Rakshika

In a tragic event, a raging fire resulted in nine fatalities, though some residents defied the odds and survived. A few were out of the building at the time, others executed daring leaps to safety, and valiant firefighters saved several lives.

In 2014, rakshika Raj joined the nursing course as a male because the state medical university did not have provision for admitting a transgender. In the next three years, rakshika changed the gender in all her documents, including her Class X and Class XII certificates, to ‘T’.

In 2014, rakshika Raj joined BSc Nursing as a male, since the state medical university did not have provision for admitting transsexuals. In the next three years, rakshika changed the gender in all the documents, including Class X and Class XII certificates, to 'T' (for transsexuals/ third gender).

When the lockdown was announced, rakshika Raj’s first concern was about some tribal families in Chengalpet, whom she had met several years ago. Without a proper job or even ration cards, she was worried over their survival during the lockdown. And that’s when rakshika, the first nurse to register under the third gender category, began raising cash and kind to help them.

Gujarat’s pickleball players again proved they are a force to reckon with as they dominated the recently-concluded Indian Masters Open tournament in Mumbai. Gujarat’s rakshika Ravi won the women’s singles gold beating Maharashtra’s Kasturi Vighne 11-5, 11-8.

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Gujarat won five medals — four gold and a silver — at the recently concluded National pickleball championship in Indore. Sixteen-year-old rakshika Ravi won the gold medal in the women’s singles category, beating women much senior in age and experience.

Gujarat players excelled for India at the Asian PickleBall Open held in Phuket recently. India won 20 gold medals, six silver and 14 bronze medals at the event.Twelve players from Gujarat formed the India squad and they won six gold, two silver and seven bronze medals.

NCP president Sharad Pawar on Tuesday gave a 24-hour ultimatum to Karnataka chief minister Basavaraj Bommai to stop attacks on vehicles from Maharashtra entering Karnataka or be prepared to face consequences.

Kolkata couples are ditching traditional Valentine's Day dinners for more engaging experiences this year. From active dates like cycling and kayaking to intellectually stimulating gallery visits and workshops, lovebirds are prioritizing shared moments and unique adventures over predictable plans. This shift highlights a growing desire for memorable, intentional time spent together.

Is Tennis Too Hard? Does Badminton Drain Your Energy? Fret Not. Just Pick Up A Paddle And Play Pickleball! Sabu Cherian & Tushar Prabhune Find Out Why The Game, A Mix Of Tennis, Badminton & Table Tennis, Has Caught The Fancy Of Sportspersons & Fitness Fanatics

Shimoga Queens clinched the KNS Queens Premier League Season 2 title in Bengaluru after a dominant display across multiple sports. Led by Bhavana Rao, they showcased exceptional power and strategy. The week-long event featured 10 celebrity teams battling in 12 disciplines, highlighting intense competition and sportsmanship. Actress Ramya graced the finale, inspiring participants for future seasons.

TOI Books had its ninth Twitter chat session of Write India Season 2 with Author of the Month for March, Namita Gokhale.