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Time of India
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Donald Trump asked Zelenskyy if Kyiv could hit Moscow, says report
File photo: US President Donald Trump (Picture credit: PTI) Donald Trump asked Volodymyr Zelenskyy whether Ukraine could strike Moscow, an inquiry that the White House says was merely a question but one that came hours after he voiced frustration at Russian President Vladimir Putin's refusal to accept a ceasefire in the war. During a July 4 phone call with the Ukrainian president, Trump quizzed Zelenskyy about whether Ukraine could hit the Russian capital and St Petersburg if given US long-range weapons, according to a person briefed about the conversation. Zelenskyy replied that it could if the US provided the weapons, the person said. Asked about the details of the call, which were first reported by Financial Times, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said: "President Trump was merely asking a question, not encouraging further killing. He's working tirelessly to stop the killing and end this war." The conversation took place a day after Trump said he was "very disappointed" by a phone call with Putin, in which the Russian leader insisted he wouldn't back down on his war aims. Ukraine has successfully targeted Moscow with drones in the past, but the long-range missiles provided by its allies so far have lacked the capabilities to reach the city. Details of the discussion emerged a day after Trump pledged fresh weapons supplies to Kyiv that would be paid for by Nato allies, mainly from Europe, and threatened harsh penalties targeting Russian oil sales if Putin doesn't end the war on Ukraine within 50 days. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Schauenburg: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo Oil declined for a second day as traders doubted Trump's plan would pose a meaningful obstacle to Moscow's energy exports. Trump's move to raise pressure on Putin came after months of unsuccessful diplomacy aimed at persuading Russia to halt the war and negotiate a peace deal. Instead, Russia has intensified its drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities in recent weeks. Trump told BBC in an interview on Monday that he was "disappointed" in Putin, but not "done with him". The US president didn't explain how the proposed "secondary tariffs" would work, but he has used the term in the past to describe duties imposed on countries for trading with American adversaries. The threats echo punishment spelled out in a bipartisan bill in Congress that would impose 500% tariffs on countries that buy Russian oil and gas such as China and India.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind team visits eviction site, sets up shelters
Guwahati: A delegation from Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind (Maulana Mahmood Asad Madani faction) visited Goalpara district in lower Assam on Tuesday to assess the aftermath of a recent eviction drive and helped set up temporary shelters for those evicted. The recent eviction drives at Hahilabil (also known as Hasilabil) and Ashudubi in Goalpara's Paikan led to the demolition of approximately 4,000 houses, primarily affecting Bengali-origin migrant Muslim families. The delegation comprised five members, led by the organisation's general secretary, Maulana Hakim Uddin Qasimi. The ASJU provided assistance by establishing temporary shelters, while local organisations and residents offered essential humanitarian support, including food provisions. The delegation engaged with affected families and evaluated the conditions at the demolition. "Whatever has happened in Goalpara was painful. People of our own country are being evicted. Govt first needs to arrange shelter for them, then other decisions may be taken," Hakim Uddin said, noting the deprivation of basic necessities and advised the displaced residents to remain patient. The organisation submitted a memorandum to CM Himanta Biswa Sarma through the district magistrate. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kassel: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo The document criticised the demolition as discriminatory, highlighting its focus on Muslim-majority areas, while sparing similar settlements of other communities. The memorandum emphasised that many affected families resided in these areas for over seven decades and possessed legitimate Indian citizenship. Many were previously displaced by the Brahmaputra's erosion. A preliminary report by Maulana Badruddin Ajmal and Hafiz Bashir Ahmad Qasmi detailed that demolitions from Nov 2023 to July 2025 affected 8,115 families across Goalpara, Dhubri, and Nalbari districts.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Global graduates are ready for work, but 58% of them still can't find jobs: What's holding them back?
