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Ashwin Ramaswami, the first Gen Z Indian-American running for a US State legislature, has raised over USD 280,000, which is considered to be a substantial figure at the state level. Ramaswami, 24, has outraised his incumbent opponent Shawn Still by 22 times in the latest filing period from Feb 1 to April 30. While Ramaswami raised over USD 146,000, his opponent raised only USD 6,400. The two are running for the State Senate in the District 48 of Georgia. According to the latest public campaign finance report, Ramaswami has raised a total of over USD 280,000 and has USD 208,000 cash on hand, his campaign said. “Our latest reports are further evidence that our community values honesty and integrity in our leadership above all,” said Ramaswami, a second-generation Indian-American who has built a career in software engineering, election security, and technology law and policy research. “We've built a grassroots campaign with unprecedented momentum to ensure we elect a leader who will serve our communities first and foremost: funding our schools, supporting our small businesses, preparing us for the technology of the future, and protecting the right to vote,” he said. “Our community will never forget Shawn Still's utter lack of leadership and integrity when he tried to overturn Georgians' votes in 2020,” said Ramaswami. “Experience matters significantly, and it's clear that Shawn Still has the wrong kind of experience,” he said. The young Indian-American's campaign has also been endorsed by Congresswoman Lucy McBath of Georgia's seventh Congressional district. “I am endorsing Ashwin Ramaswami's historic bid for District 48 because he has the vision and experience to fight for Georgians in the state legislature. This seat is the most competitive in the Georgia Senate, making it the top pickup opportunity for Georgia Democrats,” said Congresswoman McBath. #AshwinRamaswami #UnitedStates #GenZ #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Chairman of Indian Overseas Congress Sam Pitroda sparked a new controversy speaking on the diversity of India referring to how people in the "South look like Africans" and those in the "East look like Chinese." This statement by Sam Pitroda comes days after he ignited the 'inheritance tax' controversy. Speaking about how India is a shining example of democracy in the world, Pitroda said that the people of the country have "survived 75 years in a very happy environment where people could live together leaving a few fights here and there". Pitroda, in an interview, while refelecting upon the democracy in India said, "We have survived 75 years in a very happy environment where people could live together, leaving aside few fights here and there. We could hold a country together as diverse as India, where people on east look like Chinese, people on West look like Arab, people on North look like white and maybe people on South look like Africans." He further added that the people of India respect different languages, religion, food and customs which varies from region to region. "That's the India that I believe in, where everybody has a place and everybody compromises little bit," he said. Earlier, Pitroda stoked a controversy while speaking about the concept of inheritance tax prevailing in America and said these are issued that will need to be discussed. "In America, there is an inheritance tax. If one has 100 million USD worth of wealth and when he dies he can only transfer 45 per cent to his children, 55 per cent is grabbed by the government. That's an interesting law. It says you in your generation, made wealth and you are leaving now, you must leave your wealth for the public, not all of it, half of it, which to me sounds fair," Pitroda had said. #SamPitroda #RacistComment #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

The spices in your kitchen might not be as authentic as you believe. Delhi Police recently made a significant seizure of 15 tonnes of spurious spices from two factories located in northeast Delhi’s Karawal Nagar area. As per the media report, the operation resulted in the arrest of three individuals, including the owners of these processing units, identified as Dilip Singh (46) and Sarfaraj (32). Along with them, Khurseed Malik (42) was also apprehended. These suspects were allegedly supplying the adulterated spices to local markets and vendors across Delhi/NCR, selling them at the same price as genuine products. Rakesh Paweriya, DCP (crime branch), disclosed that the seized items comprised a disturbing array of substances, including rotten leaves, spoilt millets, wood dust, chili heads, as well as acids and oils utilised in the production of counterfeit products. Additionally, DCP Paweriya stated that the police had received information regarding the engagement of specific manufacturers and shopkeepers in northeast Delhi in the production and distribution of adulterated spices under different brand names. In response to this information, a dedicated team was assembled, leading to raids conducted on May 1. During the operation, Singh was discovered operating one of the processing units. Here, he was found manufacturing adulterated turmeric using non-edible and banned substances, including spoilt leaves, rice, millets, wood dust, chili heads, acids, and oils, as confirmed by the DCP. Subsequent investigations unveiled another processing unit situated on Kali Khata Road in Karawal Nagar, where Sarfaraj was found engaged in the production of counterfeit spices, as confirmed by the DCP. The Department of Food & Safety was notified and conducted inspections, gathering samples of the confiscated adulterated spices from both factories. Subsequently, a case was registered under pertinent sections of the law, leading to the arrest of all three accused individuals, as stated by DCP Paweriya. #Spices #Delhi #DelhiPolice #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A woman residing in the Chamundanagar neighbourhood in the Sola area of Ahmedabad was reportedly served a chicken tikka sandwich instead of the paneer tikka sandwich she had ordered from a restaurant through a food delivery app. The woman, identified as Nirali Parmar, discovered the error after taking a few bites of the sandwich. As a vegetarian, Parmar was upset by the mistake and demanded compensation of Rs 50 lakh for the inconvenience caused Following Parmar's complaint, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's health department issued a notice to VRYLY Ventures Pvt Ltd, the company operating the restaurant, and imposed a fine of Rs 5,000. The department also warned the company that further violations could result in the sealing of its outlet. Additionally, the health department reported that during inspections conducted from April 28 to May 4, 760 restaurants in the city were inspected. Of these, 270 were issued notices for unhygienic conditions or for selling food unfit for consumption. Furthermore, 928 kg of solid food items and 704 litres of liquid food items were found unsuitable for consumption and destroyed. The civic body collected fines totalling Rs 1.44 lakh as a result of these inspections. #Paneer #Chicken #Ahmedabad #Gujarat #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Deepfake technology, driven by advancements in Artificial Intelligence, has gained momentum for its ability to produce highly realistic, manipulated videos. Lately, deepfakes have been increasingly employed on social media platforms, often with malicious intent. From swapping faces in celebrity videos to creating fabricated political speeches, deepfakes have been used to spread misinformation and sow discord. The rise of deepfake content underscores the urgent need for robust detection mechanisms and heightened awareness among users to combat the proliferation of false narratives in the digital age. Just over a week ago, actress Wamiqa Gabbi shared a video on her Instagram account. However, the emergence of a manipulated, deep fake video has stirred controversy, replacing Gabbi's face with that of Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt. The widespread circulation of the viral video has sparked discussion on various social media platforms, leading to an array of users expressing scepticism about its credibility. Netizens pointed out the unmistakable signs of manipulation evident within the video, emphasising the potential risks associated with the increasing prevalence of deep fake technology in contemporary digital environments. In the video, the actress is depicted wearing a red saree and sporting a braided hairdo, seated on the floor. A user shared the video on Instagram with the caption, "Alia Bhatt off screen." This led to various reactions in the comment section. A user asked, “Which app?” Someone else wrote, “Is this legal?? U r using alia's face.” Clarifying that it is actually Wamiqa Gabbi's video, a user mentioned, "This is the actual video of Wamiqa Gabbi. They replaced it with Alia's face using AI." An Instagram user even tagged Alia Bhatt and commented, "How is this possible?" #DeepfakeVideo #AliaBhatt #WamiqaGabbi #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

In what might come as a huge shock for MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings fans, it is a leg muscle tear which is forcing the former India captain to bat down the order. According to a media report, not choosing to come up the order is more of a compulsion for him, Chennai sources say the former skipper is playing IPL 2024 with a muscle tear in his leg. The tear happened a bit too early in IPL 2024 and had Chennai's second wicketkeeper-batter Devon Conway been available, Dhoni might have thought of taking a break. But with the former ruled out as well, Dhoni did not have a lot of options. Such is the situation that Dhoni has to play through pain, take his medicines and try to minimise his running. As for him, he has been smashing sixes in the death overs in IPL 2024 for a strike rate of 224.49, although his last outing against PBKS ended with a golden duck. Dhoni has been suggested rest by doctors but the wicketkeeper-batter does not have a choice because Chennai has already been hurt by a number of injuries. "We are virtually playing with our ‘B' team. Those who are criticising Dhoni do not know the sacrifice he is doing for this team," a source close to the developments told a media portal. Dhoni had played IPL 2023 with a knee injury that had to be operated on just after Chennai won the season. Reports suggested the knee was healed but the muscle tear has restricted his movement on the field. During practice sessions, Dhoni isn't doing any running at all and his full preparation is around smacking big sixes. Some running between the wickets that Dhoni has been forced to do during his cameos is just worsening the injury, but he wouldn't take a break. Dhoni has been a mentor and a guide for new skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, who has done well but Chennai have often been found in a spot of bother. "He is giving his best and we believe we will go much beyond just making the playoffs," the source told a media portal. CSK play their next match against the Gujarat Titans on May 10 in Ahmedabad and will look to continue their winning momentum. #MSDhoni #CSK #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWIthTimesNow

