Mumbai: A citizen-led awareness campaign on smart electricity meters was conducted recently across several locations in Mumbai, said civic activist G R Vora on Sunday. The initiative was spearheaded by social activist Kamlakar Shenoy and supported by concerned citizens seeking to address growing consumer grievances related to the installation of smart meters.The campaign was held…
LUCKNOW: Police investigating the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya have seized a motorcycle and a sedan allegedly belonging to accused Ram Shankar Yadav, alias Tinnu Yadav, suspecting that the vehicles were purchased using misappropriated donation funds.The seizure was made following information provided by Tinnu Yadav and his nephew, Manish Yadav,…
Bhubaneswar: BJD president and former CM Naveen Patnaik on Sunday expressed concern over the credibility of India’s examination system, saying the erosion of public trust in it could have far-reaching consequences for the country’s future. In a post on X, Naveen wrote, “The damage goes far beyond a failed exam. It shatters faith in the…
Bengaluru: Over 40 rescued dogs were put up for adoption at Bengaluru East City Corporation’s Adopt Me–Second Innings campaign Saturday. The event saw participation from 17 animal rescuers, who brought dogs rescued from abandonment, accidents and cruelty.Officials said four dogs were adopted on the spot, while the adoption process for four more is in the…
Patna: A notorious criminal with a history of serious offences, including attempt to murder, extortion and Arms Act cases, was arrested with an illegal firearm in Patna’s Khusrupur area on Sunday, police said.The arrested accused has been identified as Sanjay Kumar alias Santosh Kumar alias Santosh Don, a resident of Pachrukhiya under Khusrupur police station…
Salt is that one essential ingredient that makes or breaks the taste and texture of any meal and ruins the experience! There’s no denying that this staple seasoning is an inseparable part of every household, which is majorly used in enhancing the taste of delicacies, but little do we know that salt can be used…
GCC collects ₹103 cr property tax in 14 days Chennai: Greater Chennai Corporation has collected ₹103.03 crore in pending and current property tax dues in just 14 days, with officials attributing the sharp rise to a special intensive collection drive being held across the city. The collection was recorded between July 3 and 16, during…
Scientists have uncovered how Posidonia oceanica adapted to the dim light of the seabed. In the Mediterranean Sea, vast underwater meadows of seagrass grow in places where sunlight is weak. Yet these plants continue to photosynthesise efficiently, produce oxygen, store carbon and suppor marine life.A new study has revealed how one of these seagrasses has…
The complainant alleged that the threats began after the woman gave birth to a boy in June 2023 T’puram: A Telangana-based businessman has alleged that he was extorted to the tune of nearly Rs 5 crore after a woman allegedly threatened to expose their relationship and later issued threats against his family, prompting Vanchiyoor police…
Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar takes stock of preparations for MP Assembly’s monsoon session, in Bhopal on Sunday Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar inspecting the preparations for Madhya Pradesh Assembly Monsoon Session, in Bhopal on Sunday. —- pics A Moeed Faruqui Bhopal: The 11th session of the 16th Madhya Pradesh assembly will begin on Monday and continue…