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'Compensation must cover a lifetime of suffering': Supreme Court doubles compensation to Rs 83 lakh for child left disabled in crash, says 'entire future has been taken away'

'Compensation must cover a lifetime of suffering': The Supreme Court has nearly doubled the motor accident compensation awarded to an Odisha girl who was left with 90% permanent disability after a road crash when she was just six months old, raising the total payout to Rs 83.38 lakh from Rs…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

The Indian Skimmer Is One of India's Most Endangered River Birds, Only the Chambal Can Save It

A bill built for one thing, and one thing onlyThe Indian Skimmer (Rynchops albicollis) has a lower mandible that is measurably longer than its upper one, a trait so rare among birds globally that only three skimmer species in the world share it. It flies low over calm water, lower…

Times Life · Aug 6

Lesser vs Greater Flamingo: Why India's Sewage Ponds Have Become a Pink Sanctuary

Two birds, one glance, and where the differences actually areStand at the edge of Thane Creek on a winter morning and you will see tens of thousands of flamingos turning the water pink. What you almost certainly won't do, without a field guide and some patience, is correctly sort them…

Times Life · Aug 5

Odisha cabinet approves bill to create economic region development bodies, Rs 2,995-cr scheme for tribals

Odisha's cabinet approved a bill to establish Economic Region Development Authorities for urban growth. This initiative aims to develop integrated economic corridors across the state. A Rs 2,995-crore livelihood mission for tribal households was also cleared. The Mukhya Mantri Janajati Jeevika Mission 2.0 will span five years. Six proposals from…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Weather updates today, August 2: IMD issues rain alert; check if your state is on the list

Weather updates today, August 2: Widespread rainfall is forecast across India from August 2 to 7. Northwest, central, and eastern regions will experience heavy showers and thunderstorms. Many states including Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan anticipate significant precipitation. Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir are also expected to receive widespread rain.…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Weather forecast for July 31, 2026: Check IMD rain alerts for Delhi, Gujarat, Kerala and more

Heavy rainfall is expected across large parts of India on Friday. Active monsoon conditions will persist over north, central, east, and southern regions. Several states are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds have also been forecast. Intense monsoon activity will continue…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Severe Rainfall Alert: Heavy rain forecast in many states including Rajasthan, UP, Maharashtra, Delhi-NCR, Odisha, Gujarat, Hyderabad and more

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across India from July 30 to August 1. Active monsoon conditions will bring intense showers and thunderstorms to many regions. Northern and central states, including Delhi, will experience significant rainfall activity. Eastern, northeastern, western, and southern parts of the country are also on…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

RIR Power Electronics ignites India's SiC revolution after successful NSE debut

RIR Power Electronics debuted on the NSE, enhancing its market presence. The company is significantly investing in Silicon Carbide manufacturing in Odisha. This strategic move supports India's semiconductor self-reliance goals. Construction of the cleanroom facility is complete, with production targeted for FY2027. RIR also secured its first international order for…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

A rain festival with no rain: the Indian farmers bracing for a ‘super’ El Niño as monsoon arrives late

Raja is normally a celebration of the start of the monsoon, but in the eastern state of Odisha, the rains came so late the seeds were sown under clear skies

The Guardian - UK · Jul 30

Mumbai weather today: Rain returns after brief break, IMD issues red, orange and yellow alerts across Maharashtra

Mumbai weather today: Mumbai and nearby areas anticipate fresh rainfall starting Thursday, July 30. The India Meteorological Department issued yellow alerts for Mumbai and Thane. Palghar district faces an orange alert for Friday with heavy rainfall expected. A deep depression system over Odisha has triggered this monsoon revival. Maharashtra districts…

The Economic Times · Jul 30