May 19, 2026
Meet Bittu Tabahi: The Indian boy who single-handedly cleaned the heavily polluted Ajnar river |

Meet Bittu Tabahi: The Indian boy who single-handedly cleaned the heavily polluted Ajnar river |

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Bittu Tabahi, a 20-year-old from Madhya Pradesh, single-handedly cleaned the Ajnar River. He began this solo mission on Republic Day, removing vast amounts of garbage and algae. Initially facing skepticism online, his efforts were amplified by industrialist Anand Mahindra. Bittu’s dedication has transformed the river, inspiring many to join such causes. We all know that…

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Hidden gold treasure found inside 1300-year-old Buddha statue in Thailand shocks archaeologists | World News

Hidden gold treasure found inside 1300-year-old Buddha statue in Thailand shocks archaeologists | World News

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Archaeologists in Thailand have reportedly discovered something unusual in an ancient Buddha statue that is said to be centuries old. What seemed like an ordinary historical artefact was found to have a secret collection of gold items within its composition. The discovery is said to be associated with historical religious activities in Thailand.From initial reports…

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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated a Rs 3,300 crore semiconductor plant by Kaynes Technology at Sanand GIDC in Ahmedabad, marking the second such facility in the country taking forward semiconductor manufacturing plans.The plant is part of the semiconductor mission and is expected to strengthen domestic chip production capacity. Speaking at the event PM Modi asserted India’s broader ambitions in the sector, saying the country is positioning itself as a reliable player in the global semiconductor supply chain. He added that India is not just witnessing global changes but is preparing to lead them, and pointed to the launch of Semiconductor Mission 2 in the latest budget to boost self-reliance across production sectors, according to PTI. “India of 21st century not merely witness to change, but is moving forward with resolve to lead that change. We launched Semiconductor Mission 2 in last budget to make India self-reliant in every sector of its production,” PM said. The Prime Minister also said India’s decision to join the Pax Silica initiative would help strengthen access to critical minerals essential for semiconductor manufacturing, according to PTI.According to Gujarat science and technology minister Arjun Modhwadia, the facility will manufacture over 7 lakh chips per day. Speaking ahead of the launch on Monday, he said, “In the semiconductor manufacturing chain, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will tomorrow inaugurate a Rs 3,300 crore Kaynes Semicon plant in Sanand. This will be the second plant in the series, and the facility will manufacture more than 7 lakh chips per day.”He added, “With this second unit, we are entering the era of this futuristic industry. The USP of the Prime Minister has been his ability to turn challenges into opportunities,” he told ANI.The inauguration comes weeks after PM Modi launched the Micron semiconductor plant in February. Referring to the pace of that project, he said, “The MoU for this facility was signed in June 2023, the foundation stone was laid in September, and by February 2026, commercial production had already begun. Even in developed countries, such approvals and processes take years, but India has completed this seemingly impossible task in just 900 days. When intentions are clear, and dedication is towards rapid national development, policies become decisive, and decisions gain momentum naturally,” reported ANI. Earlier in the day, Modi also inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. Named after Samrat Samprati, the grandson of Ashoka, the museum focuses on the historical and cultural legacy of Jainism.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’I Want To See India A Super Power By…’: Ex-Tennis Star Leander Paes Joins BJP Before Bengal PollsFrom Naxal Charge To Owaisi Praise: Shah’s Top 7 Shock MomentsUS Strike At Mashhad Airport Hits India-Bound Mahar Air Flight, Iran Calls It Violation Of LawStampede Horror At Nalanda’s Sheetla Temple Amid Big Rush, Multiple Casualties Feared In BiharWhen Art Crosses The Line: Pink Elephant’s Death After Russian Artist’s Viral Photoshoot Sparks Row’Best Of Luck’: Ex-RAW Chief Vikram Sood Warns Of War’s Impact As India Walks Diplomatic Tightrope10 India-Bound Ships Stuck In Persian Gulf Trigger Major Energy Concerns’Sonia, Rahul’s Communist Advisors’: Kangana Ranaut Launches Attack On Congress, Lauds PM ModiAmit Shah Flags Russia-China Influence During CPI, CPI(M) Formation; Slams Bhagat Singh ComparisonCensus Goes Fully Digital: How India Will Count Its Population With Apps, Data And Self-Entry123PhotostoriesScenes of panic: How sudden rush triggered stampede at Bihar temple; 8 dead10 essential soft skills you’re never taught — But need to succeed in lifeSummer Diet: How to make desi Watermelon Rice that impressed Chef Marco Pierre WhiteSummer Holidays: 6 Places every parent should take their kidsIndia’s rarest state birds – places you can still see themWhy your body is no longer responding to exercise: Hidden causes of exercise slump and how to break through them effectivelyForget summer coolers & energy drinks: 6 desi foods farmers eat and drink to survive extreme heat in the fieldFrom a massive living room to an expensive art collection, jacuzzi and more: Krishna Shroff’s opulent Mumbai houseHow to know if someone likes you (especially virtually): 5 subtle signs you can’t miss7 structural marvels of India that define architectural excellence123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingIPL Match TodayRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaPakistan terror groupsBank Holiday this week

