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Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 set to launch on August 3? Here's what we know so far
Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 is generating significant buzz as its anticipated launch date of August 3 approaches. Hosted by Mohanlal, the season might introduce a commoner vs. celebrity format, adding a fresh dynamic. While the official contestant list remains secret, names like Renu Sudhi and Akbar Khan are rumored, and the set in Chennai is undergoing a complete revamp. The excitement around Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 is reaching a fever pitch, as fans gear up for yet another thrilling edition of the reality show. With the first official teaser featuring superstar host Mohanlal already out, social media is abuzz with speculation, predictions, and unconfirmed updates about the upcoming season. According to sources close to the production, the grand launch of Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 is likely to take place on August 3. While an official confirmation is still awaited from the channel, the date is being widely circulated among industry insiders and fan groups. This season may come with a fresh twist. Reports suggest that Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 could feature a commoner vs celebrity format, bringing together participants from all walks of life. While there are no official confirmations on this yet, the auditions for commoner contestants are already underway, and the final selection process for celebrity contestants is nearing completion. As with previous seasons, the set is being constructed in Chennai, and work is reportedly progressing at a rapid pace. The production team is ensuring that the house is revamped with a brand-new theme and layout, which is expected to be revealed in an upcoming promotional video within the next few days. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia acima de 100? Ele usou isso Saúde Nacional Undo While the official list of housemates remains under wraps, several names have started doing the rounds on social media. Renu Sudhi, Anumol, Akbar Khan , and Jasi Ashi are among the rumored contestants who might be stepping into the Bigg Boss house this season. However, fans will have to wait for the official launch to see who makes the final cut. The release of the teaser has already set the tone for the upcoming season. Mohanlal's return as host has once again ignited excitement among viewers, who eagerly await his signature style, charm, and one-liners that have become an integral part of the show.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Residents storm M-east ward office in protest against hospital privatisation
MUMBAI: On Monday, around 200 residents and activists marched from Samvidhan Chowk in Lallubhai Compound to the M-East ward office, protesting the proposed privatisation of two newly constructed civic hospitals. Residents see the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model as the final blow after years of inadequate public healthcare. 'There were times when pregnant women and infants were referred from one hospital to another at the risk of their lives due to a shortage of resources at the nearest hospital,' said Ajma Sheikh, a Maharashtra Nagar resident for 15 years. ' The point is to strengthen existing services,' she added. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The M-East ward faces a high burden of tuberculosis, malnutrition, and respiratory illnesses. Of its 8 lakh residents—mostly project-affected families of daily wage workers—only Shatabdi Hospital in Shivaji Nagar, with 220 beds, is functional. Its 10-bed ICU was shut for months. Since May, BMC tried to hand over the newly built 580-bed teaching hospital on the Shatabdi campus under PPP. Due to insufficient bids, tenders were repeatedly extended. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia acima de 100? Ele usou isso Saúde Nacional Undo The same applies to Lallubhai Compound Hospital, which took a decade to build and remains unused. Under the proposed PPP, BMC plans to run only 150 of 410 beds there. Among the protesters was former Mumbai Mayor Nirmala Samant-Prabhavalkar. 'As per the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888, and the 74th Constitutional Amendment, it is BMC's legal duty to provide public healthcare. As one of the richest civic bodies in the country, it can fulfil this responsibility,' she said. She is part of a coalition of 25 political and civil society groups, including Jan Swasthya Abhiyan, under the 'Aspatal Bachao, Niji Karan Hatao' campaign. Their six demands include filling all healthcare vacancies and holding monthly public health reviews with residents. Dr Chandrakant Pawar, Chief Medical Superintendent of peripheral hospitals, was unavailable for comment. M-East Ward MOH Dr Pradeep Kashale said, 'We've heard their demands, but these are policy decisions. I'm trying to arrange a meeting between the protesters, Dr Pawar, and the DMC Health.'
