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Dalit woman raped, killed in UP; 2 arrested

A 22-year-old Dalit woman died after being allegedly sexually assaulted by two men in Balrampur district of Uttar Pradesh. She worked at a private firm and did not return until late at night on Tuesday. Later in the wee hours of Wednesday, the girl came on a rickshaw in a bad condition with glucose drip attached to her arms. She was soon rushed to a hospital but died on the way. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2SdvnIT via IFTTT

What all changes from today in your daily life

From no need to carry copies of driving licence, to health insurance to credit cards, there will be many changes in the rules for products and transactions impacting the daily lives of the people from October 1. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33enPMq via IFTTT

Army jawan killed in ceasefire violation by Pak

The Indian Army retaliated in a befitting manner, he added. Lance Naik Karnail Singh was killed in the firing from across the border, the spokesperson said. "The general officer commanding of the White Knight Corps and all ranks salute braveheart Lance Naik Karnail Singh, who made the supreme sacrifice in the Krishna Ghati sector in Poonch district on the night of September 30, and offer condolences to his family," he said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3ikn6xk via IFTTT

Congress demolished Babri: Vinay Katiyar

Katiyar said the Babri structure was demolished by Congress to topple the BJP government in UP. “No other mosque would be touched in future. Let peace prevail,” he told TOI. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3ig8ejx via IFTTT

Uthappa applies saliva on the ball against KKR

In the IPL 2020 match between Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders, Robin Uthappa was spotted applying saliva on the ball while fielding in the third over. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3imcC0p via IFTTT

What's new and what's not in Google Pixel 4a

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Ex-PM Rao would have felt vindicated by verdict

Had he been alive, the Babri case verdict that the demolition was not “pre-planned” would have brought a wry smile to the face of PV Narasimha Rao who faced severe criticism for the Dec 6, 1992 event, with some alleging that he was complicit in the mosque’s destruction. Rao felt the charge keenly and was at pains to argue that he had gone by the assurances of VHP and UP govt. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3n4YHQb via IFTTT

Times Top10: No evidence in Babri demolition

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Hard copies of DL, RC not required from today

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PNB reports Rs 1,203cr fraud by Sintex Industries

Public sector Punjab National Bank (PNB) on Wednesday declared its Rs 1,203.26 crore exposure to Sintex Industries Ltd as fraud.Pursuant to the applicable provisions of Sebi's Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) and the bank's policy, "we inform reporting of borrowal fraud of Rs 1,203.26 crore in NPA account of Sintex Industries Ltd (SIL)," PNB said in a regulatory filing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2G5cUfn via IFTTT

Babri ruling a travesty of an incident: Congress

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Technical glitch halts trading on Japan's exchanges

Stock markets in Tokyo and other cities suffered a day-long suspended trading session on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HI0XfT

Google Pixel phone 'designed for economic downturn'

The Pixel 5 loses several headline features of last year's flagship phone to hit a lower price tag. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30k9CeW

UP: Two arrested for Dalit woman’s rape, murder

A 22-year-old Dalit woman died after being allegedly sexually assaulted by two youth from another community in the Gaisri police station area of Balrampur. Both the accused, Shahid and Sahil have been arrested. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3jm9QJW via IFTTT

Vindication of belief, says Advani post acquittal

Acquitted of conspiracy charges in the 1992 Babri mosque demolition case, BJP veteran L K Advani on Wednesday welcomed the court verdict, saying the judgment vindicated his and his party’s commitment towards the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3n81RT6 via IFTTT

Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict: Russia offers to host Nagorno-Karabakh peace talks

The offer comes as Azerbaijan vows to fight for full control of the disputed Armenian-majority area. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3igkNeY

India successfully fires ‘super’ missile BrahMos

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Coronavirus: How Italy has fought back from virus disaster

Italy was the first country in Europe to be overwhelmed by the virus but is so far keeping it in check. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cWPWmJ

Nigeria turns 60: Can Africa's most populous nation remain united?

Nigeria's greatest challenge on its 60th anniversary remains its diversity, writes Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cNmUFH

Rwanda's clothing spat with the US helps China

As the African nation continues to ban the import of used US clothes, China takes advantage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jm74Vk

Sept was worst; India added 41% of Covid cases

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Live: International flights suspended till Oct 31

India's Covid tally raced past 62 lakh on Wednesday with 80,472 infections being reported in last 24 hours. While the number of recoveries surged to 51,87,825 pushing the recovery rate to 83.33 per cent, according to the Union health ministry data. Stay with TOI for live updates- from Times of India https://ift.tt/34hF2DQ via IFTTT

SC refuses to postpone civil services exam slated for Oct 4

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Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve vs Oppo Watch

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General Atlantic to invest Rs 3,675cr in Reliance

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) on Wednesday announced that New York-based General Atlantic will invest Rs 3,675 crore for a 0.84 per cent stake in its retail arm -- Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL) -- making it the latest in a series of investments at the oil-to-telecoms conglomerate. from Times of India https://ift.tt/36pRDYe via IFTTT

Don’t plan to get coronavirus vaccine: Elon Musk

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Disney lays off 28,000 at US theme parks

Prolonged closures and limited capacity at the parks has forced the company to cut its workforce. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2GpiRUg

Brazil judge stymies plan to revoke mangrove protection

Environmentalists feared fragile coastal ecosystems would be destroyed by redevelopment. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30j79Bw

Babri demolition case: A tale of two FIRs

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Top10: What will Babri verdict mean today?

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Rashid remembers his late mother after SRH win

Sunrisers Hyderabad's main strike bowler Rashid Khan struggled to hold back tears, dedicating his Man of the Match performance against Delhi Capitals to his mother and biggest fan who died earlier this year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2Gb8bZt via IFTTT

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Helen Reddy: Australian singer of feminist anthem I Am Woman dies

The Australian singer had a string of hits in the 1970s, but is best known for her feminist pop anthem. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33eMPTR

Key takeaways: Differences between Trump, Biden

The 74-year-old president and the 77-year-old former vice president are similar in age, and they share a mutual dislike. But they differ starkly in style and substance. All of that was evident from the outset on the Cleveland stage. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3jtc3Uh via IFTTT

Bhopal horror: 2-day-old girl stabbed 100 times

In a crime that has left Bhopalis horror-struck, a two-day-old girl child was stabbed over 100 times with a screwdriver, her body wrapped in a shawl and dumped beside a temple in Bhopal’s Ayodhya Nagar. This is the third murder of a newborn girl in the capital city of Madhya Pradesh in two weeks. Police are yet to identify the infant. from Times of India https://ift.tt/347DRqJ via IFTTT

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Joyce Echaquan: Outcry in Canada over treatment of dying indigenous woman

A nurse is sacked after Joyce Echaquan filmed herself in hospital apparently being insulted by staff. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i9FGIA

Rodrigo Tovar Pupo: Colombia arrests deported AUC ex-leader 'Jorge 40'

Rodrigo Tovar Pupo, alias Jorge 40, was deported from the US after serving 12 years for drug crimes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33e1vCF

Russian cleaner sweeps to power in surprise village vote

'Flabbergasted' Marina Udgodskaya only entered the race as her boss needed someone else to stand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/349pceH

Chris Wallace: First debate host and Fox anchor unloved by Trump

Chris Wallace, known for his tough interviewing of all politicians, hosts the first US presidential debate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2EEE37Z

Coronavirus: The disabled Indians losing their livelihoods

As Covid hits India, many disabled people are losing their jobs and can't afford food and healthcare. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33evkTt

Chinese teacher sentenced to death for poisoning nursery children

A Chinese court said she put poison into the porridge of her colleague's students in an act of revenge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Gkab16

Amazon sale: What we know & don't know so far

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Top Apple suppliers plan to invest $900m in India

Three of Apple Inc's top contract manufacturers plan to invest a total of almost $900 million in India in the next five years to tap into a new production-linked incentive plan, according to two sources familiar with the matter. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2HwNLdE via IFTTT

Google's main reason to remove Paytm is back

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How Apple sold less iPhones, made more money

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Teachers in J'khand turning village into classroom

As schools are closed due to coronavirus since March, government school teachers in Dumka's Dumarthar village here have found a new way to impart education to students who do not have access to smartphones from Times of India https://ift.tt/337YVxY via IFTTT

Google celebrates Zohra Sehgal work with a doodle

Google on Tuesday celebrated the work of iconic Indian actress and dancer Zohra Sehgal with a doodle. On this day in 1946, Sehgal's "Neecha Nagar" was released at the Cannes Film Festival. The movie, according to Google, Indian cinema's first international critical success. It won the festival's highest honour: the Palme d’Or prize. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3390PhI via IFTTT

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SC clears man held for rape after 4-yr live-in

No woman, after being sexually assaulted at knife-point, would write amorous love letters to the accused and share a live-in relationship for four years, the Supreme Court said on Monday while acquitting a man of 20-year-old charges of rape and cheating, for which he was convicted by the trial court and the Jharkhand High Court.​ from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kYq90e via IFTTT

