August 7, 2026
In 1999, a farmer donated 87 acres for a park for just ; today, the land is being sold for a data center in a deal that could bring million to the city and million in tax revenue | World News

In 1999, a farmer donated 87 acres for a park for just $10; today, the land is being sold for a data center in a deal that could bring $10 million to the city and $30 million in tax revenue | World News

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A nearly three-decade-old land donation in Taylor, Texas, has become the subject of a legal dispute after property originally designated for future parkland was sold for a data centre project. The 87.97-acre tract was donated in 1999 for a nominal fee of $10, with deed language stating that it should be held in trust for…

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Updated: Jun 24, 2026, 17:54 IST

Updated: Jun 24, 2026, 17:54 IST

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NEW DELHI: India paddler Manika Batra has warned the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) of legal action if she is not provided with a “factual explanation” for what she alleges to be an arbitrary decision to exclude her from India’s squad for the upcoming Asian Games.The two-time Olympian expressed her intentions on Wednesday, saying…

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to get a separate changing room in England: ECB reveals the reason behind it

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to get a separate changing room in England: ECB reveals the reason behind it

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s rapid rise in cricket continues to grab attention. The 15-year-old batting sensation from Bihar, who recently received his first call-up to the Indian team, is set to travel with the squad for the upcoming white-ball tour of England. If he is picked for the first T20I against…

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Quote of the day by Robert Downey Jr. : “She found me a snarling rescue pet, and loved me back to life. That is why I am here,” when the Iron Man star opened up about love, marriage, and the woman he credits with saving his life.

Quote of the day by Robert Downey Jr. : “She found me a snarling rescue pet, and loved me back to life. That is why I am here,” when the Iron Man star opened up about love, marriage, and the woman he credits with saving his life.

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Accepting his first acting Oscar in 2024, Downey Jr. paid tribute to his wife with the heartfelt words: “She found me a snarling rescue pet, and loved me back to life.”image credit (Robert Downey Jr.) Robert Downey Jr. has always been a man better understood through his actions than his interviews. For years, his comeback…

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Laura Loomer defends Usha Vance, says ‘brown Hindu woman’ gets hate for no reason: ‘I hope SLOTUS never converts’

Laura Loomer defends Usha Vance, says ‘brown Hindu woman’ gets hate for no reason: ‘I hope SLOTUS never converts’

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Laura Loomer (Left) Usha Vance (Right) Far-right political activist Laura Loomer has come to the defence of US second lady Usha Vance, arguing that hate directed at her is because of her Indian heritage and Hindu faith.Loomer’s comments came after a clip from a recent CBS interview featuring Usha Vance and US vice president JD…

