Mumbai mayor’s office Rs 25L social media contract, awarded without tender, deferred by BMC

The BMC standing committee deferred a controversial Rs 25.12 lakh contract for social media handling. This contract was for the mayor’s office and was awarded to Runtime Solutions Pvt Ltd. No tender process was implemented for this one-year extension of services. Mayor Tawde expressed displeasure and requested advance notification for proposals concerning her office. The…

Army veterans miffed over woman’s ‘We are Gen Z’ remark: ‘Soldiers pay taxes before they get paid’

Retired army commanders criticized a tourist’s remarks about soldiers’ duties in Ladakh. The tourist questioned restrictions at a checkpoint, which caused significant backlash. Veterans emphasized soldiers’ sacrifices and the reasons for security measures. They stated that tourists visit protected areas due to soldiers’ vigilance. The incident highlighted differing perspectives on military service and public respect.