Shutdown: Congress votes to keep US government open

The measure was signed into law by President Joe Biden just hours before federal funding lapsed.

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Rome mayor election: Can Rome be rescued from the rubbish?

Piles of rubbish are one of the problems facing Rome as its residents vote for a new mayor this weekend

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Millions of households face 12% gas and electricity price rise

Standard energy bills rise by £139 a year and prepayment meter bills see sharper rise under new price cap.

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Shopping centre clinics to help tackle NHS backlog

They will be kitted out with equipment to carry out X-rays, breast screening, ultrasounds and scans.

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Botox-style injections and lip filler ban for under-18s in England

Campaigners say the new rules in England do not stretch far enough to protect everyone.

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Football Legend Pele Released From Hospital, Undergoing Chemo: Doctors

Brazilian football legend Pele was released from a month-long hospital stay Thursday after having surgery for a colon tumor, but will continue undergoing chemotherapy, his medical team said.

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Six turncoat MLAs put Congress in a spot in Rajasthan

Amid the pangs of its Punjab headache, Rajasthan has raised its hand to present Congress with a new problem to solve. Four of the six BSP-turned-Congress legislators from the desert state on Thursday reached New Delhi to seek "legal and political" support to save their places in the face of a Supreme Court petition challenging their assembly membership under the anti-defection law.

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After agri boost, monsoon set to withdraw from Oct 6

The four-month summer monsoon, which ended as a ‘normal’ rainy season on Thursday and is set to withdraw from October 6, leaves India’s agriculture on a good footing with the levels of soil moisture sufficient to support the rabi or winter crop at a time when the economy is still recovering from Covid.

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HC frowns on trial judge over quizzing of rape survivor

The Bombay high court has upheld the life term handed to three men for a 2010 gang rape of a young woman who “innocently took a lift from a man in a car’’ in Pune. However, it frowned on the trial court judge and public prosecutor for allowing the defence to put unnecessary questions to her involving graphic details during cross-examination.

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Road blockade by farmers inconveniencing commuters: SC

The Supreme Court on Thursday cited its own ruling that barred protesters from blocking public roads and said farmers’ grievances could be addressed either by Parliament or judiciary but they cannot be seen to cause harassment to commuters through sit-in dharnas on highways, hindering traffic to and from Delhi to neighbouring Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.

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Core sector grows 11.6% in August on low base effect

The eight core sectors grew for the sixth consecutive month in August led by robust expansion in cement, electricity, coal and natural gas segments, data showed on Thursday. The key infrastructure sector spanning coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertilisers, steel, cement and electricity grew an annual 11.6% in August, higher than the 9.9% in July.

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Congress crisis peaks as Capt says will quit party, senior leaders back Sibal

The crisis in Congress escalated on Thursday with former Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh saying he will quit Congress soon, and senior leader P Chidambaram joining veteran partymen Ghulam Nabi Azad, B S Hooda and Anand Sharma to criticise protests by a group of workers outside ‘G23’ leader and former Union minister Kapil Sibal’s house.​

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Newspaper headlines: 'Shaming of the Met' and 'never let him out'

Friday's papers are dominated by the sentencing to a whole life term of Sarah Everard's killer.

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Covid in Scotland: Vaccine passport app launch hit by problems

The NHS Scotland Covid Status app only became available to download at about 17:30 on Thursday.

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Greg Gilbert lead singer of Delays dies aged 44

The singer was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in 2016 and was taken off treatment in August.

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SC seeks Adani Power’s response to Gujarat Urja’s curative plea

The Supreme Court on Thursday asked Adani Power to respond within three weeks to Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam’s curative plea seeking reversal of the SC’s 2019 judgment upholding Adani’s decision to terminate its Mundra plant’s power purchase agreement (PPA) with Urja.

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Adani’s wealth surges 261%, now Asia’s second richest

India has added five billionaires every month in the last 12 months as the value of businesses such as chemicals, software and pharmaceuticals soared. Among the traditional billionaires, Gautam Adani (59) and family, with Rs 5.1 lakh crore (a 261% surge), for the first time has become Asia’s second-richest. His family has added Rs 1,000 crore a day over the last year.

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69% adults have got at least one jab, 25% fully vaccinated: Govt

As many as 31 states and UTs have covered more than 60% of their adult population above 18 with at least one dose of Covid vaccines and 25% of this cohort has received the full two doses. Overall, 69% of the total adult population of the country has received at least one dose of vaccine. As a share of the entire population, the coverage works out to 46% and India has administered 889 million shots.

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Musk, Bezos set to offer broadband in India

Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk, the world’s two richest businessmen, are set to take on Airtel’s Sunil Mittal and Reliance Jio’s Mukesh Ambani in the high-speed broadband and internet space as they have approached the Indian government with separate plans to offer satellite-based internet connectivity.

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Good summer monsoon and prediction of normal winter rains raise hope for record output in 2021-22 crop year

The four-month summer monsoon ended as ‘normal’ rainy season on Thursday by bridging the earlier deficit and its withdrawal from northwest India will start from October 6 - the second most delayed withdrawal after 1960, said India Meteorological Department (IMD) while predicting ‘normal’ winter (October-December) monsoon rainfall that occurs in south Peninsular India.

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Gloria Estefan says she was sexually abused aged nine

The singer reveals she was molested by a family member when she was a child at music school.

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E4 sorry for broadcasting wrong Married At First Sight episode

The channel says "ongoing tech issues" caused it to broadcast Wednesday's show rather than the finale.

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SC seeks Tirupati response on ritual ‘irregularities’

The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought response from Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) to a year-and-half old complaint by a devotee of Lord Balaji that irregularities have crept into the daily “puja and archana” in the temple causing consternation among devotees of the principal deity.​

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HC: Breastfeeding inalienable constitutional right of a mom

Breastfeeding is an inalienable constitutional right of a lactating mother and the right of the infant needs to be assimilated with the mother’s right, the Karnataka high court observed on Wednesday. It was disposing a batch of petitions filed by the biological mother and foster parents of a toddler.

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Top Rohingya Leader In Bangladesh Shot Dead: Police

Unidentified assailants on Wednesday shot dead a top Rohingya community leader in a refugee camp in the Bangladesh resort district of Cox's Bazar, officials said.

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"Balaji Devotees Have Patience": Chief Justice Counsels Petitioner

Stop threatening the Supreme Court registry to list the matter, Chief Justice of India NV Ramana told a petitioner who moved the court seeking an urgent hearing on the alleged irregularities in puja...

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Pre-primary kids to get midday meals too

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday scaled up the national mid-day meal scheme as ‘PM-POSHAN’ which will also cover students of ‘Balvatikas’ (pre-primary classes) and provide hot cooked meals to students of elementary classes in government and aided schools.

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India set to take part in SCO anti-terror exercise in Pakistan

India is likely to send a three-member team to participate in a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) anti-terror exercise in Pakistan next week, TOI has learnt. The Pabbi anti-terror Exercise 2021 is being held at Pabbi in Pakistan’s Nowshera district from October 3 under the aegis of SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) which seeks to promote counter-terrorism cooperation between SCO member-states.

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Second wettest Sept in 27 years bridges monsoon deficit

Above-normal rainfall this month, which turned out to be the second wettest September in the past 27 years, has almost bridged the deficit of the monsoon season with the cumulative rainfall showing the gap to be narrowed down from 9% on August 31 to merely 1% on Wednesday, indicating the four-month season may finally be logged as ‘near normal’ monsoon.

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Sidhu blames choice of new AG, ‘tainted’ ministers for quitting

The curious case of Navjot Singh Sidhu’s resignation as Punjab PCC chief within 10 days of his bête noire Amarinder Singh’s exit as CM unravelled on Wednesday when he declared the new-look Congress government’s choice of advocate general and the re-entry of “tainted” ministers into the restructured cabinet forced his hand.

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China outspends US, others in overseas belt and road projects

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Britney Spears' father suspended as conservator

Jamie Spears was removed after the singer alleged abuse, but another conservator remains in charge.

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JK Rowling table saved from cafe gutted by fire

The antique that sections of the Harry Potter books were written on is now being taken to a restorer.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Sarah didn't stand a chance' and 'women lose trust'

Thursday's papers lead with details of the murder of Sarah Everard who was abducted in London earlier this year.

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Many can stop anti-depressants without relapse

Staying on them reduces the risk of depression recurring but there's no guarantee, a study suggests.

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'Very special' to see Duke and Duchess in person

The visit to the Magee campus of Ulster University was an informal engagement, with the couple given a guided tour.

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Man Utd 2-1 Villarreal: Cristiano Ronaldo scores injury-time winner

Cristiano Ronaldo scores an injury-time winner as Manchester United come from behind to beat Villarreal in an action-packed Champions League Group F contest.

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Ghulam Nabi Azad Writes To Sonia Gandhi, Seeks Top Congress Panel Meeting

Amid a fresh crisis in the Punjab Congress, senior leader Ghulam Nabi Azad has written a letter to the party's interim president Sonia Gandhi, asking her to convene a meeting of the Congress Working...

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Punjab Reduced To "Tamasha", Says Arvind Kejriwal On 2-Day Ludhiana Visit

Creating political ground in an already politically heated state of Punjab with the Congress leadership in crisis, the AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday embarked on his 2-day visit to Ludhiana.

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IPL: All-round Bangalore thrash Rajasthan by 7 wickets

Royal Challengers Bangalore dished out a clinical display with both bat and ball to record a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League here on Wednesday, boosting their prospects of a top-two finish. Chasing 150, RCB completed the task with as many as 17 balls to spare.

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'Get well soon Sibal': Cong vs Cong shifts from Punjab to Delhi

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Celeb tracker: Today's 20 best celeb moments

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'Humiliated' Amarinder meets Amit Shah, sparks speculation about future political move

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Don't say 'panic' amid fuel crisis, Cabinet Office warns councils

Documents seen by the BBC reveal the government's messaging advice over petrol supply problems.

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Sebi fines Videocon’s Dhoot, two others for insider trading

Markets regulator Sebi has penalised promoters of Videocon Industries, Venugopal Dhoot and two of his investment companies, with a total fine of Rs 75 lakh for pledging Videocon shares without proper disclosure to shareholders and also for entering into off market transactions using inside information. The case relates to Sebi rule violations by these entities between April and September 2017.

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Month after month, Covaxin missing production target

Homegrown Covaxin was to play a major role in vaccination against Covid-19. But eight months after the vaccination drive began, only one in 11 Indians has managed to get the first indigenous vaccine. Bharat Biotech, which manufactures it, has failed to ramp up production at the pace it had envisaged.