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The Alliance, India’s brainchild, was established in 2024 with the aim of conserving seven big cats NEW DELHI: Bangladesh on Wednesday joined the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) as its new member, taking the total count of member countries of this treaty-based global entity to 27.The Alliance, India’s brainchild, was established in 2024 with the aim of conserving seven big cats — tiger, lion, leopard, snow leopard, cheetah, jaguar and puma — in coordination with other countries. Except for jaguar and puma, India is home to five big cats.Besides the founding member India, the countries that have already formally joined the IBCA as its members include Russia, Cambodia, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Armenia, Ethiopia, Mongolia, Rwanda, Angola, Myanmar and Saudi Arabia, among others.Primary objective of the IBCA, headquartered in New Delhi, is to facilitate collaboration and synergy among stakeholders, consolidating successful conservation practices and expertise to achieve the conservation of big cats at a global level.There are 95 big cat range countries having habitats of one or more big cats. While 27 out of these 95 are member countries, five others are part of the Alliance as observers.Announcing Bangladesh’s move on X, the IBCA said, “This important milestone strengthens international cooperation for the conservation of #BigCats and their habitats, and reinforces our shared commitment to safeguarding these iconic species and the ecosystems they inhabit for future generations.”Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.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 MediaVideosAmerica’s Cancer Drug Crisis: How India Could Help Prevent Treatment DisruptionsIndia Set To Restart ₹915 Crore RITES Project Railway Coach Exports To BangladeshAdani Mundra Airport Starts Commercial Operations As First Star Air Flight Lands From GoaNew Book Reveals Trump Rejected Proposal To Send Indian Peacekeepers To UkraineHyderabad Gets ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ As Telangana Renames Road Outside US ConsulateSindhi Community Raises Concerns Over Utilisation Of 200 Kg Silver Donation Made For Ram MandirIndia Hits Back At Pakistan At UN, Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir Is Strictly An Internal MatterMumbai Faces Widespread Waterlogging As Delayed Monsoon Arrival Brings Heavy Rain And DisruptionsAkhilesh Yadav Says BJP Using Mohan Yadav Land Allegations To Prepare Chief Ministerial ChangesIndia-US Partnership Will Shape The Coming Decades, Says US Envoy123PhotostoriesJuly 2026 Hollywood OTT releases: ‘Enola Holmes 3’ to ‘Heartstopper Forever’Psychology says the happiest couples share one unexpected habit; and no, it’s not saying ‘I love you’Psychology says Indian women who love staying at home often share these 11 unique traitsSara Ali Khan gives Princess Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ a 2026 upgrade in front of the British royaltyLove desserts? Psychology says it could say something interesting about your personalityParenting looks completely different here: 5 countries that raise independent kids from an early ageWhat is Snake Soup, does it have venom and reasons why Chinese still consume itMumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat corridor: 5 destinations worth exploring along the routeWhat is FAFO parenting? The viral trend that every Indian parent has already been doing without knowing itMarriage, divorce, dating: Trisha’s honest take on relationships123Hot PicksPunjab police admit cardDevina GahlotDonald Trump avenueMumbai rainsCBSE 12th revaluationBihar school timingsSpanish proverbAfghan proverbPortuguese proverbTop TrendingDelhi Rape MurderUS-Iran WarITR filing 2025-26FIFA World Cup 2026England vs Ghana FIFA World Cup ResultICAI CA Inter May resultLucknow coaching fireGold rate todayWho was Ketan AgarwalMumbai rain

The Alliance, India’s brainchild, was established in 2024 with the aim of conserving seven big cats NEW DELHI: Bangladesh on Wednesday joined the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) as its new member, taking the total count of member countries of this treaty-based global entity to 27.The Alliance, India’s brainchild, was established in 2024 with the aim of conserving seven big cats — tiger, lion, leopard, snow leopard, cheetah, jaguar and puma — in coordination with other countries. Except for jaguar and puma, India is home to five big cats.Besides the founding member India, the countries that have already formally joined the IBCA as its members include Russia, Cambodia, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Armenia, Ethiopia, Mongolia, Rwanda, Angola, Myanmar and Saudi Arabia, among others.Primary objective of the IBCA, headquartered in New Delhi, is to facilitate collaboration and synergy among stakeholders, consolidating successful conservation practices and expertise to achieve the conservation of big cats at a global level.There are 95 big cat range countries having habitats of one or more big cats. While 27 out of these 95 are member countries, five others are part of the Alliance as observers.Announcing Bangladesh’s move on X, the IBCA said, “This important milestone strengthens international cooperation for the conservation of #BigCats and their habitats, and reinforces our shared commitment to safeguarding these iconic species and the ecosystems they inhabit for future generations.”Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.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 MediaVideosAmerica’s Cancer Drug Crisis: How India Could Help Prevent Treatment DisruptionsIndia Set To Restart ₹915 Crore RITES Project Railway Coach Exports To BangladeshAdani Mundra Airport Starts Commercial Operations As First Star Air Flight Lands From GoaNew Book Reveals Trump Rejected Proposal To Send Indian Peacekeepers To UkraineHyderabad Gets ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ As Telangana Renames Road Outside US ConsulateSindhi Community Raises Concerns Over Utilisation Of 200 Kg Silver Donation Made For Ram MandirIndia Hits Back At Pakistan At UN, Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir Is Strictly An Internal MatterMumbai Faces Widespread Waterlogging As Delayed Monsoon Arrival Brings Heavy Rain And DisruptionsAkhilesh Yadav Says BJP Using Mohan Yadav Land Allegations To Prepare Chief Ministerial ChangesIndia-US Partnership Will Shape The Coming Decades, Says US Envoy123PhotostoriesJuly 2026 Hollywood OTT releases: ‘Enola Holmes 3’ to ‘Heartstopper Forever’Psychology says the happiest couples share one unexpected habit; and no, it’s not saying ‘I love you’Psychology says Indian women who love staying at home often share these 11 unique traitsSara Ali Khan gives Princess Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ a 2026 upgrade in front of the British royaltyLove desserts? Psychology says it could say something interesting about your personalityParenting looks completely different here: 5 countries that raise independent kids from an early ageWhat is Snake Soup, does it have venom and reasons why Chinese still consume itMumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat corridor: 5 destinations worth exploring along the routeWhat is FAFO parenting? The viral trend that every Indian parent has already been doing without knowing itMarriage, divorce, dating: Trisha’s honest take on relationships123Hot PicksPunjab police admit cardDevina GahlotDonald Trump avenueMumbai rainsCBSE 12th revaluationBihar school timingsSpanish proverbAfghan proverbPortuguese proverbTop TrendingDelhi Rape MurderUS-Iran WarITR filing 2025-26FIFA World Cup 2026England vs Ghana FIFA World Cup ResultICAI CA Inter May resultLucknow coaching fireGold rate todayWho was Ketan AgarwalMumbai rain

