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Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Two terrorists killed in Kulgam as operation continues on day 3
Srinagar: The encounter in Kulgam in southern Kashmir entered its third day on Sunday with firing continuing at the encounter spot. Two terrorists were killed and one was injured while three army men were injured. Officials informed that the encounter started on Friday evening in Akhal area of Kulgam following the specific inputs regarding the presence of militants in the area. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Finance MCA Data Science Technology Public Policy Management MBA Artificial Intelligence Healthcare Data Analytics Design Thinking Degree Digital Marketing CXO Data Science Others others Project Management Cybersecurity PGDM Leadership Product Management Operations Management healthcare Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Fintech & Blockchain India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta SEPO - IIMC CFO India Starts on undefined Get Details "We have recovered one body from the encounter spot. It is that of Haris from Pulwama who was associated with LeT. One more body has been spotted at the site but firing resumed and it has not been retrieved yet," Inspector General of Police on Kashmir VK Birdi told ET. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo He said, "One more terrorist was injured but firing has resumed at the operation site." The officials informed that the encounter spot is a mountainous terrain with thick forest cover, which made the operation difficult. "Three army men were injured in the ongoing operation," said another senior official. Firing and blast sounds could be heard from the encounter site intermittently on Sunday as well. The police and army are yet to issue a formal statement on the operation. The identity and group affiliation of the slain terrorisrs are being ascertained. "Firing still continues at the spot," SSP Kulgam Sahil Sarangal informed. The officials claimed that they expected the presence of "one to two more terrorists at the spot." The armed forces have deployed high-tech surveillance systems and elite para commando teams at the encounter spot. Over the past ten days, seven militants were killed in three separate encounters across J&K. Three infiltrators allegedly linked with the Pahalgam attack were killed on July 28 in the upper reaches of Dachigam National Park on the outskirts of Srinagar. Two infiltrators were killed in Poonch district of Jammu on July 30. Live Events
Time of India
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
No change of guard ceremony on Aug 2, 9 and 16: Rashtrapati Bhavan
There will be no change of guard ceremony on August 2, 9 and 16 at the Rashtrapati Bhavan , an official statement said on Thursday. The change of guard ceremony is a military tradition that is held every week to enable a fresh group of the President's Bodyguards to take charge. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Finance Others Data Science MBA Data Analytics PGDM Cybersecurity Product Management Healthcare Degree Technology others Operations Management Leadership Data Science Management Design Thinking CXO Public Policy healthcare Digital Marketing Artificial Intelligence MCA Project Management Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Fintech & Blockchain India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta SEPO - IIMC CFO India Starts on undefined Get Details "The change of guard ceremony will not take place on August 2, 9 and 16, 2025, at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan as the Ceremonial Battalion will be engaged in the rehearsal for the upcoming guard of honour for the visiting Head of State and the Independence Day ceremony ," the statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now Undo President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R Marcos Jr. , is slated to visit India from August 4 to 8. During the visit, he will meet President Droupadi Murmu and hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.
Time of India
31-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
August 2025 festival calendar: From Ekadashis to Rakhi, Janmashtami and Ganesh Chaturthi, all the major utsavs this month
August 2025 is a month filled with devotion, tradition and spiritual energy. With sacred festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, and Ganesh Chaturthi, this month invites people to pause, pray and celebrate their faith. Whether it's tying a rakhi, fasting on Ekadashi , or welcoming Lord Ganesha into your home, each festival holds deep meaning and brings families and communities together in prayer and celebration. When are the Ekadashis? The month kicks off with Shravana Putrada Ekadashi, observed on Tuesday, 5 August. According to Drik Panchang , the fast begins at 11:41 AM on 4 August and ends at 1:12 PM on 5 August. This Ekadashi is considered particularly special for married couples who pray for the well-being of their children. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Finance Operations Management others Product Management Data Analytics Data Science Cybersecurity MCA Others Healthcare Leadership Public Policy Technology Project Management healthcare PGDM Data Science Management MBA CXO Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Fintech & Blockchain India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Fintech & Blockchain India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta SEPO - IIMC CFO India Starts on undefined Get Details Later in the month, Aja Ekadashi falls on Tuesday, 19 August, with the fast starting at 5:22 PM on 18 August and ending at 3:32 PM on 19 August. Devotees believe observing this Ekadashi helps in washing away past sins and bringing good luck. Raksha Bandhan 2025 Raksha Bandhan, the festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, will be celebrated on Saturday, 9 August. Though it's not a gazetted holiday everywhere, many offices and schools may give the day off, especially in northern India. Sisters tie a rakhi (sacred thread) around their brothers' wrists, and in return, brothers promise to protect them and often give gifts. Independence Day 2025 & More on 15 August Friday, 15 August is India's Independence Day, a national holiday marked with flag hoisting, parades, and cultural programmes across the country. The same day also sees two more observances, Parsi New Year (Nauraj) and Janmashtami (Smarta tradition). So, depending on where you live, this day could be an extended celebration for different communities. Live Events Janmashtami 2025 Interestingly, Janmashtami, the birthday of Lord Krishna, will be observed over two days this year. While the Smarta tradition celebrates it on 15 August, the Vaishnava/Gaudiya tradition will mark it on Saturday, 16 August. In many parts of India, especially in Mathura and Vrindavan, the celebrations continue through the night with bhajans, dances, and the popular Dahi Handi ritual. Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 The month ends on a high note with Ganesh Chaturthi on Wednesday, 27 August. The day marks the birth of Lord Ganesha and is one of the most awaited festivals in Maharashtra and other parts of India. Colourful idols of Ganesha are placed in homes and pandals, and people celebrate with music, sweets like modak, and prayers.