DRDO man honeytrapped, held hostage for a day

A 35-year-old scientist who, police said, is associated with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) was honeytrapped and held hostage for almost an entire day at an OYO hotel by a gang of five that demanded a ransom of Rs 10 lakh. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3cHjjJe via IFTTT

Outstanding 'Super Over' from Navdeep: Virat

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli hailed young pacer Navdeep Saini's brilliant Super Over that helped his side win a pulsating IPL contest against Mumbai Indians on Monday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kUGLWl via IFTTT

Times Top10: India’s farmers are getting angrier

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Vadodara: Three dead in building collapse

Three persons died after an under-construction building collapsed in Bawamanpura here late Monday night. from Times of India https://ift.tt/36dZ70q via IFTTT

George Pell: Cardinal to return to Rome for first time since acquittal

The ex-Vatican treasurer is to return to Rome for the first time since being acquitted of sexual abuse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36bTuA1

Maha restaurants, bars allowed to open from Oct

In a major decision, Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray on Monday allowed 4 lakh restaurant, bars and eatery outlets in the state to start their operations from the first week of October, just ahead of Navaratri starting October 17. from Times of India https://ift.tt/339tyDi via IFTTT

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Coronavirus: Global Covid-19 death toll passes one million

UN chief António Guterres calls it "an agonising milestone" as the fight to stem the virus continues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n2VmRt

PM to inaugurate mega projects in U'khand today

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BTS to become multi-millionaires after label goes public

The South Korean K-pop group will become multi-millionaires after their label Big Hit goes public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/339oHlm

Ai Weiwei: 'Too late' to curb China's global influence

The Chinese artist and dissident says the West should have worried about China decades ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cEqwd4

Kangana Ranaut: The star taking on Bollywood

Why is Kangana Ranaut on a warpath with many of her colleagues? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i9t7Nh

Live: 3 dead as building collapses in Vadodara

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WATCH: KXIP's Nicholas Pooran defies gravity

Nicholas Pooran's acrobatic skills at the boundary rope to save a six stunned everyone. During the eighth over of the Rajasthan Royals' innings, young sensation Sanju Samson played a superb pull shot off KXIP spinner Murugan Ashwin. Pooran, who was fielging at deep midwicket, leaped in the air and dived full length over the boundary rope to catch the ball. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2S7fh3D via IFTTT

Hyd’s Loo Cafes all set to dot scenic Dal Lake

A Telangana startup has spread its wings to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) after abrogation of Article 370 by Parliament. The Loo Cafe (public washroom) concept in city will now dot the scenic Dal Lake in Srinagar and the first one will be inaugurated on Gandhi Jayanthi (October 2). This is the first startup from Telangana to set up shop in J&K. from Times of India https://ift.tt/335Cppk via IFTTT

Dreamworld accident: Australian theme park fined over four deaths

Four people were crushed to death on a water ride at the Dreamworld theme park in 2016. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jaGHBo

Was asked to implicate Karan Johar: Kshitij

Kshitij Prasad’s lawyer Satish Manshinde has reportedly alleged that the former employee of Dharmatic Entertainment (the digital arm of Dharma Productions), was specifically asked to name Karan Johar in his statement to the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). According to Times Now, the NCB has denied these allegations stating that they are a professional agency. from Times of India https://ift.tt/336iVAU via IFTTT

Five sixes in an over is amazing: Rahul Tewatia

Rahul Tewatia, who smashed five sixes in an over to help Rajasthan Royals beat Kings XI Punjab in an incredible IPL match, said he always kept believing that he could achieve the feat despite struggling initially in his innings. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2G3yDEc via IFTTT

Airtel vs Jio vs Voda: Biggest gainers & losers

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Sharad meets Uddhav; allies say it’s business as usual

A day after a meeting between the Sena’s Sanjay Raut and BJP’s Devendra Fadnavis set the grapevine abuzz, NCP president Sharad Pawar met chief minister and Sena president Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/343fRoC via IFTTT

Global coronavirus death toll passes one million

More than one million people have died from coronavirus, according to an AFP toll, after the deadly disease emerged less than a year ago in China and swept around the globe. The pandemic has ravaged the world's economy, inflamed geopolitical tensions and upended lives, from Indian slums and Brazil's jungles to America's biggest city New York. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mQDCJ0 via IFTTT

Pak to buy homes of Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar

The provincial government in Pakistan's Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa has decided to purchase the ancestral houses of legendary Bollywood actors Raj Kapoor and Dilip Kumar to conserve the historic buildings which are in dilapidated condition and facing demolition threat. The Department of Archaeology in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province has decided to allocate sufficient funds for purchasing the two buildings, which have been declared as the national heritage and lie in the heart of Peshawar city, an official said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kVK2VI via IFTTT

Google Meet may no longer be free from Oct

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Live: K'taka farmers protest against farm bills

Pro-farmer organizations are observing Karnataka bandh today to protest against the farm bills. Pro-Kannada organizations have also extended their support to the bandh. Stay with TOI for all the latest updates. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3czv4BJ via IFTTT

Times Top10: Covid tally past 6m, but a slowdown?

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Trump paid $750 in US income taxes in 2016, '17

Donald Trump paid $750 in federal income taxes the year he won the presidency. In his first year in the White House, he paid another $750. He had paid no income taxes at all in 10 of the previous 15 years — largely because he reported losing much more money than he made. from Times of India https://ift.tt/348jwBH via IFTTT

K'taka bandh by farmers today against state bills

More than 30 pro-farmer organisations have reiterated they will go ahead with Karnataka bandh on Monday to protest the central and state governments' agriculture and APMC bills. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3cJibVO via IFTTT

US judge postpones Trump ban on TikTok

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Shooting in Mexico's most violent state, 11 killed

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TikTok: US judge halts app store ban

District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i6NMld

The South African cleric taking on the church over a rapist priest

Reverend June Major has gone on hunger strike twice to demand that the church take action against her alleged attacker who still practises as a priest from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33a1tvE

Meng Wanzhou: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

The top Huawei executive's closely watched extradition case returns to court on Monday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cBCggr

'You're an opera singer? But you're not white...'

The story of Emmanuel "Onry" Henreid and the unexpected duet that went viral. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/335y2dU

The woman who quit smoking and built a global hypnotherapy firm

Grace Smith used hypnosis to give up smoking, and it inspired her to take up the profession. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2GhWIH3

Why India needs to worry about post-Covid care

Experts say India needs more post-Covid care centres as many patients are reporting lasting symptoms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/347ddho

Global Covid-19 count reaches 32,925,668

The global count of the coronavirus cases has reached 32,925,668, according to the latest situation update from the US-based Johns Hopkins University.​The Covid-19 death toll is nearing to 1 million as the total number of positive cases includes 995,414 virus-related deaths. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kSu1zx via IFTTT

Blog: A bigger agenda behind drug probe?

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While driving, you can use mobile phone only for navigation

Specifying the use of a handheld device or mobile phone while driving, the ministry notification said this will be allowed provided “such use is solely for route navigation by fixing the device on the dashboard of the vehicle in such a manner that shall not disturb the concentration of the driver while driving. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kV57iH via IFTTT

Covid hits China’s Belt & Road Initiative

China may be one of the first countries to emerge from Covid-19, but the pandemic promises to fundamentally change Beijing’s biggest geopolitical and geo-economic project— the Belt & Road Initiative (BRI). from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mXbfc8 via IFTTT

WhatsApp backup: What you may or may not know

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Live: PM Modi to address Mann Ki Baat

PM Modi is addressing the nation through the 69th edition of his 'Mann Ki Baat', his monthly address to the nation via radio. Stay with TOI for live updates from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mRSgQi via IFTTT

Apple online store, Jio PostpaidPlus plans & more

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How to video call 49 people on Google Meet

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'I have never procured or consumed any narcotics'

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Former Union minister Jaswant Singh passes away at 82

Former Union minister Jaswant Singh passed away on Sunday morning. He was 82. Jaswant Singh was a retired officer of the Indian Army and was one of the founding members of the Bhartiya Janata Party. He held the defence, external affairs and finance portfolios in Vajpayee government's different ministries from 1996-2004. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2GdmkFj via IFTTT

IPL: Power hitting, simple plan got Gill going

After playing a match-winning knock of 70 runs against SunRisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League on Saturday, Kolkata Knight Riders' batsman Shubman Gill said that it is important for all the openers to take their team over the line. from Times of India https://ift.tt/368ihVC via IFTTT

Maha bans sale of loose cigarettes and beedis

Maharashtra has become the first state in the country to ban the sale of “loose” cigarettes and beedis. from Times of India https://ift.tt/36am98z via IFTTT

IPL: More lows than highs for CSK in first week

MS Dhoni's boys now have a one-week break before taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad. Coach Stephen Fleming admitted that Chennai Super Kings will have to do "a bit of soul-searching" over the coming week and get their act together. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3czpGhI via IFTTT

Live: Ex-BJP leader Jaswant Singh passes away

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Blog: Farm laws to bring more freedom

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France racism: Paris to commemorate slave rebellion figure

A statue will honour Solitude, a black woman involved in a 1802 uprising in the French West Indies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jaqyfl

Happy Daughters' Day 2020: Images, & pictures

Daughters' Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Sunday of September. This year, it will be celebrated on the 27th of September. This day honours daughters across the world and celebrates them as a blessing in a family. It's a day dedicated to daughters and their families showing affection while celebrating the occasion by sending cards, gifts and flowers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mPvDfr via IFTTT

Brain-eating microbe: US city told not to use water amid contamination concerns

People in Lake Jackson, Texas, are urged not to use tap water because it might be contaminated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jkArr7

French Open to start with fan numbers slashed

The opening day of the French Open sees three Britons - Andy Murray, Johanna Konta and Dan Evans - playing at Roland Garros. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2S3tj6q

Amy Coney Barrett: Who is Trump's Supreme Court pick?

