VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html The ceasefire gave Iran breathing room: How Tehran used it to rebuild tunnels and replenish its arsenal Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, party MP Sonia Gandhi, Samajwadi Party MP Akhilesh Yadav, TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee and others during the INDIA bloc meeting, in New Delhi. (PTI Photo/Salman Ali) NEW DELHI: Leaders of the opposition INDIA bloc met on Monday, marking their first formal gathering since the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.Leaders from 23 political parties, including the Congress, participated in the meeting. However, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) skipped the gathering, which was held at the Constitution Club of India in the national capital.Rajya Sabha member and former Congress leader Kapil Sibal also attended the meeting, while Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray participated virtually.A total of 27 leaders from 23 parties, along with Sibal, were present.Here’s a full list:PartyLeadersCongress Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, KC Venugopal Samajwadi PartyAkhilesh YadavTMCMamata Banerjee, Abhishek Banerjee RJDTejashwi YadavNational ConferenceOmar AbdullahPDPMehbooba MuftiJMMSarfaraz AhmadShive Sena (UBT)Uddhav ThackerayNCP SPSupriya SuleCPMJohn BrittasCPI D Raja CPI MLDipankar BhattacharyaRSPNK Premachandran IUMLSadiq ThangalVCKThirumavalavan MDMKD Vaiko Kerala CongressK GeorgeKerala Congress (M)Jose K ManiRLPHanuman BeniwalBAP**Lok DalSunil Singh ⁠Forward BlocG DevarajanShetkari Kamgar Paksh Jayant Patil Independent MPKapil SibalAbout 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 MediaVideosSukhendu Sekhar Ray Resigns From TMC And Rajya Sabha Amid Growing RebellionNo Tamil Nadu Party Attends INDIA Bloc Meeting As TVK, DMK Stay AwayShamli Conversion Row: Gym Trainer, Father Held After Businessman Alleges Son Was Trapped, ConvertedTMC’s Jahangir Khan Arrested Near Nepal Border: The Rise, Controversy & Fall Of Falta’s StrongmanNazia Elahi Khan Writes To Yogi Adityanath Seeking Ban On Weapons During Muharram ProcessionsJaipur Sees 24-Hour Internet Suspension; SOG Identifies 100+ Doctors In Fake FMG Certificate RacketAshok Gehlot Reopens 2022 Congress Presidential Race Debate, Alleges ‘Conspiracy’ Behind LeadershipTMC Headquarters Faces Fresh Trouble As Property Owner Seeks Police Help To Evict PartyNepal Clarifies It Sought Historical Records From UK, Not Mediation In Border Dispute With IndiaNEET-UG Retest Under Maximum Security: Paper Setters Placed In Lockdown At Secret Facility123PhotostoriesSara Ali Khanto Parineeti Chopra: 8 Bollywood actresses with impressive educational qualificationsInside Jennifer Winget’s lavish Goa mansion: Private pool, cozy corners and breathtaking viewsToothless snakes: Meet the unusual serpents that thrive without fangs5 proven benefits of face yoga that can transform your skinIs your teenager unable to realize they are in bad company? 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It’s called ‘idli’, not ‘id-slice’. No one eats idlis this way, unless they’re Italian and mistake it for pizza. (But don’t try putting sambar on pizza, ok?)”This is not the first time Tharoor has weighed in on a culinary debate on social media.Earlier, he became part of a viral discussion after an X user claimed that “Rasgulla is nothing but an idli dipped in sugar syrup” and described the Bengali sweet as the “most overrated dessert.”Responding to the comparison, Tharoor launched a detailed and humorous defence of the iconic South Indian dish.”Indeed! To conflate a Rasgulla with an Idli is not just a culinary error; it is a profound cosmological misunderstanding,” he wrote.Explaining why the comparison was flawed, Tharoor said the two foods belonged to entirely different culinary worlds.”To begin with, the comparison is practically a biological impossibility. She is comparing chhena (the delicate, squeaky, pristine curd of milk) with a meticulously fermented batter of parboiled rice and black gram (urad dal). Their compositions are from entirely different kingdoms,” he wrote.Calling idli “one of the greatest engineering marvels of the culinary world,” Tharoor praised the science behind its preparation and described it as a “savoury monolith of South Indian culinary genius.”He said that while people were free to debate rasgullas on their own merits, they should leave idlis out of such comparisons.”If this lady finds Rasgullas overrated, argue that on the merits of their sponginess or sweetness. But please, leave the noble, perfectly fermented, steamed majesty of the Idli out of your dessert-table polemics, ma’am!” Tharoor wrote.About the AuthorPriyanshi RastogiPriyanshi Rastogi is a journalist with The Times of India. She primarily covers national and international news, along with business affairs. 