Days after admitting that its coronavirus vaccine can cause 'rare side effects', AstraZeneca said that it is withdrawing Covid-19 vaccine. The company said that the decision was taken due to a "surplus of available updated vaccines" since the pandemic. The company also said it would proceed to withdraw the vaccine Vaxzevria's marketing authorizations within Europe. "As multiple, variant COVID-19 vaccines have since been developed there is a surplus of available updated vaccines," AstraZeneca said, adding that this had led to a decline in demand for Vaxzevria, which is no longer being manufactured or supplied. According to a media report added that AstraZeneca's application to withdraw the Vaxzervria vaccine was made on March 5 and came into effect on May 7. The Anglo-Swedish drugmaker had previously admitted in court documents that the vaccine can cause Thrombosis Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) - a rare syndrome characterized by blood clots (thrombosis) and low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia). London-listed AstraZeneca began moving into respiratory syncytial virus vaccines and obesity drugs through several deals last year after a slowdown in growth as Covid-19 medicine sales declined. The admission sparked massive outrage and concern. In response, the company said, “Our sympathy goes out to anyone who has lost loved ones or reported health problems. Patient safety is our highest priority, and regulatory authorities have clear and stringent standards to ensure the safe use of all medicines, including vaccines." Covishield was developed by AstraZeneca and was produced by the Serum Institute of India. #AstraZeneca #Covidshield #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Apple has introduced its 2024 iPad Air, marking the first time the device is available in two sizes: the traditional 11-inch and a new 13-inch option. Both models are equipped with Apple's latest M2 chip and come in blue, purple, starlight, and space grey colour options. This update addresses the confusion in Apple's tablet lineup, providing consumers with clearer choices. Now, those seeking a larger screen can opt for the iPad Air without the need to invest in the more expensive iPad Pro models, while also enjoying a variety of vibrant color options. The new iPad Air features a single rear camera lens, utilizes USB-C for charging, and retains its front-facing camera, now centrally positioned along the long edge for improved symmetry and aesthetics. #iPadAir #2024iPadAir #Apple #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Kantara star Rishab Shetty was among scores of voters who exercised their democratic right in Northern Karnataka, which went to polls on May 7. The Kannada Star cast his vote in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections at a polling booth in Byndoor, Karnataka. Soon after voting, the actor said that voting was not only one's right but also one's responsibility. Stating that he had exercised his right, the actor said that he had turned up in the evening to vote as it would be less crowded at this point in time. Refusing to comment anything more as it could turn political if he did so, the actor said that he had voted as it was his responsibility. Fourteen out of the 28 constituencies in Karnataka went to the polls in the third phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 on May 7. The first 14 constituencies, including Bangalore, had gone to polls in the second phase that was held on April 26. #KantaraStar #RishabShetty #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

60.19% voter turnout till 5 PM for phase 3 of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 #LokSabhaElections2024 #PollingDay #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #ElectionsWithTimesNow #InstaWithTimesNow

Basit Dar, the top commander of terrorist group The Resistance Front (TRF) was killed in an encounter in Kulgam Tuesday, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, VK Birdhi, confirmed. Along with Dar, an associate of his was also killed. His identity is still being ascertained. "Last night, we got intelligence input about the movement of terrorists in this area. We cordoned off the entire area and the encounter lasted the whole night and continued till this afternoon. During an exchange of fire this afternoon, two terrorists were killed. Their bodies have been retrieved and a search operation is further underway," IGP Birdhi said. The intense encounter with Jammu and Kashmir Police and security forces took place in the Redwani area of Kulgam district in South Kashmir. Dar, the operational chief of TRF, was a highly sought-after terrorist with a bounty of Rs 10 lakh on his head. He has been a prominent figure in the region's militant landscape since 2021. According to reports, Dar was implicated in a total of 18 terror-related incidents, including attacks resulting in civilian casualties and targeting the Kashmiri Pandit community. TRF is an offshoot of LeT and its cadre is active in Kashmir, mostly in the south. #Kulgam #BasitDar #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Vladimir Putin took oath as the President of Russia for the record fifth term at the St Andrew's Throne Hall. Putin has been in office for nearly a quarter-century and is the longest-serving Kremlin leader since Josef Stalin. Putin’s new term will continue till 2030, when he will be constitutionally eligible to run again. At the ceremony inside the gilded Grand Kremlin Palace, Putin placed his hand on the Russian Constitution and vowed to defend it as a crowd of hand-picked dignitaries looked on. Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin took office as President of Russia, "I swear, when exercising the powers of the President of the Russian Federation, to respect and protect the rights and freedoms of man and citizen, to observe and protect the Constitution of the Russian Federation, to protect the sovereignty and independence, security and integrity of the state, to faithfully serve the people." 71-year-old Putin won 87 per cent of the vote in the March presidential election. Putin succeeded President Boris Yeltsin in the waning hours of 1999. The ceremony comes at a time when Russia has been heavily sanctioned by the West and is turning to other regimes like China, Iran and North Korea for support following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine that has become Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II. #VladimirPutin #Russia #Putin #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

25.41% voter turnout till 11 am for phase 3 of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 #LokSabhaElections2024 #PollingDay #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #ElectionsWithTimesNow #InstaWithTimesNow

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams' highly anticipated third mission to space was abruptly called off just hours before liftoff, owing to a critical technical malfunction. The unforeseen setback, attributed to a "technical glitch," occurred 90 minutes before the liftoff, compelling mission controllers to abort the launch. So far no new date has been announced for the launch. The US space agency NASA cited an off-nominal condition on an oxygen relief valve as the reason behind the postponement, highlighting the paramount importance of ensuring optimal conditions for a safe and successful mission. Consequently, both Sunita Williams and NASA's Barry Wilmore, who were poised to pilot the Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station, were required to exit the Starliner crew module. This mission held significant promise for Williams, who would have made history as the first woman to fly on a maiden crewed mission of a new space shuttle. With an impressive spacefaring record, including 322 days spent in space and a record for the maximum hours of spacewalk by a woman, Williams stood poised to further solidify her legacy in space exploration. Williams embarked on her inaugural space voyage on December 9, 2006, setting a world record for women by undertaking four spacewalks totalling 29 hours and 17 minutes during her tenure aboard. Her subsequent voyage occurred from July 14 to November 18 in 2012, further cementing her status as a pioneering figure in space exploration. Despite the delay, Williams remained undeterred, expressing confidence in the safety and reliability of the Starliner spacecraft. Notably, she played an instrumental role in the design process of the Starliner, collaborating closely with engineers from NASA and Boeing. Ahead of the anticipated flight, Williams revealed her intention to carry an idol of Lord Ganesh, her "good luck charm," on the journey, alongside a copy of the Bhagwad Gita. Known for her passion for physical fitness, Williams has even completed a triathlon in space, underscoring her resilience and determination in the face of challenges. #SunitaWilliams #NASA #TimesNow #InstaWithTimesNow

Politicians and Famous Personalities Cast Their vote As Phase 3 Of Biggest Poll Battle Begins Union Home Minister Amit Shah casts his vote for the #LokSabhaElections2024 at a polling booth in Ahmedabad, Gujarat Adani group chairman Gautam Adani cast his vote at a polling booth in Ahmedabad, Gujarat Actor Riteish Deshmukh and his wife Genelia Deshmukh cast their votes at a polling booth in Latur, Maharashtra. BJP MLA from Jamnagar, Rivaba Jadeja casts her vote at polling station number 122, Pandit Deendayal Vidya Bhawan for the third phase of Lok Sabha Election 2024 Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and BJP candidate from Vidisha, Shivraj Singh Chouhan & his family cast their votes at a polling booth in Sehore. NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar leaves from a polling booth in Baramati after casting his vote. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel casts his vote for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 at a polling booth in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Karnataka: Union Minister and BJP candidate from Dharwad, Pralhad Joshi casts his vote at polling booth number 111 in Hubballi, Dharwad. #AmitShah #GautamAdani #LokSabhaElections2024 #PollingDay #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #ElectionsWithTimesNow #InstaWithTimesNow

It was a night to remember! The 2024 Met Gala exceeded expectations with our favourite celebrities turning up in some of the most breathtaking and eye-catchy looks. #MetGala2024 #AliaBhatt #IshaAmbani #DuaLipa #Entertainment #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Voting for the third phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 begins. Polling being held in 93 constituencies across 11 states and Union Territories (UTs) today. 17.24 crore voters are casting their votes today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweets, "Urging all those who are voting in today’s phase to vote in record numbers. Their active participation will certainly make the elections more vibrant." #LokSabhaElections #LSPolls2024 #Phase3 #PMModi #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Kangana Ranaut is currently grabbing a lot of eyes for her active campaigning from the Mandi Lok Sabha seat in Himachal Pradesh. The actress is known for her versatile acting skills and has now entered into politics. Her statements during the campaign are making rounds on the internet, especially when she said she feels as respected as Amitabh Bachchan in the movie world. Kangana Ranaut on getting the same respect as Amitabh Bachchan Kangana made a significant statement, likening her public respect and affection to that of Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan. A vural video clip captured this sentiment, showcasing Kangana's speech and her connection with the masses. She said, "Sara desh hairaan hai, ke wo Kangana, chahe Rajasthan chali jau, chahe mai West Bengal chali jau, chahe mai Delhi chali jau, chahe mai Manipur chali jau, aisa lagta hai ki mano itna pyaar aur itna sammaan, mai dave se keh sakti hu ke Amitabh Bachchan ji ke baad aaj kisko industry me milta hai to wo mujhe milta hai." (The whole country is surprised that whether I go to Rajasthan, whether I go to West Bengal, whether I go to Delhi, whether I go to Manipur, it feels like there is so much love and respect, I can confidently say that after Amitabh Bachchan ji, who gets such love and respect in the industry, I get it.) #KanganaRanaut #AmitabhBachchan #BollywoodIndustry #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Several schools in Ahmedabad received bomb threats email causing panic and concern among students, staff and parents. As per reports, the Gujarat police and Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) teams, are present on the locations and further investigation into the matter is underway. The incident in Ahmedabad comes days after several schools in Delhi-NCR region received similar threats. #Ahmedabad #School #BombThreatEmail #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