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The Alliance, India’s brainchild, was established in 2024 with the aim of conserving seven big cats NEW DELHI: Bangladesh on Wednesday joined the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) as its new member, taking the total count of member countries of this treaty-based global entity to 27.The Alliance, India’s brainchild, was established in 2024 with the…

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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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ICAI CA May 2026 Foundation result date and time: Scorecards to be released on July 3 at caresults.icai.org

ICAI CA May 2026 Foundation result date and time: Scorecards to be released on July 3 at caresults.icai.org

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ICAI CA May 2026 Foundation result: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the date and time for the declaration of the Chartered Accountants (CA) Foundation May 2026 examination results. Candidates who appeared for the exam will be able to check their results on July 3, 2026, through the official website, icai.nic.in.According…

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Rajinikanth breaks silence on Vijay birthday greeting row, opens up about constant criticism: ‘I already wished him through the call’

Rajinikanth breaks silence on Vijay birthday greeting row, opens up about constant criticism: ‘I already wished him through the call’

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Rajinikanth breaks silence on Vijay birthday greeting row, opens up about constant criticism: ‘I already wished him through the call’ A simple birthday greeting, or rather the absence of one on social media, recently became the subject of intense discussion among fans. When Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay celebrated his 52nd birthday on…

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America’s 89-year-old company Polaroid is ‘warning’ Americans about datacenters; says: Go jump in some water before…

America’s 89-year-old company Polaroid is ‘warning’ Americans about datacenters; says: Go jump in some water before…

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Image credit: X (Twitter) Artificial intelligence (AI) datacentres have faced significant criticism in the US. The latest warning for them came from 89-year-old camera company Polaroid, which has launched a new advertising campaign highlighting concerns over the water consumption of data centres that power AI technologies.The company recently unveiled a billboard at Coney Island Beach…

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British woman fitness coach admits killing footballer, ran him over with car 3 times on icy street

British woman fitness coach admits killing footballer, ran him over with car 3 times on icy street

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British woman fitness coach kills footballer A 26-year-old fitness instructor who drove over an amateur footballer three times after allegedly failing to properly clear ice from her windscreen has admitted causing his death by dangerous driving in Greater Manchester.According to a report by The Sun, Megan Murphy struck 31-year-old Darryl Tomlinson while driving the wrong…

