi said, are making newspaper businesses increasingly unviable. He pointed to domestic difficulties in newsprint production and said many traditional newsprint manufacturers are converting their mills to produce packaging materials. The sharp increase in input costs and mounting losses, BJP MP Sushil Modi said, are making newspaper businesses increasingly unviable. He pointed to domestic difficulties in newsprint production and said many traditional newsprint manufacturers are converting their mills to produce packaging materials. from Times of India https://ift.tt/IpXD01f

Will carry out court orders on loudspeakers: Bommai

The CM said the government will implement “in stages” Supreme Court and high court orders on regulating the use of loudspeakers by shrines and other institutions. Also, there is a court order that questions why earlier orders on loudspeakers are not being implemented, he added. The CM said the government will implement “in stages” Supreme Court and high court orders on regulating the use of loudspeakers by shrines and other institutions. Also, there is a court order that questions why earlier orders on loudspeakers are not being implemented, he added. from Times of India https://ift.tt/j61LAVS

Can Arya Samaj temples be forced to follow Marriage Act?

A Supreme Court bench of Justices K M Joseph and Hrishikesh Roy agreed to examine this question on an appeal by an Arya Samaj organisation challenging a Madhya Pradesh HC direction to scrupulously follow requirements of SMA, under which it is mandatory to give prior intimation to parents of the couple intending to get married. A Supreme Court bench of Justices K M Joseph and Hrishikesh Roy agreed to examine this question on an appeal by an Arya Samaj organisation challenging a Madhya Pradesh HC direction to scrupulously follow requirements of SMA, under which it is mandatory to give prior intimation to parents of the couple intending to get married. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SaWQJBR

Imrans's‘foreign conspiracy’ charge: Sharif asks for proof

Speaking to journalists outside Supreme Court of Pakistan, Sharif said: “I demand Gen Bajwa and DG ISI to take notice of this issue and produce evidence in the SC if we (the opposition) have committed treason…I’ve never spoken such clear words before.” Speaking to journalists outside Supreme Court of Pakistan, Sharif said: “I demand Gen Bajwa and DG ISI to take notice of this issue and produce evidence in the SC if we (the opposition) have committed treason…I’ve never spoken such clear words before.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/xHth2l1

IPL: Karthik stars in RCB's come from behind win over Royals

A sensational display of hitting from Dinesh Karthik and Shahbaz Ahmed helped RCB recover from a mini batting collapse and record a four-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League on Tuesday. A sensational display of hitting from Dinesh Karthik and Shahbaz Ahmed helped RCB recover from a mini batting collapse and record a four-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League on Tuesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/TxpZFot

Ukraine live: '10 civllians killed, 46 injured in bombardment of Mykolaiv'

Meanwhile, the discovery of bodies scattered on the streets of the Ukrainian town of Bucha after the withdrawal of Russian forces has sparked global outrage with United States President Joe Biden calling for a war crimes trial and more sanctions on Russia. The UN's human rights chief Michelle Bachelet also says the images of people in civilian clothing, some of whom appear to have been bound by their hands and feet before being shot, suggests "possible war crimes", as does German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron. Stay with TOI for latest updates on Ukraine war. Meanwhile, the discovery of bodies scattered on the streets of the Ukrainian town of Bucha after the withdrawal of Russian forces has sparked global outrage with United States President Joe Biden calling for a war crimes trial and more sanctions on Russia. The UN's human rights chief Michelle Bachelet also says the images of people in civilian clothing, some of whom appear to have b...

India’s ambassador to Nepal Vinay Mohan Kwatra is new foreign secy

India’s ambassador to Nepal Vinay Mohan Kwatra will take over as the new foreign secretary upon incumbent Harsh Vardhan Shringla’s retirement later this month, the government announced Monday. India’s ambassador to Nepal Vinay Mohan Kwatra will take over as the new foreign secretary upon incumbent Harsh Vardhan Shringla’s retirement later this month, the government announced Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/M5xpXvt

For caretaker PM, Imran proposes name of former CJ of Pakistan

Pakistan Tehreek e-Insaaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan on Monday proposed the name of former chief justice of Pakistan Gulzar Ahmed for the office of the caretaker prime minister. Pakistan Tehreek e-Insaaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan on Monday proposed the name of former chief justice of Pakistan Gulzar Ahmed for the office of the caretaker prime minister. from Times of India https://ift.tt/miOCQwE

IPL 2022: Avesh stars as Lucknow beat SRH by 12 runs

Lucknow Super Giants paid 25 times more than his base price of Rs 20 lakh to get Avesh Khan's services in IPL 15. The move was worth it as his excellent bowling acted as the catalyst for his team's 12-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday. Lucknow Super Giants paid 25 times more than his base price of Rs 20 lakh to get Avesh Khan's services in IPL 15. The move was worth it as his excellent bowling acted as the catalyst for his team's 12-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/aiWDBbr

