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Opposition attacks BJP over Dharmendra Pradhan’s felicitation after resignation NEW DELHI: A political row erupted in Parliament on Tuesday after the BJP’s public felicitation of former Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy, drew sharp criticism from the Opposition. Congress leaders accused the ruling party of celebrating a minister who resigned amid one of the country’s biggest examination crises, saying he was welcomed “as if he were a superstar” and “had returned from a war against Pakistan”.The controversy stems from Monday’s scenes at the Parliament complex, where BJP and NDA MPs welcomed Pradhan with chants of “Dharmendra Pradhan zindabad”, draped him in a traditional stole and cap, and escorted him into the House in a show of solidarity just two days after his resignation.What opposition saidCongress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra led the opposition’s attack, calling it “shameful” that BJP MPs welcomed Pradhan in Parliament despite his resignation over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy. “Don’t you think it is shameful? Everyone saw the circumstances under which Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, but yesterday in the Parliament premises, he was welcomed as if he were a superstar!” she said. She also accused the government of continuing to target students despite the controversy. “No one can trust the Modi government, because even today, students are being harassed. I saw some Instagram handles with photographs of women alleging that they did such and such thing…Do you want to engage in talks to resolve this matter or you are still after the students, wanting to suppress them? This is wrong,” Priyanka Gandhi said. Speaking during the debate on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi echoed the criticism, saying Pradhan had been welcomed “as if he had returned from a war against Pakistan.” “…21 children lost their lives; they committed suicide. The minister under whose watch 21 children lost their lives, when he resigned from his post and returned to the House yesterday, you garlanded him as if he had returned from a war against Pakistan,” Gogoi said.The BJP’s show of solidarity came after Pradhan resigned on Saturday following sustained protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. He has since been replaced by Union minister Prahlad Joshi. Meanwhile, the government has announced a series of measures to overhaul the examination system, including a high-powered task force headed by Nandan Nilekani, proposed amendments to the anti-paper leak law, and fast-track courts to deal with examination fraud cases.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAastha JhaAastha Jha is a writer at The Times of India, covering politics. She also writes on business, global affairs, social issues, with a focus on policy, governance and their impact on everyday lives. Her work brings together reportage and analysis, tracking developments in India and abroad while examining the broader social and economic currents shaping public discourse.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosModi Govt Tables Anti-Paper Leak Bill In Lok Sabha: Up To 10 Years Jail, ₹10 Cr Fine & MoreSupreme Court Backs Independent Probe Into Alleged Police Excesses During NEET Protests NationwidePM Modi’s Facebook Post Blocked: Is India’s Digital Sovereignty At Stake?Wangchuk Calls for “Humility” as CJP Celebration Videos Go Viral, Saurav Das Clarifies DebateFamilies Of 4 Injured Policemen Move SC Seeking Action Against CJP Protest ViolenceKhajuraho Airport Tops AAI Customer Satisfaction Survey Despite Having No Flights in July-AugustBihar Withdraws F.I.Rs Against NEET Protesters, Orders Release Of All Arrested In July 25 CasesPetrol Bomb Hurled At BJP Office In Sangrur, BJP Questions Punjab Law And OrderSonam Wangchuk’s Wife Slams BJP And Congress, Says Both Use ‘Identical Tactics’ Against CriticsBig Setback For Vijay Govt, Madras High Court Cancels Jobs Order For Karur Victims’ Families123PhotostoriesHow to identify fake Chikankari: 4 signs every shopper should knowInside Shreya Kalra’s lavish Mumbai home: A luxe Bar, dreamy walk-in closet and moreSpiritual quotes by famous Gurus according to your birth date5 forgotten Ayurvedic hair oils that were used before Bhringraj became popular11 temples in India that offer the most delicious prasad5 longest urban beaches in the world: The second one is in IndiaFrom hardship to historic win atCommonwealth Games: The inspiring journey of Sharmila DhankarFrom Zendaya to Shakira, Drake and Cher: REASON why THESE celebrities use their FIRST NAME9 Meditation practices for your date of birth5 yellow-leaf plants to add glamour and luxury to your garden123Hot PicksH.C. VermaUddhav ThackerayMHT CET final merit listDelhi weatherWeather tomorrowe20 PetrolRajasthan Safai Karamchari recruitmentTN supplementary resultsSouth Korea KOSPI crashTop TrendingDelhi Red AlertNitin GadkariChhattisgarh MurderEknath Shinde New ProjectWeather TomorrowKhajuraho AirportDombivli Doctors Assault CaseChitrakoot Gang Rape CaseSuvendu AdhikariDelhi Police Dharna