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Jairam Ramesh also launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), calling its members “fraudulent nationalists”. NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh described Jawaharlal Nehru as the finest prime minister India has produced, while naming Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as the country’s best prime minister who never got the opportunity to hold the office.In a wide-ranging interview with news agency PTI, Ramesh also launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), calling its members “fraudulent nationalists”, and labelled Prime Minister Narendra Modi “the master of falsehoods”.During a rapid-fire segment, the Rajya Sabha MP was asked to give one-word responses to a series of questions. When asked to identify India’s best prime minister, he replied, “undoubtedly Jawaharlal Nehru”. On who he considered the best prime minister the country could not have, Ramesh chose Sardar Patel.Asked to pick between his previous ministerial assignments, Ramesh said he preferred his stint as environment minister over rural development minister. He also favoured his role overseeing the Congress party’s communications strategy over serving as an AICC in-charge for any state.When presented with three different descriptions of himself, writer, strategist and environment conservationist, Ramesh said all were part of the same individual.”I enjoyed writing a large number of books in the last 10 years. I enjoyed researching, going to the archives. Topics that had been on my mind that I could write and which I wrote on. So each role is different. I enjoy being an MP, I enjoy raising questions on environment and I enjoy writing,” Ramesh said.The Congress general secretary also reflected on his entry into politics, crediting former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi for encouraging him to join the party full-time.Asked how his political journey began, Ramesh said, “That’s entirely because of Mr. Rajiv Gandhi you know through Mr. Sam Pitroda, we had worked with the then prime minister on technology missions and then Mr. Gandhi lost the election and in 1990 sometime Mr. Pitroda and I had spoken to him and Mr. Gandhi said come and work with us full-time for the party because elections are around the corner.””So that’s how it started and then I continued. So this is my 35th year with the Congress party,” he added.Ramesh said he had previously worked with the Rajiv Gandhi government in the Ministry of Industry and the Planning Commission, before collaborating directly with the then prime minister through Pitroda on technology missions.”So, he (Rajiv) was the inspirational figure and he was the one who encouraged a lot of younger people from non-political backgrounds. I come from a completely non-political background. So he encouraged all this and no doubt that he was the inspiration, the starting point,” Ramesh said.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.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 MediaVideosCong Questions Trade Strategy As India-US Agreement Enters Final Negotiation PhaseAmerica’s Cancer Drug Crisis: How India Could Help Prevent Treatment DisruptionsIndia Set To Restart ₹915 Crore RITES Project Railway Coach Exports To BangladeshAdani Mundra Airport Starts Commercial Operations As First Star Air Flight Lands From GoaNew Book Reveals Trump Rejected Proposal To Send Indian Peacekeepers To UkraineHyderabad Gets ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ As Telangana Renames Road Outside US ConsulateSindhi Community Raises Concerns Over Utilisation Of 200 Kg Silver Donation Made For Ram MandirIndia Hits Back At Pakistan At UN, Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir Is Strictly An Internal MatterMumbai Faces Widespread Waterlogging As Delayed Monsoon Arrival Brings Heavy Rain And DisruptionsAkhilesh Yadav Says BJP Using Mohan Yadav Land Allegations To Prepare Chief Ministerial Changes123PhotostoriesGardening ideas for small balconies: 5 Smart ways to create a green oasis in limited spaceJuly 2026 Hollywood OTT releases: ‘Enola Holmes 3’ to ‘Heartstopper Forever’Psychology says the happiest couples share one unexpected habit; and no, it’s not saying ‘I love you’Psychology says Indian women who love staying at home often share these 11 unique traitsSara Ali Khan gives Princess Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ a 2026 upgrade in front of the British royaltyLove desserts? Psychology says it could say something interesting about your personalityParenting looks completely different here: 5 countries that raise independent kids from an early ageWhat is Snake Soup, does it have venom and reasons why Chinese still consume itMumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat corridor: 5 destinations worth exploring along the routeWhat is FAFO parenting? The viral trend that every Indian parent has already been doing without knowing it123Hot PicksPunjab police admit cardDevina GahlotDonald Trump avenueMumbai rainsCBSE 12th revaluationBihar school timingsSpanish proverbAfghan proverbPortuguese proverbTop TrendingDelhi Rape MurderUS-Iran WarITR filing 2025-26FIFA World Cup 2026England vs Ghana FIFA World Cup ResultICAI CA Inter May resultLucknow coaching fireGold rate todayWho was Ketan AgarwalMumbai rain

