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The Hindu
3 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Tiruchi Reader's Mail
Blocked storm water drain A blocked storm water drain on Lourdusamy Pillai Street, Ayyappa Nagar, LIC Colony, Tiruchi, has become a constant source of distress for residents in the area. The drain was widened for some distance and heaps of soil has been dumped along the road. The drain has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes posing a health hazard to the residents. Timely action is essential to prevent a potential public health issue. Padmanabhan T, Ayyappa Nagar. Welcome move Tiruchi residents have been waiting for a good bus stand and the process of even identifying a suitable location for the integrated bus terminus took 30 years. They were used to the two bus stands - Central bus stand and Chatram bus stand, which are situated at the very heart of the town. With the expansion of the city and transport facilities the establishment of the IBT at Panjapur is quite welcome. But when it is made operational, it should have all the infrastructure for the travelling public. People could wait for a few more weeks or months for the opening of IBT as they should not be put to much difficulties during the transition period. Tiruchi. Heavy traffic Nowadays it has become worse to travel via the roundabout near the new Kollidam bridge at Tiruvanaikoil due to heavy traffic, especially during peak hours. This important roundabout is situated near the roads leading to the Yatri Niwas, Chennai Highway and Kollidam bridge. Despite many requests, no traffic police personnel are deployed to regulate the traffic. A plea to install an automatic traffic signal has also not been addressed. I request the authorities to look into the menacing problem. R. Barathan, Srirangam. Execute UGD The civic administration should give importance to the execution of underground drainage scheme (UGD) in State Bank Colony, Crawford. The area does not have storm water drains and residents find it difficult to dispose of used water/sewage. During the monsoon the situation turns worse. Engaging sewage collection lorries every month is costly. I request the civic authorities to expedite providing UGD house connections. M. Nagarajan, Crawford. Foul smell While the Corporation plans to set up a park along the banks of Rettai Vaical, residents are not able to walk along the road adjacent to it due to the foul odour. The canal is a source of pollution. Unless it is covered there is no use in spending money on parks. How can people walk or children play alongside such a big and stinking drainage canal? Corporation can plant trees and clean the canal. S. Sivaraman, Srirangam. Use bold font Some specifications printed in Aavin milk sachets such as use-by date, cost of milk and quantity are not bold and clear. Often they are stamped or printed on the seams and are illegible. The particulars should be printed in a bolder font and displayed prominently to enable consumers to check for freshness. R. Shankaran, Kumaran Nagar. Operate special bus It is common to see school students travelling on footboard on buses from No. 1 Tollgate to Chathiram bus stand. I request the TNSTC to operate at least a special bus each for boys and girls in the mornings from No.1 Tollgate to Chathiram bus stand and in the evenings from Chathiram bus stand to No.1 Tollgate. S. Sivakumar, Musiri. Flex boards Tiruchi is flooded with flex boards of various temple festivals, birthday greetings and death announcements. Whenever leaders of ruling party and opposition parties visit, a large number of flex boards is put up. The windy season is ahead and the boards and hoardings could be uprooted. There should be a blanket ban on flex boards in the city. Officials should act prudently in public interest. H. Ghouse Baig, Tiruchi.
Business Insider
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Bybit Announces Title Sponsorship of India Blockchain Tour 2025 to Power India's Web3 Awakening
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 27th, 2025, Chainwire Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, announced its Title Sponsorship of the India Blockchain Tour (IBT) 2025, an ambitious initiative spread across eight cities led by Octaloop that aims to accelerate India's Web3 journey. The tour kicks off in Hyderabad on 28th June and will culminate in Bengaluru on 30th November, with the flagship event, Metamorphosis 2025, set to take place in New Delhi on 27-28 September. Through this strategic collaboration, Bybit reinforces its long-term commitment to the Indian blockchain ecosystem by supporting the country's most significant grassroots crypto outreach campaigns. Designed to bring together policymakers, investors, founders, developers, and blockchain enthusiasts, the India Blockchain Tour 2025 serves as a nationwide platform to showcase local innovation and foster a deeper connection between India's Web3 talent and global projects. Speaking on the partnership, Vikas Gupta, Head of India at Bybit, said, 'India is one of the most dynamic landscapes for blockchain innovation. By partnering with the IBT, we reaffirm our long-term commitment to empowering India's crypto community through education and builder support.' Each IBT stop, spanning across Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Goa, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, and the two-day summit in New Delhi, is designed to deliver high-impact engagements that reflect India's growing relevance in the global blockchain narrative. Fireside chats with global exchange leaders and blockchain founders, policy panels with lawmakers and regulators shaping India's digital asset framework, builder-focused workshops, and startup showcases will form the core of the experience. With immersive brand activations conducted in five Indian Languages, the tour is structured to resonate across geographies and cultures, expanding the conversation well beyond Tier-1 cities. As part of the tour, Vikas Gupta will share his insights on the topic: "From FOMO to Fundamentals: Fixing India's Crypto Literacy Gap". In this session, he will explore the disconnect between India's high crypto adoption and low financial and crypto literacy. He will also highlight Bybit's key initiatives in bridging this gap, including Bybit Learn, community engagement, and university collaborations with blockchain societies at IIT Delhi and IIT Kharagpur, with more institutional partnerships to follow. One of the most anticipated aspects of IBT 2025 is the relocation of Metamorphosis, Octaloop's flagship Web3 summit, after three consecutive editions in Bengaluru; it will be held in New Delhi, promising a platform that blends the energy of grassroots communities with the influence of national policymaking. In addition to its community-building efforts, Bybit recently completed its registration with the Financial Intelligence Unit - India (FIU-IND). As part of this process, Bybit reaffirms its commitment to operating transparently and in accordance with Indian regulations. This milestone further solidifies Bybit's readiness to play a constructive, long-term role in India's digital asset ecosystem. About Bybit Bybit is the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Contact Head of PR Bybit