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Switchover buzz as Amarinder in Delhi to meet ‘friends’

Former Punjab chief minister Captain Amarinder Singh arrived in Delhi on Tuesday amidst an intense buzz over a meeting with the BJP brass that might be a precursor to an alliance, even as his visit was termed as a personal one to meet “friends”.

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Switch hit: Sidhu quits as PCC chief; minister follows

In a switch hit that left Congress on a sticky wicket in Punjab again, cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu quit as PCC chief on Tuesday, followed by the resignation of new minister Razia Sultana “in solidarity” with him. Gulzar Inder Singh Chahal, who was made PCC treasurer soon after Sidhu took over, also put in his papers along with general secretary Yoginder Dhingra.

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Ordnance board to split up from Oct 1

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Paralysed woman to tackle London Marathon in motorcycle gear

Claire Lomas, who was paralysed after a horse riding accident, will tackle the course in a wheelchair.

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German coalition talks: Where Brits see a crisis, Germans find unity

Coalition governments are rare in the UK. Germany has had nothing but them since the end of the war.

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Hathras rape case: Prisoners in their own home, lives on hold, a village divided

The BBC revisits the family of a 19-year-old who died in India last year after reporting gang rape.

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CEO Secrets: Don't fire staff for making mistakes

Tech firm CEO Jeff Lawson warns bosses not to make hasty judgements about their employees.

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Turner Prize 2021: Salmon farming and neurodiversity explored

The work on display is from five collectives who help to "inspire social change through art".

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Archana Puran Singh Memes Trend Following Navjot Sidhu's Resignation

Actor and TV personality Archana Puran Singh, who had replaced Navjot Singh Sidhu on ''The Kapil Sharma Show'', started to trend on the internet after the cricketer-turned-politician''s resignation as...

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Labour conference: Starmer promises to get Labour back in business

The Labour leader will pledge more money for schools and mental health in his big conference speech.

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Iona Fyfe: Scots traditional singer was 'offered gig help in return for sex'

Award-winning singer Iona Fyfe says she was propositioned by a man from a well-known band when she was 20.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Forecourt punch-ups' and 'PM to save Christmas'

Wednesday's papers liken scenes at forecourts to the Wild West amid signs the fuel crisis is easing.

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Daniel Craig's last film as James Bond has royal premiere

Daniel Craig joins his co-stars - including members of the royal family - on the red carpet for his final outing as James Bond.

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IPL: Hardik Pandya Finds Form As Mumbai Indians Beat PBKS By 6 Wickets

Hardik Pandya finally showed glimpses of his destructive self as he brought Mumbai Indians back in play-off contention with the defending champions beating Punjab Kings by six wickets in an IPL...

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IPL: Hardik shows some form as MI beat PBKS by 6 wkts

Mumbai Indians won their first game after three defeats as they beat Punjab Kings by six wickets in Abu Dhabi. Punjab Kings managed a below-par 135 for 6 which MI surpassed in 19 over with Hardik Pandya scoring unbeaten 40 off 30 balls while Saurabh Tiwary top-scored with 45. With the victory, Mumbai climbed to the fifth spot in the points table while Punjab are now at 6th spot.

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What may have triggered Navjot Sidhu's resignation as Punjab Congress chief

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EC writes to Bengal govt over Bhabanipur violence

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Real Madrid 1-2 Sheriff Tiraspol: Champions League debutants snatch win

Sheriff Tiraspol produce one of the great Champions League shocks by beating Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.

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Women's and trans rights are not in conflict, says Angela Rayner

Her comments come as one delegate says she received transphobic abuse in the conference centre.

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Labour conference: Party promises to bring back neighbourhood policing

The shadow home secretary says Labour will "tackle anti-social behaviour" if the party wins power.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Fuel firms cash in' and Army called up amid crisis

Tuesday's papers lead with news that the Army is now on standby to assist with fuel deliveries.

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The testimony that convicted R. Kelly

Several women said the R&B superstar had attacked them and forced them into humiliating sex acts.

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2021 Force Gurkha Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 13.59 Lakh

The new Force Gurkha can be now booked as well for a token amount of Rs. 25,000 and customers will also have customisation options to further personalise the off-roader.

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Delhi Hotels Fined, Issued Notices For Closure Over Sewage Treatment

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee on Monday issued showcause notices for closure to three hotels in the city for violating environmental norms.

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Bharat Bandh paralyses Punjab, has limited impact elsewhere

Farm groups in Punjab, which have been at the forefront of the struggle against the Central farm laws, brought the state to near standstill on Monday as the Bharat bandh paralysed rail and road traffic, and business establishments were shut in all towns and cities. While the impact was less severe in Haryana, the western part of Uttar Pradesh saw some toll plazas being blocked and trains cancelled due to protests on tracks.

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With big guns, Army keeps combat posture along LAC

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IPL: Roy, Williamson star in SRH's 7-wicket win over Royals

Opener Jason Roy and skipper Kane Williamson struck confident half-centuries to shape Sunrisers Hyderabad's comfortable seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals as IPL play-offs calculations got a bit more complicated on Monday.

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Gaganyaan: Isro readies for CES test vehicle flights

The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) is preparing for multiple flights of the specially designed test vehicle that will be used to test the Crew Escape System (CES), which will be a crucial element of India’s first human space flight mission (Gaganyaan).

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5 most inspirational moments of Manya Singh

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Fuel supply: Army put on standby to ease pressure on petrol stations

Military drivers are being trained so they are ready to be deployed if necessary, the government says.

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Labour conference: Comrade Bercow makes debut

The former Commons Speaker picks up the left's lingo as he appears at his new party's event in Brighton.

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Centre To Borrow Rs 5.03 Lakh Crore Over Second Half Of 2021-22

The government plans to borrow Rs 5.03 lakh crore ($68.15 billion) in bonds during the October-March period to fund revenue gap, it said in a statement on Monday.

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Asked "How Much Did You Charge" For Global Citizen Event, Dia Mirza Replied

Without mincing words, Dia Mirza revealed she didn't charge a fee for being part of an event with a motto for raising awareness

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Here's how to check where you can fly your drone

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#ETimesCelebTracker: Today's 20 best celeb moments

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India successfully flight-tests new version of Akash missile

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Sikh body to back US officer if not allowed turban, beard

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'They just know how to fight': Out-of-control foot soldiers run amok, embarrass Taliban

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Germany election: Coalition talks begin after close election

The election is over but months of talks are just getting started to see who will be chancellor.

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Coronavirus: Social distancing to end in shops and theatres

However, ministers have not halted the 1m social distancing rule for hospitality venues.

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Shout, demand 50% quota in all spheres, CJI urges women

​At a time when the Union government is still at the proposal stage for reserving 50% panchayat membership for women, Chief Justice of India N V Ramana on Sunday strongly batted for 50% quota for women in all spheres of activity, urging them to “shout and demand” for this right.

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Singhu swells for today’s Bharat bandh

Mobilisation of farmers opposed to the new farm laws is in full swing for the Bharat bandh on Monday. Their presence at the Singhu protest site along the Delhi-Haryana border has considerably swelled.

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Last-minute drama over shortlist as 15 Punjab ministers take oath

A last-minute replacement, an abortive campaign to dislodge another from the shortlist and a public outburst by two disgruntled ex-ministers marked the swearing-in of new Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi’s 15-member Cabinet on Sunday, mirroring the drama of his own selection a week ago.

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Ahead of polls, Yogi revamps team to give it caste balance

BJP consolidated its ‘sawarn’ (upper caste), non-Yadav-OBC and non-Jatav-SC rainbow social coalition in UP, ahead of the 2022 UP polls, by inducting seven new ministers in an expansion of the Yogi Adityanath ministry on Sunday.

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China shows real intent, more PLA shelters come up on LAC

Seventeen months into the military confrontation in eastern Ladakh, China continues to build more troops shelters along the frontier as part of its ongoing overall consolidation of military positions and upgrade of air bases facing India.

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NHS waits: More people feeling forced into private healthcare

Increasing numbers are raising money to go private rather than wait for NHS operations.

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Ryder Cup: Thomas, Garcia & DeChambeau feature in best shots from final day

Justin Thomas, Sergio Garcia and Bryson DeChambeau all feature in the best shots of the final day as USA regain the Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin.

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3 Russian Fighter Jets Escort US Bomber In Pacific Ocean: Report

Three Russian SU-35S fighter jets have escorted a US B-52H strategic bomber which was approaching Russia's border in the Pacific Ocean, RIA news agency reported on Sunday, citing Moscow's Defence...

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Labour conference: Party to unveil plan to scrap business rates

Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves will promise a fairer property tax in a speech to Labour's conference.

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San Marino votes to legalise abortion in referendum

Over three quarters of voters approved changes to the total ban on abortion in the European enclave.

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The Papers: Army may deliver fuel amid petrol 'shambles'

Monday's papers are dominated by reports that soldiers could be called upon to deliver petrol to stations.

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Angela Merkel's Party Narrowly Loses To Rivals In Germany Election

Germany Election Result: "We are ahead in all the surveys now," the Social Democrats' chancellor candidate, Olaf Scholz, said in a round table discussion with other candidates after the vote.

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5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Philippines' Manila

A strong earthquake hit off the Philippines' main island Monday, but there were no immediate reports of damage, the US Geological Survey and local officials said.

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Angela Merkel Successor Reveals Vote Choice In Germany Election Blunder

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's preferred successor Armin Laschet of the conservative CDU/CSU bloc revealed his choice by mistake as he cast a ballot in Sunday's parliamentary polls.

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Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 winner: Arjun Bijlani bags the trophy

After weeks of thrilling, spine-tingling and daredevil performances and a few emotional moments too, Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 has come to an end. Arjun Bijlani, who was hailed as one of the strongest contenders of Khatron Ke Khiladi 11, has emerged as the winner of the season.

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IPL: Harshal hat-trick helps RCB crush MI by 54 runs

Glenn Maxwell justified his million dollar contract with an all-round performance before Harshal Patel took a hat-trick to ensure a thumping 54-run victory for RCB over MI. Maxwell (56 off 37 balls and 2/23) produced one of his better efforts in the IPL while Harshal (4/17 in 3.1 overs), the current Purple Cap holder removed Hardik, Pollard and Rahul off successive deliveries to defend a target of 165.

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US regain Ryder Cup with crushing win over Europe

The United States regain the Ryder Cup and are set to end up beating Europe by a record score at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin.

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In Which Shilpa Shetty Is Daughter Samisha's Loudest Cheerleader

Daughter's Day 2021: As a celebration of Daughter's Day, Shilpa Shetty shared a video from the previously held Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at her home

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Fuel supply: UK suspends competition law to get petrol to forecourts

It comes as the Petrol Retailers Association warns that up to two-thirds of its members are out of fuel.

