June 26, 2026
Sriram Raghavan admits he wasn’t happy with Ikkis disclaimer calling Pakistan ‘not at all trustworthy’; cites Badlapur changes as example

Sriram Raghavan admits he wasn’t happy with Ikkis disclaimer calling Pakistan ‘not at all trustworthy’; cites Badlapur changes as example

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Months after Ikkis hit theatres and earned critical acclaim, director Sriram Raghavan has addressed the controversy surrounding the film’s disclaimer that called Pakistan “not at all trustworthy.” In a recent interview, the filmmaker admitted that he was not personally happy with the inclusion of the statement.Speaking to The Wire, Raghavan said, “A lot of people…

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NEW DELHI: Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday released 184 new varieties of 25 different crops to increase productivity, reduce input costs and address the challenges of climate change. The new varieties included 122 of cereal crops, 22 of Bt cotton, the only genetically modified crop whose commercial cultivation is allowed in India, and 13 of oilseeds, among others.The new Bt cotton varieties are updated transgenic versions that will not only increase yield but also guard crops against pests, insects and weeds, reducing the overall input cost for farmers.The 184 new varieties, developed by Indian Council of Agricultural Research institutions (60 varieties), state and central agriculture universities (62 varieties) and private seed companies (62 varieties), will reach farmers for commercial cultivation within three years.Among the 122 new varieties of cereal crops, 60 are of rice, 50 of maize, four of sorghum, five of pearl millet, and one each of ragi, small millet and proso millet. More than 50% (62) of the new cereal varieties belong to the coarse grains category, in sync with the govt’s plan to focus more on nutri-cereals and climate-resilient crops.Underlining India’s transformation from “a food-deficit country to a global food provider” over the years, Chouhan noted on the occasion that the country surpassed China in rice production and became the world’s largest producer. He said India’s rice production reached 150 million tonnes while China’s production was 145 million tonnes. “This has also strengthened India’s role as the world’s food supplier,” said the minister.The list of new varieties comprises six of pulses (1 pigeon pea, 2 green gram and 3 black gram); 13 of oilseeds (3 mustard, 4 safflower, 2 sesame and one each of til, groundnut, gobhi sarson and castor); 11 fodder crops (2 each of oats and fodder sorghum, 1 fodder maize and 6 fodder pearl millet); six of sugarcane; 24 of cotton including 22 Bt cotton; and one variety each of jute and tobacco.The release of new varieties of crops continued a “lab to land” approach of the govt so that farmers could get direct benefit of what the country’s farm scientists have been doing in a targeted manner.“Research is meaningful only when its benefits reach fields on time,” said Chouhan, directing officials to ensure that the newly released varieties should reach farmers within three years.The newly developed varieties are climate-friendly, high-yielding and resistant to major pests and diseases. They were developed to tackle challenges such as climate change, soil salinity, drought and other biotic and abiotic stresses, while also supporting natural and organic farming methods.Since the notification of seed varieties began in 1969, a total of 7,205 crop varieties have been notified in the country. Of these, 3,236 varieties were notified in the last 11-12 years alone, including 1,661 varieties in the last five years, showing increasing focus of scientists on developing climate-friendly, high-yielding, and pest and disease resistant varieties suitable for India’s diverse agro-climatic zones.About the AuthorVishwa MohanVishwa Mohan is Senior Editor at The Times of India. He writes on environment, climate change, agriculture, water resources and clean energy, tracking policy issues and climate diplomacy. He has been covering Parliament since 2003 to see how politics shaped up domestic policy and India’s position at global platform. Before switching over to explore sustainable development issues, Vishwa had covered internal security and investigative agencies for more than a decade.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosProbe Reveals Red Fort Blast Module Used ‘Ghost’ SIM Cards For Encrypted ChatsMatter Of Deep Concern: MEA Reacts To US Strikes On Venezuela, Urges Restraint’Lunatic Rulers’: Shashi Tharoor, Singhvi, Owaisi, Other Indian Leaders On US Strikes In VenezuelaIndian Army Raises Bhairav Special Force With Over One Lakh Drone Operatives For Modern WarfareCM Revanth Reddy’s Remarks In Telangana Assembly Sparks Row, BRS Slams ‘Filthy Language’‘If Trump Can Capture Maduro, Why Can’t Modi Bring Back 26/11 Mastermind From Pakistan’: Owaisi‘Avoid All Non-Essential Travel To Venezuela’: India Issues Advisory For Citizens After US Strikes”No Control Over Minority Violence In Bangladesh…”: Former Indian Envoy Slams Yunus Govt“Infamous For His Tour With Anti-National Propaganda”: BJP Rips Rahul Gandhi Over Vietnam VisitInqilab Moncho To March Nationwide Seeking Justice For Sharif Osman Hadi123PhotostoriesBeyond the Birkin: 5 times Aishwarya Rai Bachchan proved the ‘Mom Bag’ is the ultimate luxury flex8 common Japanese words and phrases worth learningNayanthara to Tara Sutaria: Decoding first looks of ‘Toxic’s female cast – Who understood the assignment best?Vaginal health: NHS doc debunks popular myths women still believe6 places where the world’s deadliest snakes are found7 fascinating creatures with blue-coloured bloodJay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij: Tracing the former couple’s journey from love to amicable separationVaishno Devi Yatra 2025–26: RFID card rules, smart lockers, helpline numbers and helicopter fare revisionRelief for Pune commuters: Double-decker flyover at SPPU Chowk nears completion; Metro Line-3 trial beginsThe right daily walking distance to improve fitness, according to research123Hot PicksUS strikes VenezuelaVande Bharat Sleeper TrainPublic holidays January 2026Gold rate todayDelcy RodríguezVivek RamaswamyBank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingSan Francisco 49ersBrittany MahomesNoah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield Net WorthWayne Gretzky Daughter Net WorthSidney Crosby LifestyleLeBron James vs Stephen Curry Net WorthTom BradyLeBron James WifeCam ThomasCharlie Kirk

