Pune has 61,521 lifts, but only 16,022 were inspected in 2025-26, data shows Pune: Mandatory annual safety inspections of over 70% of total 61,521 lifts remained pending in the city till the end of 2025-26 financial year as assistant engineers from the electrical inspectorate are increasingly diverted to approvals and inspections of newly installed elevators,…
Pune: The 65-year-old accused in the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl in Nasrapur village in Bhor taluka of Pune district had twice faced sexual offence charges earlier and walked free, raising questions over investigation lapses and delayed justice.Police said the man, a father of six girls and a boy, was acquitted in 2019…
Lucknow: After nearly a week of relatively comfortable weather, the mercury in the state capital crossed the 40 degrees Celsius mark on Sunday, signalling a fresh spell of intense heat. The maximum temperature rose above normal levels, bringing back hot and uncomfortable conditions across the city.The maximum temperature hovered around 40.4 degrees Celsius, about one…
Kolkata: A 19-year-old youth and his friend were allegedly ambushed, abducted, and tortured by a group of men over a grudge in the early hours of Friday, before being stripped and filmed. The victim, a resident of Kabi Tirtha Sarani in Kidderpore, filed a formal complaint with Hastings Police detailing a midnight ordeal that also…
Lucknow: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday ordered a fire safety audit campaign to be carried out across the state. The directions were issued during a meeting to review Monday’s fire in a commercial building in Aliganj, in which at least 15 persons lost their lives. Calling this incident a “major lesson” for the state,…
Bosco Leslie Martis hospitalised in Mumbai after chest congestion; ace choreographer under observation (Image credits: Instagram) Bollywood choreographer and entrepreneur Bosco Leslie Martis has been admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital after complaining of chest congestion and discomfort.According to sources, Bosco sought medical consultation after experiencing uneasiness in his chest amid a hectic work schedule….
Many homes prefer a small waterfall Buddha to decorate their space. It is a mixture of the sound of flowing water and the presence of Buddha. According to Vastu Shastra, if placed in the right way, this kind of decorative piece can help in creating a peaceful and harmonious environment. Best placement direction Generally Vastu…
Shillong: National People’s Party (NPP) on Thursday formally handed over its ticket to academician and president of the Khasi Authors’ Society, D Rockyer Lyngdoh Nonglait, to contest the by-election to the Shillong Lok Sabha seat to be held this year.By-election to the seat, the schedule for which is yet to be announced by the Election…
(Clockwise from top left) Barrister Mohammed Yaseen Nurie, who served as a minister in B G Kher’s cabinet; a letter from Nehru is among the many such communications received by Nurie; handwritten postcards (Clockwise from top left) Barrister Mohammed Yaseen Nurie, who served as a minister in B G Kher’s cabinet; a letter from Nehru…
Taurus Saturn Retrograde 2026 starts from July 27, 2026, to December 11, 2026. Saturn will be retrograde in Pisces, which is the 11th house of your horoscope. This time is going to have a great impact on your career, gains, seniors, long-term ambitions and luck. Saturn governs your 9th and 10th houses. Career Taurus, Saturn…
