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RANCHI: One person died and another is feared trapped after a portion of the roof of a government school building collapsed in Ranchi's Piska More area, officials said on Friday.The incident occurred amid continuous rainfall in the Jharkhand capital. Rescue operations are underway to locate and save the individual believed to be trapped under the debris, a police officer confirmed."A person was killed when a portion of the roof of a government school building collapsed. We have sent our team for a rescue operation as we received information that another person is trapped inside," Sudkhdeo Naga ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The Indian equity indices opened lower on Friday as heavyweights like Axis Bank and Bharti Airtel were among the top losers in the BSE benchmark. At 9.25 am, Sensex was down 171 points or 0.21 per cent at 82, 087 and Nifty was down 35 points or 0.14 per cent at 25, 075. In the Sensex pack, M&M, Tata Steel, Power Grid, L&T, UltraTech Cement, Infosys, Tata Motors, BEL, NTPC, TCS, Trent and Maruti Suzuki were top gainers. Axis Bank, Bharti Airtel, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tech Mahindra , HDFC Bank, Eternal (Zomato), HUL, Sun Pharma, Bajaj Finance, ICICI Bank, Titan and Bajaj Finserv ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: A fire broke out late Sunday night in the Trauma ICU of SMS Hospital, caused by a short circuit. Relatives of patients described panic and confusion as smoke filled the ward.Multiple patients were trapped inside as smoke engulfed the ward, while hospital staff reportedly fled the scene, leaving relatives to rescue their loved ones.Puran Singh, a patient's relative, described the initial moments: "When there was a spark, there was a cylinder beside it. The smoke spread throughout the ICU, causing everyone to flee in panic. Some managed to rescue their own patients, but mine was left ...Read More >
JODHPUR: At least five people were killed and 14 others sustained injuries after a trailer truck and a tempo carrying devotees collided near Khari Beri village on NH-125 in Jodhpur on Saturday, officials said.The injured were taken to MDM Hospital in Jodhpur for medical care. According to Dr Vikas Kumar, Superintendent of the hospital, three individuals were brought in dead, while 14 others are currently being treated. He said that among the injured, one patient has a severe abdominal wound, another has a chest injury, one has sustained a head injury, and the remaining victims are in stable co ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Two men were electrocuted to death, and more than 30 others were injured in Gaura Bazar when a vehicle carrying an idol of Goddess Durga came into contact with a high-tension power line, officials said on Monday. The incident occurred late Sunday night when a pipe on the truck carrying the idol touched the high-tension line. This resulted in a current surge, additional superintendent of police Anjana Tiwari said. Initial reports indicated that two men were killed, while around 10 to 15 others experienced electrocution, the ASP said. However, a duty doctor, Nitin Yadav, told PTI Vide ...Read More >
The TOI Lifestyle Desk is a dynamic team of dedicated journalists who, with unwavering passion and commitment, sift through the pulse of the nation to curate a vibrant tapestry of lifestyle news for The Times of India readers. At the TOI Lifestyle Desk, we go beyond the obvious, delving into the extraordinary. Consider us your lifestyle companion, providing a daily dose of inspiration and information. Whether you're seeking the latest fashion trends, travel escapades, culinary delights, or wellness tips, the TOI Lifestyle Desk is your one-stop destination for an enriching lifestyle experience. ...Read More >
Though controversial, some research suggests that blood-type-specific diets may help optimize health. Consult a professional before making drastic changes. The TOI Lifestyle Desk is a dynamic team of dedicated journalists who, with unwavering passion and commitment, sift through the pulse of the nation to curate a vibrant tapestry of lifestyle news for The Times of India readers. At the TOI Lifestyle Desk, we go beyond the obvious, delving into the extraordinary. Consider us your lifestyle companion, providing a daily dose of inspiration and information. Whether you're seeking the latest fash ...Read More >