A favourite of social conservatives, Judge Barrett would swing the highest US court further right. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/335ExxB

Photography award winners show the fragility and beauty of mangrove forests

The Mangrove Photography Award winners show the beauty and fragility of the unique ecosystems. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i4vkK8

Denmark confronts sexual harassment at work in #MeToo moment

It started with a comedy awards show and a bombshell revelation that left the audience stunned. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HrHtvQ

Italian family fosters Gambian migrant: 'The son we never had'

When Gambian orphan Muhammed Sanneh arrived in Sicily aged 16, his life took an unexpected turn. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i5QyHm

Deepika, Sara, Shraddha surrender mobiles to NCB

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) probing the drug angle in the Sushant Singh Rajput death case on Saturday accepted the “voluntarily surrender” of the cellphones of actors Deepika Padukone, Shraddha Kapoor, Sara Ali Khan and Rakul Preet Singh for a detailed examination. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3i8Lkux via IFTTT

KKR will look to get their act right against SRH

It's been a disappointing start to IPL-13 for both Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad. After losing their opening encounters respectively, both teams will look to make amends and get back to winning ways when they face each other at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3i62icO via IFTTT

Ukraine military plane crash: Cadets among at least 22 people killed

The aircraft, carrying air force cadets, was on a training flight when it came down near Kharkiv. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/341fbQv

Playing against Dean Jones was special: Sachin

As cricketers came to terms with sudden demise of former Dean Jones due to a cardiac arrest, former batting legend Sachin Tendulkar talked to TimesofIndia.com while paying tribute to the former Australian cricketer-turned-commentator. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3i4Yhpc via IFTTT

'Drug offences of small quantities are bailable'

Almost two decades after the Centre rationalized punishment and liberalized provisions for liberty making both jail and bail dependent on quantity of contraband, legal experts say if amounts involved are small, to pin a person with non-bailable crime of ‘financing illicit traffic’ is “stretching the drug law.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/2ECN3KY via IFTTT

Live: India's Covid tally crosses 59-lakh mark

Over 58 lakh coronavirus cases have been detected so far in India, with 86,052 new cases reported in the last 24 hours. The death toll from the virus has reached 92,290, as per the latest update from health ministry. Stay tuned for all latest updates from Times of India https://ift.tt/2Gag9Se via IFTTT

Postpaid plans with unlimited calling, SMSes

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The most popular iPhone accessory in the world

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Why Elon Musk may be ‘unhappy’ with Microsoft

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India, Israel to develop hi-tech weapon systems

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India to Pak: Terrorism your 'only crowning glory'

The "only crowning glory" that Pakistan has to show to the world for the last seven decades is terrorism, ethnic cleansing, majoritarian fundamentalism and clandestine nuclear trade, India said in a scathing response on Friday, slamming Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's "incessant rant" and "venom" in the UN General Assembly. from Times of India https://ift.tt/366URjg via IFTTT

Maldives helps block bid to hold Saarc meet in Pak

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Top10: 'Centre diverted cess from intended funds'

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IPL: CSK missing Rayudu, admits MS Dhoni

Chennai Super Kings' skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni has no qualms in admitting that he has missed injured Ambati Rayudu badly in the last two games, and said that the three-time champions are "lacking a bit of steam" in their batting unit in the ongoing Indian Premier League. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hYXxlq via IFTTT

Nearly 31% prefer Nitish as CM, says poll survey

The three-phase Bihar assembly polls will be the first large-scale election in the country amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, and as per the IANS C-Voter Bihar opinion poll survey, 30.9% of the people are still backing Nitish Kumar as the most preferable candidate to be the chief minister again.​ from Times of India https://ift.tt/2S22bok via IFTTT

Philippines Troll Patrol: The woman taking on trolls on their own turf

Pro-government trolling has become rampant online in the Philippines, but some people have had enough. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mSW8Av

Week in pictures: 19 - 25 September 2020

A selection of remarkable images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i4IVRJ

Rimbaud and Verlaine: France agonises over digging up gay poets

There is mounting pressure to have two of France's best-loved poets reinterred in the Paris Pantheon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2EzCd8x

Singapore in world first for facial verification

The technology is being rolled out countrywide as part of Singapore's national identity scheme. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32ZIio6

PM Modi to deliver virtual speech at UNGA today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to deliver a virtual address at the annual UN General Assembly on Saturday, official sources said. The UN General Assembly this year is largely being held online due to the coronavirus pandemic. Majority of world leaders are delivering pre-recorded speeches at the summit in New York. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2HuA8M5 via IFTTT

Have sold all jewellery to pay legal fees: Anil Ambani

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'Vacate areas of J&K under illegal occupation'

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Karan Johar co's exec detained, actor questioned

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Friday detained filmmaker Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions’ executive producer Kshitij Prasad as part of its probe into the drug angle connected with Sushant Singh Rajput’s death. He was picked up for questioning along with another employee, Anubhav Chopra, at 11am. Chopra was allowed to return home in the night. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33XjPPG via IFTTT

'Cess collections not going to intended funds'

The Comptroller and Auditor General has pulled up the government for diverting a large chunk of the money it collected as cess to the general pool making it difficult to ensure that the funds were used for the intended purpose. It also said the Centre had overstated its revenue and transferred a lower share of Goods and Services Tax (GST) to the states than it should have. from Times of India https://ift.tt/333DIVN via IFTTT

Dean Jones was ahead of his time in ODIs: Shastri

Speaking to TOI on Thursday evening, just hours after Dean Jones passed away, Ravi Shastri conveyed his condolences. "Really shocking to lose a colleague and a dear friend. Gone so young. It's very sad that he had to pass away in my city, and at a time when I couldn't even meet him. I'm very sorry for Jane (his wife) and the kids," he said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33UO3CR via IFTTT

IPL: Virat Kohli takes blame for RCB's defeat

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli had no qualms in taking the blame for dropping Kings XI Punjab skipper KL Rahul twice, which contributed significantly to their 97-run defeat in the Indian Premier League on Thursday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mMH5s6 via IFTTT

No drugs found on us, says Rhea in bail plea

Actor Rhea Chakraborty and her brother Showik, while seeking bail from Bombay high court for allegedly financing and supplying drugs to actor Sushant Singh Rajput, pointed out on Thursday that no drugs have been recovered from them nor do allegations against them pertain to large or “commercial” quantities of contraband. Rhea and her brother have been in custody for over a fortnight. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3066N16 via IFTTT

Top10: How railways covered up its financial hole

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Hope India, China resolve differences: Trump

US President Donald Trump hoped on Thursday that India and China would be able to resolve their current border disputes as he reiterated his offer to help the two Asian giants in this regard. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2HrNYyN via IFTTT

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FBI probes police killing of boy on family's drive

A police officer fired 13 shots, killing John Albers in 2018 after being called to check on him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j2sczE

Tatas, Jubilant eye CCD vending biz

Tata Group, India’s biggest conglomerate, and Jubilant Food-Works (which owns the franchise for Domino’s and Dunkin’ Donuts in India), are weighing a bid for Coffee Day Group’s hot beverage vending machine business, said people with knowledge of the matter. ​​The beleaguered Coffee Day Group is seeking Rs 2,000 crore for the business, which has piqued the interest of marquee global private equity funds too. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kOKlBg via IFTTT

'Covid made 90% Indians careful with expenses'

Even as Indians increase their spending with the easing of lockdowns, over 90% of respondents in a survey said that the pandemic has made them more careful with expenditure as against 75% of global respondents. ​​Indians are being increasingly careful with money despite many of them (56%) reporting a spike in spending in July compared to global peers (46%) from Times of India https://ift.tt/3cvDUQS via IFTTT

Now, NCB summons exec of top film production co

After Deepika Padukone, Sara Ali Khan and Shraddha Kapoor, it is the turn of a Karan Johar production company manager to be summoned in connection with the Mumbai drug use case. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2Euslg6 via IFTTT

Court allows questioning of Rhea’s brother in jail

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NIA cracks B'luru riots case, arrests ‘key plotter’

Two days after it took over the probe into the mob violence that rocked Bengaluru on August 11, 2020, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at 30 different locations in the city and arrested a key conspirator, Sayed Saddiq Ali. NIA sources said the links of Saddiq , a recovery agent with a bank and allegedly a member of Congress, with hardline outfits. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kKsMCp via IFTTT

California wildfire trend 'driven by climate'

Global warming is behind the scale and impact of recent wildfires in the western US, scientists say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RVnI1Z

Magawa the mine-detecting rat wins PDSA Gold Medal

Magawa the African giant pouched rat has won a PDSA Gold Medal for his work detecting landmines. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/361CX1v

How worried should we be about deadly cyber-attacks?

