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On Camera, Man Slaps Doctor, Attacks Staff Inside Telangana Health Centre

The man is seen slapping the doctor twice before turning towards another staff member and assaulting him as well.

Maharashtra Public Service Commission Secretary Removed After Exam Leak Allegations

An order issued by the state General Administration Department said Harpalkar, a secretary-rank officer, had been appointed to the MPSC post on deputation for two years.

UAE Official Calls flydubai Attack "Terrorist Act", Praises Smit Machchhar

Presidential adviser Anwar Gargash said on X that Smit Machchhar, an Indian national, was a "true hero" and deserved "every appreciation".

700 Detained As Delhi, Mumbai See Big Protests Against Gyanesh Kumar

At the centre of the protests are issues related to the Election Commission and the SIR)that has struck off crores of 'inactive' voters across the country.

She sails a boat: Farmer after daughter wins Asiad team bronze

Sheetal Verma, hailing from a rural background, achieved a bronze medal in sailing at the Asian Games. She partnered with Harshita Tomar, and together they overcame significant challenges during the competition. The medal was initially thought to be fourth place but was later secured due to a disqualification of the Chinese team. Their accomplishment brings pride to their humble family in Mahudia, where celebrations remain understated.

Arrested from across country as Punjab police fan out to bring LPU violence accused to book

US job growth slows sharply in September, unemployment rate rises to 4.2%

The US job market showed signs of struggle in September, with a mere 29,000 jobs being added and unemployment rising to 4.2 percent. This news surprised analysts and led to corrections in past employment figures. Despite steady employment in sectors like healthcare and construction, the increase in average hourly earnings to 3.0% provided little comfort.

Asian Games Medal Tally: Historic hockey, wrestling golds power India into top 5

India now have 16 gold, 25 silver and 35 bronze medals, taking their overall tally to 76 medals. They are currently fifth in the standings, behind China, Japan, South Korea and Uzbekistan. China continue to lead the medal table with 162 gold, 81 silver and 73 bronze medals, for a total of 316 medals. Japan are second with 71 golds, 83 silvers and 85 bronzes, while South Korea are third with 33 golds, 39 silvers and 62 bronzes.

Relief, Concern, Surname: What Indians Searched For On Smit Machchhar

As the news about the flydubai incident went viral, millions of people were searching about Captain Smit Machchhar. A deep dive into Google Trends data reveals a remarkable look at human curiosity, relief, national pride, and some familiar Indian internet habits.

Hyderabad Man Vandalises Temple, Attacks Priest, Strikes Idol With Sticks

Police are conducting a medical examination and mental health check-up of the accused.

'Everyone Trains, This Took Courage': Smit Machchhar's Ex-Colleague On His Heroics

"Whatever situation we handle, we handle as a team... But here the scene is totally different because the danger is in the cockpit itself," said Teena Goswami, who worked with Smit Machchhar at SpiceJet before he joined flydubai.

‘Sometimes there are blind spots’: Nihal Sarin looks back at Chess Olympiad loss

Welcome to the third instalment of TimesofIndia.com's interview series looking back at India's medal-winning campaigns at the Chess Olympiad in Samarkand. After speaking to the two captains of the open and women's teams, we turn to Nihal Sarin, who clinched a silver medal with the open team. In an exclusive interaction, the 22-year-old looks back on the painful loss to eventual champions Uzbekistan, his miss, the memories he takes away from this Olympiad, and much more.

Illinois farmer earns $120,000 a year from 10 wind turbines

Grain farmers across rural America are increasingly finding financial relief through payments from wind turbines placed on their land. These earnings serve as a buffer against the ups and downs of crop pricing, while also bolstering local government funding. Yet, the introduction of wind turbines is not without its challenges, as it breeds discord between farmers who benefit and those who feel left out.

Ohio man allegedly took $3m from investors for fake ticket scheme

An Ohio man pleaded guilty to running a fake investment scheme that prosecutors say defrauded five victims in Ohio and Florida of more than $3 million. John E. Brown II promoted supposed “rolling code ticket packages” linked to sports and theme-park experiences, but the investment did not exist. Prosecutors said he used investors’ money for personal expenses, including about $1.375 million in casino transfers.

Jayden Daniels opens up about dislocated elbow ahead of Commanders vs Colts

Jayden Daniels, the Washington Commander’s star quarterback, has been dealing with a tough injury in his left elbow ahead of Week 4.

From papads to pitches: NCERT brings startup lessons to Class IX

A new chapter on startups and entrepreneurship has been introduced for Class IX students in NCERT textbooks. The chapter emphasizes the growth of India's startup ecosystem over the past decade. It includes important lessons on identifying business opportunities and creating effective business plans. Entrepreneurial stories, including those of Lijjat Papad and Mohan Singh Oberoi, illustrate key concepts.

Gold's Rs 1.5 lakh price drives buyers to silver who get 650g silver at same price

At current prices, 10 grams of 24-karat gold costs around Rs 1.5 lakh, an amount that would buy approximately 650 grams of silver. With gold prices remaining prohibitively high for a large section of middle-class buyers, the white metal is steadily attracting attention. High gold prices have made the precious metal out of reach for several people.

Plane Crash Would Have Sent Wrong Message: Smit Machchhar's Father-In-Law

Smit's father-in-law said that the fact that the plane didn't crash despite the Omani pilot's attack was nothing short of a miracle.

'Whoever sent pilot will pay heavy price': Netanyahu's warning after flydubai attack

One Pass, Two Modes: Hyderabad Launches Common Card For Bus, Metro

The initiative aims to make public transport more convenient and encourage commuters to shift to mass transit.