June 21, 2026

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Ambrosia founding member and ‘Hammond B3 King’ Christopher North passes away at 75 after battle with pneumonia

Ambrosia founding member and ‘Hammond B3 King’ Christopher North passes away at 75 after battle with pneumonia

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Trigger warning: This article mentions death. Reader discretion is advised.Christopher North, the founding keyboard player of the iconic American rock band Ambrosia and the man his bandmates lovingly called the ‘Hammond B3 King’, has passed away at the age of 75. North died on March 30, 2026, after battling pneumonia in the hospital for nearly…

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PM Modi at tea garden in Dibrugarh NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited a tea garden in Dibrugarh, Assam, ahead of two public rallies in the poll-bound state.He described tea as the “soul of Assam.” “Tea is the soul of Assam! The tea from here has reached across the world. This morning in Dibrugarh, I visited a tea garden and interacted with the women working here. It was a very memorable experience,” PM Modi wrote on X, sharing photos from the visit. He added, “We are very proud of the efforts of every tea garden family. Their hard work and perseverance have enhanced Assam’s pride. Here are some more glimpses from a tea garden in Dibrugarh.”PM Modi also shared a selfie with women working in the tea garden.According to the Assam State Portal, the state produces around 630–700 million kg of tea annually, accounting for over half of India’s total output. PM Modi’s rallies in Assam As per his itinerary, the prime minister will first address a rally at Gogamukh in Dhemaji at 11 am, followed by a second public meeting in Biswanath district around 1 pm. Senior BJP leaders and state ministers are expected to attend both events. At the first rally, the PM will campaign for BJP candidates Ranoj Pegu and Naba Kumar Doley from the Dhemaji and Dhakuakha assembly constituencies. At the second rally in Behali, he will support party candidate and former minister Pallab Lochan Das. All 126 assembly seats in Assam will go to polls on April 9, with vote counting scheduled for May 4, alongside counting in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala, and the Union territory of Puducherry, where elections will be held around the same period. The BJP-led NDA has been in power in Assam since 2016, when the party won its first assembly elections in the stateAbout the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDonald Trump Backs US-India Ties, Says Sergio Gor, But Hormuz Risk Puts India In Strategic DilemmaIran War Impact Hits India: Commercial LPG Prices Rise, Airfares Set To Surge As Fuel Costs DoubleIndia Conducts Ex Dweep Shakti, Tri-Service Drill To Boost Coastal And Island DefenceHow An Indian LPG Tanker Took An Unusual Route To Escape Strait Of HormuzTrump Ready To End Iran War Despite Hormuz Blockade?; Iran’s Oil Revenues Soar Thanks To Trump’s War’India’s Silence Helpful To US, Israel And Gulf States’: Former Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran On Iran WarBig April Financial Reset: New Rules For UPI, ATM, PAN, FASTag, Railway Booking To Impact Daily Life’Like Political Vultures’: PM Modi Slams Congress For ‘Spreading Fear’ Amid West Asia CrisisFallen Leaves To Cooking Fuel: IIT Bombay Develops Indigenous Technology To Tackle LPG Crisis‘One Roti’ For Survival? Pakistani Cleric Stuns India, Reveals Kashmir’s Dark Insurgency Secret123Photostories5 Interesting Facts About Manali’s Hidimba TempleTV co-stars who fell in love on set: Dominic Fike and Hunter Schafer, Penn Badgley and Blake Lively and more8 reasons why Finland keeps ranking as the World’s Happiest CountryMom-to-be Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya’s TV journey: From the city of Bhopal to the land of dreams6 of the world’s most vegetarian-friendly countries to exploreTop 7 tallest buildings of Singapore defining the city’s skylineApril’s Full Moon 2026 Love Predictions for each zodiac signHow to handle sibling tantrums during summer holidaysThe greatest TV rivalries of all time: ‘Breaking Bad’, ‘Sherlock’ and more6 iconic 1990s car interiors that redefined luxury design123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingWest Bengal PollsRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaDrake Maye InjuryBank Holiday this week