The national capital recorded seasons highest temperature. The maximum temperature in Delhi settled two notches above normal at 41.1 degrees Celsius, the India Meteorological Department said. The weather department has forecast mainly clear skies for Monday, with maximum and minimum temperatures likely to settle at 41 and 24 degrees Celsius, respectively. The previous hottest day recorded earlier was April 27, with a maximum temperature of 40.5 degrees Celsius, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data. The relative humidity oscillated between 19 per cent and 63 per cent during the day. Western Disturbance The IMD scientist predicted that Delhi, Haryana and Punjab will be hit by a western disturbance on May 13 which will keep the rising temperatures under control. "From May 13, a western disturbance is advancing. It will not give rain but will keep the temperature under control, particularly in Delhi, Punjab and Haryana. The situation in the Western Himalayan region will be better. Around May 18, another western disturbance is set to advance. So, the April type of situation will not be there in May," he added. #Delhi #HottestDay #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Shreyas Iyer-led Kolkata Knight Riders were up against KL Rahul’s Lucknow Super Giants in match No. 54 of IPL 2024 on Sunday (May 5), and in the match played at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, KKR created history by becoming the first team to score 200 runs in an IPL match played at the home ground of the Lucknow Super Giants. Thanks to Sunil Narine’s 39-ball-81, KKR posted a total of 235 runs on the board for the loss of six wickets in 20 overs. Apart from the West Indies all-rounder, Ramandeep Singh also made a significant contribution in the end by smacking 25 runs from just six balls. Before KKR’s 235 on Sunday, the highest score at Ekana Stadium was 199, which was posted by the Rajasthan Royals during match No. 44 of the IPL 2024 played on April 27. In six T20Is played at Ekana Stadium as well, no team has been able to cross the 200-run mark. Highest team totals at Lucknow (T20 matches) 235/6 - Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants, 2024 199/2 - India vs Sri Lanka, 2022 199/3 - Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants, 2024 199/8 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings, 2024 196/5 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Rajasthan Royals, 2024 195/2 - India vs West Indies, 2018 193/6 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals, 2023 Highest totals against LSG 235/6 - Kolkata Knight Riders, Lucknow, 2024 227/2 - Gujarat Titans, Ahmedabad, 2023 217/7 - Chennai Super Kings, Chennai, 2023 212/2 - Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Bengaluru, 2023 210/7 - Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai (BS), 2022 Biggest defeat for LSG in IPL (runs) 98 vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Lucknow, 2024 81 vs Mumbai Indians, Chennai, 2023 62 vs Gujarat Titans, Pune, 2022 62 vs Gujarat Titans, Ahmedabad, 2023 The win over LSG was KKR’s second win over the KL Rahul-led side in the IPL 2024, and by doing so, it has now done the double over them for the first time in IPL history. In three matches played before the ongoing edition of the cash-rich league, KKR never managed to secure a win over LSG. #KKR #IPL2024 #LSG #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWIthTimesNow

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has dismissed the claims that it has permitted high pesticide residue in Indian herbs and spices terming media reports as "false and malicious". This came as a reaction to reports claiming that FSSAI allows 10 times more pesticide residue in herbs and spices. "It is clarified that India has one of the most stringent standards of Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) in the world and MRLs of pesticides are fixed differently for different food commodities based on their risk assessments," a statement from the FSSAI read. In the statement, the panel also said it regulates pesticides rigorously to safeguard public health. A huge controversy began after the Center for Food Safety in Hong Kong banned India's MDH and Everest spice products due to high levels of ethylene oxide - a pesticide, last month. What is ethylene oxide and its harmful side effects? Ethylene oxide is a colourless gas, used as a pesticide and sterilizing agent. Exposure to ethylene oxide causes lymphoma and leukemia among other cancers. According to doctors, acute exposure to the gas also results in respiratory irritation and lung injury, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, breathlessness, and cyanosis. A few side effects of ethylene oxide, if inhaled include: Fluid in the lungs causes lung collapse Coma Cardiovascular collapse Respiratory paralysis Diarrhoea Breathlessness Drowsiness Exhaustion Eye burns Frostbite Headache Experts say ethylene oxide destroys DNA and can increase the risk of certain cancers. Studies show that long-term exposure to ethylene oxide can cause cancers of: White blood cells in humans, including non-Hodgkin lymphoma, myeloma, and lymphocytic leukemia Increase in the risk of breast cancer in women Brain cancer Lung cancer Connective tissue and uterine tumours #FSSAI #IndianSpices #Pesticide #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Amid the ongoing investigation into the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Foreign Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has levelled accusations against Canada, alleging that the country is permitting organised crime from India, particularly from Punjab, to prosper within its borders. Regarding the arrest of Indian nationals in connection with the Nijjar murder probe, Jaishankar responded, "We'll have to wait for the police to tell us." Jaishankar was very clear in his assertion that Canada is allowing organised crime from India, especially Punjab to thrive there. "But, as I said, one of our concerns which we have been telling them is that, you know, they have allowed organized crime from India, specifically from Punjab, to operate in Canada," said Jaishankar. On Friday, Canadian police arrested three individuals in connection with the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. These detainees are purportedly members of an alleged 'hit squad'. According to a report from the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, authorities are also probing potential links to three other murders in Canada, including the tragic killing of an 11-year-old boy in Edmonton. Reportedly, the arrested individuals fulfilled various roles on the day Nijjar was assassinated, serving as shooters, drivers, and spotters. Identified as Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh, and Karan Brar, their alleged involvement signifies a multifaceted operation in Nijjar's murder. The trio, all Indian nationals, were arrested in the city of Edmonton in Alberta on Friday, police said. #SJaishankar #NijjarKillingProbe #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams is ready to fly into space again on the Boeing Starliner. The take-off is scheduled to take place at the Kennedy Space Center on May 7, 2024 at 8:04 am (IST). Sunita Williams will be serving as the mission pilot. The 58-year-old has spent a total of 322 days in space, according to NASA's official figures. She used to hold the record for maximum spacewalk time by a female astronaut as she has spent 50 hour and 40 minutes across seven spacewalks. Butch Willmore and Sunita Williams are set to fly to the space station for around a week "to test the Starliner spacecraft and its subsystems before NASA certifies the transportation system for rotational missions to the orbiting laboratory for the agency's Commercial Crew Program." In an interview with a media portal, she mentioned that she is a bit nervous about flying in general but said, "When I reach the International Space Station, it will be like going back home." The Indian-origin astronaut was born to Dr Deepak Pandya and Bonnie Pandya. She will create history by being the first woman to fly on a maiden mission of a new human-rated spacecraft. Previously, she has flown twice to space, first in 2006 and again in 2012. She is a marathon runner, and mentioned that she is fond of samosas, the report added. In the interview, she mentioned Ganesh is her "good luck charm" and will be carrying a statue of Lord Ganesh with her on the commercial crew flight. Earlier, she had carried copies of the Bhagavad Gita to space, the report said. Her flight partner is Barry Eugene "Butch" Wilmore, who is a navy test pilot and has flown to space twice. The two will be launching on a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket to the International Space Station. They will spend about a week in the station and will be making a return journey by parachuting to the southwest of the United States. #SunitaWilliams #Space #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Akshay Kumar visited the Brahma temple in Pushkar, Rajasthan on Sunday, May 5. He is currently in Pushkar for the shoot of Jolly LLB 3. Wearing all-white attire, Kumar spent time in the temple and took a few pictures with the temple priest. Despite his last film, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, not meeting audience expectations at the box office, Kumar remains undeterred and is back shooting for his next film. His photo at the Brahma temple went viral on social media, with fans reacting to it. #AkshayKumar #BrahmaTemple #Pushkar #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

In response to the controversy over Nepal's depiction of certain Indian territories on its currency notes, India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar raised the complexities of managing relationships with neighbouring countries. He acknowledged that dealing with neighbours can involve navigating political intricacies. "Sometimes, dealing with our neighbours involves navigating a bit of politics. It's about balancing our interests with theirs," said EAM Jaishankar during a press interaction on Sunday. He also pointed out that there may not be positive views towards India amongst all of its neighbours. "If you visit places like Sri Lanka, you might hear some unfavourable opinions from government officials or individuals," he said. #SJaishankar #Nepal #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow #News

#InPics: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mega roadshow in Ayodhya Photo Courtesy: Narendra Modi/X #NarendraModi #Ayodhya #Roadshow #LokSabhaElections #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Pickleball has set up a fashion trend all over the world but male players have not been able to hit the ground running. Compared to Tennis players, male pickleball players have fallen short in terms of having a nice appearance on the court. The PPA Tour has a formal dress code, all white. The players looked good and certain guidelines have also been observed. The white dress code might have drawn inspiration from we all know, Wimbledon. But unlike tennis players, most of the male pickleball players have struggled to match up their attire with their female counterparts. From Bjorn Borg to Serena Williams, tennis players have always been trendsetters innovating new kinds of fashion trends on the court. #Pickleball #Sports #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Dilip Kumar recently shared his encounter he experienced at the airport, shedding light on the unforeseen challenges that can accompany weight loss. Kumar revealed how a routine interaction with an immigration officer turned into a moment of disbelief when his passport came under scrutiny. In his post, Kumar recounted the officer's reaction upon inspecting his passport, expressing skepticism and questioning the authenticity of his appearance. Kumar found himself in a perplexing situation, having to convince the officer that his passport photo was indeed genuine and not digitally altered. He wrote on X, "Was at the airport today and the immigration officer looked at my passports and asked if this is for real? I'd a hard time convincing it's not photoshop or AI generated. Sometimes being fit can also get you in trouble." #Airport #Ordeal #entrepreneur #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #News #InstaWithTimesNow

