Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] Mumbai's Sakinaka became a river of garbage. NEW DELHI: Mumbai experienced significant rainfall exceeding 60 mm within 24 hours, bringing with it widespread chaos, waterlogging and misery. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the Santacruz observatory registered 62 mm of rainfall, whilst Colaba station recorded 23 mm. Social media platforms were flooded with numerous videos showing disrupted activities across Mumbai. One of these videos emerging from Sakinaka sparked public outrage. The viral footage shows substantial amounts of rubbish floating through water-logged streets, causing severe traffic disruptions and difficulties for travellers. The video was shared by X handle @mumbaimatterz with the caption "OMG …. This is SakiNaka…It's a Pathetic Sight…But better than Singapore for some."PollWhat should be the priority to improve waterlogging issues?Numerous social media users criticised the authorities regarding inadequate waste management and drainage infrastructure. "They like to […]

[ad_1] Picture source: X/IndiaUNNewYork India’s permanent mission to the United Nations hosted a special event on Wednesday to mark International Tea Day, focusing on how tea contributes to economic empowerment, employment, and sustainable development goals. Themed “Tea for livelihoods, tea for SDGs,” the programme drew diplomats, UN officials, and representatives from other major tea-producing countries. India’s UN ambassador Parvathaneni Harish said the country’s tea industry is more than a source of trade and taste—it is a foundation for rural jobs and women’s empowerment. “From Assam to Darjeeling and Nilgiris, tea has become a major part of our economic story,” Harish said, adding that the industry supports over 10 million livelihoods and directly employs 1.5 million people, most of them women.PollDo you support the idea of a global 'International Tea Day'? However, he also pointed out growing challenges such as climate […]

[ad_1] Indian-American Vaibhav Taneja, Tesla’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), has garnered significant media attention for his extraordinary compensation package. In 2024, Taneja earned a staggering $139 million (approximately Rs 1,195.4 crore), surpassing top tech CEOs such as Satya Nadella of Microsoft, Sundar Pichai of Google, and Mark Zuckerberg of Meta. His pay package, which places him among the highest-paid finance executives in history, includes substantial stock options and equity grants granted after his promotion as CFO in 2023. Taneja's remarkable earnings reflect his pivotal role at Tesla, especially during a challenging period for the company.Vaibhav Taneja’s record-breaking compensation of surpassed tech giantsVaibhav Taneja's overall compensation for 2024 is the highest among CFOs worldwide, according to reports. This compensation package not only eclipsed Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Google CEO Sundar Pichai but also broke the previous quarterly CFO compensation record […]

[ad_1] Mumbai Indians (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians kept their title dreams alive and kicking with a thumping 59-run win over Delhi Capitals on Wednesday, becoming the fourth and final team to secure a playoff berth in IPL 2025. Now, with 16 points and one league match remaining, the five-time champions are eyeing an improbable but possible leap to the top of the points table.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Currently, Gujarat Titans (18 points), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (17), and Punjab Kings (17) occupy the top three spots. Each of them has two games left to play, while Mumbai has only one — a key disadvantage.PollWill Mumbai Indians secure a top-two finish in IPL 2025?Who's that IPL player?For MI to finish in the top two, several scenarios must unfold in their favour. IPL 2025: The unsung […]

[ad_1] Punjab and Haryana high court CHANDIGARH: Tension ran high at the Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday morning after Chandigarh Police received a bomb threat linked to the court premises.In response, the Quick Reaction Team (QRT), bomb disposal squad, and local police swiftly arrived at the scene and began evacuating the building as a safety precaution.Court officials were instructed to clear all courtrooms immediately. Following the emergence of the threat, the High Court Bar Association (HCBA) also issued a formal alert to its members.“All members are advised to stay alert. In case any suspicious or unattended objects are noticed on the premises, please inform the office of the High Court Bar Association, Chandigarh, without delay,” said a statement from HCBA Secretary, Gagandeep Jammu.PollDo you believe the evacuation procedures in place are adequate for handling bomb threats?Members were also […]

[ad_1] A 23-year-old man from Chhattisgarh was detained by Mumbai Police on Wednesday for attempting to enter Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra. MUMBAI: Mumbai Police arrested two people on Wednesday for trying to enter actor Salman Khan’s Bandra home.The accused a 23-year-old man from Chhattisgarh and a 32-year-old woman from Khar, Mumbai. According to police, the man first appeared at the building’s gate in the morning, claiming he was a fan and wanted to meet the Bollywood star. When denied entry by a constable posted at the gate, he allegedly smashed his mobile phone in anger. Later that evening, around 7:30pm, the same individual returned and blocked a resident’s vehicle in an attempt to sneak inside. He managed to breach the compound and sprinted towards the building, but was intercepted by alert police officers on duty before he […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: As the Enforcement Directorate (ED) continued its searches at institutions linked to Karnataka home minister G Parameshwara over a money laundering probe related to a gold smuggling racket, deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar described him as a “clean and honest man”.Shivakumar defended Parameshwara against allegations tied to actress Ranya Rao, whose bank accounts are under scrutiny for suspected fake transactions allegedly routed by hawala and accommodation entry operators. “He might have gifted around Rs 15-25 lakh to Rao during some family event or marriage, but that doesn't mean he encouraged her to indulge in illegal activities like smuggling,” Shivakumar said. The ED is carrying out the searches under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). A case was registered earlier this year after the agency took cognisance of complaints filed by the CBI and Directorate of Revenue […]

[ad_1] MUMBAI, INDIA - MAY 21: Mumbai Indians team members celebrate their team's win over Delhi Capitals during the 2025 IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals at Wankhede Stadium on May 21, 2025, in Mumbai, India. (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) Following their thumping 59-run win over Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians became the fourth and final team to qualify for the IPL 2025 playoffs. The other three teams for the knockouts are Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings.With the win, the Hardik Pandya-led team, the five-time champions, has now secured a spot in the playoffs an impressive 11 times.Mumbai pipped Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who have reached the final four ten times but are yet to win the elusive title.Leading the pack with an unparalleled record of 12 playoff qualifications are the Chennai Super Kings. Three-time champions […]