Opposition attacks BJP over Dharmendra Pradhan’s felicitation after resignation NEW DELHI: A political row erupted in Parliament on Tuesday after the BJP’s public felicitation of former Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy, drew sharp criticism from the Opposition. Congress leaders accused the ruling party of celebrating a minister who resigned amid one of the country’s biggest examination crises, saying he was welcomed “as if he were a superstar” and “had returned from a war against Pakistan”.The controversy stems from Monday’s scenes at the Parliament complex, where BJP and NDA MPs welcomed Pradhan with chants of “Dharmendra Pradhan zindabad”, draped him in a traditional stole and cap, and escorted him into the House in a show of solidarity just two days after his resignation.What opposition saidCongress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra led the opposition’s attack, calling it “shameful” that BJP MPs welcomed Pradhan in Parliament despite his resignation over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy. “Don’t you think it is shameful? Everyone saw the circumstances under which Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, but yesterday in the Parliament premises, he was welcomed as if he were a superstar!” she said. She also accused the government of continuing to target students despite the controversy. “No one can trust the Modi government, because even today, students are being harassed. I saw some Instagram handles with photographs of women alleging that they did such and such thing…Do you want to engage in talks to resolve this matter or you are still after the students, wanting to suppress them? This is wrong,” Priyanka Gandhi said. Speaking during the debate on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi echoed the criticism, saying Pradhan had been welcomed “as if he had returned from a war against Pakistan.” “…21 children lost their lives; they committed suicide. The minister under whose watch 21 children lost their lives, when he resigned from his post and returned to the House yesterday, you garlanded him as if he had returned from a war against Pakistan,” Gogoi said.The BJP’s show of solidarity came after Pradhan resigned on Saturday following sustained protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. He has since been replaced by Union minister Prahlad Joshi. Meanwhile, the government has announced a series of measures to overhaul the examination system, including a high-powered task force headed by Nandan Nilekani, proposed amendments to the anti-paper leak law, and fast-track courts to deal with examination fraud cases.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAastha JhaAastha Jha is a writer at The Times of India, covering politics. She also writes on business, global affairs, social issues, with a focus on policy, governance and their impact on everyday lives. Her work brings together reportage and analysis, tracking developments in India and abroad while examining the broader social and economic currents shaping public discourse.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosModi Govt Tables Anti-Paper Leak Bill In Lok Sabha: Up To 10 Years Jail, ₹10 Cr Fine & MoreSupreme Court Backs Independent Probe Into Alleged Police Excesses During NEET Protests NationwidePM Modi’s Facebook Post Blocked: Is India’s Digital Sovereignty At Stake?Wangchuk Calls for “Humility” as CJP Celebration Videos Go Viral, Saurav Das Clarifies DebateFamilies Of 4 Injured Policemen Move SC Seeking Action Against CJP Protest ViolenceKhajuraho Airport Tops AAI Customer Satisfaction Survey Despite Having No Flights in July-AugustBihar Withdraws F.I.Rs Against NEET Protesters, Orders Release Of All Arrested In July 25 CasesPetrol Bomb Hurled At BJP Office In Sangrur, BJP Questions Punjab Law And OrderSonam Wangchuk’s Wife Slams BJP And Congress, Says Both Use ‘Identical Tactics’ Against CriticsBig Setback For Vijay Govt, Madras High Court Cancels Jobs Order For Karur Victims’ Families123PhotostoriesHow to identify fake Chikankari: 4 signs every shopper should knowInside Shreya Kalra’s lavish Mumbai home: A luxe Bar, dreamy walk-in closet and moreSpiritual quotes by famous Gurus according to your birth date5 forgotten Ayurvedic hair oils that were used before Bhringraj became popular11 temples in India that offer the most delicious prasad5 longest urban beaches in the world: The second one is in IndiaFrom hardship to historic win atCommonwealth Games: The inspiring journey of Sharmila DhankarFrom Zendaya to Shakira, Drake and Cher: REASON why THESE celebrities use their FIRST NAME9 Meditation practices for your date of birth5 yellow-leaf plants to add glamour and luxury to your garden123Hot PicksH.C. VermaUddhav ThackerayMHT CET final merit listDelhi weatherWeather tomorrowe20 PetrolRajasthan Safai Karamchari recruitmentTN supplementary resultsSouth Korea KOSPI crashTop TrendingDelhi Red AlertNitin GadkariChhattisgarh MurderEknath Shinde New ProjectWeather TomorrowKhajuraho AirportDombivli Doctors Assault CaseChitrakoot Gang Rape CaseSuvendu AdhikariDelhi Police Dharna

