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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
PV Narsimha Rao learnt 17 languages: N Chandrababu Naidu amid Hindi row
Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu waded into the language row on Tuesday as he highlighted the example of former prime minister PV Narsimha Rao who learnt 17 languages . At an event, Naidu said, "Right now we are saying 'why should we learn Hindi?' He (Rao) learnt 17 languages. He didn't just learn Hindi, he mastered many languages and that is how he became a great man." The CM's comments come at a time when Hindi "imposition" has become a politically potent issue in southern states. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Lifetime Office 365 Download Undo
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Naftali Bennett slams Epstein-Mossad claims: Calls accusation ‘total lie', targets Tucker Carlson for anti-Israeli narrative
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has forcefully rejected claims that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein worked for Israeli intelligence agency Mossad. In a statement posted on X, Bennett called the accusations 'categorically and totally false' and directly targeted prominent figures like Tucker Carlson for spreading conspiracy theories. 'As a former Israeli Prime Minister, with the Mossad having reported directly to me, I say to you with 100% certainty: The accusation that Jeffrey Epstein somehow worked for Israel or the Mossad running a blackmail ring is categorically and totally false,' Bennett wrote. — naftalibennett (@naftalibennett) Bennett's remarks came after Carlson, speaking at a Turning Point USA summit in Florida last week, suggested, without offering evidence, that Epstein might have worked for foreign intelligence services, likely Israeli. Carlson said, 'Now, no one's allowed to say that the foreign government is Israel because we have been somehow cowed into thinking that's naughty. There is nothing wrong with saying that.' In his response, Bennett stressed that Epstein's criminal activities 'had nothing whatsoever to do with the Mossad or the State of Israel.' He accused online personalities like Carlson of inventing such stories and fuelling a 'vicious wave of slander and lies' against Israel. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Lifetime Office 365 Download Undo 'They just make things up, say it with confidence, and these lies stick because it's Israel,' Bennett said. Epstein, who died in 2019 under what US authorities ruled as suicide, remains the subject of widespread conspiracy theories, especially after recent public dissatisfaction with the lack of transparency in investigations surrounding his network. Bennett's statement marks one of the strongest denials from an Israeli leader on the long-running Epstein-Mossad theory.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Reliance Infra upgrade: Infra major credit rating raised 3 notches by Ind-Ra; big move after debt clean-up
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has upgraded Reliance Infrastructure's credit rating by three notches — from 'IND D' to 'IND B / Stable / IND A4' — on its non-fund based working capital limits, citing the company's successful deleveraging to net zero debt and improved debt servicing record. The upgrade marks a significant improvement in the company's credit profile after six years at the lowest rating level, Reliance Infra said in a regulatory filing, PTI reported. Ind-Ra noted that the rating boost follows Reliance Infra's 'substantial deleveraging efforts,' with the company now carrying no net debt from banks or financial institutions. It also cited timely servicing of standalone debt obligations over the three months ended June 30, 2025. Further strengthening its case, Reliance Infra completed one-time settlements with lenders of its subsidiaries, including the final payment by JR Toll Road Private Limited on June 23. These repayments were supported by capital infusion from warrants worth Rs 3,010 crore, of which Rs 750 crore was received in FY25 and Rs 225 crore in the first quarter of FY26. The agency also withdrew its earlier ratings on proposed fund-based and non-fund-based limits that were not availed by the company. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Lifetime Office 365 Download Undo Despite the rating improvement, Ind-Ra flagged ongoing risks. 'The ratings continue to be constrained by the company's weak financial risk profile, large contingent liabilities, and exposure to arbitration-related uncertainties across both standalone and stressed subsidiaries,' the agency said. The company's engineering and construction (E&C) business is expected to recover in FY26, aided by fresh order flows in emerging sectors. It added that Reliance Infra plans to raise Rs 6,000 crore through foreign currency convertible bonds (FCCBs) and a qualified institutional placement (QIP) of equity, both approved by the board. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
RBI imposes penalty on HDFC Bank, Shriram Finance
