July 15, 2026
‘Dhurandhar’ star R Madhavan on why CEOs play golf: ‘The only game in the world where you are competing with yourself’

‘Dhurandhar’ star R Madhavan on why CEOs play golf: ‘The only game in the world where you are competing with yourself’

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Bollywood star R Madhavan reveals how golf profoundly shaped his acting mindset, fostering focus and discipline. He explains the sport’s unique ability to cultivate self-competition and composure, mirroring the concentration required on set. Madhavan also shared insights on why golf attracts successful individuals, highlighting its role in building character, patience, and emotional control under pressure….

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Kid Rock delivers unusual Memorial Day speech from inside Pentagon as friendship with Pete Hegseth comes into spotlight

Kid Rock delivers unusual Memorial Day speech from inside Pentagon as friendship with Pete Hegseth comes into spotlight

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Kid Rock delivered an unusual Memorial Day message from inside the Pentagon this week, appearing behind an official Defence Department podium in sunglasses, a hoodie and a thick chain as he paid tribute to fallen US service members.The video message was released by the department of defence. Kid Rock is also friends with defence secretary…

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The Delhi High Court has issued notices to a retired IAS officer and digital platforms in a defamation suit filed by former J&K Chief Secretary Arun Kumar Mehta. Mehta disputes allegations of a “Jal Jeevan Mission scam” made by Ashok Kumar Parmar, citing a lack of documentary evidence and contradicting official inquiries. Representative image NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court has issued notices to retired IAS officer Ashok Kumar Parmar and several digital platforms in a defamation suit filed by former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Secretary Arun Kumar Mehta over Parmar’s public allegations of corruption relating to Jal Jeevan Mission implementation in the Union territory. The Rs 2.55 crore civil defamation suit disputes claims by Parmar, who was principal secretary in J&K in charge of Jal Jeevan Mission in 2022, of a “Jal Jeevan Mission scam,” in which he had cited figures ranging from Rs 1,000 crore to Rs 14, 000 crore, without backing these with any documents. He had sought to link the purported irregularities to Mehta, who as then chief secretary was his boss. Parmar claimed to have written to various agencies, including the CBI, the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, and the Bureau of Public Enterprises, J&,K regarding the alleged scam. He even shared information regarding these purported letters with the media. Four news websites that published his allegations have also been named as defendants in the defamation case filed by Mehta.RTI queries filed by Mehta with the CBI, the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, and the Bureau of Public Enterprises, J&K, elicited replies from each denying the receipt of any complaint from Parmar.According to Mehta’s plaint, every institutional check has contradicted the allegations made by Parmar. The Anti-Corruption Bureau of J&K examined all claims and found none substantiated, reporting no departures from procedure in tendering, execution, payments, or supervision. An RTI response from the Jal Shakti Department too did not confirm any irregularity on record.The plaint states that a large-scale scam was structurally impossible under the digital governance architecture introduced in J&K, which includes BEAMS for real-time financial transparency, end-to-end e-Tendering, PaySys for digital payments, PROOF for geo-tagged photo verification, mandatory physical checks, and public dashboards — all of which generate a continuous audit trail. It further notes that the chief secretary has no role in contract approvals, which are handled exclusively by contract committees.Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav has issued notice to all defendants and listed the matter for February 3, 2026, when arguments on Mehta’s plea for an interim injunction will be heard. The court will next examine the evidentiary foundation of the allegations and the claim of reputational harm.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosHow Russia May Open Central Asia For India As West Pushes Harder: Kugelman Explains The Power ShiftAviation Meltdown Escalates As IndiGo Cancels 400 Flights And Government Enforces Fare ControlsUS Singer Calls PM Modi World’s Top Leader, Warns Washington To Recalibrate Its India Strategy FastEx-Pentagon Official Says Asim Munir Must Be Arrested As He Slams US Policy, Calls For India ApologyAfter Rajnath’s Babri Remark, Sonia Targets BJP In Fiery Counterattack Over Maligning Nehru LegacyMurshidabad Tense as Humayun Kabir Faces Heat Over ‘Babri Masjid’ Foundation and Heavy DeploymentEx-Pentagon Official Credits Trump For India-Russia Bonhomie, Calls His India Policy HypocriticalShashi Tharoor’s Presence At Putin Dinner Sparks Congress Outrage Over Rahul, Kharge Missing Invite’Grow Together’: In Parting Speech, Putin Adopts PM Modi’s ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ Mantra”Next Year in Russia…” Deputy PM Manturov Urges Indian Companies to Expand Bilateral Trade123PhotostoriesWant toned thighs? 7 workouts that work wonders on heavy thighsMaharashtra’s bold transformation drive: Dombivli rises with next-gen sports arenas and iconic civic projectsPumpkin health benefits: Why this humble veggie is a perfect winter superfoodFun Christmas traditions to make your holiday season extra special7 adorable cat breeds that will steal your heart in seconds!‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’, ‘Highway’, ‘Kedarnath’: Movies that will inspire your next mountain getawaySonam Kapoor stuns in double Banarasi Kadhwa border saree: Is this the most iconic pregnancy saree look ever?IndiGo Flight Chaos at IGI: Family Stranded, Terminals Jammed, Passengers Wait Hours, Fares Surge, No Clear UpdatesWhat is the Portfolio diet, what does it comprise and how it helps the heart8 quick, high-protein breakfasts as recommended by a top gastroenterologist123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingDelhi Student MurderDelhi Airport AdvisoryIndigo Flight CancellationCandace OwensAryna Sabalenka Net WorthHow to get danny Phantom in FortniteTravis KelceJohn Cena FinalJEE Advanced Exam DateDDA RecruitmentExam Schedule