Covid deaths lowest since first week of lockdown

India reported just around 80 Covid-19 deaths in the seven days ending Sunday, the lowest toll from the pandemic recorded in the country since the week when PM Modi had announced a total lockdown in the country over two years ago. Fresh cases of the coronavirus continued to decline for the 10th consecutive week, with the current week's tally dropping below the 10,000 mark for the first time since April 13-19, 2020. India reported just around 80 Covid-19 deaths in the seven days ending Sunday, the lowest toll from the pandemic recorded in the country since the week when PM Modi had announced a total lockdown in the country over two years ago. Fresh cases of the coronavirus continued to decline for the 10th consecutive week, with the current week's tally dropping below the 10,000 mark for the first time since April 13-19, 2020. from Times of India https://ift.tt/gxecqyw

Sri Lanka's cabinet resigns en masse amid worsening economic crisis

Sri Lanka's cabinet resigned en masse from their positions at a late-night meeting on Sunday, the education minister Dinesh Gunawardena confirmed.All 26 ministers aside from President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and his elder brother Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa submitted letters of resignation, education minister said. Sri Lanka's cabinet resigned en masse from their positions at a late-night meeting on Sunday, the education minister Dinesh Gunawardena confirmed.All 26 ministers aside from President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and his elder brother Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa submitted letters of resignation, education minister said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oit7MgT

Imran gets House dissolved after dy speaker junks no-trust move

Pakistan's political slow burn over weeks culminated in President Dr Arif Alvi dissolving the National Assembly on Sunday on the recommendation of PM Imran Khan, who swiftly settled for the option of general elections within 90 days after the opposition's no-trust motion against him was no-balled as unconstitutional by the deputy speaker of parliament's Lower House. Earlier, Imran had claimed victory in his fight against the allegedly "foreign conspiracy" to oust his government. Pakistan's political slow burn over weeks culminated in President Dr Arif Alvi dissolving the National Assembly on Sunday on the recommendation of PM Imran Khan, who swiftly settled for the option of general elections within 90 days after the opposition's no-trust motion against him was no-balled as unconstitutional by the deputy speaker of parliament's Lower House. Earlier, Imran had claimed victory in his fight against the allegedly "foreign conspiracy" to oust hi...

IPL: Big-money Livingstone helps Punjab thrash Chennai

Liam Livingstone hit a superb half-century and then took two wickets as Punjab Kings beat Chennai Super Kings by 54 runs. Invited to bat, Livingstone's 60 off 32 balls and useful contributions from Shikhar Dhawan (33) and Jitesh Sharma (26) helped PBKS post 180 for 8. The bowlers then returned to dismiss CSK for 126 in 18 overs. Rahul Chahar (3/25) took three, while Vaibhav Arora (2/21) also grabbed a couple of wickets for Punjab. Liam Livingstone hit a superb half-century and then took two wickets as Punjab Kings beat Chennai Super Kings by 54 runs. Invited to bat, Livingstone's 60 off 32 balls and useful contributions from Shikhar Dhawan (33) and Jitesh Sharma (26) helped PBKS post 180 for 8. The bowlers then returned to dismiss CSK for 126 in 18 overs. Rahul Chahar (3/25) took three, while Vaibhav Arora (2/21) also grabbed a couple of wickets for Punjab. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KwrP2M4

J&K delimitation panel to hold public hearings on draft plan

The Delimitation Commission will visit Srinagar and Jammu on April 4 and 5 to hear members of the public and civil society groups who have submitted suggestions and objections on its draft delimitation proposal for the Union Territory. Sources said most of the representations received by the delimitation commission are from Jammu (60), Anantnag (40) and Kupwara (40). The Delimitation Commission will visit Srinagar and Jammu on April 4 and 5 to hear members of the public and civil society groups who have submitted suggestions and objections on its draft delimitation proposal for the Union Territory. Sources said most of the representations received by the delimitation commission are from Jammu (60), Anantnag (40) and Kupwara (40). from Times of India https://ift.tt/6Q89oBX

Modi & Deuba flag off first Indo-Nepal passenger train

PM Narendra Modi and Nepalese PM Sher Bahadur Deuba on Saturday flagged off cross-border passenger train services between Jayanagar in India and Kurtha in Nepal through videoconferencing. The train chugged off with 150 passengers, who were mostly dignitaries from India and Nepal besides a team of railway officials. PM Narendra Modi and Nepalese PM Sher Bahadur Deuba on Saturday flagged off cross-border passenger train services between Jayanagar in India and Kurtha in Nepal through videoconferencing. The train chugged off with 150 passengers, who were mostly dignitaries from India and Nepal besides a team of railway officials. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8CfwmSs