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Switzerland same-sex marriage: Two-thirds of voters back yes

Nearly two-thirds have voted yes to the proposal, already law in most of western Europe.

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'Arteta could be next Wenger' - Arsenal boss reflects on 'special day'

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta reflects on "special day" after watching his side crush Spurs at the Emirates.

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Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham: Spurs 'overrun and embarrassed' in north London derby

Tottenham suffered an embarrassing 3-1 defeat in the north London derby, as Harry Kane failed to end his beginning-of-the-season goal drought.

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Gunners sweep past Man City to top WSL but 'too soon' for Blues to concede title

Arsenal reaffirm their title credentials with a classy 5-0 win over Manchester City at Meadow Park to go top of the Women's Super League.

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Channi’s new team likely to have 7 new faces

After days of hectic discussions and uncertainty, the Congress leadership finally arrived at a consensus on who all will join the Punjab cabinet. The list was cleared during CM Charanjit Singh Channi’s meeting with Rahul Gandhi that went on past Friday midnight. On returning from Delhi, Channi met Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit on Saturday, and 15 cabinet ministers will now be administered the oath of office at 4.30pm on Sunday.

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German elections: Voters decide who will take charge after Merkel

The election race could barely be tighter as voters decide who will run Europe's biggest economy.

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Ryder Cup: United States open 11-5 lead over Europe at Whistling Straits

The United States look set to regain the Ryder Cup after another dominating display on day two at Whistling Straits sees them open a six-shot lead over Europe.

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Rwanda genocide 'kingpin' Théoneste Bagosora dies in prison

Bagosora was serving a 35-year sentence for his role in the massacre of 800,000 people.

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'Why didn't he have a go?' Pundits bemused by 'negative', 'gun-shy' Joshua

Former British heavyweight champion Dillian Whyte says compatriot Anthony Joshua was "gun shy" as he lost his world titles to Oleksandr Usyk.

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Cyclone Gulab set to hit Andhra Pradesh, Odisha today

In a rare occurrence during September, a cyclone is set to hit the north Andhra-south Odisha coast on Sunday evening with expected wind speeds gusting up to 95kmph, the IMD has warned. The cyclone, christened ‘Gulab’, intensified from a deep depression over north Bay of Bengal on Saturday afternoon and is expected to make landfall by Sunday around Kalingapatnam, between Vishakhapatnam and Gopalpur, the India Meteorological Department said.

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‘Using terror as political tool dangerous’: PM Modi slams Pakistan at UNGA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expectedly had a message in his UN General Assembly address for Pakistan, as he slammed use of terrorism as a political tool, but equally significantly for China as he said the “reliability’’ of global institutions of governance, built over decades, had been hit by their handling of issues like Covid-19 origin and ‘ease of doing business’ rankings.

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Come, make in India: PM Modi woos global vaccine manufacturers

PM Narendra Modi on Saturday made an important effort to put India on the front-line of the global fight against Covid-19, by inviting global vaccine manufacturers to “come and make vaccines in India”. “I, today, invite vaccine manufacture around the world — come, make vaccines in India,” PM Modi said while addressing the 76th session of the UN General Assembly.

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IPL: Bishnoi, Shami set up Punjab's 5-run win over SRH

Young leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi snared three wickets as Punjab Kings dished out a clinical bowling display to beat struggling Sunrisers Hyderabad by five runs in a low-scoring but entertaining Indian Premier League match on Saturday. Chasing 126 for a win on a slow Sharjah Cricket Stadium track, SRH ended at 120 for 7 in 20 overs to end their hopes of making it to the play-offs.

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Usyk stuns Joshua to win heavyweight titles by unanimous decision

Oleksandr Usyk is the new unified heavyweight world champion after dethroning Anthony Joshua with an incredible performance in London.

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US, India firm up military ties despite not being treaty allies

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Hauliers and poultry workers to get temporary visas

Some 10,500 foreign lorry drivers and poultry workers will be able to work in the UK until Christmas Eve.

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Labour conference: Tax private schools to help poorer children, says Starmer

Labour will end the charitable status of private schools in England, saying it will raise £1.7bn.

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'It's what we dream for' - brilliant Bees hold Liverpool and spoil Salah's big moment

It was described as a "wild ride" and a "crazy game" as Brentford defied the odds to come from behind to draw with Liverpool.

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Vaccine Certificates To Have Full Birth Date For International Travellers

People who have taken both doses of Covid-19 vaccines and want to travel abroad will have a CoWin vaccination certificate with their full date of birth, National Health Authority (NHA) chief Dr RS...

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Dig at Pakistan, 'make in India' push: Key takeaways from PM Modi's UNGA address

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Queing up against dragon: 4 democracies vs China unfolds

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Daughters' Day 2021: Wishes, Messages, Quotes

We wish all our readers a very happy Daughters' Day, which will be celebrated tomorrow.

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ETimesCelebTracker: Best celeb pictures

#ETimesCelebTracker: Best celeb pictures

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In pics: PM addresses 76th session of UNGA

In his speech, the PM focused on global challenges such as the Covid-19 pandemic, terrorism and climate change. He also lauded the role played by India at the global stage in fighting the pandemic.

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Channel 4 goes off air after 'technical problem'

A still from a programme was shown for about 25 minutes before normal broadcasting resumed.

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Britain's Okolie retains WBO cruiserweight title with third-round knockout

Britain's Lawrence Okolie retains his world cruiserweight title with a comfortable third-round knockout of Dilan Prasovic.

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La Palma volcano: Visual guide to what happened

A series of maps and charts explaining what happened after an eruption in the Spanish Canary Islands.

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200-year-old palm comes down in Edinburgh Botanics renovations

The 60ft tree is too big to be removed from a hot house in renovations at Edinburgh's Botanic Gardens.

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Labour: Has Sir Keir Starmer stood by his pledges?

As Sir Keir prepares for his first in-person conference as leader, we look at the promises he has made.

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Can green energy power Africa's future?

Energy access is a big issue for businesses in Africa, but can the continent go green as well?

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Sustainable fashion: From the red carpet to our wardrobes?

Hannah Peel wore a sustainable dress to the Mercury Awards - but is the fashion industry changing?

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Huawei executive to be freed after deal with US prosecutors

The chief financial officer of Chinese telecoms giant Huawei reached a deferred prosecution agreement with US prosecutors Friday to avoid felony fraud charges, clearing the way for her release after nearly three years detention in Canada.

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Modi's visit: Biden gets proof of family ties to India

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China fumes at Quad, Indiasays it caused Galwan clash

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Attacked by a hyena: My advice for a fellow victim

Nine-year-old Rodwell Nkomazana lost an eye, his nose, and his upper lip when he was mauled by a hyena.

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Ros Atkins On… Germany’s Election Explained

Ros Atkins explains how Germany’s election works, the candidates and the issues at stake.

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Switzerland to hold referendum on same-sex marriage

Voters in Switzerland go to the polls this Sunday to decide whether to allow same-sex marriage.

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A look back at some of the most awkward moments at conference.

From Theresa May's incident-strewn speech in 2017 to Tony Blair sweating through his shirt.

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Week in pictures: 18 - 24 September 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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Joe Biden Announces "Quad Fellowship" At Leaders' Summit in Washington

Noting the excellent progress made by the Quad, US President Joe Biden on Friday announced a new "fellowship" for the students of the member countries to pursue advanced degrees in "stem programs" in...

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The Papers: 'Petrol panic' as 'transport chaos spreads'

Dominating Saturday's front pages is the ongoing supply chain crisis - and No 10's plans to tackle it.

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Couple Kills Granddaughter To Get Back At Neighbour For Implicating Son

An elderly couple were arrestedon Friday for allegedly killing their eight-year-old granddaughter to settle scores with their neighbour for implicating their son in a rape case, police said.

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Boy, 12, dies after being injured at Tamworth Snow Dome

The Health and Safety Executive has been informed of the incident in Tamworth, police say.

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Angela Rayner pledges fair pay talks between workers and bosses

Deputy party leader Angela Rayner will open Labour's conference with the party's offer to workers.

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Meng Wanzhou: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

After almost three years, Huawei's chief financial officer has had a US extradition request against her blocked.

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Indian Press "Much Better Behaved" Than US Press: Biden At Meet With PM

US President Joe Biden on Friday shared a couple of banters with Prime Minister Narendra Modi when they met at the White House for their first in-person bilateral meeting and said that the Indian...

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Prince Andrew's lawyers accept he was served with US case papers

Virginia Giuffre is claiming damages from Prince Andrew over allegations he sexually assaulted her.

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Homeless in London: 'People pretend they are not there'

Photographer Anthony Dawton has been documenting London's homeless population during the pandemic.

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Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis rehearsing without hearing music

Rose Ayling-Ellis and her dance partner Giovanni Pernice prepare for their first live performance.

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The Magic Circle appoints its youngest, and first female, president

Megan Swann, who does "environmental magic" is now the most senior magician in the UK.

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Singapore migrant workers are still living in Covid lockdown

The workers in Singapore are enduring one of the longest Covid confinement periods in the world.

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Fuel issues spark row over lorry drivers shortage

Some petrol stations closed on Thursday amid a driver shortage that has caused havoc with supply chains.

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Restaurants set to be banned from withholding staff tips

The government is set to make it illegal for hospitality bosses to withhold tips from their workers.

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Migrants freezing to death on Belarus-Poland border

The BBC finds stranded migrants facing sub-zero temperatures amid a row between Poland and Belarus.

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Gabby Petito case: FBI issues arrest warrant for boyfriend Brian Laundrie

The indictment says Brian Laundrie used a debit card that did not belong to him after her death.

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Police Asked To Act In ''Casteist'' Post Against Punjab Chief Minister

Taking suo-motu notice of remarks against Charanjit Singh Channi, the chairperson instructed the Director, Bureau of Investigation, to take action under relevant section of the Prevention of...

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Plea Over Rakesh Asthana's Appointment As Delhi Top Cop "Copied": Court

The Delhi High Court has termed as "copy-paste" a petition filed before it challenging the appointment of IPS officer Rakesh Asthana as Delhi Police Commissioner and warned the petitioner that such...

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Key trial of 5,000-km ICBM Agni-V in October

India will soon conduct another test of its most formidable strategic missile, the over 5,000-km Agni-V, even as work is still in progress to develop multiple-warhead capability for ballistic missiles. The “user-trial in full operational configuration” of the Agni-V missile, which carries a single 1.5-tonne warhead, will be conducted by the tri-Service Strategic Forces Command (SFC) in October, said sources on Thursday.

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‘At home’ vaccine for disabled, people with special needs gets govt nod

The Centre has allowed door-to-door inoculation for people with disability, special needs or any physical challenges that may be impeding accessibility to Covid vaccination centres. The Centre has asked states and UTs to facilitate vaccination for such people at home under supervision. Special needs will include persons who are bed-ridden or with restricted mobility. “We have written to all states on September 22.

