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Virgo Horoscope Today, April 19, 2026: Drive slow, speak less

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As the stars align today, we may encounter a few bumps in the road. Frustrations at work could be heightened, and our patience may be put to the test in both personal and daily interactions. Tread carefully in your conversations—especially with close ones—to dodge any misunderstandings. It’s a good day to prioritize important work tasks…

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Delhi ITI admissions 2026: Registration begins tomorrow at itidelhi.admissions.nic.in, check list of required documents

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Delhi ITI admissions 2026 The Directorate of Training and Technical Education (DTTE), Delhi, will begin the registration process for Delhi Industrial Training Institute (ITI) admissions 2026 from June 8. Interested candidates can submit their applications through the official admission portal, itidelhi.admissions.nic.in.The admission process will be conducted for 19 government ITIs across Delhi. A total of…

Sacred Buddha relics inseparable part of our civilisation: PM Modi | India News

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NEW DELHI: Calling India not only the custodian of Lord Buddha’s sacred relics but also the living carrier of his tradition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated a first-of-itskind international exposition of the Buddha’s Piprahwa relics, reliquaries and gem relics that were recently repatriated to India.Noting that the the departure from India and eventual…

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Aries Horoscope Today, April 11, 2026: Money matters look steady

Vamsikrishna3 months ago03 mins mins

A tranquil atmosphere envelops you, washing away worries and enhancing your everyday life. You tackle your duties with poise, and positive developments unfold in family circles. Relationships bloom as tender moments flourish, and career possibilities expand through meaningful connections. It’s wise to exercise financial caution, opting for thoughtful spending instead of impulsive purchases. Morning feels…

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the ancient Shiva temple in Lakhamandal today, where local residents and party workers gave him a grand welcome. The Chief Minister performed traditional rituals at the temple and prayed for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of the people of the state. DEHRADUN: Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday visited the ancient Shiva temple in Lakhamandal, where locals and party workers gave him a grand welcome. The Chief Minister performed traditional rituals at the temple and prayed for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of the state’s people.State minister and program coordinator Geeta Ram Gaud presented a 16-point memorandum to Dhami regarding various local issues of the region. The chief minister assured that all the demands would be examined seriously and appropriate action would be taken.Addressing a massive public gathering, Dhami said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state government is taking “several historic and decisive steps”.He emphasised that the “strictest anti-cheating law” in the country has been implemented in Uttarakhand. The CM added that in the past 4.5 years, “more than 26,000 youth have been selected for government jobs with complete transparency and integrity. “These jobs have been awarded purely on the basis of merit and talent,” he said.He further stated that the government has imposed strict restrictions on activities such as “land jihad, “spitting jihad”, “love jihad”, and forced religious conversions. “The state government is committed to safeguarding the demography and cultural values of Uttarakhand”.The chief minister noted that just as the grand temple of Lord Shri Ram in Ayodhya was established after 500 years, and the Mahakal Corridor in Ujjain was completed, similarly, “extensive efforts are underway in Uttarakhand for cultural rejuvenation”.He informed that a special master plan worth Rs 120 crore is being prepared for the region’s famous Hanol Temple, aimed at the preservation and development of this spiritual and historical site.Chief Minister Dhami said that the affection and warm welcome received from the people of Lakhamandal were “deeply emotional for him.”He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the public and reiterated that the state government is continuously committed to the “all-round development” of Uttarakhand. End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSecond Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur’s 350th Martyrdom Tribute Marked with Devotion in Punjab“Indian market offers smooth trade opportunities,” says ASSOCHAM Secretary‘Why? Why? Why?’ Mamata Slams EC, Flags ‘Unusual & Alarming’ Moves Ahead of Bengal Polls’Doesn’t Deserve LoP Post’: BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi For Missing CJI Surya Kant’s Oath CeremonyAs Pakistan Halts Afghan Transit, Kabul Boosts India Partnership And Fast-Tracks The Chabahar RouteIndia’s Soft Power Rises As Jaishankar Expands Global Gita Mahotsav, Kurukshetra Festival OutreachPunjab: Anandpur Sahib Hosts 3-Day Tribute on Guru Tegh Bahadur’s 350th Martyrdom Year’They Said Arunachal Is China’: Indian Woman Alleges Harassment After Passport Rejection In ShanghaiRajnath Says India Followed Krishna’s Message In Operation Sindoor After Pakistan Misread Decency‘Enemies of the Nation Are Our Enemies’Owaisi Condemns Delhi Blast123PhotostoriesHow 1 cup of this drink before bed can help burn belly fat in 30 days and how one can make it at homeDharmendra’s demise: From Krushna Abhishek, Karan Kundrra to Ankita Lokhande; TV celebs pay an emotional tribute to the legendary actorStruggling with fatty liver? 5 Ayurveda-approved food habits to improve liver healthSpeculation to confirmation: Sonam Kapoor’s second pregnancy becomes a masterclass in maternity fashionDisha Patani to Ananya Panday: The most talked-about fashion moments of the dayPlanning 2026 travels? 10 trending destinations in pictures to inspire youThanksgiving side dishes: 5 easy recipes to try this yearA legend lives on: Nostalgic images of Dharmendra, the ‘He-Man’ of Bollywood10 Indian breakfasts that are high in protein and under 300 calories5 Indian baby name pairs that are perfect for siblings123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeChennai rainGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingNew Labour LawsIslam MakhachevCola Social Security PaymentsBrittany MahomesCanada Citizenship ActDelhi ProtestSmriti Mandhana WeddingJack HughesRama Raju MantenaFortnite Chapter 7 Leaked