Global graduates are ready for work, but 58% of them still can't find jobs A new global survey by Kickresume (an AI-powered online platform for job seekers), conducted in May 2025, reveals a surprising disconnect at the heart of today's graduate job market. While most fresh graduates say they feel confident and ready to launch their careers, the majority are still struggling to get hired. The survey gathered insights from 1,277 respondents across various education levels and career stages, dividing them into two groups: fresh graduates (students and those with less than a year of work experience) and earlier graduates (with more than a year in the workforce). According to the findings, 41 percent of fresh graduates said they feel '100 percent ready' to enter the job market. But despite this optimism, 58 percent of them have yet to secure their first job. This gap between confidence and employment highlights a growing crisis in the transition from classroom to career—a reality that raises urgent questions about whether education systems, hiring practices, or both are falling short. So what's holding them back? The job is missing before the degree ends One of the clearest signs of this shift lies in pre-graduation hiring. The Kickresume survey found that only 12% of fresh graduates had a full-time job lined up before finishing their studies. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mönchengladbach: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo In contrast, 39% of earlier graduates, those with more than a year of work experience, had jobs secured before graduation. That's a nearly threefold drop. The result? More graduates are entering the job market with no safety net and no clear path forward. LinkedIn wins, but resumes still confuse The job hunt has also gone digital. Kickresume's report shows that 57% of fresh graduates now rely on LinkedIn as their main job search tool, up from just 29% among earlier grads. Social media use has also jumped: 26% of today's graduates use platforms like Instagram or TikTok to look for jobs, compared to just 7% of older respondents. But even with all these tools, resumes remain the number 1 struggle. As per the Kickresume survey, Around 34% of fresh graduates said writing a resume was the most difficult part of the hiring process, despite templates, AI support, and workshops. Among earlier graduates, 27% shared the same frustration, showing this challenge hasn't changed much over time. The biggest barrier: no experience Other common hurdles fresh graduates face mirror those experienced by earlier graduates. For instance: 28% of fresh graduates and 30% of earlier graduates said they often come across unrealistic job descriptions that ask for more than what's reasonable for entry-level roles. 26% of fresh graduates and 29% of earlier graduates admitted they struggled with self-promotion, finding it hard to present themselves confidently to employers. 20% of fresh graduates and 19% of earlier graduates said they felt pressure to accept any job, even if it wasn't aligned with their goals or field of study. These numbers show that while tools and job platforms may have changed, the core challenges in the job hunt have remained surprisingly consistent across generations. Education vs. employment Despite their optimism, many graduates are beginning to question the real-world value of their education. While 56% of fresh graduates believe their education will help their careers, 11% feel it's already outdated, especially with AI reshaping industries. Among earlier graduates, 14% say most of what they learned no longer applies, and 12% believe work experience or bootcamps would've been more useful than formal education. Are first jobs really that important? Interestingly, while 47% of fresh graduates see their first job as a starting point rather than a life-defining step, the Kickresume report reveals a different reality in hindsight. Among earlier graduates: 32% say their first job defined their career path 35% say it helped them figure out what they liked or didn't Just 11% said it didn't matter at all This suggests that first jobs may shape futures more than most new grads realise. A confidence gap or a system failure? The Kickresume 2025 survey paints a nuanced picture of the global graduate job market. Today's graduates feel more confident than ever about entering the workforce, yet they are met with fewer opportunities than previous generations. Despite the rise of digital tools and platforms like LinkedIn, many core challenges remain unchanged. Fresh graduates still struggle with crafting effective resumes, overcoming experience gaps, and decoding vague job descriptions. This disconnect raises an important question—is the issue a matter of misplaced confidence, or does it point to a deeper failure in how education systems and employers prepare young people for the realities of the job market? TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here . Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
The tower protest behind Punjab's anti-sacrilege bill push?
Patiala: Perched atop a tower in Samana since Oct 12, 2024, Gurjeet Singh Khalsa has become the symbol of a grassroots campaign demanding stringent laws against sacrilege in Punjab. As the 42-year-old completed the 272nd day of his protest on Wednesday, his deteriorating health added urgency to a cause that has struck a deep chord across religious communities. The Punjab govt has prepared a draft of the proposed Bill titled 'The Punjab Prevention of Offences Against Holy Scripture(s) Act, 2025'. While the draft awaits the governor's assent, pressure is mounting, both due to public sentiment and Khalsa's critical condition. Khalsa, a dairy farmer from Khedi Nagaiya village on the Samana–Patran road, has vowed not to descend from the tower until the govt enacts a comprehensive law to curb sacrilege—irrespective of the religion involved. From protest to policy Gurpreet Singh, coordinator of the Sarv Dharam Beadbi Roko Kanoon Morcha, said the protest gained traction after the Punjab govt formally asked the morcha team—comprising legal experts—to draft the proposed legislation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Erfurt: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo Initially titled 'The Punjab Prevention of Offences Against Holy Books and Religious Places Act, 2025', the draft was submitted in late