June 21, 2026
Nikki Haley’s son, who wants to ban H-1B, explains why Zohran Mamdani won NYC elections: ‘They have different ways…’

Nikki Haley’s son, who wants to ban H-1B, explains why Zohran Mamdani won NYC elections: ‘They have different ways…’

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Nalin, the son of Nikki Haley, asserts that the discontent among young Americans, illustrated by socialist Zohran Mamdani’s electoral success, is due to Republican indifference to pressing economic issues. He mentions that many of his peers, even those holding degrees, are struggling to secure employment—a challenge that Democrats are keen to tackle. Nikki Haley’s son…

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‘Serious questions on Vishwaguru’s huglomacy’: Congress slams PM Modi over US-Iran talks in Pakistan

‘Serious questions on Vishwaguru’s huglomacy’: Congress slams PM Modi over US-Iran talks in Pakistan

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NEW DELHI: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Saturday jabbed Prime Minister Narendra Modi, questioning the government’s failure to prevent Washington from according Islamabad a key role in mediating between the United States and Iran.This comes after US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Islamabad to lead crucial talks with an Iranian delegation aimed at stabilising…

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US labour market: After affordability concerns, America faces its next hurdle — a ‘stagnating’ job landscape

US labour market: After affordability concerns, America faces its next hurdle — a ‘stagnating’ job landscape

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The US labour market continues to lose steam, with the latest jobs report showing a sharp slowdown in hiring. While November’s data was affected by shutdown-related distortions, economists say the broader trend is clear: job creation has settled into a prolonged low gear.Though employers are still adding workers, the pace of hiring is among the…

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NEW DELHI: Acknowledging that encroachment upon forest land is one of the gravest challenges confronting environmental governance in the country, Supreme Court on Monday said that protection of environment and action agai-nst encroachers must happen through lawful means and a govt cannot resort to arbitrary action. It put on hold an anti-encroachment drive in reserved forests in Assam.A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe said the Constitution did not envisage a choice between environmental protection and rule of law; rather, it insisted that they co-exist and reinforce each other. The bench held that the alleged encroachers should be given a chance to submit relevant documents to substantiate their claim over the land, and action should be taken only if the allegations were proved.The bench agreed with Assam govt’s suggestion to set up a committee to examine the documents. “If an unauthorised occupation is found in a reserved forest area, after scrutiny of documents, a speaking order shall be passed and shall be served… giving him 15 days’ notice to vacate unauthorised occupation. Only after expiry of the period of notice shall action be taken to remove unauthorised occupants,” SC said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123PhotostoriesFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind them123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

NEW DELHI: Acknowledging that encroachment upon forest land is one of the gravest challenges confronting environmental governance in the country, Supreme Court on Monday said that protection of environment and action agai-nst encroachers must happen through lawful means and a govt cannot resort to arbitrary action. It put on hold an anti-encroachment drive in reserved forests in Assam.A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe said the Constitution did not envisage a choice between environmental protection and rule of law; rather, it insisted that they co-exist and reinforce each other. The bench held that the alleged encroachers should be given a chance to submit relevant documents to substantiate their claim over the land, and action should be taken only if the allegations were proved.The bench agreed with Assam govt’s suggestion to set up a committee to examine the documents. “If an unauthorised occupation is found in a reserved forest area, after scrutiny of documents, a speaking order shall be passed and shall be served… giving him 15 days’ notice to vacate unauthorised occupation. Only after expiry of the period of notice shall action be taken to remove unauthorised occupants,” SC said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123PhotostoriesFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind them123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

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NEW DELHI: Acknowledging that encroachment upon forest land is one of the gravest challenges confronting environmental governance in the country, Supreme Court on Monday said that protection of environment and action agai-nst encroachers must happen through lawful means and a govt cannot resort to arbitrary action. It put on hold an anti-encroachment drive in reserved…

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US again throws India over the Russian oil barrel