PM Modi at tea garden in Dibrugarh NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited a tea garden in Dibrugarh, Assam, ahead of two public rallies in the poll-bound state.He described tea as the “soul of Assam.” “Tea is the soul of Assam! The tea from here has reached across the world. This morning in Dibrugarh, I visited a tea garden and interacted with the women working here. It was a very memorable experience,” PM Modi wrote on X, sharing photos from the visit. He added, “We are very proud of the efforts of every tea garden family. Their hard work and perseverance have enhanced Assam’s pride. Here are some more glimpses from a tea garden in Dibrugarh.”PM Modi also shared a selfie with women working in the tea garden.According to the Assam State Portal, the state produces around 630–700 million kg of tea annually, accounting for over half of India’s total output. PM Modi’s rallies in Assam As per his itinerary, the prime minister will first address a rally at Gogamukh in Dhemaji at 11 am, followed by a second public meeting in Biswanath district around 1 pm. Senior BJP leaders and state ministers are expected to attend both events. At the first rally, the PM will campaign for BJP candidates Ranoj Pegu and Naba Kumar Doley from the Dhemaji and Dhakuakha assembly constituencies. At the second rally in Behali, he will support party candidate and former minister Pallab Lochan Das. All 126 assembly seats in Assam will go to polls on April 9, with vote counting scheduled for May 4, alongside counting in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala, and the Union territory of Puducherry, where elections will be held around the same period. The BJP-led NDA has been in power in Assam since 2016, when the party won its first assembly elections in the stateAbout the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDonald Trump Backs US-India Ties, Says Sergio Gor, But Hormuz Risk Puts India In Strategic DilemmaIran War Impact Hits India: Commercial LPG Prices Rise, Airfares Set To Surge As Fuel Costs DoubleIndia Conducts Ex Dweep Shakti, Tri-Service Drill To Boost Coastal And Island DefenceHow An Indian LPG Tanker Took An Unusual Route To Escape Strait Of HormuzTrump Ready To End Iran War Despite Hormuz Blockade?; Iran’s Oil Revenues Soar Thanks To Trump’s War’India’s Silence Helpful To US, Israel And Gulf States’: Former Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran On Iran WarBig April Financial Reset: New Rules For UPI, ATM, PAN, FASTag, Railway Booking To Impact Daily Life’Like Political Vultures’: PM Modi Slams Congress For ‘Spreading Fear’ Amid West Asia CrisisFallen Leaves To Cooking Fuel: IIT Bombay Develops Indigenous Technology To Tackle LPG Crisis‘One Roti’ For Survival? Pakistani Cleric Stuns India, Reveals Kashmir’s Dark Insurgency Secret123Photostories5 Interesting Facts About Manali’s Hidimba TempleTV co-stars who fell in love on set: Dominic Fike and Hunter Schafer, Penn Badgley and Blake Lively and more8 reasons why Finland keeps ranking as the World’s Happiest CountryMom-to-be Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya’s TV journey: From the city of Bhopal to the land of dreams6 of the world’s most vegetarian-friendly countries to exploreTop 7 tallest buildings of Singapore defining the city’s skylineApril’s Full Moon 2026 Love Predictions for each zodiac signHow to handle sibling tantrums during summer holidaysThe greatest TV rivalries of all time: ‘Breaking Bad’, ‘Sherlock’ and more6 iconic 1990s car interiors that redefined luxury design123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingWest Bengal PollsRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaDrake Maye InjuryBank Holiday this week

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PM Modi at tea garden in Dibrugarh NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited a tea garden in Dibrugarh, Assam, ahead of two public rallies in the poll-bound state.He described tea as the “soul of Assam.” “Tea is the soul of Assam! The tea from here has reached across the world. This morning…

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Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026 expected to be released soon: Check steps to download here

Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026 expected to be released soon: Check steps to download here

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Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026 Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is expected to announce the 2nd PUC results on the official website, kseab.karnataka.gov.in or karresults.nic.in. Going by past trends and official indications, the results are expected to be declared in the first or second week of April….

