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Flagstar’s 2021 data breaches affected nearly 2.2 million people; eligible Americans have until August 11 to claim documented losses up to ,000 from a proposed .5 million settlement

Flagstar’s 2021 data breaches affected nearly 2.2 million people; eligible Americans have until August 11 to claim documented losses up to $25,000 from a proposed $31.5 million settlement

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Flagstar Bank has agreed to pay $31.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit over two cyberattacks in 2021. Millions of Flagstar Bank customers who were affected by two cyberattacks in 2021 could be eligible for compensation under a class action settlement. The American bank has agreed to pay $31.5 million to settle claims linked…

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NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Friday sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, rejecting the prosecution’s plea for the death penalty after holding that it had failed to prove the convicts were beyond the possibility of reformation.Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh pronounced the sentence after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and the defence on the quantum of punishment. The court said the prosecution had not established that the case met the threshold for awarding capital punishment, even though it had convicted Hussain and four others for Sharma’s murder earlier this month.The judgment was delivered in the physical presence of Hussain and the other convicts amid tight security at Delhi’s Karkardooma Court.Why the court awarded life imprisonment instead of deathWhile the Delhi Police had argued that the case fell within the “rarest of rare” category warranting capital punishment, the court concluded that the prosecution had not proved that the convicts were incapable of reform, a key principle laid down by the Supreme Court for awarding the death penalty.Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh observed that the prosecution was unable to establish that the convicts were beyond reformation, leading the court to impose life imprisonment instead.The prosecution had sought the death penalty for Hussain and the four co-convicts, arguing that the murder was brutal, deliberate and carried out without any provocation.Prosecution sought death penaltyDuring the sentencing hearing, Special Public Prosecutor Madhukar Pandey described the crime as “anti-social and abhorrent” and argued that it qualified as one of the “rarest of rare” cases.Pandey told the court that Sharma was subjected to a cold-blooded and savage attack with a heavy cutting weapon and that the killing could not be viewed in isolation because it occurred during the northeast Delhi riots in which 53 people lost their lives.According to the prosecution, Sharma sustained 51 injuries, seven of which were independently sufficient to cause death.The prosecution further submitted that the convicts acted without provocation and displayed complete disregard for the consequences of their actions.Earlier, Pandey had argued that the accused had fallen to the “level of being animals” while assaulting Sharma and said:”Those who are asking for mercy today should have shown mercy themselves. No mercy was shown from anyone’s side. No one even took Ankit to the hospital. They are asking for mercy after committing such a brutal murder.”The prosecution also argued that Hussain, being an elected municipal councillor at the time, had a greater responsibility to protect citizens instead of becoming part of the unlawful assembly.Defence argued case did not qualify as ‘rarest of rare’The defence, however, urged the court to show leniency, arguing that not every murder warranted capital punishment and that aggravating and mitigating circumstances must both be considered.Senior advocate Rajiv Mohan, appearing for Hussain, argued that six of the eleven accused in the case had already been acquitted and that the prosecution had failed to establish any conspiracy during the trial.The defence maintained that Hussain’s conviction rested on his membership of an unlawful assembly and common intention rather than evidence showing he personally inflicted fatal injuries on Sharma.The counsel further argued that there had been no preparation or conspiracy, that Sharma had been attacked by a large crowd during widespread rioting and that Hussain’s conduct during custody had remained satisfactory.Advocate Tara Narula also urged the court to consider Hussain’s family circumstances, submitting that he had three children, an elderly father and that his wife was a homemaker dependent on rental income.Counsel representing the other convicts similarly pleaded for leniency, citing their family responsibilities and arguing that both communities had been involved in the violence.The court, however, rejected several of the defence’s contentions before pronouncing the sentence.Court’s conviction orderOn July 13, the court convicted Hussain and four others for Sharma’s murder.In its conviction order, the court held that Hussain was a member of a heavily armed mob that had assembled with animus against Hindus to commit rioting, arson and looting before murdering Sharma in what it described as a “savage and relentless assault.”The court further held that the prosecution had proved members of the unlawful assembly knew that pursuing their common object could result in death.Murder during Delhi riotsAnkit Sharma, an Intelligence Bureau officer, was killed during the northeast Delhi riots in February 2020 in the Dayalpur area. His mutilated body was later recovered from a drain.Hussain was convicted under Sections 302 (murder), 365 (kidnapping or abducting with intent secretly and wrongfully to confine a person), 147 (rioting), 148 (rioting armed with a deadly weapon), 153A (promoting enmity) and 188 (disobedience to an order duly promulgated by a public servant) of the Indian Penal Code, read with Section 149 relating to unlawful assembly.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesWith Friday’s sentencing order, Hussain and the four co-convicts will serve life imprisonment, while the court’s decision underscores that despite the brutality of the crime, the legal threshold required for imposing the death penalty was not met because the prosecution failed to prove they were beyond the possibility of reformation.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About 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. 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NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Friday sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, rejecting the prosecution’s plea for the death penalty after holding that it had failed to prove the convicts were beyond the possibility of reformation.Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh pronounced the sentence after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and the defence on the quantum of punishment. The court said the prosecution had not established that the case met the threshold for awarding capital punishment, even though it had convicted Hussain and four others for Sharma’s murder earlier this month.The judgment was delivered in the physical presence of Hussain and the other convicts amid tight security at Delhi’s Karkardooma Court.Why the court awarded life imprisonment instead of deathWhile the Delhi Police had argued that the case fell within the “rarest of rare” category warranting capital punishment, the court concluded that the prosecution had not proved that the convicts were incapable of reform, a key principle laid down by the Supreme Court for awarding the death penalty.Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh observed that the prosecution was unable to establish that the convicts were beyond reformation, leading the court to impose life imprisonment instead.The prosecution had sought the death penalty for Hussain and the four co-convicts, arguing that the murder was brutal, deliberate and carried out without any provocation.Prosecution sought death penaltyDuring the sentencing hearing, Special Public Prosecutor Madhukar Pandey described the crime as “anti-social and abhorrent” and argued that it qualified as one of the “rarest of rare” cases.Pandey told the court that Sharma was subjected to a cold-blooded and savage attack with a heavy cutting weapon and that the killing could not be viewed in isolation because it occurred during the northeast Delhi riots in which 53 people lost their lives.According to the prosecution, Sharma sustained 51 injuries, seven of which were independently sufficient to cause death.The prosecution further submitted that the convicts acted without provocation and displayed complete disregard for the consequences of their actions.Earlier, Pandey had argued that the accused had fallen to the “level of being animals” while assaulting Sharma and said:”Those who are asking for mercy today should have shown mercy themselves. No mercy was shown from anyone’s side. No one even took Ankit to the hospital. They are asking for mercy after committing such a brutal murder.”The prosecution also argued that Hussain, being an elected municipal councillor at the time, had a greater responsibility to protect citizens instead of becoming part of the unlawful assembly.Defence argued case did not qualify as ‘rarest of rare’The defence, however, urged the court to show leniency, arguing that not every murder warranted capital punishment and that aggravating and mitigating circumstances must both be considered.Senior advocate Rajiv Mohan, appearing for Hussain, argued that six of the eleven accused in the case had already been acquitted and that the prosecution had failed to establish any conspiracy during the trial.The defence maintained that Hussain’s conviction rested on his membership of an unlawful assembly and common intention rather than evidence showing he personally inflicted fatal injuries on Sharma.The counsel further argued that there had been no preparation or conspiracy, that Sharma had been attacked by a large crowd during widespread rioting and that Hussain’s conduct during custody had remained satisfactory.Advocate Tara Narula also urged the court to consider Hussain’s family circumstances, submitting that he had three children, an elderly father and that his wife was a homemaker dependent on rental income.Counsel representing the other convicts similarly pleaded for leniency, citing their family responsibilities and arguing that both communities had been involved in the violence.The court, however, rejected several of the defence’s contentions before pronouncing the sentence.Court’s conviction orderOn July 13, the court convicted Hussain and four others for Sharma’s murder.In its conviction order, the court held that Hussain was a member of a heavily armed mob that had assembled with animus against Hindus to commit rioting, arson and looting before murdering Sharma in what it described as a “savage and relentless assault.”The court further held that the prosecution had proved members of the unlawful assembly knew that pursuing their common object could result in death.Murder during Delhi riotsAnkit Sharma, an Intelligence Bureau officer, was killed during the northeast Delhi riots in February 2020 in the Dayalpur area. His mutilated body was later recovered from a drain.Hussain was convicted under Sections 302 (murder), 365 (kidnapping or abducting with intent secretly and wrongfully to confine a person), 147 (rioting), 148 (rioting armed with a deadly weapon), 153A (promoting enmity) and 188 (disobedience to an order duly promulgated by a public servant) of the Indian Penal Code, read with Section 149 relating to unlawful assembly.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesWith Friday’s sentencing order, Hussain and the four co-convicts will serve life imprisonment, while the court’s decision underscores that despite the brutality of the crime, the legal threshold required for imposing the death penalty was not met because the prosecution failed to prove they were beyond the possibility of reformation.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About 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 MediaVideosMeta India Head Named In FIR As Posts Criticising PM Modi Surface; Social Accounts Under Scanner’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue Identity123PhotostoriesFriendship Day Cards 2026: Best friendship day greeting card images to share with your friends7 traditional Kashmiri breads and what makes them so specialInside Archana Puran Singh’s 75-year-old Dehradun home: A lush garden, vintage interiors and a massive living roomThese 8 ancient Indian foods were considered medicine before modern nutrition existedThinking of taking Priorin for hair loss? Know its benefits, ingredients, and natural alternativesAnanya Panday’s peacock blue Gauri & Nainika gown is the luxe fashion moment everyone will rememberWhat Lord Shiva teaches you based on your birth dateBefore you throw out old glass jars, try these 7 DIY ideas for your kitchen, garden, and homeChef reveals the healthy salad recipe that President Droupadi Murmu asked her team to master10 tiny texting habits that quietly push people away without you realizing it123Hot PicksHurricane IrmaRuchika SinghRRB Group D Admit CardNEET selective edit windowCommonwealth Games LiveUS work permit feeE20 petrol debateAssam floodsKanwar Yatra 2026Top TrendingSaurav DasBengal JeM Terrorist ArrestedJaisalmer Military Station AccidentCM VijayDehradun Teacher SuicideAnkit Sharma Murder CaseAam Aadmi PartyShraddha Walkar Murder CaseMumbai Building CollapseStock Market Up

