GUWAHATI: PM Narendra Modi hailed Zubeen Garg as the “Kohinoor of Assamese culture” during his Mann Ki Baat radio address Sunday, while grief over the music icon’s death continued to sweep Assam.Speaking partly in Assamese, Modi said: “Zubeen Garg asil oxomor xomoskritir ujjol ratna. Janotar hridayot teyo xodai jiyai thakibo,” translating it as, “Zubeen was…
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a major transformation in law and order over the past eight years, with citizens and investors alike placing “undisputed faith” in the state’s governance, Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna said addressing TOI conclave on Saturday. He credited this turnaround to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s leadership, robust governance systems,…
NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tributes to three towering figures of Indian culture – Lata Mangeshkar, Zubeen Garg and SL Bhyrappa.Remembering his special bond with “Lata Didi” on her birth anniversary, Modi recalled how she unfailingly sent him a Rakhi every year. “Her songs embody everything that stirs human emotions. Anyone who loves…
Lucknow: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) lauded the Uttar Pradesh govt for its proactive approach in addressing the concerns of industries and MSMEs, emphasizing the state’s transformation into one of the country’s most promising destinations for business and investment.Speaking at a conclave organized in collaboration with The Times of India, a senior CII chairperson…
Lucknow: A multi-pronged approach — spanning renewable energy, AI-driven urbanization, creative industries, climate resilience, and diaspora engagement — will be central to UP emerging as a model state for sustainable and inclusive growth by 2047.These pathways were highlighted at the ‘TOI Viksit Uttar Pradesh: Vision 2047 Conclave’ on Saturday during a panel discussion of Srijan…
BENGALURU: Imagine paying Rs 14.2 lakh for your dream SUV, taking it home, and then discovering that the ownership papers are stuck in a tug-of-war between your dealer and a finance company.This predicament forced Goud Pradeep (44), a resident of Nagarbhavi 2nd Stage, to finally turn to the consumer commission for justice.The 1st Additional District…
Lucknow: Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) can be the biggest generator of employment, creating eight jobs on every Rs 1 crore of investment compared to large industries that generate far fewer, former additional chief secretary Amit Mohan Prasad said.Speaking at the TOI Viksit Uttar Pradesh: Vision 2047 Conclave, Prasad stressed that MSMEs not only…
L-R: ACC & PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi; Team India on podium without trophy. TimesofIndia.com in Dubai: The Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan ended in ugly drama on Sunday night in Dubai, after Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman and ACC president Mohsin Naqvi allegedly walked away with the winners’ trophy, leaving the presentation…
Lucknow: Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) pipped Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) 3-1 to clinch the All-India KD Singh ‘Babu’ Men’s Hockey Tournament at the Mohd Shahid Hockey Stadium on Sunday. Vishwas opened PSPB’s account with a well-executed field goal in the 20th minute. Sushil Dhanwar equalised for SSCB by converting a penalty corner in…
Lucknow: Former Indian left-arm pacer Rudra Pratap Singh has been inducted into the men’s selection panel, becoming only the fourth person from Uttar Pradesh to achieve this distinction. At the BCCI AGM in Mumbai, he, along with Pragyan Ojha, was inducted into the panel. He follows in the footsteps of Anand Shukla, Gopal Sharma (2004–05),…
