2026
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’
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…
Today’s Palmistry Secret: The One Rare Mark That Promises Success Only After Failure
Some people have to work hard for success. They work and wait, they learn, they fall, and they rise. It might look slow from the outside, but their hand might tell a different story. In palmistry, there are signs that suggest that work could be blessed with a hidden blessing later in life.It could be…
Meet Lucas Tadao: 14-year-old Brazilian student who turned cassava peels into biodegradable trays that could help replace Styrofoam and reduce plastic pollution
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…
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
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…
US state department uses AI-generated map that mislabels African countries at Brazil conference | World News
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…
Stock Market Live Updates: Markets end slightly higher; Sensex gains 166 points, Nifty closes above 24,380
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…
DSSSB result 2026 declared for various posts for October–December 2025 exams: Direct link to download scorecards here
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….
Amid Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Ramayana’ trailer launch, Kangana Ranaut reveals she played Sita, drops PICS from 1997, gives ‘aashirwad’ to all the liberals
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…
In Indian Himalayas, a wild spice is helping 200 families protect 100 sq km of forest while generating an income of Rs 39 lakh
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…
Delhi riots: Former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain, 4 others gets life term for IB officer Ankit Sharma’s murder
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…
The Netherlands tried to recreate prehistoric Europe on reclaimed land. The result sparked one of conservation’s biggest debates
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…
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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Infantino’s trusted adviser quits, denounces World Cup plan as ‘a bad deal for football’/ Image:X Pressure on FIFA president Gianni Infantino over his controversial World Cup investment proposal has deepened after one of his closest advisers, Carlos Cordeiro, resigned in protest, becoming the most senior figure within the governing body’s leadership to publicly break ranks…
‘Samudra Manthan’: Cabinet approves Rs 84,084 cr scheme for oil & gas exploration – top things to know
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…
NEET SS counselling 2025: MCC allows Round 1 seat resignation without security deposit loss; read official notice
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced a one-time relaxation for candidates who were allotted seats in Round 1 of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Super Speciality (NEET SS) counselling 2025. Under this special provision, eligible candidates can resign from their allotted seats without losing their security deposit.According to a notice issued by the…
Punjabi singer Jassie Gill mourns mother Ravinder Kaur’s death; shares emotional tribute, final prayer ceremony to be held in Ludhiana on August 5: ‘Har janam main tera putt hova’
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…
Danish tourist’s first overnight train journey in India takes an unexpected turn after ticket booking confusion |
Danish traveller shares surprising first Indian Railways experience India’s railway journeys often leave travellers with stories that go far beyond reaching their destination. For one Danish tourist, it was not just the overnight train ride that became memorable. The moments leading up to it, the unexpected twists during the journey, and the reactions that followed…
Taurus Monthly Predictions for August 2026: Month brings name and fame
Think of August as a garden path after a shower. Some patches are slippery, yet the way ahead remains open. As August begins, you will earn name and fame in your social life. You may become more influential and it is for sure that in the opening days itself the news of your promotion and…
Scientists say massive Pacific Ring of Fire eruptions may have cooled Earth for centuries
The Pacific Ring of Fire, the horseshoe-shaped belt of volcanoes circling the Pacific Ocean, may have played a far bigger role in shaping Earth’s past climate than previously understood. Findings show that some of the largest volcanic eruptions of the past 12,000 years, many originating from this seismically active region, align closely with major glacial…