Mumbai hospitals are adopting green measures like solar power, energy insulation, and sensor lights. Tata Memorial Centre's ACTREC showcased a solar power plan to cut carbon emissions and save costs. Fortis Hospitals have reduced energy and water consumption through optimized practices. While initially costly, these steps ensure long-term savings and create healthier environments for patients and staff.
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Indian travelers renewing their American B1/B2 visas now face longer wait times as the US reinstates its pre-Covid policy. With wait times still over 400 days in major cities, the visa renewal process has become more cumbersome, affecting travel industry growth and reflecting an increase in in-person interview requirements.
The Calcutta High Court has reserved its decision regarding the continued deployment of central forces in West Bengal's Murshidabad, following recent violent clashes. A suggestion has been made to form a panel to assess the situation and aid rehabilitation. The court is also considering a plea to transfer the investigation of bomb blasts during communal violence to the NIA, while the state government claims the situation is under control.
The Adani Group has hired US law firms to handle civil and criminal proceedings by the SEC and Eastern District of New York. Charges against Gautam Adani and associates include payment of bribes for solar energy contracts.
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Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar criticized parliamentarians for frequent disruptions during the winter session, which concluded with only 40% productivity. He urged members to engage in meaningful debates instead of destructive behavior, emphasizing the need to restore public trust in democratic institutions. The session saw the formation of a joint parliamentary committee on simultaneous elections amidst continued opposition protests.
Batting maestro Virat Kohli avoided a ban after a shoulder bump with Australian debutant Sam Konstas during the fourth Test in Melbourne. The ICC fined Kohli 20% of his match fee and awarded a demerit point. The altercation, deemed a Level 1 or 2 offence, sparked debate on disciplinary consistency, with Kohli accepting his sanction.