Following complaint, cops visited Khed-Shivapur and Anewadi plazas on NH-48; fake receipts also seized from the youths In serious financial irregularities that have cost the exchequer in crores, cops found that a racket illegally collected cash from vehicles passing through two toll plazas on the busy Pune-Satara stretch on National Highway 48 that connects Mumbai and Bengaluru . Till Wednesday evening, seven people have been arrested by Pune rural police in the case. gang has been simple: issue fake receipts and collect cash. The gang has been active since the past two months, as per preliminary investigations. They zeroed in on the extreme left lane of the two toll plazas — Khed-Shivapur and Anewadi. Usually, the extra-wide vehicles like trucks and trailers take the extreme left lane apart from several cars and buses. Just metres before the toll plaza, the gang members used to give the drivers fake receipts in collusion with toll plaza operators, cops have found. ... » Learn More about 7 held for Rs 2.8 crore illegal toll collection
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Nuclear power sector ‘in crisis’ 10 years after Fukushima disaster
Paris: Nuclear power is responsible for 10 percent of the world's electricity production, but it remains a controversial source of energy, a decade after the tsunami that triggered the Fukushima nuclear crisis. Here is a look at the state of nuclear energy around the world: - Fewer reactors - "It was an industry in serious crisis globally before the Fukushima events happened. This crisis has worsened considerably since then," said Mycle Schneider , an independent analyst and consultant on energy and nuclear policy based in Paris. The high costs of construction and concerns about safety have cooled interest in the industry. The number of nuclear reactors has receded in the past decade, from 429 in 2010 to 412 at the end of last year, according to Schneider, author of an annual report critical of the sector. But energy generation has increased, from 365.3 gigawatts in 2010 to 367.1 in 2020, as new reactors tend to be more powerful while older facilities were upgraded. ... » Learn More about Nuclear power sector ‘in crisis’ 10 years after Fukushima disaster
Residents in Hyderabad rue power cuts, officials deny outages
HYDERABAD : With the onset of summer, several residents in the city have started facing the heat of power cuts for varied durations. As the Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TSSPDCL) saw an 8% rise in power consumption in the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) limits over the last one month, power cuts in few areas have left residents sweating. With mercury levels inching closer to the 40 degree Celsius mark, residents are sweating it out with power cuts becoming a regular affair in areas such as Old City, Alkapur Township, Somajiguda and Manikonda, to name a few. Residents rue that frequent power cuts in the name of maintenance work, tree trimming and repair work have started to affect both work from home and online classes for children. “Even today, the power supply was disconnected at 9 am and was restored only by 3 pm. I am working from home and I have children who take online classes. Long power cuts have become a frequent affair and ... » Learn More about Residents in Hyderabad rue power cuts, officials deny outages
Sunflower seeds: Nutrition, health benefits and the best way to have them
Adding nuts and seeds to your diet is one of the best things you can do for your health. They are nutritious, healthy and prevent you from several kinds of chronic diseases. Sunflower seeds are one such type of seeds that is loaded with high-quality nutrients. They are rich in healthy fats, beneficial plant compounds and several vitamins and minerals. Sunflower seeds can even help reduce inflammation, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. They are part of the sunflower plant. In general, there are two main types of sunflower crops- one is grown for the seeds and the other is grown for the oil. They generally have a mild, nutty flavour and a firm but tender texture. The nutritional content of sunflower seeds Sunflower seeds might appear tiny but are extremely nutritious. They contain varied nutrients, required by our body to carry out different internal functions. The white seeds are especially high in vitamin E, zinc and selenium. These nutrients protect your body’s cells against ... » Learn More about Sunflower seeds: Nutrition, health benefits and the best way to have them
Recipe: How to make a charcoal activated waffle