Bollywood actor Ananya Panday and Aditya Roy Kapur, who had been dating each other for a while, have reportedly parted ways. Yes, you heard that right! The lovebirds, who often made headlines for their hush-hush relationship, broke up a few week ago and it was not an easy decision. Read on to know about their split! 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐚-𝐀𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 A mutual friend recently told a media portal, "They broke up almost a month ago. Their relationship seemed strong, so the breakup caught us off guard. Despite this, they remain amicable. Ananya is focusing on moving forward, though there's undoubtedly some pain. She's finding solace in spending time with her new furry friend. Aditya is also handling the situation with maturity." #AnanyaPanday #AdityaRoyKapur #Breakup #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Air India economy class domestic flyers opting for lower fare buckets will now have a check-in baggage allowance of 15 kg -- instead of 25 kg earlier. All big Indian carriers offer 15 kg check-in to domestic flyers (without extra charge) and AI's generous allowance used to be its USP for economy flyers within India that would somewhat make up for the long-awaited improved cabin product on the airline's old planes. Regarding this change, an AI spokesperson said: "We introduced a menu-based pricing model or branded fare families last year in line with global airline industry norms. Air India’s fare families, named ‘Comfort’, ‘Comfort Plus’, and ‘Flex’ are groupings of fares that offer different levels of benefits and fare restrictions at different price points. The fare families are designed to let our guests choose the kind of fare and services that best suit their requirement." #AirIndia #DomesticFlight #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A Delhi startup’s co-founder says he is “impressed” after receiving an unusual job application - where the candidate offered him money to get hired. Paras Chopra, the former CEO of software company Wingify, said that while he didn’t accept the $500 on offer, the “unique” pitch did capture his attention. The employer shared on X a screenshot of the message that read: “I want to work at Wingify. I have a unique proposition for you. I'll pay you $500 to hire me. If I don't prove myself to be one of the best within a week, you can fire me and keep the money.” The job applicant said he was making this radical offer just so he can “have skin in the game” and not waste the company’s time. Although Chopra didn't disclose any further details relating to the job seeker's identity or professional background, his tweet caught significant attention. Commenting on the post, a user wrote: "It’s a super bad pitch. Getting impressed with this pitch is also bad for hiring managers." Another said: "It also speaks about the sad state of jobs currently - where a candidate has to mention $$$ to get attention" For all its perceived unacceptability, the job application also had a smattering of proponents. "Another way to look at this is: the competitive state of industry where most are skilled enough (or look like that), so him mentioning about money is basically him saying ‘I’ll bet my money on myself before you do that’," one argued. "I feel it shows the confidence and risk appetite required to survive and thrive in the competitive environment!" It's not the only standout piece of corporate communication to go viral over the past week. Another company's CEO previously shared the "threat" she got from a counterpart for allegedly poaching their employees. #CompanyFounder #JobApplication #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Virat Kohli has been in red-hot form in IPL 2024, scoring 500 runs in 10 games, however, his strike rate has been questioned by critics. Kohli has particularly struggled against the spinners, but the batter looked in no trouble whatsoever when he blasted a magnificent 70 in 44 balls at a strike rate of 159 against Gujarat Titans. Kohli scored 61 runs at a strike rate of 179 against the spinners, making a huge statement. After his fiery innings, Kohli went on an explosive rant against the critics and said that it is easier to sit and talk from the box, adding that he only focusses on winning the games for his team. "All the people who talk about strike rates and me not playing spin well are the ones talking about low strike-rate,” Kohli had said during an interview. “For me, it’s about winning the games for the team and there is a reason why you’ve done it for 15 years, you’ve done this day in and day out, you’ve won games for your teams, I’m not quite sure that if you haven’t been in that situation yourself, to sit and talk about the game from the box," he added. Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar was irked at reply to the critics and blasted him, saying that his strike rate was only questioned when he got out after playing an innings at a strike rate of 120. "Commentators questioned only when the strike rate was 118. I'm not too sure. I don't watch too many matches, so I don't know what the other commentators have said otherwise. But if you have a strike of 118 and then you get out in the 14th or the 15th with a strike-rate of 118, I mean, if you want applause for that, that's a little bit different. That's different," said Gavaskar on Star Sports. Gavaskar said that commentators don't have an agenda against Kohli and they only speak what they see. #SunilGavaskar #ViratKholi #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

In a horrifying incident, a 19-year-old boy was tied and beaten to death after an alleged sacrilege incident that took place at a gurdwara in Punjab's Ferozepur. In the gruesome video, two men could be seen hitting the boy with sword while he lay on ground and his hands tied with a cloth. One of the men continues to attack the victim's head with sword injuring him severely. The lifeless body of the boy remains on ground as he attacks amidst a crowd. The boy has been identified as Bakshish Singh, a resident of Talli Gulam village. He allegedly tore some pages of the Guru Granth Sahib after entering the premises of a gurdwara in Bandala village of Punjab. His father, Lakhwinder Singh said that his son was suffering from a mental health issue and was undergoing treatment for the same. A case was also registered against deceased Bakshish Singh under section 295 A IPC. Meanwhile, the father of deceased has also filed complaint. Meanwhile, Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh expressed grief over the incident of sacrilege in Ferozepur. Singh term the Bakshish's death as a reaction to the "failure to punish the culprits and give exemplary punishments by law." He also asked the Sikh 'Sangat' to socially and religiously boycott the family of the accused and not allow his last rites to be held in any gurdwara. Singh said the incidents of sacrilege of Guru Granth Sahib have been taking place under a "well-planned conspiracy", adding that the government's law is neither proving successful in stopping the incidents of sacrilege nor in punishing the culprits, the report added. "For Sikhs, there is nothing above Sri Guru Granth Sahib and incidents of sacrilege badly harm the soul and mentality of Sikhs," he said. #Punjab #PunjabGurdwara #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

An Apple watch saved life of a 35-year-old woman in Delhi after it alerted her to a medical emergency situation. Reportedly, the woman suffered from Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) - a rapid and abnormal heart rhythm. The woman later thanked Apple CEO Tim Cook and the Apple team "for making such an advanced and precise recording ECG app." Sneha Saha, a policy researcher, began feeling her heart racing late in the evening on April 9, reaching an alarming rate of 230 beats per minute. She initially thought it might be a panic attack caused by stress. She tried to calm down by doing breathing exercises and drinking water, but her rapid heart rate persisted. When she put on her Apple Watch to check her heart rate, the device recommended that she see a doctor. However, she escaped the initial warning. But around midnight, the Apple Watch issued another alert, indicating that her heart rate was still extremely high and that she was experiencing Atrial Fibrillation (AFib), an irregular and often rapid heart rhythm. At that point, she decided to go to the emergency room at Fortis Hospital in Vasant Kunj, near her home in Munirka. Doctors at the hospital were unable to read her pulse and had to administer three delivery of direct current (DC) shocks (50 50 100 joules) to revive her heart's sinus rhythm. Subsequently, she was shifted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Sneha told news agency IANS, "Had the Apple Watch not alerted me of the serious condition around midnight, I would not have gone to the hospital and would have lost my life." The doctors diagnosed her condition as a type of Tachycardia, where the heart rate is abnormally high, often due to stress or physical exertion. Apple CEO Tim Cook Responds Apple CEO Tim Cook responded saying, "I am glad you sought the medical attention and treatment you needed. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us." "After the harrowing experience, I realised it is very important for us to understand our health, our sleep patterns, our heart rates as we all deal with stress," Sneha said. #AppleWatch #TimCook #DelhiWomen #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A massive search and cordon operation is underway in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch region to track down and neutralise the terrorists involved in attack on an Air Force convoy yesterday. An Air Force personnel was killed and four were injured as the terrorists ambushed their convoy while it was returning to the air force station. Five injured, one airman is reportedly critical, according to reports. The injured soldiers are being treated at the Command Hospital in Udhampur. The tragic incident took place three weeks ahead of polling in Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha constituency. Poonch is part of Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary constituency which goes to polls in the sixth phase on May 25. The Air Force convoy was attacked by three terrorists in Sanai Top in Poonch's Surankot area around 6 PM. Terror attack took place when troops were returning to air force station from Jaranwali. After carrying out the attack, terrorists fled to nearby forest belt. "An Indian Air Force vehicle convoy was attacked by militants in the Poonch district of J-K, near Shahsitar. Cordon and search operations are underway presently in the area by local military units. The convoy has been secured, and further investigation is under progress," the IAF said in a post on X. This resulted in a gunfight between the terrorists and joint team of army and police in woods of Gursai Mendhar area of the Poonch district. Two to three terrorists are trapped. "In the ensuing gunfight with terrorists, the Air Warriors fought back by returning fire. In the process, five IAF personnel received bullet injuries and were evacuated to the nearest military hospital for immediate medical attention. One Air Warrior succumbed to his injuries later. Further operations are on by the local security forces," it said in another post. The officials suspect the involvement of the same group of terrorists who ambushed troops in adjoining Bufliaz on December 21 last year, leaving four soldiers dead and three injured. Police and the paramilitary forces are carrying out searches in Poonch town since Friday following inputs about the movement of suspected persons. #Poonch #TerroristAttack #TimesNow #InstaWithTimesNow

Royal Challengers Bangalore defeated Gujarat Titans by 4 wickets at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The big win over GT have kept RCB's IPL 2024 playoff hopes alive. For RCB to qualify for the top 4, they will need to win all their remaining games but they will also need some luck to go their way. Here is RCB's IPL 2024 playoff qualification scenario. #IPL2024 #GTvsRCB #RCBvsGT #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #News #InstaWithTimesNow