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DEHRADUN: Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday visited the ancient Shiva temple in Lakhamandal, where locals and party workers gave him a grand welcome. The Chief Minister performed traditional rituals at the temple and prayed for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of the state’s people.State minister and program coordinator Geeta Ram Gaud presented a…

Debt roadmap: Adani Group pegs 2030 debt goal at Rs 1 lakh cr; says growth plan won’t hinge on capital raising

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The Adani Group on Friday said it is targeting a consolidated debt level of Rs 1 lakh crore by 2030, stressing that its long-term growth strategy aims to minimise reliance on fresh capital raising.Speaking at the Trust Group’s 5th India Debt Capital Market Summit 2025, Adani Group CFO Jugeshinder (Robbie) Singh said the group believes…

Entertainment

Hollywood stars who changed their names and built unforgettable identities

Vamsikrishna4 months ago01 mins mins

In the ever-evolving world of showbiz, a name is more than just a label—it’s a brand. While some stars change their names for a fresh start, others are forced into it by industry rules or a desire to step out of a famous family’s shadow. Many stars swapped their birth names for ones that felt…

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SSC CHSL Tier-2 exam city slip released @ssc.gov.in, admit card to follow soon

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SSC CHSL Tier-2 exam city slip released. SSC CHSL Tier-2 exam city slip: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the exam city intimation for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025 (Tier-II). Candidates appearing for the examination can now access their allotted exam city through the official portal.As per the schedule issued by…

