SHOCKING: 16 - What They Never Told You

Will expose you in public: Supreme Court slams Maharashtra for opposing bail plea of foreign national

The Supreme Court warned Maharashtra's government for delaying criminal trials. The court noted frequent cases where bail was opposed but trials stalled. Accused individuals languish in jail for years with few witnesses examined. The state must now expedite trials and examine more witnesses weekly. Future delays will result in similar…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

Show same concern for rain-hit farmers as traffic snarls: Onion growers' body to Maharashtra government

An onion growers' body urged the Maharashtra government for urgent aid to rain-affected farmers. They noted that traffic disruptions receive more immediate attention than farmers' losses. Farmers face crop destruction from natural calamities and price crashes. Efficient transport infrastructure is crucial for perishable farm produce. Cities and villages are equally…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

Delhi Weather Today, July 11: Rain alert for Delhi, Noida, Gurugram; IMD warns of heavy showers

Delhi-NCR experiences pleasant weather after heavy rains, but more is forecast. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for Delhi and a red alert for several Uttar Pradesh districts. Rainfall activity is expected to decrease across most parts of Maharashtra, though some areas remain on alert. The Southwest Monsoon…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

Mumbai's ₹13,000-crore flood plan: How it will become a 'Sponge City'

Maharashtra's Chief Minister announced a Rs 13,000-crore flood mitigation plan for Mumbai. This comprehensive proposal integrates traditional and nature-based drainage improvement methods. The plan aims to address chronic flooding issues, particularly in low-lying city regions. Funding will be shared by the National Disaster Response Fund, state government, and BMC. Detailed…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

6 Indian National Parks Beyond Ranthambore That Every Tiger and Wildlife Safari Fan Must Visit

Jim Corbett National Park, UttarakhandJim Corbett has been hosting tigers since 1936, which makes it the oldest national park in India and the site where Project Tiger was formally launched in 1973. The Dhikala zone, set inside a broad riverine grassland called the chaur, gives you the kind of unobstructed…

Times Life · Jul 10

Why Lakhs of Devotees Wait All Year for This Journey Check the Pandharpur Wari Dates?

Some journeys are about reaching a destination. Others change you with every step. The Pandharpur Wari is one such journey. Every year, lakhs of devotees walk for days through the rains, singing the name of Lord Vitthal and sharing food, stories, and hope with strangers who soon feel like family.…

MyLifeXP · Jul 9

Weather tomorrow, July 10: IMD issues heavy rain alert for Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra and more as monsoon covers entire India

Weather Tomorrow, July 10: IMD has forecast widespread rainfall across several parts of the country on Friday as the southwest monsoon remains active after covering the entire nation. Heavy rainfall is expected in parts of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand due to the interaction of multiple weather systems. The IMD has…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Monsoon fury batters several states, disrupts normal life across north, west India

Torrential monsoon rains caused widespread destruction across India on Thursday. Roads and residential areas remained submerged, disrupting normal life and traffic flow. Rescue operations continued after a building collapse at a waste-to-energy plant in Maharashtra. Delhi witnessed heavy rainfall, leading to waterlogging and traffic snarls across the capital. Authorities are…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Cotton sowing picks up in July as monsoon revives, still below last year

Cotton sowing has accelerated in July as the southwest monsoon strengthens across India. Acreage has narrowed the gap compared to last year after initial delays. Improved rains in states like Maharashtra and Gujarat are encouraging farmers to plant cotton. Some farmers are shifting from paddy to cotton due to better…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Pawar's meeting in Shinde's office sparks tension, war of words between allies Sena (UBT), NCP (SP)

Sharad Pawar's meeting in Eknath Shinde's office has caused a rift between opposition allies. Shiv Sena (UBT) expressed hurt and questioned the senior leader's credibility. NCP (SP) countered, accusing Shiv Sena (UBT) of double standards and weak alliance foundations. Pawar met his party MLAs in Shinde's office after attending a…

The Economic Times · Jul 9