The Madras Export Processing Zone (MEPZ) at Tambaram was the third SEZ to be established in India, in 1984. Now, the facility spread over 262 acres is set for vertical redevelopment of 10 lakh sq m (more than 1 crore sq ft) that will bring in more companies and boost value of its exports to ₹30,000 crore and create another 1 lakh jobs, Alex Paul Menon, development commissioner, MEPZ SEZ, tells TOI in...
NEW DELHI: Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai on Monday announced the discovery of eight new pollution hotspots in the national capital, augmenting the current count of 13. Delhi: Air Quality Index (AQI) hits very poor' category in the National CapitalIn response, special teams will be dispatched to these areas to investigate and address pollution sources.Following a meeting involving 28 government...
MUMBAI: The air quality in Mumbai this morning was categorized as 'moderate' with an air quality index of 127, according to the Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research system, Safar-India. Last Tuesday, the air quality in Mumbai was also in the 'moderate' category, with an air quality index of 115. Previously, the air quality in Mumbai was classified as 'good'. However, due to a rise in...
As per Ayurveda, spices and herbs are naturally rich in potent medicinal benefits and can instantly amp up the taste quotient and boost overall health. These common spices can help boost metabolism, control appetite, and regulate blood sugar levels to name a few. So, here are some common kitchen spices, which can help in effective weight loss too without putting in much effort.Cinnamon TeaCinnamon is...
NEW DELHI: A 66-year-old Sikh man died from head injuries sustained after being assaulted following a car accident in New York. This incident marks the second attack against a Sikh individual in New York within a week.Jasmer Singh was allegedly the victim of a brutal assault by 30-year-old Gilbert Augustin after their vehicles collided in Queens the previous Thursday.After the collision between Singh...
NEW DELHI: The crowd in Dharamsala erupted in joy and started chanting 'Shami, Shami' after the star India pacer Mohammed Shami claimed a five-wicket haul to restrict New Zealand to 273 runs in the ICC World Cup match at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday. Shami (5/54) was the pick of the bowlers, and the 33-year-old was adjudged 'Man of the Match' for his...
Thane: Police have seized a pistol and four live cartridges being carried illegally by a person in Thane, an official said on Sunday. Following a tip-off, police laid a trap on Saturday and nabbed the 22-year-old man in Shahad area, senior police inspector Naresh Pawar from crime unit III at Kalyan said. They found a country-made pistol and four live cartridges worth Rs 31,000 in his possession, Pawar...
Chennai: Tambaram Corporation has launched a project to increase the availability of public restrooms. They are in the process of constructing five new toilet blocks, with an additional plan to incorporate 16 urinals at ₹6 crore. These new facilities, which are likely to come up near bus stands, hospitals, markets, and other public buildings, are expected to meet the growing demand for clean and...
Filmy backgrounds and cut-outs of Shah Rukh Khan and Ram Charan welcomed guests at the German Unity Day celebrations in the capital. The event also witnessed a flash mob and a special message from RRR actor Ram Charan to Naatu Naatu music composer MM Keeravani and Minister of State for External Affairs & Culture Meenakshi Lekhi, who were at the event.Minister of State for External Affairs &...
MUMBAI: Police have slapped yet another FIR on jailed builder Jayesh Tanna, brother Deep and son Vivek for cheating 28 flatbuyers of Rs 40 crore. TOI has learnt that the case is likely to be taken over by police's economic offences wing.Tanna, who is lodged in Arthur Road jail, has been booked in nine offences registered all over Mumbai. Police said in most of these cases, Tanna and his family members...
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