Experts have been warning for years that it's not a matter of if, but when, hackers will kill somebody. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hXDTq5

Covid-19: China's dilemma over wild meat trade

Breeding snakes and types of rat for food or medicine is a source of income for some of China's poorest people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/335maJb

Polio campaigners battle misinformation and distrust

Pakistan and neighbouring Afghanistan are the only two countries in the world yet to eliminate wild polio. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j29LLv

Congress kicks off campaign against farm bills

Congress on Thursday kicked off its nation-wide campaign against the farm bills passed by Parliament earlier this week and referred to them as “anti-farmer, unconstitutional and in violation of the federal structure”. Congress spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi alleged the Modi government and the prime minister himself were “misleading” people on the provisions of the bill. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33Vp81X via IFTTT

UP to name & shame sex offenders

The UP government is planning ‘Operation Durachari’, to be launched soon for naming and shaming habitual offenders in the cases of crime against women. Chief minister Yogi Adityanath has also instructed the police to strengthen ‘anti-Romeo squads’ across the state. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2EugsH0 via IFTTT

Three-day ‘rail roko’ in Punjab disrupts services

Farmers in Punjab on Thursday began their three-day ‘rail roko’ protest against the recently-passed farm bills, forcing the Railways to suspend several trains to avoid confrontation with the agitators. The call for agitation was given by the Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee, which was later supported by several farmers outfits. Besides rail roko, 31 farm organisations have also called for ‘Punjab Bandh’ on Friday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kOsQRY via IFTTT

Akademi winner turns labourer to sustain family

Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar winner Navnath Gore is trapped by circumstance in the very trials his characters endure in the pages of his award-winning debut novel, “Fesati”. Life changed swiftly when the coronavirus struck and the lockdown in March temporarily closed the college in Ahmednagar district where he worked as a lecturer of Marathi on clocked hours. Since April, Gore (32) has been working as a farm labourer for Rs 400 a day to support his family. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3cFvJlf via IFTTT

Kashmiris don’t feel they’re Indian: Farooq

Former Jammu & Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday said in an interview that at this moment people from Kashmir do not feel and do not want to be Indian and might even want the Chinese coming in. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3iWF8Hm via IFTTT

Train runs over boy, he survives unhurt

By the time loco pilot Deewan Singh and his assistant Atul Anand could spot a two-year-old in the middle of the tracks their goods train was already running. They hurried to apply emergency brakes and the train screeched to a halt but only after it had passed over the boy. Filled with dread, Deewan and Atul jumped out. They blinked in disbelief but also utter relief at what they saw -- and heard. The child was crying, scared but miraculously unhurt.​ from Times of India https://ift.tt/3i1nPU2 via IFTTT

Top10: Rafale jets are here, where’s the tech?

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Breonna Taylor: Police officer shot during Louisville protests

Protesters are on the streets in Louisville, after no officers were charged over Ms Taylor's death. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j2XxCg

Wells Fargo's Charles Scharf apologises over race comments

The head of the US bank apologises for an "insensitive comment reflecting my own unconscious bias". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RWMkXO

Fire breaks out at ONGC plant in Surat

A fire broke out at an Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) plant here in Surat in early hours of Thursday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RV2voA via IFTTT

Blog: Landmark bills free the farmer

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Keep off internal issues, Turkey told

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US election: Trump won't commit to peaceful transfer of power

The president also predicted the election result will be determined before the Supreme Court. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RQ0wC4

Westpac bank to pay record Australian fine over laundering breaches

Westpac failed to adequately report 19 million transactions, some allegedly linked to child exploitation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cnXkXU

‘Game changer’ labour bills passed by House

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Didi ready for PM-Kisan, but wants funds moved

The West Bengal government has finally agreed to implement the Centre’s flagship ‘income support’ scheme for farmers — PM-Kisan — but with a rider. Chief minister Mamata Banerjee has demanded that the money be transferred to the state exchequer. But the Centre has made it clear that it would not tweak its rule of direct transfer to farmers’ bank accounts under the scheme. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RPTmxE via IFTTT

Opposition intensifies agitation, skips House for 2nd day

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Ex-DGP praises Nitish, hints at political plunge

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Trudeau promises 'ambitious' Canada recovery plan

The plan comes as Mr Trudeau warns Canada is in the midst of a "second wave" of the pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/305l2TT

Breonna Taylor: Protests in Louisville after grand jury decision

Demonstrators gather after the news that one police officer is being charged, but not over her death. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iZVnmL

'How Ruth Bader Ginsburg personally shaped our lives'

A plaintiff, a student and a politician speak about the late Supreme Court justice's powerful influence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mJh6BQ

MoS Railways Suresh Angadi dies of Covid-19

Union minister of state for railways and Karnataka BJP MP Suresh Angadi, 65, passed away on Wednesday, days after he tested positive for Covid-19. Angadi is the first Central minister to die of coronavirus. Angadi passed away around 8 pm at the AIIMS trauma centre, which has been converted into a dedicated Covid-19 facility, sources at the hospital said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/362UQwM via IFTTT

Live: Covid toll crosses 90k

With 86,825 new infections on Wednesday, India’s Covid-19 count in September reached 20,44,570, which is the highest recorded in a month by any country in the world. India’s Covid-19 fatalities crossed the 90,000mark on Wednesday, the last 15,000 deaths coming in just 13 days. Stay tuned for all latest updates from Times of India https://ift.tt/3csa6Vq via IFTTT

‘Joint statements aimed at LAC standstill’

The recent understandings between India and China — by the foreign ministers in Moscow on September 10 and military commanders on Tuesday — are intended to begin the process of a limited disengagement and ensure a continued ‘standstill’ at the Line of Actual Control amid a deep trust deficit between the two sides. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hY9b03 via IFTTT

Chennai, Bengaluru had ‘cleanest air’ in lockdown

Chennai, Bengaluru and Mumbai turned out to be among the best three cities in terms of having clean air during the first 40 days of the coronavirus-triggered lockdown, shows an analysis of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), released on Wednesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2HrfzQO via IFTTT

Meet 20 new Indian startups Google is backing

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iPhone users are going 'crazy' over these apps

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14-day extended quarantine didn't help: Dhoni

The extended two-week quarantine of CSK unit did hamper his preparations as he didn't get a chance to bat for a long time, said skipper MS Dhoni after his team's 16 runs defeat to Rajasthan Royals. Dhoni came in to bat at No. 7 sending the likes of Curran, Jadhav ahead of him in a 217-run chase. Dhoni's reference was to CSK's extra one-week quarantine due to Covid cases in CSK. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kGdxdT via IFTTT

NCB likely to summon Deepika, her manager

The NCB is likely to summon actor Deepika Padukone and her manager, Karishma Prakash, as part of its larger investigation into the supply and use of drugs in Bollywood. Another set of celebrities, Sara Ali Khan, Rakul Preet Singh and Simone Khambatta, will be summoned this week. NCB has so far arrested 20 people for drug peddling following investigations into Rajput’s death. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3cp0zhI via IFTTT

Bhiwandi building collapse: Death toll rises to 33

The death toll in the Jilani building collapse in Bhiwandi rose to 33 after recovery of seven more bodies from the debris on Wednesday morning . The total casualties in the tragic incident include 12 minor kids. from Times of India https://ift.tt/360XyD4 via IFTTT

Gavaskar helps MCA find 2011 World Cup final ball

Almost a decade after it went missing, batting legend Sunil Gavaskar has managed to trace the ball which the then India skipper MS Dhoni famously smashed into the Mumbai Cricket Association pavilion at the Wankhede Stadium to seal India’s 2011 World Cup triumph. The legend has managed to locate the ticket holder of No. 210 who had caught the ball that Dhoni hit. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35YtiIV via IFTTT

Indian-Americans have powered growth of US: Biden

Indian-Americans, with their hard work and entrepreneurship, have powered the economic growth of the United States and helped forge cultural dynamism in the country, Democratic presidential candidate and former vice president Joe Biden said on Tuesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3iTA5HG via IFTTT

Musk: $25,000 Tesla ready "in about three years"

Tesla's founder says new ways to make more efficient batteries will drive down the price of electric cars. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35VLweh

Nike expects permanent shift to online sales

The sportswear giant has seen digital sales soar and says few customers will revert back to stores. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iYfXUA

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UK sends US evidence on Islamic State 'Beatles'

Alexanda Kotey and El Shafee Elsheikh are accused of killing Western hostages in Iraq and Syria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/300ytoa

Gordi: The pop star doctor who answered the Covid call

Australian singer Gordi is "reaching people" through medical consultations, as well as her music. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/302Nbe9

Is the world entering a new Cold War?