Time of India
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Telugu superstar Nagarjuna once slapped his heroine 14 times. She recalls, 'Literally had marks on my face...'
In the world of cinema, actors often strive to deliver emotionally resonant performances that feel authentic to the audience. For many performers, this means immersing themselves completely in the mindset and emotional condition of their characters. Actress Isha Koppikar recently reflected on a moment early in her career when she went to such lengths during the filming of the 1998 movie Chandralekha, where she starred opposite South Indian superstar Nagarjuna . Speaking to Hindi Rush, Koppikar opened up about how deeply she committed to method acting while working on the film. During a particular scene that required her to appear visibly angry on screen, she struggled to bring out the right expression. Despite multiple attempts, her reaction didn't translate effectively on camera. To intensify the performance and make her portrayal more convincing, she made an unusual request—she asked Nagarjuna to slap her for real. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Finance Degree Public Policy Data Science Artificial Intelligence Healthcare Cybersecurity healthcare Management CXO PGDM Digital Marketing Design Thinking Project Management Others Operations Management others Leadership Data Analytics Technology MBA Product Management Data Science Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Fintech & Blockchain India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta SEPO - IIMC CFO India Starts on undefined Get Details According to Isha, this wasn't a decision made lightly. It was only her second film at the time, and she was determined to deliver a performance that felt real. Initially hesitant, Nagarjuna was reluctant to strike her. However, after her insistence, he agreed to go ahead, albeit softly at first. But as the takes continued, the team demanded more intensity in the scene, resulting in repeated retakes. Eventually, the scene was filmed 14 times, and each time, Nagarjuna delivered a real slap to capture the correct emotional reaction. By the time the shoot wrapped up, Isha had visible marks on her face. She emphasised that Nagarjuna repeatedly expressed regret for what had happened, apologizing to her throughout. Isha, however, reassured him that the idea had been hers and that he was simply helping her achieve the performance she was aiming for. 'I literally had marks on my face. Bechara mujhe leke baitha , bola sorry (Poor guy, he apologised to me). I said, 'I asked for it; why are you saying sorry?" she recalled. Isha Koppikar has since carved out a space for herself in the Indian film industry with performances in films like Krishna Cottage, Pinjar, Kya Kool Hain Hum, and Don. Her most recent appearance was in the 2024 Tamil science fiction film Ayalaan.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Bombay HC halts recovery efforts in tourism policy tiff, grants interim relief
In a move that would impact investments into tourism and leisure-related real estate across Maharashtra, the Bombay High Court has paused recoveries tied to a key policy exemption. The ruling offers interim relief to the operator of a water park, whose tax exemption under the 2006 Tourism Incentive Policy was recently revoked by state authorities. At the heart of the dispute lies the definition of a water park, a classification that determines eligibility for entertainment duty exemptions. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Finance Product Management Data Science Digital Marketing Cybersecurity Healthcare Design Thinking Management Others Operations Management CXO Project Management Leadership MBA Data Analytics MCA Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Fintech & Blockchain India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Fintech & Blockchain India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta SEPO - IIMC CFO India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Fintech & Blockchain India Starts on undefined Get Details The Division Bench of Justices Manish Pitale and Y.G. Khobragade stayed the Collector's order dated April 29, 2025, which had directed recovery proceedings. The outcome of this case could shape how tourism-linked real estate incentives are interpreted and applied under existing state policies. The petition was filed by Giriraj Enterprises , which operates the water park at Shirdi in Maharashtra. The Collector's order had sought recovery of Rs 5.77 crore, along with penalties, as arrears of land revenue. The order followed an audit objection raised by the Accountant General, which held that the project was not eligible for the entertainment duty exemption. Appearing on behalf of the petitioner, Abhishek A Rastogi of Rastogi Chambers, submitted that the project had received an eligibility certificate from the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) in 2010. The certificate, valid until June 2025, identified the project as a water park and entitled it to an entertainment duty exemption, subject to a monetary ceiling. Live Events According to him, the petitioner had complied with the policy framework and that the retrospective withdrawal of the benefit created uncertainty for investors. The court noted that the eligibility certificate had remained unchallenged on its merits for over a decade and was being questioned only after the audit objection. It further observed that there had been no assessment under Section 4B of the Maharashtra Entertainment Duty Act to determine whether the monetary exemption cap had been exceeded. The court held that the Collector's order did not constitute an order under Section 4B which meant that the appellate remedy under Section 10A was not available. Accordingly, it allowed the writ petition to be entertained. According to industry observers, the government-backed incentives are factored into financial models for tourism-related developments such as resorts, amusement parks, and integrated townships. Uncertainty around the interpretation of project classifications could influence investment decisions in this segment. Rastogi stated that tourism-focused real estate projects depend on long-term policy continuity. According to him, the withdrawal of incentives after the issuance of statutory certificates may affect developer confidence and investment flows. The next hearing is scheduled for August 26. Stakeholders in tourism and real estate are expected to track the proceedings given the potential implications for policy enforcement.
