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BMC’s growing dependence on consultants sparks political backlash | Mumbai News

BMC’s growing dependence on consultants sparks political backlash | Mumbai News

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2 min readMumbaiMay 23, 2026 01:05 PM IST The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s increasing reliance on external project management consultants (PMCs) for civic infrastructure projects triggered sharp criticism in the standing committee on Friday, with corporators across party lines questioning why the civic body was increasingly outsourcing work traditionally handled by municipal engineers. The uproar led to multiple proposals seeking appointment of consultants for key water infrastructure projects being put on hold. The proposals tabled before the standing committee included the appointment of consultants for four major water projects, among them the Manori desalination project’s 2000 MLD pumping station in Bhandup and the design of a new 3000 mm diameter pipeline from Gundavali reservoirs. According to civic documents, the BMC planned to award consultancy contracts for all four projects to the same consultant. However, the move drew objections from corporators who accused the administration of overdependence on private consultants and wasting public funds. Yashodhar Phandse, senior Sena (UBT) corporator, questioned why the civic administration was bypassing its own technical staff. “Earlier, all water supply projects were …

After Karan Johar, Nawazuddin Siddiqui questions Bollywood’s dependence on paid PR | Bollywood News

After Karan Johar, Nawazuddin Siddiqui questions Bollywood’s dependence on paid PR | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiApr 28, 2026 08:02 AM IST Nawazuddin Siddiqui has consistently proven his acting chops over the past two decades, from his blink-and-miss roles in the early, struggling years to his ongoing stint as a lead actor. The actor opened up on the practice of paid PR in Bollywood these days, reiterating that he doesn’t need to invest in the same as he’s blessed with an inherent confidence. “These times are very extreme. There’s a lot to be seen yet, which is going to happen in these times as well. It’s a strange world,” said Siddiqui. “Every thing goes through a bad phrase, including creativity. Probably, after a few years, better times will come. I hope people start recognizing the genuine stuff instead of bots and paid PR,” he added. Siddiqui is hopeful that the time comes soon when the audience is able to distinguish the truth from the lies. “I didn’t know a time would come where I’d pay 10 people to say this is a good actor and the people would even …

Can India’s first large private gold mine post-independence in Andhra Pradesh reduce import dependence?| India News

Can India’s first large private gold mine post-independence in Andhra Pradesh reduce import dependence?| India News

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For a country that requires vast quantities of gold every year, India’s domestic production has long remained surprisingly limited. That imbalance, however, could begin to shift as a new gold mine in Andhra Pradesh prepares to enter commercial production—marking a rare expansion in a sector that has seen little large-scale activity since Independence. India News The upcoming Jonnagiri gold project signals more than just another mining operation. It represents a structural shift, particularly because it is being led by a private company at scale—something India has not seen in decades, according to a report by Business Standrad (BS). A new chapter after decades of stagnation India’s modern gold mining journey has been defined by a handful of legacy operations. The Hutti Gold Mines, which began operations in 1947, has long been the country’s primary source of domestically produced gold. Before that, the iconic Kolar Gold Fields, which started in 1880, dominated production until its closure in 2001. Now, nearly eight decades after Hutti began operations, Jonnagiri is set to become the first large-scale gold mine …

US, Australia, Africa, Russia For LNG: Is India Mulling Long-Term Strategy To Cut Gulf Dependence? | India News

US, Australia, Africa, Russia For LNG: Is India Mulling Long-Term Strategy To Cut Gulf Dependence? | India News

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Last Updated:March 16, 2026, 20:26 IST Sources said India has decided to expand its national energy strategy due to recent production halts at Ras Laffan in Qatar and escalating instability near the Strait of Hormuz The move has been prompted by recent production halts at Ras Laffan in Qatar and escalating instability near the Strait of Hormuz. (Image: AFP/File) The ongoing conflict in West Asia has pushed India toward a long-term strategy to cut its dependence on the Gulf region when it comes to procuring LNG. According to top government sources, India has decided to fast-track a strategic energy pivot due to supply disruptions in Qatar – India’s largest supplier of LNG (liquefied natural gas), contributing 40 to 47 percent of total annual imports – and with the Strait of Hormuz practically a warzone. The government sources told News18 that the Centre has launched an aggressive overhaul of its national energy strategy, moving to decouple its power and industrial sectors from a heavy reliance on transit points in West Asia. Follow US-Israel-Iran War LIVE Updates …

