SHIMLA: Heavy rains continued to wreak havoc across Himachal Pradesh, leaving 374 roads, 524 power distribution transformers, and 145 water supply schemes disrupted as of Saturday morning, said the state disaster management authority (HPSDMA).HPSDMA said NH-305 and NH-05 are among the blocked routes, with landslides and flash floods hampering connectivity, particularly in Mandi, Kullu, and…
If you’ve ever been puzzled by blood pressure numbers or wondered what’s really changed in the guidelines, you’re in the right place. On August 14, 2025, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC), along with a slew of trusted partners, dropped their 2025 guideline for preventing, detecting, evaluating, and managing…
SANGRUR: A village panchayat in Punjab’s Sagrur district has banned energy drinks as part of a broader campaign to protect the health of its youth, reports Bharat Khanna.The 10-member panchayat of Uppali village includes four women. The panchs are aged between 30 and 42 years. Some have studied only up to matriculation, while some are…
LUCKNOW: A constable of the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) died under mysterious circumstances after suffering a gunshot injury while on duty at the Central Ammunition Depot in Sitapur, UP, on Saturday, reports Pathikrit Chakraborty. An SIT has been set up to probe the incident.The deceased, Himanshu Kumar, 25, was deputed to the facility two months…
MUMBAI: A college student died by suicide at a Goregaon East highrise Thursday.Aarey police said the 17-year-old daughter of a real estate developer was battling depression for two years and did not leave any suicide note. The junior college student was slated to fly to London in 15 days to join a college where she…
NAINITAL/DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand HC sought a detailed report from Nainital district magistrate and SSP after five Congress zila panchayat members allegedly went missing during polling for chairperson election Friday in Nainital. High court listed the matter for hearing Monday and said it was “shocking” that armed police were seen turning away while one member was being…
Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla (File Photo) NEW DELHI: Manipur governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla was Saturday given additional charge as the Nagaland governor, according to a communique issued by the President’s office.Nagaland governor La Ganesan had breathed his last in Chennai on Friday. He had been in ICU undergoing treatment after he collapsed on Aug 8…
NEW DELHI: Amid increasing severity of floods due to heavy rainfall, a parliamentary panel has noted that socio-economic losses in the form of human lives and assets continue to occur despite significant technological advancements and substantial investments in early warning systems.The panel – standing committee on water resources – in its report submitted to Parliament…
NEW DELHI: Even though the Trump-Putin Alaska summit concluded without an agreement to end the Russia-Ukraine war, India appreciated the “progress” made in the meeting between the US and Russian presidents, saying in an official statement their leadership in the pursuit of peace is “highly commendable”.The Indian govt is hoping that Trump’s claims about great…
Stubborn love handles can be frustrating, but lifestyle adjustments can help. Cutting back on added sugar from drinks and processed foods is crucial. Incorporating healthy fats like avocados and nuts aids weight loss. Increasing daily movement through simple activities and managing stress with mindfulness techniques are beneficial. Even after weeks of intense exercise, the excess…
