Gen Z hates 9 to5 jobs? Why young graduates are ditching hiring queues for self-employment and startups: Report

Gen Z hates 9 to5 jobs? Why young graduates are ditching hiring queues for self-employment and startups: Report

For many people, there is a growing perception that Gen Z professionals are less interested in traditional corporate jobs and the regular 9-to-5 work culture. Whether that is true or not, in a job market where hiring is slowing down and entry-level opportunities are becoming harder to secure, more young graduates are either struggling to…

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Did you know Ayushmann Khurrana once broke up with Tahira post ‘Roadies’ win? Said, ‘Don’t have time for relationships’

Did you know Ayushmann Khurrana once broke up with Tahira post ‘Roadies’ win? Said, ‘Don’t have time for relationships’

Ayushmann Khurrana has looked back at his early fame after winning ‘MTV Roadies’ and admitted that he once behaved like a “deep red flag” in his relationship with Tahira Kashyap. The actor said he broke up with Tahira when he was 20 because he thought he needed to focus on himself after his reality show…

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Inside his ₹20 crore ultra-luxury living space

Inside his ₹20 crore ultra-luxury living space

KL Rahul, known for his elegance both on and off the cricket field, reflects the same refined taste in his lifestyle choices. His lavish residence in Mumbai, estimated to be worth around ₹20 crore, beautifully blends modern urban design with understated luxury. The property mirrors the cricketer’s stylish personality in every detail. Here are some…

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Prehistoric rain: The 1,000-foot-deep secret under the Great Plains that took millions of years to build

Prehistoric rain: The 1,000-foot-deep secret under the Great Plains that took millions of years to build

Beneath America’s seemingly simple Great Plains lies a colossal underground freshwater body, the High Plains aquifer, larger than California. This “invisible ocean,” primarily the Ogallala formation, sustains the region’s fertility and agriculture When travelling through the middle of America by automobile, the environment seems almost mesmerisingly simplistic. This is an area defined by amber-coloured fields…

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SP leader Azam Khan sentenced to 2 years in jail over 2019 ‘tankhaiyya’ remarks; fined Rs 5,000

SP leader Azam Khan sentenced to 2 years in jail over 2019 ‘tankhaiyya’ remarks; fined Rs 5,000

RAMPUR: A court in Rampur sentenced Azam Khan to two years’ simple imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 5,000 in a 2019 case related to his alleged derogatory “tankhaiyya” remarks against district administration officials during the Lok Sabha election campaign.Advocate Swadesh Sharma said the conviction was based on documentary and oral evidence presented before…

