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Time of India
a day ago
- Health
- Time of India
District civil hospital opens without formal inauguration
Nagpur: The district civil hospital at Mankapur has finally opened its doors for patients after an inordinate delay from the state govt over deciding its formal dedication ceremony, which is now said to happen by mid-August. However, the in-patient department (IPD) and the casualty department are yet to become operational, though the wards are fully equipped. The outpatient department (OPD) treatment is available until 2 pm on working days. The state-of-the-art G+2 hospital building was lying unused despite being completely ready for the last two months, although the administrative office has been fully functional for nearly six months. The hospital administration was compelled to shift its physical and medical examination centre to the IGGMCH premises due to construction works there. The civil surgeon's office conducts daily physical examinations for various purposes, such as issuing disability and medical fitness certificates. As these matters pertain to joining employment, availing govt benefits, or academic activities, the examination process cannot remain stalled. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Up to 70% off | Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo Civil Surgeon Dr ND Rathod said that around a week ago, the physical examination centre was shifted to Mankapur district hospital. "We are not sending back any patient as all necessary staff, infrastructure, and equipment are in place. The training has also been conducted in the new setup. All types of treatment are offered right now on an OPD basis," he said. When asked about the formal inauguration ceremony, Dr Rathod said they have already informed their higher-ups, and it is up to them to decide a date. Under phase I, the hospital construction incurred a cost of around Rs45 crore, and it was ready after a delay of 13 years since the project was sanctioned in 2012. The work commenced in 2018 but met several administrative roadblocks besides the Covid lockdown. The hospital construction work missed several deadlines until the final push for completion came after interventions by the high court and elected representatives. An additional Rs15 crore has been sought and sanctioned for the phase II works. A ramp and fire exit are being built in the second phase. This will be made together while the hospital building will now connect with the Critical Care Hospital Block (CCHB) coming under the Prime Minister Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) 2022. The 100-bed CCHB construction at the backside is in an advanced phase. The hospital includes a 40-bed eye hospital block, ready to operate alongside the main facility.
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
NHA informs Senate panel: Construction of all 5 M-6 sections to start at once
ISLAMABAD: Construction work on all five sections of Hyderabad-Sukkur Motorway (M-6) will start simultaneously in this financial year. This was stated by National Highways Authority (NHA) Chairman Muhammad Shehryar Sultan in his presentation to the Senate Standing Committee on Communications. To a query that only Rs15 billion were allocated in the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for M-6, he said this amount is for overall supervision of all five sections of this project. 'Our discussions with multilateral agencies and other investors are in final stages and hopefully by March or April next year, work on all the five sections will start simultaneously,' he remarked. He clarified that that the allocated Rs15 billion could not be spend on one section because the donor agencies do not finance ongoing projects. He said for this 306km long project, the revised Rs363.70 billion cost recommended by the Central Development Working Party (CDWP), whereas, its construction period is 30months. He said sections 1 and 2 to be taken up under Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode. Whereas, discussions held with International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), whereby, the IFC will provide transaction advisory and AIIB to provide the required Viability Gap Fund (VGF). He said fruitful discussions made under the auspices of Economic Affairs Division with OPEC Fund and SFD (Saudi Fund for Development) for taking up jointly Section 3. In parallel, Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has indicated financing of $475 million for 4 and 5 sections. Shehryar Sultan pointed out that request for allowing advance procurement has been discussed with the IsDB and formal approval is being processed. The committee was apprised regarding the possibility of funds availability for the construction of the Sehwan Bypass under the CAREC Tranche-1 Project. The NHA chairman said the PC-1 of the CAREC Tranche-1 Project was approved by ECNEC on 26th July 2017 at a cost of Rs21 billion. Subsequently, the 1st Revised PC-I was approved by ECNEC on 30th December 2024, with an updated cost of Rs29.97billion. For the fiscal year 2025-26, an allocation of Rs1.32 billion. The project is financed by the ADB under loan amounting to $80 million, which is scheduled to close on 31st December 2025. Moreover, M/s DONGIL Engineering (Joint Venture), South Korea, has been engaged as the Design Review and Supervisory Consultant for the project. The committee was informed that Sehwan Bypass cannot be included in the ADB-funded CAREC Tranche-1 project, which is at the closing stage. The revised PC-I has been approved with a completion date of 31st December 2025, and no additional scope can be accommodated. It was noted that ADB approval and policy compliance would be required for any new works, while