US again throws India over the Russian oil barrel

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TOI correspondent from Washington: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has renewed pressure on New Delhi’s purchases of Russian oil, telling Congress on Tuesday that the Trump administration wants to end “as soon as possible” sanctions waivers and special arrangements that have allowed countries such as India to import Russian oilRubio’s remarks during a Senate…

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Rahul Gandhi with CBSE students. NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leadr of opposition Rahul Gandhi Monday targeted the CBSE for charging students a range of fees for re-evaluation, even when discrepancies stem from the board’s own errors.Targeting the entire process of charging the students, the Congress leader said: “When education is turned from a service into a business, mistakes aren’t corrected. They’re multiplied. And our children are paying the steepest price for it.””Beware of pickpockets – today they’re sitting inside CBSE. If marks come out wrong due to CBSE’s mistake, what do you get? A bill: Digital scan copy: Rs 100/subjec, Re-totalling: Rs 100/paper, Re-evaluation: Rs 25/question. A child might have to shell out up to Rs 2000 just to get their own answer sheet properly checked,” he wrote on X.He futher wrote: “Think about it: when 4 lakh kids have filed such applications, how much is CBSE raking in. When scanning was done with a phone, wrong marking is a given. And the child is footing the bill to get it fixed. The mistake is CBSE’s. The punishment is the child’s. The earnings are the government’s. When education is turned from a service into a business, mistakes aren’t corrected. They’re multiplied. And our children are paying the steepest price for it – with their time, their self-confidence, and their future.”Gandhi on Sunday stepped up his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the CBSE OSM controversy, accusing him of ignoring the concerns of 18.5 lakh students allegedly affected by irregularities in the board’s answer-sheet scanning process.In a post on X, he said the Prime Minister found time to speak on a range of issues during his monthly Mann Ki Baat address, but not about students whose answer sheets were allegedly not assessed properly.”This morning, the Prime Minister had time to speak about mangoes. He has not had time to speak about 18.5 lakh children whose answer sheets were scanned with phones. Dharmendra Pradhan ji still sits in office. Modi ji’s silence is no longer indifference. It is complicity,” Gandhi wrote.Sharpening his criticism of the government, Gandhi also shared a video of his interaction with a group of students and praised them for raising questions about the controversy.”Vedant and his friends are brilliant, brave young Indians who asked CBSE and the Modi govt simple questions – but got insults instead of answers,” he said.The row began after Vedant, a Class 12 student, claimed in a post on X that the Physics answer sheet uploaded by the CBSE under its copy-scanning process did not belong to him. The allegation quickly gained traction online, with several other students making similar claims on social media.Meanwhile, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh alleged that CBSE Class 12 answer sheets had been exposed in the public domain, describing it as a serious breach of student privacy.Claiming that the data of millions of students could be at risk, Ramesh said, “this is a data breach of monumental proportions and it compromises the privacy of 2 million students.”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 MediaVideosCommercial LPG Rates Increased, Domestic Cooking Gas Prices UnchangedCBSE Crisis Deepens Amid Fresh Allegations Of Student Data Exposure‘It Is Public Anger’: BJP Leaders Slam TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Over Sonarpur IncidentPoK Youth Crosses LoC To Meet Woman In North Kashmir, Apprehended By ArmyMamata Banerjee To Lead June 2 Kolkata Sit-In Over Alleged Attacks On Abhishek Banerjee, TMC LeadersVP Radhakrishnan Warns Indian Youth May Follow ‘Cockroach’ If Positive News Is Ignored‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ Allegations123PhotostoriesMeet the dinosaur that had more than 500 teeth and one of the most unusual mouths in prehistoric historyWhy do snakes have forked tongues? The surprising science behind this unique featureThe body check: What constantly cold hands and feet could reveal about your healthWhy more young adults are developing heart disease: The hidden impact of sitting, stress and urban pollutionThought of the day, inspired by the Bhagavad Gita: “The strongest people are not ruled by emotions”Meet 5 of the world’s most colourful dog breedsCotton vs mulmul: Key differences and which one to choose this summerThese 5 simple exercises can help women build muscle and boost fitness without a gymJune is a star-studded month: 5 celebrities whose birthdays fall this monthDivyanka Tripathi shares emotional moments from twin boys’ birth; Delivery room glimpses to Harshdeep Kaur singing “Chanda Hai Tu” for the newborns123Hot PicksRCB vs GT IPL Final LiveVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingMamata BanerjeeBihar CSBC exam city slipWWE Clash Results and HighlightsVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

