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KIIT student death: Nepal PM steps in, activates diplomatic channels for relief

Times of India - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 22:33
A Nepalese BTech student at KIIT in Bhubaneswar allegedly died by suicide due to on-campus harassment, leading to the arrest of a fellow student. Nepal's PM intervened after reports of forced eviction of Nepali students, prompting Odisha's government to allow their return and restore normalcy.
Categories: National News

'I am upside down': Survivor captures moment Delta jet flipped, crash-landed in Toronto

Times of India - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 22:33
A Delta airplane crashed at Toronto's Pearson airport, flipping upside down during landing, injuring seventeen people, with three in critical condition. Runways are closed until Tuesday for investigation. Emergency services responded swiftly, confirming all passengers and crew survived the incident involving Flight 4819.
Categories: National News

Assuming China is enemy unfair, says Sam Pitroda, draws fire from BJP

Times of India - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 22:22
Congress distanced itself from Sam Pitroda's comments suggesting India has been unnecessarily confrontational towards China, following strong BJP criticism. BJP condemned Pitroda's remarks as anti-national, citing sacrifices in the Galwan clash, and emphasized maintaining India's security and prestige in international relations.
Categories: National News

In rare honour, PM Modi receives Amir of Qatar at airport

Times of India - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 22:11
PM Narendra Modi welcomed Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani at the airport, marking his first visit to India in nine years. This gesture places Al-Thani among a select group of dignitaries who received this honor. Discussions will focus on enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, technology, and energy, and addressing regional and global issues, including the Gaza situation.
Categories: National News

Replace Urdu with Sanskrit, another school in Rajasthan told

Times of India - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 22:08
A senior secondary school in Bikaner, Rajasthan, has received orders to replace Urdu with Sanskrit as a third language due to low enrollment in Urdu classes. The decision follows a similar directive to a school in Jaipur, sparking controversy and allegations about fake degrees among Urdu teachers.
Categories: National News

Offering a boost to caravan tourism, hybrid caravan park opens at Malampuzha

Hindu - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 21:47
Tourism Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas inaugurates park which has facility to park six large caravans and six camper vans
Categories: National News

Probe US funding of $21 million for India's 'voter turnout': BJP

Times of India - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 21:25
BJP has demanded an investigation into USAID's alleged $21 million contribution to boost voter turnout in India, following revelations by Elon Musk-led DOGE. Despite claims of no funding involvement by the former CEC, concerns about the transparency of USAID's operations remain.
Categories: National News

Video: Delta plane flipped upside down on snowy runway on Toronto airport

Times of India - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 21:00
A Delta Airlines plane made a crash landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport, ending up upside down on a snowy runway and injuring eight people. The incident followed a winter storm and is part of a recent pattern of multiple aircraft accidents occurring in a short span of time.
Categories: National News

13 Kumbh pilgrims dead, 26 injured in six accidents across MP & UP

Times of India - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 21:00
Seven Kumbh pilgrims lost their lives and at least 15 were injured in three road accidents in Madhya Pradesh since Sunday. In Uttar Pradesh, three Nepalese nationals among six devotees were killed and 11 others injured in three mishaps on Monday. The total death toll from such accidents has risen to 141 so far.
Categories: National News

Bird flu scare: Poultry market hit ahead of Ramzan, mutton demand surges

Hindu - Mon, 02/17/2025 - 20:55
Poultry vendors are facing heavy losses, while mutton sellers are struggling to keep up with the soaring demand, especially with Ramzan approaching
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