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Image: IANS NEW DELHI: Highway construction and awards for new works fell to a seven-year low in 2025-26, official data show. While overall construction stood at less than 10,000 km, a first since 2019-20, barely 7,000 km of works were awarded in FY26.The reasons for the fall in performance on these two key parameters in the highway sector include road agencies’ following stricter pre-condition of land availability and clearances before bidding out projects and a sharp decline in conversion of state highways to National Highways (NHs).Officials said that agencies have maintained “self-restraint” to ensure that projects once bid out don’t get stuck or delayed due to non-availability of land and other issues, such as forest and environment clearance and utility shifting.“Projects getting delayed serve no purpose; rather this results in cost escalation. A lot of efforts have been put into bringing down the number of delayed projects. Second, the focus now is on building more economic corridors and expressways rather than incremental expansion of existing highways,” an official said.National Highways Corporation of India (NHAI), which is responsible for construction and maintenance of wider highways, said last week the agency had constructed 5,313 km of NHs, which was about 15% higher than the target of 4,640 km for the year.Industry insiders said that as the number of NH development projects offered by NHAI and other agencies have fallen substantially, contractors are scrambling to get work, quoting rates up to 42% less than bid prices. “The impact of fewer projects being bid out will be visible in the next couple of years,” said a senior executive of a major highway developer.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosManipur Erupts Again After Deadly Blast Kills 2 Children; Curfew Imposed, Internet Shutdown’Avoid Military Areas, Stay Indoors’: India Issues Advisory For Indians In Iran As Tensions RiseManipur Erupts Again: Curfew, Internet Shutdown As Violence Returns Over Killing Of Two ChildrenTejas Back In Air After Setbacks, But Reliability And Delays Raise Fresh Questions’Target Of Akhand Bharat’: Pakistan Senator Sounds Alarm Over Growing India-UAE Ties’At The Behest Of Mamata’: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey’s Shocking Claim On Pakistan’s Kolkata ThreatIndia Seeks US Waiver On Chabahar Amid Conflict; Iran Envoy Hints At Key Port Revival After WarBJP Calls Kharge’s ‘Snake’ Remark Dangerous, Alleges Communal ProvocationAssam Passport Row Turns Personal: Himanta Sarma Takes ‘Peda’ Jibe At Pawan Khera, Congress Responds’Pakistan Will Be Divided Into…’: Rajnath Singh’s Strong Response To Khawaja Asif’s Kolkata Threat123Photostories8 animals that shed their skin in the most surprising waysYou have heard of ‘good’ and ‘bad’ cholesterol: But what if that’s not the full story and you’re reading it wrong?5 cheapest Indian states to buy gold in 202610 short baby girl names inspired by beautiful flowersFrom Divyanka Tripathi to Karishma Tanna confirming their pregnancies to Surbhi Jyoti flaunting her baby bump; TV actresses who are all set to embrace motherhoodWhy this is the only Indian dish among the 50 Best Bean Dishes in the World5 fun and unusual vacation ideas for the summer holidays in IndiaStep inside Kapil Dev’s Delhi residence that defines understated luxurySimple remedies to attract wealth based on your numberHappy birthday Jackie Chan: ‘Drunken Master’, ‘Police Story’ to ‘Rush Hour’ – The legend’s greatest hits123Hot PicksThierry HenryUpdated IPL Points TablePurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingBuffalo BillsIShowSpeedStephen CurrySheldon KeefeUS stocks todayIran AdvisoryCarlos AlcarazIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date

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NEW DELHI: Highway construction and awards for new works fell to a seven-year low in 2025-26, official data show. While overall construction stood at less than 10,000 km, a first since 2019-20, barely 7,000 km of works were awarded in FY26.The reasons for the fall in performance on these two key parameters in the highway…

Life Style

Shikar Dhawan’s ₹5 crore South Delhi and ₹69 crore Gurgaon homes; a peek into cricketer’s lavish lifestyle

Vamsikrishna4 months ago03 mins mins

Shikhar Dhawan, also known as “Gabbar,” for his fierce and confident batting style, is among India’s most celebrated cricketers. He represented India across formats since his debut in 2010 but his aggressive stroke in ICC tournaments made him famous worldwide. Beyond cricket, he also made headlines for his premium real estate empire, particularly in Delhi…

Education

MOIL releases call letters for Graduate and Management Trainee April 3 exam at moil.nic.in; download here

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MOIL releases call letters for GT and MT recruitment exam scheduled across centres in April Moil admit card 2026: MOIL Limited has issued a notice regarding the download of call letters and information handouts for candidates appearing in the online examination for Graduate Trainees, Management Trainees and Manager (Survey) posts. The examination is scheduled to…

Science

Quote of the day by psychiatrist Viktor Frankl: “Life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of…”

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Viktor Frankl (Image: Wikipedia) People usually imagine that difficult situations are what make life unbearable. It sounds like a reasonable assumption because it matches what most of us see around us. Financial stress weighs people down. Illness changes families. Relationships break. Careers take unexpected turns. Some periods feel unfair even when someone has done everything…