Bhavesh Gupta, president and chief operating officer at One97 Communications Limited-- Paytm's parent company, has submitted his resignation, an official statement said on Saturday. Gupta has resigned citing personal reasons, and his last day with the organisation, which has faced regulatory scrutiny for non-compliance at its banking unit, will be May 31. As part of a change in leadership structure, fintech firm Paytm has appointed Rakesh Singh as chief executive officer of Paytm Money. The company has moved Varun Sridhar, who was heading Paytm Money, as CEO of Paytm Services -- which deals in the distribution of mutual funds and other wealth management products. #Paytm #BhaveshGupta #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday reiterated that the INDIA bloc, if voted to power, will scrap the Agnipath scheme of recruitment in defence services and will revert back to the earlier system. He also announced that the INDIA government will definitely pay some sort of compensation to those 1.5 lakh youth who had been selected for defence services prior to the launch of the Agnipath scheme but were later not allowed to join. Gandhi was interacting in Delhi today with the youth drawn from across the country, several of whom included those who were not allowed to join the services even after having been through the final selection in the defence forces. The former Congress president disclosed that the Agnipath scheme was not the idea of the defence services but that of the PMO. He alleged like during the demonetisation, the entire established system was bypassed, in a similar way the whole system was bypassed by the PMO and the National Security Adviser. #RahulGandhi #AgnipathScheme #LokSabhaElections #INDIAAlliance #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Nick Jonas, singer and husband of actress Priyanka Chopra, recently dropped a video revealing that he has influenza A. Nick took to his Instagram account on Friday, to explain that he won't be able to perform onstage due to his sickness. The singer apologized to his fans for 'disappointing' them and mentioned that the Jonas Brothers' show dates have been changed. The trio, consisting of Kevin Jonas, Nick Jonas, and Joe Jonas, was set to perform in Mexico this weekend. In the video, Nick said, "Hey everybody, it's Nick here. I have some not-so-fun news to share. A couple of days ago, I started feeling kind of rough; I lost my voice when I woke up and grinded that night out... Over the last two, two and a half days, it's gotten progressively worse. I was basically in bed all day yesterday, fever, body ache, sore throat and really bad cough." He added that after the doctor did a checkup, his health hadn't "gotten better." #NickJonas #InfluenzaA #Concert #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

An Indian Army vehicle met with an accident in South Kashmir's Dooru area in Anantnag district on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the death of one jawan and injuries to nine others. Notably, all injured army persons have been referred to SDH Dooru where one personnel namely Gurmeet Singh succumbed to his injury. #IndianArmy #Soldiers #JammuAndKashmir #Accident #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A 30-year-old man, who lost both his hands in an accident nearly two decades ago, has obtained a driving licence for 10 years. With this, Thansen K, the man who got the licence, has become the first double-hand amputee in Tamil Nadu to obtain the driving licence. Since Thansen lost his hands, he has been using his stumps to drive the car. Doctors at the Institute of Rehabilitation have also certified him fit. Soom after that, Thansen reached the Chennai North RTO to get the approval for driving his customised car. When he was 10 years old, Thansen came in contact with a high-tension wire, and lost both of his hands below the elbow. After the accident, he and his family were devastated. However, the man gradually learnt how to do all the chores independently. Now, Thansen can also fasten his seat belt, place his foot on the steering wheel and drive off. Though he has no hands, Thansen has mastered driving the car using his feet, said a media report. #Armless #DrivingLicence #Chennai #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Declared guilty of practicing witchcraft by the village panchayat, two elderly tribals were tortured for three hours, dragged 1 km into the forest, and then burnt alive. The incident took place in a remote Barsewada hamlet of Maoist-affected Gadchiroli late Wednesday. The police recovered charred remains from a nullah in the forested hamlet of Etapalli taluka The incident came to light after Sadu Mohunda, one of the deceased's kin, alerted and moved police. This led to the arrest of 15 persons, including the son and husband of one of the deceased, according to the report. They were remanded in custody for five days. The two tribals, Jamni Telami, 52, and Dewu Atlami, 57, were pinned down by a mob publicly and assaulted for three hours after the panchayat had declared them guilty of practicing black magic that led to the death of an infant, Arohi Telami. It was found that Jamni's son Devaji and husband Diwakar reportedly led the lynch mob. The panchayat of village Barsewada, where the husband and son resided, had summoned Jamni, who lived with her parents in the Vasamundi hamlet. Following the diktat, she travelled to Barsewada, with her brother Mohunda, to clarify her stand before village elders, the report said. She was assaulted and thrashed at the meeting by the assembled tribals and asked to name her accomplice. She allegedly took Atlami's name as the other voodoo practitioner and accomplice. The villagers dragged Atlami from his house and assaulted him. Mohunda fled the site, sensing the grave nature of the situation. After being told about the murder of his sister and the man on Monday, he approached the Etapalli police station. #Mahaeashtra #BlackMagic #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A consul general of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Zakia Wardak, was intercepted by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) officials at Mumbai Airport. The Afghan diplomat was allegedly carrying 25 kg of gold in an attempt to smuggle it to India from Dubai. The officials said the woman concealed the gold in her customised jackets and other accessories. The incident took place on April 25. The recovered gold was worth Rs 18.6 crore, said the officials, and a case of gold smuggling under the Customs Act, 1962, was registered. However, Wardak could not be arrested as she enjoys diplomatic immunity, claimed a media report. It added that the woman was carrying a diplomatic passport, which the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan issued. As per the rule, the suspect can be arrested and face criminal prosecution only if the amount of smuggled gold is valued above Rs 1 crore. #GoldBars #GoldSmuggling #MumbaiAirport #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Friday said that "India is open and welcoming nation" as he rejected US President Joe Biden's 'xenophobic' remarks against the country. The reaction came after Biden, at an election fundraiser on Thursday, clubbed India with Japan, China, and Russia, and used the term 'xenophobic' to describe these countries. "I would say, in the history of the world, that it's been a society which has been very open ... different people from different societies come to India," Jaishankar. He also cited the Modi government's implementation of CAA (Citizenship Amendment Act) to prove his point. "That's why we have the CAA (Citizenship Amendment Act), which is to open up doors for people who are in trouble… I think we should be open to people who need to come to India, who have a claim to come to India," he said US President Joe Biden had recently claimed that India and Japan as well as Russia and China "xenophobic" nations, asserting that none of these countries, unlike the U.S., welcome immigrants. The United States is a country of immigrants, the White House has said, defending President Joe Biden's remarks at an election fundraiser on May 2. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said that the president was making a "broader point". "He was making a broader point. Our allies and partners know very well that — how much this president respects them," Jean-Pierre told reporters at her daily news conference on Thursday. While addressing his supporters at the Democratic Party fundraiser on May 2 evening, Biden said, "This election is about freedom, America and democracy. That's why I badly need you. You know, one of the reasons why our economy is growing is because of you and many others. Why? Because we welcome immigrants." "We look to — the reason — look, think about it. Why is China stalling so badly economically? Why is Japan having trouble? Why is Russia? Why is India? Because they're xenophobic. They don't want immigrants,” Mr. Biden, the presumptive candidate of the Democratic Party, said. #SJaishankar #JoeBiden #India #UnitedStates #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering case against YouTuber Siddharth Yadav alias Elvish Yadav and some others under the charge of suspected use of snake venom as a recreational drug in parties he hosted, official sources said Saturday. The central agency has pressed charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) after taking cognisance of a FIR and charge sheet filed by the Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida) district police in Uttar Pradesh last month against him and other linked to him. #ElvishYadav #SnakeVenomCase #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Brazil's southern state of Rio Grande do Sul is reeling from the devastating effects of heavy rains and mudslides. The death toll has surged to 37, with 74 individuals reported missing, according to the state's civil defence agency, Al Jazeera reported. Rescue operations are underway as emergency responders race against time to locate survivors trapped amidst the debris of collapsed homes, bridges, and roads. Governor Eduardo Leite declared a state of emergency as the region grapples with the aftermath of the catastrophic weather event. (Courtesy: ANI/X) #Brazil #HeavyRains #Weather #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

An American woman has won a $1 million lottery prize 10 weeks after securing a jackpot worth the same amount, which equals Rs 8.3 crore. Christine J. Wilson, of Attleborough, nearly gave up her lottery habit before reconsidering her decision and purchasing a Massachusetts State Lottery scratch-off ticket on whim. The winner, who previously hit the top prize with a $50 Lifetime Millions in February, said she bought a $10 100X Cash scratch-off while visiting the Family Food Mart located on East Street in Mansfield. “Wilson won her most recent prize playing the ‘100X Cash’ $10 instant ticket game,” Massachusetts Lottery said in a release. “As she did on February 23 when she claimed the first $1 million prize in the “Lifetime Millions” $50 instant ticket game, she opted to receive her prize in the form of a one-time payment of $650,000 (before taxes).” After her first win, which came from a ticket she purchased Dubs’s Discount Liquors, Wilson told lottery officials that she will buy a car – and she did. “This time, she said she plans to put her winnings into savings,” the release read. #Lottery #Jackpot #ChristineJWilson #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali has made headlines with his latest venture, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar', a recently released series that explores the lives of Muslim characters in Lahore.In a recent interview, Bhansali discussed his decision to tell this story, emphasizing his belief in the unity between India and Pakistan. Bhansali expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support he received from Pakistani audiences, highlighting the show's ability to bring people together despite political tensions. "It's a piece that somehow brings us all together; when all of India was one, it was undivided," he mentioned. "These people belong to us as much as they belong to them." Despite the sensitive nature of the subject matter, Bhansali revealed that he encountered no significant negative response while creating 'Heeramandi'. The absence of non-Muslim or Sikh characters of note did not deter him, as he believes in the universal appeal of his work. "There are things in the characters that connect to people in my work," he explained. "That is why they talk about it." 'Heeramandi' premiered on May 1 to much anticipation, boasting a star-studded cast including Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sharmin Segal, Taha Shah Badussha, Shekhar Suman, and Adhyayan Suman. #SanjayLeelaBhansali #Heeramandi #Pakistan #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

