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Indian-origin landlord sued in US for 'sexually harassing' female tenant

Times of India - Thu, 08/06/2026 - 05:38
A landlord faces a federal lawsuit for alleged sexual harassment. He is accused of retaliating against a tenant who rejected his advances. The tenant's furnace was not repaired, leading to a fire. The Justice Department is seeking compensation for the affected family. This action aims to protect tenants from landlord misconduct.
Categories: National News

'His name's Sooryavanshi': Buttler backs Indian teen to break his T20 record

Times of India - Thu, 08/06/2026 - 05:20
Jos Buttler has made headlines by becoming the all-time highest run-scorer in men's T20 cricket, overtaking Kieron Pollard. He has high hopes for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose impressive form in youth competitions suggests he may one day challenge this record, signaling exciting times ahead for the future of Indian cricket.
Categories: National News

PD is short form for Pandits in SP's PDA, says Akhilesh Yadav

Times of India - Thu, 08/06/2026 - 04:39
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav stated PDA's 'PD' signifies Pandits, expanding the party's core voter base. He asserted Brahmins faced pain under the BJP government, citing specific incidents. Yadav recalled the alleged torture and murder of a doctor in Sultanpur. He also mentioned the Vikas Dubey encounter and restrictions on Swami Avimukteshwaranand. The party leader highlighted socialist thinker Janeshwar Mishra's legacy and SP's embrace of Brahmin leaders.
Categories: National News

After 'ban' on Claude Code, Microsoft has more 'bad news' for Anthropic

Times of India - Thu, 08/06/2026 - 03:36
Microsoft has told engineers that "tokenmaxxing is not what we are optimizing for" in a new internal memo from EVP Jay Parikh. The memo makes OpenAI's GPT-5.6 the default internal model, replacing an auto-router that had been sending GitHub Copilot workloads to Anthropic's Claude. Every Microsoft division now carries an AI token budget target, months after Claude Code licences were cancelled.
Categories: National News

How Coco Gauff's parents sacrificed everything to build a Grand Slam champion

Times of India - Thu, 08/06/2026 - 00:04
Coco Gauff’s rise to Grand Slam success is also the story of her family’s belief. Her parents changed their lives to support her dream, stayed by her side through pressure and celebrated every milestone with her. From Wimbledon at 15 to the 2023 US Open title, Gauff’s journey shows how faith, sacrifice and family can shape a champion.
Categories: National News

Supreme Court acquits man after 22 years in jail for wrongful conviction

Times of India - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 23:48
After enduring twenty-two long years of wrongful imprisonment, a man was finally acquitted by the Supreme Court. The injustice stemmed from the trial court's flawed evidence analysis, compounded by the High Court's refusal to entertain his delayed appeal. The Supreme Court emphasized how marginalized communities often find access to justice frustratingly elusive, shedding light on the pressing issues within the judicial system that disproportionately affect the underprivileged.
Categories: National News

Cabinet expansion unrest: Congress in damage control mode

Hindu - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 23:47
Congress general secretary in-charge of Karnataka Randeep Singh Surjewala arrived in Bengaluru and met senior disgruntled leaders on Wednesday
Categories: National News

A.P. govt. issues draft regulations for private AYUSH facilities

Hindu - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 23:45
The regulations classify private AYUSH facilties into seven categories based on bed strength and services, ranging from single-doctor clinics to hospitals with over 200 beds; mandatory registration proposed
Categories: National News

A.P. CM tells officials to draw micro-level development plans for Visakhapatnam Economic Region

Hindu - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 23:44
The region will be developed with a focus on balanced growth, infrastructure expansion, industrial development, tourism, and employment generation, says Chandrababu Naidu
Categories: National News

Trai unveils draft service quality norms for network slicing

Times of India - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 23:40
Indian telecom consumers may soon see network slicing come to life, as the telecom authority has released draft protocols for this groundbreaking technology. These anticipated regulations will enable different internet speeds tailored to various user segments, allowing telecom operators to set unique prices for services like 4G and 5G. This development follows appeals from prominent telecom service providers.
Categories: National News

'Respect senior players': Rahane warns Gambhir amid India's Test struggles

Times of India - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 23:30
Rahane also pointed to the rapid transition in the Indian Test side. Within six months, India lost Ravichandran Ashwin, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from the Test setup. Without naming anyone directly, he said a Test team needs more experienced players alongside youngsters.
Categories: National News

Supreme Court urges states to decide on raising retirement age of judges by Sept 2

Times of India - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 23:16
The Supreme Court urged states to decide on raising trial court judges' retirement age. This move aims to align their superannuation age with that of High Court judges. States were asked to make this decision by September 2, dismissing financial constraint arguments. The court stated that retaining experienced judges offers financial benefits to the government. High Courts were also requested to support this age enhancement initiative.
Categories: National News

Ex-Ethiopian Air chief Tewolde Gebremariam becomes Air India CEO

Times of India - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 23:06
Air India has appointed Tewolde Gebremariam as its new CEO and MD. He previously led Ethiopian Airlines for over 36 years, achieving significant growth. Gebremariam will succeed Campbell Wilson, who stabilized the airline initially. The Tata Group aims for profitable expansion and operational excellence under his leadership. Gebremariam expressed excitement about building a world-class global airline for India.
Categories: National News

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ iconic uniform gets historic update for 2026 NFL season

Times of India - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 22:56
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will debut a historic update to their iconic uniform during the 2026 NFL season through an expanded partnership with Kendra Scott. The collaboration introduces the first standardized game-day jewelry as part of the squad's look and includes a fan collection inspired by Texas pride. The launch also highlights the growing influence of the cheerleaders beyond football, blending fashion, tradition and modern team branding.
Categories: National News

Deal on Hormuz shipping route reached with Oman, says Iran

Times of India - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 22:46
Iran and Oman have agreed on a proposed shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz. This agreement is a potential step toward reopening the critical waterway for energy supplies. A joint statement from Tehran and Muscat is currently in the final drafting stage. Sources indicate Iran would gain control over ships entering the Gulf via the strait. Talks continue, but finalization depends on third-party non-obstruction and detailed definitions.
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Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration places one-year ban on analogue, non-dairy paneer

Hindu - Wed, 08/05/2026 - 22:44
The ban includes the manufacture, processing, storage, transport, distribution and sale of analogue/non-dairy paneer
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