The Nandanam, T Nagar, and Teynampet areas in Chennai are facing serious flood threats this monsoon due to a clogged and sewage-laden canal. Encroachments and uncleared shrubs have reduced the canal’s capacity, and sewage and garbage are being dumped into it, further narrowing the passage. The Greater Chennai Corporation has cleared parts of the canal…
The Greater Chennai Corporation has halted the restoration of the MGR canal, leading to potential floods in low-lying areas of KK Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Jafferkhanpet, and MGR Nagar. The Chennai Rivers Restoration Trust has not released funds for the project, which aimed to improve floodwater drainage by deepening the canal and building a retaining wall….
The University of Mumbai’s Garware Institute of Career Education and Development (GICED) has partnered with the Institute of Risk Management (IRM) to offer a Global Level 1 Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Course as a 2-credit open elective virtual course. This collaboration aims to equip students with essential risk management skills that are crucial in today’s…
A recent study has highlighted the higher prevalence of tuberculosis among healthcare workers in India compared to the general population. Tuberculosis remains a significant occupational hazard in healthcare settings due to airborne transmission. The study emphasized the need for stringent infection control measures, including consistent use of personal protective equipment. Factors contributing to high TB…