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Fuming France cancels meet with Australia, India

A ministerial meeting of the India-France-Australia trilateral grouping scheduled on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session is now off the table, a fallout of AUKUS — a trilateral security pact between Australia, the UK and the US that has left Paris fuming. The trilateral ministerial would have seen external affairs minister S Jaishankar holding deliberations with his counterparts from Australia (Marise Payne) and France (Jean-Yves Le Drian). But France pulled out on the back of the formation of AUKUS.

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No OBC info in 2021 census as 2011 caste data unusable: Govt

The Centre Thursday told the Supreme Court it has decided not to enumerate Other Backward Castes as part of the 2021 Census as taking a headcount of castes other than Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes will be administratively extremely complex and cannot yield complete or accurate information.

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Three armed militants killed in Uri sector following infiltration bid

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India searches for its own space and pace amid global great power turbulence

India's effort to consolidate its equities in global power politics amid a medley of new international alliances and partnerships saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi meeting his counterparts from Australia and Japan for bilateral meets on Thursday ahead of the first ever in-person Quad summit to be hosted by United States President Joe Biden.

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Live: Prime Minister holds bilateral meeting with Japanese counterpart Yoshihide Suga

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington on Wednesday on a three-day trip at the invitation of United States President Joe Biden. This is Prime Minister's first visit abroad beyond the neighbourhood since the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak. During his visit, he will address the UN General Assembly and attend the Quad leaders' Summit as well as hold a bilateral meet with US President Biden at the White House. Stay with TOI for the latest developments

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The Papers: Fuel shortage warning and Sussex and the City

The arrest of a man on suspicion of the murder of Sabina Nessa also makes many of Friday's front pages.

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Labour conference: Party pledges to cap foreign sales of new homes

The party will set out the plan at its annual conference, arguing it will help first-time buyers.

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R Kelly lawyer compares him to Martin Luther King

The defence makes its final arguments in the singer's sex-abuse trial before the jury retires.

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Bilateral Ties Will Touch New Heights: PM Invites Kamala Harris To India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that India and America are "natural partners" as he held the first in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House during.

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Ministers examining how to fill food sector labour shortages

The government said it is "looking at options" to deal with labour shortages ahead of Christmas.

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Why are so many Haitians at the US-Mexico border?

Thousands of migrants are at the Texas-Mexico border. Here's what we know about why they are coming.

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Energy firms' collapse hits 1.5 million customers

Several energy suppliers, such as Avro Energy and Green, have gone bust in recent weeks.

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Covid debt: A baby, job loss - and now eviction

Tenants are being evicted due to rent arrears built up during the pandemic, an investigation finds.

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Extremists using video-game chats to spread hate

Campaigners say including extremist narratives among everyday conversations can be a pathway to radicalisation.

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The Papers: 'Winter of woe' and France rift deepens

The ongoing gas crisis and France's anger over a new UK-US-Australia military pact make the front pages.

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PM Modi Arrives In Washington Ahead Of Quad, UN Address: 10 Points

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who flew to the US at President Biden's invitation to participate in the first in-person summit of Quad leaders, has arrived in Washington. The PM, who has a packed...

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IPL 2021: Dominant Delhi Capitals Beat Sunrisers Hyderabad By 8 Wickets

IPL 2021: All-round Delhi Capitals beat SunRisers Hyderabad by 8 wickets to go top of the points table.

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Updates: PM On High-Level Visit To US Arrives In Washington

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a high-level US visit on Wednesday at the invitation of President Joe Biden and is scheduled to meet global CEOs today in Washington DC. The prime minister is...

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Admit women to NDA from this year itself: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Wednesday made it clear that a beginning, even though small, has to be made this year itself for the induction of female candidates into the National Defence Academy (NDA), and this could not be postponed till next year as sought by the Centre, which said it needed time till May 2022 to set up infrastructure and formulate a training module for female cadets.

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Will focus on Covid, terror & climate crisis at UN: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that he will focus on pressing global challenges, including the Covid-19 pandemic, need to combat terrorism and climate change in his UNGA address on September 25. As he left for the US on Wednesday morning, Modi said in his departure statement that he will look to strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership in his bilateral summit with President Joe Biden and exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

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Fed signals bond-buying taper coming 'soon'

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cleared the way to reduce its monthly bond purchases "soon" and signaled interest rate increases may follow more quickly than expected, with nine of 18 US central bank policymakers projecting borrowing costs will need to rise in 2022.

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IPL 2021: Delhi pace aces Sunrisers, reclaim top spot

With Rishabh Pant unbeaten on 35 off 21 and Shreyas Iyer (47* off 41) finishing the job pulling Jason Holder for a six in front of square, Delhi Capitals walked past the 135-run target with eight wickets and 13 balls to spare.

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UK accepts Covishield, but Indians to quarantine

The United Kingdom has included AstraZeneca Covishield in its list of accepted vaccines against Covid-19. However, as of now, that does not translate into relief for quarantine for fully vaccinated (with WHO-approved Covishield) travellers from India under the relaxed rules that come into force from October 4.

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Time for humanity to grow up on climate, says PM

The world is approaching a critical turning point, Boris Johnson will warn the UN's General Assembly.

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Apple Users Can Now Add COVID-19 Vaccination Status Card to Wallet

Apple Wallet is all set to allow users to add verifiable COVID-19 vaccination cards to the app as part of iOS 15 update. The iOS 15.1 beta lets users upload their vaccination status to the Health...

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Gun-toting Taliban seek Afghanistan's UN seat; world says no, not yet

A hirsute bunch of unelected, gun-wielding militants who go by the name Taliban, and who have overrun Afghanistan and disenfranchised half its population, are seeking to represent Kabul at the United Nations. Early word from the global community: No. Not any time soon.

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As UP poll looms, freeze on price hike begins to pinch oil cos

State-run fuel retailers have started losing money as they have held back upward revision in pump prices on verbal ‘nudge’ from the oil ministry, which appears to be avoiding giving opposition a political stick in the run up to the crucial UP assembly election.

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'Traveling should be made easier via recognition of vaccine cert'

PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for recognition of vaccine certificates so that international travel could be made easier. He said this while virtually addressing the global Covid-19 summit. "We also need to focus on addressing the pandemic’s economic effects. To that end, international travel should be made easier, through mutual recognition of vaccine certificates," PM said.

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Joe Biden aside, PM Modi to meet Kamala Harris

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Unveiling of LIVA Miss Diva 2021: Red Carpet

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Labour conference: Keir Starmer sets out what he stands for in essay

The Labour leader writes 11,500 words on how he would change the UK, ahead of his party conference.

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Kriti's Prep For Ganapath Is Most Intense Episode Of Her "Sweat Series"

On Koo, Kriti Sanon shared glimpses of her prep sessions for Ganapath and oh boy, does it look intense

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Pen Farthing: Charity Commission scrutinises Afghan animal rescue

Around 150 animals were evacuated to the UK, along with Paul "Pen" Farthing and animal shelter staff.

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Catalogue of errors led to £1bn of state pension underpayments

The National Audit Office says 134,000 pensioners, mostly women, were affected by a preventable scandal.

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Overprescribing of medicines must stop, says government

Some prescribed treatments are unnecessary and even harmful, says government-commissioned report.

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'No clear end to HS2 cost and delays' say MPs

The Public Accounts Committee is "increasingly alarmed" about key parts of the rail project.

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Maha: Guv, CM engage in letter war over crime against women

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Taliban takeover forcing heroin surge into India?

International druglords are desperate to pump in prodigious quantities of heroin into India, officers of security and anti-smuggling agencies said. They said that the druglords fear confiscation of the heroin stock by the Taliban. Apart from staggering financial losses, the druglords also face the prospect of summary execution if caught by the Taliban.

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HC: Horoscope mismatch no reason to back out of marriage

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New travel rules: India warns UK of reciprocal steps over vaccine ‘discrimination’

“Covishield is a licensed product of the UK company, manufactured in India of which we have supplied five million doses to the UK,” said Shringla, pointing to the inconsistency in the rules announced by the British government. According to the new rules, Indian travellers who have received both doses of Covishield vaccine manufactured by Serum Institute of India will be considered unvaccinated and will have to self-isolate for 10 days.

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‘Blackmailed over morphed pic with girl': Giri’s ‘suicide note’

"I came to know that Anand Giri was going to share with the public a morphed photo that showed me with a girl. Anand asked me that once these allegations spread, how many people will you prove your innocence to? I have lived a life of dignity… and I can’t live with the humiliation that I will be subjected to…" said the suicide note, which was found in Bhagambari mutt along with Giri’s body on Monday.

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The Papers: UK-US trade deal speculation and energy bill fears

The focus is on the future of UK-US trade after the Washington DC meeting between Boris Johnson and Joe Biden.

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Macron dials Modi as French US, Oz ties plunge into crisis

French President Emmanuel Macron dialled PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday to talk about strengthening cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and also boost, as Macron’s office said in a statement, India’s strategic autonomy. The phone conversation with Modi and the French readout, was being seen as a message by an enraged France to the US and others who consider India one of their most important partners in the Indo-Pacific.

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IPL: Tyagi scripts incredible two-run win for Royals against Punjab

Fast bowler Kartik Tyagi bowled a sensational last over as Rajasthan Royals pulled off an incredible two-run win over Punjab Kings in an Indian Premier League (IPL) thriller on Tuesday. Punjab required four runs off the last six balls but Tyagi dismissed Nicholas Pooran (32) and Deepak Hooda (0) and gave away only one run to snatch the win for his team from the jaws of defeat.

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Chopper crash kills 2 more as military awaits replacements

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Mahant Narendra Giri death: SIT formed; disciple booked

"Truth will eventually prevail but by then my image would have been tarnished...So I am going to commit suicide and Anand Giri, Adya Tewari and his son Sandeep Tiwari will be responsible for it," he has further explained the reason for his extreme step. There were reports of his 'video' message which he had recorded just before his death as well, but police didn't officially confirm its existence.

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Five times Kareena was the most stylish mother in B-Town

Kareena Kapoor Khan has been a trendsetter right from her first film. Be it her choice of roles and films or her sartorial picks--the actress never follows anyone's lead and believes in making heads turn with her own take on everything. This is what sets her apart from other actresses. Bebo, as she is fondly called, continues to make waves even now. Though she is now a mother of two, she hardly looks like one. As she turns a year older and even more gorgeous today, we take a look at how she is hands-down the most well-dressed mom in B-Town. Take a look:

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Gabby Petito: Body found in Wyoming is missing 'van life' blogger

A coroner says the 22-year-old's death was a homicide but gives no details as to how she died.

