Florida-based hospitality giant Hard Rock International on Monday announced that it has terminated franchise agreements with JSM Corporation Pvt Ltd and related entities covering the right to operate all Hard Rock Cafe outlets and Rock Shops in India, resulting in the closure of outlets in 10 locations across the country. The company did not disclose the reason behind the decision to terminate the agreements, which dismantles its footprint across several key locations in India. Outlets in Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, New Delhi, and Pune affected The outlets affected include Hard Rock Cafe Bengaluru, Bengaluru International Airport, Bengaluru Whitefield, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Hyderabad Hitech City, Kolkata, New Delhi, and Pune, as per PTI "Hard Rock International has formally terminated its agreements with JSM Corporation Pvt Ltd. and related entities covering the right to operate all Hard Rock Cafes and Rock Shops within India. The Hard Rock Hotel in Goa will remain open and is not connected to this operator," the company said in a statement. Founded in 1971, Hard Rock Cafe is a global chain of music-themed bar-restaurants, memorabilia shops, casinos, hotels and museums with a presence in more than 70 countries.
16 March,2026 08:35 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday released the first list of candidates for the upcoming General Elections to the Legislative Assembly of Keralam. The party has fielded BJP Keralam President Rajeev Chandrasekhar from Nemom seat and former Union Minister of State for External Affairs of India, V Muraleedharan, from Kazhakoottam seat. According to a press release, the Central Election Committee of the BJP met on March 12, 2026, under the presidentship of Nitin Nabin. The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Minister Amit Shah, and all other members of the Central Election Committee. The Committee announced the names of 47 candidates who will contest in the state assembly elections. In Keralam, the main fight is between the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF) for 140 seats. Meanwhile, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is also in the fray to compete against both alliances. BJP plans to contest around 100 seats in Kerala, while its allies Bharat Dharma Jana Sena (BDJS) and Twenty20 are expected to contest the remaining 40 seats as part of the alliance. Meanwhile, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced Assembly elections in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, West Bengal and Puducherry. According to the schedule, Kerala and Assam will vote in a single phase on April 9, while Tamil Nadu will go to the polls on April 23. Voting in Puducherry will also take place on April 9. The polling in West Bengal will be conducted in two phases on April 23 and April 29. The counting of votes for all four states and Puducherry will be held on May 4, the ECI announced. The Election Commission of India reviewed poll preparedness for the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Pudducherry previously this month. Special intensive revision of the voters' lists in these four states and one union territory has already been conducted, with final electoral rolls published. The terms of the current assemblies are set to end on different dates: May 7 in West Bengal, May 10 in Tamil Nadu, May 20 in Assam, May 23 in Kerala, and June 15 in Puducherry. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
16 March,2026 07:35 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | ANIWest Bengal Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari will contest from Nandigram, where he defeated Mamata Banerjee in 2021, and from Bhabanipur, the constituency currently represented by the TMC chief, as per the first list of 144 candidates released by the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday for the upcoming West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections. Polling in the State is set to be held in two phases on April 23 and 29, with the counting of votes for both phases will be conducted on May 4, setting the stage for a high-stakes contest between the BJP and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC). BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul will contest from Asansol Dakshin, actor-turned-politician Rudranil Ghosh is set to run from Shibpur, and BJP MLA Bankim Chandra Ghosh will contest from Chakdaha. West Bengal has 294 Assembly seats, and the party is expected to announce the remaining candidates soon. As per the ECI, the first phase covering 152 Assembly constituencies will begin with the issuance of the gazette notification on March 30, 2026. The last date for filing nominations for this phase is April 6, while scrutiny of nominations will take place on April 7. Candidates will be allowed to withdraw their nominations until April 9. Polling for the first phase will be held on April 23. For the second phase, which covers 142 Assembly constituencies, the gazette notification will be issued on April 2, 2026. The last date for filing nominations is April 9, and the scrutiny of nominations will take place on April 10. Candidates can withdraw their nominations until April 13. Voting for this phase is scheduled for April 29. West Bengal has a total of 6,45,61,152 electors as per the Election Commission of India, including 6,44,52,609 general electors and 1,08,543 service voters. The state has 5,23,229 young electors aged 18-19 years. The electoral rolls also list 4,16,089 electors marked as Persons with Disabilities (PwD), 1,152 electors identified as third gender, and 3,78,979 senior citizens aged 85 and above. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
