Average of 30,500 pedestrians killed on roads annually between 2019-24 NEW DELHI: More than 1.8 lakh pedestrians were killed in road crashes across India between 2019 and 2024, averaging over 30,500 deaths annually, underscoring their vulnerability as the most at-risk category of road users. Govt data show that the National Highway (NH) network accounted for…
Israeli ambassador Danny Danon loses cool at UN official A United Nations hearing on the plight of children affected by the Gaza conflict erupted into a heated confrontation on Friday, with Israel’s ambassador accusing the UN leadership of unfairly targeting the country.The tense exchange unfolded at UN headquarters in New York during an event marking…
Sebi allows easier transfer of shares of dead investors MUMBAI: The board of Sebi on Friday decided to make it easier for transfer of securities that are in the name of deceased investors to the legal heirs and claimants by simplifying and standardising the process. It also created a new category of claimants where the…
‘I’m getting goosebumps’: Naga Chaitanya praises Chidambaram’s ‘Balan: The Boy’ Actor Naga Chaitanya has showered praise on the newly released thriller ‘Balan: The Boy’ after attending a special screening. The actor interacted with the film’s team and described the movie as an engaging experience filled with unexpected twists and turns. Naga Chaitanya praises ‘Balan’ During…
A positive energy stream runs throughout the day and you’ll feel more vibrant than you do on a regular basis. Jupiter is your ruler. It helps you learn and gain confidence, and the Moon is a source of joy and a sense of social comradeship. So even if your routine is busy, your heart stays…
The Rajasthan Police SI Recruitment 2026 has entered its next phase with RPSC releasing the written examination results. Thousands of candidates have been provisionally selected for the Physical Efficiency Test based on merit, while several aspirants were disqualified for not adhering to examination guidelines. The result PDF is now accessible on the commission’s official portal….
Quote of the day by J.K. Rowling J.K. Rowling is one of the world’s most celebrated authors, best known for creating the immensely popular Harry Potter series. Her books have inspired millions of readers with themes of courage, friendship, kindness and standing up for what is right. Beyond her success as a novelist, Rowling is…
India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir looks on as Kuldeep Yadav, left, warms up before the start of play on day one of the test match between Afghanistan and India in New Chandigarh, India, Saturday, June 6, 2026. (AP Photo) TimesofIndia.com in Chennai: There is not an iota of doubt that, when on song, there is…
FIP casts doubt on interim Air India crash report MUMBAI: The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has alleged that the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau’s (AAIB) preliminary report on Air India flight 171 crash appears to have deliberately omitted cockpit warning data that would have pointed to an electrical failure preceding the loss of both engines.The…
Every man is sociable until a cow invades his garden: Irish proverb of the day Picture a quiet village in rural Ireland. Neighbors exchange greetings across stone walls. Doors remain unlocked. People borrow tools, share news, and gather at the local pub. Then one morning, a farmer wakes to discover a neighbor’s cow trampling his…