DDA sets 90-day timeline to restore 77 neglected lakes, ponds | Delhi News

New Delhi: Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has launched a time-bound restoration drive to revive 77 lakes and ponds across the capital following directions from lieutenant governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, amid growing concern over the steady decline of Delhi’s water bodies due to encroachment, sewage inflow and prolonged neglect.The decision followed a review meeting chaired by…

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Heavy showers disrupt power supply in Salcete | Goa News

Colva: Several villages along the Salcete coastal belt received heavy pre-monsoon showers accompanied by intense thunder, lightning, and gusty winds for nearly half an hour on Saturday evening, leading to power outages.Villages such as Cavelossim, Carmona, Orlim, and Varca experienced power failures, leaving residents without electricity for over two hours after trees collapsed onto 33KV…

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High airfares fail to ground Gujarat’s travel enthusiasm | Ahmedabad News

Ahmedabad: Gujaratis are known for their love of travel and, barring safety concerns, little seems to hold them back from embarking on summer holidays. With tensions in the West Asia region easing somewhat and airlines operating on Gulf routes gradually restoring services, many travellers have once again resumed planning international vacations.Travel operators across Gujarat said…

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Sukhu orders scientific study on rising cloudburst incidents in HP | Chandigarh News

Shimla: Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has directed the Himalayan Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience at Himachal Pradesh University to undertake a detailed scientific study on recurring cloudburst incidents in the state.The study will examine factors such as the impact of dams, temperature variations, terrain conditions and aerial-distance-based assessments linked to frequent cloudburst…

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Experience-led events see many takers this Mother’s Day | Pune News

Pune: As the city gears up to celebrate Mother’s Day, the local scene is evolving beyond traditional brunches. This year, Pune is witnessing a surge in experience-led events, ranging from sunrise pottery workshops and camping nights to forest sound-healing sessions and curated “mom’s day off” retreats.Pune’s cafés, art spaces, and wellness communities are offering fresh…

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Dibrugarh Town rail stn set to reopen by July-end with revamped features | Guwahati News

Dibrugarh: The Dibrugarh Town Railway Station, which remained closed for three years since May 2023 due to extensive upgradation and electrification works, is likely to resume operations by the end of July, railway officials said on Saturday.Tinsukia Division additional divisional railway manager (ADRM) Ajay Kumar Pradhan visited the station along with senior railway officials on…

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Check breast cancer timely, advise experts | Lucknow News

Lucknow: Breast conservation is possible in nearly 60–70% of breast cancer patients if the disease is detected early and treated with modern techniques such as oncoplastic surgery and targeted therapy, experts said at a seminar at KGMU’s surgical oncology department on Saturday. Prof Naseem Akhtar said oncoplastic surgery combines tumour removal with breast reshaping in…

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