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Akshay Kumar seeks blessings at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple ahead of ‘Bhooth Bangla’ release: ‘Pure desh ke liye prathna ki’

Akshay Kumar seeks blessings at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple ahead of ‘Bhooth Bangla’ release: ‘Pure desh ke liye prathna ki’

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Akshay Kumar preps for delayed ‘Bhooth Bangla’ (April 10 release) after ‘Dhurandhar 2’ success. Visited Mahakaleshwar Temple with Dimple Kapadia, praying for nation and family. Reunites with Priyadarshan (post-14 yrs); stars Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Rajpal. His first 2026 film after ‘Jolly LLB 3’. Akshay Kumar is preparing for the release of his upcoming movie ‘Bhooth…

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US shares video of ‘precision munitions’ pounding underground military sites deep inside Iran

US shares video of ‘precision munitions’ pounding underground military sites deep inside Iran

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The United States Central Command on Wednesday shared a video which showed Iran’s underground military targets being destriyed by the use of precision munitions amid the escalating war in the Middle East initiated by US and Isreal’s strikes on Iran.“US forces drop precision munitions on underground military targets deep inside Iran to further degrade the…

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Saudi Arabia launches special operations rooms for overseas Umrah pilgrims as arrivals surge over 214% since 2022 | World News

Saudi Arabia launches special operations rooms for overseas Umrah pilgrims as arrivals surge over 214% since 2022 | World News

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Saudi Arabia launches special operations rooms for overseas Umrah pilgrims/Representative Image A sharp rise in Umrah arrivals has pushed Saudi authorities to scale up coordination, with a new operations room set up to respond in real time and improve the overall pilgrim experience. Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, announced the launch…