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Opposition attacks BJP over Dharmendra Pradhan’s felicitation after resignation NEW DELHI: A political row erupted in Parliament on Tuesday after the BJP’s public felicitation of former Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy, drew sharp criticism from the Opposition. Congress leaders accused the ruling party of celebrating a minister…

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ISRO recruitment 2026: Notification released for 244 Assistant, JPA, UDC and Stenographer posts; direct link to apply here

ISRO recruitment 2026: Notification released for 244 Assistant, JPA, UDC and Stenographer posts; direct link to apply here

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has invited online applications for 244 vacancies under its ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB). The recruitment drive is being conducted for the posts of Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), Upper Division Clerk (UDC) and Stenographer at various ISRO centres, Department of Space (DOS) units and autonomous bodies.The online application…

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Subhash Ghai reveals how Hrithik Roshan’s success after ‘Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai’ reshaped ‘Yaadein’: ‘Had to retain his star presence in the film’

Subhash Ghai reveals how Hrithik Roshan’s success after ‘Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai’ reshaped ‘Yaadein’: ‘Had to retain his star presence in the film’

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Subhash Ghai reveals how Hrithik Roshan’s success after ‘Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai’ reshaped ‘Yaadein’: ‘Had to retain his star presence in the film’ As ‘Yaadein’ completes 25 years, filmmaker Subhash Ghai has looked back on the making of the 2001 family drama, revealing how Hrithik Roshan’s meteoric rise after ‘Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai’ transformed the…

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Scientists are turning seawater into a ‘blood test’ that could reveal coral reef damage before it becomes visible |

Scientists are turning seawater into a ‘blood test’ that could reveal coral reef damage before it becomes visible |

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Before major surgeries and operations, doctors often detect diseases in humans using minimally invasive methods like a blood or urine test, before symptoms become severe. Now, researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) are applying a similar concept to coral reefs. They have shown that the water surrounding reefs contains chemical and microbial signals…

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Quote of the day by Socrates: ‘Beware the barrenness of a busy life,’ and why constant activity can leave little room for a meaningful life

Quote of the day by Socrates: ‘Beware the barrenness of a busy life,’ and why constant activity can leave little room for a meaningful life

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Quote of the day by Socrates ‘Beware the barrenness of a busy life’ – SocratesThe most common complaint in today’s world is not having enough time. Calendars fill up weeks in advance, phones demand constant attention and even moments meant for rest are interrupted by notifications, emails and unfinished tasks. Against that backdrop, the saying…