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated a Rs 3,300 crore semiconductor plant by Kaynes Technology at Sanand GIDC in Ahmedabad, marking the second such facility in the country taking forward semiconductor manufacturing plans.The plant is part of the semiconductor mission and is expected to strengthen domestic chip production capacity. Speaking at the event PM Modi asserted India’s broader ambitions in the sector, saying the country is positioning itself as a reliable player in the global semiconductor supply chain. He added that India is not just witnessing global changes but is preparing to lead them, and pointed to the launch of Semiconductor Mission 2 in the latest budget to boost self-reliance across production sectors, according to PTI. “India of 21st century not merely witness to change, but is moving forward with resolve to lead that change. We launched Semiconductor Mission 2 in last budget to make India self-reliant in every sector of its production,” PM said. The Prime Minister also said India’s decision to join the Pax Silica initiative would help strengthen access to critical minerals essential for semiconductor manufacturing, according to PTI.According to Gujarat science and technology minister Arjun Modhwadia, the facility will manufacture over 7 lakh chips per day. Speaking ahead of the launch on Monday, he said, “In the semiconductor manufacturing chain, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will tomorrow inaugurate a Rs 3,300 crore Kaynes Semicon plant in Sanand. This will be the second plant in the series, and the facility will manufacture more than 7 lakh chips per day.”He added, “With this second unit, we are entering the era of this futuristic industry. The USP of the Prime Minister has been his ability to turn challenges into opportunities,” he told ANI.The inauguration comes weeks after PM Modi launched the Micron semiconductor plant in February. Referring to the pace of that project, he said, “The MoU for this facility was signed in June 2023, the foundation stone was laid in September, and by February 2026, commercial production had already begun. Even in developed countries, such approvals and processes take years, but India has completed this seemingly impossible task in just 900 days. When intentions are clear, and dedication is towards rapid national development, policies become decisive, and decisions gain momentum naturally,” reported ANI. Earlier in the day, Modi also inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. Named after Samrat Samprati, the grandson of Ashoka, the museum focuses on the historical and cultural legacy of Jainism.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’I Want To See India A Super Power By…’: Ex-Tennis Star Leander Paes Joins BJP Before Bengal PollsFrom Naxal Charge To Owaisi Praise: Shah’s Top 7 Shock MomentsUS Strike At Mashhad Airport Hits India-Bound Mahar Air Flight, Iran Calls It Violation Of LawStampede Horror At Nalanda’s Sheetla Temple Amid Big Rush, Multiple Casualties Feared In BiharWhen Art Crosses The Line: Pink Elephant’s Death After Russian Artist’s Viral Photoshoot Sparks Row’Best Of Luck’: Ex-RAW Chief Vikram Sood Warns Of War’s Impact As India Walks Diplomatic Tightrope10 India-Bound Ships Stuck In Persian Gulf Trigger Major Energy Concerns’Sonia, Rahul’s Communist Advisors’: Kangana Ranaut Launches Attack On Congress, Lauds PM ModiAmit Shah Flags Russia-China Influence During CPI, CPI(M) Formation; Slams Bhagat Singh ComparisonCensus Goes Fully Digital: How India Will Count Its Population With Apps, Data And Self-Entry123PhotostoriesScenes of panic: How sudden rush triggered stampede at Bihar temple; 8 dead10 essential soft skills you’re never taught — But need to succeed in lifeSummer Diet: How to make desi Watermelon Rice that impressed Chef Marco Pierre WhiteSummer Holidays: 6 Places every parent should take their kidsIndia’s rarest state birds – places you can still see themWhy your body is no longer responding to exercise: Hidden causes of exercise slump and how to break through them effectivelyForget summer coolers & energy drinks: 6 desi foods farmers eat and drink to survive extreme heat in the fieldFrom a massive living room to an expensive art collection, jacuzzi and more: Krishna Shroff’s opulent Mumbai houseHow to know if someone likes you (especially virtually): 5 subtle signs you can’t miss7 structural marvels of India that define architectural excellence123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingIPL Match TodayRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaPakistan terror groupsBank Holiday this week