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NEW DELHI: Despite progress in HIV control, Delhi continues to face gaps in treatment coverage, with only about 70% of identified patients currently linked to care, prompting the Centre to step up district-level action.At a high-level workshop—‘Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala’—held in the capital, the Union health ministry reviewed HIV response in Delhi and Haryana, stressing the need to improve testing, treatment linkage and patient follow-up.Delhi, with an estimated 59,079 people living with HIV and an adult prevalence of 0.33%, has been flagged for urgent improvement, particularly in ensuring that those diagnosed are started on and retained in treatment.As part of a focused strategy, seven districts in Delhi—North, New Delhi, Shahdara, Central, South East, South and North West—have been identified for intensified interventions and close monitoring.Addressing officials, Dr Rakesh Gupta, Additional Secretary and Director General, National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), said stronger coordination at the district level is critical to bridging gaps in the HIV care continuum, from testing to treatment and viral suppression.Experts say the gap in Delhi is not due to lack of facilities but challenges in linking patients to care and retaining them in treatment. “Delhi’s current treatment coverage of around 70% does not point to a lack of hospitals or medical expertise. Instead, it reflects a last-mile gap in the HIV care continuum where patients are diagnosed but may not be seamlessly linked to treatment, or struggle to remain engaged in long-term care,” said Dr Neeraj Nischal, Prof of medicine at AIIMS.Delays in starting therapy, stigma, treatment interruptions and the realities of a highly mobile urban population continue to limit progress. Strengthening early initiation of treatment, better patient tracking across facilities and more flexible care models—especially for migrant populations—could help close the gap.He also emphasised the need for portable treatment systems, including a unified patient database, multi-month dispensing of medicines and community-based distribution to ensure continuity of care for people who frequently move for work. The focus, he noted, must shift from a static, facility-based approach to a more patient-centric system that supports continuity of care.Haryana, in comparison, has shown relatively better outcomes with a treatment cascade of around 81:83:95, though further improvements are needed.Nationwide, 219 districts have been identified as priority areas for intensified HIV/AIDS interventions, including 11 in Haryana and 7 in Delhi.The government is working towards the global 95-95-95 targets and is now pushing for an enhanced 95-95-99 goal, with an aim to bring HIV/AIDS under control by 2027.Officials also stressed the need to eliminate mother-to-child transmission through timely testing and treatment.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Conducts Ex Dweep Shakti, Tri-Service Drill To Boost Coastal And Island DefenceHow An Indian LPG Tanker Took An Unusual Route To Escape Strait Of HormuzTrump Ready To End Iran War Despite Hormuz Blockade?; Iran’s Oil Revenues Soar Thanks To Trump’s War’India’s Silence Helpful To US, Israel And Gulf States’: Former Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran On Iran WarBig April Financial Reset: New Rules For UPI, ATM, PAN, FASTag, Railway Booking To Impact Daily Life’Like Political Vultures’: PM Modi Slams Congress For ‘Spreading Fear’ Amid West Asia CrisisFallen Leaves To Cooking Fuel: IIT Bombay Develops Indigenous Technology To Tackle LPG Crisis‘One Roti’ For Survival? Pakistani Cleric Stuns India, Reveals Kashmir’s Dark Insurgency SecretMajor Boost Of India’s Maritime Capabilities, Indian Navy Gets 2 Warships & Survey Vessel In Single Day’Played Bangladeshi National Anthem’: Rajnath Singh Slams Congress In Assam Over Infiltration123PhotostoriesThe greatest TV rivalries of all time: ‘Breaking Bad’, ‘Sherlock’ and more6 iconic 1990s car interiors that redefined luxury designYou can now eat at Louis Vuitton: Inside its unbelievable new Seoul cafe and restaurant3 most common foods to consume daily to improve fatty liver; easy recipes inside8 edible flowers to grow for a naturally colourful culinary style10 Ocean-inspired home names and their meaningsFrom city squares to small towns, thousands march in ‘No Kings’ protests across United StatesThink your liver is safe because you don’t drink? These daily habits could be harming it, and how to protect it starting today5 iconic fashion quotes that will instantly upgrade your style todayExclusive – Prince Narula opens up on The 50, reacts to claims of using Elvish Yadav’s name for TRP, and addresses Rajat Dalal’s allegations about giving up the Ticket to Finale out of fear123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingWest Bengal PollsRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaDrake Maye InjuryBank Holiday this week