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Sagittarius Daily Horoscope Today, July 08, 2025: Learn from delays and move forward
Today may feel slower than you expected, but that is not a problem. Delays are not here to block your path; they are here to teach you something. If plans are postponed or outcomes are uncertain, look deeper. There is a hidden wisdom in this pause. Instead of getting frustrated, reflect. Take this time to adjust, prepare or observe something you missed. You are still moving forward, just not in the way you imagined. Sagittarius Love Horoscope Today In love, patience brings new understanding. If in a relationship, you may face a delay in plans or communication. Do not let this create doubt. Maybe the timing is asking you both to slow down and listen better. Avoid pushing for answers. Let love breathe. If single, a connection may feel close but unclear. Use this pause to check your emotions. Do you truly want what you are chasing? When you stop chasing and start understanding, love will show its real face. Sagittarius Career Horoscope Today Work may bring small setbacks or rescheduling today, but do not panic. The universe is asking you to strengthen your foundation. Maybe your project needs one more check or your plan needs better alignment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia acima de 100? Ele usou isso Saúde Nacional Undo Take this chance to refine your idea. If you feel stuck, reach out to a colleague or mentor for a second opinion. A delay is not rejection, it is redirection. Trust that your efforts are not wasted. Your next step will be stronger because of today's lesson. Sagittarius Money Horoscope Today Financial progress may be slower than expected. A payment might be late or an expense may come unexpectedly. This is not failure, but a test of planning. Use this time to review your financial habits. Check your spending and savings again. You may realise that you were ignoring some small detail. Avoid lending or borrowing today unless necessary. Do not take financial decisions in frustration. Wait for clarity. This delay is protecting you from making a rushed money move. Sagittarius Health Horoscope Today Health may feel slightly low today, especially due to tension or overthinking. You might experience tiredness in your eyes or heaviness in the legs. Avoid rushing from one task to another. Eat slowly, rest between tasks and stay hydrated. Herbal teas like chamomile or tulsi can help calm your system. A warm bath or short nap will also help. Today's delay is asking you to recharge, not to give up. Discover everything about astrology at the Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Why Germany struggles to attract African skilled workers
AI- Generated Image Grace Ochieng (not her real name) began the visa application process a year ago to come study in Germany. "And then the insanity with the visa started," she tells DW. She already spoke German but that did not help the 26-year-old Kenyan navigate the maze of German bureaucracy. Despite holding a scholarship for her studies in International Relations, a student job confirmed and a thick folder full of documents, it took two months for her to get the necessary visa. "It should not be this way. It took an enormous toll on me and the start of my studies. Because of the visa process, some people don't make it here," she said. Grace's friend meanwhile ran into even bigger hurdles: her visa for a semester abroad got stuck in a bureaucratic quagmire until half of that semester was already gone — and with it the chance to study in Germany. "It's not so much the visa process that is so exhausting," Grace tells DW. "It's mostly the communication. When you call the German embassy, they don't answer. When you write emails, they don't reply. You're constantly holding your breath because you never know if they are going to say 'yes' or 'no.'" Opportunities for foreign skilled workers behind red tape Grace is not alone in her uphill battle against Germany's red-tape for foreigners: Teresia Träutlein came to Germany in 2007 as an au-pair. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia acima de 100? Insira essa fruta na sua dieta Saúde Nacional Undo Back then, she didn't only have to put up with fighting with bureaucratic issues but also the language itself. In the end, these experiences would however end up helping the trained nurse in the future: Träutlein now runs a care service agency near Heidelberg along with her husband. They employ over 20 African care workers and trainees. "We are currently helping a group from Kenya come to Germany. We're stuck because of the bureaucracy involved for getting the visa," she told DW. In her experience, the notarization process takes unduly long. Cultural integration and a lack of housing once people get to Germany are also major challenges along the way. Hundreds of thousands of immigrants needed each year N evertheless, Germany still needs between 288,000 and 400,000 foreign skilled workers to move there yearly, according to a 2024 study by the Bertelsmann Institute based on estimates from Germany's Institute for Employment Research (IAB). Without this rate of immigration, Germany faces a significant worker shortage by 2040, which would have considerable negative impacts on economic growth and international competitiveness. In April 2025, the Federal Employment Agency reported around 646,000 job vacancies, primarily in Information Technology, healthcare and education. But most of those positions are yet to be filled. Germany wants foreign workers – or does it? Since June 2024, Germany has been issuing the so-called Opportunity Card. This is a visa designed to allow skilled workers from non-European Union states to come in Germany without an existing work contract, and seek employment from scratch. The prerequisites include at least two years of vocational training or a university degree as well as basic German or English language skills. It builds on a points-based system that also evaluates professional experience, age and skills needed in Germany. Since 2025, the German Foreign Office's reveamped Consular Services Portal allows skilled foreign workers to apply online for a visa. The portal is supposed make the process faster and more efficient by simplifying the application process for different visa categories, including the Opportunity