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Former Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan has revealed fresh details about Operation Sindoor, saying Indian loitering missions searching for radars around Sargodha may have unintentionally hit Pakistans Kirana Hills after running out of fuel. Kirana Hills is associated with Pakistans nuclear infrastructure. Chauhan also said India used lower airspace as a third option, even approving a Sargodha strike after Pakistan sought talks. He claimed Pakistan struggled to assess the results of its own st

Former CDS General Anil Chauhan has revealed that Pakistan tried accessing commercial satellite imagery, including from Chinese companies, to establish whether its strikes during Operation Sindoor had hit their intended targets. Chauhan said Pakistan remained blind about the results and continued seeking imagery until around May 12. He explained that commercial satellite images from US and Chinese companies are available to anyone, but access depends on contracts, payments and waiting periods. A

Adam Scott opens up about working alongside Robert De Niro in the new film 'The Whisper Man', discussing the unusual and deeply layered father-son relationship at the heart of the story. Speaking at the films New York premiere, Scott explains how the cast focused on behavior rather than simply having the characters talk about their feelings. The actor also reflects on choosing varied projects throughout his career and why The Whisper Man proved especially fulfilling.#adamscott #robertdeniro #the

Michelle Monaghan opens up about working with Robert De Niro in The Whisper Man, calling the experience every actors dream come true. Speaking at the films New York premiere, Monaghan also reveals why the mystery thriller drew her in, praising Alex Norths bestselling novel and its twists, turns and layered family dynamics. From her admiration for De Niro to the films darker mysteries, Monaghan shares what made The Whisper Man such an exciting project.#michellemonaghan #robertdeniro #thewhisperma

Germanys famed hidden champions are increasingly being bought by US investors. The latest is industrial fan maker ebm-papst, sold to Madison Air for 4.8 billion. As American buyers target German companies across steel, pumps, engines and industrial technology, concerns are growing over Germanys long-term industrial strength.#Germany #MadeInGermany #USInvestors #GermanEconomy #Manufacturing #Industry

Dr Martin Cooper made the first mobile phone call on April 3, 1973. He called his rival Joel Engel from a New York City street. Motorola and Bell Laboratories pursued different mobile communication approaches then. Cooper's call demonstrated a truly portable mobile phone concept. This event marked an early step in mobile communication evolution.

Born on January 19, 1946, in Tennessee, Parton grew up in a poor family and was one of 12 children. She began writing songs when she was about six years old. Her first known song, Little Tiny Tasseltop, was about a corncob doll made with corn-silk hair. Parton was married to Carl Dean from 1966 until his death in 2025. He generally stayed away from the public spotlight.

For the first time, Chinas J-16 has directly trained against the Rafale. During the Eagles of Civilization 2026 exercise in Egypt, Chinese and Egyptian pilots conducted medium- and close-range air-combat drills on August 23. The encounter gives Beijing rare first-hand experience against the same French fighter family operated by India. No scorecard has been released, so there is no verified winner. But China has gained something valuable: live training exposure to Rafale performance rather than

Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend and associate Ghislaine Maxwells latest bid for freedom has suffered a devastating legal blow. A federal judge has rejected her attempt to overturn her sex trafficking conviction and escape her 20-year prison sentence, delivering a scathing assessment of her claims. Judge Paul A. Engelmayer called Maxwells arguments demonstrably meritless and said they were based on speculation, distortions, and/or outright falsehoods. Maxwell had argued that newly released ma

Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed and Fox News host Jesse Watters got into a fiery exchange during a tense primetime interview with the conversation taking a bizarre turn over medical procedures for minors.Watters pressed El-Sayed on whether he supports gender-transition procedures for children. El-Sayed argued that the government should not dictate healthcare decisions involving doctors, parents and patients. When Watters challenged him, El-Sayed turned the question back on the

Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir has landed in Tehran carrying a potentially explosive US proposal for Iran. According to Al Arabiya English, Washington offered to lift its blockade and sanctions if Tehran reopens the Strait of Hormuz and halts attacks by Iran-linked groups. Munirs high-stakes talks with Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei come as both sides weigh whether diplomacy can prevent another dangerous escalation.