NEW DELHI: Despite progress in HIV control, Delhi continues to face gaps in treatment coverage, with only about 70% of identified patients currently linked to care, prompting the Centre to step up district-level action.At a high-level workshop—‘Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala’—held in the capital, the Union health ministry reviewed HIV response in Delhi and Haryana, stressing the need to improve testing, treatment linkage and patient follow-up.Delhi, with an estimated 59,079 people living with HIV and an adult prevalence of 0.33%, has been flagged for urgent improvement, particularly in ensuring that those diagnosed are started on and retained in treatment.As part of a focused strategy, seven districts in Delhi—North, New Delhi, Shahdara, Central, South East, South and North West—have been identified for intensified interventions and close monitoring.Addressing officials, Dr Rakesh Gupta, Additional Secretary and Director General, National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), said stronger coordination at the district level is critical to bridging gaps in the HIV care continuum, from testing to treatment and viral suppression.Experts say the gap in Delhi is not due to lack of facilities but challenges in linking patients to care and retaining them in treatment. “Delhi’s current treatment coverage of around 70% does not point to a lack of hospitals or medical expertise. Instead, it reflects a last-mile gap in the HIV care continuum where patients are diagnosed but may not be seamlessly linked to treatment, or struggle to remain engaged in long-term care,” said Dr Neeraj Nischal, Prof of medicine at AIIMS.Delays in starting therapy, stigma, treatment interruptions and the realities of a highly mobile urban population continue to limit progress. Strengthening early initiation of treatment, better patient tracking across facilities and more flexible care models—especially for migrant populations—could help close the gap.He also emphasised the need for portable treatment systems, including a unified patient database, multi-month dispensing of medicines and community-based distribution to ensure continuity of care for people who frequently move for work. The focus, he noted, must shift from a static, facility-based approach to a more patient-centric system that supports continuity of care.Haryana, in comparison, has shown relatively better outcomes with a treatment cascade of around 81:83:95, though further improvements are needed.Nationwide, 219 districts have been identified as priority areas for intensified HIV/AIDS interventions, including 11 in Haryana and 7 in Delhi.The government is working towards the global 95-95-95 targets and is now pushing for an enhanced 95-95-99 goal, with an aim to bring HIV/AIDS under control by 2027.Officials also stressed the need to eliminate mother-to-child transmission through timely testing and treatment.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Conducts Ex Dweep Shakti, Tri-Service Drill To Boost Coastal And Island DefenceHow An Indian LPG Tanker Took An Unusual Route To Escape Strait Of HormuzTrump Ready To End Iran War Despite Hormuz Blockade?; Iran’s Oil Revenues Soar Thanks To Trump’s War’India’s Silence Helpful To US, Israel And Gulf States’: Former Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran On Iran WarBig April Financial Reset: New Rules For UPI, ATM, PAN, FASTag, Railway Booking To Impact Daily Life’Like Political Vultures’: PM Modi Slams Congress For ‘Spreading Fear’ Amid West Asia CrisisFallen Leaves To Cooking Fuel: IIT Bombay Develops Indigenous Technology To Tackle LPG Crisis‘One Roti’ For Survival? Pakistani Cleric Stuns India, Reveals Kashmir’s Dark Insurgency SecretMajor Boost Of India’s Maritime Capabilities, Indian Navy Gets 2 Warships & Survey Vessel In Single Day’Played Bangladeshi National Anthem’: Rajnath Singh Slams Congress In Assam Over Infiltration123PhotostoriesThe greatest TV rivalries of all time: ‘Breaking Bad’, ‘Sherlock’ and more6 iconic 1990s car interiors that redefined luxury designYou can now eat at Louis Vuitton: Inside its unbelievable new Seoul cafe and restaurant3 most common foods to consume daily to improve fatty liver; easy recipes inside8 edible flowers to grow for a naturally colourful culinary style10 Ocean-inspired home names and their meaningsFrom city squares to small towns, thousands march in ‘No Kings’ protests across United StatesThink your liver is safe because you don’t drink? These daily habits could be harming it, and how to protect it starting today5 iconic fashion quotes that will instantly upgrade your style todayExclusive – Prince Narula opens up on The 50, reacts to claims of using Elvish Yadav’s name for TRP, and addresses Rajat Dalal’s allegations about giving up the Ticket to Finale out of fear123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingWest Bengal PollsRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaDrake Maye InjuryBank Holiday this week

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NEW DELHI: Despite progress in HIV control, Delhi continues to face gaps in treatment coverage, with only about 70% of identified patients currently linked to care, prompting the Centre to step up district-level action.At a high-level workshop—‘Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala’—held in the capital, the Union health ministry reviewed HIV response in Delhi and Haryana, stressing the…

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Alec Baldwin’s 9-year-old son Leo hospitalised during beach vacation; Hilaria Baldwin shares update: ‘Well taken care of’

Alec Baldwin’s 9-year-old son Leo hospitalised during beach vacation; Hilaria Baldwin shares update: ‘Well taken care of’

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A fun family beach vacation for Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Baldwin took an alarming turn when their 9-year-old son Leonardo, affectionately known as Leo, suffered a head injury that landed him in the hospital. Hilaria, who had just reunited with her family after a work trip, shared a candid and emotional update on Instagram, revealing…

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Rs 80 lakh package, US house, woman’s kin unaware of marriage: More skeletons tumble out in Bengaluru techie couple’s suicide

Rs 80 lakh package, US house, woman’s kin unaware of marriage: More skeletons tumble out in Bengaluru techie couple’s suicide

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A young techie couple who had moved from Hyderabad to Bengaluru died by suicide within minutes of each other at their apartment in the city’s Kothanur area, police said. BENGALURU: A young techie couple who had moved from Hyderabad to Bengaluru died by suicide within minutes of each other at their apartment in the city’s…

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Quote of the day by George Washington: “War: An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will.”