The recent US-China tensions were laid bare in speeches by Trump and Xi at the UN in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cozUSk

The ‘Trump train’: 'I'm tired of people putting down our president'

Trump supporters in liberal towns organise truck convoys to foster solidarity among conservatives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hPBMnX

Six African heritage sites under threat from climate change

A recent study warns that without intervention many of the continent's ancient sites could be lost. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32T0MGC

How the UAE emerged as a regional powerhouse

From a mission to Mars to military expeditions, what is driving the UAE to punch above its weight? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hURvlJ

Why the case of a maid who battled a millionaire has gripped Singapore

The case described by some as a "David versus Goliath battle" has stirred up debate in Singapore. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iVB3TK

Oppn walkout in RS gives govt walkover on 7 bills

With opposition benches in the Rajya Sabha empty — their occupants walked out on Tuesday saying they would boycott proceedings until the suspension of eight MPs was revoked — the House passed seven bills, including one for return to the Lok Sabha, in a record time of three and a half hours. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35YArJj via IFTTT

‘China’s built 13 military positions since Doklam’

It’s well-established that the multiple incursions into eastern Ladakh in May came after months of planning and approval by the top political hierarchy in Beijing. Now, a report says China began constructing at least 13 new military positions right after the Doklam face-off with India in 2017. ​​Stratfor, a US-based global security and intelligence consultancy platform, said China began building three airbases, five permanent air defence positions and five heliports as part of a larger strategy. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mIx8fl via IFTTT

Iconic UK company to make guns in UP from Nov

Famous British firearms manufacturing company Webley & Scott (W&S), which armed the Allied forces during the two World Wars and produced weapons for at least 15 countries, will mark its presence in the Indian subcontinent from November with the manufacturing of arms from its new unit in UP’s Sandila (Hardoi), barely 30 km from Lucknow. It will be the first foreign company to manufacture firearms in India. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kDu4PK via IFTTT

‘Those reinfected have more severe infection’

Reinfection of Covid-19 has been confirmed using whole genome sequencing in four healthcare workers from Mumbai. All four have a more severe Covid-19 infection as compared to their earlier episode, according to a preprint published on The Lancet medical journal’s website. Those reinfected include three doctors from Nair Hospital and healthcare worker from Hinduja Hospital. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mJcqMa via IFTTT

Sharad Pawar gets I-T notice, says govt loves us

NCP president Sharad Pawar on Tuesday disclosed he had received a notice from the Income Tax department seeking additional information and verification on the affidavits filed by him during the 2014 and 2020 Rajya Sabha elections. "It reflects the government’s love for politicians like me.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kEKBCX via IFTTT

ED lens on Rs 1k cr payouts in Chinese betting case

The Enforcement Directorate has claimed that it is investigating major beneficiaries of the payouts from Paytm and HSBC Bank accounts of illegal betting transactions worth Rs 1,000 crore run by Chinese nationals using banned apps. The payment gateways were allegedly used for overseas transactions. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hQ3iBL via IFTTT

Short-run umpiring error borders on the bizarre

In Kings XI Punjab's IPL 2020 match against Delhi Capitals, the debate surrounding Chris Jordan’s run to the striker’s end on the third ball of the 19th over being called ‘short’ by leg-umpire Nitin Menon refuses to die. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RPgw7u via IFTTT

'Dengue may provide some immunity against Covid'

A new study that analyzed the coronavirus outbreak in Brazil has found a link between the spread of the virus and past outbreaks of dengue fever that suggests exposure to the mosquito-transmitted illness may provide some level of immunity against COVID-19. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RO10J6 via IFTTT

Chahal completely changed the game for us: Kohli

RCB captain Virat Kohli credited Yuzvendra Chahal's 3-wicket burst for his side's 10-run win over SRH in their opening IPL match. "Yuzi comes in and completely changed the game for us. Not many spinners got much out of the pitch, but tonight he showed that you can turn it if you have it in your wrists. ...he changed the game," Kohli said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hLjBjq via IFTTT

Women pilots picked to fly warship choppers

Get ready to soon see a woman tear into the skies in the new omnirole Rafale fighter, which can also deliver nuclear weapons. Don’t also be taken aback if you finally spot women on board an Indian warship on the high seas. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2FSi8uL via IFTTT

Realme Narzo 20 Pro vs others: Phones under 15k

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Why Facebook CEO is a ‘fan’ of Samsung phones

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Live: NIA conducts raids in Davinder Singh case

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Australia whales: 90 dead in mass stranding off Tasmania

Rescuers are racing to save the survivors of a group of 270 whales beached off Tasmania's west coast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32RjxKU

‘Fabricated narrative’: India slams Pak over J&K

India on Monday hit back at Pakistan for raising the issue of Jammu and Kashmir during the high-level meeting to commemorate 75 years of United Nations (UN), saying Islamabad is globally recognised as the epicentre of terrorism which harbours and trains terrorists, hails them as martyrs and consistently persecutes its ethnic and religious minorities. from Times of India https://ift.tt/32QFsBP via IFTTT

Italy votes to slash size of parliament by a third

More than 67% voted in favour of reducing the number of lawmakers by a third, projections say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32OXPa3

2/3rd of NSA detentions in 2017-18 in MP: MHA

Nearly two-thirds of the total 1,198 preventive detentions under the National Security Act (NSA) in 2017-18 were made in Madhya Pradesh and 28% in Uttar Pradesh, Rajya Sabha was informed on Monday. A total of 697 persons were detained under NSA in the country in 2018, of which 495 were in Madhya Pradesh & 167 in Uttar Pradesh. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hVwRlw via IFTTT

India trying to ‘circumvent’ ties downgrading: Pak

Pakistan has justified in an official statement its decision to not allow a senior Indian diplomat to lead the Indian mission, accusing India of trying to “circumvent the effect of downgrading of relations”. ​​​Pakistan had blocked the appointment of Jayant Khobragade, an IFS officer of 1995 batch, saying he was too senior to lead the Indian mission at a time bilateral ties had been downgraded. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35Vio6M via IFTTT

China encroaches upon Nepal land, builds infra

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Vande Bharat train bid only for desi companies

The Indian Railways will procure 44 Vande Bharat train sets for Rs 2,000 crore through reverse auction, which officials said is perhaps the biggest such bid. In this “domestic tender”, the qualified bidders will quote their prices online and it will be live. The bidder quoting the lowest price will get the order to produce these train sets. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kBqRQx via IFTTT

Airbus looks to the future with hydrogen planes

The aerospace giant said its hydrogen-fuelled passenger planes could be in service by 2035. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kyBrIf

NYPD officer charged with spying for China

Baimadajie Angwang reported on activities of Chinese citizens in New York, according to court documents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33Ne2vZ

Ruth Bader Ginsburg death: Voters on what happens next

We asked voters from across the US to weigh in on the justice's death and what should happen next. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hSb65W

Coronavirus economy: The 'banker ladies' saving friends from debt

Amid a pandemic and economic crisis, minority communities turn to traditional saving methods to help. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33UbHPY

How Mali's coup affects the fight against jihadists

Thousands of UN, French and regional soldiers are in Mali fighting Islamist militants - what difference will the coup make? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZV6cis

Bollywood bets on the small screen as Covid shuts cinemas

The pandemic has shaken the film industry, forcing it to think outside of the box office. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32O7YDY

Live: New cases drop by 20% as Covid testing dips

Monday’s count of 73,279 cases across the country was the lowest daily tally in September even as deaths reported on the day remained relatively high at 1,047. India’s daily Covid-19 case tally dropped by nearly 20% on Monday. Overall, India’s cases grew by 13% last week. Stay tuned for updates from Times of India https://ift.tt/33Nza59 via IFTTT

Provide food, aid to starving 1.2 lakh sex workers: SC to govts

Saddened by the plight of sex workers rendered jobless across the country, the Supreme Court on Monday told the Centre and states to urgently consider providing them relief in the form of dry rations, monetary assistance as well as masks, soaps and sanitisers. “Without waiting for our orders, see if you can do something,” a bench said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2ZYLjDg via IFTTT

2G case: Raja, Kanimozhi challenge hearing plea

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US Supreme Court: Trump told Woodward judge appointments are 'golden nuggets'

The US president bragged about appointing judges, audio reveals, talking to journalist Bob Woodward. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kxVUgg

Live: 8 oppn MPs suspended for 'misconduct' in RS

The Rajya Sabha passed the two farm sector related bills on Sunday amid strong protests by the opposition. Home minister Amit Shah is expected to be back in the House today, after a brief absence due to health issues. Stay here for all updates. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33OoCm6 via IFTTT

Emmys 2020 full winners list

Here is a list of the winners in key categories for the 72nd Emmy Awards, which were handed out in Los Angeles on Sunday. Cult favorite Schitt's Creek cleaned up in the comedy awards, taking home a total of nine prizes, including four for creator and star Daniel Levy. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2ZXeKFH via IFTTT

