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From a UN agency invitation to patents in 4 countries: The extraordinary story of 9-year-old Ritanya Kaushik and exclusive parenting tips from her parents

From a UN agency invitation to patents in 4 countries: The extraordinary story of 9-year-old Ritanya Kaushik and exclusive parenting tips from her parents

Most nine-year-olds spend their days juggling school, homework, and playtime. But Ritanya Kaushik is not like most children. At an age when many children are still discovering their interests, Ritanya has already built an impressive portfolio as an inventor, artist, writer, and global citizen. Her achievements span multiple countries and disciplines, from intellectual property rights…

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Lucknow gaming studio fire: After 15 deaths, LDA moves to demolish residential building-turned-commercial hub

Lucknow gaming studio fire: After 15 deaths, LDA moves to demolish residential building-turned-commercial hub

Following a tragic fire that claimed 15 lives, the Lucknow Development Authority has posted a demolition notice on the Aliganj building LUCKNOW: Two days after a devastating fire in Aliganj killed 15 people, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) on Wednesday pasted a demolition notice on the building and asked the owner to respond within 15…

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Did You Know? This ‘Shaitaan’ actor is hospital CEO, treated countless COVID patients while building his Bollywood career – Exclusive

Did You Know? This ‘Shaitaan’ actor is hospital CEO, treated countless COVID patients while building his Bollywood career – Exclusive

Actor and doctor Ashish Gokhale has carved a unique path for himself. While audiences recognize him from projects such as ‘Indian Police Force’, ‘420 IPC’, ‘Shaitaan’, ‘Bholaa’, and recently released ‘Raid 2’, he continues to dedicate himself to his medical profession as the CEO and Medical Superintendent of Advance Multispeciality Hospital and Cardiac Care Centre…

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5 destinations worth exploring along the route

5 destinations worth exploring along the route

Mumbai-Bengaluru Vande Bharat is one of the most awaited trains in India. The route will run between Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Bengaluru’s KSR station, and as per reports, the train will reduce travel time from over 20 hours to roughly 14–17 hours. Stretching across the Deccan Plateau, the train will go through…

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MahaRERA portal changed: How buyers can check projects and complaints now |

MahaRERA portal changed: How buyers can check projects and complaints now |

Homebuyers in Maharashtra will now have to use a new online platform to access project information and complaint-related services, as the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has shut down its old portal and made MahaCRITI the sole online platform for all MahaRERA services.The authority calls the transition a part of its digital modernisation efforts….

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‘The theme of displacement and search’: Sanjay Suri opens up about his personal connect with ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’

‘The theme of displacement and search’: Sanjay Suri opens up about his personal connect with ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’

Sanjay Suri, who plays Jasmer in Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’, opened up about his deep personal connect with the film. Having lost his father during the Kashmir militancy in 1990, Suri said the film’s themes of displacement, grief and loss of home resonated with his own family’s lived history. Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’…

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Few tourists know about this peaceful Himalayan retreat in Sikkim with monasteries, epic treks and Kanchenjunga views |

Few tourists know about this peaceful Himalayan retreat in Sikkim with monasteries, epic treks and Kanchenjunga views |

Tucked high up in South Sikkim, where clouds roll lazily over forested slopes and prayer flags catch the mountain breeze, this place completely bypasses the frantic energy of Gangtok and the heavily trodden tourist trails of North Sikkim, offering something distinctly quieter. You’ll find an unexpected mix of dense woodlands, snow-draped peaks, age-old monasteries, and…

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He threw himself on a grenade and saved his fellow soldiers: Meet US Medal of Honor recipient Nicholas Dockery | World News

He threw himself on a grenade and saved his fellow soldiers: Meet US Medal of Honor recipient Nicholas Dockery | World News

More than a decade after risking his life to save fellow soldiers during a fierce battle in Afghanistan, US Army officer Nicholas Dockery has received the Medal of Honor, America’s highest military award for bravery. Dockery was honoured at a White House ceremony in June 2026 for his actions during a Taliban ambush in Kapisa…