As the world celebrates Waffle Day on March 25, we bring you fluffy yet crispy waffle recipes to try at home. Goat Cheese Savoury Waffle Recipe by Chef Neeraj Tyagi, Director of Culinary, Pullman & Novotel New Delhi Aerocity Ingredients: 400 ml milk 85 gm butter 5 gm castor sugar 6 gm salt 10 gm yeast 250 gm maida 60 ml cream 1 gm baking soda 25 gm milk for yeast 2 tbsp activated charcoal For the goat cheese and garden tomato salad : 80 gm goat cheese 5 yellow cherry tomatoes 5 red cherry tomatoes Fresh basil few leaves 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Sea salt to taste Fresh cracked pepper to taste Method: Scale all the ingredients as per the desired batch. In a small pot over medium heat, combine milk and butter until melted and hot but not simmering. Stir in sugar and salt; remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm. In a large bowl, combine milk and yeast. Let it stand until foamy for about 5 minutes. ... » Learn More about Recipe: How to make a charcoal activated waffle
Why the South Korean president came calling
Moon Jae-in's visit will play a crucial role in exploring complementarities between India's Act East policy and South Korea's New Southern policy, says Rahul Mishra. IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi and South Korean President Moon Jae-in head for a meeting at Hyderabad House, July 10, 2018. Photograph: Kamal Singh/PTI Photo 2018 has been a remarkable success in the context of India's Act East policy. The year began with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj inaugurating the Regional Pravasi Bhartiya Divas in Singapore on January 9, and in the six months since she has visited Thailand, Myanmar, Indonesia and Mongolia. At the beginning of 2018, the Act East policy received a boost with the commemoration of 25 years of India-Association of Southeast Asian Nations dialogue partnership, with all 10 ASEAN heads of States visiting India to participate in the commemorative summit. For the first time in the history of India's Republic Day celebrations, the 10 ... » Learn More about Why the South Korean president came calling
The intriguing tale of India’s trade with North Korea
India remains North Korea's 2nd-largest import source after China, according to several estimates by multilateral bodies, says Subhayan Chakraborty. IMAGE: Performers in traditional dress chat during the opening ceremony of a new dock at the North Korean port of Rajin. India remains North Korea's 2nd-largest import source after China. Photograph: Yuri Maltsev/Reuters Of the more than $36 billion worth of refined petroleum exported by India in 2017-18, a small trickle worth $16 million, managed to find its way to North Korea, despite economic sanctions currently in place. It constituted the largest component of India's exports, measuring a significant $57.55 million to the country, something that policy experts feel may only increase now that the nation has agreed to neuter its nuclear weapons program. While official statistics from North Korea are hard to come by due to the ruling regime's limited contact with the larger global economy, India remains North Korea's ... » Learn More about The intriguing tale of India’s trade with North Korea
In IT raids in TN Rs 170 crore unaccounted income detected
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Indian man in UAE wins 24 crores in lucky draw
#Uae United Arab Emirates publishes first photo from Mars probe #Uae Unforgettable 2020: India, UAE witness soaring relations #Uae Indian man in UAE stabs colleague 11 times after he misses mother's funeral in India #Uae UAE says Chinese vaccine 86% effective, offers few details #Uae Union minister Jaishankar meets UAE counterpart; Discusses COVID-19, strategic cooperation #Uae Amid US brokered deal, UAE formally ends Israel boycott For Quick Alerts Subscribe Now India - 11,156,923 | World - 115,754,544 View Sample For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts Just In 10 min ago PM Modi to hold virtual summit with Swedish counterpart on Friday 17 min ago PM Modi to receive CERAWeek Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award 21 min ago Mamata Banerjee 'real Bengal tigress': Shiv Sena Must Watch Don't ... » Learn More about Indian man in UAE wins 24 crores in lucky draw
Film inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi soon
#Narendra Modi PM Modi to hold virtual summit with Swedish counterpart on Friday #Narendra Modi PM Modi to receive CERAWeek Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award #Narendra Modi Pariksha Pe Charcha 2021: PM Modi to interact with students, here's how to register #Narendra Modi PM Modi's visit to Bangladesh will be a very memorable one: Jaishankar #Narendra Modi BJP’s star campaigner PM Modi to address 2 rallies before each phase in Bengal #Narendra Modi Modi government is misusing IT department to intimidate those supporting farmers' protest: Rahul Gandhi For Quick Alerts Subscribe Now India - 11,156,923 | World - 115,754,544 View Sample For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts Just In 10 min ago PM Modi to hold virtual summit with Swedish counterpart on Friday 17 min ago PM Modi to receive CERAWeek Global Energy and ... » Learn More about Film inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi soon