The Canadian police on Friday made three arrests in connection with the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, local reports claimed. The arrested people were reportedly members of an alleged 'hit squad'. According to a report by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, the police are also investigating possible links to three additional murders in Canada, including the killing of an 11-year-old boy in Edmonton. Notably, the arrested people have allegedly played different roles as shooters, drivers and spotters on the day Nijjar was killed. As per reports, they ere identified as Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh and Karan Brar The Khalistani terrorist was reportedly shot dead at the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey in British Columbia in June last year. How Canada Police arrests people allegedly involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar: The arrests were made during police operations in at least two provinces. The suspects were identified months ago by the Canadian Police. Security agencies kept them under tight surveillance. The police are yet to make an official announcement in this regard. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) played an instrumental role in the arrests. Who was Hardeep Singh Nijjar? Nijjar was attacked by unidentified assailants on June 19, 2023, near the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey, Vancouver. He was a declared terrorist in India and wanted in several cases. Nijjar (45) was the chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force. As per Khalistan Extremism Monitor, he was a native of Harsighpur in the Jalandhar district of Punjab. Nijjar reportedly worked as a plumber before being elected unopposed to head the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurudwara in Surrey, Canada. He reportedly visited Pakistan in 2013-14 to meet with Jagtar Singh Tara of KTF. The latter was arrested in Thailand in 2015. Several media outlets claimed that Nijjar ran training camps for Khalistani militants in Missigen Hills in British Columbia. #HardeepSinghNijjar #Khalistani #Canada #India #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

In a recent incident from Kolkata, a 52-year-old woman spent three days with her 21-year-old daughter's lifeless body in their apartment in an attempt to feed and talk to her. The incident took place in Baranagar. The woman, identified as Debi Bhowmik, had been residing with her daughter, Debolina, in their Lalbari apartment off TN Chatterjee Street since 2006, following a separation from her husband, Debasis Bhowmik, a blood bank employee. Biswanath Saha, a resident, shared that, amid the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, Debi's parents, both of whom were retired state government employees, had passed away. Following their deaths, only Debi and her daughter had been staying in their apartment. Throughout the pandemic, neighbours extended their support to the mother-daughter duo by providing financial assistance to help sustain the family. Reportedly, after getting a foul smell, some neighbours knocked on their door to enquire about it. According to Archita Mukherjee, a neighbour, Debi opened the door and led them to her daughter's body on the bed, which was in a decomposed state. Debi explained that her daughter, Debolina, had not communicated with her and had refused to eat for three days, despite Debi's efforts to prepare meals of rice and dal and repeatedly encourage her to eat. Despite the neighbors' attempts to convince her otherwise, Debi insisted that her daughter was still alive. Following notification from the neighbours, the police were alerted and subsequently recovered the body, sending it for an autopsy. The cops said that her daughter had passed away at least three days prior. Later, mere hours after the police removed her daughter's body, Debi herself succumbed. Her body was discovered and transported to the Hospital, where she was pronounced dead upon arrival. Similarly, her body underwent an autopsy procedure. “We came to know that the woman had been suffering from schizophrenia,” (sic.) an officer of the Barrackpore commissionerate said. The authorities notified Debi's husband about the deaths; however, he refused to accept the bodies. #Kolkata #MotherDaughter #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A Florida man was arrested after allegedly throwing pieces of fried chicken at his sister during an argument. Khanye Edrayieze Medley, 20, was charged with domestic battery following the dispute that unfolded at the siblings’ residence in Clearwater city. He cited hunger and refusal to eat as reasons for his actions in a post-Miranda police interview. The incident occurred around 2:21 pm local time on Sunday as Medley and his sister sat down to eat Church’s Texas Chicken at their home on Kingsley Street, according to an arrest affidavit by Pinellas County authorities. The defendant got in a verbal altercation with the victim before grabbing a bag of chicken from her and began to hurl pieces of the meal at her. “One piece of fried chicken hit the victim in the back and left debris of food on her shoulders,” the affidavit, obtained by The Smoking Gun, states. Later, during his arrest, Medley admitted to throwing two chicken pieces at his sister, adding that one of them struck her back. “He stated he did this because he had not eaten and did not want the piece of chicken the victim offered him, so he became upset,” the arresting officers wrote. Medley was booked into the Pinellas County Jail, from where he was released a day later on recognisance. Another case of battery involving food was reported from the Floridian county last week. During a road rage incident in St. Petersburg, a man allegedly threw pasta at a driver. 46-year-old Nolan Goins was arrested after growing frustrated by the victim’s car’s “glaring lights” to the point that he flung “pasta with sauce” through his passenger window. Although the driver escaped unhurt from the attack, his arms legs and torso were stained from the sauce. Traces of the meal later led to the identification of Goins, who was taken into custody but later released on a $1,000 bond. #ViralNews #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

In a big development in the Amit Shah 'deepfake' video case, Delhi Police arrested Arun Reddy, who handles the 'Spirit of Congress' X account. Notably, Arun Reddy is part of Telangana Congress and is AICC's National Coordinator for Social Media. Notably, people arrested by Telangana Police were summoned by Delhi Police in the case. Congress leader Manickam Tagore said it has been over 24 hours that Delhi Police detained Arun Reddy without disclosing any information or the FIR. "We demand the immediate release of Arun. This authoritarian misuse of power by the regime is condemnable," Tagore wrote. On May 2, Hyderabad Police arrested five Congress leaders, including social media team members. Hyderabad Police said arrest was made after an FIR was filed by Cyber Crime Police after BJP leader lodged a complaint stating that Amit Shah video has been doctored and trying to spread fake propaganda. Congress Social Media Team Members Among 5 Arrested In Hyderabad Hyderabad top police officials told Times Now, "We have arrested Congress leaders including social media team in connection with deep fake video of Union Minister Amit Shah case. FIR has been booked earlier by Cyber Crime Police after BJP leader lodged a complaint stating that Amit Shah video has been doctored and trying to spread fake propaganda." The arrested persons have been identified as Congress leaders Asma and Geetha, social media team members Naveen, Shiva and one more person Amit Shah 'Deepfake' Video Notably, a doctored video of the Home Minister appeared on social media, which showed him talking about removing the reservations for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) blamed the Congress for the 'deepfake' video. Earlier, Gujarat Congress MLA Jignesh Mevani’s personal assistant & an AAP functionary were arrested on charges of sharing deep-fake video of Amit Shah about a purported promise “to end reservations for SCs, STs and OBCs” if BJP returns to office at the Centre. Satish Vansola is a resident of Banaskantha, while AAP’s Rakesh Baria is from Limkheda town of Dahod. #AmitShah #ArunReddy #Congress #Deepfake #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A 22-year-old man was bitten by a snake in a park. His family took him to a doctor, but he died during treatment. The family immersed his body in the Ganga river for two days in the hope of a miracle. The man, Mohit Kumar, was a resident of Jairampur Kudena village in the Anupshahar police station area in Bulandshahr. He had returned after voting on April 26 and then went to a park in the evening where he was bitten by a snake. "Locals in the village had put a tight knot around the wound to stop the blood flow. On our way to the hospital, the man stopped speaking. We took him to Rana Hospital in the city, where doctors refused to admit him and said we should take him to a government hospital. The doctors at the government hospital declared him dead," a relative of the deceased said, according to a report. "We took him to many seers who treat snakebites, but they declared him dead. There's a saying that poison gets removed if you put the body in the Ganga river and we did the same," the relative added. Believing in the superstition, the family then immersed Kumar's body in the river. According to the report, a crowd gathered on the banks of the river Ganga to see the body tied to a railing for hours and hoped for a miracle to happen, videos showed. When the family noticed that there was no movement in his body they then cremated him at the ghat of the river. #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A 6-year-old boy was forced by his father to run on a treadmill because he was "too fat," a video played inside Superior Court in New Jersey's Ocean City suggested. Despite falling multiple times the father of the kid seen in the footage kept on pushing the former to run. The young child could not survive and later died due to blunt force injuries with cardiac and liver contusions with acute inflammation. Corey Micciolo's murder case was heard on May 2. Christopher Gregor, father of Micciolo, is facing a trial for allegedly killing his son. The alleged child abuse took place at the Atlantic Heights Clubhouse fitness center in March 2021. The young boy died days after the incident, where despite injuries he was forced to run on a treadmill, as per the footage obtained. The disturbing video showed Gregor biting Corey's head after the latter fell off multiple times due to the exercise machine’s excessive speed. Knowing that the child was unable to run, footage captured Gregor walking up to the treadmill to increase the speed time and again. At one point when the little boy’s legs gave up, Gregor lifted him and made him stand on the treadmill. Corey's knees folded back and the youngster gets back on before he stumbles off again. The struggle to stay on the machine leads to finally forcing the father to lower the inclination and speed. Now, the 31-year-old is facing charges such as first-degree murder and endangering the welfare of a child. The first witness to testify was the boy's mother, Bre Micciolo, who broke down in tears as she saw the horrifying footage. Bre Micciolo, according to the US Sun outlet, reported her son's injuries to the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency a few days before his death. #WorldNews #US #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