Russia has rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskys reported proposal for a buffer free economic zone in Donbas under third-party control. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Donbas is considered by Moscow to be Russian territory and argued that a third party could not administer regions of the Russian Federation. The remarks come amid renewed discussion of possible peace arrangements involving Russia, Ukraine, the United States and Europe. Peskov also warned against the deployment of N

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made a bombshell claim that Iran allegedly tried to assassinate one of his sons. Speaking to Channel 14, Netanyahu said Iran had targeted one of his sons and argued that continued security protection for his family is therefore necessary. Israeli media reported that the alleged plot had been known to the countrys security establishment for months, though Netanyahu did not identify which son was targeted or provide details of the alleged attempt. The

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has reacted to a reported private meeting between House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Trump's envoy Jared Kushner. The unusual meeting has sparked questions about what was discussed and why the two political figures met behind closed doors. Mamdanis reaction adds another layer to the growing political intrigue, as Democrats navigate internal divisions and the evolving political landscape surrounding Donald Trump and his allies. Watch Mamdani respond to

Prashant Kishor has thrown down the gauntlet to both Bihar's Chief Minister and opposition leader, challenging them to take their matriculation exams. He proposed that the education minister raise this topic at the upcoming cabinet meeting. This challenge follows the education minister's suggestion for Tejashwi Yadav to pass his exams. Kishor emphasized the need for leaders who inspire trust among the youth by demonstrating their academic capability.

Food and Drugs Administration officials inspected ten prominent Bengaluru clubs on Tuesday. Several clubs were found violating food safety and hygiene regulations. Issues included unhygienic food handling and improper storage practices. Label violations were also noted on food products found at one club. These inspections are part of an ongoing drive to ensure compliance.

In this insightful conversation, Arundhati Bhattacharya, Chairperson & CEO, Salesforce India, joins Mayank, Founder & CEO, ADROSONIC, to explore how AI is transforming businesses, driving innovation and shaping the future of work.From building AI-ready organisations to navigating the opportunities and challenges of rapid technological change, the conversation brings together perspectives on the evolving role of AI in business and leadership.Watch the full conversation now.

Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic were knocked out in the first round of the US Open mixed doubles after losing to doubles specialists Katerina Siniakova and Henry Patten 1-4, 4-2 (10-2). The top-seeded pair started strongly but failed to maintain their advantage. Patten and Siniakova advanced to the quarterfinals, while other stars including Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz also featured.

A surveillance officer is facing seven counts of voyeurism after being accused of secretly recording female students while they changed. Investigations revealed he exploited school security cameras and saved the footage for personal viewing. The alarming misuse surfaced during a routine audit, prompting police action. The school is actively aiding authorities in identifying impacted students and is offering counseling support to both students and staff.

President Donald Trump has escalated his feud with Canada yet again this time suggesting the United States could rename Lake Ontario Lake America.Trump said the U.S. was giving serious consideration to changing the name, linking the proposal to his growing trade dispute with Ontario and Canada. The extraordinary post comes after the collapse of U.S.-Canada trade talks, new 50% U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods and Canada's promise of dollar-for-dollar retaliation.

Is Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump's marriage in trouble? A brief moment involving the President, the First Lady and close POTUS aide Natalie Harp has sparked intense discussion online. Social media users are closely examining Melanias reaction and body language. The moment, captured during the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, has prompted speculation about what may have been happening behind the scenes. Body language experts have weighed in on Trump and Melanias public interactions, suggesting t

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) has rejected claims it failed to submit the names of excluded Asian Games tennis players to the IOA, with TimesofIndia.com accessing a July 3 letter seeking their inclusion. AITA argued event-specific selections would maximise medal prospects, but the Sports Ministry has stood by its strict Asia-ranking criteria despite criticism from ex-player Rohan Bopanna.

Islam Makhachev believes Movsar Evloev has a strong chance to beat Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 333. He pointed to Evloevs youth and said Volkanovski is no longer at his peak. Volkanovski, meanwhile, has admitted a poor showing could make him consider retirement. The title fight is scheduled for October 24 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.

Uttar Pradesh RERA has provided a four-month extension for eligible real estate projects, taking into consideration the geopolitical situation in the Middle East and its repercussions on the industry. This newfound leeway allows project registration validity and completion deadlines to be extended until October 2026. Automatic extensions will be granted to qualifying projects post-verification; however, those with Completion or Occupancy Certificates are excluded from this relief.

This Sunday marks the launch of Nasa's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, a groundbreaking observatory aimed at enhancing our understanding of dark energy and dark matter in the universe. Additionally, it will explore exoplanets beyond our solar system. By conducting expansive wide-field surveys, it will work alongside Hubble and James Webb to map billions of galaxies and cosmic structures, promising exciting advancements in astronomical research.

