Love quote of the day by Marilyn Monroe: ‘You can’t give up because if you give up, you’ll never find your soulmate’ |

Love quote of the day by Marilyn Monroe: ‘You can’t give up because if you give up, you’ll never find your soulmate’ |

Beyond her legendary persona, Marilyn Monroe lived through the trials of love and loss, embodying a profound insight into the human experience. She advocated for courage in vulnerability and fiercely believed in the power of new beginnings. Marilyn Monroe is more than her legacy. More than the platinum blonde hair, red lips, and that unmistakable…

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‘Scary wonderful president, why is he so bloomin’ difficult to talk to?’: SNL UK debut mocks Starmer’s awkward call with Trump over Iran war

‘Scary wonderful president, why is he so bloomin’ difficult to talk to?’: SNL UK debut mocks Starmer’s awkward call with Trump over Iran war

The UK version of Saturday Night Live opened its debut episode with a political cold open in classic style, imagining Prime Minister Keir Starmer awkwardly trying to tell US President Donald Trump that Britain wouldn’t join a war in Iran.Played by a well-disguised George Fouracres, Starmer nervously sat at his desk, a framed photo of…

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Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Shibu Soren, Rohit Sharma honoured – check full list | India News

Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Shibu Soren, Rohit Sharma honoured – check full list | India News

NEW DELHI: The Centre on Sunday announced to award veteran actor Dharmendra and former chief minister of Jharkhand Shibu Soren with Padma Vibhushan and Padma Bhashan posthumously.While the legendry film star Dharmendra died on November 24, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha founder Soren died on August 4 last year.According to the official list, the President of India…

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Kerala govt defends hijab as a ‘right to secular education’: The uniform debate returns to India’s classrooms

Kerala govt defends hijab as a ‘right to secular education’: The uniform debate returns to India’s classrooms

In Kerala, a dispute over a school uniform has once again placed the hijab at the intersection of education, rights, and institutional autonomy. On Friday, the state government told the Kerala High Court that denying a Muslim girl permission to wear her headscarf (hijab) to school amounted to an “invasion” of privacy, dignity, and a…

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London Sikh restaurateur to sue Met police and mayor Sadiq Khan over ‘continuous discriminatory treatment’ amid non-halal row | World News

London Sikh restaurateur to sue Met police and mayor Sadiq Khan over ‘continuous discriminatory treatment’ amid non-halal row | World News

London-based restaurateur Harman Singh Kapoor has announced plans to take legal action against the Metropolitan Police and London Mayor Sadiq Khan after being released from custody following his arrest linked to ongoing tensions surrounding his non-halal restaurant.Kapoor, a Sikh businessman who runs Rangrez, a restaurant in London’s Hammersmith area, wrote in a post on X…

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Doctor at 71? UP man takes NEET UG 2026 exam, says it’s never too late

Doctor at 71? UP man takes NEET UG 2026 exam, says it’s never too late

Ashok Bahar coming out of examination hall (ANI photo) The NEET UG 2026 examination saw lakhs of students appearing across the country, but one candidate from Uttar Pradesh caught everyone’s attention. Seventy-one-year-old Ashok Bahar appeared for the medical entrance exam, showing that age is not always a barrier to education.Ashok Bahar, a resident of Chandernagar…