Jairam Ramesh also launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), calling its members “fraudulent nationalists”. NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh described Jawaharlal Nehru as the finest prime minister India has produced, while naming Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as the country’s best prime minister who never got the opportunity to hold the office.In a wide-ranging interview with news agency PTI, Ramesh also launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), calling its members “fraudulent nationalists”, and labelled Prime Minister Narendra Modi “the master of falsehoods”.During a rapid-fire segment, the Rajya Sabha MP was asked to give one-word responses to a series of questions. When asked to identify India’s best prime minister, he replied, “undoubtedly Jawaharlal Nehru”. On who he considered the best prime minister the country could not have, Ramesh chose Sardar Patel.Asked to pick between his previous ministerial assignments, Ramesh said he preferred his stint as environment minister over rural development minister. He also favoured his role overseeing the Congress party’s communications strategy over serving as an AICC in-charge for any state.When presented with three different descriptions of himself, writer, strategist and environment conservationist, Ramesh said all were part of the same individual.”I enjoyed writing a large number of books in the last 10 years. I enjoyed researching, going to the archives. Topics that had been on my mind that I could write and which I wrote on. So each role is different. I enjoy being an MP, I enjoy raising questions on environment and I enjoy writing,” Ramesh said.The Congress general secretary also reflected on his entry into politics, crediting former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi for encouraging him to join the party full-time.Asked how his political journey began, Ramesh said, “That’s entirely because of Mr. Rajiv Gandhi you know through Mr. Sam Pitroda, we had worked with the then prime minister on technology missions and then Mr. Gandhi lost the election and in 1990 sometime Mr. Pitroda and I had spoken to him and Mr. Gandhi said come and work with us full-time for the party because elections are around the corner.””So that’s how it started and then I continued. So this is my 35th year with the Congress party,” he added.Ramesh said he had previously worked with the Rajiv Gandhi government in the Ministry of Industry and the Planning Commission, before collaborating directly with the then prime minister through Pitroda on technology missions.”So, he (Rajiv) was the inspirational figure and he was the one who encouraged a lot of younger people from non-political backgrounds. I come from a completely non-political background. So he encouraged all this and no doubt that he was the inspiration, the starting point,” Ramesh said.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.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 MediaVideosCong Questions Trade Strategy As India-US Agreement Enters Final Negotiation PhaseAmerica’s Cancer Drug Crisis: How India Could Help Prevent Treatment DisruptionsIndia Set To Restart ₹915 Crore RITES Project Railway Coach Exports To BangladeshAdani Mundra Airport Starts Commercial Operations As First Star Air Flight Lands From GoaNew Book Reveals Trump Rejected Proposal To Send Indian Peacekeepers To UkraineHyderabad Gets ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ As Telangana Renames Road Outside US ConsulateSindhi Community Raises Concerns Over Utilisation Of 200 Kg Silver Donation Made For Ram MandirIndia Hits Back At Pakistan At UN, Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir Is Strictly An Internal MatterMumbai Faces Widespread Waterlogging As Delayed Monsoon Arrival Brings Heavy Rain And DisruptionsAkhilesh Yadav Says BJP Using Mohan Yadav Land Allegations To Prepare Chief Ministerial Changes123PhotostoriesGardening ideas for small balconies: 5 Smart ways to create a green oasis in limited spaceJuly 2026 Hollywood OTT releases: ‘Enola Holmes 3’ to ‘Heartstopper Forever’Psychology says the happiest couples share one unexpected habit; and no, it’s not saying ‘I love you’Psychology says Indian women who love staying at home often share these 11 unique traitsSara Ali Khan gives Princess Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ a 2026 upgrade in front of the British royaltyLove desserts? Psychology says it could say something interesting about your personalityParenting looks completely different here: 5 countries that raise independent kids from an early ageWhat is Snake Soup, does it have venom and reasons why Chinese still consume itMumbai–Bengaluru Vande Bharat corridor: 5 destinations worth exploring along the routeWhat is FAFO parenting? The viral trend that every Indian parent has already been doing without knowing it123Hot PicksPunjab police admit cardDevina GahlotDonald Trump avenueMumbai rainsCBSE 12th revaluationBihar school timingsSpanish proverbAfghan proverbPortuguese proverbTop TrendingDelhi Rape MurderUS-Iran WarITR filing 2025-26FIFA World Cup 2026England vs Ghana FIFA World Cup ResultICAI CA Inter May resultLucknow coaching fireGold rate todayWho was Ketan AgarwalMumbai rain

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Jairam Ramesh also launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), calling its members “fraudulent nationalists”. NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh described Jawaharlal Nehru as the finest prime minister India has produced, while naming Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as the country’s best prime minister who never got the opportunity to hold the…

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Jun 24, 2026, 17:53 IST

Jun 24, 2026, 17:53 IST

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Argentina’s Lionel Messi during a training session. (AP Photo) Argentina’s FIFA World Cup-winning icon Lionel Messi showed once again that age is just a number, marking his 39th birthday not with a lavish celebration but with an intense workout session in the gym.On Wednesday, Messi turned 39 and stepped into a new chapter of his…

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NEST 2026 result released at nestexam.in: Direct link to check your merit rank here

NEST 2026 result released at nestexam.in: Direct link to check your merit rank here

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The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, and the University of Mumbai–Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS), Mumbai, have declared the National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) 2026 result.Candidates who appeared for the entrance examination can now check their results and merit ranks through the official website,…

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When Prakash Raj mocked ‘Dhurandhar 2’ and took swipe at Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu and Jr NTR: ‘I am far from Dhurandhar, are you too?’