The Reserve Bank on Friday said it has imposed a Rs 4.88 lakh penalty on HDFC Bank for contravention of certain norms relating to foreign investment in India while granting a term loan to its client. The central bank also imposed a penalty of Rs 2.70 lakh on Shriram Finance Limited for non-compliance with certain provisions of the " Reserve Bank of India (Digital Lending) Directions, 2025". Regarding the penalty on authorised dealer bank - HDFC Bank, the RBI said it had issued a show cause notice to the bank, in response to which the bank had submitted a written reply and had also made oral submissions thereon. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Lifetime Office 365 Download Undo "After considering the facts of the case and the response given by HDFC Bank Ltd in the matter, the Reserve Bank of India came to the conclusion that the contraventions were established and warranted imposition of penalty," RBI said. The statutory inspection of Shriram Finance was conducted by RBI with reference to its financial position as on March 31, 2024. Based on supervisory findings of non-compliance with RBI directions and related correspondence in that regard, a notice was issued to the company advising it to show cause as to why penalty should not be imposed on it for its failure to comply with the said directions. Live Events After considering the company's reply to the notice, additional submissions made by it and oral submissions made during the personal hearing, RBI said it found, inter alia, that the following charge against the company was sustained, warranting imposition of monetary penalty. The company routed the loan repayments through the account of a third-party, instead of the borrowers directly crediting the loan repayments to the company's account, the RBI said. In both cases, the central bank said the penalties are based on the deficiencies in regulatory compliance and not intended to pronounce upon the validity of any transaction or agreement entered into by the entities with their customers.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Metro... In Dino' Box Office collection day 7: Sara Ali Khan, Neena Gupta, Aditya Roy Kapur, Pankaj Tripathi's film holds steady, mints over Rs 26 crore in first week
Anurag Basu's new film 'Metro... In Dino' hit cinemas on 4th July, bringing back stories of love and relationships set in the rush of city life. Starring a rich mix of actors like Sara Ali Khan , Aditya Roy Kapur , Neena Gupta , Pankaj Tripathi , Konkona Sen Sharma , Ali Fazal , Anupam Kher and Fatima Sana Shaikh, this film is seen as a follow-up to his much-loved 2007 film 'Life... In A Metro'. The film has won praise from both critics and audiences. However, when it comes to the box office, its journey has been a bit slow but steady. Crosses Rs 26 crore in first week As per early estimates by Sacnilk, 'Metro... In Dino' wrapped up its first week by earning Rs 2.15 crore on Day 7. This pushed its total collection to Rs 26.75 crore. The film got off to a strong start, minting Rs 16.75 crore in its opening weekend. It made Rs 3.5 crore on Friday, jumped to Rs 6 crore on Saturday and reached Rs 7.25 crore on Sunday. As usual, collections dipped during the weekdays. It collected Rs 2.5 crore on Monday, Rs 3 crore on Tuesday, Rs 2.35 crore on Wednesday and ended Thursday with Rs 2.15 crore. Love stories set in city chaos 'Metro... In Dino' once again takes us into the busy streets and quiet corners of a city, showing how love, trust, heartbreak and fresh starts unfold. Much like 'Life... In A Metro', it weaves together different stories, all tied by the buzz of urban life. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Lifetime Office 365 Download Undo Konkona Sen Sharma is the only actor returning from the original film. She shines with her calm strength. Neena Gupta brings her special charm and weight. Sara Ali Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ali Fazal and Aditya Roy Kapur add a young, breezy feel. Meanwhile, seasoned actors like Anupam Kher and Pankaj Tripathi fill the film with warmth and gentle laughs. Movie review 'The Times of India' shared a balanced take on the film. The movie review read, "Despite being largely pleasant, some tracks don't quite add up, feel uneven and don't know where to end. After an engaging build up, the second half feels a tad stretched. You also wish the story scratched the surface a little more, especially for Konkona-Neena Gupta track, where the actors have the potential and gravitas to dig deeper." Still, it also pointed out why the film clicks in today's times. The review said,'There has been a scarcity of love stories in Bollywood and Metro In Dino, elevated by some fine performances, fills that gap perfectly. It is a breezy, intimate watch tailor-made for a rainy day." Will it hold up next week? With new films like 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' and 'Maalik' releasing this Friday, all eyes are on how 'Metro... In Dino' holds up at the box office. For now, it has managed to keep a steady run and won hearts with its take on city love stories.