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File photo: PM Modi (Picture credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday wrote about women’s empowerment on social media ahead of the special session of Parliament.In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the country is set to take a “historic step” in empowering women as lawmakers prepare to discuss an important bill regarding the women’s reservation framework.“Starting today, in the special session of Parliament, our country is about to take a historic step towards women’s empowerment. The respect for our mothers and sisters is the respect for the nation,” he wrote.The post also included a Sanskrit verse which highlights the role of women in dispelling ignorance and illuminating society with knowledge.Women’s reservation bill in focusThe special session, scheduled from April 16 to 18, is expected to take up an amendment to implement the women’s reservation law, aiming to ensure one-third representation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies from the 2029 general elections.The Centre is seeking broad political support for the move. Earlier, Modi had urged opposition parties to back the amendment, saying it reflects the aspirations of “every sister and daughter of this country”.Alongside the reservation bill, the government is also set to introduce key legislations, including the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Delimitation Bill, 2026.Opposition backs quota, raises concerns over delimitationWhile opposition parties have expressed support for early implementation of women’s reservation, they have raised concerns over the proposed delimitation exercise tied to the reforms.Leaders are expected to meet to finalise their strategy for the session, even as protests have emerged in some states. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has opposed the delimitation proposal, calling for resistance against what he described as a move affecting state representation.The Centre has proposed increasing Lok Sabha seats from 543 to a maximum of 850 as part of the wider reform, a move that has triggered a broader political debate ahead of the session.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 MediaVideos’India In Talks With Many Countries Over Hormuz’: MEA Amid US’ Naval BlockadeTamil 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 Protests123Photostories8 ’90s baby names making a comeback with Gen AlphaChef Vikas Khanna makes it to 100 Most Influential People of 2026: 5 success lessons to learn from his culinary journeyFrom growing up in a conservative family to shooting her debut music video without informing them: Naagin 7’s Kanika Mann opens up about her journeyChandigarh’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 about123Hot PicksIran warDisney layoffsPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingTaylor Swift Wedding DressCanada Citizenship GarbaUK Migrant Gay ClaimsCBSE Class 12 ResultNirav ModiOmar Tricolour RowKargil Statehood DemandIPL Points TableIran crude oilMeenu Batra

File photo: PM Modi (Picture credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday wrote about women’s empowerment on social media ahead of the special session of Parliament.In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the country is set to take a “historic step” in empowering women as lawmakers prepare to discuss an important bill regarding the women’s reservation framework.“Starting today, in the special session of Parliament, our country is about to take a historic step towards women’s empowerment. The respect for our mothers and sisters is the respect for the nation,” he wrote.The post also included a Sanskrit verse which highlights the role of women in dispelling ignorance and illuminating society with knowledge.Women’s reservation bill in focusThe special session, scheduled from April 16 to 18, is expected to take up an amendment to implement the women’s reservation law, aiming to ensure one-third representation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies from the 2029 general elections.The Centre is seeking broad political support for the move. Earlier, Modi had urged opposition parties to back the amendment, saying it reflects the aspirations of “every sister and daughter of this country”.Alongside the reservation bill, the government is also set to introduce key legislations, including the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Delimitation Bill, 2026.Opposition backs quota, raises concerns over delimitationWhile opposition parties have expressed support for early implementation of women’s reservation, they have raised concerns over the proposed delimitation exercise tied to the reforms.Leaders are expected to meet to finalise their strategy for the session, even as protests have emerged in some states. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has opposed the delimitation proposal, calling for resistance against what he described as a move affecting state representation.The Centre has proposed increasing Lok Sabha seats from 543 to a maximum of 850 as part of the wider reform, a move that has triggered a broader political debate ahead of the session.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 MediaVideos’India In Talks With Many Countries Over Hormuz’: MEA Amid US’ Naval BlockadeTamil 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 Protests123Photostories8 ’90s baby names making a comeback with Gen AlphaChef Vikas Khanna makes it to 100 Most Influential People of 2026: 5 success lessons to learn from his culinary journeyFrom growing up in a conservative family to shooting her debut music video without informing them: Naagin 7’s Kanika Mann opens up about her journeyChandigarh’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 about123Hot PicksIran warDisney layoffsPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingTaylor Swift Wedding DressCanada Citizenship GarbaUK Migrant Gay ClaimsCBSE Class 12 ResultNirav ModiOmar Tricolour RowKargil Statehood DemandIPL Points TableIran crude oilMeenu Batra

File photo: PM Modi (Picture credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday wrote about women’s empowerment on social media ahead of the special session of Parliament.In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the country is set to take a “historic step” in empowering women as lawmakers prepare to discuss an…