Rahul Gandhi with CBSE students. NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leadr of opposition Rahul Gandhi Monday targeted the CBSE for charging students a range of fees for re-evaluation, even when discrepancies stem from the board’s own errors.Targeting the entire process of charging the students, the Congress leader said: “When education is turned from a service into a business, mistakes aren’t corrected. They’re multiplied. And our children are paying the steepest price for it.””Beware of pickpockets – today they’re sitting inside CBSE. If marks come out wrong due to CBSE’s mistake, what do you get? A bill: Digital scan copy: Rs 100/subjec, Re-totalling: Rs 100/paper, Re-evaluation: Rs 25/question. A child might have to shell out up to Rs 2000 just to get their own answer sheet properly checked,” he wrote on X.He futher wrote: “Think about it: when 4 lakh kids have filed such applications, how much is CBSE raking in. When scanning was done with a phone, wrong marking is a given. And the child is footing the bill to get it fixed. The mistake is CBSE’s. The punishment is the child’s. The earnings are the government’s. When education is turned from a service into a business, mistakes aren’t corrected. They’re multiplied. And our children are paying the steepest price for it – with their time, their self-confidence, and their future.”Gandhi on Sunday stepped up his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the CBSE OSM controversy, accusing him of ignoring the concerns of 18.5 lakh students allegedly affected by irregularities in the board’s answer-sheet scanning process.In a post on X, he said the Prime Minister found time to speak on a range of issues during his monthly Mann Ki Baat address, but not about students whose answer sheets were allegedly not assessed properly.”This morning, the Prime Minister had time to speak about mangoes. He has not had time to speak about 18.5 lakh children whose answer sheets were scanned with phones. Dharmendra Pradhan ji still sits in office. Modi ji’s silence is no longer indifference. It is complicity,” Gandhi wrote.Sharpening his criticism of the government, Gandhi also shared a video of his interaction with a group of students and praised them for raising questions about the controversy.”Vedant and his friends are brilliant, brave young Indians who asked CBSE and the Modi govt simple questions – but got insults instead of answers,” he said.The row began after Vedant, a Class 12 student, claimed in a post on X that the Physics answer sheet uploaded by the CBSE under its copy-scanning process did not belong to him. The allegation quickly gained traction online, with several other students making similar claims on social media.Meanwhile, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh alleged that CBSE Class 12 answer sheets had been exposed in the public domain, describing it as a serious breach of student privacy.Claiming that the data of millions of students could be at risk, Ramesh said, “this is a data breach of monumental proportions and it compromises the privacy of 2 million students.”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 MediaVideosCommercial LPG Rates Increased, Domestic Cooking Gas Prices UnchangedCBSE Crisis Deepens Amid Fresh Allegations Of Student Data Exposure‘It Is Public Anger’: BJP Leaders Slam TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Over Sonarpur IncidentPoK Youth Crosses LoC To Meet Woman In North Kashmir, Apprehended By ArmyMamata Banerjee To Lead June 2 Kolkata Sit-In Over Alleged Attacks On Abhishek Banerjee, TMC LeadersVP Radhakrishnan Warns Indian Youth May Follow ‘Cockroach’ If Positive News Is Ignored‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ Allegations123PhotostoriesMeet the dinosaur that had more than 500 teeth and one of the most unusual mouths in prehistoric historyWhy do snakes have forked tongues? The surprising science behind this unique featureThe body check: What constantly cold hands and feet could reveal about your healthWhy more young adults are developing heart disease: The hidden impact of sitting, stress and urban pollutionThought of the day, inspired by the Bhagavad Gita: “The strongest people are not ruled by emotions”Meet 5 of the world’s most colourful dog breedsCotton vs mulmul: Key differences and which one to choose this summerThese 5 simple exercises can help women build muscle and boost fitness without a gymJune is a star-studded month: 5 celebrities whose birthdays fall this monthDivyanka Tripathi shares emotional moments from twin boys’ birth; Delivery room glimpses to Harshdeep Kaur singing “Chanda Hai Tu” for the newborns123Hot PicksRCB vs GT IPL Final LiveVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingMamata BanerjeeBihar CSBC exam city slipWWE Clash Results and HighlightsVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

