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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
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SP corporator plants paddy in potholes on Lucknow road
1 2 Lucknow: In an innovative protest, Samajwadi Party corporator Mohammad Shakir planted paddy in the water-filled potholes on the Kanhaiya Madhopur–Faridipur Road in Lucknow, bringing attention to the pressing issue of the city' poor road conditions. The road, which connects several localities and is used daily by nearly 5,000 residents, has been crying for attention for years, with huge potholes and waterlogged stretches. Locals claimed Rs 2.5–3 crore was sanctioned for the area's development, but the road was never repaired. With the onset of the monsoon, deep potholes turned into waterlogged pits, making the stretch unsafe for commuters. Residents complained of frequent accidents and daily inconvenience, echoing their frustration. "This problem has been here for seven years. Every rainy season, the road turns into a pond, and we risk our lives on it," said Manoj Kumar, a daily commuter. Another local, Shabana Begum, said, "We were told money was sanctioned, but nothing happened. Children going to school and people on two-wheelers are the worst affected." Stating that multiple appeals to the municipal corporation have gone unanswered, the corporator said: "When the govt and the municipal corporation are unable to repair the road, why should the public not change its use and make it a farm? At least the public will get some benefit." A senior LMC official said, "The budget has been allotted for the road construction in the areas facing these issues. Soon, the work will commence as the road construction cycle will start after the monsoon season ends." Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Vermicelli, attar, ethnic wear fly off shelves as markets see festive rush ahead of Eid
1 2 Kolkata: Markets across the city remained open till midnight ahead of Eid-ul-Zuha on Saturday as shoppers flocked to bazaars for last-minute festival purchases. Key trading hubs, including Zakaria Street, New Market, Entally and Rabindra Sarani, reported brisk business in traditional food, clothing and accessories. On Zakaria Street, demand for traditional food items, such as vermicelli, lachha and the golden and flaky khasta kachoris, which mark the Eid mornings, has surged since the last weekend. "Vermicelli or seviyan is a staple on Eid. Almost every family makes one variation or the other of it and garnishes it with milk and dry fruit," said Mohammad Shakir, who set up a stall at the Eid Market near Nakhoda mosque. "I usually sell caps, handkerchieves and towels, but before Eids, I shift to vermicelli and lachha, given the high demand," said Shakir as he weighed yet another packet. "Lachha sales are up by 30%. People are buying for their homes and to gift others. We stayed open till midnight this week." Families trooped down to New Market to buy biryani masala, spices besides decorative items and festive wear. "Unlike Eid-ul-Fitr, when the focus is on clothes, this Eid is more about food —dry fruit, varieties of rice, spices," said Abid Rahman, a spice vendor in the New Market area. "Our special biryani masala has been in huge demand." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Boots is giving free 75-minute hearing checks in Newham. Boots Hearingcare Undo Bangles, attar bottles and embellished handbags are among the top-selling accessories, especially among younger shoppers, preparing for Eid gatherings. Dry fruits, used in several dishes, desserts and also as gifts, flew off shelves. Retailers across the city had placed extra orders with wholesalers to meet the demand. Klassic Kurta on Rabindra Sarani saw a demand for men's ethnic wear. "Our footfall doubled since the first week of June," said Imran Rizvi, an employee. "There's a preference for cotton kurtas in white and pastel. Men are spending more on clothes this time." Special Eid prayers will be held on Red Road and mosques. "Mosques and community grounds are being readied as lakhs of people in the city and outskirts will perform prayers in the morning," said Arif Hussain, Imam in a central Kolkata mosque. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
