Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw has dismissed reports claiming she offered to fund Bengaluru road repairs as ‘fabricated news.’ She expressed amusement and challenged media outlets to reveal their sources. Shaw, who has frequently voiced concerns about the city’s infrastructure, recently met with Karnataka’s Chief Minister and Deputy CM to discuss development.
Mumbai faces increasing intense rain days, highlighting the need for urban resilience. Marine ecologist Mat Vanderklift advocates integrating natural wetlands and mangroves for flood management, emphasizing their cost-effectiveness and protective benefits against storm surges. These “natural climate solutions” offer significant climate abatement potential, though they cannot replace emission reduction efforts.
The BJP mocked the Mahagathbandhan after a press conference poster featured only RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, suggesting Rahul Gandhi and Congress were sidelined. The INDIA bloc appeared ready to announce Tejashwi as its chief ministerial candidate, with leaders meeting to resolve alliance stalemates and clear confusion ahead of Bihar Assembly elections.
Delhi’s air quality has plummeted, causing widespread respiratory distress and exacerbating existing health conditions. Vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses, face heightened risks. Experts urge immediate preventive measures like staying indoors, wearing masks, and maintaining clean indoor air to mitigate the severe health impacts of the smog.
Gold prices in the UAE have seen a significant drop after reaching record highs. This correction offers a welcome opportunity for buyers. The decline follows global trends as investors move away from safe-haven assets. Retailers are reporting increased customer interest. Experts believe gold’s long-term outlook remains strong. Buyers are watching the market for potential buying…
A massive blast, suspected to be from an IED, disrupted train services on the Northeast Frontier Railway early Thursday morning. The explosion damaged tracks between Salakati and Kokrajhar, causing an emergency halt to a goods train. While no casualties were reported, eight trains were detained, and security forces are investigating the serious security breach.
The BJP mocked the Mahagathbandhan after a press conference poster featured only RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, suggesting Rahul Gandhi and Congress were sidelined. The INDIA bloc appeared ready to announce Tejashwi as its chief ministerial candidate, with leaders meeting to resolve alliance stalemates and clear confusion ahead of Bihar Assembly elections.
Filmmakers have long been drawn to 19th-century Lucknow, capturing its opulence, culture, and architecture. Classics like ‘Shatranj Ke Khiladi’ and ‘Umrao Jaan’ vividly portray the era’s Nawabi lifestyle, from tragic downfalls to the lives of courtesans. These films showcase the city’s rich heritage, intricate details, and unique cultural ethos, making Lucknow a captivating backdrop for…
A Diwali celebration at IIT Guwahati devolved into a dangerous ‘firecracker war’ between students from two hostels. The chaotic scene, with rockets and crackers launched between buildings, necessitated police intervention. The incident, captured in a viral video, saw the campus sky lit up in a manner resembling a battlefield.
European parliament President Roberta Metsola has awarded this year’s Sakharov Prize to imprisoned journalists Andrzej Poczobut of Belarus and Mzia Amaghlobeli of Georgia. Both are recognised for their courageous reporting against injustice and authoritarianism, facing severe repercussions for their work. Poczobut, a Polish-Belarusian journalist, received an eight-year sentence for his critical coverage of protests.