NEW DELHI: Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday released 184 new varieties of 25 different crops to increase productivity, reduce input costs and address the challenges of climate change. The new varieties included 122 of cereal crops, 22 of Bt cotton, the only genetically modified crop whose commercial cultivation is allowed in India, and 13 of oilseeds, among others.The new Bt cotton varieties are updated transgenic versions that will not only increase yield but also guard crops against pests, insects and weeds, reducing the overall input cost for farmers.The 184 new varieties, developed by Indian Council of Agricultural Research institutions (60 varieties), state and central agriculture universities (62 varieties) and private seed companies (62 varieties), will reach farmers for commercial cultivation within three years.Among the 122 new varieties of cereal crops, 60 are of rice, 50 of maize, four of sorghum, five of pearl millet, and one each of ragi, small millet and proso millet. More than 50% (62) of the new cereal varieties belong to the coarse grains category, in sync with the govt’s plan to focus more on nutri-cereals and climate-resilient crops.Underlining India’s transformation from “a food-deficit country to a global food provider” over the years, Chouhan noted on the occasion that the country surpassed China in rice production and became the world’s largest producer. He said India’s rice production reached 150 million tonnes while China’s production was 145 million tonnes. “This has also strengthened India’s role as the world’s food supplier,” said the minister.The list of new varieties comprises six of pulses (1 pigeon pea, 2 green gram and 3 black gram); 13 of oilseeds (3 mustard, 4 safflower, 2 sesame and one each of til, groundnut, gobhi sarson and castor); 11 fodder crops (2 each of oats and fodder sorghum, 1 fodder maize and 6 fodder pearl millet); six of sugarcane; 24 of cotton including 22 Bt cotton; and one variety each of jute and tobacco.The release of new varieties of crops continued a “lab to land” approach of the govt so that farmers could get direct benefit of what the country’s farm scientists have been doing in a targeted manner.“Research is meaningful only when its benefits reach fields on time,” said Chouhan, directing officials to ensure that the newly released varieties should reach farmers within three years.The newly developed varieties are climate-friendly, high-yielding and resistant to major pests and diseases. They were developed to tackle challenges such as climate change, soil salinity, drought and other biotic and abiotic stresses, while also supporting natural and organic farming methods.Since the notification of seed varieties began in 1969, a total of 7,205 crop varieties have been notified in the country. Of these, 3,236 varieties were notified in the last 11-12 years alone, including 1,661 varieties in the last five years, showing increasing focus of scientists on developing climate-friendly, high-yielding, and pest and disease resistant varieties suitable for India’s diverse agro-climatic zones.About the AuthorVishwa MohanVishwa Mohan is Senior Editor at The Times of India. He writes on environment, climate change, agriculture, water resources and clean energy, tracking policy issues and climate diplomacy. He has been covering Parliament since 2003 to see how politics shaped up domestic policy and India’s position at global platform. Before switching over to explore sustainable development issues, Vishwa had covered internal security and investigative agencies for more than a decade.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosProbe Reveals Red Fort Blast Module Used ‘Ghost’ SIM Cards For Encrypted ChatsMatter Of Deep Concern: MEA Reacts To US Strikes On Venezuela, Urges Restraint’Lunatic Rulers’: Shashi Tharoor, Singhvi, Owaisi, Other Indian Leaders On US Strikes In VenezuelaIndian Army Raises Bhairav Special Force With Over One Lakh Drone Operatives For Modern WarfareCM Revanth Reddy’s Remarks In Telangana Assembly Sparks Row, BRS Slams ‘Filthy Language’‘If Trump Can Capture Maduro, Why Can’t Modi Bring Back 26/11 Mastermind From Pakistan’: Owaisi‘Avoid All Non-Essential Travel To Venezuela’: India Issues Advisory For Citizens After US Strikes”No Control Over Minority Violence In Bangladesh…”: Former Indian Envoy Slams Yunus Govt“Infamous For His Tour With Anti-National Propaganda”: BJP Rips Rahul Gandhi Over Vietnam VisitInqilab Moncho To March Nationwide Seeking Justice For Sharif Osman Hadi123PhotostoriesBeyond the Birkin: 5 times Aishwarya Rai Bachchan proved the ‘Mom Bag’ is the ultimate luxury flex8 common Japanese words and phrases worth learningNayanthara to Tara Sutaria: Decoding first looks of ‘Toxic’s female cast – Who understood the assignment best?Vaginal health: NHS doc debunks popular myths women still believe6 places where the world’s deadliest snakes are found7 fascinating creatures with blue-coloured bloodJay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij: Tracing the former couple’s journey from love to amicable separationVaishno Devi Yatra 2025–26: RFID card rules, smart lockers, helpline numbers and helicopter fare revisionRelief for Pune commuters: Double-decker flyover at SPPU Chowk nears completion; Metro Line-3 trial beginsThe right daily walking distance to improve fitness, according to research123Hot PicksUS strikes VenezuelaVande Bharat Sleeper TrainPublic holidays January 2026Gold rate todayDelcy RodríguezVivek RamaswamyBank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingSan Francisco 49ersBrittany MahomesNoah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield Net WorthWayne Gretzky Daughter Net WorthSidney Crosby LifestyleLeBron James vs Stephen Curry Net WorthTom BradyLeBron James WifeCam ThomasCharlie Kirk

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NEW DELHI: Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday released 184 new varieties of 25 different crops to increase productivity, reduce input costs and address the challenges of climate change. The new varieties included 122 of cereal crops, 22 of Bt cotton, the only genetically modified crop whose commercial cultivation is allowed in India,…

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NEW DELHI: Disapproving a family court’s decision to involve police in a couple’s custody battle of a minor child, Supreme Court Monday said that it is atrocious to engage police in such cases.A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta termed the family court of Bhopal’s directions unconstitutional as it asked the Gurgaon police commissioner to ensure that the child was handed over to the father who is residing in Madhya Pradesh.In this case both the husband and the wife are doctors and are living separately for many years. The family court passed the order on a plea of the father who alleged that she had illegally taken the child from Bhopal without prior permission of the court and it was in clear violation of the condition imposed by the trial court in its order passed in 2022.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Iran vows tit-for-tat strike after Trump’s 48hr ultimatum, threatens to hit US-Israel energy facilityIf America strikes us, we should attack Indian cities like Delhi and Mumbai: Ex-Pak envoyTrump Pauses Planned Strikes: US halts Iran attack plan for 5 days; talks called very good and productive”The order is atrocious, unethical and unconstitutional. How can police be involved in a custody case? This is not the way to decide the case. What is the jurisdiction of a family court in Bhopal over the police commissioner of Gurgaon? Using police to get custody of a child is not acceptable,” the bench said. It directed both the husband and wife to be present in court along with the child on Tuesday. The court said that it would interact with them in the chamber before passing any order.The family court in Bhopal cancelled her guardianship and granted custody of the child to the father. The court found that the mother violated a previous consent decree by failing to provide the father access to the child, changing residence multiple times without informing him, and attempting to alienate the child from her father.The Madhya Pradesh high court in Nov last year affirmed the family court’s decision, citing the welfare of the child and findings from a Delhi high court Mediation and Conciliation Centre report, which indicated the child showed no distress with the father and that the mother’s conduct was problematic.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’India Moving Ahead With Resolve’: PM Modi’s Big Message On West Asia Conflict’Never Faced Such Humiliation’: Jaya Bachchan Slams VIP Culture In RS, Flags Traffic DisruptionsUS Finally Ready For De-Escalation? Iran Says Trump’s Threat To Blow Up Its Power Grid Was ‘Bluff’’100% Under Control Of Trump’: Rahul Gandhi Slams PM Modi Over West Asia Remarks In Lok Sabha’India Should Put House In Order First: Gita Gopinath’s Big Warning To Modi Govt Amid Iran WarIndia’s Nuclear Submarine Trio Is What China and Pakistan Should Pay Attention ToQawwali Meets Politics: LJP MP Shambhavi Chaudhary’s Dhurandhar Dig Targets Opposition In Lok Sabha‘Your Kindness Won’t Be Forgotten’: Iran Thanks Kashmir Donors For War Relief’India Shining Speech’: Oppn Hits Out At PM Modi’s Remarks On West Asia, Demands Discussion In Parl’India Deserves Deepest Respect: Russia Praises Delhi’s Strategic Autonomy, Confirms PM Modi’s Visit123PhotostoriesWorld’s deadliest rat that can kill an elephant, and 8 other weird rodents that break every rule of natureFrom boutiques to billions: Meet India’s 8 richest fashion mogulsDon’t use ear buds or loud headphones: ENT surgeon warns of rising hearing loss in young adultsHow to make Kala Chana Kofta Curry for dinner at home5 Vastu-approved paintings of fish you should have in your home to attract wealth, love and prosperityOrdering food gets costlier: Under 20 minutes easy dinner ideas for busy weeknights9 animals living in the wettest place on Earth: From a venomous snake and a creature that smells like popcornAneet Padda to Ananya Panday: Celebrity showstoppers who owned the ramp at Lakmē Fashion Week 20265 most magnificent palaces of South India worth travelling forWhy you stretch unconsciously: The hidden stress signal your body uses, and how to fix it123Hot PicksTrump Iran DealMohammad Bagher GhalibafSan Francisco AirportGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingBSEB Class 12th ResultUS Stock Market TodayGold prices crashShedeur SandersPuducherry electionsNDA seat sharingSilver Rate TodayPahalgam hotel caseTrump Iran DealBihar Board Science Topper