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West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya pays tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee in Bhawanipur KOLKATA: Pride and happiness defined the day for the kin of Syama Prasad Mookerjee as PM Narendra Modi and all other senior BJP leaders recalled his sacrifices and paid rich tributes to the founder of Bharatiya Jan Sangh. After the swearing-in ceremony, newly elected CM Suvendu Adhikari visited Mukherjee’s home and paid tribute to the party icon. For Mookerjee’s granddaughter Sarmeela Marquis, it was a great day as the name of her “Dadu” echoed through the voices of all politicians on Saturday. “To keep his memory alive, the newly elected govt must work to turn his dreams into reality,” she said. Justice Chittatosh Mookerjee, former chief justice of Bombay high court and nephew of Syama Prasad, said: “It’s good to see Mejka’s (my uncle’s) photograph on the front page of newspapers decades after his death in a Srinagar jail in 1953. His mother Jogmaya Devi had appealed to the then PM Jawaharlal Nehru for an independent inquiry, but it was not accepted.” End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTVK Chief Vijay To Take Oath As Tamil Nadu CM On May 10, Trust Vote By May 13‘No Repentance’: Supreme Court On MP Minister’s Remark On Col Sofiya Qureshi‘Rangla to Kangla’: Raghav Chadha ’s Big Charge After ED Action | WatchIndia Successfully Tests Advanced Agni Missile With MIRV Technology‘First Enemy Is BJP’: Mamata Calls For Joint Oppn Platform As Suvendu Takes Oath As Bengal CMIndian Sailor Killed, 4 Injured After Dhow Catches Fire Near Strait Of HormuzMamata Banerjee’s X Bio Change Sparks Buzz After BJP Forms Bengal GovernmentDid TMC Avoid Official Entry of Political Killings? Zero In NCRB Records | WatchED Arrests Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora In Rs 100 Crore Money Laundering CaseVCK Backs Vijay As TVK Moves Closer To Forming Government In Tamil Nadu | Watch123PhotostoriesWhy is your diet the secret to healthy hair?A simple homely dish that reminded Prime Minister Narendra Modi of his motherSuccess quote of the day by Aristotle: “Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of…”Hantavirus is that odd infection that can make a simple fever a medical emergency, says Delhi NCR pulmonologistWhat’s it like to visit 10 most economically stable countries in the world right now? What’s India’s rankHow to know if someone is genuine: 5 common habits that sets them apart from those who are fakeHow to correctly store watermelons in summer to keep them fresh, juicy, and long-lastingAnimals that carry their homes with themHow to make South Indian Lauki Paniyaram for Saturday breakfastSundar Pichai: 5 career-saving office politics tips inspired by the Google CEO123Hot PicksSBI Q4 resultsThane- Navi Mumbai corridorMaharashtra SSC ResultPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingWWE Smackdown HighlightsWest Bengal Government FormationUS Iran warHPBOSE 10th Result 2026Yashasvi JaiswalR AshwinBAN vs PAKSalil AnkolaWest Bengal CabinetSuryansh Shedge

West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya pays tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee in Bhawanipur KOLKATA: Pride and happiness defined the day for the kin of Syama Prasad Mookerjee as PM Narendra Modi and all other senior BJP leaders recalled his sacrifices and paid rich tributes to the founder of Bharatiya Jan Sangh. After the swearing-in ceremony, newly elected CM Suvendu Adhikari visited Mukherjee’s home and paid tribute to the party icon. For Mookerjee’s granddaughter Sarmeela Marquis, it was a great day as the name of her “Dadu” echoed through the voices of all politicians on Saturday. “To keep his memory alive, the newly elected govt must work to turn his dreams into reality,” she said. Justice Chittatosh Mookerjee, former chief justice of Bombay high court and nephew of Syama Prasad, said: “It’s good to see Mejka’s (my uncle’s) photograph on the front page of newspapers decades after his death in a Srinagar jail in 1953. His mother Jogmaya Devi had appealed to the then PM Jawaharlal Nehru for an independent inquiry, but it was not accepted.” End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTVK Chief Vijay To Take Oath As Tamil Nadu CM On May 10, Trust Vote By May 13‘No Repentance’: Supreme Court On MP Minister’s Remark On Col Sofiya Qureshi‘Rangla to Kangla’: Raghav Chadha ’s Big Charge After ED Action | WatchIndia Successfully Tests Advanced Agni Missile With MIRV Technology‘First Enemy Is BJP’: Mamata Calls For Joint Oppn Platform As Suvendu Takes Oath As Bengal CMIndian Sailor Killed, 4 Injured After Dhow Catches Fire Near Strait Of HormuzMamata Banerjee’s X Bio Change Sparks Buzz After BJP Forms Bengal GovernmentDid TMC Avoid Official Entry of Political Killings? Zero In NCRB Records | WatchED Arrests Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora In Rs 100 Crore Money Laundering CaseVCK Backs Vijay As TVK Moves Closer To Forming Government In Tamil Nadu | Watch123PhotostoriesWhy is your diet the secret to healthy hair?A simple homely dish that reminded Prime Minister Narendra Modi of his motherSuccess quote of the day by Aristotle: “Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of…”Hantavirus is that odd infection that can make a simple fever a medical emergency, says Delhi NCR pulmonologistWhat’s it like to visit 10 most economically stable countries in the world right now? What’s India’s rankHow to know if someone is genuine: 5 common habits that sets them apart from those who are fakeHow to correctly store watermelons in summer to keep them fresh, juicy, and long-lastingAnimals that carry their homes with themHow to make South Indian Lauki Paniyaram for Saturday breakfastSundar Pichai: 5 career-saving office politics tips inspired by the Google CEO123Hot PicksSBI Q4 resultsThane- Navi Mumbai corridorMaharashtra SSC ResultPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingWWE Smackdown HighlightsWest Bengal Government FormationUS Iran warHPBOSE 10th Result 2026Yashasvi JaiswalR AshwinBAN vs PAKSalil AnkolaWest Bengal CabinetSuryansh Shedge

