India asks Pakistan to expedite release of 183 prisoners who have completed sentence | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India on Wednesday requested Pakistan to hasten the release and return of 183 Indian fishermen and civilian prisoners who have completed their sentences. Additionally, India sought immediate consular access to 18 civilian prisoners and fishermen in Pakistani custody who are believed to be Indian nationals, as stated by the ministry of external affairs…

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‘Intentionally struck crowd, started firing a weapon’: What we know so far about the New Orleans attacker – Times of India

A vehicle drove into a crowd on New Orleans’ Bourbon Street early Wednesday, leaving 10 people dead and 30 others injured, according to NOLA Ready. Witnesses reported that the driver of a white truck struck the crowd intentionally before exiting the vehicle and firing a weapon, CBS news reported. Police responded by returning fire.The chaotic…

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Himachal Pradesh Institute of Public Administration to be renamed in tribute to Manmohan Singh: CM Sukhu | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu at the 50th anniversary celebrations of Himachal Pradesh Institute of Public Administration on Wednesday said that the institute would be renamed to honour former prime minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away on December 26 at the age of 92.Manmohan Singh served as India’s Prime Minister from 2004 to…

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India and Australia teams meet PM Anthony Albanese ahead of Sydney Test | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Prior to the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test commencing on Friday, Indian and Australian cricketers attended a New Year’s reception hosted by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his fiancee Jodie Haydon at Kirribilli House in Sydney on Wednesday. Rohit Sharma press conference: On his batting, captaincy, future, Rishabh Pant’s shot and more…

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‘In turmoil today because of past sins’: Manipur CM Biren Singh hits back at Congress after apology | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh has sharply countered Congress leader Jairam Ramesh’s criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “absence” from the conflict-hit state. Singh attributed Manipur’s ongoing challenges to what he called the “sins of the Congress,” singling out decisions made during previous administrations. “Everyone, including yourself, is aware that Manipur is…

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Russia ceases gas transit through Ukraine after over 30 years – Times of India

The long-standing arrangement of Russian gas transit to Europe via Ukraine ceased on Wednesday, as confirmed by both Moscow and Kyiv, marking a significant development in the aftermath of the conflict between the neighbouring nations.Since 1991, following the Soviet Union’s dissolution, Russian gas flowed to Europe through Ukrainian pipelines, generating revenue for both nations –…

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Cabinet approves Rs 69,515 crore outlay to extend crop insurance schemes; PM Modi says govt’s first decision in new year dedicated to farmers | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Government on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Centre’s flagship crop insurance schemes, until 2025-26, allocating a total outlay of Rs 69,515.71 crore for the period from 2021-22 to 2025-26.The decision was taken during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Cabinet also…

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