Live: Ukraine regains control of whole Kyiv region

Ukraine's presidential adviser on Saturday said that heavy battles are coming for the east, the south and for Mariupol. Meanwhile, Ukrainian troops are holding the front line in the east, he added. Stay with TOI for more updates: Ukraine's presidential adviser on Saturday said that heavy battles are coming for the east, the south and for Mariupol. Meanwhile, Ukrainian troops are holding the front line in the east, he added. Stay with TOI for more updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/L9oizcF

Malaika's interview just hours before her car accident

Bollywood actress Malaika Arora who walked the ramp for the prestigious Pune Time Fashion week, met with an accident on returning back to the city. Checkout this uncut and exclusive interview of her’s just a few hours before her accident. Bollywood actress Malaika Arora who walked the ramp for the prestigious Pune Time Fashion week, met with an accident on returning back to the city. Checkout this uncut and exclusive interview of her’s just a few hours before her accident. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mR9G1d

Ferguson, Gill power Gujarat to second IPL win

Lockie Ferguson claimed four wickets and Shubman Gill hit 84 to help newcomers Gujarat Titans remain unbeaten in two IPL matches after a 14-run win over Delhi Capitals on Saturday. Ferguson returned figures of 4-28 with his express pace in Pune to keep Delhi down to 157 for nine while chasing 172 in the second match of the day. Gill set up victory for Gujarat with his 46-ball knock that guided the team to 171/6. Lockie Ferguson claimed four wickets and Shubman Gill hit 84 to help newcomers Gujarat Titans remain unbeaten in two IPL matches after a 14-run win over Delhi Capitals on Saturday. Ferguson returned figures of 4-28 with his express pace in Pune to keep Delhi down to 157 for nine while chasing 172 in the second match of the day. Gill set up victory for Gujarat with his 46-ball knock that guided the team to 171/6. from Times of India https://ift.tt/hkDm9YS

Pak PM Imran Khan praises India’s foreign policy again

Embattled Pakistan PM Imran Khan said on Friday that a powerful nation has been angered by his visit to Russia this February and he praised India again ahead of the no-confidence vote against him on April 3 for Delhi’s independent foreign policy, saying it was centred on its people. He noted that the unnamed country’s ally, India, was importing oil from Russia as the West was trying to impose sanctions on Moscow after it invaded Ukraine. Embattled Pakistan PM Imran Khan said on Friday that a powerful nation has been angered by his visit to Russia this February and he praised India again ahead of the no-confidence vote against him on April 3 for Delhi’s independent foreign policy, saying it was centred on its people. He noted that the unnamed country’s ally, India, was importing oil from Russia as the West was trying to impose sanctions on Moscow after it invaded Ukraine. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WYTjmd2

IPL 2022: Umesh, Russell fire KKR to big win over PBKS

Umesh Yadav continued his dream run with a four-wicket haul before Andre Russell returned to his brutal best to fire Kolkata Knight Riders to an easy 6-wicket win over Punjab Kings. Umesh (4/23) produced career-best T20 figures to help KKR dismiss Punjab for a below par 137 in 18.2 overs. Russell (70 not out off 31 balls) then came out and changed the game with his barrage of sixes, eight in total, to make it a cakewalk in just 14.3 overs. Umesh Yadav continued his dream run with a four-wicket haul before Andre Russell returned to his brutal best to fire Kolkata Knight Riders to an easy 6-wicket win over Punjab Kings. Umesh (4/23) produced career-best T20 figures to help KKR dismiss Punjab for a below par 137 in 18.2 overs. Russell (70 not out off 31 balls) then came out and changed the game with his barrage of sixes, eight in total, to make it a cakewalk in just 14.3 overs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MuHCVL2

First audio recorded on Mars reveals two speeds of sound

The first audio recordings on Mars reveal a quiet planet with occasional gusts of wind where two different speeds of sound would have a strange delayed effect on hearing, scientists said Friday. The study confirmed for the first time that the speed of sound is slower on Mars, travelling at 240 metres per second, compared to Earth's 340 metres per second. The first audio recordings on Mars reveal a quiet planet with occasional gusts of wind where two different speeds of sound would have a strange delayed effect on hearing, scientists said Friday. The study confirmed for the first time that the speed of sound is slower on Mars, travelling at 240 metres per second, compared to Earth's 340 metres per second. from Times of India https://ift.tt/hyU8tSP