Ecuador’s Willian Pacho, right, challenges for the ball with Mexico’s Gilberto Mora. (AP Photo) Teen prodigy Gilberto Mora etched his name into FIFA World Cup history after becoming the second-youngest player ever to start a World Cup knockout match, as Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a knockout victory with a commanding 2-0 win over…
NEW DELHI: The special investigation team probing the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya was granted a 15-day extension on Wednesday to expand the scope of the investigation and conduct a comprehensive inquiry into all aspects of the case.The SIT will continue its investigation with the aim of taking the case…
Pakistani singer Mustapha Zahid reacted after Amaal Mallik recreated Awarapan’s ‘To Phir Aao’ as the title track for sequel Awarapan 2, calling it his career-best. Mustapha responded warmly, saying “borders are dangerous but so is love.” The Emraan Hashmi-starrer, also featuring Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi, releases 14 August. ‘Awarapan’, released in 2007, achieved cult…
Europe heatwave: Why residents are avoiding ACs (AP) As Europe reels under increasingly intense heat waves with temperatures crossing 40 degrees, one question continues to puzzle visitors from warmer parts of the world — Why are so many homes, schools and even hospitals still without air conditioning?A report by The Wall Street Journal explores the…
Taxpayers should retain rent receipts, lease agreements, proof of rent payments, and other supporting documents. (AI image) ITR filing FY 2025-26: If you opt for the old income tax regime while filing your tax return, chances are that you avail the benefit of House Rent Allowance (HRA). This is a popular exemption available for taxpayers,…
NEW DELHI: Taking to the skies 21 years ago to essentially connect Kerala with the Gulf, the US-Iran war had a significant impact on Air India Express operations. Now part of the Tata Group, the airline used this ground time its aircraft were suddenly getting to expedite their retrofit. As a result, the no frills…
NEW DELHI: A marriage certificate cannot make a Hindu marriage valid if the couple never performed the essential religious rites, including Saptapadi — the seven sacred steps taken around the fire — the Gujarat high court has ruled.A division bench comprising Justices Ilesh J. Vora and R.T. Vachhani held that registration only proves a marriage…
Delhi Government approves two new heritage schemes under ‘Our Monuments, Our Pride’, private companies to ‘adopt’ monuments NEW DELHI: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday announced the launch of two new heritage conservation schemes under ‘Our Monuments, Our Pride’, allowing private institutions to adopt monuments and receive financial aid up to Rs 2 crore…
Modifying the orders of the trial court, Justice Girish Kathpalia directed that three rescued pet dogs be returned to their adoptive owners. (AI image) The Delhi High Court has held that custody disputes involving animals cannot be treated like ordinary property matters, stressing that the welfare and emotional well-being of animals must guide interim custody…
Hardik Pandya is set to leave Mumbai Indians. New Delhi: Hardik Pandya has become one of the most sought-after players since the all-rounder decided to leave Mumbai Indians (MI) after the five-time champions’ disastrous campaign in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).The race to sign the 32-year-old has intensified, and TimesofIndia.com can confirm that seven…