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How list of India’s enemies killed in Pakistan is getting longer
LeT commander Abu Qatal’s killing was the result of infighting in Lashkar ranks. The shooting ends the months-long pause in ‘mysterious’ killings of terrorists in Pakistan who were high on India’s ‘persons of interest’ list
It’s Time India Stopped Hiding Its Fab Four
Astronaut-elects are ambassadors whose experiences can inspire young minds. But the Indian approach is to bar them from engaging with public. It makes no sense. US & others all celebrate their astronauts
Why India wants to build its own great wall, of trees
Gujarat to Delhi, it's a massive reforestation of the Aravalis to keep the Thar desert from advancing
- Vishwa Mohan
- TNN
For India, there is a bigger worry than US tariffs
The main impact on India will not be US tariffs. It will be the coming recession caused by Trump’s actions. That will depress the GDP of all countries, including the US and India.
Congress introduced 3-language policy. Why is it fighting it now?
Congress leader P Chidambaram’s accusation that the BJP has instigated an 'unprovoked' war with the south would have carried greater conviction had his party opposed the continuation of its failed policy
- Hasan Suroor
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
How Ranjani Srinivasan dodged US immigration and fled to Canada
Columbia University's Ranjani Srinivasan’s student visa was revoked by US immigration authorities. That was just the start of her odyssey
- Luis Ferre-SadurniHamed Aleaziz
- New York Times
‘I made history, but Sonia Gandhi refused to take my call’
In her autobiography In Pursuit of Democracy: Beyond Party Lines, the former Rajya Sabha deputy chairperson recalls being kept on hold for an hour after calling Sonia Gandhi in 1999 to share news of her election as IPU president. Heptulla left the Congress in 2004 following reported differences with Sonia Gandhi. She later joined the BJP
How India is making Yunus pay for his ‘landlocked Northeast’ comment
New Delhi’s withdrawal of the trans-shipment facility to Bangladesh comes in the wake of the increasingly ‘anti-India stance’ of the Muhammed Yunus-led interim government. MEA, however, says the privilege offered to Dhaka had begun causing significant operational issues at Indian ports and airports
- Team TOI Plus
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Is pressure to be a ‘good Muslim’ dragging Pak cricketers down?
The latest debacle at the Champions Trophy has again prompted questions in the Pakistani media about how important enthusiastic display of religiosity is in the country’s cricket team. Can a lack of willingness to wear your religion on your sleeve cost you a place in the team? And do cricketers use religion to shield themselves when things go wrong on the field?
- Team TOI Plus
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Took parents' property but not taking care of them? Trouble ahead for you
Madras high court has ruled that if a son/daughter goes back on the promise of taking care of their parents, they could lose the property received from them
- Sunil Baghel
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
They believe Covid vaccine killed their daughters. Now, SC has raised their hope for justice
The petition filed by two sets of parents, who lost their daughters soon after they were vaccinated, seeks a committee set up to study the side effects of Covid vaccines and compensation for their loss
- Lata Mishra
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
MUGs & Mrs: Kitchen patriarchy comes at a cost
Moral issues aside, the cost of Indian men demanding hot phulkas may have significantly impacted our GDP and contributed to India’s continued economic struggles
‘Yunus was behind Hasina’s ouster…It was a well-planned conspiracy…Process to East Pakistan has begun’
Awami League joint general secretary AFM Bahauddin Naseem, considered party’s second-in-command after Sheikh Hasina, tells Mohua Chatterjee in a phone interview that the “process to East Pakistan” has begun in Dhaka, that Hasina remains party leader, and that Yunus is “bound to create anti-India propaganda to stay in power”.
What pilots were discussing just before South Korean plane crash killed 179
A partial transcript reveals that the pilots were discussing alternate ways to land just before the deadly crash. With the black boxes having stopped recording four minutes prior to the crash, this exchange could be a crucial piece of the puzzle
- Grace MoonSelam Gebrekidan
- New York Times
Parwanoo to Shimla in 90 minutes: HP plans world’s longest ropeway
A proposal to link Shimla to Parwanoo could reduce traffic on the lone highway that connects the two cities and could also give tourists a far more scenic ride to the state capital.
- Bhavika Jain
- TNN
Not a VIP, how did Ranya Rao dodge frisking at Bengaluru airport multiple times?