After being honoured with the Padma Shri award two years ago for his innovative work in reinventing the rare musical instrument 'Kinnera', Darshanam Mogulaiah's circumstances have taken a distressing turn. Recently, he was found working as a daily wage worker at a construction site in Turkayamjal, near Hyderabad. Compounding his challenges, a post-award grant of Rs 1 crore in cash from the Telangana government was spent on family exigencies, leaving the 73-year-old artist, known as "Kinnera Mogulaiah", struggling to afford even two square meals a day. Mogulaiah explained the factors leading to his transition from receiving the fourth-highest civilian award in 2022 to working at a construction site in Turkayamjal. "One of my sons suffers from seizures. For medications (both for my son and myself), I require at least Rs 7,000 per month. Additionally, there are recurring medical tests and other expenses," shared Mogulaiah, who is a father to nine children. Reportedly, three of his kids died from ailments; three are married; three others are still students and dependant on Mogulaiah. The artist's wife passed away four years ago. "I attempted to seek employment from various individuals. While many sympathised and praised my illustrious past, I was consistently turned away. Despite receiving small amounts of assistance, I struggled to secure steady employment," Mogulaiah revealed. The situation was less dire previously. "I used that money for my children's weddings. I even bought a piece of land in Turkayamjal. I started building a house but had to stop midway as I ran out of funds," (sic.) said Mogulaiah. The artist lamented the added difficulty when the Rs 10,000 monthly honorarium sanctioned by the state was abruptly discontinued, expressing uncertainty about the reasons behind it. Additionally, the allotment of a 600-square yard plot in Rangareddy district remains pending. He said "I've been tirelessly visiting government offices and meeting with public representatives seeking assistance. While everyone responds positively, there has been no action taken," shared Mogulaiah. #Hyderabad #PadmaShriAward #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Veteran Bollywood stars Dharmendra and Hema Malini marked their 44th wedding anniversary with joyous celebrations. Dream girl Hema took to social media to share precious moments from their celebration with their fans. In the pictures, Dharmendra and Hema were seen in a loving setup, adorned with varmalas and beaming with happiness. Dharmendra was seen planting a kiss on Hema's cheek, showcasing their enduring love over four decades. #HemaMalini #Dharmendra #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Vijaya Deepika Gangapatnam, a 13-year-old girl from Secunderabad, Telangana has overcome severe physical challenges to excel at para table tennis, clinching medals at a national championship. Born with Brittle Bone Disease, a condition that made her bones extremely fragile, Vijaya has endured 45 fractures in her lifetime. Despite the severe challenges she faced due to her condition, she was the youngest to win a medal at the UTT Para Table Tennis National Championship in Indore. Vijaya's journey in sports began by watching her elder brother, Vijaytej, play tennis. Inspired by his travels and tournaments, she was drawn to sports but had to opt for a safer option. Considering her condition, where a simple fall could result in a fracture, her father introduced her to table tennis, a sport she could safely play at home. The young athlete's potential unfolded spectacularly at the UTT Para Table Tennis National Championship held in Indore this March, where she became the youngest medalist. Vijaya won a silver in the singles category and a bronze in doubles, showcasing her skill and competitive spirit. Her achievement is particularly noteworthy given the everyday hurdles she faces. "She suffered fractures even during delivery, as doctors didn't know she was already suffering from the disease," her father said. These early signs of her condition were evident in prenatal scans that showed her feeble bones. As per media report, Vijaya got numerous fractures growing up particularly during her toddler years while crawling. "Her body weight was on her hands. Now, she uses different wheelchairs at home and to play. She has had accidents transitioning between them and even slipped in the bath, breaking her legs," her father explained. Walking was a challenge until she was seven, compounded by multiple surgeries on her hips and knees, which have affected her mobility and independence in daily activities. Education for Vijaya has also been adapted to her needs. Unable to attend regular school due to her surgeries and the risk of injuries, she is homeschooled by her family. #Telangana #ParaTT #TimeNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

The family of a young woman who allegedly suffered side effects from the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine are planning to take legal action against the British pharma company that manufactured the vaccine, as well as its Indian partner, the Serum Institute of India (SII). This came after admission by AstraZeneca in UK court documents that its vaccine, marketed in India as Covishield, can, in rare instances, cause severe side effects including blood clots and low platelet counts. The vaccine, developed during the Covid-19 pandemic, was produced in India by the Serum Institute of India (SII), the world's largest vaccine maker, and was one of the main vaccines administered across the country. Venugopalan Govindan, who lost his 20-year-old daughter Karunya in 2021 said, the admission of these potential side effects came too late. In a post on social media platform X, Govindan stated that the Serum Institute should have ceased distribution of the vaccine when several European countries restricted its use due to similar health concerns. “The manufacturer Serum Institute of India, the Government who advertised these vaccines throughout the nation at huge expense to exchequer as 'safe and effective' without sufficient data (and when data emerged about the adverse events from around the world, they chose not to stop the rollout or at least sensitise people and medical fraternity about it), the regulatory bodies that approved it and subsequently didn't intervene to stop it when data emerged about the dangers, are all culpable in the death of my daughter and countless others who have died after taking this so called vaccine,” said Govindan. Previously, Govindan along with Rachana Gangu, who also lost her daughter Rithaika (18) in 2021, had filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court. Their plea sought the establishment of a medical board to investigate the deaths linked to the vaccine, develop a protocol for early detection of adverse effects from vaccinations, and secure compensation for affected families. #AstraZeneca #Covid19 #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

