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Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
MTC inks pact with firms for launching CNG filling stations
Chennai: In a push towards alternative fuels, the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) has signed agreements with two gas distribution firms — Torrent Gas Chennai Pvt Ltd and THINK Gas — for setting up compressed natural gas (CNG) filling stations at two bus depots. The CNG stations will be established at MTC's existing Ambattur depot and the proposed Varadharajapuram depot along the Outer Ring Road. Torrent Gas will oversee operations in Chennai and Tiruvallur, while THINK Gas will manage the Kancheepuram and Chengalpet regions. MTC plans to convert 240 diesel-run buses into CNG-powered vehicles. Over time, 1,000 additional buses will be converted. "Ambattur was chosen as our first location because it already has a pipeline network. Varadharajapuram, on the other hand, is right along the Outer Ring Road, making it logistically ideal," said T Prabhushankar, managing director of MTC. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai The gas suppliers will handle the construction of the filling stations. THINK Gas's upcoming station in Varadharajapuram will be designed to handle up to 125 buses a day, with a dispensing capacity of 7,000 kg/day, said N T Thirukkumaran, regional head (Kancheepuram), THINK Gas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Moose Approaches Girl At Bus Stop In Sverdlovskaya Oblast - Watch What Happens Happy in Shape Undo However, laying groundwork comes with its own challenges. "Getting local clearances, right of way (RoW) permit, and district administrative approvals are the main challenges," he added. To make the switch financially viable, MTC has arrived at a favourable pricing plan. For the first three years, the fuel will be priced 6% lower than diesel's landed cost, which translates to around 85.2 when diesel is 90.65 a litre. A 4 per unit discount will follow for the rest of the agreement's duration. Torrent Gas did not respond to requests for comment.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NFL star Russell Wilson's wife Ciara finally breaks silence on feud with Rihanna after 14 years
Ciara, the wife of NFL star Russell Wilson, is once again making headlines—this time not for her fashion or music. The singer finally discussed her years-long speculated rivalry with Rihanna on a fresh talk show appearance. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fans have long questioned the conflict between the two worldwide celebrities, but Ciara's recent remarks may have just put all the drama to an end. Russell Wilson's wife Ciara confirms she and Rihanna have moved on from old feud Ciara came on the program June 19, 2025. Live Watch What Happens with host Andy Cohen. The 39-year-old singer was frank and humorous regarding her past with Rihanna. Ciara said, 'Oh my gosh, we were babies. Now we're mamas doing our thing. It's all love.' She confirmed that she and Rihanna talked recently during the Met Gala event held in May 2025. 'We had a good conversation,' she added, explaining that Rihanna is now expecting her third baby. Ciara showed support for all moms, saying, 'CiCi got a lot of love for RiRi.' Years after the 2011 spat started Ciara made remarks about Rihanna while a guest on E! 's Fashion Police show, this amicable moment occurred. Ciara had said Rihanna was 'not the nicest' when they met at a party. Rihanna replied on Twitter back then with a sarcastic post, 'My bad ci, did I 4get to tip u?' Russell Wilson's wife Ciara explains what really happened with Rihanna and why she let go The feud between Ciara and Rihanna may have started with one small comment, but it quickly turned public through back-and-forth posts on Twitter. In the past, Ciara even warned Rihanna online saying, 'Trust me Rhianna u don't want to see me on or off the stage.' Rihanna hit back by tweeting, 'Good luck with bookin that stage u speak of.' Now, more than a decade later, things seem different. Ciara, now a mother and the wife of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson, said it's all behind them. 'We've grown. That was so long ago,' she said during her interview. Fans reacted quickly on social media, many commending Ciara for maturity and candor. Some even hold out hope the two music stars might work together one day. For now, Ciara has made it clear: the beef is over.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Wahan se goli chalegi toh yahan se gola chalega: Modi & Co vow to hit deep inside Pakistan's heartland
Amid escalation between India-Pakistan and the 'ongoing' Operation Sindoor , PM Modi has instructed armed forces that India's response to every action by Pakistan should be more forceful, government sources have revealed. #Operation Sindoor India responds to Pak's ceasefire violation; All that happened India-Pakistan ceasefire reactions: Who said what Punjab's hopes for normalcy dimmed by fresh violations "Following Operation Sindoor, PM told military bullets must be responded to by artillery (Wahan se goli chalegi, toh yahan se gola chalega)," the sources said. As the Indian Armed Forces continue to respond to Pakistan's drone and missile strikes, sources have said that Operation Sindoor, India's military operation in response to the Pahalgam terror attack , has not ended yet. Continue to video 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Moose Approaches Girl At Bus Stop In Jawa Barat - Watch What Happens Happy in Shape Undo Catch all live updates on India-Pakistan here There is a new normal in India's response to cross-border terrorism , they said, referring to the precision strikes and responding to Pakistan's violations at the Line of Control. Live Events Despite initial backchannel engagement to de-escalate, including a contact initiated by the Pakistani Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) with the Indian counterpart on May 10, the understanding was violated within hours. Sources had revealed that India targeted 11 Pakistan airbases. As per the sources, India maintains that it would retaliate forcefully if provoked by Pakistan. Earlier yesterday, India is also said to have noted that any future act of terror will be treated as 'act of war.' Also Read: Jaish-e-Mohammed Headquarters in Pakistan's Bahawalpur hit hardest- Sources The government has said that after the May 7 strikes on terror infrastructure, every action by Pakistan was dealt with firmly. 'If Pakistan fires, India will respond more forcefully,' said the sources. Operation Sindoor, initiated after the Pahalgam attack, is still underway and has included deep strikes inside Pakistani territory, including in Muridke, Bahawalpur, and flattening the Rahim Yar Khan runway. 'On the 9th and 10th, the Pakistanis hit 26 places. We hit them very, very hard—on airbases,' the sources said. India is also said to have conveyed to global interlocutors that it would not tolerate any attempt to equate the victims of terror with its perpetrators. 'Even-handedness will not be tolerated,' the sources added. 'There will be retribution for the Pahalgam terror attack. That was done,' said the sources, affirming the purpose behind Operation Sindoor. 'We will hit you, and we will hit you in your heartland. We haven't lost sight of everybody who was involved in terrorism in India.' India clarified that there are no talks happening at the National Security Adviser (NSA) level. 'India NSA, Pakistan NSA talking is completely untrue. Only one talking will happen, that is DGMO to DGMO,' said the sources. It was the Pakistani DGMO who requested for a ceasefire dialogue at 1 PM on Saturday, and the talks were held at 3:35 PM with the Indian DGMO. Officials said this outreach resembled Pakistan's past post-conflict behaviour. 'Pakistani did what they did after Kargil. After taking the hit, going to Americans,' they said, commenting on the U.S. role. India has also intensified its diplomatic campaign. 'After the Pahalgam attack, we told the international community, that we will hit terror targets in Pakistan,' they said. A meeting of the UN's 1267 Sanctions Committee is expected next week, and India plans to present evidence of Pakistan's support to terrorism. 'The rest of the world has eyes. We will bring every piece of evidence,' the sources added. On the Indus Waters Treaty , the government said it will remain in abeyance until cross-border terrorism ends. 'When we build it, we will take you there... and keep your bags ready,' said a source, referring to dam construction projects. 'The only talking we have to do with Pakistan is about handing over PoK and the terrorists responsible for attacks in India,' sources said. They added that India's position is non-negotiable and no other dialogue is on the table.
