The annual skiing and snowboarding championship in Auli, scheduled from March 16-19, has been postponed for the third consecutive year due to insufficient snowfall. Officials highlight the impact of limited snow, planning alternative activities. Athletes express concern over climate change affecting future events in the region.
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Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane supports Malhar certification as an alternative to halal mutton for Hindus, claiming it aligns with Hindu practices. His comments received criticism from Congress MLA Nana Patole, who called for the Chief Minister to take action. BJP MLA Sanjay Upadhyay backed Rane, citing health concerns about halal practices. The initiative aims to promote Hindu-owned mutton shops.
PM Narendra Modi recounted his fasting practice during a visit to the White House. His routine of fasting, which he has followed for over 50 years, left an impression on former President Obama. Modi explained the scientific and spiritual discipline behind fasting.
Bengaluru police arrested a woman, her mother, and brother for allegedly abetting the suicide of the woman's husband, an automobile executive. The trio were apprehended across multiple states and remanded to judicial custody. The deceased left behind extensive notes and a video, which police are investigating.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused Congress and its allies of using billionaire George Soros's funds to influence the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, labeling it treason. He also criticized the Congress-led Karnataka government for implementing a religion-based reservation quota and defended his governance approach.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned BRS working president KT Rama Rao and other officials concerning financial irregularities in the Formula E race case. The probe under PMLA investigates unauthorized fund transfers, with potential FEMA violations also being examined. Summons have been issued for January 2024.
A fresh encounter between terrorists and security forces erupted in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua, with three terrorists trapped. Following previous clashes that resulted in casualties, security forces have intensified search operations with aerial surveillance and sniffer dogs. Deputy Inspector General Shiv Kumar Sharma emphasized the commitment to the mission until the last terrorist is neutralized.
Ahead of the Global Investors’ Summit in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav outlines his govt’s plans to double the state’s economy in five years, turn it into the country’s most promising investment destination, stop braindrain, and inspire youngsters to be part of its growth story. MP’s time has come, he says in an exclusive interview to TOI.
A 16-year-old girl in Nigohan area, Lucknow died by suicide after being allegedly harassed by gram pradhan Navneet Rawat. Rawat, who had gained the girl's trust and later refused to marry her, is accused of threatening to make their private photos and videos viral. An FIR has been registered.
Following the deadly Pahalgam attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a stern warning, vowing to identify, track, and punish every terrorist and their backers. Speaking in Bihar's Madhubani, Modi declared India's resolve to pursue them to the ends of the Earth, switching to English to address the international community. ""Every effort will be made to ensure justice is done, entire nation is firm in resolve," he said.
Ravichandran Ashwin's shock retirement from Test cricket followed his benching in the Border Gavaskar Trophy opener. Captain Rohit Sharma revealed Ashwin considered retiring in Perth but was persuaded to stay. However, subsequent omissions possibly reignited his decision, prompting his departure mid-series.