NEW DELHI: Disapproving a family court’s decision to involve police in a couple’s custody battle of a minor child, Supreme Court Monday said that it is atrocious to engage police in such cases.A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta termed the family court of Bhopal’s directions unconstitutional as it asked the Gurgaon police commissioner to ensure that the child was handed over to the father who is residing in Madhya Pradesh.In this case both the husband and the wife are doctors and are living separately for many years. The family court passed the order on a plea of the father who alleged that she had illegally taken the child from Bhopal without prior permission of the court and it was in clear violation of the condition imposed by the trial court in its order passed in 2022.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Iran vows tit-for-tat strike after Trump’s 48hr ultimatum, threatens to hit US-Israel energy facilityIf America strikes us, we should attack Indian cities like Delhi and Mumbai: Ex-Pak envoyTrump Pauses Planned Strikes: US halts Iran attack plan for 5 days; talks called very good and productive”The order is atrocious, unethical and unconstitutional. How can police be involved in a custody case? This is not the way to decide the case. What is the jurisdiction of a family court in Bhopal over the police commissioner of Gurgaon? Using police to get custody of a child is not acceptable,” the bench said. It directed both the husband and wife to be present in court along with the child on Tuesday. The court said that it would interact with them in the chamber before passing any order.The family court in Bhopal cancelled her guardianship and granted custody of the child to the father. The court found that the mother violated a previous consent decree by failing to provide the father access to the child, changing residence multiple times without informing him, and attempting to alienate the child from her father.The Madhya Pradesh high court in Nov last year affirmed the family court’s decision, citing the welfare of the child and findings from a Delhi high court Mediation and Conciliation Centre report, which indicated the child showed no distress with the father and that the mother’s conduct was problematic.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’India Moving Ahead With Resolve’: PM Modi’s Big Message On West Asia Conflict’Never Faced Such Humiliation’: Jaya Bachchan Slams VIP Culture In RS, Flags Traffic DisruptionsUS Finally Ready For De-Escalation? Iran Says Trump’s Threat To Blow Up Its Power Grid Was ‘Bluff’’100% Under Control Of Trump’: Rahul Gandhi Slams PM Modi Over West Asia Remarks In Lok Sabha’India Should Put House In Order First: Gita Gopinath’s Big Warning To Modi Govt Amid Iran WarIndia’s Nuclear Submarine Trio Is What China and Pakistan Should Pay Attention ToQawwali Meets Politics: LJP MP Shambhavi Chaudhary’s Dhurandhar Dig Targets Opposition In Lok Sabha‘Your Kindness Won’t Be Forgotten’: Iran Thanks Kashmir Donors For War Relief’India Shining Speech’: Oppn Hits Out At PM Modi’s Remarks On West Asia, Demands Discussion In Parl’India Deserves Deepest Respect: Russia Praises Delhi’s Strategic Autonomy, Confirms PM Modi’s Visit123PhotostoriesWorld’s deadliest rat that can kill an elephant, and 8 other weird rodents that break every rule of natureFrom boutiques to billions: Meet India’s 8 richest fashion mogulsDon’t use ear buds or loud headphones: ENT surgeon warns of rising hearing loss in young adultsHow to make Kala Chana Kofta Curry for dinner at home5 Vastu-approved paintings of fish you should have in your home to attract wealth, love and prosperityOrdering food gets costlier: Under 20 minutes easy dinner ideas for busy weeknights9 animals living in the wettest place on Earth: From a venomous snake and a creature that smells like popcornAneet Padda to Ananya Panday: Celebrity showstoppers who owned the ramp at Lakmē Fashion Week 20265 most magnificent palaces of South India worth travelling forWhy you stretch unconsciously: The hidden stress signal your body uses, and how to fix it123Hot PicksTrump Iran DealMohammad Bagher GhalibafSan Francisco AirportGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingBSEB Class 12th ResultUS Stock Market TodayGold prices crashShedeur SandersPuducherry electionsNDA seat sharingSilver Rate TodayPahalgam hotel caseTrump Iran DealBihar Board Science Topper

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NEW DELHI: Disapproving a family court’s decision to involve police in a couple’s custody battle of a minor child, Supreme Court Monday said that it is atrocious to engage police in such cases.A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta termed the family court of Bhopal’s directions unconstitutional as it asked the Gurgaon police…

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BJP MP Manoj Tiwari to hold multiple campaign events in West Bengal today NEW DELHI: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari will attend five election campaign programs in West Bengal today ahead of the Assembly elections 2026. The BJP MP will hold a road show from Pincol More to Babughat, a roadshow and meeting from GulMohar to Nandibgan, a public meeting at Naihati, a rally and road show at Belgachia, and a campaign event at Howrah Uttar (GulMohar). The visit comes as high-stakes campaigning intensifies for the polling of the 294-member West Bengal Assembly, which will be held in two phases on April 23 and April 29, with counting scheduled for May 4. Taking it to X, Manoj Tiwari wrote, “Today, I will participate in 5 campaign programs in West Bengal, including a public meeting and a road show.” “Tomorrow morning in Delhi, Dehradun 709 BC, I will welcome all of you at the inauguration ceremony by the Prime Minister,” he added on X. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Uttarakhand on Tuesday, marking his 27th visit to the state. During the visit, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway and also dedicate to the nation the country’s first variable speed pumped storage plant of 1,000 MW capacity in Tehri. Earlier on Sunday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami carried out a detailed on-ground inspection from Jaswant Ground in Garhi Cantt to Maa Daat Kali Temple via road in view of the proposed visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Dehradun on April 14, to ensure the successful event of the program. (ANI)End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIran Lauds India’s Stand After US Talks, Says Strait Of Hormuz Belongs To All NationsUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia Conflict123PhotostoriesBaby names inspired by moon6 popular snacks that were originally sold as medicine8 beautiful baby girls names that mean ‘genius’Best non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and moreMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium living123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingJJ Redick commentUS Iran talksYesterday Match ResultJasprit BumrahTim DavidIPL Points TableAsha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari to hold multiple campaign events in West Bengal today NEW DELHI: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari will attend five election campaign programs in West Bengal today ahead of the Assembly elections 2026. The BJP MP will hold a road show from Pincol More to Babughat, a roadshow and meeting from GulMohar to Nandibgan, a public meeting at Naihati, a rally and road show at Belgachia, and a campaign event at Howrah Uttar (GulMohar). The visit comes as high-stakes campaigning intensifies for the polling of the 294-member West Bengal Assembly, which will be held in two phases on April 23 and April 29, with counting scheduled for May 4. Taking it to X, Manoj Tiwari wrote, “Today, I will participate in 5 campaign programs in West Bengal, including a public meeting and a road show.” “Tomorrow morning in Delhi, Dehradun 709 BC, I will welcome all of you at the inauguration ceremony by the Prime Minister,” he added on X. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Uttarakhand on Tuesday, marking his 27th visit to the state. During the visit, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway and also dedicate to the nation the country’s first variable speed pumped storage plant of 1,000 MW capacity in Tehri. Earlier on Sunday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami carried out a detailed on-ground inspection from Jaswant Ground in Garhi Cantt to Maa Daat Kali Temple via road in view of the proposed visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Dehradun on April 14, to ensure the successful event of the program. (ANI)End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIran Lauds India’s Stand After US Talks, Says Strait Of Hormuz Belongs To All NationsUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia Conflict123PhotostoriesBaby names inspired by moon6 popular snacks that were originally sold as medicine8 beautiful baby girls names that mean ‘genius’Best non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and moreMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium living123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingJJ Redick commentUS Iran talksYesterday Match ResultJasprit BumrahTim DavidIPL Points TableAsha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