When Prakash Raj mocked ‘Dhurandhar 2’ and took swipe at Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu and Jr NTR: ‘I am far from Dhurandhar, are you too?’

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When Prakash Raj mocked ‘Dhurandhar 2’ and took swipe at Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu and Jr NTR: ‘I am far from Dhurandhar, are you too?’ As actor Prakash Raj finds himself back in the headlines after a Bengaluru court reportedly issued a non-bailable warrant against him in a voter registration-related case, an old controversy involving…

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Builder used homebuyer’s money as interest-free capital for 10 years, consumer commission orders Rs 5.25 lakh refund

Builder used homebuyer’s money as interest-free capital for 10 years, consumer commission orders Rs 5.25 lakh refund

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NEW DELHI: A consumer commission in Hoshiarpur has directed a builder and a housing society to refund Rs 5.25 lakh to a software engineer after finding that they collected money for a housing project that remained only on paper for over a decade.What was the issue?Jagpreet Singh Tamber, a software engineer from Punjab, applied for…

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Sharjah announces new parking timings, paid hours extended to midnight from July 1 | World News

Sharjah announces new parking timings, paid hours extended to midnight from July 1 | World News

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Sharjah extends parking timings to 8am–12am From July 1 Sharjah to extend paid public parking hours across the emirate starting July 1, with fees applying until midnight, Sharjah Municipality announced. The new timings will cover Sharjah city, Kalba, Khorfakkan and Al Dhaid, with parking charges running daily from 8am to 12am.The change standardises operating hours…