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Rahul Gandhi with CBSE students. NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leadr of opposition Rahul Gandhi Monday targeted the CBSE for charging students a range of fees for re-evaluation, even when discrepancies stem from the board’s own errors.Targeting the entire process of charging the students, the Congress leader said: “When education is turned from a service into…

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Prakash Padukone says Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are hands-on parents: ‘Dua likes to mix with people; growing up quite fast’

Prakash Padukone says Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are hands-on parents: ‘Dua likes to mix with people; growing up quite fast’

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Badminton legend and Padma Shri awardee Prakash Padukone is enjoying a slower, more fulfilling phase of life. Having stepped away from active involvement in the Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy after more than three decades, the former All England champion now describes himself as “kind of semi-retired,” with more time for family, fitness, and his granddaughter…

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Watch: Truck rams into crowd supporting Iran protests in LA; video shows dramatic confrontation

Watch: Truck rams into crowd supporting Iran protests in LA; video shows dramatic confrontation

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Truck ramps into crowd in LA (Video credits: X) Several supporters of Iran’s exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi were injured on Sunday after a U-Haul truck drove into a crowd during a protest in Los Angeles, triggering chaos and clashes near a federal building in the city’s Westwood neighbourhood.The incident occurred as several hundred demonstrators…

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Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight vs the New York Knicks? Latest update on the Milwaukee Bucks star’s injury report (November 28, 2025)

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight vs the New York Knicks? Latest update on the Milwaukee Bucks star’s injury report (November 28, 2025)

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Giannis Antetokounmpo of Milwaukee Bucks (Image via Getty) The Milwaukee Bucks head into their NBA Cup showdown against the New York Knicks on November 28, 2025, with uncertainty surrounding their franchise superstar. Giannis Antetokounmpo’s status remains up in the air due to a lingering left adductor strain, and the final call will be made closer…

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Sindhudurg Airport in Maharashtra gets DGCA nod for 24X7 operations

Sindhudurg Airport in Maharashtra gets DGCA nod for 24X7 operations

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The Sindhudurg Airport in the Konkan region of Maharashtra has received aviation safety regulator DGCA’s approval for round-the-clock operations, including during low visibility and adverse weather conditions, a statement by IRB Infrastructure Developers said. The airport, operated by IRB Infrastructure, started commercial operations in October 2021. “The approval for 24×7 all-weather operations significantly enhances the…

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Power vacuum? Hasina’s archrival Khaleda Zia passes away – What it means for Bangladesh polls

Power vacuum? Hasina’s archrival Khaleda Zia passes away – What it means for Bangladesh polls

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The death of Khaleda Zia closes one of the most dominant and polarising chapters in Bangladesh’s political history, and throws the country’s approaching national elections into uncharted territory. For more than three decades, Zia was not merely a leader of the opposition or a former prime minister; she was an electoral force without precedent. From…

