The legislators left the decision to Stalin, multiple sources told TOI. AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, meanwhile, is understood to have sought governor R V Arlekar’s appointment on Friday.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre was arrested in Thane for allegedly assaulting doctors and hospital staff at Shastri Nagar Hospital. The incident, which sparked protests from the medical fraternity, occurred after a newborn's family became agitated.
Economist Surjit Bhalla states India's economy is in a "standstill" despite 6% growth, attributing it to government protectionism that discourages manufacturing investment and global competitiveness. He contrasts India's approach with East Asian models and urges a shift towards rewarding efficiency and exports.
Two remarkably well-preserved marble busts, dating back approximately 1,700 years, were discovered in a pit at an ancient winepress complex near Binyamina, Israel. One bust is identified as Lycurgus by an inscription, while the other remains unnamed. Archaeologists believe the sculptures were deliberately hidden for safekeeping during a period of instability.
Heritage Foods has responded to an FSSAI show-cause notice regarding its 'Fresh Paneer' label, asserting the term accurately describes the refrigerated dairy product's nature and limited shelf life. The company also clarified its 'Health and Happiness' slogan as a corporate philosophy, not a product claim, and reaffirmed its commitment to food safety and compliance.
Scientists reconstructed ancient nitrogenase enzymes, finding they produced similar nitrogen isotope signatures to modern ones. This suggests nitrogen fixation has been stable for over two billion years, offering insights into early Earth ecosystems and aiding the search for extraterrestrial life.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre was arrested in Thane for assaulting doctors and hospital staff after they advised shifting a newborn. A viral video of the incident led to widespread protests and a case registered against Mhatre and five others. The Shiv Sena has initiated disciplinary proceedings against the corporator.
