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Representative image (AI-generated) NEW DELHI: Security forces launched a search operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba on Saturday after a suspected Pakistani drone was sighted along the International Border (IB) in the district, officials said.The drone was seen hovering briefly over Indian territory near Chillyari village before returning towards Pakistan after about two minutes.Following the sighting, police and security forces conducted extensive searches in areas along the IB to rule out any possible airdropping of weapons or narcotics. Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif Says He Begged For Funds With Asim Munir As Pakistan Buys Global Influence A similar incident was reported…

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan’s romance is one of Bollywood’s most enduring real-life love stories, but few know that actress Neelam Kothari played an unintentional role in bringing the two together. The surprising revelation was made by Neelam herself while gracing the stage of Indian Idol during its special Season of Love celebrations. ‘One of the reasons Gauri and I got married is because of you’As seen in the latest promo of the show, Neelam shared an interesting conversation she once had with Shah Rukh Khan. Recalling his words, she said, “A few months back Shah Rukh was telling…

Mumbai: A day before the Union Budget, State Bank of India chairman CS Setty has sought a level playing field for tax treatment of all financial products, including fixed deposits. The chairman’s comment came in the wake of bank deposits continuing to lag credit growth as retail savings continue to pour into mutual funds.Responding to a question on his expectations, Setty said the general consensus in the financial sector is that fiscal prudence and fiscal consolidation will continue.”As a banker, there should be a level playing field for financial instruments, but there are fiscal constraints. Globally, we do not see…

From the start of Trump’s second term, American universities have seen a withholding of federal funds, including those funnelled into important research projects by bodies such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and National Science Foundation (NSF).More than half of the research spending of universities comes from federal sources. Each year, universities spend at least $102 billion on research, while an additional $102 billion is given by Federal Student Aid in the form of grants, loans and work-study programmes. Federal cuts had gutted at least $3.7 billion by mid-year, with potential fallouts for hundreds of American universities. Among the…

India is set to lead global economic growth by 2026, surpassing the US, according to IMF data. Elon Musk highlighted this seismic shift, noting India and China will drive over 43% of worldwide expansion. This surge, fueled by domestic strength and manufacturing, signals a changing global economic landscape beyond traditional Western markets. Elon Musk dropped four words that captured a seismic shift years in the making. “The balance of power is changing,” he wrote, sharing IMF data that placed India ahead of the United States in contributions to global economic growth for 2026. The numbers tell the story bluntly. India…

Thane: The Maharashtra govt prioritised resolving traffic congestion in Thane, with key infrastructure projects such as the Coastal Road and elevated corridors progressing steadily, deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde said. He added that once completed, these projects would significantly improve traffic flow and offer residents a smoother and congestion-free commuting experience.Shinde spoke at the inauguration of the Road Safety Campaign–2026 ‘Carnival’, organised by the Thane City Traffic Police on the occasion of Republic Day. The three-day carnival, held from Jan 26 to Jan 28 at the Police Sports Complex ground in Saket, aimed to create awareness about traffic rules and…

Bengaluru: Veteran actress and former minister Jayamala was elected president of the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) Saturday after defeating Sandalwood producer Bhama Harish in a keenly contested election.Polling and counting were held on the same day, with Jayamala securing 512 out of the 813 votes cast for the top post to register a comfortable victory.The election saw active participation from across the Kannada film industry, with prominent actors, producers, distributors, exhibitors and technicians turning up to vote. Actors including Shiva Rajkumar and Dali Dhananjay were among those present at the polling venue, reflecting the significance of the exercise…

Our TOI reporter signed up as a delivery partner with Swiggy, Zomato and Blinkit for three days. She lived the alarms, penalties, panic and pressure of the gig economy. ‘ACCEPT NEW ORDER’The words flashed across the screen, accompanied by a siren-like alarm. It was 7am and my first day as a delivery partner had begun. It was faster than I expected, since I had opened the delivery partner app less than 10 seconds before. The blaring continued unabated as my fingers fumbled to silence it, but it refused to mute. My options were to either accept or deny the order.…

Jajpur: President Droupadi Murmu will visit the Biraja Temple in Jajpur on Feb 3 to perform ‘pind daan’ rituals at Nabhigaya on the premises, marking the first visit by a president to the district since Independence, officials said.“Massive renovation work is going on across Jajpur ahead of the visit and will be completed by Feb 1,” said Jajpur collector Ambar Kar.Nabhigaya, considered one of the most sacred sites for ancestral rituals in eastern India, holds religious importance, drawing parallels with Gaya in Bihar. The president’s decision to perform ‘pind daan’ rituals at the site has brought renewed national attention to…

Dimapur: Altogether 282 recruits, including 36 women, were formally inducted into the Assam Rifles at an attestation parade held at the Assam Rifles Training Centre and School at Sukhovi in Chumoukedima district on Saturday.The recruits marched during the parade which was held to mark the successful completion of their 44 weeks of rigorous training.The training encompassed battle craft, weapon handling, jungle lane shooting, and specialisation in counter-insurgency operations.The parade was led by Captain Anjali Kirola. Addressing the recruits, Maj Gen JS Bainsla, ADG, Assam Rifles, highlighted the rich legacy of the Assam Rifles and its multifaceted role in safeguarding the…