IPL: Rabada ensures Super Over victory for Delhi

Kagiso Rabada once again proved to be the 'King of Super Over' after Marcus Stoinis' star turn with both bat and ball ensured a thrilling Super Over win for Delhi Capitals in an IPL encounter against Kings XI Punjab on Sunday. It was Stoinis whose late assault saw Delhi reach 157 for 8 in 20 overs with his 53 off 21 balls and 57 in the last three doing the trick. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kxP6PI via IFTTT

Top10: How to pass bills amid pandemonium

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How Paytm became a ‘gambling app’

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Let stars & planets guide you in staying healthy

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Humpback whale finds escape from Australian crocodile river

Australian officials had feared the whale could collide with a boat or get stranded near crocodiles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FXOFPv

'FinCEN documents show banks moved illicit funds'

Several global banks moved large sums of allegedly illicit funds over a period of nearly two decades, despite red flags about the origins of the money, media houses reported on Sunday, citing confidential documents submitted by banks to the US government. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mBe42p via IFTTT

Solomon Islands: Men working for WW2 bomb clearing agency die in explosion

The men were working to help dispose of the many unexploded World War Two bombs on the islands. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZUP5O6

Live: 8 killed as building collapses in Thane

At least eight people were killed and many others are feared trapped after a three-storey building collapsed at Bhiwandi in Maharashtra's Thane. Rescue operations are under way. Stay with TOI for all the latest updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kwIssY via IFTTT

Govt signals it has support to push its GST formula

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Travel, PDS help for migrants in new labour code

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FCRA bill making Aadhaar a must for NGOs tabled

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) is all set to be amended, under which providing the Aadhar numbers of the office-bearers of any NGO will be mandatory for registration and public servants will be barred from receiving funds from abroad. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2HimFXM via IFTTT

Won’t change programme on Muslims: Channel to SC

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Emmy Awards 2020: Jimmy Kimmel kicks off virtual ceremony

Nominated actors will have someone waiting outside their home to hand over an award if they win. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ciGCcm

Climate Week: World split on urgency of tackling rising temperatures, global poll shows

Concern about climate change is growing, but there are big differences about the need for rapid action. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hOqdxt

With U-turn on bills, BJD surprises many

In a move that surprised political circles, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Sunday opposed the two farm bills in the Rajya Sabha. ​​​This is the first time BJD has opposed any legislation in the Rajya Sabha after NDA returned to power in 2019. From demonetisation to GST, CAA, triple talaq, RTI amendment and Article 370 revocation, the BJD has been supportive of PM Modi’s policies. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3cjad5f via IFTTT

Despite Covid, women still hold 52% of NREGS work

Out of a total 204.7 crore persondays of work generated under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS) since April this year women account for 52.5% (107.4 crore) persondays. In terms of absolute numbers over 4.3 crore women have been provided employment since April. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2EjtNSt via IFTTT

Neighbourhood in focus: PM to hold e-summit with Rajapaksa

India’s immediate neighbourhood is coming into focus again with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to have his first virtual summit with Sri Lankan PM Mahinda Rajapaksa on September 26, his first with any leader in the neighbourhood. ​​​The summit could be right on the heels of Modi’s address to the UN General Assembly, which will be delivered virtually this year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3iOdo7N via IFTTT

Govt introduces farm bills in RS: Key points

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Two possibilities on how the pandemic will end

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In Kerala, this tree gets ayurveda treatment

A 67-year-old tree, whose branches were cut off, is being given ayurveda treatment in a village in Kottayam to bring it back to life. from Times of India https://ift.tt/32Lhuro via IFTTT

The problem of groping gurus & silent shishyas

One of the worst-kept secrets of the tight-knit Indian classical arts circles is the predatory behaviour a lot of women artistes have to deal with — and it comes not just from all-powerful gurus but also from other men who wield influence, such as the accompanists and organisers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hT7dhu via IFTTT

Live: Security tightened across Hry, Punjab

Farmer outfits in Haryana and Punjab are holding protests against three farm bills passed by the Lok Sabha recently. Elaborate security arrangements have been made to maintain law and order. Stay with TOI for latest updates. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2ZS5RNE via IFTTT

IPL: MS Dhoni is a 'genius', says Sam Curran

After Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by five wickets in the opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Saturday, CSK all-rounder Sam Curran hailed skipper MS Dhoni as a "genius". from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kuSISw via IFTTT

Govt doesn't want you to download these apps

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Thailand protests: Activists challenge monarchy by laying 'People's Plaque'

Protesters cement a "People's Plaque" in a park and march in Bangkok calling for political reforms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZOKwEM

Emmy Awards 2020: Stars prepare to dial in for virtual ceremony

Nominated actors will have someone waiting outside their home to hand over an award if they win. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cd9hzD

20 books Tesla CEO Elon Musk wants you to read

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Google takes a dig at Apple over iOS 14 feature

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IPL: Experience of 300 ODIs pays off, says Dhoni

Chennai Super Kings' skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni feels that his team's tremendous "experience" has paid off during the five-wicket victory over defending champions Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League opener on Saturday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/32LMgAv via IFTTT

Envelope with poison addressed to WH intercepted

An envelope addressed to the White House and intercepted by US authorities contained a substance identified as ricin, a deadly poison that appeared to have been sent from Canada, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) said on Saturday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3cde7wN via IFTTT

Blog: Internet can’t be allowed to monetise hate

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Office mentors can be a great support system

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TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing'

The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hNOLGI

How the oil industry made us doubt climate change

Energy companies stand accused of trying to downplay their contribution to global warming. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kKmqDp

The Indian queens who modelled for the world's first vaccine

The mystery surrounding a 19th Century portrait and its role in one of the first immunisation campaigns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FVAbzD

Janusz Walus: Why far-right Polish football fans idolise a murderer in South Africa

Janusz Walus killed anti-apartheid leader Chris Hani in 1993, sparking fears of a racial civil war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33M7z46

'I still spend so much time on the kids - that needs to change'

Sarah Dahia from Australia takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mzrX17

The Nigerian filmmakers risking jail with lesbian movie Ife

The film board in Nigeria, where same-sex relationships are banned, says the film violates strict laws on homosexuality. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kmbFqB

'I was paralysed but a year on I'm running a mountain marathon'

Twelve months ago Carole Fortune, 56, suffered a stroke as she got out of bed, leaving half her body paralysed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kltfuF

Govt, oppn agree to cut short Parl session

In the wake of some Union ministers and MPs testing positive for Covid-19 following the commencement of the monsoon session of Parliament, opposition parties and the government on Saturday arrived at a consensus to curtail the scheduled session after passage of important bills. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3iYMj1q via IFTTT

A 'different' IPL season set to begin today

It’s not the usual time of the year that one associates with the Indian Premier League, but then nothing about 2020 has been usual. This year has followed a script which no one had anticipated. The good news for cricket fans and fans of T20 franchise cricket in particular is that the 13th edition of the IPL, albeit late, is being played. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35OOKjz via IFTTT

Here’s how this new scam around Paytm KYC works

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Gates on how Steve and Elon are really different

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This WhatsApp message about govt scheme is fake

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Rakul Preet files a plea with the Delhi HC

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NIA busts Pak-sponsored al-Qaida module, arrests 9 from WB, Kerala

The National Investigation Agency on Saturday arrested nine al-Qaida terrorists from multiple locations across West Bengal and Kerala after conducting raids in the two states. NIA had learnt about an inter-state module of the al-Qaida operatives at various locations in India, including the two states. The group was planning attacks at vital installations in India. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2ZOcOiA via IFTTT

IPL 2020: Mumbai face Chennai in opening clash

Yes, MI vs CSK is your quintessential 'big-ticket' encounter. And it is indeed ironic that the lung-opener of this delayed edition of IPL 13, played in the UAE because of the Covid-19, would have no tickets to the match as the tournament is for a TV-only audience. MI vs CSK is the El Clasico of the IPL given, have won seven titles between them and contested four IPL finals. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hL5QRy via IFTTT

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme Court Justice dies

The US Supreme Court justice was a feminist heroine, cultural icon and national treasure. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RDDgXI

How many people does it take to oust a political leader?