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NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Friday sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, rejecting the prosecution’s plea for the death penalty after holding that it had failed to prove the convicts were beyond…

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Manushi Chhillar opens up on her tough phase after NEET paper leak in 2015: ‘You wonder how much more you have left to give, had to sacrifice everything’

Manushi Chhillar opens up on her tough phase after NEET paper leak in 2015: ‘You wonder how much more you have left to give, had to sacrifice everything’

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Actress and former medical student Manushi Chhillar recently reflected on the emotional strain of having to retake her medical entrance examination after the 2015 paper leak. She has spoken about it at length days after the recent protests against the NEET paper leak by students. Manushi shared how the unexpected setback tested her resilience and…

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Meet Lucas Tadao: 14-year-old Brazilian student who turned cassava peels into biodegradable trays that could help replace Styrofoam and reduce plastic pollution

Meet Lucas Tadao: 14-year-old Brazilian student who turned cassava peels into biodegradable trays that could help replace Styrofoam and reduce plastic pollution

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As concerns over plastic pollution continue to grow, a 14-year-old student in Brazil has developed a sustainable alternative using materials that would otherwise be discarded. Lucas Tadao Sugahara Wernick, a student from Curitiba in the southern state of Paraná, created biodegradable food trays made from cassava peels and araucaria tree residues. Designed as a substitute…

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Jamuna Rani Death News: Legendary South Indian singer Jamuna Rani of ‘Kungumapoove Konjum Purave’ fame passes away at 88 due to age-related ailments | Tamil Movie News

Jamuna Rani Death News: Legendary South Indian singer Jamuna Rani of ‘Kungumapoove Konjum Purave’ fame passes away at 88 due to age-related ailments | Tamil Movie News

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Trigger warning: This article mentions death, reader discretion is advised.Veteran playback singer Jamuna Rani, celebrated for timeless classics including ‘Kungumapoove Konjum Purave’, has passed away at the age of 88 due to age-related ailments at her residence in Bengaluru. A legendary voice in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam cinema, Jamuna Rani recorded over 6,000 songs…

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US state department uses AI-generated map that mislabels African countries at Brazil conference | World News