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Akhilesh claimed the allegations against Mohan Yadav were aimed at paving the way for leadership changes in BJP-ruled states (File photo) NEW DELHI: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged that the controversy surrounding allegations of large-scale land purchases linked to Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav’s family is part of a wider Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) strategy to replace several of its chief ministers, including Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath.Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Akhilesh claimed the allegations against Mohan Yadav were aimed at paving the way for leadership changes in BJP-ruled states.”The BJP has hatched a conspiracy to defame Mohan Yadav. If these allegations are against Mohan Yadav, then the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh has acquired 300-600 acres of land. This is nothing new. He used to work in real estate earlier. Does the BJP not know this? These allegations are being made because the BJP is looking for a way to change three Chief Ministers. They want to change the Chief Ministers, hence making allegations,” Akhilesh said.He further claimed, “They want to remove the Chief Ministers of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. They are removing these two because they want to remove the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. This is a conspiracy to remove them.”Referring to the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Akhilesh said the Samajwadi Party would return to power and that the current chief minister would be “automatically removed”.Land controversy sparks political battleAkhilesh’s remarks came amid a political storm over allegations that Mohan Yadav and his family acquired large tracts of land after he became chief minister in December 2023.Citing a report by a national daily, Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Jitu Patwari sought a probe by a sitting Supreme Court judge and questioned how the chief minister’s family’s land holdings allegedly increased from 100 acres to 335 acres after he took office. Patwari claimed that Yadav and his family purchased at least 137 plots covering 168 acres, valued at around Rs 45 crore, largely in areas linked to planned infrastructure projects and land-use changes.”The media reports that have surfaced are extremely worrying. The chief minister is not just an individual; he represents the entire state. Therefore, if such serious allegations are made against him, it will be a grave matter. The dignity of the state is hurt,” Patwari told PTI Videos.BJP rejects charges, Rajbhar targets AkhileshThe BJP has strongly rejected the allegations. Madhya Pradesh BJP president Hemant Khandelwal described them as “completely baseless” and accused Congress of targeting leaders from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) community.He maintained that land declared in Mohan Yadav’s 2023 election affidavit remains unchanged and argued that all properties cited by the opposition existed before the implementation of the Ujjain master plan.Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar hit back at Akhilesh, accusing him of trying to divert attention from alleged links between Samajwadi Party leaders and land investments in Madhya Pradesh. In a lengthy post on X, Rajbhar alleged that an IAS officer connected to senior SP figures had facilitated investments in land along proposed highway corridors and called for an investigation into what he described as “white-collar investments” linked to the party.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.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. 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Akhilesh claimed the allegations against Mohan Yadav were aimed at paving the way for leadership changes in BJP-ruled states (File photo) NEW DELHI: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged that the controversy surrounding allegations of large-scale land purchases linked to Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav’s family is part of a wider Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) strategy to replace several of its chief ministers, including Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath.Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Akhilesh claimed the allegations against Mohan Yadav were aimed at paving the way for leadership changes in BJP-ruled states.”The BJP has hatched a conspiracy to defame Mohan Yadav. If these allegations are against Mohan Yadav, then the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh has acquired 300-600 acres of land. This is nothing new. He used to work in real estate earlier. Does the BJP not know this? These allegations are being made because the BJP is looking for a way to change three Chief Ministers. They want to change the Chief Ministers, hence making allegations,” Akhilesh said.He further claimed, “They want to remove the Chief Ministers of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. They are removing these two because they want to remove the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. This is a conspiracy to remove them.”Referring to the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Akhilesh said the Samajwadi Party would return to power and that the current chief minister would be “automatically removed”.Land controversy sparks political battleAkhilesh’s remarks came amid a political storm over allegations that Mohan Yadav and his family acquired large tracts of land after he became chief minister in December 2023.Citing a report by a national daily, Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Jitu Patwari sought a probe by a sitting Supreme Court judge and questioned how the chief minister’s family’s land holdings allegedly increased from 100 acres to 335 acres after he took office. Patwari claimed that Yadav and his family purchased at least 137 plots covering 168 acres, valued at around Rs 45 crore, largely in areas linked to planned infrastructure projects and land-use changes.”The media reports that have surfaced are extremely worrying. The chief minister is not just an individual; he represents the entire state. Therefore, if such serious allegations are made against him, it will be a grave matter. The dignity of the state is hurt,” Patwari told PTI Videos.BJP rejects charges, Rajbhar targets AkhileshThe BJP has strongly rejected the allegations. Madhya Pradesh BJP president Hemant Khandelwal described them as “completely baseless” and accused Congress of targeting leaders from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) community.He maintained that land declared in Mohan Yadav’s 2023 election affidavit remains unchanged and argued that all properties cited by the opposition existed before the implementation of the Ujjain master plan.Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar hit back at Akhilesh, accusing him of trying to divert attention from alleged links between Samajwadi Party leaders and land investments in Madhya Pradesh. In a lengthy post on X, Rajbhar alleged that an IAS officer connected to senior SP figures had facilitated investments in land along proposed highway corridors and called for an investigation into what he described as “white-collar investments” linked to the party.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.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 MediaVideosAmerica’s Cancer Drug Crisis: How India Could Help Prevent Treatment DisruptionsIndia Set To Restart ₹915 Crore RITES Project Railway Coach Exports To BangladeshAdani Mundra Airport Starts Commercial Operations As First Star Air Flight Lands From GoaNew Book Reveals Trump Rejected Proposal To Send Indian Peacekeepers To UkraineHyderabad Gets ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ As Telangana Renames Road Outside US ConsulateSindhi Community Raises Concerns Over Utilisation Of 200 Kg Silver Donation Made For Ram MandirIndia Hits Back At Pakistan At UN, Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir Is Strictly An Internal MatterMumbai Faces Widespread Waterlogging As Delayed Monsoon Arrival Brings Heavy Rain And DisruptionsAkhilesh Yadav Says BJP Using Mohan Yadav Land Allegations To Prepare Chief Ministerial ChangesIndia-US Partnership Will Shape The Coming Decades, Says US Envoy123PhotostoriesJuly 2026 Hollywood OTT releases: ‘Enola Holmes 3’ to ‘Heartstopper Forever’Psychology says the happiest couples share one unexpected habit; and no, it’s not saying ‘I love you’Psychology says Indian women who love staying at home often share these 11 unique traitsSara Ali Khan gives Princess Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ a 2026 upgrade in front of the British royaltyLove desserts? 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Akhilesh claimed the allegations against Mohan Yadav were aimed at paving the way for leadership changes in BJP-ruled states (File photo) NEW DELHI: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged that the controversy surrounding allegations of large-scale land purchases linked to Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav’s family is part of a wider Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)…

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