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It’s a lot less stressful that way’ 5 budget-friendly countries Indians can visit this July ‘Rahul Gandhi mein consistency ki kami hai’: Posters targeting Congress pop up across Delhi as INDIA Bloc meets today ANI photo NEW DELHI: The Indian Embassy in Tehran Monday issued an urgent advisory asking Indian nationals to avoid travelling to Iran and urging those already in the country to leave at the earliest through available transport options.Amid a rapidly worsening security situation in West Asia, the advisory follows a significant escalation in hostilities across the region over the past 24 hours, marked by missile exchanges, airstrikes on strategic targets and renewed military action involving Israel and Iran. The developments have raised concerns over regional stability and the safety of foreign nationals in the conflict zone.”In view of the latest developments in the region, the Embassy reiterates its earlier advice to all Indian Nationals to avoid any travel to Iran. Indian Nationals presently in Iran are also advised to exit the country by available means of transport,” the Indian Embassy in Tehran said on Monday.The unending war?Israel and Iran exchanged fire on Monday as their conflict entered its 100th day, placing an already fragile ceasefire under severe strain and increasing fears of a wider regional confrontation.Adding to concerns over maritime security, the Iran-backed Houthis announced a ban on Israeli shipping through the Red Sea, one of the world’s most important trade and shipping routes, according to The Jerusalem Post.The latest military exchanges included an attack on an Iranian petrochemical facility, while Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it had targeted two Israeli military bases. The strikes took place only hours after US President Donald Trump reportedly urged Israel not to retaliate against Iranian missile attacks.Escalation follows strikes and counterstrikesThe latest flare-up followed Israeli airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs on Sunday. Iran subsequently launched retaliatory strikes, setting off a fresh cycle of attacks and counterattacks that continued into Monday.The renewed violence has cast doubt over ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the conflict, which began on February 28. Analysts fear the latest escalation could undermine attempts to secure a broader political settlement and derail negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme.Trump’s diplomatic push faces setbackThe resurgence of hostilities presents a major challenge for Trump, who has been pressing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to show restraint and avoid actions that could trigger a broader regional war.The US President recently underscored his role in diplomatic efforts, stating in an interview that he “calls the shots”.Trump suggested that Netanyahu would eventually have little choice but to accept a negotiated settlement, warning that continued military retaliation would only prolong instability.”If Bibi strikes them back, it’s just going to keep going like the last 47 years, or the last 3,000 years.”White House urges return to negotiationsThe latest escalation came as Trump continued to publicly advocate de-escalation through multiple media appearances.Speaking to Fox News, he expressed frustration that the military exchanges had occurred at a time when diplomatic progress appeared within reach.”We’re very close. I would say an agreement would be signed on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday of this coming week. And now this takes place,” Trump told Fox News, before directly addressing the leadership in Tehran. “You’ve shot your missiles, that’s enough. Get back to the table and make a deal.”According to Axios, Trump also held a telephone conversation with Netanyahu shortly after Iran launched its initial missile barrage in an effort to prevent a broader conflict. The report, citing a US official, said the President sought to reduce pressure for a retaliatory response by downplaying the impact of the strikes.”The Iranian strikes didn’t hurt anybody. Hopefully Israel is not going to retaliate.”Netanyahu cannot block a deal, says TrumpIn a separate interview with the Financial Times, Trump maintained that Netanyahu would not be able to prevent a wider agreement between Washington and Tehran.”He won’t have any choice.”The remarks came as diplomatic efforts continued amid mounting uncertainty over whether the latest military escalation would further complicate negotiations or push the region closer to a broader conflict.About the AuthorRajeev SinghRajeev Singh is a Digital Content Producer with The Times of India. He covers politics, policies, defence, and conflicts for readers curious to know their implications. He loves digging into legal maxims and political trivia. 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Independent researchers had raised concerns about alleged vulnerabilities in systems linked to the digital evaluation process, prompting demands for stronger safeguards around student records. A senior education ministry official said the migration was intended to ensure that all sensitive data remained under direct govt control while reviews were conducted. “All answer-sheet records and associated digital assets have been shifted to govt-managed AWS infrastructure. The objective is to strengthen security, ensure greater oversight and eliminate any concerns regarding custody of examination-related data,” the official told TOI. The move coincides with the final day to apply for CBSE’s Class XII re-evaluation and verification process, the window for which closes at midnight on June 7. Board data shows that by June 4, the portal had processed 70,433 applications, including 63,119 requests for re-evaluation and 7,314 for verification of marks. A one-member committee headed by S Radha Chauhan, chairperson of Capacity Building Commission, is examining the 2025 OSM tender process, including allegations of “structural dilutions” in bidding conditions that may have favoured Coempt Eduteck.