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Cricket Australia leaves door open for landmark 150th Test | Cricket News ‘The three habits that changed everything’: From 54% in Class 10 to IIT Bombay CSE, how one student’s comeback inspired thousands Pooja Bhatt slams Delhi University for discouraging students from Jantar Mantar: ‘Don’t maintain conspiracy of silence’ | Hindi Movie News 40 minutes, 1 van, a city watching: Mumbai woman’s photo captures resolve behind CJP protests | Mumbai News Spain total solar eclipse 12 August 2026: Why thousands of eclipse chasers could miss the total solar eclipse Jaishankar slams Pakistan (File photo)Jaishankar slams Pakistan (File photo)Jaishankar slams Pakistan (File photo)12 NEW DELHI: India slammed Pakistan for raising issues related to J&K and the Indus Waters Treaty at the Asean Regional Forum, saying the remarks by Pakistani foreign minister Ishaq Dar were baseless and unwarranted.The govt said in a statement it was no surprise that a multilateral forum had once again been cynically exploited by Pakistan to amplify falsehoods, peddle state-sponsored disinformation, and divert attention from its own well-documented record of sponsoring cross-border terrorism.External affairs minister S Jaishankar had said at the same forum that acts of terrorism will have consequences. “UT of J&K and Ladakh have been, are and will always remain integral and inalienable parts of India. Pakistan has no locus standi to comment on the same,” MEA spokesman Randhir Jaiswal said.The govt said India’s position on Indus Waters Treaty remained consistent. “IWT stands in abeyance in response to Pakistan’s continued sponsorship of cross-border terrorism, including the Pahalgam attack. IWT will continue to be held in abeyance until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism,” the official said.The govt strongly condemned Pakistan’s continued practice of propagating officially sponsored disinformation, often dressed in religious terminology such as the use of terms like ‘Fitna al-Hindustan’.”This is a futile attempt by the Pakistani establishment to deflect attention from its own internal crises and its well-proven role as a safe haven for global terrorist networks. Instead of pointing fingers at its neighbours and misusing international platforms, Pakistan would serve itself and its people far better by dismantling the infrastructure of terrorism on its soil and putting its own house in order,” the official said.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCJP Protest: Injured Protester Returns, Another Searches For Missing StudentIndia Conducts Maiden Flight Test Of Long-Range ‘Kusha’ Air Defence Missile SystemWhere Are CJP Leaders? 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An Adani Enterprises Limited spokesperson said on Friday: “We would like to categorically deny the recent media reports and market speculation suggesting that Adani Enterprises is planning to launch an airline. These reports are entirely baseless and factually incorrect. Adani Enterprises is not evaluating any proposal to enter the airline business.”The statement comes amid govt being reportedly being uncomfortable with a country of the size and economic potential of India having a duopoly of airlines — IndiGo and Tata’s Air India group. Akasa is also coming up in a big way. However, the West Asia crisis coupled with other India-specific issues like closure of Pakistan airspace and the rupee’s relentless crash have made things tougher for airlines here than they are for carriers globally. Both IndiGo and AI Group have slashed flights due to escalating operational costs. Smaller players like SpiceJet are struggling to survive.In this context, India is considering ways to make it easier to launch new airlines. One of these steps reportedly were allowing the operators of India’s busiest airports — Delhi and Mumbai — to hold more than 10% stake in airlines. The GMR and Adani groups run these two hubs, respectively. Both these conglomerates have major presence in aviation that goes beyond just running airports as they have maintenance, repair overhaul (MRO) and other businesses.The Adani Group has tied up with Embraer to make-in-India regional jets. However, the Brazilian aerospace company has linked setting up and operationalising the proposed final assembly line (FAL) to getting a firm order of at least 200 jets. Dholera in Gujarat has been selected as the site for this proposed FAL.Billionaire Gautam Adani-led conglomerate is the biggest private airport operator in India (in terms of number of airports). It operates hubs in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Guwahati, Mangalore and Thiruvananthapuram.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCJP Protest: Injured Protester Returns, Another Searches For Missing StudentIndia Conducts Maiden Flight Test Of Long-Range ‘Kusha’ Air Defence Missile SystemWhere Are CJP Leaders? 