BJP steps up attack on Rahul Gandhi over women’s quota, accusing Congress of blocking early implementation NEW DELHI: BJP on Sunday sought to play back to Rahul Gandhi his pitch for women’s empowerment, by questioning his strident opposition to govt’s push for an early implementation of quota for them in Lok Sabha and assemblies.“He does…
Andrea Mauk with her son Damon and husband Edward. (Photo: Andrea Mauk) For Andrea Mauk, the phone call telling her that her 18-year-old son Damon had died was already a moment no mother should ever have to endure. But while she was thousands of miles away in Costa Rica, grieving a son she could not…
FILE – Hayden Panettiere appears at the world premiere of “Scream VI” in New York on March 6, 2023. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File) Melissa Gilbert has spoken out about the need for better protection and support for child actors following the deaths of former child stars Hayden Panettiere, Daveigh Chase and Michelle Trachtenberg. Melissa…
Today is packed with important tasks, creating an atmosphere of urgency. While the pressures mount, unexpected encounters can bring delightful relief. Focusing on work is essential, and students should implement organized study strategies to thrive. Keeping an eye on finances is crucial, as minor costs can add up swiftly. Remember to prioritize safe driving and…
New Delhi: National Green Tribunal (NGT) has issued notices to Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) and Directorate General of Health Services on a plea alleging multiple environmental violations at a common biomedical waste treatment facility along GT Karnal Road in north Delhi.The plea claimed that the plant was emitting black smoke, improperly disposing of ash…
Two people were detained for negligence Mumbai: An air-conditioning fitting technician died after falling from the 11th floor of a 29-storeyed residential building in Bandra’s Kalanagar on Saturday, police said.The incident occurred at Ten BKC at about 12.30pm when Ziyadul Shamshujuha Huda (27), was fitting an outdoor AC unit from outside a window. Kherwadi police…
A young girl looks towards a rapidly changing Indian skyline. India’s affluent consumer population is projected to reach 10.8 crore by 2036. (AI-generated representational image) Bengaluru: India is projected to have 10.8 crore affluent consumers by 2036, marginally surpassing China’s 10.3 crore, according to the latest report by NielsenIQ (NIQ) and World Data Lab.The report…
Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Govt Collegiate Teachers’ Association (TNGCTA) condemned the notice issued to Cynthia Selvi, joint director of collegiate education, seeking an explanation for issuing a circular asking colleges to prevent students from taking part in protests organised by Left parties and CJP.Commissioner of collegiate education P Ponniah had issued the notice stating that…
Hyderabad: A fire broke out at a cluster of private furniture godowns in Gudimalkapur on Sunday morning, damaging six units, though no injuries or casualties were reported. Langar Houz station fire officer M Mahesh said a fallen electrical wire from a power pole was suspected to have triggered the blaze. Of the 16 godowns in…
Gurgaon: Haryana education department has reshuffled its decision-making powers through a new standing order, placing major education policy decisions — including opening and closing of govt schools, training institutions and public libraries, taking over privately managed educational institutions, and naming govt or aided institutions after martyrs, freedom fighters and eminent personalities — under the minister-in-charge,…