Quote of the day by George Washington: “War: An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will.”

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War is often described with big words like honour and victory. But when you strip all that away, the core idea is much simpler.Today’s quote of the day, “War: An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will,” is attributed to George Washington. As a military leader, he saw…

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Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his visit to Champawat district on Tuesday, conducted an on-site inspection of the under-construction state-of-the-art Science Centre being built at a cost of approximately Rs 55.52 crore CHAMPAWAT: Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his visit to Champawat district on Tuesday, conducted an on-site inspection of the under-construction state-of-the-art science centre being built at a cost of approximately Rs 55.52 crore, according to an official release.He closely reviewed the quality, progress, and timeliness of the construction work and issued necessary directions to the concerned officials.During the inspection, the chief minister examined the proposed scientific galleries and the four-storey science campus facilities. The campus will include a hostel for 40 students, staff quarters, and other essential amenities, making it an important residential scientific learning centre for students.On this occasion, director general of UCOST, Durgesh Pant, informed that the two-storey science gallery block will feature a “Fun Science Gallery,” exhibition halls, science and agriculture galleries, a training hall, and a modern astronomy gallery.Additionally, the premises will include a 120-seat auditorium, a modern 71-seat planetarium (with inner and outer dome facilities), and world-class conference and development halls for staff.After the inspection, the chief minister also reviewed science models prepared by students from various schools and interacted with them, encouraging the young innovators.The chief minister stated that this science centre will become a major hub for education, research, and innovation for the students of the state in the future.CM Dhami emphasised that development is incomplete without science, and through this centre, children from remote areas will also get the opportunity to understand modern scientific technologies and astronomy. The state government aims to develop a scientific temperament among the youth and prepare them for future challenges.Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami also directed the executing agency to complete the construction work within the stipulated timeframe while maintaining high quality. He further stressed the importance of adhering to environmental standards and ensuring the safety of workers during construction.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Conducts Ex Dweep Shakti, Tri-Service Drill To Boost Coastal And Island DefenceHow An Indian LPG Tanker Took An Unusual Route To Escape Strait Of HormuzTrump Ready To End Iran War Despite Hormuz Blockade?; Iran’s Oil Revenues Soar Thanks To Trump’s War’India’s Silence Helpful To US, Israel And Gulf States’: Former Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran On Iran WarBig April Financial Reset: New Rules For UPI, ATM, PAN, FASTag, Railway Booking To Impact Daily Life’Like Political Vultures’: PM Modi Slams Congress For ‘Spreading Fear’ Amid West Asia CrisisFallen Leaves To Cooking Fuel: IIT Bombay Develops Indigenous Technology To Tackle LPG Crisis‘One Roti’ For Survival? Pakistani Cleric Stuns India, Reveals Kashmir’s Dark Insurgency SecretMajor Boost Of India’s Maritime Capabilities, Indian Navy Gets 2 Warships & Survey Vessel In Single Day’Played Bangladeshi National Anthem’: Rajnath Singh Slams Congress In Assam Over Infiltration123Photostories6 of the world’s most vegetarian-friendly countries to exploreTop 7 tallest buildings of Singapore defining the city’s skylineApril’s Full Moon 2026 Love Predictions for each zodiac signHow to handle sibling tantrums during summer holidaysThe greatest TV rivalries of all time: ‘Breaking Bad’, ‘Sherlock’ and more6 iconic 1990s car interiors that redefined luxury designYou can now eat at Louis Vuitton: Inside its unbelievable new Seoul cafe and restaurant3 most common foods to consume daily to improve fatty liver; easy recipes inside8 edible flowers to grow for a naturally colourful culinary style10 Ocean-inspired home names and their meanings123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingWest Bengal PollsRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaDrake Maye InjuryBank Holiday this week