land acquisition funds are not available. With two sections completed and the third near completion, it was suggested that the Sehwan Bypass be taken up through a separate PC-I in the upcoming PSDP. The committee was briefed by the NHA regarding the flood-affected portion of the Indus Highway, damaged during the Manchar Lake Floods of 2022. It was informed that the segment has been restored as two-lane road. Committee members also referred to the recent Babusar Top incident, questioning why the NHA did not take preventive measures to stop tourists from entering the area despite being aware of the risks. Members pointed out that on the motorways, if a vehicle is found overspeeding, the driver is immediately detained, the family is left behind, and in some cases, rudebehaviour is reported from motorway officials. They questioned why similar strict actions could not be taken to stop tourists from heading towards hazardous areas such asBabusar Top. Furthermore, the committee directed that Motorway Police officials should be instructed to avoid misconduct with the public. In response, the chairman of the committee recommended summoning the IG Motorway Police for a detailed briefing on the matter. The committee sought a comprehensive list of 43 deputationists (BS-16 and above) serving in the National Institute of Health (NIH), including details such as names, designations, qualifications, parent departments, duration of deputation, and number of extensions granted. The NHA chairman informed that out of 20,900 employees, 43 were initially on deputation, now reduced to 39. A member termed the situation alarming, highlighting that as per court directives, deputation should not exceed three years, whereas, several officers at NHA have exceeded this limit. Concerns were raised about irrelevant postings, including MBBS/BDS doctors and officials from NDMA, whose qualifications do not align with NHA's mandate. It was questioned why such non-competitive appointments were made instead of hiring professionals through a merit-based process. Following this, the chairman committee recommended that the detailed discussion will be held in the next meeting. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Prices of perishables surge for 5th week
A surge in prices of perishable commodities in the province has persisted for the fifth consecutive week, coupled with widespread overcharging that has pushed everyday vegetables out of reach for the average consumer. Hardly any vegetable is available below Rs200 per kilogramme, highlighting the severity of the price crisis. Rampant violations of official rate lists continue, showing that a newly formed price control department has failed to make any meaningful impact. This week, the price of live chicken rose by Rs15 per kg to Rs389-403, but sellers charged Rs450-480. Chicken meat was fixed at Rs584 per kg, but sold at Rs 620-670, while boneless chicken fetched Rs1,100-1,100. Potato soft skin A-grade was fixed at Rs80-85 but sold for Rs 140-150; B-grade was set at Rs65-70 and C-grade at Rs55-60, with mixed varieties selling for Rs120-130. Sugar-free A-grade potatoes were fixed at Rs55-60, B-grade at Rs45-50, and C-grade at Rs35-40, though mixed were sold at Rs100-120. Onions remained unchanged officially at Rs45-50 per kg for A-grade, but were sold at Rs80-100. B-grade sold for Rs35-40 and C-grade for Rs26-30, while mixed went for Rs60-70. Tomatoes saw another increase of Rs5 per kg, officially set at Rs86-95 but sold at Rs150-160. B-grade was fixed at Rs75-80 and C-grade at Rs70-75, while mixed quality tomatoes went for Rs120-130. Only one variety of apple was fixed at Rs150-225 but sold at Rs200-350. A-category bananas rose Rs5 per dozen to Rs 92-215 but were sold at Rs 250-300. B-category bananas were fixed at Rs 34-150, sold at Rs200-230, while C-category was fixed at Rs90-100 but sold at Rs150-180. Dates increased by Rs10 to Rs460-490 but sold between Rs900 and Rs2,000. Papaya dropped Rs55 to Rs305-320 but wasn't available in the market. Cantaloupe declined by Rs20 to Rs134-140 but sold at Rs150-200. Peach fell by Rs35, fixed at Rs180-275 but sold at Rs250-400. Mangoes of various types were fixed at Rs150-260 but sold at Rs200-400. Cherry boxes remained at Rs380-400 but weren't available.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Police arrest main accused in abduction & extortion case
Nashik: The city police have arrested Shakir Nasir Pathan, also known as Motha Pathan (35), the alleged mastermind behind the abduction and extortion of a businessman earlier this year in April. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The incident, which occurred on April 4, involved the abduction of businessman Nikhil Daryani from near Kathe Galli in Dwarka area of the city. The suspects subsequently extorted Rs15 lakh from Daryani's brother just a couple of hours later. Daryani was reportedly moved between two different cars during his ordeal. He, however, managed a dramatic escape when the abductors stopped near a car showroom at the Pathardi Phata link road where he opened the door and ran into the showroom. Following his escape, Daryani contacted his brother, leading to an FIR being registered against six individuals at the Mumbai Naka police station. While the other five suspects in the case were previously arrested, Pathan had remained at large. A fortnight ago, the anti-gunda squad of the city police received intelligence that Pathan had moved to the Konkan region from Lonavla. After extensive searches in Pune, Lonavla, and Konkan, police gathered crucial information about the car being used by Pathan and his residence in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, ultimately leading to his arrest. When a team went to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, they received information that Pathan had moved between Sambhajinagar, Chalisgaon, and Malegaon. In a trap laid in Chalisgaon, the police finally managed to trace him and arrested him early on Sunday. He was using the same car that was used for committing the offence. The Mumbai Naka police are investigating the case.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