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Images/PTI  NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday announced the first-ever seizure of Captagon, also known as the ‘Jihadi drug’, worth Rs 182 crore.In a post on X, Shah said the seizure was made under ‘Operation Ragepill’ and described it as a major breakthrough in the Centre’s crackdown on international drug trafficking networks.”Modi govt is resolved for a ‘Drug-Free India’. Glad to share that through ‘Operation RAGEPILL’, our agencies have achieved the first-ever seizure of Captagon, the so-called ‘Jihadi Drug’, worth Rs 182 crore,” Shah wrote.He further said that the drug consignment was allegedly destined for the Middle East and that a foreign national had been arrested in connection with the case.”The busting of the drug consignment destined for the Middle East and the arrest of a foreign national stand out as shining examples of our commitment to zero tolerance against drugs,” he said.Shah reiterated the government’s tough stand against narcotics trafficking and warned that authorities would continue strict action against networks using India as a transit route.”I repeat we will clamp down on every gram of drugs entering India or leaving the country using our territory as the transit route. Kudos to the brave and vigilant warriors of the NCB,” he added.Captagon is the street name historically associated with Fenethylline, a synthetic stimulant drug originally developed in the 1960s for treating attention disorders and narcolepsy. The pharmaceutical formulation was later banned internationally due to its addictive properties.According to officials, illicit Captagon tablets currently circulating in illegal markets are usually manufactured illegally and often contain amphetamine, caffeine, methamphetamine and other synthetic stimulants.The drug is widely abused in parts of West Asia and the Middle East because of its stimulant and euphoric effects, including heightened alertness, prolonged wakefulness, increased aggression and reduced fatigue.During the operation, 227.7 kg of Captagon tablets and powder worth Rs 182 crore were seized and a Syrian national linked to the syndicate was arrested. The NCB has also launched a detailed probe into the international drug trafficking network, including hawala links and logistics chains.Why Captagon is called ‘Jihadi drug’? Captagon has often been referred to as the ‘Jihadi drug’ due to allegations over the years linking its trafficking and consumption with extremist and conflict-zone networks operating in parts of West Asia. International agencies have identified the Captagon trade as one of the biggest emerging synthetic drug threats in the region.Officials said the drug’s low production cost and high illegal demand have made it a major source of illicit financing for organised criminal syndicates and extremist-linked networks.The announcement comes amid the Centre’s broader anti-drug crackdown. Earlier this year, notorious drug trafficker and Dawood Ibrahim aide Mohammad Salim Dola was extradited to India following a joint operation involving Indian agencies and Turkish authorities.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 MediaVideosRampur Court Sentences Azam Khan To 2 Years In 2019 Speech Case, SP Veteran Faces Fresh Legal BlowRG Kar Case Back In Spotlight As BJP MLA Ratna Debnath Calls Mamata Banerjee ‘Head Of Criminals’RG Kar Case Back In Spotlight As BJP MLA Ratna Debnath Calls Mamata Banerjee ‘Head Of Criminals’Delhi Court Grants Robert Vadra Bail In Shikohpur Land Deal Money Laundering Case,ED Probe ContinuesMamata Banerjee Tells Leaders Free To Leave TMC, Vows To Rebuild Party After Bengal Poll RoutJamiat Attacks Bhojshala Verdict, Says Ayodhya Judgment Opened Door To New Religious Site DisputesLiquor Row Turns Political In J&K: BJP Protests Outside Omar Abdullah Residence, NC Defends PolicyIndia-UAE Sign Major Energy Pact As UAE To Store 30 Million Barrels In India’s Strategic Oil ReserveIran Calls Chabahar Port India’s “Golden Gate” To Central Asia, Urges Continued CooperationFIR Filed Against Abhishek Banerjee|TMC Alleges Poll Manipulation, Post-Poll Violence in West Bengal123Photostories5 adorable pet dog breeds that grow tall and large8 local Indian foods loved around the worldHow to grow Mint endlessly in your balcony garden using kitchen scraps: Simple step-by-step guide for beginnersHuma Qureshi brings Banaras to Cannes in royal purple saree with Riviera-inspired palm motifs5 signs a mother is mentally exhaustedNational Dengue Day 2026: Doctors warn Dengue is now a year-round threat, and families are still missing early signs6 delicious traditional Indian dishes made with rice flour6 signs your child is ready for preschoolJannat Zubair’s home, ‘gilded’ in gold and neutrals, is effortlessly luxurious: Artsy inspirations to take away8 famous Indian street foods that were once royal dishes123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingRishabh PantNEET PaperIPL Points TableNEET Aspirant DieKerala Board SSLC Result 2026IPL 2026IPL Orange Cap 2026Bengaluru RapeWho is Shubham KhairnarIndia UA Trade Talk