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BJP MP Manoj Tiwari to hold multiple campaign events in West Bengal today NEW DELHI: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari will attend five election campaign programs in West Bengal today ahead of the Assembly elections 2026. The BJP MP will hold a road show from Pincol More to Babughat, a roadshow and meeting from GulMohar to…

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‘Dhurandhar’ box office collection day 14 (LIVE): The Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna starrer begins to slow down after a record-breaking spree as ‘Avatar Fire and Ash’ advance bookings gain pace

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‘Dhurandhar’ is now nearing the completing of its second week at the box office. The film has been on a winning streak and how. The second weekend collections of the movie were bigger than the first weekend, not to mention, it became the biggest second weekend grossing movie, beating ‘Pushpa 2’. Meanwhile, it managed to…

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Breakthrough in finding cure for baldness: Common acne drug shows remarkable results in treating Male Pattern Baldness |

Breakthrough in finding cure for baldness: Common acne drug shows remarkable results in treating Male Pattern Baldness |

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An acne drug, clascoterone, has demonstrated remarkable results in treating male pattern baldness. In two large Phase III trials involving 1,500 men, participants using the topical solution experienced significant hair growth improvements. If approved by the FDA, clascoterone would represent the first new treatment for this common condition in three decades. Male pattern baldness, also…

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NEW DELHI: Authorities in Ladakh’s Leh district have reimposed restrictions over concerns about potential threats to public peace and order, officials told PTI. This comes just a day after restrictions were lifted following a 22-day curfew triggered by violent protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh. The earlier unrest left four people dead and over 80 injured.Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) were first imposed on September 24, banning gatherings of five or more people. District Magistrate Romil Singh Donk had lifted the curbs on Wednesday, citing a report by the Senior Superintendent of Police indicating no imminent threat.Ladakh Statehood Violence: BJP Blames Congress While Sonam Wangchuk Says Gen-Z Led The ProtestsEarlier today, the Centre moved to address a key demand of protesting Ladakh groups by announcing a judicial inquiry into the violent clashes that took place on September 24 in Leh. The violence, which resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including a 1999 Kargil war veteran, had escalated tensions in the region.The inquiry will be led by retired Supreme Court judge Justice B.S. Chauhan, and is tasked with investigating the events surrounding the clashes, police actions, and the resulting fatalities. The probe aims to address the concerns raised by local groups, particularly regarding the need for an impartial investigation.The violence occurred amid a protest by residents demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh, and it left 90 others injured. The announcement of the inquiry comes as part of efforts to resume dialogue with the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), who had suspended talks following the crackdown.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 MediaVideosBelgian Court Clears Fugitive Jeweller Mehul Choksi’s Extradition To IndiaPortfolios Allocated To Gujarat’s New Ministers After Major Cabinet ReshufflePakistan Seeks Trump’s Intervention After Afghan-Taliban Forces Humiliate Pak Army In Border ClashDense Chhattisgarh Forests No Longer Safe For Naxals, Over 200 Maoists Lay Down ArmsChina Breaks Silence on Border Clash, Follows India To Tell Pakistan, Afghanistan to End CrisisPakistan-Afghanistan Border Tensions Explode Ahead Of Ceasefire Deadline: Blast Kills 7 Pak Soldiers‘Jungle Raj’: Amit Shah Slams RJD For Fielding Shahabuddin’s Son In Bihar ElectionsAir Power, Tech Will Define Future Wars: Defence Secretary Rajesh Singh at Tejas Mk1A Showcase EventHAL Celebrates Maiden Flight of the First Tejas Mk1A Fighter Jet Manufactured at its Nashik FacilityRahul Gandhi Meets Family of Lynched Dalit in UP, Claims Govt Threatened Them and Calls for Action123 Photostories 10 mind-blowing superpowers of chameleonsFrom Archana Puran Singh’s nostalgic Dehradun Diwali to fun housie nights with staff – Archana and Parmeet Sethi’s cherished family Diwali memories3 superfoods to control cholesterol and the right way to consume them6 ways to set healthy boundaries without pushing others awayFun facts about ‘Alpha’ star Sharvari WaghDiwali 2025: 15 types of traditional Pooris to try this festive seasonDhanteras 2025: 5 trendy gold mangalsutra designs to buy this festive season for a stylish lookDiwali 2025: Sonakshi Sinha’s stylish festive fashion guide for the seasonExclusive – Rise and Fall Winner Arjun Bijlani opens up about his victory, breakdown, meeting his son Ayaan and reacts to Akriti Negi showing him middle fingerPersonality Test: What your favourite sleeping position reveals about your true nature and hidden emotions123Hot PicksGold Silver PriceRiyadh AirBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays OctoberBank Holidays OctoberTop TrendingChris Evert vs Martina Net WorthJohn BoltonPokemon All Mega Evolutions RankedJoe Flacco WifeRonda RouseyAaron Rodgers PittsburghBlake LivelyRussell WilsonHarvard CrimsonZack Yadegari