‘Loom Alert' to fix night accidents caused due to highway hypnosis
1 2 3 4 Nagpur: Despite improved infrastructure and awareness campaigns, fatal accidents on the Samruddhi Expressway continue, especially after dark. Now, a city-based physicist and his student research team have developed an innovative solution they believe could save lives. Named 'Loom Alert', it is a light-based alert system aimed at snapping drivers out of night-time drowsiness and highway hypnosis. The idea struck after a recent crash near Umred, in which four members of the same family were killed as the driver reportedly fell asleep around 7pm. "The pattern was clear, long stretches of unlit road, driver fatigue, and hypnotic monotony," said Sanjay Dhoble, senior faculty at Nagpur University's Department of Physics. "That's when I began working with my students to devise a visual intervention that could re-engage the brain mid-journey. The new system would be installed 50km each on both sides of petrol pumps where there are no lights," he told TOI. Working with MSc Physics student Khushboo Singh and MBA student Namika Shaikh, Dhoble designed a model that introduces a 'light tunnel'. The model includes an illuminated gateway made of LED-lit plastic panels, with peacock motifs and colourful light clusters on either side. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Web Search For YouTube search Search Now Undo by Taboola by Taboola As vehicles approach, drivers encounter a corridor of light and colour — LED trees in red, blue, and green — placed every 10m for 2–5km. "Loom Alert is not just about aesthetics. The sudden change in environment, brightness, and colour pattern triggers the brain out of trance-like states that long, dark highways tend to induce," said Singh. The model has now secured an international patent, and the team is advocating its implementation every 100km along the Samruddhi corridor. Dhoble insists the light-based setup could dramatically reduce hypnosis-induced accidents. "We're not redesigning infrastructure, we're adding a layer of consciousness to existing journeys," he said. He also emphasised the broader responsibility of academic institutions. "A university must serve society through meaningful, applied research. Our students must learn to innovate for real-world problems," Dhoble said, adding that its cost would be around Rs10,000 to Rs15,000. He added that he would be ready to extend all cooperation to the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) officials to install the system, who manage the Samruddhi Highway. University officials, including acting vice-chancellor Madhavi Khode-Chaware, Pro VC Subhash Kondawar, registrar Raju Hiwase, finance officer Harish Paliwal, and Physics Department Head Omprakash Chimankar, congratulated the team. Nagpur: Despite improved infrastructure and awareness campaigns, fatal accidents on the Samruddhi Expressway continue, especially after dark. Now, a city-based physicist and his student research team have developed an innovative solution they believe could save lives. Named 'Loom Alert', it is a light-based alert system aimed at snapping drivers out of night-time drowsiness and highway hypnosis. The idea struck after a recent crash near Umred, in which four members of the same family were killed as the driver reportedly fell asleep around 7pm. "The pattern was clear, long stretches of unlit road, driver fatigue, and hypnotic monotony," said Sanjay Dhoble, senior faculty at Nagpur University's Department of Physics. "That's when I began working with my students to devise a visual intervention that could re-engage the brain mid-journey. The new system would be installed 50km each on both sides of petrol pumps where there are no lights," he told TOI. Working with MSc Physics student Khushboo Singh and MBA student Namika Shaikh, Dhoble designed a model that introduces a 'light tunnel'. The model includes an illuminated gateway made of LED-lit plastic panels, with peacock motifs and colourful light clusters on either side. As vehicles approach, drivers encounter a corridor of light and colour — LED trees in red, blue, and green — placed every 10m for 2–5km. "Loom Alert is not just about aesthetics. The sudden change in environment, brightness, and colour pattern triggers the brain out of trance-like states that long, dark highways tend to induce," said Singh. The model has now secured an international patent, and the team is advocating its implementation every 100km along the Samruddhi corridor. Dhoble insists the light-based setup could dramatically reduce hypnosis-induced accidents. "We're not redesigning infrastructure, we're adding a layer of consciousness to existing journeys," he said. He also emphasised the broader responsibility of academic institutions. "A university must serve society through meaningful, applied research. Our students must learn to innovate for real-world problems," Dhoble said, adding that its cost would be around Rs10,000 to Rs15,000. He added that he would be ready to extend all cooperation to the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) officials to install the system, who manage the Samruddhi Highway. University officials, including acting vice-chancellor Madhavi Khode-Chaware, Pro VC Subhash Kondawar, registrar Raju Hiwase, finance officer Harish Paliwal, and Physics Department Head Omprakash Chimankar, congratulated the team.