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Boris Johnson and Joe Biden meet at White House

The talks between the UK prime minister and US president come as a possible trade pact is considered.

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Sharon Graham: Unite leader to skip Labour conference

Sharon Graham insists she is not snubbing party leader Keir Starmer but it's a matter of priorities.

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"Wake-Up Call": Germany Joins Chorus Supporting France On Submarine Row

The US and Australian decision to strip France of a submarine supply contract was a stark reminder the EU must bolster its own capacity to act independently of its allies, Germany's Europe minister...

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US Defence Secretary Thanks India For Cooperation In Afghan Evacuation

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin in a phone call with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has thanked India for its cooperation during the recent evacuation from Afghanistan, the Pentagon said

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Museum of the Year: Colchester gallery Firstsite wins £100,000 prize

Alongside top exhibitions, its café became a canteen offering free school meals during the pandemic.

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Harry Styles haunts Noel Gallagher with win at Ivor Novello Awards

It's eight years after Noel Gallagher praised the event because "clowns like One Direction" don't win.

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The Papers: Gas crisis 'spirals' and 'sleepover massacre'

Continuing concerns over soaring gas prices dominate Tuesday's newspaper front pages.

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Increase climate change commitments, Boris Johnson to urge Joe Biden

Boris Johnson is meeting US President Joe Biden in the Oval Office in Washington DC on Tuesday.

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Wally the wandering walrus is spotted in Iceland

The 800kg mammal had not been seen for more than three weeks.

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IPL 2021: Clinical KKR Thrash RCB By Nine Wickets In Abu Dhabi

Kolkata Knight Riders outplayed Royal Challengers Bangalore in Abu Dhabi, registering a comfortable nine-wicket win on Monday.

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Kangana Ranaut accuses Javed Akhtar of extortion, threat

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Shell firm used to smuggle Rs 20,900cr Afghan heroin

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Amazon probing bribery complaint in India: Report

Amazon is said to have launched a probe after a whistleblower raised a complaint against its legal representatives for their role in allegedly bribing Indian officials., a report said. It also said an independent advocate in Delhi, who works with Amazon as an outside counsel, was the one who funnelled the money paid by Amazon to bribe government officials.

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‘Racist, biased’: Indians slam new UK travel curbs

The UK government’s new travel rules, which do not recognise people vaccinated in India as being “fully vaccinated”, have been blasted as “offensive”, “bizarre” and “racist”. The new rules mean people vaccinated in India will still have to home quarantine for 10 days in the UK when those vaccinated in scores of other countries will not.

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Under fire, Congress says will fight Punjab polls under both Channi, Sidhu

A row erupted in Punjab Congress on Monday after senior leader Sunil Jakhar slammed AICC state in-charge Harish Rawat for purportedly saying the party would go to the 2022 polls under the leadership of state unit chief Navjot Singh Sidhu. Opposition BJP promptly latched on to Jakhar’s statement to question the Congress claiming credit for installing a Dalit Sikh CM, saying Channi would only be keeping the seat warm for a few months.

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Pandemic study reveals lack of trained health personnel

A report by the World Health Organisation and Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) underlines India's skewed skill-mix ratio in the health workforce with wide variations across states and the report estimating the overall nurse to doctor ratio at 1.7:1 and that of allied health workers to doctors at 1:1. These estimates further deteriorate if qualifications are considered and given weightage.

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AUKUS won’t impact Quad, US tells India

The US on Monday briefed India on its new trilateral AUKUS military pact with the UK and Australia, stressing it will not detract from either the bilateral cooperation with New Delhi or multilateral ones like the ‘Quad’. There are some concerns that AUKUS could dilute the strategic cooperation envisaged under the Quad, relegating the quadrilateral grouping to just issues like climate change, Covid-19 vaccines and the like.

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Pimlico Plumbers sold to US firm Neighborly

The deal will see founder Charlie Mullins offload his 90% stake in the group.

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CBeebies: Channel appoints George Webster as new host

The appointment of 20-year-old George Webster prompts praise on social media from viewers.

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Rahul Gandhi Created History In Punjab: Navjot Sidhu On New Chief Minister

Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu on Monday said Rahul Gandhi has created history by making Charanjit Singh Channi the first Dalit Sikh Chief Minister of the state.

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IPL 2021: Clinical KKR outplay RCB, win by nine wickets

An authoritative Kolkata Knight Riders bossed Royal Challengers Bangalore from the beginning to the end to record a convincing nine-wicket win in their Indian Premier League match on Monday.

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Pornography case: Court grants bail to Raj Kundra

Adv. Swapnil Ambure and Adv. Prashant Patil representing Kundra and Thrope, said in a statement to ETimes that the bail was strongly opposed by the prosecutor who stated that granting the men bail, would lead to women in society would feeling "unsafe."

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US President Biden to meet PM Modi for bilateral talks on Sept 24 on margins of Quad

US President Joe Biden will hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the margins of the Quad meeting in Washington on Friday, the White House revealed on Monday. Biden will also meet separately with Japan's Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, it said.

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Why Cong is on defensive over 'dalit CM' move in Punjab

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Canada resumes direct flights to & from India after 5 months

Air Canada has restarted Delhi-Toronto non-stops with a new protocol where WHO-approved vaccinated passengers must undergo an RT-PCR or a rapid PCR test within 18 hours of boarding its flights from the Covid-19 Testing Centre and Lounge at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 3.

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Narendra Giri, chief mahant of Akhara Parishad, found dead in Math

Police claimed to have recovered a suicide note from his room. They also claimed that Mahant Giri has accused one of his disciples Anand Giri of ‘mental torture’ which forced him to take the extreme step.

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Rakhi Sawant's husband Ritesh to be a part of Bigg Boss 15

Rakhi Sawant's husband Ritesh will be making his first public appearance on Bigg Boss 15. When Ritesh was told that Salman Khan and other inmates of Bigg Boss were looking for him but he did not appear, Ritesh said, "It was due to my business. That’s why I could not fulfil my commitment."

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Probe launched into Afghan interpreter data breach

More than 250 people seeking relocation to the UK were mistakenly copied in to an email from the MoD.

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Giving birth under the Taliban

Pregnant women, new mothers and infants are bearing the brunt of a worsening healthcare crisis.

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Can apps manage our chronic health conditions?

A Swedish tech firm has created an app to help alleviate people's joint pain.

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Canada election: What you need to know about the campaign

Canadians are voting on Monday and Justin Trudeau's party faces a stiff challenge to retain power.

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In Rare Occurrence, Bees Kill 63 Endangered Penguins In South Africa

A swarm of bees has killed 63 endangered African penguins on a beach outside Cape Town, the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds said on Sunday

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Emmys 2021: List Of Winners - The Crown Off To A Great Start

Emmy 2021: The awards are taking place at the Event Deck at LA Live, an indoor-outdoor venue

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Aukus: France pulls out of UK defence talks amid row

Paris is angry after Australia cancelled a submarine contract in favour of a new deal with UK and US.

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Russia's Ruling Pro-Putin Party Wins Majority After Crackdown On Critics

Russia's ruling United Russia party, which supports President Vladimir Putin, retained its majority in parliament after a three-day election and a sweeping crackdown on its critics, despite losing...

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ED to quiz 3 'dons' linked to SP & BSP

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Rice with zinc, wheat with protein to fight malnutrition

Rice having excess zinc and wheat enriched with protein and iron, are among 17 new biofortified varieties of crops that have been developed and released for cultivation. These new varieties of 16 different crops seek to reduce malnutrition as they are a source of staple diet rich in micronutrients. These are 1.5 to 3 times more nutritious than the traditional varieties.

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Taliban mustn’t allow terror safe haven: Saudi minister

The Taliban have a responsibility to deliver stable inclusive, governance in Afghanistan, said Prince Faisal bin Farhan al Saud, foreign minister of Saudi Arabia, on his first visit to India. They have to fulfill the commitments they have made to the international community and not allow transnational terror groups to take root, he added.

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Gas price rise: Government considering loans for energy firms

Boris Johnson says market forces should be "very swift" in resolving issues caused by recent gas price increases.

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Killamarsh deaths: Man arrested after four bodies found

A murder investigation is under way after the bodies were discovered in Killamarsh, Derbyshire.

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Covid live: Weekly cases drop 15%, lowest in 6 months

India recorded a 15% drop in fresh Covid-19 detected in the week ending Sunday, the lowest weekly count in more than six months, with Kerala numbers declining by a steep 21%. The sharp fall in infections were mainly due to numbers dropping in Kerala, which still accounted for 62% of all cases in the country. Stay with TOI for all updates.

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After day of drama, Channi is Punjab’s first Dalit Sikh CM

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Folic acid to be added to UK flour to help prevent birth defects

It is estimated that fortifying flour with folic acid could prevent up to 200 birth defects a year.

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Russia election: Putin's party heads for victory amid vote fraud claims

The pro-Kremlin United Russia party is on course to win amid allegations of fraud.

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Benjamin Netanyahu Suggests Biden Fell Asleep Meeting New Israeli PM

Israel's former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested in a Facebook video posted on Sunday that US President Joe Biden had fallen asleep when meeting the new Israeli leader Naftali Bennett last...

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Taapsee Pannu's Physique In This Pic Leaves Fans Awestruck

Taapsee Pannu will be seen in more than one sports drama in the near future.

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Congress Leaders Fear Ripple Effect From Punjab Turmoil

The rapidly unfolding events in Punjab are likely to have wide ramifications for the Congress with party insiders fearing a groundswell of dissension in other states following the "unsavoury" exit of...

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iQoo Z5 Price in India Leaks, Launch Tipped for September End

Qoo Z5 is tipped to launch in India at the end of this month priced under Rs. 30,000 in India. The phone is confirmed to launch in China on September 23. It is teased to pack a 5,000mAh battery and...

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Punjab: Congress replaces Captain, but will it win the test?

Clinching the political process in Punjab within two days by putting a Dalit in the chief minister's post is a bold move that will face the test of ousted chief minister Amarinder Singh's angst and whether a "stop gap" choice can help prepare Congress for the assembly elections next year. The state Congress remains a hub of conflicting egoes and searing ambitions, and it would be up to chief Navjot Sidhu to put the house in order.

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SIIMA 2021 Telugu winners' full list

South Indian International Movie Awards, also known as the SIIMA Awards, is one of the most prominent entertainment award ceremonies in India. It rewards the artistic and technical achievements of the South Indian film industry.

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UK energy company seeks funds to stay afloat

Bulb, the UK's sixth largest energy provider, is seeking funds due to price rises in wholesale gas.

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Baby squirrel abandoned on Cambridge patio bonds with carer

The squirrel, named Paquito, formed an unexpected friendship with his temporary carer.