NEW DELHI: Authorities in Ladakh’s Leh district have reimposed restrictions over concerns about potential threats to public peace and order, officials told PTI. This comes just a day after restrictions were lifted following a 22-day curfew triggered by violent protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh. The earlier unrest left four people dead and over 80 injured.Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) were first imposed on September 24, banning gatherings of five or more people. District Magistrate Romil Singh Donk had lifted the curbs on Wednesday, citing a report by the Senior Superintendent of Police indicating no imminent threat.Ladakh Statehood Violence: BJP Blames Congress While Sonam Wangchuk Says Gen-Z Led The ProtestsEarlier today, the Centre moved to address a key demand of protesting Ladakh groups by announcing a judicial inquiry into the violent clashes that took place on September 24 in Leh. The violence, which resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including a 1999 Kargil war veteran, had escalated tensions in the region.The inquiry will be led by retired Supreme Court judge Justice B.S. Chauhan, and is tasked with investigating the events surrounding the clashes, police actions, and the resulting fatalities. The probe aims to address the concerns raised by local groups, particularly regarding the need for an impartial investigation.The violence occurred amid a protest by residents demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh, and it left 90 others injured. The announcement of the inquiry comes as part of efforts to resume dialogue with the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), who had suspended talks following the crackdown.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 MediaVideosBelgian Court Clears Fugitive Jeweller Mehul Choksi’s Extradition To IndiaPortfolios Allocated To Gujarat’s New Ministers After Major Cabinet ReshufflePakistan Seeks Trump’s Intervention After Afghan-Taliban Forces Humiliate Pak Army In Border ClashDense Chhattisgarh Forests No Longer Safe For Naxals, Over 200 Maoists Lay Down ArmsChina Breaks Silence on Border Clash, Follows India To Tell Pakistan, Afghanistan to End CrisisPakistan-Afghanistan Border Tensions Explode Ahead Of Ceasefire Deadline: Blast Kills 7 Pak Soldiers‘Jungle Raj’: Amit Shah Slams RJD For Fielding Shahabuddin’s Son In Bihar ElectionsAir Power, Tech Will Define Future Wars: Defence Secretary Rajesh Singh at Tejas Mk1A Showcase EventHAL Celebrates Maiden Flight of the First Tejas Mk1A Fighter Jet Manufactured at its Nashik FacilityRahul Gandhi Meets Family of Lynched Dalit in UP, Claims Govt Threatened Them and Calls for Action123 Photostories 10 mind-blowing superpowers of chameleonsFrom Archana Puran Singh’s nostalgic Dehradun Diwali to fun housie nights with staff – Archana and Parmeet Sethi’s cherished family Diwali memories3 superfoods to control cholesterol and the right way to consume them6 ways to set healthy boundaries without pushing others awayFun facts about ‘Alpha’ star Sharvari WaghDiwali 2025: 15 types of traditional Pooris to try this festive seasonDhanteras 2025: 5 trendy gold mangalsutra designs to buy this festive season for a stylish lookDiwali 2025: Sonakshi Sinha’s stylish festive fashion guide for the seasonExclusive – Rise and Fall Winner Arjun Bijlani opens up about his victory, breakdown, meeting his son Ayaan and reacts to Akriti Negi showing him middle fingerPersonality Test: What your favourite sleeping position reveals about your true nature and hidden emotions123Hot PicksGold Silver PriceRiyadh AirBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays OctoberBank Holidays OctoberTop TrendingChris Evert vs Martina Net WorthJohn BoltonPokemon All Mega Evolutions RankedJoe Flacco WifeRonda RouseyAaron Rodgers PittsburghBlake LivelyRussell WilsonHarvard CrimsonZack Yadegari

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NEW DELHI: Authorities in Ladakh’s Leh district have reimposed restrictions over concerns about potential threats to public peace and order, officials told PTI. This comes just a day after restrictions were lifted following a 22-day curfew triggered by violent protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh. The earlier unrest left four people dead…

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Jairam Ramesh (PTI image) NEW DELHI: Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Saturday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump praised Pakistan’s leadership amid the ongoing conflict between Islamabad and the Taliban.Reacting to Trump’s remarks praising Pakistan’s leadership, Ramesh took to X to express his disapproval. He wrote, “President Trump’s full-throated and categorical support for Pakistan in its war with Afghanistan is another setback for Indian ‘huglomacy.’ He has once again gone out of his way to praise the man whose inflammatory remarks provided the backdrop to the terrorist attacks in Pahalgam on April 22nd, 2025 that were orchestrated by Pakistan.” .Ramesh also pointed to economic concerns arising from India-US trade engagements. “Our economic diplomacy with the US has failed badly, as evinced by Mr. Modi suddenly surrendering to a clearly one-sided trade deal in which India has made firm pledges especially to import from American farmers, while the US has made vague commitments to allow for greater exports from India. Not only that, days after the agreement, the US imposed a 125.87% import duty on solar modules from India,” he wrote.On strategic diplomacy, Congress leader added, “Our strategic diplomacy has received repeated blows by President Trump repeatedly cozying up to the Pakistani establishment and reverting to the hyphenation of India and Pakistan. The Prime Minister may, through his means, manage to get awards. But the fact is that the self-declared Vishwaguru has been exposed and the world, especially the US, has got his measure.”The remarks come after Trump praised Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif amid Islamabad’s ongoing conflict with the Taliban. At a White House briefing, Trump said, “Well, I would [intervene], but I get along with Pakistan, as you know, very well. Very, very well. You have a great prime minister, you have a great general there, you have a great leader. I think two of the people that I really respect a lot. I think Pakistan is doing terrifically well.”Following Trump’s comments, US Under Secretary of State Allison Hooker also expressed Washington’s backing for Islamabad. She wrote on X, “Spoke today with Pakistan Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch to express condolences for lives lost in the recent conflict between Pakistan and the Taliban. We continue to monitor the situation closely and expressed support for Pakistan’s right to defend itself against Taliban attacks.”The escalation comes after Pakistan carried out airstrikes on Afghan cities this week, marking its most significant military action since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. Subsequent Taliban retaliation triggered further Pakistani strikes, with defence minister Khawaja Asif declaring that Pakistan was now in an “open war” with Afghanistan.While countries like the UK have urged de-escalation, China called for a ceasefire and Iran offered to mediate, India has maintained a close watch over developments. The New Delhi government has repeatedly denied any US role in facilitating ceasefires between India and Pakistan, attributing progress to direct bilateral talks. 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 MediaVideosAfghan Minister Warns Pakistan Says Do Not Force Us Into War Amid Rising TensionsPM Modi’s Sharp Swipe At Congress Allies Says No Honest Work Done Ahead Of PollsDonald Trump Praises Sharif, Munir Amid Af-Pak War, Afghanistan Blasts Pakistan For Blaming IndiaWar Anxiety Rises In Pakistan, People Urge Peace, Doubt India’s Role In Afghan WarThree Fault Lines, One Open War: Security Expert Breaks Down Why Pakistan’s Taliban Gamble FailedPak-Afghan War: Security Expert Say Conflict Could End Badly for IslambadWho Is Really Running Pakistan’s Afghan Policy? Experts React To Islamabad’s AggressionIndia, Israel Backs Kabul: Pak Journalist’s Shocking Claims on Afghan Actions Against IslamabadAmid Rising Violence, Afghanistan Urges Pakistan For Talks To Prevent Prolonged Conflict“Deep Concern”: China Alarms As Pakistan-Afghanistan Clash Explodes After Taliban Strike123Photostories9 exotic Tori (Ridge Gourd) dishes perfect for weekend lunch7 habits mentally strong people swear by for success and inner peace6 Indian billionaires who own private residence worth crores in Lutyens’ Bungalow Zone, Delhi5 wetlands in North India to visit before the winter migratory season endsThe most powerful mantra to remove fear and anxietyFrom Thalapathy Vijay to Dhanush: South Indian celebrity divorces that shocked fansThe 50: From Yuvika Chaudhary getting upset with Mr Faisu to Sidharth Bharadwaj’s eviction; Top moments from the episode5 plants you should NEVER place near the main door as per Vastu and why3-ingredient breakfast dishes for working women and what makes them specialDitch the pastel winds: What Vijay Deverakonda’s and Rashmika Mandanna’s wedding outfits taught us123Hot PicksPakistan-Afghanistan warIndia GDP growthGold rate todayAir ticket refund rulesIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingResident Evil RequiemDenver BroncosNFL RumorsHSR Stellaron Hunter Blade skinLos Angeles DodgersCody BellingerTony DungyShai Gilgeous AlexanderNFL CombineTony Dungy