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Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating Flight AI-171 (ANI image) The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) on Tuesday informed the Supreme Court that its investigation into the June 12, 2025 Air India Flight AI-171 crash, which claimed 260 lives, is not an “in-house” exercise limited to officials of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), but also involves experts and officials from countries whose nationals were among the victims.The submission was made during the hearing of petitions filed by the father of Captain Sumit Sabharwal and the Federation of Indian Pilots, who have sought a court-monitored investigation, alleging discrepancies in the ongoing probe.A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant heard submissions from both the petitioners and the AAIB.Final report to be submitted in OctoberDuring the hearing, the AAIB informed the court that the investigation includes simulation exercises and detailed technical analysis to reconstruct the sequence of events and determine the cause of the crash.Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the AAIB, also assured the Bench that the draft final investigation report would be submitted to the Supreme Court in a sealed cover by October.Probe delayed due to overseas examinationExplaining the revised timeline, Mehta said the investigation had taken longer than initially expected because several aircraft components had to be sent abroad for specialised forensic and technical examination before being returned to India.He told the court that these examinations were essential for a comprehensive investigation, making the process more time-consuming than originally anticipated.The matter came up as the petitioners sought greater judicial oversight over the probe into one of India’s deadliest aviation disasters.Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating Flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after take-off on June 12, 2025, killing 260 people. The aircraft was piloted by Captain Sumeet Sabharwal and First Officer Clive Kunder. Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was among those killed.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSupreme Court Backs Independent Probe Into Alleged Police Excesses During NEET Protests NationwidePM Modi’s Facebook Post Blocked: Is India’s Digital Sovereignty At Stake?Wangchuk Calls for “Humility” as CJP Celebration Videos Go Viral, Saurav Das Clarifies DebateFamilies Of 4 Injured Policemen Move SC Seeking Action Against CJP Protest ViolenceKhajuraho Airport Tops AAI Customer Satisfaction Survey Despite Having No Flights in July-AugustBihar Withdraws F.I.Rs Against NEET Protesters, Orders Release Of All Arrested In July 25 CasesPetrol Bomb Hurled At BJP Office In Sangrur, BJP Questions Punjab Law And OrderSonam Wangchuk’s Wife Slams BJP And Congress, Says Both Use ‘Identical Tactics’ Against CriticsBig Setback For Vijay Govt, Madras High Court Cancels Jobs Order For Karur Victims’ FamiliesKangana Ranaut Slams Gen Z-led CJP Protests, Calls Viral Protest Reels “Puke Inducing” Online123PhotostoriesSpiritual quotes by famous Gurus according to your birth date5 forgotten Ayurvedic hair oils that were used before Bhringraj became popular11 temples in India that offer the most delicious prasad5 longest urban beaches in the world: The second one is in IndiaFrom hardship to historic win atCommonwealth Games: The inspiring journey of Sharmila DhankarFrom Zendaya to Shakira, Drake and Cher: REASON why THESE celebrities use their FIRST NAME9 Meditation practices for your date of birth5 yellow-leaf plants to add glamour and luxury to your garden5 handloom fabrics that are dominating Indian fashion again in 202611 oldest and historic restaurants in Kolkata where every meal comes with a story123Hot PicksH.C. VermaUddhav ThackerayMHT CET final merit listDelhi weatherWeather tomorrowe20 PetrolRajasthan Safai Karamchari recruitmentTN supplementary resultsSouth Korea KOSPI crashTop TrendingDelhi Red AlertNitin GadkariChhattisgarh MurderEknath Shinde New ProjectWeather TomorrowKhajuraho AirportDombivli Doctors Assault CaseChitrakoot Gang Rape CaseSuvendu AdhikariDelhi Police Dharna

Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating Flight AI-171 (ANI image) The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) on Tuesday informed the Supreme Court that its investigation into the June 12, 2025 Air India Flight AI-171 crash, which claimed 260 lives, is not an “in-house” exercise limited to officials of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), but also involves experts and officials from countries whose nationals were among the victims.The submission was made during the hearing of petitions filed by the father of Captain Sumit Sabharwal and the Federation of Indian Pilots, who have sought a court-monitored investigation, alleging discrepancies in the ongoing probe.A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant heard submissions from both the petitioners and the AAIB.Final report to be submitted in OctoberDuring the hearing, the AAIB informed the court that the investigation includes simulation exercises and detailed technical analysis to reconstruct the sequence of events and determine the cause of the crash.Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the AAIB, also assured the Bench that the draft final investigation report would be submitted to the Supreme Court in a sealed cover by October.Probe delayed due to overseas examinationExplaining the revised timeline, Mehta said the investigation had taken longer than initially expected because several aircraft components had to be sent abroad for specialised forensic and technical examination before being returned to India.He told the court that these examinations were essential for a comprehensive investigation, making the process more time-consuming than originally anticipated.The matter came up as the petitioners sought greater judicial oversight over the probe into one of India’s deadliest aviation disasters.Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating Flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after take-off on June 12, 2025, killing 260 people. The aircraft was piloted by Captain Sumeet Sabharwal and First Officer Clive Kunder. Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was among those killed.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSupreme Court Backs Independent Probe Into Alleged Police Excesses During NEET Protests NationwidePM Modi’s Facebook Post Blocked: Is India’s Digital Sovereignty At Stake?Wangchuk Calls for “Humility” as CJP Celebration Videos Go Viral, Saurav Das Clarifies DebateFamilies Of 4 Injured Policemen Move SC Seeking Action Against CJP Protest ViolenceKhajuraho Airport Tops AAI Customer Satisfaction Survey Despite Having No Flights in July-AugustBihar Withdraws F.I.Rs Against NEET Protesters, Orders Release Of All Arrested In July 25 CasesPetrol Bomb Hurled At BJP Office In Sangrur, BJP Questions Punjab Law And OrderSonam Wangchuk’s Wife Slams BJP And Congress, Says Both Use ‘Identical Tactics’ Against CriticsBig Setback For Vijay Govt, Madras High Court Cancels Jobs Order For Karur Victims’ FamiliesKangana Ranaut Slams Gen Z-led CJP Protests, Calls Viral Protest Reels “Puke Inducing” Online123PhotostoriesSpiritual quotes by famous Gurus according to your birth date5 forgotten Ayurvedic hair oils that were used before Bhringraj became popular11 temples in India that offer the most delicious prasad5 longest urban beaches in the world: The second one is in IndiaFrom hardship to historic win atCommonwealth Games: The inspiring journey of Sharmila DhankarFrom Zendaya to Shakira, Drake and Cher: REASON why THESE celebrities use their FIRST NAME9 Meditation practices for your date of birth5 yellow-leaf plants to add glamour and luxury to your garden5 handloom fabrics that are dominating Indian fashion again in 202611 oldest and historic restaurants in Kolkata where every meal comes with a story123Hot PicksH.C. VermaUddhav ThackerayMHT CET final merit listDelhi weatherWeather tomorrowe20 PetrolRajasthan Safai Karamchari recruitmentTN supplementary resultsSouth Korea KOSPI crashTop TrendingDelhi Red AlertNitin GadkariChhattisgarh MurderEknath Shinde New ProjectWeather TomorrowKhajuraho AirportDombivli Doctors Assault CaseChitrakoot Gang Rape CaseSuvendu AdhikariDelhi Police Dharna

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Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating Flight AI-171 (ANI image) The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) on Tuesday informed the Supreme Court that its investigation into the June 12, 2025 Air India Flight AI-171 crash, which claimed 260 lives, is not an “in-house” exercise limited to officials of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA),…

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Former India U-19 World Cup hero Manjot Kalra stays behind bars after bail denied in Lanka Premier League match-fixing case

Former India U-19 World Cup hero Manjot Kalra stays behind bars after bail denied in Lanka Premier League match-fixing case

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File Pic: Manjot Kalra (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India Under-19 World Cup-winning star Manjot Kalra will remain in custody in Sri Lanka after a Colombo court rejected his plea for early bail in connection with an alleged match-fixing case linked to the ongoing Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026.Kalra, who shot to fame with his…

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Why are India’s brightest minds leaving? Centre’s reply on IIT migration raises more questions

