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Chennai: Eight years after being acquitted by a trial court in a murder case, nine persons accused in the case were awarded life imprisonment by Madras high court on Wednesday. The issue pertained to a murder due to previous enmity in Tiruvannamalai in 2011.”All the accused were present at the scene and participated in the attack, which resulted in multiple injuries to the deceased, ultimately causing death. Considering the evidence, the prosecution proved beyond reasonable doubt that all the accused are guilty of the murder. The evidence of witnesses, together with the medical reports, is reliable and trustworthy,” a division…
Ahmedabad: A team from IIT Gandhinagar (IIT-Gn) developed a hybrid electrode using metal-organic frameworks, boron nitride and carbon nanotubes.The electrode delivered higher energy, mitigated corrosion, and enhanced stability and cycle life, researchers said, adding that these attributes can help explore the potential of specific materials for next-generation energy storage technologies.The study was recently published in the Journal of Energy Storage, with Prashant Dubey and Atul Bhargav as authors.”Its performance can be attributed to features such as the hybrid and interconnected porous structure and efficient transport of ions or charged particles within the device,” said Dubey. Source link
Rajya Sabha elections for four Odisha seats are sparking intense speculation. With BJP likely to secure two and BJD one, a consensus candidate for the fourth seat, possibly an eminent Odia personality, is being discussed. BJP may seek BJD support for a third nominee, with several party leaders and prominent figures being considered. Bhubaneswar: With the Election Commission on Wednesday announcing Rajya Sabha elections for 37 seats in 10 states, including 4 from Odisha, speculation has intensified over possible nominees from the state.Based on their current assembly strengths, BJP is poised to win two seats and the BJD one, with…
Gurgaon: For thousands of families who moved into highrises along Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) and Dwarka Expressway, summer often brings a familiar worry of taps running dry or reliance on private tankers. This year, however, some relief may finally be in sight, as the fifth unit of 100 MLD at the Chandu Budhera water treatment plant is expected to be ready by May.This will improve supply in the new sectors between 81 and 115. The project was awarded in March 2024 at an estimated cost of Rs 52.5 crore, with a 2-year completion timeline. Once functional, the city’s overall water…
Shillong: The expert committee on the State Reservation Policy, whose report was tabled in the assembly on Wednesday, has recommended that the state govt examine the introduction of the “creamy layer” principle — where constitutionally applicable — to ensure that reservation benefits reach the most disadvantaged sections within reserved categories.The committee reaffirmed that reservation should not be determined solely on population proportions of any tribe or caste. It emphasised that the primary constitutional considerations remain social and educational backwardness, historical disadvantage or injustice, and adequacy of representation in public services.“The Constitution provides for affirmative action based on socio-economic backwardness and…
Kanpur: SATHEE (Self-Assessment, Test and Help for Entrance Exams), an initiative developed by the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur with support from the Ministry of Education, Govt of India, was featured in the prestigious “Real-World Impact of AI in Education” Casebook, unveiled at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.The recognition highlights SATHEE’s role as a large-scale, AI-driven learning platform that improves access to quality education and personalised exam preparation for students across India, particularly in underserved and rural regions.On this occasion, the team also announced the launch of the new AI-enabled version of the SATHEE platform, introducing advanced features designed…
Ludhiana: The stands at Kila Raipur were nearly at capacity on Wednesday as the second day of the rural games saw a significant surge in spectators. The primary draw remained the historic bullock cart races—revived after a 12-year hiatus—alongside high-energy performances by stuntmen, motorcyclists, and traditional athletes.Colonel Surinder Singh Grewal (retd), president of the Kila Raipur Sports Society, told TOI that excitement has grown and the stadium crowd was much larger on Wednesday. He added that with chief minister Bhagwant Mann set to attend the concluding day, they expect attendance to swell further. Grewal noted that during the second day…
Noida: Garment manufacturer Sabs Exports International will invest over Rs 60 crore to set up a new manufacturing unit in the notified area of the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA). The company received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from YEIDA on Tuesday, marking the initial stage of the land allotment process for the proposed project. A govt-recognised export unit, Sabs Exports International specialises in design-based manufacturing of premium smart-casual knitted garments. Its primary focus is on menswear, along with select categories of womenswear. Officials said the proposed unit is expected to generate direct employment for around 400 to 500…
Pune: The Indian Army has proposed a mechanism to protect startups from severe financial losses in the event that their systems fail during user trials.The proposal, put forward by officials of the Army Design Bureau (ADB), was submitted recently to the Ministry of Defence for consideration. The move follows growing concerns that several defence startups developing niche and high-risk technologies are struggling to survive after setbacks during trial stages.”One of the major challenges with startups is that when we ask them to demonstrate their equipment at forward locations, many lack the financial capacity to transport systems from places such as…
Vasco: The Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) on Wednesday resolved to ban coal handling operations at Mormugao Port and decided to meet chief minister Pramod Sawant to seek a final decision on a total prohibition.Councillors from the Mormugao constituency attended a special meeting dressed in black, holding placards reading “Say no to coal, amka kolso naka,” protesting rising coal dust pollution. Of 25 members, 19 were present, along with senior administrative officials, police and Goa State Pollution Control Board representatives. Officials of the Mormugao Port Authority and coal companies were absent.MLA Alina Saldanha Amonkar condemned their absence and asked the MMC…