How big does a protest need to be to topple a political leader? One estimate is 3.5% of the country's population. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iXEoBT

Coronavirus in South Africa: Relief, pride and the 'new normal'

As the "worst phase of the epidemic" is overcome, experts delve into the data to learn more about Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZQDQWE

Pakistan outcry over police victim-blaming of gang-raped mother

A police chief's comments spark an unprecedented backlash after a woman was raped in front of her children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kvbSaR

Procurement norms tightened to curb imports

The government on Friday further tightened public procurement norms to allow ministries to mandate over 50% local content, while also insisting that overseas companies set up an Indian venture to execute a contract instead of supplying goods through imports. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35QTjdk via IFTTT

Ragpicker spends Rs 10L to erect his own statue

A Nallathambi of Atthanurpatty village in Salem district of Tamil Nadu, who earns a living by picking discarded bottles on the streets, spent his entire life’s saving of Rs 10 lakh to buy a piece of land to erect his own statue. from Times of India https://ift.tt/32GkENb via IFTTT

India may need to tweak its Japan template

As Japan steps into a new chapter with Suga Yoshihide taking over as prime minister from Shinzo Abe, India will have to change the template of its approach to its closest strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hJFnE3 via IFTTT

Ruth Bader Ginsburg: US Supreme Court judge dies of cancer, aged 87

The justice, an iconic champion of women's rights, dies at 87 after suffering from pancreatic cancer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3629zs7

Live: Karnataka's Covid tally crosses 5 lakh

Total coronavirus cases in India have crossed the 50-lakh mark with deaths due to the virus nearing 1 lakh. Globally, over 30 million people have been infected with the coronavirus so far. Stay with TOI for live updates from Times of India https://ift.tt/2ZRPWPj via IFTTT

How oil is helping govt battle Covid headwinds

The historic oil price crash in April and a protracted spell of subdued market reduced India’s oil import bill since January by 40%, giving the cash-strapped government some headroom as it battles Covid-induced headwinds. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RH9Fg4 via IFTTT

LAC face-off: China study group draws up plan

The sixth round of top-level military talks between India and China in eastern Ladakh is now likely to take place within the next few days, even as the fast-approaching winter has begun to exact a toll among rival soldiers deployed in the high-altitude region. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33FWHVz via IFTTT

'Border peace essential for development of ties'

While Beijing has said that India's China policy had not changed and that New Delhi doesn't consider development of India-China relations as dependent on the settlement of the boundary question, the government believes that these claims are not accurate. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2ZRwTEW via IFTTT

Scribe chased, thrashed on busy road in UP

A news channel journalist was chased, waylaid and brutally beaten by at least six men on a busy Saharanpur stretch following a minor argument over giving pass to a car. All the accused have been booked for attempt to murder and two of them arrested, police said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/32HBs6u via IFTTT

Kolkata-based fashion designer found dead at home

Dutta was found lying unconscious in the bathroom of her Karaya home last night. Kolkata police has registered a case of an unnatural death. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2REHGxz via IFTTT

Mumbai: Portion of building collapses after blast

A woman sustained minor injuries after a liquid nitrogen gas tank blast inside a lab at Century building on Veer Savarkar road, Worli, on Friday morning. A portion of the building also collapsed due to the impact. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kl8v6q via IFTTT

Scotland's nurse wins beauty pageant accidentally

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Rakul shocked with reports naming her in drug probe

Rakul Preet Singh moved the Delhi High Court against media trial, after her name surfaced in the drugs-related probe, in connection to Sushant Singh Rajput’s death case. Her plea stated that she was a non-smoker, a teetotaller, into fitness, yoga and meditation and is also known for her healthy lifestyle. According to ANI her plea read, "In recognition of her popularity, clean image and public service, the Telangana government appointed her in 2017 as the brand ambassador for the "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" programme. She is also associated with various brands, including Samsung mobiles.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/3hBDDNa via IFTTT

China holds military drill as US envoy visits Taiwan

The live-fire exercise in the Taiwan Strait comes as China accuses the US and Taiwan of "collusion". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35ILZQR

Australian footballer awarded 'landmark' disability payout

Shaun Smith said he had suffered serious brain injury from repeated concussions in matches. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2REFOVO

Covid: Dubai suspends AI Exp flights for 15 days

Dubai aviation authorities on Thursday barred Air India Express from flying there for 15 days after the budget airline flew a Covid positive person from Jaipur to Dubai on Sept 4. The flight suspension for AI Express will be from Sept 18 to Oct 2. UAE has a condition that passengers must have a Covid negative test report to be accepted on any flight bound for there. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2FDlTUA via IFTTT

Bolivia's interim leader Jeanine Áñez quits presidential race

She says she has acted to try to prevent the return to power of ex-President Evo Morales' party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZM71ub

Apple’s online store is coming to India this month

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Punjab: Farmers' body announces 'rail roko' agitation from Sept 24 to 26

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Will a rested Virat Kohli change things for RCB?

Despite having stars, Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore have finished last twice since 2017. Over the years, Kohli has come into the IPL either on the back of a demanding international assignment, or with a forthcoming series on his mind. But this season might well be a game-changer for the Indian skipper and his men. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2FIOcRk via IFTTT

Made-for-TV IPL a prime-time viewing in India

In the original concept, it was a made-for-television event. And that will prove to be a good thing for the Indian Premier League (IPL), the lucrative Twenty20 cricket competition that has been delayed several months. It's now set to be played away from home in the United Arab Emirates because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The tournament starts on Saturday, with the final to be played on Nov 10. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3ktChWB via IFTTT

6 'special' features coming to iPhones in India

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Bihar: Bridge washed away in Kishanganj ahead of its inauguration following rise in water level of Kankai river

A bridge in Goabari village in Bihar's Kishanganj washed away ahead of its inauguration following a rise in water level of Kankai river. Infact incidents of bridge collapse ahead of inaugurations are not something new in India. A newly constructed bridge washed away last month in Madhya Pradesh too due to heavy rains just before its inauguration. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2FI6AKl via IFTTT

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Global coronavirus infections top 30 million

Over 940,000 people have died since the outbreak began last year, says Johns Hopkins University. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RIEiBL

Winding up AI among 4 options suggested for sale

The transaction adviser for Air India’s divestment has suggested four options to the government regarding the struggling airline’s future that range from shutting it down to further reducing the debt of over Rs 23,000 crore that bidders need to take on and letting them choose a level they find viable. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35LtSK1 via IFTTT

US election: Are older Trump voters sticking with him?

The US president relied on over-65s to win the White House in 2016 but their support this time is not assured. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2EeXTGS

Mozambique's jihadists and the 'curse' of gas and rubies

Three years into an escalating insurgency, the president admits the "resource curse" is to blame. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iJkuKx

India's Covid crisis sees rise in child marriage and trafficking

Reports of under-age marriage and child labour rose as the lockdown pushed people deeper into poverty. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Fvq0SR

How photographers track down stolen pictures

Some call them copyright trolls, but these companies say they defend photographers' rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3c7FOqJ

Forces foil Pulwama-attack-type plot

Another plot to re-enact a Pulwama-type bombing was busted in south Kashmir's Awantipora on Thursday when security forces sniffed out two underground explosives dumps containing a large quantity of gelatin sticks and detonators. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RCmyYQ via IFTTT

Model established pad bank for underprivileged girls

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BCCI brings in 'FDS' to monitor IPL corruption

Sportradar had recently red-flagged six suspicious matches in the Goa Professional League, as reported by TOI. The company's "Fraud Detecting System (FDS) monitors odds in the markets over 600 bookmakers and these bookmakers are of different kinds, from different countries, different regions, including the so-called grey market or the illegal operators," Tom Mace, who heads Sportradar's global operations, was quoted as saying on Tuesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35L8HYK via IFTTT

Blog: Modi @ 70 - Up close & personal

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30 iPhones & iPads getting iOS 14 & iPadOS 14

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Top10: Why UAPA charge itself may be punishment

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Trump does not ‘like’ idea of Oracle-TikTok deal

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RBI guv dashes hopes of V-shaped eco recovery

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday squashed expectations of a V-shaped recovery and called for a policy focus on increasing India’s participation in global value chains. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2FGzgDp via IFTTT

Key component of iPhone 12

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3 terrorists killed in ongoing Srinagar encounter

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US central bank sees rates near zero through 2023

With the economy still struggling to recover from the pandemic recession, US Federal Reserve policymakers signaled Wednesday that their benchmark short-term interest rate will likely remain at zero at least through 2023 and possibly even longer. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3c3KKwO via IFTTT

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Biden says US trade deal hinges on UK 'respect' for Good Friday Agreement

The presidential candidate says peace in Northern Ireland cannot become a "casualty of Brexit". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZHt4BZ

Covid pushes New Zealand into worst recession in years

The country saw early success in keeping out the virus, but strict measures have taken a toll. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Rzkd0S

IPL: Pandya's form crucial for Mumbai Indians

Around seven months back, when he smashed four sixes in a 25-ball 38, and then took three for 26 while playing in the DY Patil T20 game, Hardik Pandya served enough notice of how hungry he was to return to the game after almost five months, following lower back surgery. A good IPL for Pandya would enable the selectors to punt on him to play a key part in Australia tour too. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2E8SoJL via IFTTT

'For me whale meat is my childhood, my memories'

Sales of whale meat rise in Norway, helped by more Norwegians going on staycations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33Qhiqv

China debt dogs Maldives' 'bridge to prosperity'

After borrowing vast sums for infrastructure projects, can the tiny island nation pay it back? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32AU1cs

One in three Delhiites has Covid antibodies

Nearly 33% of Delhi’s population has in all likelihood developed Covid antibodies. This was revealed in the initial analysis of the third serological survey in which 17,000 samples were collected from all 11 districts. The outcome of this survey is expected to be officially announced next week. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3iH2vEs via IFTTT

Coronavirus: South Africa eases strict lockdown as cases drop

From 20 September a curfew will be eased, bigger gatherings allowed, and alcohol will be on sale. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3c3ttUu

Migrant crisis 2015: What happened to Nujeen Mustafa?