West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya pays tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee in Bhawanipur KOLKATA: Pride and happiness defined the day for the kin of Syama Prasad Mookerjee as PM Narendra Modi and all other senior BJP leaders recalled his sacrifices and paid rich tributes to the founder of Bharatiya Jan Sangh. After the swearing-in…

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Dubai Crown Prince drives Elon Musk around the city, revealing plans for AI innovation, space technology, and Dubai Loop | World News

Dubai Crown Prince drives Elon Musk around the city, revealing plans for AI innovation, space technology, and Dubai Loop | World News

Elon Musk’s visit with Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, was much more than a celebrity visit. This meeting has been emblematic of a long-held strategy of aligning itself with the world’s leading innovators, individuals who have a direct say in shaping the future of technology, transportation, and space…

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BSEH Class 10 result 2026 out with 89.60% pass percentage; girls outperform boys as Deepika tops Haryana board exams

BSEH Class 10 result 2026 out with 89.60% pass percentage; girls outperform boys as Deepika tops Haryana board exams

BSEH announces Secondary Annual Examination 2026 results Haryana board class 10 result 2026 declared: Regular pass percentage at 89.60%, girls outshine boysBoard of School Education Haryana has declared the results of the Secondary (Academic/Open School) Annual Examination 2026. The results were announced by Board Chairman Dr Pawan Kumar during a press conference held in Bhiwani…

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PV Sindhu (Image credit: BAI Media) Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu’s impressive run came to a halt on Saturday after she suffered a straight-game defeat to China’s Wang Zhiyi in the women’s singles semifinals of the season-opening Malaysia Open Super 1000.The two-time Olympic medallist struggled to maintain consistency against the world No. 2, committing a…

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Horoscope Today, December 19, 2025: Darsha Amavasya Resets Old Karma, These Zodiac Signs Will Release Emotional Baggage |

Horoscope Today, December 19, 2025: Darsha Amavasya Resets Old Karma, These Zodiac Signs Will Release Emotional Baggage |

Start your day with clarity! Today’s horoscope highlights the opportunities and challenges for each zodiac sign. Whether it’s career, love, or personal growth, let the stars guide you. Take the advice, stay positive, and make the most of what the day brings. Aries Daily Horoscope Today, December 19, 2025 Today is about paying attention to…

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Horoscope Today, November 21, 2025: These Zodiac Signs Will Gain New Strength From Today’s New Moon Darkness

Horoscope Today, November 21, 2025: These Zodiac Signs Will Gain New Strength From Today’s New Moon Darkness

Start your day with clarity! Today’s horoscope highlights the opportunities and challenges for each zodiac sign. Whether it’s career, love, or personal growth, let the stars guide you. Take the advice, stay positive, and make the most of what the day brings. Aries Daily Horoscope Today, November 21, 2025 Today asks you to let go…

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