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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated a Rs 3,300 crore semiconductor plant by Kaynes Technology at Sanand GIDC in Ahmedabad, marking the second such facility in the country taking forward semiconductor manufacturing plans.The plant is part of the semiconductor mission and is expected to strengthen domestic chip production capacity. Speaking at the…

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‘I’ll quit when I’m bored’: Shami on retirement despite repeated India snubs | Cricket News

‘I’ll quit when I’m bored’: Shami on retirement despite repeated India snubs | Cricket News

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Mohammed Shami (Pic credit: LSG) NEW DELHI: Veteran India pacer Mohammed Shami has made it clear that retirement is far from his mind, insisting he will only step away from international cricket the day he feels “bored” — not because of age, selection snubs, or injuries.The 35-year-old, who last played for India during their triumphant…

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IP University extends admissions deadline for CET and merit programmes to April 11

IP University extends admissions deadline for CET and merit programmes to April 11

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IP University extends CET and merit admissions deadline to April 11 after applicant requests NEW DELHI: Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University has announced an extension of the last date for the submission of online application forms for admission into the university’s various programs. The announcement is for National Level Tests, Common Entrance Tests, and Merit-based…

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Not Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna or Rakesh Bedi, but THIS actor is the most satisfying casting of ‘Dhurandhar’ for Mukesh Chhabra

Not Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna or Rakesh Bedi, but THIS actor is the most satisfying casting of ‘Dhurandhar’ for Mukesh Chhabra

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Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar’ franchise as been the talk of the town, not just because of its huge box office numbers and the record-breaking spree which the film is on, but fans are now making theories and memes. Both ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Dhurandhar 2’ have been dominating conversations on the internet and surprisingly, it’s not just one…

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Reporters protest as Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan answers select queries

Reporters protest as Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan answers select queries

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THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan again chastised the media when a section of reporters questioned the propriety of his leaving a news conference venue in Kollam after answering a set of questions raised by the representatives of CPM-run media organizations on Monday.The chief minister’s media interaction ended on a sour note when Vijayan refused to…