Nujeen fled war in Syria, and crossed Europe in her wheelchair in 2015, but where is she now? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33yKEt3

New PLA ‘tactics’: Warning Indian troops in Hindi

In a bid to “unnerve” Indian soldiers entrenched on the heights, the PLA has taken to loudspeakers to issue warnings in chaste Hindi apart from playing Punjabi songs. “The PLA is trying to stir disaffection among our troops. But such psychological operations do not trouble our battle-hardened soldiers,” an Indian Army officer added. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3murJs8 via IFTTT

Delhi riots: 17k-page chargesheet filed against 15

A little less than 200 days after filing an FIR to investigate the conspiracy behind the riots that rocked northeast Delhi in February this year, Delhi Police’s special cell on Wednesday filed a 17,000-page chargesheet against 15 people, all anti-CAA protesters, in a city court. This was the culmination of the first phase of the probe. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35HMudZ via IFTTT

SC seeks status report on CCTVs at police stations

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked chief secretaries of all states and Union Territories to furnish within two months status of CCTV installation in all 16,000 police stations across the country, even though many of them lack vehicles, phones, wireless sets and facilities for drinking water and clean toilets. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2ZL2U1l via IFTTT

JD(U)-LJP rift gives BJP a headache ahead of polls

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20 tn of Padma hilsa hit Kolkata mkts after 8 yrs

The city's retail markets on Tuesday saw a frenzy for hilsa from the Padma, which came in after almost eight years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/32yDpC1 via IFTTT

Covid-19: Vaccine shots will reach most only in late 2021, say experts

This is assuming that there will be an approved vaccine in the market by the first quarter of 2021 in India as current indications suggest, and with which most experts concur. Interestingly, the launch dates of vaccines are being pushed back frequently by the government. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33utEEt via IFTTT

Indian Army busts myth of PLA's might

The Chinese PLA, which has not fought a war since it got a bloody nose against Vietnam, might have underestimated India's resolve to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3c25Ds8 via IFTTT

How does loss of smell from Covid-19 feels like?

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China vaccinates many before trials are completed

China is inoculating tens of thousands of its citizens with experimental coronavirus vaccines and attracting international interest in their development, despite expert concerns over the safety of drugs that have not completed standard testing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kmvJJs via IFTTT

Apple Watch 6 may have a hint for iPhone 12 buyers

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Live: Rhea Chakraborty likely to file for bail today

Sushant Singh Rajput’s untimely demise on June 14 is being probed by the Central Bureau of Investigation while the Narcotics Control Bureau is looking into the alleged drugs angle and have arrested Sushant’s girlfriend Rhea Chakraborty and her brother Showik. The NCB got 14-days judicial custody of Rhea, who is reportedly lodged at Byculla jail. According to reports, Rhea and Showik are likely to file for bail today. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2FqX5PT via IFTTT

Yoshihide Suga elected Japan's new prime minister succeeding Shinzo Abe

Yoshihide Suga has won the vote in parliament, and is largely expected to stay his predecessor's course. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35Ekd7U

Yoshihide Suga: The unexpected rise of Japan’s new prime minister

What we know about the new leader who replaces long-time premier Shinzo Abe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33ALtBw

‘Your PM proudly admits training terrorists’: India slams Pak at UN

"Neither India nor others deserve this unsolicited lecture on human rights from a country that has consistently persecuted its ethnic and religious minorities.....and has a Prime Minister who proudly admits training tens of thousands of terrorists to fight in J&K," said First secretary Pawan Badhe delivering India's statement in its right to reply at Human Rights Council. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3mmVBXk via IFTTT

IPL: Franchises 'ready' for the T20 show to begin

Numbers are already telling a story if one goes listening. Expect this year's IPL to crash through the roof in what is going to be a television-only event. What's possibly a question surrounding this unique edition is whether the cricketers - who've spent close to five months in isolation - can deliver from the word go. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35IXIyK via IFTTT

Apple's most powerful iPad yet: 11 things to know

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Nissan Z Proto revealed; inherits racing genes

The production model is likely to be named 400Z after launch planned in 2021. The Z series has been Nissan performance bet for decades now. Under the long hood is a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 in both 300- and 400-hp states of tune in the Infiniti Q50 and Q60. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3huyK8A via IFTTT

Coronavirus: India infections top five million mark

It is the world's second-highest caseload, amid reports of intensive care beds and oxygen shortages. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33ywd8h

Coronavirus: Trump denies downplaying severity of virus

The president said in an interview earlier this year he minimised the virus's severity to avoid panic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hAsYCz

Attempt was made to influence Delhi polls, says ex-staffer of FB

A former Facebook employee, Sophie Zhang, has alleged that a "coordinated attempt" was made on the social media platform to “influence” the Delhi elections in Feb this year. “I worked through sickness to take down a politically-sophisticated network of more than a thousand actors working to influence the election,” she wrote in a 6,600-word internal memo leaked online. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2FpN05L via IFTTT

Apple Watch Series 6 vs Apple Watch SE

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Pricing & availability of new Apple Watches & iPads

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Top10: Why is Toyota ‘angry’ with Indian govt?

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Can Dhoni lead CSK to their fourth IPL title?

When MS Dhoni takes the field for Chennai Super Kings on Sept 19, he will do so as a former India cricketer. International retirement may mean there's not much left to prove for Dhoni, but pull out of CSK senior pros has thrown another challenge at him. While his batting approach will be keenly observed, this season could prove to be one of his tougher assignments as captain. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3iyOnx2 via IFTTT

Bill Gates Sr, father of Microsoft’s co-founder, dies

Bill Gates Sr, a lawyer and the father of Microsoft’s co-founder, who stepped in when appeals for charity began to overwhelm his billionaire son and started what became the world’s largest philanthropy, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, died on Monday at his beach home on Hood Canal, in the Seattle area. He was 94. The cause was Alzheimer’s disease, his family said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33uDuGs via IFTTT

We could end the virus pandemic in 2022: Gates

Bill Gates, billionaire philanthropist, is optimistic the Covid-19 pandemic could end in 2022 if countries cooperate and do “a brilliant job”. In a Skype interview with TOI, Gates said that if there are lots of good vaccines made in volume then the health system will be back fairly quickly. Gates also acknowledged India’s crucial role in manufacturing a possible vaccine. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3c4kZw5 via IFTTT

2 reinfection cases confirmed in Noida

Two healthcare workers from a Noida hospital could be the country’s first genetically proven cases of Covid-19 reinfection, according to the preprint of a research paper submitted by the prestigious Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology, a Council of Scientific and Industrial Research laboratory located in Delhi. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3iErjwY via IFTTT

Gates on India’s role in vaccine manufacturing

The way Covid-19 spread across the world unhindered, does Bill Gates think it’s primarily an administrative and governance failure across the world? The answer may well lie in the approach taken by countries during the first few weeks. Which countries got testing going very quickly, which countries did contact tracing, other measures, like wearing masks. Gates also answers the leadership aspect in terms of getting people to adopt these measures. Watch the video for full details. from Times of India https://ift.tt/32vxTAf via IFTTT

1 symptom of Covid that differentiates it from flu

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Scotland's nurse wins beauty pageant accidentally

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IPL: MS Dhoni set to 'rule the roost' in UAE

MS Dhoni, who has led the Chennai Super Kings to three titles and five runner-up finishes in the IPL's 12 editions, will feature in the opening match on Saturday against the Mumbai Indians, the defending champions. The game comes more than a year after the 39-year-old last played for India in their semi-final loss to New Zealand in the 2019 World Cup. from Times of India https://ift.tt/32w4SVe via IFTTT

India beats China to win crucial election to UN

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Messi tops wealth league ahead of Ronaldo

Lionel Messi was denied a potentially money-spinning move away from Barcelona this month after a contract-dispute but the Argentine maestro remains the world's richest soccer player. According to Forbes, Messi's total earnings this year are $126 million -- $92 million from his salary and $34 million in endorsements. Not surprisingly Cristiano Ronaldo comes in second. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3kl9VxU via IFTTT

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus review

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Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump issues stern warning to Iran 09/14/20 8:44 PM

Dabbawalas drive autos for their own lunch

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Opinion: How to grow Digital India

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New Watch, iPad to expect from Apple’s event

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Spot difference: Twitter user photoshops Kejriwal pic

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Hyundai unveils 4th-gen Tucson, N Line in-bound

Tucson, a popular product for Hyundai, has racked up global sales of more than 7 million units since its original launch in 2004. The all-new Tucson goes on sale in Korea in September as a 2021 model. It will go on sale in the US and other global markets as a 2022 model starting from the first half of 2021. from Times of India https://ift.tt/35BNNuT via IFTTT

What does a deal between TikTok & Oracle mean?

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TikTok: YouTube launches rival to be tested in India

India was TikTok's largest overseas market before the social media app was banned there in June. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bZt1q8

Daniel Prude death: Rochester mayor sacks police chief over 'spit hood' case

Daniel Prude's death in March was a key event in months of unrest over racial injustice in the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kda6Li