twitter Kaley Cuoco opened up about the heartbreaking decision to rehome her beloved dog Shirley, who passed away from cancer. In a touching Instagram video shared on Sunday, the Big Bang Theory star revealed the circumstances that led to this difficult choice and paid tribute to Shirley, who she had loved for nearly 14 years. Cuoco explained that she had to rehome Shirley after conflicts arose between the dog and her fiancé Tom Pelphrey's German Shepherd, Blue. She shared that Shirley, despite being affectionate towards people, struggled to get along with other dogs. After Pelphrey moved in ...Read More >
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Forest officer G S Roshni, known for rescuing over 800 venomous and non-venomous snakes during her nearly eight-year tenure with the Kerala Forest Department, made her first king cobra rescue on Sunday -- a massive 14-15 feet specimen -- from a stream near Peppara.The daring operation, which took her only a few minutes, was captured on video and quickly went viral, drawing both praise and criticism online.One person commented in the video that women who get scared by lizards and cockroaches should learn from her.Another person said -- "Big salute ma'am. I don't see anyone s ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: A video has gone viral on social media showing a young girl in Kota, Rajasthan, crying inconsolably on a road divider after allegedly being slapped by an auto-rickshaw driver.The incident, now stirring outrage and sympathy online, highlights the harsh realities faced by children on the streets.According to the video, shared by content creator 'Ride With Shikhar' on Instagram, the girl was reportedly hit by the driver while chasing his auto, attempting to sell a rose to the passenger inside.The footage shows the child sitting alone on the divider, sobbing uncontrollably, as the auto ...Read More >
AI Image NEW DELHI: Six children have died from kidney-related complications in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district between September 4 and September 26, prompting health officials to investigate the cause. The affected children initially experienced colds, coughs, and fevers before their conditions worsened with kidney complications.Health authorities have collected samples for examination after cases were reported in the Parasia area of Chhindwara from August 22, according to news agency ANI."The complaints of fever came to light among children in Parasia, Chhindwara from August 22 and late ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: A 52-year-old man named Muhammadali walked into a police station in Vengara, Malappuram district of Kerala on Friday, confessing to a killing he claims to have committed as a 14-year-old in 1986. He revealed that the burden of guilt became unbearable after recent personal tragedies struck his family.Muhammadali told police he was working on Devassya's property in Koodaranji village, Kozhikode district, when the incident occurred. He said a man tried to harass him, and in self-defense, he kicked the man who fell into a nearby stream.The teenager fled the scene in panic but returned t ...Read More >
The TOI Lifestyle Desk is a dynamic team of dedicated journalists who, with unwavering passion and commitment, sift through the pulse of the nation to curate a vibrant tapestry of lifestyle news for The Times of India readers. At the TOI Lifestyle Desk, we go beyond the obvious, delving into the extraordinary. Consider us your lifestyle companion, providing a daily dose of inspiration and information. Whether you're seeking the latest fashion trends, travel escapades, culinary delights, or wellness tips, the TOI Lifestyle Desk is your one-stop destination for an enriching lifestyle experience. ...Read More >
Crowded environments and poor ventilation can hasten transmission, making masks and cleanliness essential. The TOI Lifestyle Desk is a dynamic team of dedicated journalists who, with unwavering passion and commitment, sift through the pulse of the nation to curate a vibrant tapestry of lifestyle news for The Times of India readers. At the TOI Lifestyle Desk, we go beyond the obvious, delving into the extraordinary. Consider us your lifestyle companion, providing a daily dose of inspiration and information. Whether you're seeking the latest fashion trends, travel escapades, culinary delights, ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Imagine a routine blood donation quietly holding evidence of a future cancer diagnosis. A recent study published in Cancer Discovery suggests that could soon be a reality: scientists have found cancer-linked DNA mutations in blood plasma collected years before patients showed any signs of disease.In a groundbreaking analysis, Dr Yuxuan Wang and her team at Johns Hopkins University examined plasma samples donated as part of an unrelated study decades ago. By analyzing free-floating DNA fragments, the genetic leftovers from dying cells, they were able to spot warning signs of cancer a ...Read More >