Ranya, stepdaughter of a senior police officer, was arrested with gold worth crores of rupees at Bengaluru airport recently. It is alleged that the Kannada actress managed to bypass airport security checks using her stepfather’s influence multiple times in the past. This is what we know so far
He fondled her, tried to disrobe her: 'Attempt to rape' or just 'preparation'?
Justice Ram Manohar Mishra’s remarks on what constitutes an attempt to rape have drawn widespread criticism. However, Justice Mishra isn’t the first, there are precedents of high courts and even the Supreme Court passing similar judgments.
- Sunil Baghel
- TNN
Why many Indian students in US are getting emails asking them to leave
Multiple Indian students say they have received emails telling them to leave the US since their visas are no longer valid over minor criminal charges that were already resolved.
Why Trump’s tantrums will trigger a global nuclear arms race
There was always some doubt about America’s nuclear guarantees. But now Trump has made it clear that these guarantees should not be taken seriously and US allies are on their own
- Swaminathan S Anklesaria Aiyar
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Why Indian students in the US are cancelling their travel plans
Amid concerns that the Trump administration is likely to make visa and immigration laws more stringent, jittery Indian students are scrapping their travel plans over fears of no re-entry
- Prachi VermaNeil Ghai
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
‘If we dig 30,000 mosques looking for temples, are we moving forward as a society?’
First it was the RSS chief who warned India about the dangers of “looking for a Shivling under every mosque.” Now, RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has expressed concern over new mandir-masjid disputes every day taking our attention away from more important matter of nation building.
Which stocks are mutual funds buying, selling or holding
Large banks, NBFCs, select auto and pharma stocks are the top picks. A look at the detailed list below
- Prashant Mahesh
- ET Bureau
Thinking of studying in the US? Here’s why you should think twice
If the Trump administration has its way, American universities will no longer be hallowed centres for academic research and scientific breakthroughs
- Meghan O Rourke
- New York Times
Explained: What 9 months in space can do to a human body
It was an eight-day mission that turned into nine months. This is what Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore survived
- Team TOI Plus
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
She told friends she had access to her grandma’s bank account...and then the blackmail started
A 15-year-old girl was blackmailed for months by a youth who morphed her photos and forced her to withdraw Rs 80 lakh from her grandmother’s account. Eight people have been arrested and Rs 40 lakh recovered
- Mahesh Buddi
- TNN
The great glacier meltdown has begun — and it’s coming for our rivers
A new UN report warns that glaciers are melting at record speeds, threatening the water security of billions. From the Himalayas to the Andes, the collapse of Earth’s 'water towers' signals a deepening global climate and resource crisis
- Bhavika Jain
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Salaries cut, tortured, locked in dark rooms for days: Stories from Myanmar’s cybercrime dens
Nearly 200 Indians have been rescued from a notorious cybercrime hub in Myanmar’s Myawaddy region. Stranded in a Thai border town, they share with TOI their harrowing experiences of being lured into these illegal operations under the guise of legitimate job opportunities
East to West in 10 minutes? Mumbai’s boldest tunnel project explained
A ₹7,765-crore tunnel promises to slash travel time between Mumbai's P D’mello Road and Marine Drive from the current 30 minutes to just 10. But can the project overcome engineering hurdles, delays and cost overruns?
- Bhavika JainManthan K Mehta
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
How a boatman earned ₹30 crore in 45 days at the Maha Kumbh
Recalling the bustling crowds of the 2019 Kumbh, Pintu Mahara made a bold and calculated gamble: He took a loan and mortgaged the family jewellery to expand his fleet from 60 to 130 boats. And the gamble paid off big time
- Kapil Dixit
- TNN
The Hindu nation was fake. But its land grab in Bolivia was real
Emissaries of the United States of Kailasa, led by fugitive Swami Nithyananda, were deported after negotiating 1,000-year deals with indigenous groups in the South American country
- Mujib MashalMaria Silvia Trigo
- New York Times
Tariffs on hold, but not Trump’s trade wars
The bond market has not settled down even after Trump’s ceasefire. The spectre of financial meltdown is once again haunting markets, which no longer trust Trump or his financial wisdom
Aurangzeb row: What’s behind the history wars?
History and politics shape modern nationalism worldwide. India's debates on historical figures like Aurangzeb highlight complex national sentiments. Efforts to reshape historical narratives continue to face challenges, influencing contemporary politics and identity
Why a megaquake warning in Japan could be a warning for India too
Why Japan’s preparation for a possible 9-magnitude temblor should be a cautionary tale for India
- Labanya Maitra
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Who is to blame for ₹1,500cr accounting fiasco at IndusInd Bank?