16 March,2026 07:34 PM IST | New Delhi | ANIIn a brazen and deeply disturbing act, several people were seen walking behind a tiger on the public road between Moharli and Chandrapur near the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve to click pictures and shoot videos. The incident triggered massive outrage among wildlife conservationists who warned that the reckless behaviour could have ended in tragedy. In a shocking incident, several people were seen walking behind a tiger on a public road between Moharli and Chandrapur near the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, attempting to click pictures and record videos. Wildlife experts warned the reckless act could have turned dangerous.… pic.twitter.com/zzWeDFFOzs — Mid Day (@mid_day) March 16, 2026 Wildlife conservationists have strongly condemned the reckless act and demanded strict legal action against those seen in the video, warning that such behaviour could have triggered a serious human-wildlife conflict incident. Wildlife photographer Sanjeev Siva, a regular visitor to Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, said, “Around 1 to 1.5 years ago, tigress C3 had three sub-adult cubs near the Sitarampeth-Kondegaon area. At the time, strict restrictions were in place to ensure vehicles did not stop and disturb the tigers. However, people continued using the road to travel between villages.” “On Sundays and public holidays, especially when visitors came from nearby cities like Chandrapur, people would often shout and scream at the tigers visible by the roadside. I have personally seen the tigers respond with mock charges and even growls in anger,” he further added. Expressing concerns, he also asserted that eventually, one of the male tigers, known as ‘Collarwala’, killed a Moharli safari driver, Amol, and developed a habit of charging at bikers. “It was later removed from the forest and, I believe, sent to a rescue centre,” Siva said. Referring to the Padmapur-Moharli road, Siva said it is frequently crowded with tourists heading to resorts as well as members of the public travelling to and from Chandrapur. “There is regular movement of at least five to six tigers crossing this road. Anyone getting off a vehicle or stopping on this stretch can be fined Rs 2,000 or Rs 5,000. These people seen in the video are not tourists who came for tiger safaris, so imposing restrictions only on safari tourists will not solve the problem. Whoever makes these mistakes, the tiger gets the sentence (and at times, innocent villagers too lose their lives in conflict) – both who haven't started this unfortunate trail of events," he added. What Forest Department officials have to say The Maharashtra Forest Department statement, while briefing about the incident, said, “A case has been registered in connection with the viral video on the Moharli-Padmapur road; the search for the accused has begun.” “On March 15, a video of people stopping vehicles on the Mohali-Padmapur road and taking videos went viral on social media, blocking the path of a tiger and trampling it. The Forest Department has started an investigation into this serious matter,” they added. Hinting that proper action will be taken against the accused, the department said, “Action will be taken to seize the vehicles that stopped vehicles on the tiger's migration route.” They also added, “A forest crime case has been registered against the accused who came down the road under the Indian Forest Act 1972, and legal action will be taken after identifying the accused.” The case is being investigated by Range Forest Officer Mohorli Range, and if the accused in the video is identified, information should be given on 9834689541.
16 March,2026 06:39 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavAmid the concerning LPG crisis across the country, there has been a decline in cylinder bookings. Consumer panic over domestic gas availability eased as raids target hoarding and black marketing across states, news agency IANS reported, quoting an official statement on Monday. In a post on social media X, PIB India posted that there has been a drop in liquified petroleum gas (LPG) bookings with about 77 lakh bookings recorded on March 14 compared to 88.8 lakh bookings on March 13. The post from PIB further added, "Online LPG cylinder bookings increased from 84 per cent to about 87 per cent, and there have been no reported dry-outs at LPG distributorships." Raids conducted across India amid LPG shortage It further stated that raids are being conducted across states to check hoarding and black marketing, and 22 states and Union Territories (UTs) have established control rooms to monitor the situation. The government also appealed to consumers to avoid panic bookings, use digital booking platforms, and avoid unnecessary visits to LPG distributors. LPG crisis: Government continues to prioritise supply, says petroleum ministry Meanwhile, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said the government continues to prioritise the interests of domestic consumers and ensure an uninterrupted LPG supply, particularly for households and priority sectors such as hospitals and educational institutions, the ministry said in a statement. No cases of fuel dry-outs have been reported at retail outlets by oil marketing companies (OMCs) – Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum – as supplies of petrol and diesel continue to be maintained regularly, according to the ministry. While issuing the advisory, the ministry also highlighted that citizens are advised not to panic as the government remains committed to maintaining adequate LPG availability for households and essential sectors. LPG cylinders can be booked through multiple digital platforms, including IVRS calls, SMS booking, WhatsApp booking, and mobile applications of OMCs. OMCs are promoting digital bookings, discouraging panic bookings and keeping LPG distributorships open on Sundays to facilitate smooth supply. However, amid the crisis, LPG supply continues to be monitored in view of the prevailing geopolitical situation. (With IANS inputs)