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Nadine Dorries: Best-selling author, nurse, reality star and, now, cabinet minister

Mistrusted by some in the arts, the new culture secretary is said by a colleague to be "up for the fight".

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Fake Paralympians boss: 'I didn't know about cheating'

The man fined for sending non-disabled athletes to the Sydney Paralympics breaks his silence.

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Should schools retain online parents' evenings?

Parents and teachers seem to agree it is the number one innovation worth keeping post-lockdown.

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Canada election: Why it’s easier to vote in Canada than the US

Things like advanced voting and federally-run elections make it easier for Canadians to vote.

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SpaceX Capsule With 1st All-Civilian Crew Splashes Down Off Florida

The quartet of newly minted citizen astronauts comprising the SpaceX Inspiration4 mission safely splashed down in the Atlantic off Florida's coast on Saturday, completing a three-day flight of the...

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ED: Maha ex-minister Khadse generated Rs 50L tainted cash

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'Prominent actor' evaded Rs 20cr tax, violated FCRA: I-T

Income tax searches on the premises of a "prominent actor in Mumbai" has revealed tax evasion to the tune of more than Rs 20 crore, the income tax department claimed on Saturday without naming the actor. The reference is believed to be to the I-T searches conducted on premises of Sonu Sood and his associates last week.

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How Sikh factor worked for, against Amarinder

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Need to Indianise judiciary, make it litigant-friendly: CJI

After 70 years, the Indian judiciary is readying itself to break from the colonial and foreign procedural and jurisprudential influence as CJI N V Ramana laid emphasis on effecting radical changes to enable courts and its stakeholders create a friendly atmosphere and use a language familiar to litigants from rural areas. "The working and the style of courts do not sit well with the complexities of India," he said.

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Punjab: ‘Humiliated’ Captain retires hurt, Sidhu in race to take crease

"I had made a decision in the morning. I had a word with the Congress president (Sonia Gandhi), and I conveyed it to her that I will resign today. 'I am sorry, Amarinder," said Sonia Gandhi when I spoke with her," Amarinder Singh told the media after handing his resignation to Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit. While several names were doing the rounds, Congress sources said there was a strong possibility of Sidhu replacing Captain.

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Students must have say over online learning - regulator

The higher education regulator says students must have a say on how much of their teaching is online.

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Migrants in Texas: Thousands moved to processing centres

More than 10,000 people have gathered under a bridge in Del Rio, a Texas border town.

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Get an Eiffel of this performer walking the line in Paris

Nathan Paulin walks along a 70m (230ft) high slackline attached to an iconic French landmark.

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The papers: Truss 'wades into row' and plea for calm over gas prices

The foreign secretary intervening in a row over the UK's new defence pact is among the lead stories.

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4 SpaceX Space Tourists Set To Return To Earth

The four private space tourists aboard a SpaceX capsule are due to return to Earth on Saturday night, touching down off the coast of Florida after three days of orbiting the planet.

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Use domain knowledge to frame, execute policies: PM

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Kabul bomber was held in Delhi 5 yrs ago: IS mag

Islamic State Khorasan Province has claimed that the Afghan suicide bomber who carried out the Kabul airport blast that killed around 170 people, including 13 US Marines, in August, was caught in Delhi five years ago. The suspect, who was assembling IEDs for carrying out what could have been the first suicide bombing by IS in the country, was flown back to Afghanistan after being captured in a covert operation.

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Boxer Amir Khan removed from US flight

The Briton was asked to leave the plane at Newark airport after a reported row over face coverings.

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Strictly champ Oti Mabuse goes for hat-trick with rugby star Ugo Monye

Oti Mabuse and Ugo Monye's rivals include the show's first all-male pair - John Whaite and Johannes Radebe.

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Relatives Of Afghan Family Killed In US Strike Want Face-To-Face Apology

A top general admitted the attack was an error, and US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin apologised to the relatives of those killed.

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Planes turned into graffiti canvasses by street artist

Street artist Jim Vision had an idea for what to do with planes that have ended their flying days.

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Week in pictures: 11 - 17 September 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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Lib Dem conference: Sir Ed Davey gambles on targeting Tories

The Lib Dems are facing a battle to get heard at their online conference but they are in good spirits.

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Strictly Come Dancing: 15 things we learned from the stars of 2021

A round-up of 15 things we learned from this year's Strictly Come Dancing celebrities.

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Muriel Gardiner: The heiress who saved countless lives

Muriel Gardiner's courage fighting fascism in Austria inspired an Oscar-winning film. Who was she?

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WHO Emergency Approval For Covaxin Delayed Till October 5

World Health Organisation's (WHO) approval for the emergency use authorisation (EUA) to COVID-19 vaccine Covaxin, developed by the Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech, is likely to be delayed till October...

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The papers: Holiday bookings 'surge' and gas price rises

A boom in holiday bookings following a change to England's travel rules is among the stories leading the papers.

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France Recalls Ambassadors From US, Australia Over Submarines Row

France has recalled its ambassadors to the US and Australia for consultation, Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian announced Friday, after Canberra ditched a deal to buy French submarines in favour of...

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GST council agrees to keep fuel out for now

The GST Council on Friday reduced the levy on several life-saving medicines, agreed to correct the tax structure for several products - ranging from textiles and footwear to pens - and unanimously concluded that there was no need to include petrol and diesel under this tax regime for now. Finance minister Sitharaman clarified that it was the result of a high court directive which wanted the GST Council to look at the issue.

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Low pressure systems to keep monsoon active till Sept end

Friday was the expected date for the start of monsoon retreat, but it is likely to stay energised till at least the end of this month. "The monsoon is not likely to withdraw by the end of this month due to the likely formation of two cyclonic circulations over the Bay of Bengal and their west-northwestward movement across central and adjoining northwest India," said Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, head of IMD.

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ED: Deshmukh legitimised tainted cash via 18 shell cos

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Uddhav's remark on BJP mantris sparks alliance speculations

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray sparked fresh speculation across political circles about a possible remaking of the Shiv Sena-BJP alliance after he referred to Union ministers Raosaheb Danve and Bhagwat Karad from BJP as potential "future colleagues." Former CM Devendra Fadnavis, however, ruled out the possibility of the former saffron allies coming together.

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France recalls envoys to US, Australia over sub deal

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EAM distances govt from Rawat's China statement

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Covid-19 live: India sets new world record with over 2.5 crore vaccine doses in a day

India set a new world record on Friday with over 2.5 crore vaccine doses administered across the country, surpassing the previous record of 2.47 doses by China in June. Karnataka administered the highest number of over 26.9 lakh vaccine doses, followed by Bihar with more than 26.6 lakh doses. Stay with TOI for all updates.

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Google abusing position, playing unfair: CCI probe

Competition Commission of India has said Google is guilty of adopting anti-competitive, unfair and restrictive trade practices in the mobile operating system and related markets. The probe found Google India guilty of stifling competition and innovation to the detriment of the market as well as consumers in order to maintain its grip and dominance in search, music, browser, app library and other key services.

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Only civilians killed, Kabul strike an error: Pentagon

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SC recommends new CJs for 13 high courts

The SC collegium led by Chief Justice of India N V Ramana on Friday recommended appointment of eight high court judges as chief justices of various HCs and transferred five HC chief justices as head of other HCs, thus taking steps to put in place new chief justices in 13 states. The collegium also recommended transfer of 28 high court judges from their present HCs to other HCs.

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Watch: West Ham Star Dribbles From Own Half And Scores Stunning Solo Goal

Europa Conference League: Declan Rice scored an outrageous solo goal during West Ham United's 2-0 win against Dinamo Zagreb at the Stadion Maksimir.

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How To Chop Onions Like A Pro | Easy Tips To Chop Onions

We all know the feeling of cutting onions and crying in that process. But with this easy hack, you can stop your onion tears.

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Ronapreve: 'Most vulnerable' to get new Covid drug next week

Antibody therapy Ronapreve, given to Donald Trump, will be given to eligible NHS patients in hospital.

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Pele: Brazil football legend 'recovering well' says daughter

Brazilian legend Pele is "recovering well" from a recent operation, his daughter says. after media reports he had been readmitted to intensive care.

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Oasis Knebworth 1996: 'We had no fear'

Noel Gallagher on the new film marking 25 years since his old band's era-defining gigs.

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Party political conferences: What to expect this year

Our guide to what conferences are, when and where they're taking place, and what's likely to happen.

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Jamie Campbell: We need more stories from outside London

A new film tells the story of a boy who lives on a council estate and is obsessed with drag.

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Canada federal election: The man who could topple Trudeau

The new Conservative leader has tied Justin Trudeau in the polls with a pitch to moderate voters.

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Australia Says More US Troops To Come, Eyes Missile Work

Australia said Thursday that more US troops will rotate through the island nation and that the allies will cooperate on missiles, the latest joint steps amid shared concerns over a rising China.

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Taliban Bans Women Employees From Entering Ministry In Kabul

The Taliban have barred female employees from entering the Ministry of Women Affairs in Kabul, allowing only males into the building, an employee of the ministry said.

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Long Covid less common than feared - ONS study

One in 40 people has some long-lasting symptoms, Office for National Statistics data suggests.

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The Papers: Double-jabbed 'holiday joy' and defence pact challenged

Changes to travel test rules and the fallout from the UK's submarine pact are among the front-page stories.

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Mumbai: Health workers and politicians take to booster Covid dose

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Lyra McKee: Two men charged with murder of journalist

The men, 21 and 33, have been charged over the shooting in Londonderry's Creggan estate in April 2019.

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Andrew Neil: I was minority of one at GB News

The ex-BBC presenter who quit the channel says people can decide themselves if it is too right wing.

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Deepika Reveals Her "Favourite Song" Is Diljit's 'Lover.' His Response

Diljit Dosanjh dropped his recent track Lover on the Internet last month

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Sunil Mittal to reach out to rivals including Ambani

After years of an intense price war, telecom czar Sunil Bharti Mittal on Thursday vowed to reach out to rivals, including billionaire Mukesh Ambani, to collaborate on issues such as infrastructure sharing, as he sought to build on the reforms package announced by the government to nurse the bleeding sector back to health.

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Covid: Italy to require all workers to show 'green pass' certificate

New rules mean workers must show they are vaccinated, have tested negative, or recovered from Covid.

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Reshuffle: Boris Johnson hands out dozens of junior roles

Boris Johnson moves more ministers as one ousted MP warns the new top team may lack experience.

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Afghanistan's singers flee Taliban violence

The BBC spoke with six singers who crossed to Pakistan illegally and are now living in hiding.