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Representative image Every fall, a familiar ritual plays out in living rooms across the world. Parents hover over their teenagers’ shoulders, tracking application portals with the vigilance of air traffic controllers. The question that animates these households — where will you go? — is treated as the most consequential of a young person’s life. It is, according to a growing chorus of educators and admissions experts, also the wrong one.As Matt Symonds, who has spent decades studying global university admissions, often emphasizes, the process is far less about a single outcome and far more about understanding the individual behind the application.The college admissions industrial complex has, over several decades, achieved something remarkable: it has convinced millions of families that a child’s worth can be legibly expressed as an acceptance rate. In this telling, a seventeen-year-old is essentially a portfolio of optimized signals — grades, test scores, extracurriculars carefully curated to suggest both breadth and depth, essays workshopped to the point of translucency. The goal is to be legible to an admissions officer at a handful of schools whose rankings have achieved the cultural authority of scripture.But the rankings lie, or at least mislead. The experts who construct them will tell you as much: there is no universally best university, only the university that is best for a specific student, with specific needs, specific passions, and a specific temperament. A child who thrives at a large research institution might wither at a small liberal arts college, and vice versa. Prestige is a signal designed for other people. Fit is a fact about you.The more corrosive consequence of admissions-mania is what it does to the years leading up to the application itself. A student who begins strategizing in ninth grade — who chooses activities not out of curiosity but out of calculable advantage — is learning something troubling about how the world works. They are learning that identity is a pitch, that passion is a positioning tool, and that authenticity is valuable primarily insofar as it reads as authentic to a committee of strangers.Admissions officers, for their part, claim they can spot the difference. What they say they want — and there’s no reason to entirely disbelieve them — is evidence of genuine engagement. Not a national championship in tennis, but a real love of the game. Not ten clubs listed on a résumé, but two or three commitments pursued with enough depth to reveal something true about a person. The story behind the activity, they will tell you, matters more than the activity itself.What does this mean for parents? It means, somewhat counterintuitively, that the most strategic thing they can do is stop being strategic. Encourage the weird hobby. Tolerate the failed experiment. Allow failure to be instructive rather than catastrophic. A teenager who knows they can fall short and still be loved is a teenager with the courage to attempt something real — which is, as it happens, exactly what universities claim they are looking for.Increasingly, forward-looking educators and platforms such as Sparkl are reinforcing this approach, where a deeply personalised focus on academics and SAT preparation quietly shapes more confident and authentic student journeys.The better question, the one that survives the admissions process and the four years that follow it, is not where are you going, but who are you becoming. It is the question that actually has a meaningful answer.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’I Want To See India A Super Power By…’: Ex-Tennis Star Leander Paes Joins BJP Before Bengal PollsFrom Naxal Charge To Owaisi Praise: Shah’s Top 7 Shock MomentsUS Strike At Mashhad Airport Hits India-Bound Mahar Air Flight, Iran Calls It Violation Of LawStampede Horror At Nalanda’s Sheetla Temple Amid Big Rush, Multiple Casualties Feared In BiharWhen Art Crosses The Line: Pink Elephant’s Death After Russian Artist’s Viral Photoshoot Sparks Row’Best Of Luck’: Ex-RAW Chief Vikram Sood Warns Of War’s Impact As India Walks Diplomatic Tightrope10 India-Bound Ships Stuck In Persian Gulf Trigger Major Energy Concerns’Sonia, Rahul’s Communist Advisors’: Kangana Ranaut Launches Attack On Congress, Lauds PM ModiAmit Shah Flags Russia-China Influence During CPI, CPI(M) Formation; Slams Bhagat Singh ComparisonCensus Goes Fully Digital: How India Will Count Its Population With Apps, Data And Self-Entry123PhotostoriesScenes of panic: How sudden rush triggered stampede at Bihar temple; 8 deadSummer Diet: How to make desi Watermelon Rice that impressed Chef Marco Pierre WhiteSummer Holidays: 6 Places every parent should take their kidsIndia’s rarest state birds – places you can still see themWhy your body is no longer responding to exercise: Hidden causes of exercise slump and how to break through them effectivelyForget summer coolers & energy drinks: 6 desi foods farmers eat and drink to survive extreme heat in the fieldFrom a massive living room to an expensive art collection, jacuzzi and more: Krishna Shroff’s opulent Mumbai house7 structural marvels of India that define architectural excellenceWhat happens when you eat eggs daily for 14 daysAnand Mahindra’s Mumbai abode: The residence that blends history, simplicity, and timeless design123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingIPL Match TodayRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaPakistan terror groupsBank Holiday this week