Barnama
7 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Bitget Powers India Blockchain Tour in Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Mumbai
NEW DELHI, June 26 (Bernama) -- Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has joined the 2025 edition of the India Blockchain Tour (IBT) as the exclusive 'Powered by' partner for the Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai chapters. The collaboration brings a sharper focus to blockchain education and real-world applications across three major cities through curated networking and knowledge-sharing events in the second half of the year. Organized by Octaloop, IBT 2025 will span eight cities and feature key voices across policy, investment, development, and product. Hyderabad (June 28), Ahmedabad (July 13), and Mumbai (August 3) will serve as the core cities supported by Bitget, with each stop designed to bring together a local mix of talent and curiosity. Interactive sessions, product showcases, and discussion forums will create an accessible entry point into blockchain technology and digital assets, particularly for students, developers, and working professionals.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Don't hesitate to submit grievances: Trichy collector
Trichy/Madurai: V Saravanan, who assumed charge as the 146th district collector of Trichy on Wednesday, said he would remain accessible to the public, and people should not hesitate to submit grievances to the district administration for solutions. "We are here to listen to public needs, people can approach revenue department officials. Solutions will be considered, and positive actions shall be taken for long-standing grievances. Patta needs of the public will be prioritized," said Saravanan, the former commissioner of Trichy corporation, at a press conference at the district collectorate. Saravanan is the first IAS officer to have been elevated from corporation commissioner to collector ever since Trichy became a municipal corporation in 1994. He had assumed office as commissioner in Feb 2024. He said the district administration would supervise and ensure the commissioning of ongoing infrastructure projects such as Olympic academy in Thiruverumbur, Kamarajar grand library in TVS tollgate, Srirangam Cauvery bridge, and Periyar integrated vegetable market in Panjapur. Reacting to a question, he said the operations and maintenance of the Panjapur integrated bus terminus (IBT) will be handed over to a private contractor in the next few days. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "Out of the 25 major drinking water projects including nine new schemes sanctioned for the district, 23 have been completed, two more pending works will be expedited. Around 107km-long roads in the city damaged for underground drainage projects have been identified for redevelopment, and roads in other municipalities across the district will also be relaid before the monsoon," the collector added. In Madurai, K J Praveen Kumar, a former corporation commissioner, took charge as district collector on Wednesday. Hailing from Bellari district in Karnataka, he is a 2017 batch IAS officer. He has served as assistant collector (training) in Madurai district, sub-collector in Virudhachalam in Cuddalore district, additional collector (development) in Ramanathapuram district, and regional deputy commissioner (Central) of Greater Chennai Corporation. N O Sukhaputra, a 2017 batch IAS officer who was serving as Tirunelveli corporation commissioner, has been posted as Virudhunagar district collector.
Hindustan Times
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
The Simpsons Marge death: What Season 36 finale shocker means for show's legacy?
The Simpsons officially confirmed the death of Marge Simpson, one of its central characters, in a flash-forward scene from its Season 36 finale, leaving many fans in shock. Here's a look at what this unexpected twist means for the show's legacy. The Simpsons confirms Marge Simpson's death in Season 36 finale(The Simpsons) The latest narrative challenges the traditional 'reset button' style of The Simpsons and shines a light on themes like family bonds – an unusual move for a long-running animated series. What fans need to know is that Marge Simpson's departure offers a new perspective in the evolving storytelling ambition of Springfield's iconic family, according to IBT. The Simpsons gets a new narrative The timeless sitcom structure of The Simpsons has been a staple of the show for more than 30 years. Each episode typically resets the status quo, regardless of past events. But Estranger Things, the Season 36 finale episode, breaks that pattern with a 35-year leap into the future, focusing on the adult lives of Bart and Lisa Simpson. Per the outlet, this shift allows the show to explore 'real consequences and emotional complexity,' with Marge's death serving as its 'emotional fulcrum.' Notably, this is not the first time viewers have witnessed such a dramatic development. In Season 34, fans saw the death of Larry the Barfly, followed by Bart's imagined demise in Season 35. Marge's death is handled with emotional depth. Bart and Lisa are seen confronting their relationship in the aftermath, ultimately growing closer through a heartfelt video from Marge, in which she urges them to stay united despite their differences. The episode has been widely praised by critics for showcasing rare moments of grief and character development in a series known for its satire. Marge's afterlife cameo adds a humorous touch, featuring her being married to Ringo Starr in heaven. Without altering the present-day storyline, the flash-forward opens the door to a more nuanced exploration of characters and themes in future episodes. FAQs: 1. What is The Simpsons about? In simple terms, it is a satirical depiction of day-to-day American life, as seen through the lens of the Simpson family. 2. Where can I watch The Simpsons in the US? Fans can catch the latest episodes on Fox. 3. How many seasons of The Simpsons are there? The show has completed 36 seasons.