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. 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(PTI photo) NEW DELHI: With mobile internet services suspended, additional police forces deployed and social media placed under round-the-clock surveillance, the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) on Monday launched a major anti-encroachment drive in Jagatpura to clear structures and encroachments standing within the right-of-way of a proposed road expansion project.The demolition drive is aimed at clearing encroachments along a key road corridor near the Nandpuri Underpass to facilitate a long-pending road widening project. Officials said a mosque, two temples, a satsang hall and a mazar that fall within the designated right-of-way are among the structures were marked for removal. Additional police personnel have been deployed and surveillance intensified as the administration seeks to ensure the exercise proceeds peacefully. 24-hour banInternet suspended across parts of JaipurThe Jaipur district administration ordered a temporary shutdown of mobile internet services across Jaipur North and Jaipur East police districts from Sunday midnight to Monday midnight ahead of the anti-encroachment drive.The order, issued by Jaipur Divisional Commissioner V Saravana Kumar, suspends 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G mobile internet services, along with bulk SMS, MMS and social media platforms including WhatsApp, Facebook and X. Voice calling services remain unaffected.The restrictions apply across all police station areas under Jaipur North and Jaipur East districts, except the Rajasthan International Centre in Jhalana and adjoining localities.Officials said the decision was taken as a preventive measure amid apprehensions that social media and internet-based platforms could be used to spread rumours and disturb public peace.The demolition drive is part of a broader effort to widen the road running parallel to the railway line from the Nandpuri Underpass in Jagatpura to its sanctioned width of 80 feet.Demolition drive in Jaipur (PTI photo)JDA officials said five religious structures fall within the road’s right-of-way and are therefore slated for removal. These include a mosque, two temples, a satsang bhavan and a mazar.Authorities said the road remains significantly narrower than its recorded width at several points, making the widening project necessary to improve connectivity and bring the corridor in line with approved planning norms.Police step up monitoringAuthorities said online platforms would remain under close watch throughout the operation.“Special surveillance will be maintained on social media and other digital platforms during the operation. The police’s cyber unit and law-and-order teams will conduct continuous monitoring,” Jaipur Police Commissioner Sachin Mittal said.He warned of strict action against anyone spreading “religious frenzy, hatred or misinformation” online, saying anti-social elements may attempt to disturb communal harmony through provocative videos, posts or misleading content.Mittal said individuals attempting to inflame religious sentiments or circulate false information would face legal consequences. He added that cyber and law-and-order units had been directed to maintain round-the-clock vigilance and respond swiftly to rumours or misinformation.Curbs imposed on public gatheringsPolice have prohibited rallies, processions, demonstrations, public meetings and mass gatherings across the Jaipur Police Commissionerate area without prior permission. The restrictions, however, do not apply to wedding processions or funeral gatherings.The administration has also barred the assembly of five or more people at public places without permission and urged residents to cooperate in maintaining peace. Officials warned that action would be taken against those violating the orders.”In today’s operation, there are about 10 to 12 illegal structures that are being removed because they encroach upon the sector road. The situation is completely peaceful, and there is no opposition so far. Internet services have been suspended as a precautionary measure. The public is cooperating in maintaining peace,” said ASP Dhayal.Officials said the operation has so far remained peaceful, with residents cooperating with the administration.Earlier notices issued before actionAccording to Anand Sharma, Deputy Inspector General of the JDA Vigilance Wing, 134 encroachments along the same route were removed during a drive conducted on May 22.He said the managements and individuals associated with the religious structures located within the road boundary had been given time to remove the constructions voluntarily. Following the expiry of the stipulated period, the administration initiated direct action to clear the remaining encroachments.Officials maintained that the current exercise is part of an ongoing effort to reclaim public land and implement the city’s planned infrastructure expansion.About the AuthorRajeev SinghRajeev Singh is a Digital Content Producer with The Times of India. He covers politics, policies, defence, and conflicts for readers curious to know their implications. He loves digging into legal maxims and political trivia. 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