Representative image Every fall, a familiar ritual plays out in living rooms across the world. Parents hover over their teenagers’ shoulders, tracking application portals with the vigilance of air traffic controllers. The question that animates these households — where will you go? — is treated as the most consequential of a young person’s life. It is, according to a growing chorus of educators and admissions experts, also the wrong one.As Matt Symonds, who has spent decades studying global university admissions, often emphasizes, the process is far less about a single outcome and far more about understanding the individual behind the application.The college admissions industrial complex has, over several decades, achieved something remarkable: it has convinced millions of families that a child’s worth can be legibly expressed as an acceptance rate. In this telling, a seventeen-year-old is essentially a portfolio of optimized signals — grades, test scores, extracurriculars carefully curated to suggest both breadth and depth, essays workshopped to the point of translucency. The goal is to be legible to an admissions officer at a handful of schools whose rankings have achieved the cultural authority of scripture.But the rankings lie, or at least mislead. The experts who construct them will tell you as much: there is no universally best university, only the university that is best for a specific student, with specific needs, specific passions, and a specific temperament. A child who thrives at a large research institution might wither at a small liberal arts college, and vice versa. Prestige is a signal designed for other people. Fit is a fact about you.The more corrosive consequence of admissions-mania is what it does to the years leading up to the application itself. A student who begins strategizing in ninth grade — who chooses activities not out of curiosity but out of calculable advantage — is learning something troubling about how the world works. They are learning that identity is a pitch, that passion is a positioning tool, and that authenticity is valuable primarily insofar as it reads as authentic to a committee of strangers.Admissions officers, for their part, claim they can spot the difference. What they say they want — and there’s no reason to entirely disbelieve them — is evidence of genuine engagement. Not a national championship in tennis, but a real love of the game. Not ten clubs listed on a résumé, but two or three commitments pursued with enough depth to reveal something true about a person. The story behind the activity, they will tell you, matters more than the activity itself.What does this mean for parents? It means, somewhat counterintuitively, that the most strategic thing they can do is stop being strategic. Encourage the weird hobby. Tolerate the failed experiment. Allow failure to be instructive rather than catastrophic. A teenager who knows they can fall short and still be loved is a teenager with the courage to attempt something real — which is, as it happens, exactly what universities claim they are looking for.Increasingly, forward-looking educators and platforms such as Sparkl are reinforcing this approach, where a deeply personalised focus on academics and SAT preparation quietly shapes more confident and authentic student journeys.The better question, the one that survives the admissions process and the four years that follow it, is not where are you going, but who are you becoming. It is the question that actually has a meaningful answer.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’I Want To See India A Super Power By…’: Ex-Tennis Star Leander Paes Joins BJP Before Bengal PollsFrom Naxal Charge To Owaisi Praise: Shah’s Top 7 Shock MomentsUS Strike At Mashhad Airport Hits India-Bound Mahar Air Flight, Iran Calls It Violation Of LawStampede Horror At Nalanda’s Sheetla Temple Amid Big Rush, Multiple Casualties Feared In BiharWhen Art Crosses The Line: Pink Elephant’s Death After Russian Artist’s Viral Photoshoot Sparks Row’Best Of Luck’: Ex-RAW Chief Vikram Sood Warns Of War’s Impact As India Walks Diplomatic Tightrope10 India-Bound Ships Stuck In Persian Gulf Trigger Major Energy Concerns’Sonia, Rahul’s Communist Advisors’: Kangana Ranaut Launches Attack On Congress, Lauds PM ModiAmit Shah Flags Russia-China Influence During CPI, CPI(M) Formation; Slams Bhagat Singh ComparisonCensus Goes Fully Digital: How India Will Count Its Population With Apps, Data And Self-Entry123PhotostoriesScenes of panic: How sudden rush triggered stampede at Bihar temple; 8 deadSummer Diet: How to make desi Watermelon Rice that impressed Chef Marco Pierre WhiteSummer Holidays: 6 Places every parent should take their kidsIndia’s rarest state birds – places you can still see themWhy your body is no longer responding to exercise: Hidden causes of exercise slump and how to break through them effectivelyForget summer coolers & energy drinks: 6 desi foods farmers eat and drink to survive extreme heat in the fieldFrom a massive living room to an expensive art collection, jacuzzi and more: Krishna Shroff’s opulent Mumbai house7 structural marvels of India that define architectural excellenceWhat happens when you eat eggs daily for 14 daysAnand Mahindra’s Mumbai abode: The residence that blends history, simplicity, and timeless design123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingIPL Match TodayRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarKolkata Assembly ElectionBihar Temple NewsRavindra JadejaPakistan terror groupsBank Holiday this week

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Every fall, a familiar ritual plays out in living rooms across the world. Parents hover over their teenagers’ shoulders, tracking application portals with the vigilance of air traffic controllers. The question that animates these households — where will you go? — is treated as the most consequential of a young person’s life. It is, according…

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NIC recruitment 2026: Applications open for 243 Scientist B posts, direct link to register here

NIC recruitment 2026: Applications open for 243 Scientist B posts, direct link to register here