Images/PTI NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday announced the first-ever seizure of Captagon, also known as the ‘Jihadi drug’, worth Rs 182 crore.In a post on X, Shah said the seizure was made under ‘Operation Ragepill’ and described it as a major breakthrough in the Centre’s crackdown on international drug trafficking networks.”Modi govt is resolved for a ‘Drug-Free India’. Glad to share that through ‘Operation RAGEPILL’, our agencies have achieved the first-ever seizure of Captagon, the so-called ‘Jihadi Drug’, worth Rs 182 crore,” Shah wrote.He further said that the drug consignment was allegedly destined for the Middle East and that a foreign national had been arrested in connection with the case.”The busting of the drug consignment destined for the Middle East and the arrest of a foreign national stand out as shining examples of our commitment to zero tolerance against drugs,” he said.Shah reiterated the government’s tough stand against narcotics trafficking and warned that authorities would continue strict action against networks using India as a transit route.”I repeat we will clamp down on every gram of drugs entering India or leaving the country using our territory as the transit route. Kudos to the brave and vigilant warriors of the NCB,” he added.Captagon is the street name historically associated with Fenethylline, a synthetic stimulant drug originally developed in the 1960s for treating attention disorders and narcolepsy. The pharmaceutical formulation was later banned internationally due to its addictive properties.According to officials, illicit Captagon tablets currently circulating in illegal markets are usually manufactured illegally and often contain amphetamine, caffeine, methamphetamine and other synthetic stimulants.The drug is widely abused in parts of West Asia and the Middle East because of its stimulant and euphoric effects, including heightened alertness, prolonged wakefulness, increased aggression and reduced fatigue.During the operation, 227.7 kg of Captagon tablets and powder worth Rs 182 crore were seized and a Syrian national linked to the syndicate was arrested. The NCB has also launched a detailed probe into the international drug trafficking network, including hawala links and logistics chains.Why Captagon is called ‘Jihadi drug’? Captagon has often been referred to as the ‘Jihadi drug’ due to allegations over the years linking its trafficking and consumption with extremist and conflict-zone networks operating in parts of West Asia. International agencies have identified the Captagon trade as one of the biggest emerging synthetic drug threats in the region.Officials said the drug’s low production cost and high illegal demand have made it a major source of illicit financing for organised criminal syndicates and extremist-linked networks.The announcement comes amid the Centre’s broader anti-drug crackdown. Earlier this year, notorious drug trafficker and Dawood Ibrahim aide Mohammad Salim Dola was extradited to India following a joint operation involving Indian agencies and Turkish authorities.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 MediaVideosRampur Court Sentences Azam Khan To 2 Years In 2019 Speech Case, SP Veteran Faces Fresh Legal BlowRG Kar Case Back In Spotlight As BJP MLA Ratna Debnath Calls Mamata Banerjee ‘Head Of Criminals’RG Kar Case Back In Spotlight As BJP MLA Ratna Debnath Calls Mamata Banerjee ‘Head Of Criminals’Delhi Court Grants Robert Vadra Bail In Shikohpur Land Deal Money Laundering Case,ED Probe ContinuesMamata Banerjee Tells Leaders Free To Leave TMC, Vows To Rebuild Party After Bengal Poll RoutJamiat Attacks Bhojshala Verdict, Says Ayodhya Judgment Opened Door To New Religious Site DisputesLiquor Row Turns Political In J&K: BJP Protests Outside Omar Abdullah Residence, NC Defends PolicyIndia-UAE Sign Major Energy Pact As UAE To Store 30 Million Barrels In India’s Strategic Oil ReserveIran Calls Chabahar Port India’s “Golden Gate” To Central Asia, Urges Continued CooperationFIR Filed Against Abhishek Banerjee|TMC Alleges Poll Manipulation, Post-Poll Violence in West Bengal123Photostories5 adorable pet dog breeds that grow tall and large8 local Indian foods loved around the worldHow to grow Mint endlessly in your balcony garden using kitchen scraps: Simple step-by-step guide for beginnersHuma Qureshi brings Banaras to Cannes in royal purple saree with Riviera-inspired palm motifs5 signs a mother is mentally exhaustedNational Dengue Day 2026: Doctors warn Dengue is now a year-round threat, and families are still missing early signs6 delicious traditional Indian dishes made with rice flour6 signs your child is ready for preschoolJannat Zubair’s home, ‘gilded’ in gold and neutrals, is effortlessly luxurious: Artsy inspirations to take away8 famous Indian street foods that were once royal dishes123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingRishabh PantNEET PaperIPL Points TableNEET Aspirant DieKerala Board SSLC Result 2026IPL 2026IPL Orange Cap 2026Bengaluru RapeWho is Shubham KhairnarIndia UA Trade Talk

NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday announced the first-ever seizure of Captagon, also known as the ‘Jihadi drug’, worth Rs 182 crore.In a post on X, Shah said the seizure was made under ‘Operation Ragepill’ and described it as a major breakthrough in the Centre’s crackdown on international drug trafficking networks.“Modi govt…

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Financial systems must remain connected to real economy, PM’s principal secretary PK Mishra cautions against speculation

Financial systems must remain connected to real economy, PM’s principal secretary PK Mishra cautions against speculation

Principal secretary to Prime minister Narendra Modi, PK Mishra, on Saturday cautioned that financial systems should remain connected to the real economy and everyday lives of citizens, warning against risks arising from excessive speculation and instability in markets, ANI reported.Addressing the 20th convocation ceremony of the National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM) in Pune, Mishra…

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JEE Advanced 2026 exam tomorrow: Check dress code, items to carry, important exam day guidelines

JEE Advanced 2026 exam tomorrow: Check dress code, items to carry, important exam day guidelines

JEE Advanced 2026 exam tomorrow: Check dress code, items to carry, important exam day guidelines JEE Advanced 2026: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee will conduct the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2026 on Sunday, May 17, at centres across the country. The examination will be held in two shifts and candidates have been…

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All about Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s “ million ‘forever home'” near unexpected seaside location

All about Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s “$33 million ‘forever home'” near unexpected seaside location

Jason Statham, the acclaimed British action star, and his longtime partner Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, the model and actress, are building what could be their most ambitious project yet. The Hollywood couple are constructing a $33 million ‘forever home’ on England’s South Coast that blends high design, family living and a back-to-nature lifestyle in one of the…

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CJI Surya Kant clarifies ‘cockroach’ remarks on unemployed youth

CJI Surya Kant clarifies ‘cockroach’ remarks on unemployed youth

NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday clarified his recent remarks comparing some unemployed youth to ‘cockroaches’, asserting that his observations had been ‘misquoted’ and were specifically aimed at people entering professions using ‘fake and bogus degrees.‘In a statement issued a day after the remarks triggered controversy, CJI Kant said, “I am…

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Who is Priyadarshini Mallick? TMC leader Jyotipriya’s daughter removed from post of WBCHSE secretary

Who is Priyadarshini Mallick? TMC leader Jyotipriya’s daughter removed from post of WBCHSE secretary

Priyadarshini Mallick, daughter of former West Bengal minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Jyotipriya Mallick, has been removed from her position as secretary of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE), the body responsible for conducting Higher Secondary examinations in the state. According to an IANS report citing an official letter, she was…

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s twinning spring outfits in New York: Decoding their recent date night looks

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s twinning spring outfits in New York: Decoding their recent date night looks

If you see two shiny golden silhouettes down the road, it’s probably Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in their bejeweled outfits. The engaged couple has been cruising through the cities, hand-in-hand, for their date nights. However, the internet can’t simply stop discussing their looks. Whether it’s florals or edgy, the duo knows how to drop…

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In 2017, a Portuguese man began a garden renovation and found an 82-foot dinosaur that lived 150 million years ago

In 2017, a Portuguese man began a garden renovation and found an 82-foot dinosaur that lived 150 million years ago

Construction work in Pombal, Portugal, unearthed a colossal dinosaur skeleton. This sauropod, possibly Europe’s largest, measured 82 feet long and 39 feet high. Image Credit: Instituto Dom Luiz (Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon) (Portugal) It is usually the most seemingly ordinary things that lead to some of the biggest revelations. In 2017,…

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‘Decade of crises for world’: PM Modi warns ‘past achievements could be wiped away’ by Middle East war

‘Decade of crises for world’: PM Modi warns ‘past achievements could be wiped away’ by Middle East war

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday warned that continuing wars and global instability could reverse decades of development and push large populations back into poverty, as he stressed the need for resilient and trusted global supply chains.Addressing the Indian diaspora in The Hague during his visit to the Netherlands, PM Modi said the…

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