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Image: IANS NEW DELHI: Around Rs 90,000 crore out of the Rs 1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) will be utilised for partial funding for 60 types projects that cities can take up, including development of infrastructure, revitalisation of old city areas (5-20 sqkm) and development of old markets.Cities can also implement projects for preventing urban flooding, replace legacy infrastructure, recycling waste and multi-storey parking.Launching the fund aimed at implementation of transformational projects, housing and urban development minister Manohar Lal said Centre will start releasing the fund to cities in the next six months. He also launched a Rs 5,000 crore Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-Scheme (CRGSS), which will provide guarantee coverage for term loan assistance to urban local bodies for their projects taken up under UCF.Another Rs 5,000 crore has been set aside for project preparation and capacity building.As per the guidelines, the fund will be implemented with a total investment of Rs 4 lakh crore from FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31, extendable by three years. While the Centre and state can fund 25% of the project cost each, the remaining 50% must be financed through bonds, loans, or private participation.The guidelines also mentioned that private participation can also include community-led private investment mobilisation. Ward-level foundations, resident welfare associations (RWAs), and community organisations are allowed to mobilise private investment for local urban utilities.Officials said this funding pattern is aimed at ensuring financial discipline, enhancing accountability and encouraging private sector participation in urban infrastructure projects. Urban affairs secretary Srinivas Katikithala said the UCF introduces a market-linked, reform-driven and outcome-oriented framework for urban infrastructure development.The guidelines also specify that municipal bodies can designate private entities as “Special Purpose Urban Infrastructure Manager (SPUIM)” for integrated delivery of housing, civic infrastructure, and operations and maintenance in large-scale development.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTamil Nadu elections 2026: Freebies war heats up between DMK, AIADMK & rivals’Not Shehbaz Sharif’: Ex-Minister Fawad Chaudhry Calls Asim Munir ‘De Facto Leader Of Pakistan’TCS Row Explodes: Horrific Details Of Sexual Abuse, Conversion Claims Rock India’s CorporateWomen’s Reservation Bill A ‘Trick’ To Hike Lok Sabha Seats? | Delimitation | Slam Dunk With TehseenIndia Bloc Backs Women’s Reservation But Opposes Delimitation, Flags Risk Of Political Power Shift‘Completely Unacceptable’: Jaishankar Slams Attacks On Merchant Shipping At Azec Plus MeetWomen’s Quota Bill: Govt Clarifies 850-Seat Lok Sabha Plan, Opposition Flags Delimitation ConcernsIndian Delegation To Visit Washington Next Week To Resume Talks On India-US Trade DealDelimitation Row Escalates As TN CM Stalin Warns Of Statewide ProtestsDelimitation Bill Includes Provision For EC To Conduct Exercise In PoK When Conditions Change123PhotostoriesAre you about to get fired? 3 warning signs to watch out for and 5 ways to save your job, shares Ankur WarikooChandigarh’s Billionaire Lanes: 5 premium regions where the city’s rich live6 desi Indian dishes among Top 32 Rice Puddings in the WorldRanveer Allahbadia’s girlfriend Juhi Bhatt is redefining traditional wedding dressing with contemporary elegancePriyanka Chopra recommends this must-try street food from Mumbai, and it’s not Vada PavFrom ‘Fleabag’ to ‘Arrested Development’: Some of the best dark comedy dramas to add to your watchlist5 iconic modern architectural buildings in India shaping contemporary cityscapesCountries named after people you probably didn’t know aboutCommon snakes found in Japan: Species, habitats, and which ones are dangerous5 dog breeds that look like lions (and why everyone’s obsessed with them)123Hot PicksIran warDisney layoffsPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingGold RateBIE AP inter Result ReleasedMP Board Result Official WebsiteCBSE Class 10 ResultMP Board Class 10th result 2026Zoji La TunnelNFL Trade RumorsIPL Points TableUS VP pick 2020Lonna Drewes