Why India’s Oil Import Dependence Could Reach New Peak in FY26

Why India’s Oil Import Dependence Could Reach New Peak in FY26

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With increasing demand for fuel and other petroleum products amid stagnant domestic crude oil production, India’s dependence on imported crude oil grew to over 88.5% in the first 10 months of the current financial year FY26, indicating that the import reliance level for the full financial year could be headed for yet another record high. According to the latest data released by the Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell (PPAC) of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), the country’s oil import dependency was 88.6% in April-January, up from 88.2% in the corresponding period of FY25. For the full FY25, reliance on imported oil was 88.3%. According to industry insiders, the import dependency for the full FY26 could be a tad higher than the April-January level, similar to what happened in the last financial year. India is seen as a major growth centre for oil demand given the future potential in energy-intensive industries, growing vehicle sales, a rapidly expanding aviation sector, expected growth in consumption of petrochemicals, and a still-growing population with relatively low per-capita …

Putin greeted by dancing robot at AI conference, warns against dependence on foreign systems

Putin greeted by dancing robot at AI conference, warns against dependence on foreign systems

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Published on Nov 20, 2025 10:19 am IST At the 10th AI Journey International Conference in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin unveiled a sweeping vision for Russia’s artificial intelligence ambitions and warned of the risks of critical “foreign system” dependence. Greeted by ‘Grin’—the nation’s first humanoid robot—Putin toured exhibits on generative AI, neural networks, and AI-driven pharmaceuticals, before declaring that generative artificial intelligence will be “core and strategic technology,” shaping the world’s values, social fabric, and national security. Emphasizing the need for “state, technological, and value sovereignty,” Putin announced new initiatives for homegrown Russian language models and locally developed AI agents, promising intensive investment in domestic research, computing infrastructure, and work to ensure all crucial data models are Russian-made and supervised. He characterized the global AI race as a defining challenge for sovereignty and warned of attempts by outside powers to shape the information environment, calling for concerted, high-speed Russian innovation.   News / Videos / Putin greeted by dancing robot at AI conference, warns against dependence on foreign systems Disclaimer: We do not own …

How CSK’s reluctance to change, their auction failures, and dependence on veterans shoved them out of IPL 2025 | Ipl News

How CSK’s reluctance to change, their auction failures, and dependence on veterans shoved them out of IPL 2025 | Ipl News

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It was a comment that Stephen Fleming might not have expected to come back to bite him so soon. After their match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where they suffered the first of their eight defeats this season, Fleming was asked whether their structured way of constructing an innings – start slow, pick up pace and end with a flourish had become outdated. For the first time in 15 seasons as the head coach of the franchise, the usually composed Kiwi lost his cool. “You talk about firepower. We have got firepower all the way through. I don’t understand this question. Just because we don’t swing from ball No.1 and have some luck go our way, just see the end, who wins it. It is a positive brand of cricket. Don’t discount us.” From that early summer night to peak summer now, with a month of IPL still left, nobody is counting Chennai for the race to play-offs. They have become the first team to be eliminated. Since that defeat, Chennai have plummeted to several lows …

Govt report flags dependence on coal for energy requirements | Latest News India

Govt report flags dependence on coal for energy requirements | Latest News India

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While India’s energy needs are rising rapidly, the supply is still heavily dependent on coal which accounted for nearly 79% of the total in 2023-2024, the Energy Statistics 2025 released on Saturday said. Coal has underpinned the expansion of electricity generation and industry, and remains the largest single fuel in the energy mix, the report said. (AP) Despite a boom in renewable-energy installations, coal production grew by 11.71% in 2023-24, reaching 997.83 million tonnes, up from 893.19 million tonne in the previous year, the report, released by the ministry of statistics and programme implementation, showed. “In the context of rapidly growing economies, especially in densely populated regions like Asia, there is an urgent need to shift towards cleaner energy sources,” the report said. “Coal has underpinned the expansion of electricity generation and industry, and remains the largest single fuel in the energy mix.” According to official projections, India is likely to account for a quarter of the global energy demand in the next two decades. To be sure, the share of the energy sector in …