Mumbai: Bombay high court on Monday took suo motu cognisance of news reports regarding lack of basic facilities-including water shortage-at Mumbai University’s Madam Cama Girls Hostel in Churchgate.The news reports said the water shortage affected over 100 students who had to buy drinking water and even fetched water from neighbouring buildings. They also had problems…
Image: Korea JoongAng Daily South Korea’s forests were in an exceptionally poor condition after decades of exploitation and the destruction caused by the Korean War. By 1960, the average growing stock had fallen to just 10.6 cubic metres per hectare, compared with about 100 cubic metres per hectare in the early 1900s. Large areas had…
Mumbai: Proposals seeking prior sanction for prosecuting state govt employees in 511 cases are pending with various administrative departments as of May 31, CM Devendra Fadnavis said in the assembly on Tuesday.In a written reply to a question raised by BJP MLA Rajesh Bakane, he said 111 of the pending proposals had been awaiting approval…
The celestial events today boost emotional strength and creativity for those born under Cancer. With Venus now in Hasta Nakshatra, individuals can expect constructive feedback on their artistic endeavors. Pisces natives might also receive appreciation for their contributions. Collaboration and taking note of project specifics are vital due to the influence of Hasta Venus. In…
You wake up with purpose today. The energy is steady, focused, and quietly strong, much like water cutting stone over time. Mars supports your confidence, and the Moon strengthens your ability to stay committed once you choose your direction.There is also a social current around you. A party, celebration, an event for the family, a…
After Hurricane Irma, Elise Raurell Built a Programme Schools Never Had—and Nearly 500 Students Have Learned From It. (Photo: Official website) When Hurricane Irma swept through South Florida, Elise Raurell was just a child. The fallen trees, damaged neighbourhoods and uncertainty left a lasting impression on her. Years later, that frightening experience inspired the 16-year-old…
Pune: A 60-metre foot overbridge (FOB) connecting the upcoming Wakad Metro station with the opposite side of the Mumbai-Bengaluru highway has been installed, improving pedestrian access to the station and providing a safe crossing at the busy junction.The bridge, erected over two consecutive nights to minimise traffic disruption, will remain open for all pedestrians, including…
Maruti Suzuki India has launched the updated Brezza. The model, as part of this update, comes with slightly revised styling, new tech, additional safety features, and a new engine option. The refreshed SUV continues to rival the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV 3XO and Skoda Kylaq. Here’s everything that you need to…
Annamalai Kuppusamy, former Tamil Nadu BJP chief, has launched a new movement, ‘We, The Leaders,’ advocating for a fresh political culture and generational change. After six years in BJP and now spearheading a ‘We, The Leaders’ movement, 42-year-old K Annamalai believes politics is not a contest for power but an exercise in constant reinvention“The Annamalai…
India performs around 14,500 kidney, over 5,100 liver, 239 heart and over 200 lung transplants a year. (Representative Image) NEW DELHI: India’s organ transplant crisis is not simply a shortage of transplant facilities or surgeons but also a shortage of donated organs. The scale of the gap is stark: around two lakh new kidney patients,…