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AI-generated image used for representation NEW DELHI: In world’s largest democracy, election results do not always end the suspense. Sometimes, the real drama begins after the votes are counted — inside the Raj Bhavans.Whenever an assembly election throws up a fractured mandate, the governor takes centrestage and becomes the final arbiter. Political parties rush with letters of support, alliances are stitched overnight, and constitutional debates divide the masses.At the heart of the battle lies one question: Who gets invited first to form the government? The Constitution gives the governor the power to appoint the chief minister under Article 164, but it does not clearly spell out the order in which parties or alliances must be invited. That constitutional grey zone has triggered some of India’s biggest political flashpoints.Numbers test in Tamil NaduOne such flashpoint was in Tamil Nadu recently when people of the state voted for Thalapathy’s ‘vijay’ but the actor-politician’s star performance missed “success” by a whisker.Thalapathy Vijay’s entry into Tamil Nadu’s electoral landscape shook the foundations of Dravidian politics. For nearly six decades, the state had swung between the DMK and the AIADMK. But the 2026 verdict shattered that familiar pattern. Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), barely two years old and contesting its first-ever assembly election, stormed past both Dravidian giants, emerging as the single largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly. The Thalapathy wave was so potent that Tamil Nadu strongman and the then incumbent chief minister MK Stalin failed to even retain his MLA seat.The DMK was pushed down to 59 seats, while the AIADMK slumped to 47. The message from voters was unmistakable: Tamil Nadu wanted change. They did vote for change. But Vijay remained short of the halfway mark of 118 needed to bring about that change on his own.Since Vijay himself had contested and won from two constituencies, the effective strength of the TVK stood at 107. The Congress, with five MLAs, made the first big move. In a dramatic shift, it snapped its 11-year alliance with the DMK and extended support to Vijay. Soon after, the CPM and CPI, with two MLAs each, also backed the TVK from outside. But the numbers still fell short.Then came the rebels and the reluctant allies.AMMK MLA S Kamaraj crossed over to support Vijay’s camp. The VCK and IUML, both initially hesitant despite holding two seats each, eventually joined hands with the TVK after days of suspense-filled negotiations. Only then did Vijay finally gather enough support to cross the majority mark and stake claim to power. The celebrations, that started with the numbers, stopped midway as Vijay started looking for numbers in a hung assembly. The road to Fort St George suddenly became a test not of popularity, but arithmetic. The ball was now in the court of governor Rajendra Arlekar and he wanted to test the numbers. What followed was a week of relentless backroom discussions, persuasion, and political calculations.Raj Bhavan: The final hurdle?The spotlight had now shifted from the cine star to the governor. With a historic verdict and assurance of numbers in hand, Vijay went to the governor hoping to get an invite. But he was asked to show his numbers on paper.Governor Rajendra Arlekar, who was holding additional charge of Tamil Nadu at the time, did not immediately invite Vijay to form the government. The delay triggered intense political and also constitutional debate.The Constitution does not lay down a rigid formula for how governors must exercise their discretionary powers in such situations.Traditionally, governors invite the leader of the single-largest party or a pre-poll alliance capable of proving their majority. But our political history is filled with moments when this constitutional convention collided with the political discretion of the governor, who is often accused of working at the behest of the party ruling at the Centre. (ANI photo)Tamil Nadu in 2026 became the latest chapter in that story.Vijay eventually received the governor’s invitation after all the support letters were in place and the majority was demonstrated in numbers. On May 10 the actor-politician finally took oath as chief minister at Chennai’s Nehru Indoor Stadium becoming the first leader outside the DMK-AIADMK duopoly to occupy the post since 1967.But the number test was still not over. The governor gave him three days to prove his numbers on the floor of the assembly, which he did with ease.The Vijay fever not only swept the masses but also significantly influenced political circles. It went so far that the half-a-century-old party founded by veteran leader MG Ramachandran – AIADMK – split wide open. AIADMK’s current boss and former chief minister Edappadi Palaniswami could not hold back his MLAs, as a large section of the winning chunk emerged as rebels and supported chief minister Vijay in the floor test.For Vijay, it was more than a political victory. It was the climax of a remarkable transition from cinema icon to chief minister. For Tamil Nadu, it marked the collapse of a decades-old political order. And for Indian politics, it was yet another reminder that in democracy, the verdict of the people may decide the destination, but the journey to power can still depend on negotiations, conventions, and the discretion of constitutional offices.What the Constitution saysFormer Lok Sabha secretary general PDT Achary told TOI, “The Governor cannot insist on a floor test before a government is formed. He has the discretionary power to choose any person to form the government. But he should be able to command the majority in the Assembly. The Governor has to judge whether the person he chooses will be able to secure a majority. He can call the leader of the single largest party to form the government provided the Governor is satisfied that he can get a majority in the assembly.”But not everyone agrees on how far those powers extend.Senior advocate and former Delhi HC Bar Association president Kirti Uppal argued that being the single-largest party does not automatically guarantee the first invitation.“There is no constitutional rule or absolute right that the single largest party must be invited first. “Single largest party” is a political convention, not a binding constitutional mandate,” Uppal told TOI. He pointed to Article 163(2), which grants Governors discretionary powers in specific situations.