May. Following govt feedback, it was revised and re-submitted on July 3 with key changes. "The title was modified to refer specifically to holy scriptures, and definitions related to religious places were omitted to streamline legal interpretation," Gurpreet Singh explained. Body in decline, spirit unyielding Khalsa's health significantly deteriorated over the course of the protest. Currently battling typhoid, he has been surviving solely on a liquid diet since Jan 11. "His condition is alarming. He's too weak to open his eyes or even sit up. There have been several instances of fainting. His pulse drops drastically, and he has not had a full night's sleep in weeks," Gurpreet Singh said. Khalsa's activism was sparked by a sacrilege incident at Jandiala village in Jalandhar last year. A week after he climbed the tower, local residents began joining in. The site soon became a place of gathering and reflection. In March, even Akal Takht jathedar Kuldeep Singh Gargaj visited the site to express solidarity. Back in Khedi Nagaiya village, Khalsa's wife, 17-year-old son, and extended family await the resolution of a struggle that has taken a significant toll on their lives. MSID:: 122345294 413 |
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Time of India
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE launched: Price, specifications and more
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE positioning them as a compact AI phone with powerful multimodal capabilities. While the Galaxy Z Flip7 is centered around a significantly enhanced FlexWindow, the FE model is specifically launched to make foldable experience more accessible. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE price and availability The Galaxy Z Flip7 is available in 12GB + 512GB and 12GB + 256GB options in Blue Shadow, Jetblack, Coral-red, and Mint (online exclusive) colour options at a starting price of $1099.99. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is available with 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB options in Black and White colour options, starting at $899. The phones are available for pre-order starting today, July 9, with general availability commencing on July 25.. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wallenhorst: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 specs and features Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7's USP is its integration of advanced Galaxy AI with an edge-to-edge cover screen. It offers the largest and brightest FlexWindow on a Galaxy Z Flip with 4.1-inch Super AMOLED panel, a peak brightness of 2,600 nits and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. There's the main 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display that comes with Vision Booster. Samsung also says that the Galaxy Z Flip7 is the slimmest Galaxy Z Flip to date, measuring 13.7mm when folded. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the cover and back, a robust Armor Aluminum Frame, and a thinner, redesigned Armor FlexHinge for strength. Powered by the Samsung Exynos 2500 SoC and paired with 12GB of RAm and 512Gb storage, the Galaxy Z Flip7 gets support for Samsung DeX. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 houses the largest battery ever in the Galaxy Z Flip series—a 4,300mAh battery. The phone will run Android 16 with OneUI 8 on top. The FlexWindow also gets Gemini Live support for hands-free voice searches and task completion. Users can plan trips by asking Gemini to pull flight details from Samsung Wallet, set airport reminders, and find top-rated restaurants, with all information saveable to Samsung Notes. The new Now Bar shows real-time app activity, podcast progress, and alerts directly on the cover screen, with expanded third-party app integration. Now Brief provides personalised daily updates including traffic, reminders, calendar events, and fitness summaries, alongside customised music and video recommendations. Coming to the camera, the Galaxy Z Flip7 gets a dual rear camera system that includes a 50MP Wide and a 12MP Ultra-Wide lens. Other features include Enhanced Nightograph, 10-bit HDR support for richer colours and deeper contrast in videos and a new Zoom Slider for quick framing adjustments. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE specs and features Samsung also introduced the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, aiming to make the foldable experience more accessible. This "Fan Edition" features a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Main Display, 3.4-inch Super AMOLED cover panel, a 50MP FlexCam for hands-free selfies and video in Flex Mode, and an optimized Now Brief for essential updates on its cover screen. It is powered by Exynos 2400 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage. The phone packs a 4,000mAh battery with 25W charging support. Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE specs Specification Galaxy Z Flip7 Galaxy Z Flip7 FE Main Display 6.9" FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X 2520x1080 (21:9) 120Hz 6.7" FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X 2640x1080 (22:9) 120Hz Cover Display 4.1" Super AMOLED 1048x948 | 60/120Hz 3.4" Super AMOLED 720x748 Folded Dimensions 75.2 x 85.5 x 13.7mm 71.9 x 85.1 x 14.9mm Unfolded Dimensions 75.2 x 166.7 x 6.5mm 71.9 x 165.1 x 6.9mm Weight 188g 187g Front Camera 10MP (F2.2, 1.12μm, 85° FOV) 10MP (F2.2, 1.22μm, 85° FOV) Rear Cameras 12MP Ultra-Wide (123°) 50MP Wide (OIS, Dual Pixel AF) Same as Z Flip7 Processor (AP) Exynos 2500 Exynos 2400 Memory & Storage 12GB + 256GB / 512GB 8GB + 128GB / 256GB Battery Capacity 4,300mAh (typical), 4174mAh rated 4,000mAh (typical), 3887mAh rated Charging Wired 25W Fast Wireless 2.0 Wireless PowerShare Same as Z Flip7 Water Resistance IP48 IP48 Build Material Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 Armor Aluminum Same as Z Flip7 OS / UI Android 16 One UI 8 Same as Z Flip7 Connectivity 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth v5.4 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth v5.4 Sensors Side fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, etc. Same as Z Flip7 Security Samsung Knox + Knox Vault Same as Z Flip7 SIM Support One Nano SIM + Multi eSIM Same as Z Flip7 Available Colors Blue Shadow, Jet-Black, Coral-red Mint ( Black, White AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