The Delhi High Court has issued notices to a retired IAS officer and digital platforms in a defamation suit filed by former J&K Chief Secretary Arun Kumar Mehta. Mehta disputes allegations of a “Jal Jeevan Mission scam” made by Ashok Kumar Parmar, citing a lack of documentary evidence and contradicting official inquiries. Representative image NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court has issued notices to retired IAS officer Ashok Kumar Parmar and several digital platforms in a defamation suit filed by former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Secretary Arun Kumar Mehta over Parmar’s public allegations of corruption relating to Jal Jeevan Mission implementation in the Union territory. The Rs 2.55 crore civil defamation suit disputes claims by Parmar, who was principal secretary in J&K in charge of Jal Jeevan Mission in 2022, of a “Jal Jeevan Mission scam,” in which he had cited figures ranging from Rs 1,000 crore to Rs 14, 000 crore, without backing these with any documents. He had sought to link the purported irregularities to Mehta, who as then chief secretary was his boss. Parmar claimed to have written to various agencies, including the CBI, the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, and the Bureau of Public Enterprises, J&,K regarding the alleged scam. He even shared information regarding these purported letters with the media. Four news websites that published his allegations have also been named as defendants in the defamation case filed by Mehta.RTI queries filed by Mehta with the CBI, the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, and the Bureau of Public Enterprises, J&K, elicited replies from each denying the receipt of any complaint from Parmar.According to Mehta’s plaint, every institutional check has contradicted the allegations made by Parmar. The Anti-Corruption Bureau of J&K examined all claims and found none substantiated, reporting no departures from procedure in tendering, execution, payments, or supervision. An RTI response from the Jal Shakti Department too did not confirm any irregularity on record.The plaint states that a large-scale scam was structurally impossible under the digital governance architecture introduced in J&K, which includes BEAMS for real-time financial transparency, end-to-end e-Tendering, PaySys for digital payments, PROOF for geo-tagged photo verification, mandatory physical checks, and public dashboards — all of which generate a continuous audit trail. It further notes that the chief secretary has no role in contract approvals, which are handled exclusively by contract committees.Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav has issued notice to all defendants and listed the matter for February 3, 2026, when arguments on Mehta’s plea for an interim injunction will be heard. The court will next examine the evidentiary foundation of the allegations and the claim of reputational harm.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosHow Russia May Open Central Asia For India As West Pushes Harder: Kugelman Explains The Power ShiftAviation Meltdown Escalates As IndiGo Cancels 400 Flights And Government Enforces Fare ControlsUS Singer Calls PM Modi World’s Top Leader, Warns Washington To Recalibrate Its India Strategy FastEx-Pentagon Official Says Asim Munir Must Be Arrested As He Slams US Policy, Calls For India ApologyAfter Rajnath’s Babri Remark, Sonia Targets BJP In Fiery Counterattack Over Maligning Nehru LegacyMurshidabad Tense as Humayun Kabir Faces Heat Over ‘Babri Masjid’ Foundation and Heavy DeploymentEx-Pentagon Official Credits Trump For India-Russia Bonhomie, Calls His India Policy HypocriticalShashi Tharoor’s Presence At Putin Dinner Sparks Congress Outrage Over Rahul, Kharge Missing Invite’Grow Together’: In Parting Speech, Putin Adopts PM Modi’s ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ Mantra”Next Year in Russia…” Deputy PM Manturov Urges Indian Companies to Expand Bilateral Trade123PhotostoriesWant toned thighs? 7 workouts that work wonders on heavy thighsMaharashtra’s bold transformation drive: Dombivli rises with next-gen sports arenas and iconic civic projectsPumpkin health benefits: Why this humble veggie is a perfect winter superfoodFun Christmas traditions to make your holiday season extra special7 adorable cat breeds that will steal your heart in seconds!‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’, ‘Highway’, ‘Kedarnath’: Movies that will inspire your next mountain getawaySonam Kapoor stuns in double Banarasi Kadhwa border saree: Is this the most iconic pregnancy saree look ever?IndiGo Flight Chaos at IGI: Family Stranded, Terminals Jammed, Passengers Wait Hours, Fares Surge, No Clear UpdatesWhat is the Portfolio diet, what does it comprise and how it helps the heart8 quick, high-protein breakfasts as recommended by a top gastroenterologist123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingDelhi Student MurderDelhi Airport AdvisoryIndigo Flight CancellationCandace OwensAryna Sabalenka Net WorthHow to get danny Phantom in FortniteTravis KelceJohn Cena FinalJEE Advanced Exam DateDDA RecruitmentExam Schedule