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US State Department presented an AI-generated map at a Brazil health conference that misplaced Nigeria, Mozambique, and Ivory Coast. A map of Africa shown during a US State Department presentation at an international health conference in Brazil incorrectly placed and labelled every country on the continent, drawing attention from attendees and prompting widespread online discussion.The…

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Stock Market Live Updates: Markets end slightly higher; Sensex gains 166 points, Nifty closes above 24,380

Stock Market Live Updates: Markets end slightly higher; Sensex gains 166 points, Nifty closes above 24,380

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Markets open higher; Nifty tops 24,360, Sensex nears 78,000 Indian benchmark indices opened higher, tracking positive global cues and continued foreign investor buying. The Nifty 50 rose 44.30 points (0.18%) to 24,361.50, while the Sensex gained 70.51 points to 77,998.70. Broader markets also remained firm, with the Nifty Midcap 100 advancing 175.25 points (0.28%) to…

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DSSSB result 2026 declared for various posts for October–December 2025 exams: Direct link to download scorecards here

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The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board has published the results for various recruitment examinations conducted during October, November, and December 2025. Candidates can view their qualifying status by logging into the official portal with their application credentials. Those shortlisted are advised to preserve their result copies and follow the official website for upcoming recruitment stages….

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Amid Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Ramayana’ trailer launch, Kangana Ranaut reveals she played Sita, drops PICS from 1997, gives ‘aashirwad’ to all the liberals

Amid Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Ramayana’ trailer launch, Kangana Ranaut reveals she played Sita, drops PICS from 1997, gives ‘aashirwad’ to all the liberals

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Kangana Ranaut shared a childhood photograph from a 1997 school play. She portrayed Goddess Sita in the Ramayana during her school days. This memory surfaced amid discussions surrounding the recent Ramayana trailer release. The actress also recently criticized Gen Z protesters in social media posts. Ranaut was last seen in the medical drama-thriller Bharat Bhagya…

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In Indian Himalayas, a wild spice is helping 200 families protect 100 sq km of forest while generating an income of Rs 39 lakh

In Indian Himalayas, a wild spice is helping 200 families protect 100 sq km of forest while generating an income of Rs 39 lakh

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For generations, indigenous communities in Arunachal Pradesh had been using a spice in their food for its citrusy, tongue-tingling flavour. The native plant was a part of their world and that’s all they knew. But today, the small spice is helping 200 families gain a livelihood while also protecting agricultural land.On autumn mornings, residents of…

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Delhi riots: Former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain, 4 others gets life term for IB officer Ankit Sharma’s murder

Delhi riots: Former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain, 4 others gets life term for IB officer Ankit Sharma’s murder

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The Karkardooma court had convicted Tahir Hussain (left) and four others in the case earlier this month. NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Thursday sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) official Ankit Sharma during the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots.Additional sessions judge Praveen…

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The Netherlands tried to recreate prehistoric Europe on reclaimed land. The result sparked one of conservation’s biggest debates

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Representative Image of large herbivores grazing in a rewilded wetland reserve (AI-generated image) In the early 1980s, Dutch ecologist Frans Vera introduced Heck cattle, Konik horses and red deer together into the Oostvaardersplassen, a stretch of reclaimed wetland in Flevoland province that had been left undeveloped after failed plans to use it for industry. Vera’s…