“163(2): If any question arises whether any matter is or is not a matter as respects which the Governor is by or under this Constitution required to act in his discretion, the decision of the governor in his discretion shall be final, and the validity of anything done by the Governor shall not be called in question on the ground that he ought or ought not to have acted in his discretion.”Uppal also defended the use of floor tests as the ultimate democratic check. The governor can order a floor test at any time, whether it is before the government. formation or during the tenure of the ministry. Ultimately, the floor test is considered the supreme democratic method to test the majority of the government on the floor of the house.Senior advocate Kirti UppalHowever, Supreme Court advocate Vivek Narayan Sharma strongly disagreed with the idea of demanding proof of majority before inviting a government to take oath.“The governor cannot insist on a floor test before inviting a party to form the government. A floor test is constitutionally meant to test the majority of a government that has already been appointed, not to determine who gets appointed in the first place,” Sharma told TOI.“The governor’s role at the invitation stage is only prima facie satisfaction, not conclusive adjudication. The Governor may make a prima facie inquiry through letters of support or coalition claims, but cannot insist on a ‘prove majority first, then I will appoint you’ approach as if Raj Bhavan itself were the floor of the House.”Governors vs governments: A history of tussleThat debate is not just theoretical. The instances of friction between governor’s office and elected players are filled up in country’s political history.In Maharashtra in 2019, the state woke up to one of the most dramatic political twists in recent memory. Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari administered an early morning oath to Devendra Fadnavis with support from NCP’s Ajit Pawar. The surprise government collapsed within days after numbers failed to add up.When BJP ally Shiv Sena under Uddhav Thackeray withdrew its support and added up with Congress and other faction of NCP to form their own government.A year earlier in Karnataka, governor Vajubhai Vala invited veteran leader BS Yediyurappa to form the government despite the Congress-JD(S) alliance claiming majority support. The Supreme Court had to step in and order an immediate floor test.In Goa and Manipur in 2017, Congress emerged as the single-largest party, yet Governors invited BJP leaders after post-poll alliances shifted the numbers game.The tension between Governors and elected governments has not remained limited to hung assemblies.In Arunachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand in 2016, political crises spiralled into full-blown constitutional battles involving governors, rebel MLAs and the Centre. In both cases, courts later restored the elected governments.The Article 356 debateAny discussion on the role of governors will be incomplete without a discussion on Article 356. There was a time when this provision of the Constitution was used with impunity to destabilize state governments, especially if they were opposed to the party that ruled at the Centre.Article 356 allows the President’s rule to be imposed in a state if constitutional machinery collapsed. And the basis of this was usually the governor’s report. One of the earliest and most controversial examples came in 1959, when the first-ever elected communist government led by EMS Namboodiripad in Kerala was dismissed.The landmark SR Bommai vs Union of India judgment later imposed major checks on the arbitrary use of Article 356, making floor tests the gold standard for proving majority and opening President’s Rule to judicial review.History is replete with instances when governors have used their discretion to dismiss state governments.Governors’ interference has long been criticised, with critics arguing that since they are appointed by the Centre, they often act in a partisan manner against opposition-ruled states.Yet, every time election results produce a hung verdict, the same political and constitutional questions return. How much discretion should a governor have? Can constitutional authority override political arithmetic? And ultimately, who truly decides the mandate — the assembly floor or Raj Bhavan?About the AuthorAbhishek MishraAbhishek Mishra is a Digital Content Producer at The Times of India, working with the news desk. He writes with a keen eye on foreign policy, defence developments, and the shifting currents of geopolitics-and yes, Indian politics always finds a way onto his radar too.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosHumayun Kabir’s Cow Slaughter Remarks Trigger Political Row Over Qurbani And Law In West BengalUnion Home Minister Amit Shah Calls For Strong Action To End Illegal Infiltration Across BordersMankind Pharma May Raise Condom Prices As Middle East Conflict Pushes Oil Costs Higher | WatchIndian Army Issues Fake Alert Over AAP-RJD’s Viral Presser, Says They Are Spreading MisinformationMuslim Clerics Across India Appeal For Restraint On Cow Sacrifice Ahead Of Eid-al-AdhaOn The Ground Viral ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ sparks buzz in Delhi: Real shift or social media storm?Why Shashi Tharoor Thinks The Viral ‘Cockroach Janata Party’ Reflects India’s Youth AngerPunjab Police Bust Suspected Spy Network; CCTV Camera Allegedly Used To Monitor Army MovementDelhi Government Issues Strict Bakrid Guidelines, Warns Of Criminal Action Over ViolationsVenezuela Overtakes Saudi Arabia As India’s Third-Largest Oil Supplier Amid Global Energy Turmoil123Photostories5 cooling essential oils perfect for stressful summer daysAshish Nehra’s luxurious Goa home is a multi-crore home designed for peaceful family living, away from fast-paced cricketing world5 giant fish that rule the ocean10 subtle mind games people play (And how to spot them)Gym wear to innerwear: How often should you wash your clothesCannes 2026: While others screamed for attention, Diana Penty let butter-yellow elegance do the talking at the French RivieraHow to make Mango Cookie for weekend indulgence5 fiber-rich yellow-colored foods can be the best addition to the daily dietBell Peppers vs Oranges: Which one really gives you more vitamin C?5 sugary drinks that are secretly ruining your skin123Hot PicksBandra demolition driveIPL Schedule 2026Vinesh PhogatUP HeatwaveHardoi fireNID DAT counselling 2026TN Ministers ListTop TrendingTN Finance Minister Marie WilsonNID DAT counsellingChristiano RonaldoPM ModiHardik PandyaJEE Advanced Response SheetIPL Orange Cap 2026Conor McGregor Net WorthNEET UG Paper LeakWest Bengal Annapurna Yojana

