Principal Correspondent with @timesofindia. Writing on Health, Lifestyle, Culture, Food, Animal Welfare. Formerly with @IndianExpress, @mid_day, @sakaltimes
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30 to 80+ days over safe limits in just 3 months. That’s what PM2.5 & PM10 data across parts of #Pune shows for Jan–Mar 2026.
This explains why the city saw 0 ‘Good’ #airquality days during this period.
🧵A quick thread on what this means. @PMCPune@sushmadate@HarshadOak
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#AirPollution in Pune isn’t the same everywhere.
Data from 7 air quality monitors shows clear variation. Some areas stay closer to safer levels while others face repeated high exposure.
Your location within #Pune plays a big role in what you breathe daily. @ThePuneMirror
14 yr old Aanal from Rajkot, scored 94% in her 9th exams. Despite using torch to study as MPS 1 has weakened her eye sight. Her condition is deteriorating each day. Medicines cost Rs 12 lakh/month. 50 such children need urgent funds #RareDiseaseDay2025
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Deeply saddened by the passing of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV. He was a visionary, who dedicated his life to service and spirituality. His contributions in areas like health, education, rural development and women empowerment will continue to inspire several people. I will always cherish my interactions with him. My heartfelt condolences to his family and the millions of followers and admirers across the world.
Patriarchy has deep roots in our minds, which fuel gender imbalances. TOI's initiative, #CancelPatriarchy, urges you to reflect on unconscious contributions to it. How have you broken free from patriarchal norms? Share in the comments!
#TOI#BreakTheCycle#InspirationForChange
It's time to recognize everyday actions that keep patriarchy alive. From chores to career expectations, many of our choices are shaped by deep-rooted norms. Let’s cancel these norms and create a world of equality.
#CancelPatriarchy#BreakTheCycle#TheTimesofIndia
Patriarchy is prevalent at home and workplaces. It’s time to widen our perspective when assigning opportunities. Let’s create spaces where everyone has a fair shot at success.
#CancelPatriarchy#TOI
@letsblinkit how can you be so lax about this complaint? @PuneCityPolice@CPPuneCity how can women be safe when people like this come up to their doorstep to flash them. This is unacceptable and I hope action is taken.
@letsblinkit@blinkitcares@deepigoyal My fiancée experienced a distressing incident today. She attempted to report it through the app, but they keep closing the chats. I've attached a video of the confrontation. No reply on her twitter #Pune
Jowar prices have come down by Rs 15-30 per kg due to the excessive arrival of Jowar in the APMC market of Pune. One kg of Jowar is sold in the range of Rs 40 to Rs 55 against last year's Rs 55 to Rs 70 in the wholesale markets.