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his visit to Champawat district on Tuesday, conducted an on-site inspection of the under-construction state-of-the-art Science Centre being built at a cost of approximately Rs 55.52 crore CHAMPAWAT: Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his visit to Champawat district on Tuesday, conducted an on-site inspection of the under-construction state-of-the-art science centre being built at a cost of approximately Rs 55.52 crore, according to an official release.He closely reviewed the quality, progress, and timeliness of the construction work and issued necessary directions to the concerned officials.During the inspection, the chief minister examined the proposed scientific galleries and the four-storey science campus facilities. The campus will include a hostel for 40 students, staff quarters, and other essential amenities, making it an important residential scientific learning centre for students.On this occasion, director general of UCOST, Durgesh Pant, informed that the two-storey science gallery block will feature a “Fun Science Gallery,” exhibition halls, science and agriculture galleries, a training hall, and a modern astronomy gallery.Additionally, the premises will include a 120-seat auditorium, a modern 71-seat planetarium (with inner and outer dome facilities), and world-class conference and development halls for staff.After the inspection, the chief minister also reviewed science models prepared by students from various schools and interacted with them, encouraging the young innovators.The chief minister stated that this science centre will become a major hub for education, research, and innovation for the students of the state in the future.CM Dhami emphasised that development is incomplete without science, and through this centre, children from remote areas will also get the opportunity to understand modern scientific technologies and astronomy. The state government aims to develop a scientific temperament among the youth and prepare them for future challenges.Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami also directed the executing agency to complete the construction work within the stipulated timeframe while maintaining high quality. He further stressed the importance of adhering to environmental standards and ensuring the safety of workers during construction.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Conducts Ex Dweep Shakti, Tri-Service Drill To Boost Coastal And Island DefenceHow An Indian LPG Tanker Took An Unusual Route To Escape Strait Of HormuzTrump Ready To End Iran War Despite Hormuz Blockade?; Iran’s Oil Revenues Soar Thanks To Trump’s War’India’s Silence Helpful To US, Israel And Gulf States’: Former Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran On Iran WarBig April Financial Reset: New Rules For UPI, ATM, PAN, FASTag, Railway Booking To Impact Daily Life’Like Political Vultures’: PM Modi Slams Congress For ‘Spreading Fear’ Amid West Asia CrisisFallen Leaves To Cooking Fuel: IIT Bombay Develops Indigenous Technology To Tackle LPG Crisis‘One Roti’ For Survival? Pakistani Cleric Stuns India, Reveals Kashmir’s Dark Insurgency SecretMajor Boost Of India’s Maritime Capabilities, Indian Navy Gets 2 Warships & Survey Vessel In Single Day’Played Bangladeshi National Anthem’: Rajnath Singh Slams Congress In Assam Over Infiltration123Photostories6 of the world’s most vegetarian-friendly countries to exploreTop 7 tallest buildings of Singapore defining the city’s skylineApril’s Full Moon 2026 Love Predictions for each zodiac signHow to handle sibling tantrums during summer holidaysThe greatest TV rivalries of all time: ‘Breaking Bad’, ‘Sherlock’ and more6 iconic 1990s car interiors that redefined luxury designYou can now eat at Louis Vuitton: Inside its unbelievable new Seoul cafe and restaurant3 most common foods to consume daily to improve fatty liver; easy recipes inside8 edible flowers to grow for a naturally colourful culinary style10 Ocean-inspired home names and their meanings123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingWest Bengal PollsRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaDrake Maye InjuryBank Holiday this week

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Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his visit to Champawat district on Tuesday, conducted an on-site inspection of the under-construction state-of-the-art Science Centre being built at a cost of approximately Rs 55.52 crore CHAMPAWAT: Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his visit to Champawat district on Tuesday, conducted an on-site inspection of the…

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