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NIC recruitment 2026: Applications open for 243 Scientist B posts The Government of India’s National Informatics Centre (NIC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has invited applications for the post of Scientist-B through direct recruitment. A total of 243 vacancies have been announced across Computer Science, Electronics, and emerging domains like Data Science…

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‘Creators don’t have creative liberty in Hindi cinema, actors are dominating,’ points out Priyadarshan: ‘Malayalam films are doing their best’

‘Creators don’t have creative liberty in Hindi cinema, actors are dominating,’ points out Priyadarshan: ‘Malayalam films are doing their best’

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Priyadarshan is set to make a comeback in Hindi cinema after a few years with ‘Bhooth Bangla’. From 2013 to 2026, the filmmaker has just made one film ‘Hungama 2’ and that was during the Covid-19 era. In a recent interview he spoke about how times have changed and the audiences have evolved. He also…

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The story behind Palmer Luckey’s ‘firing’ from Facebook, the company he sold his startup for billion

The story behind Palmer Luckey’s ‘firing’ from Facebook, the company he sold his startup for $2 billion

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Palmer Luckey was only 21 when Meta acquired his virtual reality startup, Oculus VR in March 2014. The company was acquired for a whopping $2 billion, making it one of biggest tech deals of the decade. With the acquisition, Palmer Luckey became one of the youngest self-made billionaires then. “Mobile is the platform of today,…

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Usha Vance turns narrator: Opens podcast to promote child literacy; netizens blame JD Vance for ‘defunding’ the Department of Education | World News

Usha Vance turns narrator: Opens podcast to promote child literacy; netizens blame JD Vance for ‘defunding’ the Department of Education | World News

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Second Lady of the United States of America, Usha Vance recently launched her own podcast ‘Storytime with the Second Lady’ under her larger campaign to increase child literacy rates and encourage reading among kids. In a video shared by the White House, the SLOTUS shared that each episode would have a special reader come in…

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West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee (file photo) NEW DELHI: “Consider me your candidate in all 294 constituencies,” Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said in a poll rally, urging voters to look beyond individual nominees and rally behind her leadership.As Mamata Banerjee took the stage in Paschim Medinipur’s Chandrakona on, her message cut through the campaign noise with a clear pitch: leadership over labels. In poll-bound West Bengal, where assembly elections are scheduled in two phases on April 23 and April 29, the Trinamool Congress supremo positioned herself as the face of the contest across all constituencies.She exuded confidence a day after her strongest rival in the state, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, filed nominations from Bhabanipur, also contested by West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, and from Nandigram, where he had defeated her in the 2021 elections.At the rally, Banerjee also flagged what she described as irregularities in voter enrolment, citing inputs from her nephew and party leader Abhishek Banerjee. “I was informed by Abhishek (Banerjee) yesterday that he had to rush to the EC office in Kolkata from the middle of his campaign schedule upon receiving information that about 30,000 forms were submitted in a single day to include fresh voters,” the TMC supremo said.Escalating her attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, she alleged attempts to manipulate electoral rolls by bringing in voters from other states. “The BJP is trying to include illegal voters from Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in the electoral rolls of Bengal. They are planning to transport outstation voters by means of railways, as they did in Bihar,” she claimed.CM Mamata further accused the BJP of acting in concert with the Election Commission of India, alleging targeted deletions from voter lists. “The BJP and EC are snatching the citizenship, constitutional and democratic rights of people. We will fight them every inch of the way,” she said.Sharpening the political contrast, she warned of cultural and policy impositions if the BJP were to come to power in the state. Maintaining that the party has “no respect” for Bengal, she claimed it would impose “ban on non-veg food consumption” and attempt to introduce the National Register of Citizens through the backdoor, including plans to send targeted citizens to detention camps.With high-stakes rhetoric and a direct appeal to voters, Mamata’s pitch in Paschim Medinipur underscored a campaign that is as much about personality as it is about party.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 MediaVideosFrom Naxal Charge To Owaisi Praise: Shah’s Top 7 Shock MomentsUS Strike At Mashhad Airport Hits India-Bound Mahar Air Flight, Iran Calls It Violation Of LawStampede Horror At Nalanda’s Sheetla Temple Amid Big Rush, Multiple Casualties Feared In BiharWhen Art Crosses The Line: Pink Elephant’s Death After Russian Artist’s Viral Photoshoot Sparks Row’Best Of Luck’: Ex-RAW Chief Vikram Sood Warns Of War’s Impact As India Walks Diplomatic Tightrope10 India-Bound Ships Stuck In Persian Gulf Trigger Major Energy Concerns’Sonia, Rahul’s Communist Advisors’: Kangana Ranaut Launches Attack On Congress, Lauds PM ModiAmit Shah Flags Russia-China Influence During CPI, CPI(M) Formation; Slams Bhagat Singh ComparisonCensus Goes Fully Digital: How India Will Count Its Population With Apps, Data And Self-Entry’Global Oil Crisis May Push India Closer To Iran’: US Expert Robert Pape Hints Big Diplomatic Shift123PhotostoriesScenes of panic: How sudden rush triggered stampede at Bihar temple; 8 deadSummer Diet: How to make desi Watermelon Rice that impressed Chef Marco Pierre WhiteSummer Holidays: 6 Places every parent should take their kidsIndia’s rarest state birds – places you can still see themWhy your body is no longer responding to exercise: Hidden causes of exercise slump and how to break through them effectivelyForget summer coolers & energy drinks: 6 desi foods farmers eat and drink to survive extreme heat in the fieldFrom a massive living room to an expensive art collection, jacuzzi and more: Krishna Shroff’s opulent Mumbai house7 structural marvels of India that define architectural excellenceWhat happens when you eat eggs daily for 14 daysAnand Mahindra’s Mumbai abode: The residence that blends history, simplicity, and timeless design123Hot PicksIncome Tax Changes from April 1stPost office small savings schemesNASA Artemis IIAmazon treeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingIPL Match TodayRajasthan Board 12th Science ResultVaibhav SooryavanshiKarnataka 1st PUC ResultsUS Iran WarCensus 2027Congress debateArticle 370Pakistan terror groupsBank Holiday this week