Jairam Ramesh (PTI image) NEW DELHI: Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Saturday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump praised Pakistan’s leadership amid the ongoing conflict between Islamabad and the Taliban.Reacting to Trump’s remarks praising Pakistan’s leadership, Ramesh took to X to express his disapproval. He wrote, “President Trump’s full-throated and categorical support for Pakistan in its war with Afghanistan is another setback for Indian ‘huglomacy.’ He has once again gone out of his way to praise the man whose inflammatory remarks provided the backdrop to the terrorist attacks in Pahalgam on April 22nd, 2025 that were orchestrated by Pakistan.” .Ramesh also pointed to economic concerns arising from India-US trade engagements. “Our economic diplomacy with the US has failed badly, as evinced by Mr. Modi suddenly surrendering to a clearly one-sided trade deal in which India has made firm pledges especially to import from American farmers, while the US has made vague commitments to allow for greater exports from India. Not only that, days after the agreement, the US imposed a 125.87% import duty on solar modules from India,” he wrote.On strategic diplomacy, Congress leader added, “Our strategic diplomacy has received repeated blows by President Trump repeatedly cozying up to the Pakistani establishment and reverting to the hyphenation of India and Pakistan. The Prime Minister may, through his means, manage to get awards. But the fact is that the self-declared Vishwaguru has been exposed and the world, especially the US, has got his measure.”The remarks come after Trump praised Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif amid Islamabad’s ongoing conflict with the Taliban. At a White House briefing, Trump said, “Well, I would [intervene], but I get along with Pakistan, as you know, very well. Very, very well. You have a great prime minister, you have a great general there, you have a great leader. I think two of the people that I really respect a lot. I think Pakistan is doing terrifically well.”Following Trump’s comments, US Under Secretary of State Allison Hooker also expressed Washington’s backing for Islamabad. She wrote on X, “Spoke today with Pakistan Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch to express condolences for lives lost in the recent conflict between Pakistan and the Taliban. We continue to monitor the situation closely and expressed support for Pakistan’s right to defend itself against Taliban attacks.”The escalation comes after Pakistan carried out airstrikes on Afghan cities this week, marking its most significant military action since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. Subsequent Taliban retaliation triggered further Pakistani strikes, with defence minister Khawaja Asif declaring that Pakistan was now in an “open war” with Afghanistan.While countries like the UK have urged de-escalation, China called for a ceasefire and Iran offered to mediate, India has maintained a close watch over developments. The New Delhi government has repeatedly denied any US role in facilitating ceasefires between India and Pakistan, attributing progress to direct bilateral talks. 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 MediaVideosAfghan Minister Warns Pakistan Says Do Not Force Us Into War Amid Rising TensionsPM Modi’s Sharp Swipe At Congress Allies Says No Honest Work Done Ahead Of PollsDonald Trump Praises Sharif, Munir Amid Af-Pak War, Afghanistan Blasts Pakistan For Blaming IndiaWar Anxiety Rises In Pakistan, People Urge Peace, Doubt India’s Role In Afghan WarThree Fault Lines, One Open War: Security Expert Breaks Down Why Pakistan’s Taliban Gamble FailedPak-Afghan War: Security Expert Say Conflict Could End Badly for IslambadWho Is Really Running Pakistan’s Afghan Policy? Experts React To Islamabad’s AggressionIndia, Israel Backs Kabul: Pak Journalist’s Shocking Claims on Afghan Actions Against IslamabadAmid Rising Violence, Afghanistan Urges Pakistan For Talks To Prevent Prolonged Conflict“Deep Concern”: China Alarms As Pakistan-Afghanistan Clash Explodes After Taliban Strike123Photostories9 exotic Tori (Ridge Gourd) dishes perfect for weekend lunch7 habits mentally strong people swear by for success and inner peace6 Indian billionaires who own private residence worth crores in Lutyens’ Bungalow Zone, Delhi5 wetlands in North India to visit before the winter migratory season endsThe most powerful mantra to remove fear and anxietyFrom Thalapathy Vijay to Dhanush: South Indian celebrity divorces that shocked fansThe 50: From Yuvika Chaudhary getting upset with Mr Faisu to Sidharth Bharadwaj’s eviction; Top moments from the episode5 plants you should NEVER place near the main door as per Vastu and why3-ingredient breakfast dishes for working women and what makes them specialDitch the pastel winds: What Vijay Deverakonda’s and Rashmika Mandanna’s wedding outfits taught us123Hot PicksPakistan-Afghanistan warIndia GDP growthGold rate todayAir ticket refund rulesIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingResident Evil RequiemDenver BroncosNFL RumorsHSR Stellaron Hunter Blade skinLos Angeles DodgersCody BellingerTony DungyShai Gilgeous AlexanderNFL CombineTony Dungy

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Jairam Ramesh (PTI image) NEW DELHI: Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Saturday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump praised Pakistan’s leadership amid the ongoing conflict between Islamabad and the Taliban.Reacting to Trump’s remarks praising Pakistan’s leadership, Ramesh took to X to express his disapproval. He wrote, “President Trump’s full-throated and categorical…

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PTI image NEW DELHI: Union MoS Nityanand Rai on Wednesday informed the Rajya Sabha in a written reply that Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases across the country.According to the reply, the first phase will involve Houselisting and Housing Census, during which information on housing conditions, household particulars including the name and sex of the head of the household, as well as amenities and assets possessed by households will be collected. The sex of the head of household will be recorded under three categories: Male, Female and Transgender. Census 2027 To Kick Off As Government Seeks Data On Homes, Food, Internet And How India Lives Today The second phase, i.e., Population Enumeration will collect information on each individual, with the detailed questionnaire to be notified later.The government said that enumerators will undertake house-to-house visits across the entire enumeration area to collect census data and ensure that no household is excluded. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UAE embassy in Iraq attacked, Hezbollah drones target IsraelIran launches fresh strike on UAE: Two drones hit near Dubai airport; Indian among 4 injuredMiddle East war enters day 12 as US, Israel unleash ‘heaviest strikes’ on Iran as Tehran rules out ceasefireIn addition, respondents will have the option of self-enumeration, allowing them to submit their data online. The data will be later verified by enumerators before final submission.To ensure data accuracy, the self-enumeration portal will include FAQs, tool tips and validation checks, while enumerators and supervisors will receive adequate training for census work. Validation rules have also been built into the mobile application used for data collection and information gathered by enumerators will be monitored and verified by supervisors.The government further stated that all suitable measures have been taken to ensure data security during mobile data collection, transmission and storage at the server level.Earlier, Union home minister Amit Shah launched four digital platforms and two mascots: Pragati and Vikas for India’s first fully digital census exercise. The tools include a self-enumeration portal, houselisting operations mobile application, houselisting block creator application and a census management and monitoring system portal, developed by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing.The Census 2027 will be the world’s largest census exercise, with around 30 lakh enumerators and supervisors engaged in the data collection process. The first phase will be conducted between April and September 2026, while the second phase is expected in February 2027.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‘I Was Silenced’: Rahul Gandhi Repeats ‘PM Compromised’ Jibe, BJP Fiercely Hits Back At His ClaimsTrump Announces 0 Reliance Investment To Build Oil Refinery In Texas, Thanks ‘Partners In India’Indian Shops Attacked In London By Masked Gang, Restaurants And Stores Targeted In Wembley’We Agree To Remain…’: Jaishankar Calls Up Iran FM Araghchi Amid Looming Energy Crisis Due To War’Good Actors’: White House On ‘Temporary Permission’ To India Over Russian Oil PurchasesModi Meets Jaishankar, Puri As India Secures Energy Routes Amid Iran WarUAE Ambassador Slams Tehran Strikes, Says India’s Voice ‘Carries Weight’ In West Asia‘Iran’s New Leader Won’t Live In Peace’, Says Trump; Tehran warns ‘Beware, Lest You Be Eliminated’’Om Birla Perfected Art Of Turning Off Microphones Of Oppn MPs’: Explosive Mahua Moitra In Lok SabhaPost-Operation Sindoor, India Formalises Its Military Transformation Blueprint With Vision 2047123PhotostoriesPothole shock: ‘Brain-dead’ UP woman starts breathing againPeriod dramasthat ruled TV screens:’Porus’, ‘Chandranandini’ and moreNoida Yamuna Pushta corridor: 31.2km 6-lane elevated road planned to ease airport-bound trafficWhich Indian city is known as the ‘London of India’Breast cancer in women under 40 is rising: Doctors explain how modern lifestyle habits and stress may increase risk and the changes that can help protect women’s healthThe Caspian Sea: A ‘lake’ so huge it outsizes Japan and touches five nationsNancy Guthrie case update: FBI reviews six theories as the kidnapping mystery intensifiesGolden Retriever: 7 reasons why this dog breed is good for childrenFrom selling his trophy for Rs 400 to feed his family to owning a luxurious 4-BHK home; A look at Sudesh Lehri’s inspiring journey3 Indian pizzerias among the 50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific 2026123Hot PicksStrait of Hormuz naval minesChina Yj-12 missileUCC gender biasCovid vaccine compensation policyIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIran War Impact on IndiaParliament Budget SessionGold Price PredictionMumbai TemperatureSouth Asia Country Diesel and Petrol PriceUS Iran War ImpactUAE F-16Brain dead womenBombay high courtMiddle East War