Card. Former Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said: "We are using language skills, qualifications and experience, to attract motivated and talented people to Germany." However, most applicants find that the portal is still too slow. Migration deals with Africa amid high rejection rates Germany also signed a migration deal with Kenya in 2024 to attract skilled workers, especially in nursing and hospitality. Former Chancellor Olaf Scholz said at the time of the signing that Kenya had an "unbelievable number of IT experts" who would benefit from training in Germany. Kenya is so far the only African country with which Germany has managed to reach such a migration deal – but as of late 2024, only 90 Kenyan nursing workers had come to Germany using this route. Once again, the bureaucracy involved has been the chief deterrent for many qualified applicants. At the same time, a sizable portion of visa applications under the deal have been rejected amid an overall high rejection rate of sub-Saharan visa applicants to Germany. Clara Bünger of the The Left Party raised this issue in the Bundestag, in April 2025, highlighting that in 2022, over 3,400 of 7,914 student visa applications from Nigeria, and 1,972 from 8,150 from Ghana, were denied. 'Opportunity Card for some' In 2022, Germany granted a total 50,815 visas to all Africans, of which 20,545 (40%) were for intended for employment purposes, including academics, highly skilled workers, interns, au pairs and volunteers. But from Sub-Saharan Africa along, only 22,668 visas were issued, of which 7,966 (35%) were for employment. "The visa is the biggest problem," Khadi Camara from the German-African Business Association told DW. "The Opportunity Card is only an Opportunity Card for some people. One first has to fulfill the prerequisites. These are criteria that do not necessarily matter to employers, but do matter to the federal government." Just getting the necessary documents required for a visa can also be problematic. "German officials want original documents, which sometimes is just not possible. Then applicants need to prove how self-sufficient they are. And even if the would-be employers cover the applicant's costs, sometimes even that is not considered enough." A new home in the heart of Europe? Some meanwhile have repeatedly questioned whether Germany has what it takes to become and attractive destination for skilled workers. "It's very relevant to consider the political climate in Germany, not only taking into account how eager the government is to bring people here but also whether Germany can indeeed become a new home for Kenyans, Ghanaians, Sierra Leonians or South Africans," Camara said, adding that "we cannot ignore racism. The German government needs to take a clear position that people are welcome here." For Camara, that also includes removing language barriers: "In other countries, one does not have to fulfil certain language requirements and that's probably why those countries are more attractive. Last year, Christian Lindner [Germany's then-Finance Minister] was in Ghana at a university there, and asked who would want to come work in Germany. No one raised their hand." Teresia Träutlein and Grace Ochieng however say that in their experience, speaking German has proven to be quite necessary to lead a fully integrated life in Germany. Träutlein adds: "If the government wants to attract skilled workers to Germany, then it needs to support German language training abroad. Without the language, one does not get very far here." German economy calls for solutions Camara says Germany has to realize that it is, in fact, competing for skilled workers against other players: "Global alliances are breaking down as we speak, and so we have to look for new partners. Many of them are on the African continent." For German companies like Teresia Träutlein's agency, the most important thing is that bureaucratic hurdles be removed. She and her husband are trying to simplify the process to bring over new employees from Kenya and have decided to start building a private language and nursing school there. "We are a small company but we have one goal: to combat unemployment in Kenya and bring these workers we need to Germany," she said. According to Träutlein, the immigration of skilled workers to Germany is ultimately a "win-win situation for everyone involved" — as long as the processes involved in making the cut improve significantly.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
MP Jagadish Shettar expresses concern over delay in sewage treatment plant
Belagavi: The construction of a sewage treatment plant on the borders of Halaga village in Belagavi taluk has been stalled since 2023. Belagavi MP Jagadish Shettar expressed displeasure that the work has not resumed even after three years. He said that a letter was written to chief minister Siddaramaiah and urban development minister Byrati Suresh, requesting them to take up the work and complete it soon. In a release to the media, Shettar said that the lands for the proposed sewage treatment plant work were acquired on Feb 28, 2013. However, since the new Land Acquisition Act came into effect a few days later, the landowners did not receive the maximum compensation they could receive under the new Land Acquisition Act 2013. He recalled that the deputy commissioner already sent a proposal to the secretary of the urban development department regarding the provision of a higher compensation amount or ex gratia/compensation money for acquired lands, keeping in mind the interests of the farmers. "Belagavi is a fast-growing city, but the work of setting up a sewage water treatment plant here is being delayed. In several areas of Belagavi city, sewage water is flowing on the road," he said, expressing concern that the stench emanating from this is very difficult to bear for lakhs of residents. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia acima de 100? Tente esse truque antes de dormir Saúde Nacional Undo This sewage treatment plant project, which is being implemented at an estimated cost of Rs 162.7 crore under the central govt's Amrut scheme and was stalled for many years, needs to be implemented. A higher compensation amount or ex-gratia special compensation money for acquired lands should be given to the farmers. He requested the state govt to take immediate action in this regard and complete the stalled work as soon as possible.