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India reaffirmed its role as Bhutan’s largest development partner NEW DELHI: India and Bhutan on Thursday reviewed the progress of New Delhi-backed development projects in the Himalayan nation and signed a Rs 4,000-crore concessional line of credit agreement, while also expanding cooperation in the health sector.The decisions were taken during the fifth India-Bhutan Development Cooperation Talks, co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and his Bhutanese counterpart Dasho Pema Lektup Dorji in Thimphu.According to a joint statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the two sides reviewed the implementation of India’s Rs 10,000-crore support package for Bhutan’s 13th Five-Year Plan (2024-29), covering Project Tied Assistance (PTA), High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDP), the Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) and Programme Grants.The two countries approved 12 new Project Tied Assistance projects worth Rs 332 crore in sectors including infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, urban amenities and disaster management. With these approvals, the total number of PTA projects under Bhutan’s 13th Five-Year Plan has reached 82, with a combined outlay of Rs 6,860 crore.India has also released Rs 1,250 crore under the Economic Stimulus Programme, Rs 735.2 crore for High Impact Community Development Projects and Rs 200 crore as Programme Grant. The meeting reviewed the utilisation of these funds.During the talks, the two sides exchanged an agreement for a Rs 4,000-crore (Nu 40 billion) concessional line of credit between the Export-Import Bank of India and Bhutan’s ministry of finance to support development initiatives in the country.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesIndia and Bhutan also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on health education and research between the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences.As part of India’s support for Bhutan’s green mobility programme, 45 electric vehicles were handed over to the Royal Government of Bhutan.The two foreign secretaries also virtually inaugurated the Thimphu Ecological Park and Olakha Park, developed under the India-funded “Green Infrastructure and Open Spaces in Thimphu” project.Misri was on a two-day visit to Bhutan from July 30 to 31. During the visit, he called on King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay and Foreign Minister Lyonpo D N Dhungyel.India remains Bhutan’s largest development partner, extending financial and technical assistance for infrastructure, connectivity, education, healthcare and capacity-building projects over several decades.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About 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 MediaVideosMeta India Head Named In FIR As Posts Criticising PM Modi Surface; Social Accounts Under Scanner’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue Identity123PhotostoriesThese 8 ancient Indian foods were considered medicine before modern nutrition existedThinking of taking Priorin for hair loss? 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India reaffirmed its role as Bhutan’s largest development partner NEW DELHI: India and Bhutan on Thursday reviewed the progress of New Delhi-backed development projects in the Himalayan nation and signed a Rs 4,000-crore concessional line of credit agreement, while also expanding cooperation in the health sector.The decisions were taken during the fifth India-Bhutan Development Cooperation Talks, co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and his Bhutanese counterpart Dasho Pema Lektup Dorji in Thimphu.According to a joint statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the two sides reviewed the implementation of India’s Rs 10,000-crore support package for Bhutan’s 13th Five-Year Plan (2024-29), covering Project Tied Assistance (PTA), High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDP), the Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) and Programme Grants.The two countries approved 12 new Project Tied Assistance projects worth Rs 332 crore in sectors including infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, urban amenities and disaster management. With these approvals, the total number of PTA projects under Bhutan’s 13th Five-Year Plan has reached 82, with a combined outlay of Rs 6,860 crore.India has also released Rs 1,250 crore under the Economic Stimulus Programme, Rs 735.2 crore for High Impact Community Development Projects and Rs 200 crore as Programme Grant. The meeting reviewed the utilisation of these funds.During the talks, the two sides exchanged an agreement for a Rs 4,000-crore (Nu 40 billion) concessional line of credit between the Export-Import Bank of India and Bhutan’s ministry of finance to support development initiatives in the country.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesIndia and Bhutan also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on health education and research between the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences.As part of India’s support for Bhutan’s green mobility programme, 45 electric vehicles were handed over to the Royal Government of Bhutan.The two foreign secretaries also virtually inaugurated the Thimphu Ecological Park and Olakha Park, developed under the India-funded “Green Infrastructure and Open Spaces in Thimphu” project.Misri was on a two-day visit to Bhutan from July 30 to 31. During the visit, he called on King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay and Foreign Minister Lyonpo D N Dhungyel.India remains Bhutan’s largest development partner, extending financial and technical assistance for infrastructure, connectivity, education, healthcare and capacity-building projects over several decades.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About 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. 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India reaffirmed its role as Bhutan’s largest development partner NEW DELHI: India and Bhutan on Thursday reviewed the progress of New Delhi-backed development projects in the Himalayan nation and signed a Rs 4,000-crore concessional line of credit agreement, while also expanding cooperation in the health sector.The decisions were taken during the fifth India-Bhutan Development Cooperation…

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Samudra Manthan is projected to help add more than 600 million metric tons of oil Equivalent (MMTOE) to India’s reserves. Samudra Manthan scheme: Amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, India has announced a Rs 84,084 crore scheme for oil and gas exploration. PM Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet approved the ‘Samudra Manthan’ National Offshore Exploration Scheme…

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Punjabi singer-actor Jassie Gill is mourning his mother Sardarni Ravinder Kaur’s death on July 27, 2026. He announced her passing on Instagram, sharing the bhog ceremony is scheduled for August 5 in Ludhiana. He had earlier posted a heartfelt tribute to her. Fans and the Punjabi entertainment industry have poured in condolences and support. Jassie…

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