Image: IANS NEW DELHI: Around Rs 90,000 crore out of the Rs 1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) will be utilised for partial funding for 60 types projects that cities can take up, including development of infrastructure, revitalisation of old city areas (5-20 sqkm) and development of old markets.Cities can also implement projects for preventing urban flooding, replace legacy infrastructure, recycling waste and multi-storey parking.Launching the fund aimed at implementation of transformational projects, housing and urban development minister Manohar Lal said Centre will start releasing the fund to cities in the next six months. He also launched a Rs 5,000 crore Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-Scheme (CRGSS), which will provide guarantee coverage for term loan assistance to urban local bodies for their projects taken up under UCF.Another Rs 5,000 crore has been set aside for project preparation and capacity building.As per the guidelines, the fund will be implemented with a total investment of Rs 4 lakh crore from FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31, extendable by three years. While the Centre and state can fund 25% of the project cost each, the remaining 50% must be financed through bonds, loans, or private participation.The guidelines also mentioned that private participation can also include community-led private investment mobilisation. Ward-level foundations, resident welfare associations (RWAs), and community organisations are allowed to mobilise private investment for local urban utilities.Officials said this funding pattern is aimed at ensuring financial discipline, enhancing accountability and encouraging private sector participation in urban infrastructure projects. Urban affairs secretary Srinivas Katikithala said the UCF introduces a market-linked, reform-driven and outcome-oriented framework for urban infrastructure development.The guidelines also specify that municipal bodies can designate private entities as “Special Purpose Urban Infrastructure Manager (SPUIM)” for integrated delivery of housing, civic infrastructure, and operations and maintenance in large-scale development.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTamil Nadu elections 2026: Freebies war heats up between DMK, AIADMK & rivals’Not Shehbaz Sharif’: Ex-Minister Fawad Chaudhry Calls Asim Munir ‘De Facto Leader Of Pakistan’TCS Row Explodes: Horrific Details Of Sexual Abuse, Conversion Claims Rock India’s CorporateWomen’s Reservation Bill A ‘Trick’ To Hike Lok Sabha Seats? | Delimitation | Slam Dunk With TehseenIndia Bloc Backs Women’s Reservation But Opposes Delimitation, Flags Risk Of Political Power Shift‘Completely Unacceptable’: Jaishankar Slams Attacks On Merchant Shipping At Azec Plus MeetWomen’s Quota Bill: Govt Clarifies 850-Seat Lok Sabha Plan, Opposition Flags Delimitation ConcernsIndian Delegation To Visit Washington Next Week To Resume Talks On India-US Trade DealDelimitation Row Escalates As TN CM Stalin Warns Of Statewide ProtestsDelimitation Bill Includes Provision For EC To Conduct Exercise In PoK When Conditions Change123PhotostoriesAre you about to get fired? 3 warning signs to watch out for and 5 ways to save your job, shares Ankur WarikooChandigarh’s Billionaire Lanes: 5 premium regions where the city’s rich live6 desi Indian dishes among Top 32 Rice Puddings in the WorldRanveer Allahbadia’s girlfriend Juhi Bhatt is redefining traditional wedding dressing with contemporary elegancePriyanka Chopra recommends this must-try street food from Mumbai, and it’s not Vada PavFrom ‘Fleabag’ to ‘Arrested Development’: Some of the best dark comedy dramas to add to your watchlist5 iconic modern architectural buildings in India shaping contemporary cityscapesCountries named after people you probably didn’t know aboutCommon snakes found in Japan: Species, habitats, and which ones are dangerous5 dog breeds that look like lions (and why everyone’s obsessed with them)123Hot PicksIran warDisney layoffsPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingGold RateBIE AP inter Result ReleasedMP Board Result Official WebsiteCBSE Class 10 ResultMP Board Class 10th result 2026Zoji La TunnelNFL Trade RumorsIPL Points TableUS VP pick 2020Lonna Drewes

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NEW DELHI: Around Rs 90,000 crore out of the Rs 1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) will be utilised for partial funding for 60 types projects that cities can take up, including development of infrastructure, revitalisation of old city areas (5-20 sqkm) and development of old markets.Cities can also implement projects for preventing urban…

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From meeting on ‘Uri’ sets to secretly marrying in Himachal:’Dhurandhar’ filmmaker Aditya Dhar and actress Yami Gautam’s heartwarming love story

From meeting on ‘Uri’ sets to secretly marrying in Himachal:’Dhurandhar’ filmmaker Aditya Dhar and actress Yami Gautam’s heartwarming love story

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When it was the time to tie the knot on June 4, 2021, they skipped the five-star hotels and international destinations. Instead, they chose:Yami’s family home in the serene hills of Himachal Pradesh. Their wedding was completely intimate, surrounded by nature and only their closest family. And ditching big designer labels, Yami chose to wear…

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