Relentless monsoon cuts off key highways across Himachal, J&K | India News – The Times of India

Relentless monsoon cuts off key highways across Himachal, J&K | India News – The Times of India

KULLU/JAMMU: Relentless monsoon rain continued to pound Himachal Pradesh and J&K, unleashing flash floods and landslides that left key highways blocked Sunday, disrupted trade and halted pilgrimages. Both Himalayan states are battling extensive damage to lifeline routes as restoration crews raced against worsening weather.More than 660 roads, including four NHs, remained blocked in Himachal. Manali-Atal…

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Baggage delay, dirty toilets could result in airport fee cuts | India News – The Times of India

Baggage delay, dirty toilets could result in airport fee cuts | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Dirty toilets. Delays in baggage retrieval. Long queues at check-in, security and immigration. Airports may soon pay for these lapses with reduced user development fees under a proposal from Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA).The regulator has issued a consultation paper to create uniform performance standards for all major airports – those handling more…

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PM Modi highlights Sardar Patel’s role in liberating Hyderabad from Nizam rule | India News – The Times of India

PM Modi highlights Sardar Patel’s role in liberating Hyderabad from Nizam rule | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi, in his monthly radio talk ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Sunday highlighted the decisive role of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in liberating Hyderabad from the Nizam’s rule, a milestone that unified India post-independence. Reiterating the country will celebrate ‘Hyderabad Liberation Day’ next month, the PM said it was Patel who persuaded the cabinet…

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6.0 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan: Two children killed in roof collapse; tremors felt in Pakistan – The Times of India

6.0 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan: Two children killed in roof collapse; tremors felt in Pakistan – The Times of India

An earthquake of 6.0 magnitude struck eastern Afghanistan late Sunday.The US geological survey (USGS) reported reported that the quake hit at 11:47 pm local time (1917 GMT) at a shallow depth of 8 km, with its epicenter located 27 km east-northeast of Jalalabad in Nangarhar province.Two children were killed and at least 15 others injured…

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How much does it cost to study Economics at Harvard University? – The Times of India

How much does it cost to study Economics at Harvard University? – The Times of India

Harvard University, one of the world’s most prestigious Ivy League institutions, offers an Economics program known for its academic rigor, distinguished faculty, and excellent career prospects for graduates. However, along with prestige comes high costs, making it essential for prospective students and their families to understand the financial investment required to pursue an Economics degree…

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2L file objections seeking their names struck off Bihar poll rolls | India News – The Times of India

2L file objections seeking their names struck off Bihar poll rolls | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: The over 2-lakh objections seeking the exclusion of ‘ineligible’ electors from Bihar’s draft electoral roll, received till 3 pm Sunday, are essentially on behalf of those who had filled and submitted their enumeration forms as part of ‘SIR’ while already registered as a voter in a different polling booth, constituency or state, EC…

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PM in Mann Ki Baat: 2 sports milestones show changing face of Valley | India News – The Times of India

PM in Mann Ki Baat: 2 sports milestones show changing face of Valley | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi Sunday spotlighted two new milestones in Jammu & Kashmir – Pulwama’s first-ever day-night cricket match and the inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival on Srinagar’s Dal Lake – hailing them as signs of a changing Valley and of India’s sporting aspirations.Calling the sporting events in J&K “special accomplishments”, he said,…

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Luxury cars seized from mining co MD in Rs 1.4k crore fraud case | Bhubaneswar News – The Times of India

Luxury cars seized from mining co MD in Rs 1.4k crore fraud case | Bhubaneswar News – The Times of India

BHUBANESWAR: Enforcement Directorate (ED) sleuths on Saturday seized a fleet of luxury vehicles and superbikes worth around Rs 7 crore from a city-based mining businessman as part of an investigation into his alleged link with a Shimla-based entrepreneur, who is facing a Rs 1,396 loan fraud charge in Himachal Pradesh.“Himachal’s ITCOL and its related shell…

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Sunita Ahuja calls herself Govinda’s lady luck: ‘Jab humara engagement hua, tab Govinda superstar bana’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Sunita Ahuja calls herself Govinda’s lady luck: ‘Jab humara engagement hua, tab Govinda superstar bana’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Earlier this week, Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja put an end to speculation about trouble in their marriage during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Sunita firmly dismissed all divorce rumours, saying people should not believe anything unless it comes directly from them. The couple, married since 1987, are proud parents to Tina and Yashvardhan.In a recent…

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University of Chicago freezes PhD admissions, reduces staff and programs to address 8 million budget deficit – The Times of India

University of Chicago freezes PhD admissions, reduces staff and programs to address $288 million budget deficit – The Times of India

The University of Chicago has announced significant budget reductions totaling $100 million as it confronts a $288 million structural deficit for 2024. With an operating budget of $3.2 billion, the university is taking steps to ensure long-term financial stability while continuing to uphold its reputation for academic excellence and research leadership. Understanding the budget challenge…

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