Why are India’s brightest minds leaving? Centre’s reply on IIT migration raises more questions

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The Centre has maintained that IIT graduates pursuing education or careers abroad do so by personal choice, shaped by academic, financial and professional factors. However, its failure to disclose migration figures in Parliament has intensified the debate over India’s ability to retain its brightest talent and whether stronger research, innovation and career opportunities are needed…

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Ravi Mohan divorce case: Court rejects Rs 40 lakh alimony plea, allows ‘Karathey Babu’ actor to meet sons

Ravi Mohan divorce case: Court rejects Rs 40 lakh alimony plea, allows ‘Karathey Babu’ actor to meet sons

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Actor Ravi Mohan’s divorce case with his estranged wife Aarti has taken a new turn with the Chennai Family Welfare Court passing important interim orders. The court dismissed Aarti’s demand for Rs 40 lakh per month as maintenance and instead ordered Ravi Mohan to pay Rs 3 lakh each month until the divorce proceedings are…

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‘Cosmetic exercise to camouflage illegal occupation’: MEA rejects Pak-organised polls in PoK

‘Cosmetic exercise to camouflage illegal occupation’: MEA rejects Pak-organised polls in PoK

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MEA rejects Pak-organised polls in PoK NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs on Tuesday dismissed the legislative assembly elections being held in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK), calling the exercise a “cosmetic” attempt by Islamabad to legitimise its “illegal occupation” of the region. Responding to reports on the polls, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated…

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Costa Rica covered a dead pasture with 12,000 tonnes of orange peel. Sixteen years later, scientists found a thriving forest | World News

Costa Rica covered a dead pasture with 12,000 tonnes of orange peel. Sixteen years later, scientists found a thriving forest | World News

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For most people, discarded orange peel is little more than food-processing waste. In Costa Rica, one abandoned environmental experiment showed it could become something very different. During the late 1990s, around 12,000 tonnes of leftover citrus peel were spread across a worn-out cattle pasture beside the Guanacaste Conservation Area as part of an unusual restoration…

