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New law to ensure use of Waqf land for people's welfare: Scindia

Hindu - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 04:08
"The opposition's thinking and ideology is to run the affairs of the Waqf (Board) with monopoly and misuse things (properties). But Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP and government have exposed them," Mr. Scindia
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Tamilisai Soundararajan pens emotional note on her father Kumari Ananthan’s demise

Hindu - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 03:57
“Whatever you thought you wanted to do for people, we will do it,” said BJP leader Tamilisai Soundarajan, in a tribute to her father and Congressman Kumari Ananthan
Categories: National News

Stock market today: BSE Sensex opens over 350 points down; Nifty50 below 22,450

Times of India - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 03:49
Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, were trading in red in afternoon trade on Wednesday on the back of global cues. ​​While BSE Sensex dipped over 350 points, Nifty50 was below 22,450.
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T.N. CM Stalin, Governor R.N. Ravi, and political leaders pay tribute to Kumari Ananthan

Hindu - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 03:48
Earlier in the day, Mr. Stalin, in a statement, had expressed grief over the demise of Ananthan. “Mr. Kumari Ananthan surrendered himself to the Congress. His demise is a big loss to the Tamil community,” he had said
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'Result of outside threats': North Korea says its nuclear status is permanent

Times of India - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 03:26
Kim Yo Jong, sister of Kim Jong-un, declared North Korea's nuclear status irreversible, dismissing demands for denuclearization from the U.S. and its allies. She asserted that North Korea's nuclear arsenal is enshrined in its constitution and a response to external threats.
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20 killed in fire at northern China nursing home, probe under way

Times of India - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 03:13
A tragic fire at a nursing home in Hebei province, China, has claimed the lives of at least 20 people. The blaze erupted around 9:00 pm local time on Tuesday in Longhua County, approximately 180 kilometres from Beijing. While the fire has been brought under control, several elderly residents were evacuated to nearby hospitals for treatment.
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Saif stabbing case: 1000-page chargesheet filed, forensic links knife to accused

Times of India - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 03:10
Mumbai Police filed a chargesheet against Shariful Islam in the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case. The chargesheet includes forensic and fingerprint evidence. This evidence links Islam to the crime. The attack occurred in January at Khan's Bandra residence. Islam allegedly attempted robbery. Khan sustained severe injuries, including damage to his spine. Islam had entered India from Bangladesh before the incident.
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IPL: Amid dating rumours with Chahal, RJ Mahvash spotted in the stands

Times of India - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 03:02
Social media personality Rj Mahvash fueled dating rumors with cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal after being spotted at a Punjab Kings vs. Chennai Super Kings match. Previously, Mahvash was seen with Chahal celebrating India's Champions Trophy win, further sparking speculation.
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Why is active mobility necessary in India? | Explained

Hindu - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 03:00
What is active mobility and how is it a sustainable mode of transportation? What is the Karnataka Active Mobility Bill, 2022? How will non-motorised modes of transport increase health benefits? How have other countries integrated active mobility in their infrastructures?
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‘Peace process underway’: SC defers plea for probe into 2018 Sukma encounter

Hindu - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 02:53
Chhattisgarh government had earlier opposed the plea, saying that “bogus claims” were made in it and had said photographs attached with the plea were not of the alleged incident
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'I'm President who stands up for Main Street, not Wall Street': Trump

Times of India - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 02:45
President Trump defends his tariff policy amidst market volatility and economic unease, asserting his commitment to American workers over Wall Street interests. Despite warnings from economists and pressure from business leaders, Trump shows no signs of backing down from his aggressive trade stance. This resolve sets the stage for continued clashes and potential economic challenges.
Categories: National News

Caught in pallu: In Karnataka, men in sarees pull off MGNREGA scam

Times of India - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 01:38
A scam has been unearthed in Karnataka's Yadgir district, where men allegedly dressed as women to fraudulently claim wages under the MGNREGA scheme. Using women laborers' job cards and staged photos, they reportedly siphoned off ₹3 lakh. The incident occurred during dredging work near Malhar village, exploiting the migration of laborers seeking construction jobs.
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IIT Kharagpur study finds surface ozone pollution is impacting rural India; predicts drastic decline in agricultural yield

Hindu - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 00:01
Researchers call for urgent policies to curb pollution in farmland areas
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XR Creator winners transform the customer experience with immersive tech

Hindu - Tue, 04/08/2025 - 23:19
The winners have made expensive experiments possible for students in schools without resources and are all set to revolutionise healthcare, interior decor, travel, e-commerce, and gaming
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Waqf Act amended to neutralise changes made by Congress for 'appeasement': PM

Times of India - Tue, 04/08/2025 - 22:50
PM Modi defended the Waqf Act amendments, stating they rectify UPA's appeasement policies that favored fundamentalists and land grabbers, contributing to India's Partition. He asserted the 2013 changes prioritized land mafia interests over the Constitution, hindering justice for victims. The new law aims to protect common Muslims, with Parliament passing it after extensive debate and public consultation.
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