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AI-generated image used for representation NEW DELHI: In world’s largest democracy, election results do not always end the suspense. Sometimes, the real drama begins after the votes are counted — inside the Raj Bhavans.Whenever an assembly election throws up a fractured mandate, the governor takes centrestage and becomes the final arbiter. Political parties rush with…

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Ralph Waldo Emerson Quote: Quote of the day for children by Ralph Waldo Emerson: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what…”

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Ralph Waldo Emerson was one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century. Born in 1803 in Boston, Massachusetts, Emerson was an American essayist, philosopher, lecturer and poet who became a leading figure of the transcendentalist movement. His writings encouraged people to trust themselves, think independently and discover the power that lies within every…

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The blaze engulfed a commercial building housing a pet shop, library, and gaming studio LUCKNOW: At least 15 people, most of them student trainees and staff of a gaming and animation studio, were killed and nine others were injured Monday afternoon in a fire that tore through a three-storey commercial building in Lucknow’s Aliganj after a suspected AC short circuit in a pet store and clinic on the ground floor. Six pets trapped in the veterinary section also died in the blaze.Initial reports said a coaching centre was engulfed in the flames. Social media posts also erroneously referred to a coaching centre, based on preliminary information.The victims, all in their 20s, were among 22 people brought out by rescue teams from soot-laced rooms and toilets inside which they had apparently locked themselves to escape the fast-spreading flames. Preliminary forensic findings suggest “highly combustible material” stored in the building, on Usha Mehta Marg in north Lucknow, fed the flames, fire department sources said. AC Short CircuitIn Vet’s ClinicSuspected; FireAlso Kills 6 PetsThick smoke billowing from upper floors was visible from 2km away. A sanitation worker identified as Marzena was the first to raise an alarm around 2.30pm, screaming for everyone to run to safety. The building turned into an inferno in minutes, sealing all escape routes, sources said. First responders described seeing some survivors smashing windowpanes and using a rope to rappel down to safety. “A few jumped from the first and second floors,” a police officer said, quoting a witness. Dr Prem Raj Singh, chief medical superintendent of KGMU, said three of the seven people admitted to the trauma centre were in critical condition.CM Yogi Adityanath cut short his Aligarh visit and returned to Lucknow on hearing about the fire tragedy. He visited KGMU and announced Rs 5 lakh each in compensation to the families of the dead and Rs 50,000 each for the critically injured. “UP govt stands firmly with all the affected families with full sensitivity and commitment,” he said, also ordering a probe within seven days by a two-member SIT. Deathly flamesPM Narendra Modi, too, condoled the deaths and sanctioned Rs 2 lakh in ex gratia to the families that lost a member each in the blaze. Officials said 15 fire engines were deployed to fight the fire, with the first reaching the site within eight minutes of receiving an alert. NDRF and SDRF teams mounted a rescue even as firefighters battled the blaze for over an hour before bringing it under control.Deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak was among the first to reach the site and monitor rescue efforts. DGP Rajeev Krishna, ACS (home) Sanjay Prasad and director general of fire services Sujeet Pandey were also there.The fire-ravaged building had business establishments spread across the basement, ground and two upper floors. The second floor housed Learning Space library and Head Hopper Studio, a gaming and animation firm with a training wing.Also read: Lucknow fire: Building owner among 4 arrested; SIT to submit report in 7 daysGet the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorPathikrit ChakrabortyWhen not covering crime, he reads fiction, roams around the dark alleys of the city in the dead of night. An MA (English Litt) from University of Lucknow, Pathikrit loves to speak French, well at least a smattering of it. He did his graduation in French language. 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The blaze engulfed a commercial building housing a pet shop, library, and gaming studio LUCKNOW: At least 15 people, most of them student trainees and staff of a gaming and animation studio, were killed and nine others were injured Monday afternoon in a fire that tore through a three-storey commercial building in Lucknow’s Aliganj after…

