New Delhi: Two separate murders by stabbing were reported in different parts of the city. Seven people have been arrested and four minors have been apprehended.An 18-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death by around 10 people after a heated altercation broke out due to a social media feud in outer Delhi’s Paschim Vihar Wednesday…
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner Tukaram Mundhe MUMBAI: Three hospitality industry bodies have urged the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) not to publicly name hotels and restaurants accused of food safety violations until due legal procedures are completed, warning that premature disclosure could cause serious damage to businesses, jobs and consumer trust.The…
Bengaluru: Tiny black thrips have emerged as one of the gravest threats confronting Karnataka’s chilli farmers. From the vast chilli fields of Raichur to cultivation belts across north and Kalyana Karnataka, the invasive pest has left a trail of damaged crops, escalating cultivation costs and shrinking yields, raising concerns over whether existing govt interventions are…
We inherited a system that was riddled with corruption, says minister R Nirmal Kumar Tamil Nadu minister for energy resources and law R Nirmal Kumar has emerged as the TVK govt’s defender-in-chief. In an interview with TOI’s Shanmughasundaram J, the minister says the TVK-led coalition is preparing a common minimum programme, and TVK will contest…
Hyderabad: Commuters travelling by bus may soon be able to complete their entire journey from their doorstep to the final destination without worrying about finding an auto at either end. Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) is preparing to introduce an integrated electric auto-rickshaw service to bridge first-mile and last-mile connectivity, allowing passengers to book…
Sanjay had been running Khushi Florist near G-Town Wine Shop in DLF Phase I for nearly a decade Sanjay had been running Khushi Florist near G-Town Wine Shop in DLF Phase I for nearly a decade Sanjay had been running Khushi Florist near G-Town Wine Shop in DLF Phase I for nearly a decade Sanjay…
Kolkata: Jadavpur resident Pratima Roy came to Janatar Darbar on Thursday to allege that her shop has been occupied by outsiders, and that she had failed to get it back even after seeking intervention of BJP MLA Sarbari Mukherjee.Roy also alleged that she was beaten up before being evicted from “her own shop”. She said…
Ahmedabad: Police have intensified disaster preparedness measures across the state following forecasts of heavy rainfall, with director general of police (DGP) G S Malik directing all city, district and range police chiefs to remain on high alert for the next 24 to 48 hours.During a high-level video conference on Wednesday, the DGP reviewed flood preparedness…
Chandigarh: The Chandigarh Congress Thursday held two meetings to discuss organisational expansion, preparations for the coming municipal corporation elections and key civic issues affecting the city.Party leaders resolved to strengthen the organisation at the booth level and intensify public outreach in their respective areas. Workers were asked to focus on local issues and take the…
Cabs lined up at Pune airport Pune: State transport minister Pratap Sarnaik said on Thursday that cab aggregators — like Uber, Ola and Rapido — must comply with every provision of Maharashtra’s newly notified policy and obtain licences by Sept 1 or face strict legal action, including suspension of operations.He said that barring Bharat Taxi,…
