Mumbai’s rising temperatures and heatwaves are severely impacting outdoor workers. Mumbai’s average temperatures have increased over the past three decades, while the frequency and intensity of heatwaves have also risen. Coastal humidity adds to our discomfort and the current surge in concrete development is pushing up local temperatures. With the state govt recently issuing a…
New Delhi: When 22-year-olds with no visible health issues start turning up with abnormal liver tests, doctors say it is a warning India can no longer ignore. On World Liver Day, specialists flagged a sharp rise in liver disease among young adults, driven largely by lifestyle-related metabolic disorders, calling it a fast-growing public health crisis.Doctors…
Chennai: A few party flags hang limp in the summer heat, a lone campaign lorry blaring DMK govt’s achievements crawls along the Tiruvannamalai–Kallakurichi road near Melkachirapattu, and the occasional wall bears fading AIADMK and BJP symbols. Even during election season, Tiruvannamalai is a town weighed down by everyday concerns. Residents say long-pending issues such as…
Patna Municipal Corporation has kicked off the 2026-27 fiscal year with a strong Rs30 crore in stamp duty revenue by mid-April, driven by property registrations. This marks a significant increase from the previous year, with funds earmarked for crucial urban infrastructure development and maintenance. Residents can avail a 5% rebate on property tax paid by…
NEW DELHI: Nearly seven lakh voters have been added to the electoral rolls in West Bengal ahead of the assembly elections, officials said, though detailed demographic data is yet to be released by the Election Commission of India.Of the newly added electorate, about 3.22 lakh are set to vote in the first phase, while nearly…
KOLKATA: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is carrying out searches at three premises linked to Kolkata police deputy commissioner Shantanu Sinha Biswas and Sun Enterprise managing director Joy Kamdar on Sunday morning.According to news agency ANI, of the three locations, two are associated with Shantanu Sinha Biswas, while one belongs to Joy Kamdar.Officials said the raids…
Navi Mumbai: Parents staged a protest recently against a 25% fee hike by a Kharghar school prompting the management to reduce it to 19%. However, the parents are still opposing the hike seeking it be capped at 15%. The school has around 4,600 students. The last meeting was held on April 15 after the police…
New Delhi: Lieutenant governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu Saturday urged citizens to adopt “one habit change” for making healthier living more achievable.Speaking on the occasion of World Liver Day at the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), he said this year’s theme, “Solid Habits, Strong Liver,” reinforces the importance of consistent, choices daily in improving…
Chennai: Candidates of four major parties in Sholinganallur constituency took a short break from their campaign on Saturday. Residents asked tough questions to the sitting MLA S Aravind Ramesh about unfulfilled promises, including the one of piped water supply to houses. Other aspiring candidates were asked to give a roadmap for one of the fastest-growing…
A heritage walk in Patna, organized by INTACH, highlighted the city’s rich architectural past. Retired professor Wasi Ahmad shared insights into the 400-year-old Patna College structure, emphasizing the need for conservation. Discussions also covered the importance of formally classifying heritage sites to ensure their preservation for future generations. The event drew artists, students, and residents….