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NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court has issued notices to retired IAS officer Ashok Kumar Parmar and several digital platforms in a defamation suit filed by former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Secretary Arun Kumar Mehta over Parmar’s public allegations of corruption relating to Jal Jeevan Mission implementation in the Union territory. The Rs 2.55 crore…

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Suryadatta Institute of Scientific Research survey: Teens want Smart, not excessive, screen

Suryadatta Institute of Scientific Research survey: Teens want Smart, not excessive, screen

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Suryadatta Institute of Scientific Research Survey Pune: A new survey by the Suryadatta Education Foundation’s Suryadatta Institute of Scientific Research has found that while teenagers are increasingly dependent on mobile phones for learning and information, many are simultaneously worried about the distractions caused by excessive screen time. The large-scale study, conducted among 2,700 students aged…

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‘Salman Khan would hurl abuses, shout under his ex-girlfriend’s building’: Raju Shreshtha on Salman’s past, stress during blackbuck case

‘Salman Khan would hurl abuses, shout under his ex-girlfriend’s building’: Raju Shreshtha on Salman’s past, stress during blackbuck case

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Salman Khan’s long-time friend and actor Raju Shreshtha, popularly known as Master Raju, has spoken candidly about the superstar’s emotional nature, recalling incidents where Salman would lose control, shout in public, and struggle under immense stress during the 1998 blackbuck poaching case. Sharing insights from decades of friendship, Raju said Salman has always been driven…

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Jun 24, 2026, 18:08 IST

Jun 24, 2026, 18:08 IST

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NEW DELHI: There are footballers who shine brightly for a few years. Then there is Lionel Messi, a player who has spent more than two decades redefining what longevity in sport looks like.As the Argentine icon celebrated his 39th birthday during the FIFA World Cup 2026, he did so not as a fading legend making…

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‘Dynamite’ diplomacy: Japan’s Takaichi, South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung in K-pop drum battle— watch

‘Dynamite’ diplomacy: Japan’s Takaichi, South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung in K-pop drum battle— watch

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung shared a unique diplomatic moment, drumming to K-pop hits like BTS’s ‘Dynamite’ and ‘Golden’ from ‘K-pop Demon Hunters’ in Nara. The leaders expressed optimism for bilateral ties, with President Myung noting they “shared harmony atop our individual rhythms.” The summit aimed to strengthen…

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7 modern ceiling styles that add value to residential spaces

7 modern ceiling styles that add value to residential spaces

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Geometric ceiling patterns are increasingly popular in contemporary homes. These designs use shapes, lines, and layered forms to create a modern visual statement. Whether achieved through gypsum panels, wooden elements, or decorative mouldings, geometric ceilings add personality and artistic appeal while enhancing the overall design character of the space. Modern ceiling designs serve both aesthetic…

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Hyderabad firm linked to CBSE row under probe at Nagpur University

Hyderabad firm linked to CBSE row under probe at Nagpur University

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NAGPUR: Hyderabad-based private company COEMPT Edu Teck Pvt Ltd, which is at the centre of CBSE on-screen marking (OSM) controversy, is also facing allegations of marksheet blunders, exam glitches and fake documentation at Nagpur University, where more than 3.17 lakh students have been affected since the firm took over examination operations.The company secured a three-year…

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Gold, silver price prediction: Will gold hit Rs 1.65 lakh/10 grams & silver rise to Rs 2.85 lakh per kg? Check outlook

Gold, silver price prediction: Will gold hit Rs 1.65 lakh/10 grams & silver rise to Rs 2.85 lakh per kg? Check outlook

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MCX Gold is holding within a consolidation phase, maintaining its sideways to bullish bias on the weekly chart. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction today: The base trendline for MCX Gold, and MCX Silver remains bullish according to Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group. MCX Gold Price Outlook MCX…

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‘Everybody hates you now’: Donald Trump spars with Netanyahu over Israeli strikes on Lebanon

‘Everybody hates you now’: Donald Trump spars with Netanyahu over Israeli strikes on Lebanon

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US President Donald Trump lashed out at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call on Monday over Israel’s escalation in Lebanon, two US officials and a third source told Axios.This comes as Iran threatened to suspend negotiations with the US over Israel’s actions in Lebanon. According to US official, Trump called Netanyahu “crazy”…

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