Student sets self ablaze over ‘harassment’: Odisha govt to bear medical expenses; state minister assures strict action | India News – Times of India

Student sets self ablaze over ‘harassment’: Odisha govt to bear medical expenses; state minister assures strict action | India News – Times of India

Odisha education minister, Suryabanshi Suraj NEW DELHI: After a college student in Odisha burned herself when the sexual harassment complaints went unheard, the state education minister, Suryabanshi Suraj, on Sunday said that the government will cover all the medical expenses. During his visit to AIIMS, the minister assured that a high-level committee would be formed…

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‘Overcharging’ by hospitals under lens: Govt plans portal shift; aims for ‘strict supervision’, claims report | India News – Times of India

‘Overcharging’ by hospitals under lens: Govt plans portal shift; aims for ‘strict supervision’, claims report | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The government is preparing to bring the National Health Claims Exchange currently managed by the health ministry under the joint supervision of the finance ministry and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) in a bid to curb overcharging by hospitals and make health insurance more affordable, a source told Reuters….

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‘Spit Jihad’ must not recur: Uttarakhand CM Dhami issues strict orders ahead of Kanwar Yatra; food hygiene under scanner | India News – Times of India

‘Spit Jihad’ must not recur: Uttarakhand CM Dhami issues strict orders ahead of Kanwar Yatra; food hygiene under scanner | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ahead of the annual Kanwar Yatra, Uttarakhand chief ministerPushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday reviewed preparations in Haridwar and directed officials to prevent any repeat of incidents labelled as “spit jihad”, a term controversially used by BJP leaders to describe alleged instances of food tampering during previous yatras.“Efforts are on to ensure that the…

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Scientists may have found a way to extend lifespan without strict dieting; here’s what the research shows | – The Times of India

Scientists may have found a way to extend lifespan without strict dieting; here’s what the research shows | – The Times of India

For centuries, humanity has pursued the secret to a longer life through alchemy, mythology, and, more recently, science. While the philosopher’s stone remains a myth, researchers have discovered a reliable method to extend lifespan in animals: eating less. Known as dietary restriction, this practice triggers biological mechanisms that slow aging and improve longevity. However, strict…

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Strict checks coming in! RBI to tighten rules for overseas remittances by resident Indians; here’s what is being planned – Times of India

Strict checks coming in! RBI to tighten rules for overseas remittances by resident Indians; here’s what is being planned – Times of India

The RBI’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) governs foreign investments by individuals. (AI image) The Reserve Bank of India intends to strengthen regulations concerning international money transfers, that is, overseas remittances by Indian residents, with new restrictions on foreign currency deposits that involve lock-in periods.The RBI’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) governs foreign investments by individuals, permitting…

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UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 begins today: Key exam day instructions, strict guidelines on admit cards, timing & prohibited items – Times of India

UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 begins today: Key exam day instructions, strict guidelines on admit cards, timing & prohibited items – Times of India

UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 begins today: Important exam day rules, timings and items allowed. (AI Image) UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 exam underway: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination (CSE) Preliminary 2025 is being held today, May 25, 2025, in two shifts across various exam centres in the country.The first shift began at…

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IPL 2025: Digvesh Rathi given strict punishment for send-off to Priyansh Arya in LSG vs PBKS | Cricket News – The Times of India

IPL 2025: Digvesh Rathi given strict punishment for send-off to Priyansh Arya in LSG vs PBKS | Cricket News – The Times of India

Lucknow Super Giants’ Digvesh Rathi with teammates celebrates the wicket of Punjab Kings’ Priyansh Arya during an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 in Lucknow. (PTI) Lucknow Super Giants spinner Digvesh Singh has been fined 25 percent of his match fees and received one demerit point for violating the IPL Code of Conduct during Tuesday’s match…

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VHP condemns California temple vandalism, urges US for strict action | India News – The Times of India

VHP condemns California temple vandalism, urges US for strict action | India News – The Times of India

Representative image (Picture credit: ANI) NEW DELHI: The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) strongly condemned the recent vandalism of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Chino Hills, California, calling for strict action from US authorities. The temple was defaced with anti-India graffiti by unidentified individuals, which led to the outrage of Hindu groups.VHP national spokesperson Vinod…

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BCCI implement strict regulations on family presence, travel rules for IPL 2025: Report | Cricket News – The Times of India

BCCI implement strict regulations on family presence, travel rules for IPL 2025: Report | Cricket News – The Times of India

File photo from the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League. The Board of Control for Cricket in India has reportedly implemented stricter rules regarding family members’ access to the Players and Match Officials Areas (PMOA) during IPL matches. The board has also made it mandatory for players to use team buses for transportation, a…

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