16 March,2026 06:36 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentTwenty passengers were injured after a private tourist bus overturned and caught fire following a tyre burst in Maharashtra's Beed district on Monday, a police official said. As reported by news agency PTI, the incident took place at 2:30 am near Surani on Manjarsumba-Ambajogai road in Kaij tehsil. As reported, the incident happened around 50 kilometres from the district headquarters, the official added. A police official, while briefing about the incident, asserted, "The bus, with 28 passengers, was on its way from Jalgaon to Latur. Its tyre burst at a sharp curve, causing the vehicle to go out of control, break the roadside railing and fall into a ditch on the entrance (left) side. Passengers from a Nanded-Pune bus passing by rushed in and managed to rescue those in the ill-fated vehicle, which caught fire soon after", as cited by PTI. He further highlighted that around twenty passengers were injured. The injured were shifted to the sub-district hospital nearby in six ambulances by a team under Kaij police station inspector Swapnil Unawane. The medical officer Dr Awez Shaikh further stated, "Eleven passengers were later shifted to Swami Ramanand Teerth Government Rural Hospital and Medical College in Ambajogai and the remaining nine to a facility in Latur," as per PTI. Police said the fire gutted passenger belongings and also spread to a nearby farm plot, destroying mango, jamun, tamarind, berry and lemon trees. The injured include a 3-month-old child, police said. 25-year-old biker dead after road rage clash in Mumbai In a different incident last week, a minor argument in Mumbai’s Malad area spiralled into a shocking road rage murder, leaving a 25-year-old biker dead after a violent clash with a cab driver. The victim was identified as Sharik Ansari, a resident of the Malwani MHADA area in Malad. Ansari worked at a digital marketing firm near Mindspace in Malad. How the road rage in Mumbai unfolded According to police sources, both the biker and the cab driver were travelling from Malwani towards Andheri via Link Road when a heated argument broke out near Mith Chowky Junction while driving. The verbal spat quickly escalated as both continued driving while arguing. The confrontation intensified when they stopped their vehicles near Infiniti Mall in Malad, under the Oswal Metro Station, and got into a physical fight. Witnesses said the biker allegedly smashed the driver’s side window of the car using his helmet. In retaliation, the driver reportedly attacked the biker with a sharp object, suspected to be a key. During the scuffle, the pointed object allegedly pierced the biker’s chest and the back of his neck, leaving him with multiple deep injuries. Bystanders and police rushed the critically injured biker to a nearby private hospital, but doctors declared him dead on arrival.
16 March,2026 05:13 PM IST | Beed | mid-day online correspondentA 33-year-old woman was mauled to death by a pack of stray dogs in Maharashtra’s Pune district. The incident happened in the wee hours of Monday, police said. As reported by news agency PTI, the unfortunate incident took place at around 2 am when the woman, identified as Shobha Waghmare, was walking on a service road in the Chakan area adjacent to the Pune-Nashik Highway. The whole incident was captured on a CCTV camera installed in the locality. An official from the Chakan police station said, "The woman was walking on the road when a pack of stray dogs suddenly attacked her. As it was late at night, there was nobody around on the road. Unfortunately, she died on the spot," as cited by PTI. The official further asserted that an accidental death report has been registered. Man dies after accidentally falling into old well in Borivali Earlier last week, a 42-year-old Tejas Tawde died after falling into a packed well in Borivali’s Babhai Naka. Police said Tawade, a resident of Virar, was celebrating India’s T20 World Cup win with his friends in Borivli on Sunday. Tawde, along with his friends, went to buy Chinese food at a restaurant. A police officer, while briefing about the incident, said, “Tawde and his friend gave the order and were waiting. Tawade wanted to go to the bathroom, but the restaurant did not have any facilities. He then crossed the road in the dark and accidentally fell into a well.” The well is too old, and it was covered with grills. But a part of the grill was broken, and it was covered with leaves. Tawade didn’t realise that there was a well, and he fell into it, said police, adding that rescue efforts were made to pull him out alive; however, he had died upon falling. Furthermore, Corporator Shiva Shetty, while expressing concern about the incident, said, ‘I rushed to the spot, but he drowned. The locals tried to help him but failed to do it because the water level was too deep. I rushed to the fire brigade at Don Bosco, but all the fire officers were busy. Somehow, they arranged a team. They arrived at the spot and pulled Tawde out. We rushed him in an ambulance, but he was declared dead before admission.'