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Telangana Congress Chief Apologises For Shashi Tharoor Remark. He Replies

After outrage by some Congress leaders over a media report quoting party's Telangana unit chief Revanth Reddy making a derogatory reference to senior leader Shashi Tharoor.

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New rating system downgrades India in terms of climate action

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Guj: CM Patel keeps home; none from Rupani govt retained

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Centre defends Asthana appointment as Delhi Police Chief in HC

Justifying the appointment of Rakesh Asthana as Delhi Police Commissioner, the Centre told the Delhi High Court that he was given charge because he had the exposure of complexities of governance and knowledge of nuances of broad canvas policing. In an affidavit filed before the High Court, the central government said that no officer of the appropriate seniority with balanced experience was available in the Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram and Union Territory (AGMUT) cadre.

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PM slams critics of Central Vista project

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Celeb Tracker: Today's 20 best celeb moments

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The 22-year-old who took on a housing giant and won

As a new report claims dilapidated housing can kill, the BBC meets an unlikely champion for tenants.

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Covid: The lives upended by Australia's sealed border

Eighteen months after Australia shut its border, people reveal tales of separation and despair.

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Alex Murdaugh: The hot shot US lawyer and the hit man

Months after his wife and son were found dead, police say a lawyer arranged a hit - on himself.

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Foreign students struggling to pay for UK university

The pandemic has made studying in the UK more expensive for some international students

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Help: Channel 4 drama examines 'undervalued' care workers during pandemic

A new Channel 4 film starring Jodie Comer and Stephen Graham is set in the early days of the pandemic.

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India is looking to raise new ‘rocket force’ for missiles, says Gen Bipin Rawat

Warning that China is becoming very aggressive, and would soon step into Afghanistan after friendly overtures to Iran and Turkey, Gen Bipin Rawat on Wednesday said India needs an integrated national security architecture to deal with two hostile neighbours, non-contact technological warfare and internal security challenges.

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Live: Moderna says Covid-19 vaccine protection wanes

For the seventh consecutive day, fresh Covid cases reported from across the country remained below 40,000. Stay with TOI for the latest developments

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Most office workers will never return full-time, survey says

Most people do not believe workers will return to the office full-time, according to new YouGov research.

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Call for investigation of menstrual changes after Covid jabs

There is no evidence of any impact on fertility - but research will help to counter false claims.

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Nicki Minaj's COVID-19 Vaccine Claim Is False: Trinidad Health Minister

Trinidad and Tobago Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh on Wednesday criticized as "false" the claim by American rapper Nicki Minaj that a person on the Caribbean island suffered swollen testicles...

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iPhone 13 Series, iPad, iPad mini: Price in India at a Glance

iPhone 13 series have been launched. The new Apple lineup comprises iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Alongside, Apple Watch Series 7, the 9th-generation iPad and the...

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Covid-19: Pope puzzled about vaccine hesitancy in the Church

Pope Francis says most people at the Vatican are vaccinated except for a "small group".

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Microsoft's passwordless plans lets users switch to app-based login

Microsoft says users can delete all passwords from their accounts and use a different login system.

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The Papers: PM 'wields axe' as he 'lays ground for next election'

Thursday's front pages are dominated by Boris Johnson's major reshuffle of his cabinet.

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Twinkle Khanna's Birthday Wish For Son Aarav Is Everything

"My beautiful birthday boy," wrote Twinkle Khanna

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UK, US and Australia launch landmark security pact

The three nations agree to share advanced technologies, including nuclear-powered submarine know-how.

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Afghanistan: Life under Taliban rule one month on

Secunder Kermani looks at life in northern Afghanistan, four weeks after the militants seized power.

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IPL: Bumrah, Suryakumar Are "Quarantine Neighbours" In The UAE. See Pic

Mumbai Indians shared a picture on their social media handles of "quarantine neighbours" Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav in their Abu Dhabi hotel.

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Watch: The Stunning Southern Lights, As Seen From Space

Astronaut Thomas Pesquet shared a time-lapse video of the southern lights or aurora australis on social media.

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Watch: Jesse Lingard's Disastrous Back-Pass Sparks Meme-Fest On Twitter

Champions League: Jesse Lingard stole away the headlines with a horrendous back-pass which turned out to be a perfectly executed assist for Young Boys' winner against Manchester United in the...

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Live: Taliban's Baradar says reports he was hurt are false

A group of Afghan diplomats from the deposed government in Kabul has issued a first-of-its-kind joint statement calling on world leaders to deny the Taliban formal recognition and chiding them for "leaving our people at the mercy of a terrorist group." Stay with TOI for the latest developments

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Manchester Arena Inquiry told police failed in response to bombing

Police "failed" in their response to the Manchester Arena attack in 2017, an inquiry hears.

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Richest 10% in India own over 50% of assets: NSS

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SC: Won’t reopen settled issues on promotion quota

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Strictly Come Dancing: How Rose Ayling-Ellis will hear the music

EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis will become the show's first deaf contestant later this month.

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Hushpuppi - the Instagram influencer and international fraudster

How Nigerian Ramon Abbas went from a romance scammer to a so-called "Billionaire Gucci Master".

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CEO Secrets: 'You can run a business and have a baby'

Planning for a maternity leave when you're the boss of a fast-growing company.

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Miss Ireland 2021: First black winner 'proud' of crown

Pamela Uba moved to the country as a seven-year-old - now she's making history after taking the title.

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To Trump voters, chaos in Afghanistan 'another betrayal' by Biden

Democrats who turned to Trump in rural Kentucky see US withdrawal as proof Biden can't be trusted.

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Samantha's Note Is A "Self-Appreciation Post." See What She Wrote

"I am superhuman for pulling through today's workout," wrote Samantha Ruth Prabhu

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Kitchen Tips: How To Purchase Jaggery - Expert Tips To Avoid Adulterated Gud

Did you know, jaggery, available in the market, can often be adulterated or impure? Here's an easy tip to check and avoid impure jaggery.

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Parents warn of tsunami of school-anxiety cases

Cases of crippling school anxiety preventing attendance are spiralling, support groups say.

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Pennies back in production as cash is hoarded during Covid

No new 1p coins were made by The Royal Mint in 2018 and 2019 but returned to production last year.

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'I learned to read again to get a new job'

New research found that low levels of literacy costs workers an extra 18 months in lost earnings.

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Gleision: Call for inquest into mining disaster 10 years on

The families of four miners who died when water flooded the Gleision drift mine say questions remain.

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Gleision: 'Guilt of surviving mine disaster with me forever'

A decade on from the Gleision mine disaster, two men who survived still carry the weight of the tragedy.

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ISI-Dawood terror plot to target many cities foiled

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Haiti PM Ariel Henry banned from leaving country amid murder inquiry

Charges are sought against Ariel Henry over alleged links with a suspect in the president's killing.

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Faroe Islands: Anger over killing of 1,400 dolphins in one day

Hunting is under scrutiny after more than 1,400 dolphins were killed in one day - a reported record.

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The Papers: PM's 'plan for the worst' and 'back to panic stations'

Boris Johnson's strategy for tackling Covid during autumn and winter dominate Wednesday's front pages.

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JEE Main Result: 44 candidates score 100 percentile

18 candidates are on Rank 1

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Apple's iPhone 13 series: Price, availability and more

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Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: Visarjan With Jeetendra And Family

Ganpati Visarjan 2021: "See you sooner, in our everyday lives and back home with us! #ganeshutsav #visarjan," Tusshar wrote in the caption

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IndiGo Bullish On New Non-Stop Int'l Routes On Single-Aisle Aircraft

IndiGo, India's largest private sector airline, turned optimistic about new non-stop international routes on its single-aisle A-320/A-321 series aircraft. In an exclusive interaction with NDTV, the...

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Russia election: Opposition crushed ahead of managed polls

Exiled or disqualified, opposition voices warn of a government stitch-up in this week’s elections.

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Eye on China, India set to cement Africa defence ties

With China making deep inroads into Africa, India now plans to institutionalise a biennial conclave with the defence ministers of different countries of the continent.

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SC reserves order on mode of inquiry into Pegasus row

The Supreme Court on Monday said it will pass orders this week on the nature of inquiry into the Pegasus controversy after being disappointed by the Centre’s refusal to file a detailed affidavit despite taking time twice, only to come back and reiterate readiness to set up an independent technical committee to examine alleged use of the spyware for snooping.

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At UN, India offers support to Afghanistan but doesn’t pledge money

Asserting India will stand with the Afghan people, foreign minister, S Jaishankar said it was essential that humanitarian assistance providers are accorded unimpeded, unrestricted and direct access to Afghanistan that would include regular commercial air operations.

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6 Chinese grenades recovered on J&K NH

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Biden to host first in-person Quad meet for PM

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Scrap Covid tests for most travellers, says industry

The government has "choked off" travel trade and 70% of firms plan redundancies, says Abta.

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The Papers: 'Jabs blitz' for winter as over-50s 'get boosters'

Many of the front pages focus on the expansion of the vaccine rollout as part of the PM's winter plan.

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'It was rolling back the years... with a little help from my mum' - how Townsend got his belief back

Andros Townsend credits his mum for the wonder strike which helps Everton beat Burnley and continues their unbeaten start to the season.

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Andy Murray: Emma Raducanu's US Open win 'very special', says three-time Grand Slam winner

Emma Raducanu's "very special" US Open win has gives British tennis with a "huge opportunity" to attract more people to the sport, says winner Andy Murray.

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Fully Vaccinated People Account For Only 1% Of Covid Deaths: UK Data

People who were fully vaccinated against COVID-19 accounted for only 1 per cent of all deaths involving coronavirus in England in the first half of this year, new official figures show on Monday.

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AAP Leaders Launch UP Campaign With Prayers At Ayodhya Ram Temple

AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh offered special prayers at the Ram Janmabhoomi and Hanumangarhi temple in Ayodhya as they launched the party's campaign for the 2022 Assembly elections in...

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Climate change: World now sees twice as many days over 50C

BBC research finds the number of days passing 50C has doubled in the past 40 years.

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Tanya Fear: Missing Dr Who actress found safe in LA

Tanya Fear was reported missing by friends and family, who said she had not been seen since last week.

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Liverpool star gives fan his kit after chance meeting while having X-rays

A "shocked" teenager met Liverpool's Harvey Elliott after they were both injured playing football.

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Could China, Russia Emulate US Military Equipment? Donald Trump Says Yes

Lashing out at the Biden administration's handling of US drawdown from Afghanistan, former President Donald suggested that China and Russia could make use of US military equipment left behind in the...

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Biden To Host PM Modi, Other Quad Leaders On September 24: White House

US President Joe Biden will host a first in-person summit of leaders of the "Quad" countries - Australia, India, Japan and the United States - next week, the White House said on Monday.