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PM Modi invited to join Khamenei’s funeral ceremony that is to be held between July 4 and July 9 NEW DELHI: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has formally invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the state funeral and burial ceremonies of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, news agency PTI reported citing diplomatic sources.The Prime Minister has been invited by President Pezeshkian to the burial ceremonies, PTI reported.The funeral rites, scheduled across several Iranian cities from July 4 to July 9, are expected to draw millions of mourners and foreign dignitaries. The invitation comes as Iran finalises arrangements for a week-long series of ceremonies that will begin in Tehran and conclude with Khamenei’s burial in Mashhad, his birthplace and one of Shia Islam’s holiest cities.Khamenei was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes on Tehran on February 28.According to Iranian authorities, Khamenei’s body will lie in state at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla complex on July 4 and 5, allowing the public to pay their respects. A state funeral procession is scheduled for July 6, with Tehran province set to observe public holidays during the ceremonies.”The farewell ceremony and prayers for the martyred leader’s body will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 4th and 5th, in Tehran’s Grand Mosalla, and the funeral will be held on Monday, July 6th, and Tehran province will be off for these three days,” IRGC commander Hassan Hassanzadeh, who is overseeing the ceremonies, was quoted as saying.Tehran authorities estimate that around 20 million people could participate in the events.  Watch India’s Hidden Energy Jackpot? US Lifts Iran Sanctions Opens Rare Window Amid Hormuz TroubleState media has reported that the capital will observe holidays on July 4 and 5, while the rest of the country will join in on July 6.Beyond Tehran, commemorative events are planned in the religious centres of Qom and Mashhad. The holy city of Qom will host a tribute ceremony on July 7, while Khamenei will be laid to rest on July 9 at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad. Both cities are expected to observe public holidays to mark the occasion.Neighbouring Iraq will also hold special ceremonies on July 8, including prayers in the revered Shia cities of Najaf and Karbala, reflecting Khamenei’s influence across the region.India had earlier conveyed its condolences following Khamenei’s death. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi and signed the condolence book on behalf of the Government of India.The funeral ceremonies were initially planned for March but were postponed amid escalating conflict in the Middle East following the US-Israeli attacks in February that killed Khamenei and several senior Iranian officials.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 MediaVideosAdani Mundra Airport Starts Commercial Operations As First Star Air Flight Lands From GoaNew Book Reveals Trump Rejected Proposal To Send Indian Peacekeepers To UkraineHyderabad Gets ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ As Telangana Renames Road Outside US ConsulateSindhi Community Raises Concerns Over Utilisation Of 200 Kg Silver Donation Made For Ram MandirIndia Hits Back At Pakistan At UN, Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir Is Strictly An Internal MatterMumbai Faces Widespread Waterlogging As Delayed Monsoon Arrival Brings Heavy Rain And DisruptionsAkhilesh Yadav Says BJP Using Mohan Yadav Land Allegations To Prepare Chief Ministerial ChangesIndia-US Partnership Will Shape The Coming Decades, Says US EnvoyQatar Emir Speaks To PM Modi, Offers Condolences After Ras Laffan Blast’Protectors Became Predators’: Dharmendra Pradhan Reacts To NEET Paper Leak Row, Student Suicides123PhotostoriesWhat is Snake Soup, does it have venom and reasons why Chinese still consume itMumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat corridor: 5 destinations worth exploring along the routeWhat is FAFO parenting? 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PM Modi invited to join Khamenei’s funeral ceremony that is to be held between July 4 and July 9 NEW DELHI: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has formally invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the state funeral and burial ceremonies of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, news agency PTI reported citing diplomatic sources.The Prime Minister has been invited by President Pezeshkian to the burial ceremonies, PTI reported.The funeral rites, scheduled across several Iranian cities from July 4 to July 9, are expected to draw millions of mourners and foreign dignitaries. The invitation comes as Iran finalises arrangements for a week-long series of ceremonies that will begin in Tehran and conclude with Khamenei’s burial in Mashhad, his birthplace and one of Shia Islam’s holiest cities.Khamenei was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes on Tehran on February 28.According to Iranian authorities, Khamenei’s body will lie in state at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla complex on