16 March,2026 05:12 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondentThe External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar thanked "the people of Armenia" for facilitating the successful evacuation of 550 Indian nationals from Iran. In a post on X, Jaishankar wrote, "Thank the Government and the people of Armenia for facilitating the safe evacuation of over 550 Indian nationals from Iran so far. Appreciate their support in these challenging times. @AraratMirzoyan." Thank the Government and the people of Armenia for facilitating the safe evacuation of over 550 Indian nationals from Iran so far.Appreciate their support in these challenging times. @AraratMirzoyan 🇮🇳 🇦🇲 — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 16, 2026 Earlier, the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association said that more than 70 Indian students, majority of them from Jammu and Kashmir, who were stranded in Iran amid the ongoing war situation in the region, have returned safely to India via a connecting journey through Armenia and Dubai, following a coordinated evacuation effort. The Association said that these students had been stranded in Iran due to the ongoing war-like situation and deteriorating security conditions in the region, and are now returning safely to India. It further said that most of the students travelling in this batch are studying at Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and other universities across Iran. Before boarding the flight, the students travelled by buses from different cities in Iran and undertook a long land journey to Armenia, reaching Zvartnots International Airport in Yerevan to board the evacuation flight. Diplomatic channels between New Delhi, Yerevan, and Tehran coordinated closely to help facilitate the evacuation successfully. Meanwhile, as the conflict entered its third week the Israeli Air Force (IsAF) has successfully targeted and destroyed the aircraft used by the Iranian leadership at Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran, marking a significant blow to the regime's strategic mobility. In a post on X, the air force confirmed the strike, stating that they "destroyed the plane of the leader of the Iranian terror regime at the 'Mehrabad' airport in Tehran." The aircraft was identified as a critical logistics and diplomatic tool used by the former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, additional senior officials from the terror regime, and elements in the Iranian military. The IsAF noted that the plane was vital to "advance military procurement and manage relations with Axis countries through domestic and international flights". Consequently, the mission was specifically designed to disrupt the operational synergy between Tehran and its regional allies. According to military officials, "the destruction of the plane impairs the ability to coordinate between the leadership of the Iranian terror regime and Axis countries, in building military power, and in the regime's rehabilitation capability." By eliminating this high-value target, Israel has significantly hindered the regime's ability to maintain its military and diplomatic networks, asserting that "another strategic asset has been removed from the Iranian regime". This high-profile strike was part of a broader, intensive aerial campaign. The IAF on Sunday (local time) said it struck more than 200 targets across western and central Iran over the past day, targeting military infrastructure, including missile systems, defence installations, and operational headquarters. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
16 March,2026 04:33 PM IST | New Delhi | ANIThe Election Commission of India (ECI) has directed the strict implementation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) following the announcement of assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and the Union Territory of Puducherry. The ECI said that flying squads and surveillance teams have been deployed as MCC takes effect. "The ECI has deployed over 5,173 flying squads and more than 5,200 Static Surveillance Teams (SSTs) across the poll-bound states to address complaints within 100 minutes," the poll body said. According to the Commission, election notifications issued by the ECI and the governments of Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry have already been published in their respective gazettes. With this announcement, the Model Code of Conduct has come into immediate effect in the concerned states and UT. The MCC also applies to the Central Government regarding announcements or policy decisions related to these regions. Directions to prevent misuse of govt resources The ECI has instructed authorities to ensure strict compliance with rules related to election conduct. These include - - Removal of defacement from government, public and private property - Preventing the misuse of official vehicles and government accommodation for election campaigns - A ban on advertisements funded by public money during the election period - Ministers have also been directed not to combine official duties with campaigning or use government machinery for electoral activities. Complaint system and monitoring teams To ensure effective enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct, the ECI has set up a complaint monitoring system. Citizens and political parties can report violations through - - The 1950 call centre helpline - The C-Vigil app available on the ECINET platform Guidelines for political parties The ECI has directed political parties to inform police authorities in advance about public meetings, rallies and processions to allow proper traffic and security arrangements. They must also obtain permissions for loudspeakers and other facilities during campaigns. Additionally, the Commission has activated the SUVIDHA module on ECINET, allowing political parties to apply for the use of public spaces such as grounds and helipads, which will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. Officials asked to maintain neutrality ECI has instructed government officials to act impartially while enforcing the Model Code of Conduct. All must ensure equal treatment of all political parties, regulate campaign activities fairly and maintain law and order to preserve the credibility of the electoral process, it said.