PTI image NEW DELHI: Union MoS Nityanand Rai on Wednesday informed the Rajya Sabha in a written reply that Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases across the country.According to the reply, the first phase will involve Houselisting and Housing Census, during which information on housing conditions, household particulars including the name and sex of the head of the household, as well as amenities and assets possessed by households will be collected. The sex of the head of household will be recorded under three categories: Male, Female and Transgender. Census 2027 To Kick Off As Government Seeks Data On Homes, Food, Internet And How India Lives Today The second phase, i.e., Population Enumeration will collect information on each individual, with the detailed questionnaire to be notified later.The government said that enumerators will undertake house-to-house visits across the entire enumeration area to collect census data and ensure that no household is excluded. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UAE embassy in Iraq attacked, Hezbollah drones target IsraelIran launches fresh strike on UAE: Two drones hit near Dubai airport; Indian among 4 injuredMiddle East war enters day 12 as US, Israel unleash ‘heaviest strikes’ on Iran as Tehran rules out ceasefireIn addition, respondents will have the option of self-enumeration, allowing them to submit their data online. The data will be later verified by enumerators before final submission.To ensure data accuracy, the self-enumeration portal will include FAQs, tool tips and validation checks, while enumerators and supervisors will receive adequate training for census work. Validation rules have also been built into the mobile application used for data collection and information gathered by enumerators will be monitored and verified by supervisors.The government further stated that all suitable measures have been taken to ensure data security during mobile data collection, transmission and storage at the server level.Earlier, Union home minister Amit Shah launched four digital platforms and two mascots: Pragati and Vikas for India’s first fully digital census exercise. The tools include a self-enumeration portal, houselisting operations mobile application, houselisting block creator application and a census management and monitoring system portal, developed by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing.The Census 2027 will be the world’s largest census exercise, with around 30 lakh enumerators and supervisors engaged in the data collection process. The first phase will be conducted between April and September 2026, while the second phase is expected in February 2027.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‘I Was Silenced’: Rahul Gandhi Repeats ‘PM Compromised’ Jibe, BJP Fiercely Hits Back At His ClaimsTrump Announces $300 Reliance Investment To Build Oil Refinery In Texas, Thanks ‘Partners In India’Indian Shops Attacked In London By Masked Gang, Restaurants And Stores Targeted In Wembley’We Agree To Remain…’: Jaishankar Calls Up Iran FM Araghchi Amid Looming Energy Crisis Due To War’Good Actors’: White House On ‘Temporary Permission’ To India Over Russian Oil PurchasesModi Meets Jaishankar, Puri As India Secures Energy Routes Amid Iran WarUAE Ambassador Slams Tehran Strikes, Says India’s Voice ‘Carries Weight’ In West Asia‘Iran’s New Leader Won’t Live In Peace’, Says Trump; Tehran warns ‘Beware, Lest You Be Eliminated’’Om Birla Perfected Art Of Turning Off Microphones Of Oppn MPs’: Explosive Mahua Moitra In Lok SabhaPost-Operation Sindoor, India Formalises Its Military Transformation Blueprint With Vision 2047123PhotostoriesPothole shock: ‘Brain-dead’ UP woman starts breathing againPeriod dramasthat ruled TV screens:’Porus’, ‘Chandranandini’ and moreNoida Yamuna Pushta corridor: 31.2km 6-lane elevated road planned to ease airport-bound trafficWhich Indian city is known as the ‘London of India’Breast cancer in women under 40 is rising: Doctors explain how modern lifestyle habits and stress may increase risk and the changes that can help protect women’s healthThe Caspian Sea: A ‘lake’ so huge it outsizes Japan and touches five nationsNancy Guthrie case update: FBI reviews six theories as the kidnapping mystery intensifiesGolden Retriever: 7 reasons why this dog breed is good for childrenFrom selling his trophy for Rs 400 to feed his family to owning a luxurious 4-BHK home; A look at Sudesh Lehri’s inspiring journey3 Indian pizzerias among the 50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific 2026123Hot PicksStrait of Hormuz naval minesChina Yj-12 missileUCC gender biasCovid vaccine compensation policyIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIran War Impact on IndiaParliament Budget SessionGold Price PredictionMumbai TemperatureSouth Asia Country Diesel and Petrol PriceUS Iran War ImpactUAE F-16Brain dead womenBombay high courtMiddle East War

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NEW DELHI: Union MoS Nityanand Rai on Wednesday informed the Rajya Sabha in a written reply that Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases across the country.According to the reply, the first phase will involve Houselisting and Housing Census, during which information on housing conditions, household particulars including the name and sex of the…

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‘I was lucky enough to find her’: Anurag Basu reveals how he cast Kangana Ranaut in ‘Gangster’

‘I was lucky enough to find her’: Anurag Basu reveals how he cast Kangana Ranaut in ‘Gangster’