It’s a tale of divergent accounting treatment within a bank, permitted at the time, and convenient choices that later proved expensive
- Sugata Ghosh
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
Coup rumours in Bangladesh: What history tells us and what it means for India
There have been rumours regarding the impending imposition of martial law or a state of emergency in Bangladesh. While the army chief has dismissed such speculation, India is keeping a close tab on events unfolding in the neighbouring country
- Team TOI Plus
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Is This The Right Waqf?
The system needed reform. But GOI’s solution, despite some good ideas, actually weakens regulation. And denying non-Muslims the choice to donate is problematic
Startups are paying thousands of crores to return to India. Here's why
Big names like Razorpay, Udaan, Pine Labs, Meesho and Zepto are 'reverse flipping', driven by the promise of better IPO prospects, streamlined compliance, and India’s booming economy
- Asmita Dey
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Decoding 6,000-Year-Old Language Can Bury North-South Divide
Work by an Indian cryptographer on the still-undeciphered Indus Valley script suggests Sanskrit may have been the root language. If true, it questions Aryan invasion theory as well as the north-south divide
Is it ok to have eggs if your cholesterol levels are high?
How healthy are eggs? Their nutritional reputation has had ups and downs. Here’s where it stands today, according to health experts
- Caroline Hopkins Legaspi
- New York Times
It’s not just the US. Tesla sales are cratering in China as well
Chinese customers who once flocked to Tesla are turning more and more to local brands that offer more efficient cars with better technology, sometimes at half the price
- Alexandra Stevenson
- New York Times
Explained: How close are we to treating a lipoprotein that can kill?
High levels of a lipoprotein that is believed to be behind sudden and inexplicable heart attacks and strokes could soon have multiple drugs to treat it
Why Fadnavis wants a Shivaji memorial in Agra to rival Taj
Shivaji Maharaj’s daring escape from Aurangzeb’s captivity in Agra is now at the center of a fresh political storm. As Maharashtra unveils plans for a grand memorial near the Taj Mahal, critics argue it’s a bid to reshape the city’s historical narrative
- Alka DhupkarRajesh Sharma
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
How one of India’s biggest jobs scandals was executed
It’s all in court records. Answer sheets went missing, candidates who had submitted blank answer sheets were selected, appointment letters were issued to those who did not even sit for exams. No wonder one of the court orders striking down the recruitment for teaching and non-teaching staff in West Bengal called the entire process ‘unashamedly’ manipulated
- Sunil Baghel
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Will Trump ban anti-India ‘Sikhs for Justice’ Biden turned a blind eye to?
Defence minister Rajnath Singh has apprised US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard of SFJ’s alleged links with Pakistani spy agency ISI as well as its ‘collaboration’ with the terrorist outfit Babbar Khalsa International
- Jayanta Kalita
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
After 5 years in deep freeze, why Naidu’s dream capital is hot property again
The Andhra CM has raised 1 lakh crore to revive Amaravati, his pet capital project, that was halted in 2019 when Jagan Reddy came to power. PM Modi is set to flag off the relaunch later this month
Beware of these four ways that cyber-scammers can steal your money
Screen sharing, call merging, call forwarding and voicemail — these are some of the tools criminals now use to steal your money and hack into your devices. Cyber security expert Amit Dubey explains how to stay safe
- Labanya MaitraKetki Angre
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Ratan Tata leaves more than ₹3 crore for home and office staff
While long-time cook gets ₹1 crore, butler gets ₹66 lakh and pet dog Tito gets ₹12 lakh. The industrialist’s will also directs the executors to waive off loans
When Sunil Gavaskar achieved Test cricket’s ‘moon landing’
On March 7, 1987, the legendary Indian opener achieved what no batsman had done before. Decades later, the achievement continues to be celebrated.
ChatGPT is destroying coding jobs in the US. Will IT jobs in India be next?
Not necessarily, if we can reengineer education and social norms to thrive – not just survive – in the AI age. Here's how
- TK Arun
- ET Bureau
With IPL bets in excess of $100bn, why Indian banks are struggling
India's IPL cricket frenzy is fuelling massive gambling, straining banks' IT systems, particularly due to the surge in real-time transactions via the UPI interface. Why this is an elephant in the room that needs to be tackled
- Andy Mukherjee
- Bloomberg