16 March,2026 03:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) will not contest the upcoming Baramati by-elections scheduled in April, Supriya Sule said on Monday, reported the PTI. Speaking in Delhi on Monday, Sule said that the NCP (SP) will not field a candidate against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP leader Sunetra Pawar in Baramati. The Election Commission of India had on Sunday announced that by-elections will be held for the Baramati assembly seat in Pune and Rahuri in Ahilyanagar on April 23, following the deaths of then Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and BJP legislator Shivaji Kardile, respectively. Regarding the Rahuri seat, Sule added that Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) partners will deliberate and finalise a decision in the coming days. BJP prepared if polls go to contest Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that all efforts would be made to hold the bypolls unopposed through consensus, but stressed that the BJP is ready to contest if necessary. Baramati and NCP leadership In the 2024 general elections, Supriya Sule, daughter of NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, retained the Baramati Lok Sabha seat, defeating her cousin Sunetra Pawar in her maiden contest. Sunetra later became a Rajya Sabha member and was appointed Deputy Chief Minister following the plane crash on January 28 near Baramati that killed her husband Ajit Pawar and four others, according to the PTI. Calls for transparent probe and LPG action plan Sule urged for a transparent investigation into Ajit Pawar’s plane crash. She also highlighted LPG supply concerns amid geopolitical tensions in West Asia, calling on the Centre to convene an all-party meeting and formulate a clear action plan. “The hotel and business sectors are facing difficulties due to geopolitical volatility,” Sule said, stressing that Parliament should discuss the issue and address the ongoing LPG crisis. Polls in 4 states The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the election schedule for four states and one Union Territory (UT) on Sunday, while expounding the elaborate measures undertaken by the poll body for ensuring free, fair and transparent Assembly elections. "Assam and Kerala will vote in a single phase on April 9. The UT of Puducherry will go to the polls on April 9. In Tamil Nadu, all 234 seats will head to polls in a single phase on April 23," CEC Gyanesh Kumar said at a press conference, the IANS reported. "For the 294-member West Bengal, the polling will be held in two phases. 152 seats will see elections on April 23, while the second phase will be held for the remaining 142 seats on April 29," he added. The results of all the Assembly elections will be announced on May 4. The CEC also announced by-elections for 8 constituencies, spread across Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tripura. The by-elections in Gujarat and Maharashtra will be held on April 23, while the rest will be held on April 9. (with PTI and IANS inputs)
16 March,2026 02:22 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAn Air India A350 operating from New York (JFK) to Delhi was diverted to Shannon Airport, Ireland, on Monday morning due to a suspected technical issue, officials confirmed. The aircraft, carrying around 300 passengers and crew, was airborne for nearly six hours before making the precautionary landing, reported the PTI. An Air India spokesperson said the flight, AI102, landed safely at 0430 hours local time in Shannon. "All passengers and crew are safe. The aircraft is currently undergoing detailed technical inspections as per established safety protocols," the spokesperson added, according to the PTI. According to data from Flightradar24.com, the plane remained in the air for close to six hours before diversion. Air India emphasised that the move was purely precautionary to ensure the safety of everyone onboard. Safety first approach The airline assured that the aircraft would not resume its journey until all technical checks were thoroughly completed. Passengers will be accommodated on rescheduled flights once the aircraft is cleared for service. Air India and Air India Express to operate 48 flights to West Asia Meanwhile, the Air India and Air India Express, will operate 48 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from West Asia on March 16, the airline said in a statement. The services are being run with the necessary permissions from Indian and local regulatory authorities amid changing conditions in the region, it said. The airlines will continue scheduled operations to Jeddah and Muscat. A total of 10 flights between India and Jeddah are planned for the day. Air India will operate one return flight each from Delhi and Mumbai. Air India Express will operate flights from Bengaluru, Kozhikode and Mangaluru. For Muscat, Air India Express will run 12 scheduled services, including flights from Delhi, Kannur, Mumbai and Thiruvananthapuram, along with two services from Kochi, an official statement said. Additional non-scheduled flights It said that besides the scheduled operations, the Air India group will also operate 26 non-scheduled flights connecting destinations in United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia with India. These additional flights will depend on slot availability and operational conditions at departure airports. The airline said its flights to North America, Europe, Australia and other regions will continue to operate as scheduled. Passengers whose flights remain temporarily suspended have been offered the option to rebook for a later date without additional charges or receive a full refund, it said. "Guests booked to travel on any of the routes where Air India group’s scheduled services remain temporarily suspended may conveniently rebook to a future date at no additional charge or opt for a full refund," the airline statement said. (with PTI inputs)
16 March,2026 01:56 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
