Times of India

Subscribe to Times of India feed Times of India
The Times of India: Breaking news, views, reviews, cricket from across India
Updated: 47 min 25 sec ago

H-1B hiring boost: Nvidia offers top salaries despite slowdown in foreign recruitment

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 07:02
While many tech firms scale back, Nvidia is aggressively hiring foreign talent via the H-1B visa program, increasing its certified positions. This surge reflects the company's immense demand for AI specialists and engineers, contrasting with competitors like Google and Amazon. CEO Jensen Huang emphasizes immigration's vital role in US technological leadership.
Categories: National News

Fabricated hospital records, fake lab reports: Delhi court rules in favour of insurance company

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 06:48
A Delhi consumer court confirmed the insurer's denial of a health claim, revealing serious discrepancies in medical documentation. Investigators uncovered that a patient had been administered an injection after their discharge, with evidence showing a pathologist's signature was forged.
Categories: National News

'Never imitated anyone': When Suman Kalyanpur spoke on comparision with Lata Mangeshkar

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 06:47
On May 31, 2026, the music world mourned the loss of Suman Kalyanpur, a veteran singer often celebrated for her voice reminiscent of the legendary Lata Mangeshkar. Her remarkable journey in playback singing was marked by grace and talent, as she bravely created her own distinctive musical identity.
Categories: National News

India moves closer to mega Rafale deal, but will it solve the IAF's fighter shortage?

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 06:37
India is set to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets from France in a significant government-to-government deal worth Rs 3.25 lakh crore. While 18 will be fly-away, 96 will be manufactured in India. This acquisition aims to bolster the Indian Air Force's depleted squadron strength, though indigenous programs like Tejas Mk2 and AMCA are crucial for long-term security against evolving threats.
Categories: National News

Microsoft tells engineers to stop using Anthropic's Claude

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 06:19
Microsoft is discontinuing most internal Claude Code licenses by June 30, directing engineers to its own GitHub Copilot CLI. This move follows Claude Code's unexpected popularity, which reportedly undercut Microsoft's homegrown product. While officially citing toolchain unification, the timing suggests cost-cutting amidst an industry-wide AI spending crunch.
Categories: National News

Lalit Modi backs Sooryavanshi to become 'bigger than any Hollywood and Bollywood star'

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 06:17
Lalit Modi has predicted a meteoric rise for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who was the leading run-scorer in IPL 2026. Modi believes the Rajasthan Royals prodigy could score a T20 double century and become a global superstar, surpassing even Hollywood and Bollywood actors.
Categories: National News

Salman Khan's legal team files case against 'Kala Hiran', demands film be pulled

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 06:14
Salman Khan's legal team has sent a notice to the makers of 'Kala Hiran', a film based on the blackbuck poaching case, demanding they halt its release and remove all promotional material, warning of further legal action if their demands are not met.
Categories: National News

Meta layoffs: What WARN filing reveals about state where employees are impacted

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 05:56
Meta has laid off thousands of California employees, primarily software engineers, as it restructures to prioritize artificial intelligence. This move, impacting locations like Menlo Park and Sunnyvale, reflects a broader tech industry shift towards AI-driven operations. The company aims to reallocate resources to critical AI initiatives, with affected employees receiving severance packages.
Categories: National News

'Mental torture': Punjab student dies by suicide; alleges harassment over unpaid fees

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 05:53
A 17-year-old student tragically ended her life after allegedly enduring severe mental harassment from her school over ₹20,000 in unpaid fees. Before her death, she recorded a viral video statement from her hospital bed, detailing the ordeal and holding the school administration responsible. Police have registered a case and are actively searching for the accused.
Categories: National News

'Kar diya na maine': Rajat Patidar's first words after RCB's title win

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 05:44
Moments after RCB’s IPL 2026 victory, Patidar shared an emotional embrace with childhood friend Abhishek Pathrod, saying, “Dekha, jeet gaye. Kar diya na maine." The triumph capped a remarkable rise for the soft-spoken leader, whose calm captaincy and prolific batting helped transform RCB from perennial underachievers into back-to-back champions.
Categories: National News

CUET UG 2026 admit cards released for rescheduled exams: Check link to download hall tickets here

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 05:38
The National Testing Agency has released updated admit cards for CUET (UG) 2026 candidates whose exams were rescheduled due to a technical glitch on 30 May 2026. The affected examinations will now be held on 06–07 June 2026. Candidates are required to download their revised hall tickets from the official portal and follow all instructions carefully.
Categories: National News

'Saw potential in a young worker': DKS thanks Gandhi family ahead of swearing-in

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 05:22
Karnataka CM-designate DK Shivakumar expressed deep gratitude to the Gandhi family for their pivotal role in his political career. He vowed to work with sincerity and commitment to build a progressive, inclusive, and prosperous Karnataka, drawing inspiration from Rajiv Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.
Categories: National News

House collapses in Delhi's Mukundpur after LPG blast; several feared trapped

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 05:16
An LPG cylinder blast caused a single-storey house to collapse in Delhi's Mukundpur area on Tuesday morning. Several residents are feared trapped under the debris. Rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the scene to launch operations following the incident.
Categories: National News

Ivanka assassination plot: Accused had blueprint of her home, wanted to 'burn down' Trump's house

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 05:02
An IRGC-linked operative, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges in Manhattan, accused of plotting to assassinate Ivanka Trump and orchestrating global attacks. He claimed innocence, stating, "Our children are being killed by your rockets." The indictment details alleged bombings and planned attacks, with potential life sentences.
Categories: National News

FEMA case: ED conducts searches against Vedanta Group

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 04:59
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated searches against the Vedanta Group as part of a Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) investigation. The action against the mining conglomerate, promoted by Anil Agarwal, commenced on Monday. Further details regarding the ongoing FEMA probe are yet to be disclosed by the central agency.
Categories: National News

Pages