July 4 and 5, allowing the public to pay their respects. A state funeral procession is scheduled for July 6, with Tehran province set to observe public holidays during the ceremonies.”The farewell ceremony and prayers for the martyred leader’s body will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 4th and 5th, in Tehran’s Grand Mosalla, and the funeral will be held on Monday, July 6th, and Tehran province will be off for these three days,” IRGC commander Hassan Hassanzadeh, who is overseeing the ceremonies, was quoted as saying.Tehran authorities estimate that around 20 million people could participate in the events. Watch India’s Hidden Energy Jackpot? US Lifts Iran Sanctions Opens Rare Window Amid Hormuz TroubleState media has reported that the capital will observe holidays on July 4 and 5, while the rest of the country will join in on July 6.Beyond Tehran, commemorative events are planned in the religious centres of Qom and Mashhad. The holy city of Qom will host a tribute ceremony on July 7, while Khamenei will be laid to rest on July 9 at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad. Both cities are expected to observe public holidays to mark the occasion.Neighbouring Iraq will also hold special ceremonies on July 8, including prayers in the revered Shia cities of Najaf and Karbala, reflecting Khamenei’s influence across the region.India had earlier conveyed its condolences following Khamenei’s death. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi and signed the condolence book on behalf of the Government of India.The funeral ceremonies were initially planned for March but were postponed amid escalating conflict in the Middle East following the US-Israeli attacks in February that killed Khamenei and several senior Iranian officials.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 MediaVideosAdani Mundra Airport Starts Commercial Operations As First Star Air Flight Lands From GoaNew Book Reveals Trump Rejected Proposal To Send Indian Peacekeepers To UkraineHyderabad Gets ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ As Telangana Renames Road Outside US ConsulateSindhi Community Raises Concerns Over Utilisation Of 200 Kg Silver Donation Made For Ram MandirIndia Hits Back At Pakistan At UN, Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir Is Strictly An Internal MatterMumbai Faces Widespread Waterlogging As Delayed Monsoon Arrival Brings Heavy Rain And DisruptionsAkhilesh Yadav Says BJP Using Mohan Yadav Land Allegations To Prepare Chief Ministerial ChangesIndia-US Partnership Will Shape The Coming Decades, Says US EnvoyQatar Emir Speaks To PM Modi, Offers Condolences After Ras Laffan Blast’Protectors Became Predators’: Dharmendra Pradhan Reacts To NEET Paper Leak Row, Student Suicides123PhotostoriesWhat is Snake Soup, does it have venom and reasons why Chinese still consume itMumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat corridor: 5 destinations worth exploring along the routeWhat is FAFO parenting? 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PM Modi invited to join Khamenei’s funeral ceremony that is to be held between July 4 and July 9 NEW DELHI: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has formally invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the state funeral and burial ceremonies of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, news agency PTI reported citing diplomatic…

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75 Indian students are heading to Europe for free master’s degrees — here’s how

75 Indian students are heading to Europe for free master’s degrees — here’s how

Representational AI photo For 75 Indian students, the dream of studying in Europe is about to become a reality. The European Union has selected them for the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree (EMJMD) scholarships for the 2026-28 cycle, allowing them to pursue postgraduate studies at universities across Europe.The selected students will study in 15…

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What is FAFO parenting? The viral trend that every Indian parent has already been doing without knowing it

What is FAFO parenting? The viral trend that every Indian parent has already been doing without knowing it

Remember refusing to wear a sweater on a winter morning because you thought you knew better? Or complaining about the food your mother cooked, only to discover there was no alternative waiting for you? For many Indians, childhood was filled with small moments like these. The lesson rarely came through long lectures. Instead, it arrived…

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Things you should never accept as gifts, According to your date of birth

Things you should never accept as gifts, According to your date of birth

More and more people are turning to numerology for advice on relationships, career choices and even gift giving. According to practitioners of numerology, your birth date may determine which gifts will attract positive energy and which will bring unwanted vibrations.Scientists say the claims are based on tradition rather than science, but the popularity of personalized…

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