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NEW DELHI: Hospitality major ITC Hotels Ltd Tuesday announced the signing of a management agreement for a new Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels in Rajgir in the presence of Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary. The hotel will be developed under a long-term arrangement between the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation and Kalsi Buildcon Pvt Ltd to promote Bihar as a tourist destination. Spread across 2.67 acres, the proposed hotel will have 107 keys.ITC Hotels MD Anil Chadha said: “Bihar is home to some of India’s most significant cultural & spiritual destinations, and we see immense long-term potential for hospitality-led tourism in the state. The signing of Welcomhotel Rajgir reinforces our promise to build a larger presence in Bihar. As domestic travel continues to evolve, travellers are increasingly seeking destinations that offer authentic experiences alongside branded hospitality. We look forward to this long-term association with Kalsi Buildcon Private Limited and to playing a meaningful role in elevating Bihar’s tourism vision by bringing world-class experiences to one of India’s most compelling travel destinations.”Kalsi Buildcon Pvt Ltd director Sumeet Singh Kalsi said: “We are delighted to collaborate with ITC Hotels to introduce the Welcomhotel brand in Rajgir, Bihar. With its deep historical significance and enduring appeal among visitors from across India and around the world, Rajgir presents a compelling opportunity for the development of a world-class hotel. Our vision is to create a landmark offering that reflects the essence of this region while catering to the evolving preferences of today’s travellers. Combined with ITC Hotels’ recognised service excellence, we are confident that this property will emerge as a distinguished addition to the state’s growing travel landscape.”“This signing coupled with the recent signing of a new ITC Patna hotel and the opening of Welcomhotel Bodhgaya Hotel & Convention Centre, further strengthens ITC Hotels’ presence in Bihar,” the hospitality major said in a statement.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSupreme Court Backs Independent Probe Into Alleged Police Excesses During NEET Protests NationwidePM Modi’s Facebook Post Blocked: Is India’s Digital Sovereignty At Stake?Wangchuk Calls for “Humility” as CJP Celebration Videos Go Viral, Saurav Das Clarifies DebateFamilies Of 4 Injured Policemen Move SC Seeking Action Against CJP Protest ViolenceKhajuraho Airport Tops AAI Customer Satisfaction Survey Despite Having No Flights in July-AugustBihar Withdraws F.I.Rs Against NEET Protesters, Orders Release Of All Arrested In July 25 CasesPetrol Bomb Hurled At BJP Office In Sangrur, BJP Questions Punjab Law And OrderSonam Wangchuk’s Wife Slams BJP And Congress, Says Both Use ‘Identical Tactics’ Against CriticsBig Setback For Vijay Govt, Madras High Court Cancels Jobs Order For Karur Victims’ FamiliesKangana Ranaut Slams Gen Z-led CJP Protests, Calls Viral Protest Reels “Puke Inducing” Online123PhotostoriesInside Shreya Kalra’s lavish Mumbai home: A luxe Bar, dreamy walk-in closet and moreSpiritual quotes by famous Gurus according to your birth date5 forgotten Ayurvedic hair oils that were used before Bhringraj became popular11 temples in India that offer the most delicious prasad5 longest urban beaches in the world: The second one is in IndiaFrom hardship to historic win atCommonwealth Games: The inspiring journey of Sharmila DhankarFrom Zendaya to Shakira, Drake and Cher: REASON why THESE celebrities use their FIRST NAME9 Meditation practices for your date of birth5 yellow-leaf plants to add glamour and luxury to your garden5 handloom fabrics that are dominating Indian fashion again in 2026123Hot PicksH.C. VermaUddhav ThackerayMHT CET final merit listDelhi weatherWeather tomorrowe20 PetrolRajasthan Safai Karamchari recruitmentTN supplementary resultsSouth Korea KOSPI crashTop TrendingDelhi Red AlertNitin GadkariChhattisgarh MurderEknath Shinde New ProjectWeather TomorrowKhajuraho AirportDombivli Doctors Assault CaseChitrakoot Gang Rape CaseSuvendu AdhikariDelhi Police Dharna