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. NEW DELHI: As part of a comprehensive set of recommendations to the government towards creation of a “survivor-centric framework”, the National Commission for Women has flagged the need for setting up a national acid attack case tracking registry linking FIR, medical care, compensation and rehabilitation. It has also sought the integration of online FIR systems with automatic relief and compensation triggers.The NCW’s “framework” seeks to address medical care, legal justice, rehabilitation, financial security, and long-term socio-economic inclusion for acid attack survivors across the country.The commission has submitted these recommendations to the ministries of home affairs, health and family welfare, women and child development and social justice and empowerment and sought expeditious action.From a mandatory ‘Golden Hour Protocol’ to be notified and uniformly implemented across all govt and private hospitals to ensure immediate medical intervention within the first 60 minutes following a corrosive injury to free, lifelong medical treatment and customised Ayushman Bharat packages covering repeated and staged reconstructive surgeries are some of the key recommendations.On the legal front, the commission has called for fast-tracking investigation and trial mechanisms with fixed timelines for acid attack cases. It has recommended the appointment of dedicated legal officers to assist survivors at the district level.The recommendations call for simplified procedures for FIR registration, including mandatory Zero FIRs and provision of stringent and exemplary punishment for acting as a deterrent. Direct online transfer of compensation linked with FIR registration is also among the recommendations.The NCW has also flagged the need for a uniform national compensation framework applicable across all states and UTs; time-bound disbursal of compensation (interim relief within 7–15 days) and inclusion of forced acid ingestion cases within compensation schemes.As far as the regulation of acid sale, the commission has called for strict control and licensing of acid sale at manufacturing, wholesale, and retail levels. Periodic audits and inspections of acid sale and storage have been sought, along with the need to make a clear distinction between industrial and other uses of acid.From amendments to the Poison Act, 1919, to strengthen enforcement, to mandatory record-keeping and reporting by acid vendors, are other recommendations.Drawing attention to the need to focus on psycho-social and mental health support, the NCW has recommended that the government make family counselling and caregiver support an integral part of rehabilitation and integrate psycho-social rehabilitation into all survivor welfare schemes.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Denies Crypto Scam Claims After Ship Fired Upon in Strait of Hormuz TensionsFormer J&K DGP SP Vaid on Pahalgam Attack, Terrain and Security Challenges In Jammu And KashmirIndia Marks Pahalgam Anniversary With a Strong Message To Terror Outfits & Pak | WatchEC Issues Notice To Kharge Over “Terrorist” Remark On PM Modi After BJP Complaint‘Democracy Cannot Be Jeopardised’: SC Slams Mamata Banerjee Over Alleged Interference In ED RaidIran Seizes Two Ships in Strait of Hormuz, India-Bound Vessel Sparks Global ConcernINS Dhruv: The ship behind India’s missile tracking and strategic strength‘Dot, Dot, Dot’: Rajnath Singh Warns Pakistan On Pahalgam Attack AnniversaryFrom US To Israel: Global Leaders Mark One Year Of Pahalgam Terror AttackPappu Yadav Defies NCW Notice, Doubles Down on Remarks Amid Massive Political Row123PhotostoriesHow to make South Indian Curd Rice for dinner at homeThe economy-class survival guide: How to be comfortable on a long-haul flightHow to deal with a child who answers back: 3 mindful parenting tips inspired by SadhguruAre you killing your Bougainvillea with kindness? Here are 4 things you really need to knowGenelia Deshmukh proves she believes in tradition in the sea of trends with her soft pink Nauvari saree momentANZAC Day 2026: What’s open and closed across AustraliaOTT Releases This Week (April 23–27): ‘If Wishes Could Kill’, ‘Marty Supreme’, ‘Band Melam’, ‘Apex’ lead the slate3 mantras to chant everyday that are believed to bring peace, prosperity and divine protectionExclusive: President Droupadi Murmu hosted South Korean President with royal Rajasthani feastMukul Chadda, Mallika Sarabhai, Smriti Kalra: Meet the IIM graduates who swapped corporate suits for movie scripts123Hot PicksBengal Election 2026Rahul gandhi rallyBengal election dos and don’tsTamil Nadu pollsSIR ProtestTN election dos and don’tsBank Holidays AprilTop TrendingLSG vs RR IPL MatchMohandas PaiSupreme CourtMalegaon Blast CaseMeerut Blue Drum Murder CaseBareilly Suicide NewsTCS Nashik CaseDelhi Murder NewsMiddle East ConflictIPL Orange Cap

. NEW DELHI: As part of a comprehensive set of recommendations to the government towards creation of a “survivor-centric framework”, the National Commission for Women has flagged the need for setting up a national acid attack case tracking registry linking FIR, medical care, compensation and rehabilitation. It has also sought the integration of online FIR systems with automatic relief and compensation triggers.The NCW’s “framework” seeks to address medical care, legal justice, rehabilitation, financial security, and long-term socio-economic inclusion for acid attack survivors across the country.The commission has submitted these recommendations to the ministries of home affairs, health and family welfare, women and child development and social justice and empowerment and sought expeditious action.From a mandatory ‘Golden Hour Protocol’ to be notified and uniformly implemented across all govt and private hospitals to ensure immediate medical intervention within the first 60 minutes following a corrosive injury to free, lifelong medical treatment and customised Ayushman Bharat packages covering repeated and staged reconstructive surgeries are some of the key recommendations.On the legal front, the commission has called for fast-tracking investigation and trial mechanisms with fixed timelines for acid attack cases. It has recommended the appointment of dedicated legal officers to assist survivors at the district level.The recommendations call for simplified procedures for FIR registration, including mandatory Zero FIRs and provision of stringent and exemplary punishment for acting as a deterrent. Direct online transfer of compensation linked with FIR registration is also among the recommendations.The NCW has also flagged the need for a uniform national compensation framework applicable across all states and UTs; time-bound disbursal of compensation (interim relief within 7–15 days) and inclusion of forced acid ingestion cases within compensation schemes.As far as the regulation of acid sale, the commission has called for strict control and licensing of acid sale at manufacturing, wholesale, and retail levels. Periodic audits and inspections of acid sale and storage have been sought, along with the need to make a clear distinction between industrial and other uses of acid.From amendments to the Poison Act, 1919, to strengthen enforcement, to mandatory record-keeping and reporting by acid vendors, are other recommendations.Drawing attention to the need to focus on psycho-social and mental health support, the NCW has recommended that the government make family counselling and caregiver support an integral part of rehabilitation and integrate psycho-social rehabilitation into all survivor welfare schemes.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Denies Crypto Scam Claims After Ship Fired Upon in Strait of Hormuz TensionsFormer J&K DGP SP Vaid on Pahalgam Attack, Terrain and Security Challenges In Jammu And KashmirIndia Marks Pahalgam Anniversary With a Strong Message To Terror Outfits & Pak | WatchEC Issues Notice To Kharge Over “Terrorist” Remark On PM Modi After BJP Complaint‘Democracy Cannot Be Jeopardised’: SC Slams Mamata Banerjee Over Alleged Interference In ED RaidIran Seizes Two Ships in Strait of Hormuz, India-Bound Vessel Sparks Global ConcernINS Dhruv: The ship behind India’s missile tracking and strategic strength‘Dot, Dot, Dot’: Rajnath Singh Warns Pakistan On Pahalgam Attack AnniversaryFrom US To Israel: Global Leaders Mark One Year Of Pahalgam Terror AttackPappu Yadav Defies NCW Notice, Doubles Down on Remarks Amid Massive Political Row123PhotostoriesHow to make South Indian Curd Rice for dinner at homeThe economy-class survival guide: How to be comfortable on a long-haul flightHow to deal with a child who answers back: 3 mindful parenting tips inspired by SadhguruAre you killing your Bougainvillea with kindness? Here are 4 things you really need to knowGenelia Deshmukh proves she believes in tradition in the sea of trends with her soft pink Nauvari saree momentANZAC Day 2026: What’s open and closed across AustraliaOTT Releases This Week (April 23–27): ‘If Wishes Could Kill’, ‘Marty Supreme’, ‘Band Melam’, ‘Apex’ lead the slate3 mantras to chant everyday that are believed to bring peace, prosperity and divine protectionExclusive: President Droupadi Murmu hosted South Korean President with royal Rajasthani feastMukul Chadda, Mallika Sarabhai, Smriti Kalra: Meet the IIM graduates who swapped corporate suits for movie scripts123Hot PicksBengal Election 2026Rahul gandhi rallyBengal election dos and don’tsTamil Nadu pollsSIR ProtestTN election dos and don’tsBank Holidays AprilTop TrendingLSG vs RR IPL MatchMohandas PaiSupreme CourtMalegaon Blast CaseMeerut Blue Drum Murder CaseBareilly Suicide NewsTCS Nashik CaseDelhi Murder NewsMiddle East ConflictIPL Orange Cap

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