Just over five weeks after making Indian space history, Skyroot Aerospace is going again. The first stage of its second Vikram-1 rocket is already heading to Sriharikota, where it will undergo integration, testing and final launch preparations. On July 18, Vikram-1 became the first privately developed Indian orbital rocket to successfully reach orbit from Indian soiland succeeded on its maiden attempt. It deployed SCOPE and Grahaa into Low Earth Orbit, putting Skyroot among a tiny group of priva

Morne Morkel provides a crucial update on Rishabh Pants shoulder injury and praises Prasidh Krishna after his impressive spell in Colombo.

Flight-tracking images circulating online reportedly show a US Air Force C-17 Globemaster flying from Riga to Moscows Vnukovo Airport. Neither Washington nor Moscow has explained its mission, passengers or cargo, while the Kremlin claims it has no information about the aircraft. The authenticity of some circulating imagery remains unverified. Watch.

Hillary Clinton has accused the Trump administration of superficial decision-making before attacking Iran, questioning whether the president understood the risk of Tehran closing the Strait of Hormuz. She said US strikes successfully killed senior Iranian leaders but failed to produce the promised collapse of the regime. Watch.

Patna witnessed dramatic scenes as students protesting alleged irregularities in the 70th BPSC examination clashed with police during a march from Gandhi Maidan towards Raj Bhavan. Protesters broke barricades, while police used water cannons and detained several students. Students are demanding cancellation of the BPSC exam, a single-phase TRE-4 examination, transparency, action over alleged paper leaks and time-bound recruitment calendars. The Bihar government claims almost all demands have bee

Was Hollywood actor Hayden Panettiere being forced by her ex-boyfriend Brian Hickerson to have a baby with him? According to a report citing Rob Shuters Substack, Hickerson was reportedly serious about starting a family with Panettiere and was allegedly pressuring her to have a child with him. The claims are especially striking given Panettieres well-documented history of postpartum depression following the birth of her daughter, Kaya, in 2014. The report also claims people close to Hayden quest

The ambitious construction of India's inaugural bullet train segment is well underway in Thane and Palghar. Currently, over one hundred kilometers of pier work is in progress, with many piers poised for girders. This essential elevated route will host three elevated stations, while several mountain tunnels have successfully broken through. Additionally, significant bridge construction is ongoing, showcasing the country's commitment to advancing modern railway infrastructure.

Luna Parc in New Jersey began as a 600-square-foot cabin that artist Ricky Boscarino started transforming in 1989. Over the years, he turned it into a 5,000-square-foot, 11-level home and studio filled with artwork, collections and unusual spaces. The property also serves as a teaching space where young local artists learn craft and business skills.

Five years after Galwan, India and China are pushing cautiously towards a more stable relationship. NSA Ajit Doval is in Beijing for the 25th Special Representatives talks with Wang Yi on the unresolved boundary question. Doval has also met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, with both sides discussing peace along the border and stronger economic, political and multilateral engagement. Then comes September. Reuters reports Xi Jinping is likely to attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi with roughly 4

Watch the Official Teaser from Hindi movie 'The Vvaan' starring Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia, Sunil Grover, Maniesh Paul, Shweta Tiwari and Anup Soni. 'The Vvaan' movie is directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor. To know more about 'The Vvaan' teaser watch the video. Check out the latest Hindi teasers, new movie teasers, trending Hindi movie teaser, and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.

You walk every day, hit your 10,000 steps and consider yourself active. But is that enough to protect your muscles? Dr Nitin Kapoor tells TOIs Kamini Mathai why walking and other aerobic exercise, while important for overall health, cannot replace resistance training when it comes to building and preserving muscle. Dr Kapoor explains how much strength training we actually need, why even 1520 minutes can make a difference, and how getting enough protein completes the picture. A practical guide to

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar just made a claim that doesn't add up. He told Pakistan's National Assembly that Iran gave Pakistan strong support during Operation Sindoor in May 2025 but offered zero details of what that support actually involved. Compare that to what really happened: Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi flew to Islamabad and then Delhi, urging restraint from both sides and denouncing terrorism, not picking a side. This isn't Pakistan's first rewrite of the record Dar previ

First look at the Made in India all-new Audi Q3Hits: Design, Cabin, Performance, Lighting, TechMisses: No 360-Degree camera, no seat ventilationLaunch in Mid-October

Scientist and author Anand Ranganathan praises UP CM Yogi Adityanath's tackling of encephalitis in Gorakhpur, once the epicentre of the disease that killed thousands of children. He shares how after coming into power CM Yogi eradicated the disease through mass vaccination drives and improved access to clean tap water.