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee (file photo) NEW DELHI: “Consider me your candidate in all 294 constituencies,” Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said in a poll rally, urging voters to look beyond individual nominees and rally behind her leadership.As Mamata Banerjee took the stage in Paschim Medinipur’s Chandrakona on, her message cut through the campaign noise with a clear pitch: leadership over labels. In poll-bound West Bengal, where assembly elections are scheduled in two phases on April 23 and April 29, the Trinamool Congress supremo positioned herself as the face of the contest across all constituencies.She exuded confidence a day after her strongest rival in the state, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, filed nominations from Bhabanipur, also contested by West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, and from Nandigram, where he had defeated her in the 2021 elections.At the rally, Banerjee also flagged what she described as irregularities in voter enrolment, citing inputs from her nephew and party leader Abhishek Banerjee. “I was informed by Abhishek (Banerjee) yesterday that he had to rush to the EC office in Kolkata from the middle of his campaign schedule upon receiving information that about 30,000 forms were submitted in a single day to include fresh voters,” the TMC supremo said.Escalating her attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, she alleged attempts to manipulate electoral rolls by bringing in voters from other states. “The BJP is trying to include illegal voters from Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in the electoral rolls of Bengal. They are planning to transport outstation voters by means of railways, as they did in Bihar,” she claimed.CM Mamata further accused the BJP of acting in concert with the Election Commission of India, alleging targeted deletions from voter lists. “The BJP and EC are snatching the citizenship, constitutional and democratic rights of people. We will fight them every inch of the way,” she said.Sharpening the political contrast, she warned of cultural and policy impositions if the BJP were to come to power in the state. Maintaining that the party has “no respect” for Bengal, she claimed it would impose “ban on non-veg food consumption” and attempt to introduce the National Register of Citizens through the backdoor, including plans to send targeted citizens to detention camps.With high-stakes rhetoric and a direct appeal to voters, Mamata’s pitch in Paschim Medinipur underscored a campaign that is as much about personality as it is about party.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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West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee (file photo) NEW DELHI: “Consider me your candidate in all 294 constituencies,” Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said in a poll rally, urging voters to look beyond individual nominees and rally behind her leadership.As Mamata Banerjee took the stage in Paschim Medinipur’s Chandrakona on, her message cut through the campaign…

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