NEW DELHI: Hospitality major ITC Hotels Ltd Tuesday announced the signing of a management agreement for a new Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels in Rajgir in the presence of Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary. The hotel will be developed under a long-term arrangement between the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation and Kalsi Buildcon Pvt Ltd to promote Bihar as a tourist destination. Spread across 2.67 acres, the proposed hotel will have 107 keys.ITC Hotels MD Anil Chadha said: “Bihar is home to some of India’s most significant cultural & spiritual destinations, and we see immense long-term potential for hospitality-led tourism in the state. The signing of Welcomhotel Rajgir reinforces our promise to build a larger presence in Bihar. As domestic travel continues to evolve, travellers are increasingly seeking destinations that offer authentic experiences alongside branded hospitality. We look forward to this long-term association with Kalsi Buildcon Private Limited and to playing a meaningful role in elevating Bihar’s tourism vision by bringing world-class experiences to one of India’s most compelling travel destinations.”Kalsi Buildcon Pvt Ltd director Sumeet Singh Kalsi said: “We are delighted to collaborate with ITC Hotels to introduce the Welcomhotel brand in Rajgir, Bihar. With its deep historical significance and enduring appeal among visitors from across India and around the world, Rajgir presents a compelling opportunity for the development of a world-class hotel. Our vision is to create a landmark offering that reflects the essence of this region while catering to the evolving preferences of today’s travellers. Combined with ITC Hotels’ recognised service excellence, we are confident that this property will emerge as a distinguished addition to the state’s growing travel landscape.”“This signing coupled with the recent signing of a new ITC Patna hotel and the opening of Welcomhotel Bodhgaya Hotel & Convention Centre, further strengthens ITC Hotels’ presence in Bihar,” the hospitality major said in a statement.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSupreme Court Backs Independent Probe Into Alleged Police Excesses During NEET Protests NationwidePM Modi’s Facebook Post Blocked: Is India’s Digital Sovereignty At Stake?Wangchuk Calls for “Humility” as CJP Celebration Videos Go Viral, Saurav Das Clarifies DebateFamilies Of 4 Injured Policemen Move SC Seeking Action Against CJP Protest ViolenceKhajuraho Airport Tops AAI Customer Satisfaction Survey Despite Having No Flights in July-AugustBihar Withdraws F.I.Rs Against NEET Protesters, Orders Release Of All Arrested In July 25 CasesPetrol Bomb Hurled At BJP Office In Sangrur, BJP Questions Punjab Law And OrderSonam Wangchuk’s Wife Slams BJP And Congress, Says Both Use ‘Identical Tactics’ Against CriticsBig Setback For Vijay Govt, Madras High Court Cancels Jobs Order For Karur Victims’ FamiliesKangana Ranaut Slams Gen Z-led CJP Protests, Calls Viral Protest Reels “Puke Inducing” Online123PhotostoriesInside Shreya Kalra’s lavish Mumbai home: A luxe Bar, dreamy walk-in closet and moreSpiritual quotes by famous Gurus according to your birth date5 forgotten Ayurvedic hair oils that were used before Bhringraj became popular11 temples in India that offer the most delicious prasad5 longest urban beaches in the world: The second one is in IndiaFrom hardship to historic win atCommonwealth Games: The inspiring journey of Sharmila DhankarFrom Zendaya to Shakira, Drake and Cher: REASON why THESE celebrities use their FIRST NAME9 Meditation practices for your date of birth5 yellow-leaf plants to add glamour and luxury to your garden5 handloom fabrics that are dominating Indian fashion again in 2026123Hot PicksH.C. VermaUddhav ThackerayMHT CET final merit listDelhi weatherWeather tomorrowe20 PetrolRajasthan Safai Karamchari recruitmentTN supplementary resultsSouth Korea KOSPI crashTop TrendingDelhi Red AlertNitin GadkariChhattisgarh MurderEknath Shinde New ProjectWeather TomorrowKhajuraho AirportDombivli Doctors Assault CaseChitrakoot Gang Rape CaseSuvendu AdhikariDelhi Police Dharna

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NEW DELHI: Hospitality major ITC Hotels Ltd Tuesday announced the signing of a management agreement for a new Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels in Rajgir in the presence of Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary. The hotel will be developed under a long-term arrangement between the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation and Kalsi Buildcon Pvt Ltd to promote…

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RPSC 2nd Grade Teacher Answer Key 2026 released, objection window opens from July 29

RPSC 2nd Grade Teacher Answer Key 2026 released, objection window opens from July 29

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RPSC Senior Teacher Answer Key 2026 out for Hindi, Social Science and GK subjects The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the provisional answer key for the RPSC 2nd Grade Teacher Examination 2026 on July 28, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Senior Teacher (Secondary Education Department) Competitive Examination-2025 can now download the subject-wise…

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In 1822, villagers found a White Stork with a spear lodged in its neck: The wounded bird became the first proof of bird migration |

In 1822, villagers found a White Stork with a spear lodged in its neck: The wounded bird became the first proof of bird migration |

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For centuries, people debated bird migration, lacking concrete evidence for their theories. A wounded stork found in Germany in 1822 accidentally settled this long-standing debate. This bird carried a spear from tropical wood, indicating its long journey from Africa. The “Pfeilstorch” became a key exhibit, proving seasonal bird movements across continents. Similar cases of birds…

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Quote of the day by Benjamin Franklin: “Many people die at twenty-five and aren’t buried until…” – why a life without curiosity is only half-lived

Quote of the day by Benjamin Franklin: “Many people die at twenty-five and aren’t buried until…” – why a life without curiosity is only half-lived

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Benjamin Franklin (Image: Wikipedia) Life gets measured in years, but it is really defined by what actually happens inside them. A line widely credited to Benjamin Franklin puts that gap sharply. “Many people die at twenty-five and aren’t buried until they are seventy-five,” it goes. It is obviously not describing literal death. It is describing…

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