In a case from Butler, Pennsylvania, a nurse was sentenced to life in prison, after pleading guilty for the murder and attempted murder of several patients. Heather Pressdee, 41, will serve three consecutive life sentences along with an additional 380 to 760 years in prison. The sentencing took place approximately 48 kilometres north of Pittsburgh and concludes a case that involved the deaths of at least 17 patients across five healthcare facilities in four counties. The incidents occurred between 2020 and 2023. Pressdee faced accusations of administering lethal or near-lethal doses of insulin to a number of patients, many of whom were not diabetic. The murders and attempts took place during overnight shifts, a time when fewer staff were present and the immediate detection of emergencies was less likely. She was initially charged in May 2023 after two patients at a nursing home died and another was seriously injured under her care. This led to a further investigation, which led to dozens of more charges against her. The plea hearing, which began on Thursday, was expected to extend into Friday to accommodate people who wanted to give victim impact statements According to prosecutors, Pressdee’s behaviour had been problematic long before the murders began. She had a history of abusive behaviour towards both patients and staff, leading to several instances of being fired or forced to resign. Despite this, she continued to find employment in various health facilities throughout western Pennsylvania, starting in 2018. Pressdee had a history of being "disciplined for abusive behaviour towards patients and/or staff at each facility resulting in her resigning or being terminated," prosecutors said in court documents. Text messages revealed during the court proceedings revealed Pressdee expressing frustration and hostility towards not only her patients and colleagues but also others she encountered socially. Her nursing licence was suspended shortly after the initial charges were filed early last year. #Pennsylvania #Nurse #LethalInsulin #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Congress releases another list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Rahul Gandhi to contest from Raebareli and Kishori Lal Sharma from Amethi. #LokSabhaElections2024 #RahulGandhi #KishoriLalSharma #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently announced that 97.76 per cent of the Rs 2000 denomination banknotes, withdrawn from circulation in May 2023, have returned to the banking system. According to the RBI's statement, the total value of Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation decreased from Rs 3.56 lakh crore on May 19, 2023, to Rs 7,961 crore by April 30, 2024. This signifies that 97.76 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes initially in circulation have been returned to the banking system. Continued Legality Despite the withdrawal announcement, Rs 2000 banknotes remain legal tender. This implies that individuals can still use these notes for transactions, subject to acceptance by the receiving party. Deposit and Exchange Facilities To facilitate the transition, the RBI has established mechanisms for the public to deposit or exchange Rs 2000 banknotes. Individuals can avail of these services at 19 RBI offices located across the country. Additionally, the option to send Rs 2000 banknotes through India Post to any RBI Issue Office for crediting to bank accounts in India is available. Timeline and Procedures Initially, both public and private entities holding Rs 2000 banknotes were required to exchange or deposit them in bank accounts by September 30, 2023. This deadline was subsequently extended to October 7, 2023. Following the discontinuation of deposit and exchange services at bank branches on October 7, 2023, individuals have had the option to either exchange the currency or have the equivalent amount credited to their bank accounts at the designated 19 RBI offices since October 8, 2023. Designated RBI Offices The 19 RBI offices where individuals can deposit or exchange Rs 2000 banknotes are strategically located across various regions in India. These offices are situated in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Belapur, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, and Thiruvananthapuram. #RBI #Rs2000Notes #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Covaxin maker Bharat Biotech it developed the COVID-19 vaccine with a single-minded focus on safety first, followed by efficacy. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), the vaccine maker said that the safety of Covaxin was evaluated by the Ministry of Health. Bharat Biotech’s statement came in after British pharmaceutical AstraZeneca’s admission that its vaccine, sold as Covishield in India could cause rare side effects. It further said Covaxin was evaluated in more than 27,000 subjects as part of the licensure process. "It was licensed under restricted use in clinical trial mode, where detailed safety reporting was carried out for several hundred thousand subjects," the company said in a post on X. "All the above studies and safety follow-up activities have demonstrated an excellent safety record for Covaxin, without any vaccine-associated incidents of block clot, Thrombocytopenia, TTS, VIT, pericarditis, myocarditis." AstraZeneca row Earlier this week, AstraZeneca admitted that its COVID-19 vaccine, developed by researchers from Oxford University, can cause a rare side effect of blood clotting and low platelet count with the potential to cause TTS or thrombosis with thrombocytopenia. The company is facing more than 50 litigations and has been sued in class action over claims its vaccine caused death and serious injury in dozens of cases. In India, millions were jabbed with Covishield – made by AstraZeneca in partnership with Serum Institute of India or SII - the world's largest vaccine manufacturer, for the supply of the vaccine to the Indian Government. The lawsuit was originally initiated by Jamie Scott, who suffered a permanent brain injury after receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine in 2021. Along with his case, others have also highlighted the severe impact of TTS. Experts say Covishield is safe According to experts, the reported side effects of Covishield are extremely rare, so there should be no panic. Studies say isolated reports of TTS from across the world after CVOID-19 vaccinations have been published since 2021. #Covaxin #AstraZeneca #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Passengers travelling on the Delhi Sarai Rohilla SF Express took to the microblogging site X to express their frustration with the lack of space despite paying for tickets. A passenger recounted how his journey was marred by cramped conditions, particularly when he attempted to use the washroom and found the area obstructed by a group of women. Despite his complaints, he felt his concerns were dismissed by the train staff. Mehra's post, accompanied by a photo of the crowded conditions, quickly went viral, amassing over five lakh views, 3,000 likes, and numerous comments. Netizens responded with a mix of frustration and suggestions for improvement. Some criticized the government's focus on initiatives like Vande Bharat, neglecting the issues faced by passengers on older trains. Others proposed technological solutions and stricter entry rules to manage crowds on platforms and within train compartments. An individual wrote, "The government is focusing only on Vande Bharat, that's why these old train passengers are facing such issues." A second added, "Right now, platforms are like open fields where anyone can graze. Technology & multiple barricades are needed right from the platform entrance to the train compartments. For this, at least 30-min prior entry rule is necessary." "Kushal, please use the Railmadad mobile app. You can upload screenshots there. I have personally used it, and it is way faster in terms of providing resolutions," posted a third. #Trains #Viral #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A murder convict at Shivamogga prison (5 hours away from Bengaluru) in Karnataka had to undergo surgery to remove a mobile phone he had swallowed, to evade prison checks. The incident came to light after the Parushuram, 38, complained of severe stomach pain, leading to his hospitalisation. According to a media report, Parushuram was first taken to McGann Teaching District Hospital in Shivamogga due to intense abdominal pain. When his condition worsened, he was transferred to Bengaluru's Victoria Hospital for further examination and treatment. An ultrasound scan revealed an electronic device lodged in his stomach, prompting doctors to perform surgery. The surgery lasted 75 minutes, during which surgeons removed a Chinese keypad mobile phone from Parushuram's pylorus, a part of the stomach that connects to the small intestine. The medical team noted that the phone had likely been inside him for almost 20 days, which explained his severe discomfort. Parushuram did not inform prison officials about swallowing the mobile phone. It was only after the surgery that the jail authorities discovered what had caused his severe stomachache. Following this, police registered a case against Parushuram for smuggling a mobile phone into the prison. Authorities are investigating how the phone was smuggled into the prison and whether additional security measures are needed to prevent such incidents in the future. #Prison #Bengaluru #Karnataka #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A 30-year-old woman from Karnataka, Sweety, and her 11-year-old son, Hridhan, recently embraced the path of Jain monkhood. In a solemn ceremony known as Diksha, symbolising their commitment to a life of spiritual discipline, they were bestowed with new names: Bhavshudhi Rekha Shri Ji for the mother and Hitashay Ratanavijay Ji for the son. According to Viveka, a relative, Bhavshudhi Rekha Shri Ji made the decision to embark on this journey during her pregnancy. She also resolved that her son would follow her footsteps into Jain monastic life. Throughout his upbringing, Hridhan was cognizant of his eventual entry into the monastic fold. In January 2024, the mother-son duo partook in the Diksha ceremony in Surat, Gujarat, and have since taken up residence there. Bhavshudhi Rekha Shri Ji's husband, Manish, and other family members lent their support to her decision, expressing happiness and pride. As images and videos of the ceremony circulated on social media, netizens shared mixed reactions. While some praised the courage required to embrace such a path, others voiced concerns about the child's involvement. One user expressed concern over the child's lack of understanding and maturity to make such a life-altering decision. They stated, "The kid doesn't even know properly where he has been sent to, and away from her mother forever. He can't make such decisions at this immature age. He is just sacrificed by parents." Another questioned the rationale behind starting a family if the ultimate goal was monastic life. They commented, "Why would you marry and have a child when you want to do this in the end?" Additionally, criticism was directed at parents for potentially influencing their child's decision at a tender age. A user expressed, "Being a Jain myself, this is wrong. A child’s free will comes after 18. A parent pushing a child to do something that inflates their ego is pure selfish." #Monkhood #Bengaluru #News #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

Amid heightened security concerns due to bomb threats emailed to schools, a woman using a motorised wheelchair encountered an obstacle & was stopped outside check-in area of Blue Line's Sector 16 metro station. CISF personnel instructed her to switch to a Delhi Metro wheelchair. She was informed that she would not be allowed to board the train if she did not switch to a Delhi Metro wheelchair. “If I were to switch from my electric wheelchair to a different one provided by DMRC, I’m not sure what would happen after my metro journey was completed. DMRC would not provide me with a wheelchair outside the station, so how would I travel?” asked Anju, who has polio. Anju, a resident of Mayur Vihar in Delhi & a para archer expressed surprise at CISF personnel's refusal to grant her entry, considering she had used the same wheelchair on multiple occasions in the metro. "This is the first time this has happened. I have been taking my wheelchair into the Delhi metro for 2 years," she stated. Anju was en route to Bahadurgarh in Haryana to consult a doctor for a recent hand injury sustained in an accident. Anju eventually had to opt for a significantly more expensive cab ride. "I pleaded with the CISF personnel for almost an hour to let me into the station, but he simply wouldn't listen," she recounted. Anju, who arrived at Sector 16 around 11 am, expressed her disappointment, stating, "I don't believe in being dependant, but this experience shattered me." Despite hoping for assistance from bystanders or other security personnel, Anju received no support. Pradeep Raj, general secretary of Association for Disabled People, said they had provided Anju with the wheelchair 2 yrs ago. Raj mentioned that it's rare for individuals with electric wheelchairs to be denied metro access. The organisation has supplied these wheelchairs to many para-athletes. Although some have faced issues with CISF security, they've usually been allowed to travel. The organisation intends to register Anju's case with the Chief Commissioner of Persons with Disabilities under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act. #AnjuBeniwal #DelhiMetro #TimesNow #InstaWithTimesNow

BJP nominates Dinesh Pratap Singh from Rae Bareli seat. BJP drops Brij Bhushan Singh, gives ticket to his son Karan Bhushan Singh from Kaiserganj in Uttar Pradesh #DineshPratapSingh #BrijBhushan #LokSabhaElection2024 #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

A 22-year-old undergraduate student, identified as Yashwant Nagar, accidentally shot himself dead while filming an Instagram reel with a gun in Kota, police officials said. The incident took place near the Mahavir Nagar police station area of the city on Wednesday. The deceased, who was a resident of the Jhalawar district, was enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in humanities in Kota. The incident took place when Nagar was handling a country-made pistol to film reels for his social media account with a friend, police said. The student collapsed on the ground immediately after the bullet hit his chest. He was rushed to the New Medical College Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. A case has been filed at the local police station under relevant sections, and an investigation has been launched. The police said that they are probing the matter to determine who fired the bullet. Initial inquiries suggest that Nagar was filming a reel when the incident took place and efforts are underway to find out the origin of the gun. Nagar’s body has been sent for post-mortem examination, and his family residing in Jhalawar district has been informed about the incident. In another incident that took place in January this year, a man was allegedly strangled to death by his wife for objecting to her making reels on Instagram. The incident took place in Khodabandpur in Bihar’s Begusarai. Notably, the couple married six years ago and have a five-year-old son. The woman has close to 10,000 followers on Instagram and posted 500 reels on it. Rani, in her 20s, was reportedly obsessed with making reels and wanted quick fame on the platform. Her husband objected to her obsession with making reels, which led to an argument between the two. #Rajasthan #Reels #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow

The month of May started on a 'hot' note for Kolkata, with the city recording its highest temperature in 70 years on first day itself. The city saw day temperature reaching 43 degrees on May 1, the second highest temperature recorded in the city in 70 years ( since 1954). April too brought one of the longest spells of heatwaves in almost two decades and broke many records of heat in recent years. The weather scientists claim that there is no immediate respite from this extreme situation. Not only in Kolkata but other parts of West Bengal have also been majorly affected by the unbearable heat. Temperatures Recorded on May 1 According to a Times of India report, Kalaikunka in West Midnapur recorded a high of 47.2 degrees, possibly the highest in the country, Midnapore experienced a temperature of 45.5 degrees whereas Panargah recorded the day’s high of 45.6 degrees. Places near Kolkata like Salt Lake experienced 43.5 degrees, Barrackpore 44.5 degrees and Dumdum 43 degrees. Weather Forecast For the next four days, the RMC anticipates a similar temperature for the city, and eight districts in South Bengal are issued an orange heat wave warning until 4th May. However, the weather experts predict that Kolkata's highest temperature will stay around 43 degrees for the next few days and that there is very little chance that it will reach 45 degrees by Saturday. #Kolkata #Heat #TimesNow #TimesNowNews #InstaWithTimesNow