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Covid-19: India crosses 75 crore vaccine doses

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Uttar Pradesh: Girl jumps off train to escape custody, dies; 3 cops suspended

A police sub-inspector and two constables were on Monday suspended for dereliction of duty leading to the death of an 18-year-old girl who jumped off a moving train with her 27-year-old male companion to escape police custody.

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Brace for more Covid surges: When will coronavirus pandemic end?

Almost everyone will be either infected or vaccinated before the pandemic ends, experts agree. Maybe both. An unlucky few will contract the virus more than once. The race between the waves of transmission that lead to new variants and the battle to get the globe inoculated won’t be over until the coronavirus has touched all of us.

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Covid jab rollout for 12 to 15-year-olds to start in schools in England

Parental consent will be sought for the programme for children aged 12 to 15, the government says.

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Taylor Swift: 'Lovely' pop star poses for selfies in Belfast

Wildest Dreams came true when the American pop princess visited the city.

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4 Killed As Russian Passenger Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Siberia

Four people were killed when a small Russian passenger plane with 14 passengers and two crew on board made an emergency landing in a forest in southeastern Siberia on Sunday, the emergency ministry...

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Government Pushing Delayed Rail Freight Corridor Project

Government has sought list of all components of freight corridor project which have been delayed due to orders of judiciary.

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Garden photography reveals a world of hedgehogs and foxes

Ola Maddams used a remote camera to capture natural scenes in her garden.

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Jesse Lingard takes control of a Rainbow Six Siege esports team

The footballer believes his experiences on the pitch will translate to the online world.

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The pressures - and rewards - of being an influencer

Running your own popular YouTube channel can be lucrative, but it comes with downsides.

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India appointed three top women judges. Is it too early to celebrate?

Appointment of three women to India's Supreme Court is being hailed as a "historic moment".

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Kenyan influencers paid to take 'guerrilla warfare’ online

Shadowy financiers are closing down a once democratic space on Twitter for political debate in Kenya.

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Watch: Djokovic Smashes Racquet In Frustration During US Open Final Loss

US Open Final: Novak Djokovic had a frustrating outing on Sunday, losing to Daniil Medvedev in straight sets.

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Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee Joins Koo

Trinamool Congress (TMC) general secretary Abhishek Banerjee has today joined social media platform Koo, an Indian microblogging site available in several regional languages and English.

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NHS sparks pride but one in five go private, survey finds

The charity Engage Britain polled more than 4,000 British adults on their attitudes to the NHS.

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The Papers: PM 'to rip up virus rules' and a gong for Raducanu

Boris Johnson's winter plan and calls for an honour for the teenage tennis ace make the front pages.

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Ashley Cain urges men dealing with depression to 'talk about it'

Ashley Cain urges men dealing with depression to 'talk about it' after the loss of his eight-month-old daughter to leukaemia.

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Festivals: Period facilities are needed at live events

Menstruating at lives event can be "dehumanising and daunting", festival-goers say.

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The first hate-crime attack after 9/11

The story of the first American to be killed in the backlash - a turbaned Sikh man in Arizona.

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The Biff, Chip and Kipper books adapted into TV show

From the classroom to the small screen; meet the actors playing Biff, Chip and Kipper.

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The epicentre of Britain's pandemic house price boom

House prices have surged in many parts of the UK - and in one district they have risen by 29% in a year.

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US Open: Daniil Medvedev Stuns Djokovic To Win Maiden Grand Slam Title

US Open Final: Daniil Medvedev cruised past Novak Djokovic in straight sets on Sunday, to win his maiden Grand Slam title.

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US Open: Novak Djokovic loses to Daniil Medvedev in New York

Russia's Daniil Medvedev wins his first Grand Slam title by shattering Novak Djokovic's hopes of completing a calendar sweep of the majors in a one-sided US Open final.

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Ronaldo? Lukaku? Both? Who made Garth Crooks' team of the week?

Which defender looks 'menacing' in the opposition area? Who looks imperious? Which 'boy can play'? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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Ravi Shastri, Support Staff Likely To Leave England On Wednesday: Report

England vs India: Ravi Shastri and his coaching staff could leave for India on Wednesday if they have two negative RT-PCR tests.

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Navjot Sidhu Urges Punjab Chief Minister For Action On Farmers' Demands

Punjab Congress president Navjot Singh Sidhu on Sunday wrote a letter to Chief Minister Amarinder Singh, urging him to take action on the demands raised by 32 farmer unions at the meeting with the...

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Emma Raducanu's hometown celebrates US Open win

The 18-year-old tennis star from Bromley, London, is Britain's first women's Grand Slam singles champion since 1977.

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Disha Patani's Lip-Smacking Lunch Will Give You All Sorts Of Cravings; Take A Look

Known for her fitness regime and toned body, Disha Patani enjoyed a delicious cheat-meal this week.

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Delhi Rain This Year Highest In 46 Years, Says Weather Official: Report

Record heavy rains lashed many parts of the national capital on Saturday, making it the wettest monsoon season in 46 years and causing extensive waterlogging that affected operations at the Delhi...

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The Papers: Jabs at school in two weeks and travel tests axed

The papers report on vaccine plans for 12- to 15-year-olds and travel changes for the fully jabbed.

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Photographer's images 'like ghosts coming out the mist'

Guy Bellingham uses a 170-year-old technique to produce striking photos in remarkable detail.

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‘I offered them a snake, but they gave me a zoo’

Roughly 40% of the animals at Rutland Zoo come from other rescues.

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'I care about the climate but my dad works in the oil industry'

Stephanie worries about climate change, but her dad is a senior employee at BP.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'breaking free'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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BJP Wants To Impose RSS Agenda In India: Haryana Congress Chief

Haryana Congress chief Kumari Selja said on Saturday that the Central and state governments of BJP want to impose the agenda of RSS in the country.

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US Open highlights: Emma Raducanu beats Leylah Fernandez to win maiden Grand Slam

Watch the best shots as Emma Raducanu wins the women's US Open to become the first British female winner at Flushing Meadows since Virginia Wade in 1968 and the first qualifier in the Open era to win a Slam.

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TUC: Jobs at risk if UK fails to hit carbon emissions target

Trade bodies and unions say the UK is slipping behind other nations on green investment.

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Last Night Of The Proms: Accordion tangos end season on a joyous note

The Last Night concert ended with a tribute to the "healing and uplifting power of music".

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'A remarkable achievement at such a young age' - the Queen leads congratulations to Raducanu

The Queen leads the congratulations to Emma Raducanu after the 18-year-old clinches the US Open title with victory over Leylah Fernandez.

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US Open: Emma Raducanu beats Leylah Fernandez to win maiden Grand Slam

Emma Raducanu ends Britain's 44-year wait for a women's Grand Slam singles champion as she beats Leylah Fernandez to win the US Open.

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Air India Express: Deadly plane crash blamed on human error

Failure to follow procedures contributed to last year's crash at Calicut airport, investigators say.

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Venice Film Festival: Abortion drama wins top prize

Audrey Diwan's Happening is set in 1960s France but comes amid debate over strict new laws in Texas.

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Emma Raducanu wins US Open - watch the winning moment

Watch the moment Britain's Emma Raducanu beats Canada's Leylah Fernandez to win the US Open women's singles final in straight sets.

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US Open: Raducanu Beats Fernandez To Win Historic Women's Singles Crown

British teen sensation Emma Raducanu defeated Canada's Leylah Fernandez in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3, to win the US Open women's singles title.

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ECB likely to write to ICC to decide on outcome of 5th Test

After a COVID-19 outbreak in the Indian camp, senior players expressed their apprehensions to both BCCI and ECB on playing and the Test was called off with India leading 2-1 after four Tests. It is understood that ECB will press for a forfeiture of the fifth Test which would allow them to claim the compensation from the insurance company.

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US commemorates 9/11, head bowed literally and geo-politically

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9/11: 10 powerful quotes that encapsulate US war on terror

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Bullying probe recommends Bishop Anne Dyer should leave role

Bishop Anne Dyer faces claims of bullying and that her Aberdeen and Orkney diocese is "dysfunctional".

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Covid: UK expats struggle with Australia lockdowns

People who left the UK to settle in Australia tell what life has been like during six lockdowns.

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Manic Street Preachers: 'A Design For Life saved us'

The Welsh band on Trojan horse tracks, losing Richey Edwards and finding a new piano-pop direction.

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Why is the UK waiting when others are jabbing young teens?

Concerns over a very rare heart side-effect are giving vaccine experts pause for thought.

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Ethiopia: The country where a year lasts 13 months

Five things you may not know about Ethiopia's unique calendar and cultural heritage.

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Can Raducanu end 44-year drought? Briton and fellow teenager Fernandez set for US Open final

Emma Raducanu seeks to become the first British woman to win a Grand Slam singles title in 44 years when she takes on fellow teenager Leylah Fernandez in the US Open final.

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Children Of Parents Killed On September 11 Follow Them On Wall Street

The children of 9/11, some 3,000 in number, are grown up now and chasing their own dreams.

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Epic Games to appeal US ruling in Apple app store fight

Epic Games said Friday it will appeal a US judge's ruling that loosened Apple's control over app store payments, but did not brand the tech giant's dominance as a monopoly.

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Taliban must adhere to commitments on terror: India at UN

Describing the situation in Afghanistan as "very fragile", India told the UN on Thursday it is important that the Taliban adhere to their commitment of not allowing the use of Afghan soil for terrorism, including by UN-designated terror groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Muhammed.

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Live: 'Afghan flights into US suspended because of measles cases'

The US has halted all US-bound flights of Afghan evacuees from two main bases overseas for unspecified “health safety concerns,” a move US officials warn will have a severe impact on the evacuation operation, according to a US government document seen Friday by The Associated Press. Stay with TOI for all updates:

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Agnès Buzyn: France ex-health minister under investigation

Former health minister Agnès Buzyn is investigated for "endangering lives" after leaving her role.

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Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: Big B, Madhuri And Others Post Festive Greetings

The 10-day-long festival is celebrated with utmost joy and fervour

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'BJP, RSS weakening, breaking J&K's composite culture'

Calling for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused BJP and RSS on Friday of "breaking the composite culture" of the erstwhile state and that this made him "sad".

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China opens purse to seduce Asean after building new rail & road links

China is unleashing its buying power to lure Myanmar, Singapore and the rest of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) to its side within two weeks of inaugurating rail and road linkages with Myanmar.

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Tollywood actor Sai Tej meets with a road accident

Telugu film actor Sai Dharma Tej has reportedly met with a serious accident while riding a sports bike at Madhapur cable bridge in Hyderabad. Post-accident he was found seriously injured and reportedly lost his consciousness. Now he is reported to be out of danger after being shifted to the Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad for ICU treatment and for a speedy recovery.

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