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How students can verify if institutions remain open safely ‘Ebenezer’: Johnny Depp transforms into Scrooge in first trailer from ‘A Christmas Carol’ adaptation; surprises fans at Comic-Con ‘India is not just heat and chaos’: Austrian woman challenges myths about India she is ‘tired of hearing’ CJP-Centre meeting to be held today (ANI) NEW DELHI: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) delegation will meet Union ministers at the Constitution Club of India at 12.30 pm on Friday, after the Centre agreed to hold talks at a neutral venue—a key demand raised by the outfit during its ongoing agitation over the NEET row.The meeting comes a day after activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike at Medanta Hospital in the presence of Union ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, paving the way for formal discussions between the government and the protesters.Confirming the development, CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das said the organisation welcomed the government’s decision to shift the talks to a neutral venue.”Our protest will continue; Constitution Club of India chosen as venue for meeting with government ministers, hoping for an open-minded dialogue,” Das told reporters on Thursday.CJP spokesperson Vaishnavi Gaur said the delegation would place the same demands it has been raising since the protests began.”We will be putting forward our demands, which we have been consistent with from the first day,” she said.According to Gaur, the key demands include the resignation of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, compensation for the families affected by the NEET controversy, and withdrawal of all FIRs registered against what she described as “innocent protesters.”‘Peaceful protest will continue’Following Wangchuk’s decision to end his fast, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke thanked him for what he called an extraordinary act of courage.”We are relieved and grateful that Sonam sir has ended his hunger strike after 26 days. Thank you for your extraordinary courage and sacrifice. By putting your own life on the line, you awakened the conscience of an entire nation. Your life is far too precious to this country,” Dipke wrote in a post on X.Despite Wangchuk ending his fast, the CJP has maintained that its peaceful protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar will continue until its demands, including Pradhan’s resignation, are addressed.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 MediaVideosCJP Protest: Injured Protester Returns, Another Searches For Missing StudentIndia Conducts Maiden Flight Test Of Long-Range ‘Kusha’ Air Defence Missile SystemWhere Are CJP Leaders? 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Reacting to the Prime Minister’s late-night video message on the issue, Rahul said PM Modi should not “insult the intelligence” of students and demanded Pradhan be sacked saying the PM’s address failed to raise students’ key concerns.In a post on X, Rahul wrote, “Mr Modi, our students are demanding Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. Don’t insult their intelligence with this pathetic midnight video.”Listing his demands, he said:”1. Sack Pradhan.2. Punish those who beat students.3. Apologise.”The leader of oppostion’s remarks came hours after Prime Minister Modi announced that the government would bring a Bill in Parliament next week providing for stringent punishment against those involved in examination paper leaks.In a self-recorded video shared on X late Thursday night, the Prime Minister said the proposed legislation, which includes provisions for Fast-Track Courts and stricter penalties, would be discussed by the Union Cabinet on Friday before being introduced in Parliament when the second week of the Monsoon Session begins on Monday.”Friends, I know that paper leaks are not an ordinary matter. For lakhs of students and their parents, it is extremely painful,” PM Modi said.”Our most important responsibility was to ensure that a whole year for the students is not wasted. It was very important to conduct the exams immediately. The government used its full strength to arrange exams for nearly 22 lakh students in the shortest possible time. And just five or six days ago, on the 19th, the results were also announced,” he said.The Prime Minister said the government was now moving towards stronger legal action.”Today I have issued directions to the departments to set up Fast-Track Courts. The departments worked tirelessly and, late last night, provided me with a draft. This draft, which includes provisions for Fast-Track Courts and stringent punishments, will be discussed in the Cabinet tomorrow,” he said.He added that after incorporating suggestions from Cabinet colleagues, the Bill would be finalised and introduced in Parliament next week.”Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth. Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared,” PM Modi said.The opposition has been demanding Pradhan’s resignation and a detailed discussion on the alleged NEET-UG paper leak during the Monsoon Session, with the issue triggering protests both inside Parliament and on the streets.Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Friday at Medanta Hospital in the presence of Union ministers J P Nadda and Jitendra Singh, along with senior leaders of the Apex Body of Leh.In a post on X, Wangchuk said he decided to end the fast after prolonged discussions and in view of the possibility of violence.”Just now in the presence of Union Ministers JP Nadda & Dr. Jitendra Singh and the senior leaders of Apex Body of Leh Ladakh I finally broke my fast after 26 days… This was done after a long negotiation on various conditions and in view of possible violence in the country,” he said.”I will explain the conditions in detail in a separate video very soon. Meanwhile urge you all to stay very vigilant about not allowing violence of any kind anywhere,” he added.Meanwhile, the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has called for nationwide peaceful protests on Friday, reiterating its demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the alleged examination irregularities.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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