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NEW DELHI: Supreme Court has turned down plea for fresh investigation into the international acquisition and transfer of animals to Vantara (Greens Zoological Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre) at Jamnagar in Gujarat, saying the apex court appointed SIT, headed by retired SC judge J Chelameswar, had already given a clean chit and found no violation of law.A bench of Justices P K Mishra and N V Anjaria said the SIT’s terms of reference were of the widest amplitude, covering every facet of the affairs of Vantara from inception, and nothing wrong was found.”Upon consideration, we are of the clear opinion that none of the directions prayed for can be granted,” the bench said while rejecting the plea.The court did not find merit in the allegation that materials have since emerged in inquiries, investigations or prosecutions in Brazil, the UAE, Uganda, Peru, Malaysia and Venezuela that could have bearing upon international acquisition and transfer of animals. SC said all the issues raised now stood addressed already by the SIT and there is no need for fresh examination.”The process adopted by the SIT was thorough. It held several meetings, conducted site inspections, afforded opportunity to all concerned to submit information and documents, examined the foreign donor zoos and entities,” the court said.SC said the SIT also “called for and considered the responses of CITES Management Authorities of, inter alia, UAE, Venezuela, Democratic Republic of the Congo, etc. and obtained information from all concerned, namely, CBI, ED, DRI, commissioner of customs at Jamnagar, WCCB and district police”. “Notice was issued to complainants, journalists and environmentalists who had published or raised allegations, including those whose reportage the applicant/petitioner now relies upon and each one who appeared before the SIT was heard,” it said.In view of the SIT report, accepted by this court by an order dated Sept 15, 2025, and affirmed by an order March 9, 2026, the respondent “cannot be investigated, inquired into, much less prosecuted, in respect of the transfers therein examined, no direction can be issued to any domestic authority in respect of the specimens so transferred, and the matter cannot be reopened at the instance of any body, global or otherwise,” it said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTechnical Glitch Or Governance Failure: Who Is Accountable For Tourist Safety Disasters?Congress Eyes “Kerala Model” For Karnataka Cabinet Amid Siddaramaiah Exit Buzz“Some People Trying To Misuse CID”: Kunal Ghosh Questions Agency Visit To His HomeSupreme Court Pulls Up NTA Over NEET 2026 Leak | Centre Says PM Modi Supervising Reforms’No Need To Sing Vande Matram In…’ Pinarayi Vijayan Hits out at Centre, BJP After Row In Assembly₹1,000 Crore for Damage Control: The Real Cost of India’s Exam CrisisWhy Japan Banned Indian Mango Shipments, Alphonso & Kesar Exports Face Major Crisis?335 Detainees Held As Bengal Activates Holding Centres Under Detect Delete Deport PolicyCyprus Plans BrahMos Missile Purchase From India, Raising Security Concerns In TurkeySupreme Court Allows Vinesh Phogat To Participate In Asian Games Trials123PhotostoriesMorning affirmation at 5 am: What you say to yourself before sunrise may affect your mood all dayHow to make Mushroom Oats Omelette for summer breakfast5 Snakes that love British gardensBefore Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 7 sports child wonderkids who changed historyMeghan Markle’s favourite summer fashion picks just got a massive price dropFrom ‘National Treasure’ to ‘Longlegs’: Top 5 Nicolas Cage movies you need to watch right nowPoha turns mushy and soggy? 4 common mistakes that people commit and easy fixes7 foods linked to healthy aging and longevityThis is where snakes hide in Australian homesWhy scientists are telling anemic women to drink this juice123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingBenjamin NetanyahuD GukeshVaibhav sooryavanshi IPL auctionPunjab Local Body Election ResultCockroach Janta PartySupreme CourtNEET UG 2026 fee refundBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

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