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The Hindu
14 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Flood-like situation in South Bengal as rain, DVC water release raise river levels
Continuous rainfall over the past several days, combined with the release of water by the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), has caused a sharp rise in river levels across several southern districts of West Bengal, leading to flood-like conditions in large parts of the region. Flooding has been reported in Garbeta, Chandrakona, and Ghatal in Paschim Midnapore district, and in areas of Bankura, Hooghly, and Howrah. Several houses, roads, and agricultural fields remain submerged, while rain-fed rivers such as the Silabati have witnessed a marked increase in water levels. In Ghatal, local authorities have introduced boat services to facilitate access to essentials like food and medicines. Relief camps have been set up in the affected districts by the State government, with evacuation and rescue operations underway. Teams from the State Disaster Response Force and the National Disaster Response Force have been deployed to assist. 'We, along with the district administration, are inspecting the shelter homes and rescue operations. Efforts are being made to ensure there is not a single loss of life. We have also conducted a drone survey of the area to identify and quantify the amount of damage caused,' said Dhritiman Sarkar, Superintendent of Police, Paschim Midnapore. Irrigation and Waterways Minister Manas Bhunia stated that the administration is monitoring the situation closely, particularly in Garbeta-I, Garbeta-II, and Chandrakona blocks. 'We have not received any support from the Central government since 2015. They have not given a single paisa… We have been telling the Centre for the last 12 years that the capacity of these dams has gone down. They have not acted on the crisis, and have deprived West Bengal,' Mr. Bhunia said. On its official website, the DVC issued a flood warning on Saturday afternoon regarding the release of 60,000 cusecs of water from Maithon and Panchet dams. Floods of this nature are a recurring problem in South Bengal, causing widespread hardship among farming-dependent communities. Last year, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had termed the floods 'premeditated and man-made,' criticising the DVC for excess water release and the Centre for failing to undertake timely dredging of dams. In the 2025–2026 State budget, the government announced a fresh allocation of ₹500 crore for the Ghatal Master Plan, a comprehensive flood management initiative aimed at improving conditions in the low-lying, flood-prone areas of the region.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
This Father's Day, Himalaya BabyCare celebrates every gentle touch
Himalaya BabyCare , India's baby care brand, has unveiled a new DVC film to mark the occasion of Father's Day. Inspired by the popular Kannada song 'I Love You Appa ', the campaign, titled ' GentleAsDad ' captures the emotional bond between a father and his daughter as she grows from a newborn to a young woman. To resonate deeply with regional audiences, the beloved song has been translated into six languages—Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Marathi, and Bengali, ensuring regional resonance and a deeper emotional connection. The film opens with a powerful visual: a father, now in his 60s, is shown getting ready in front of a mirror and a little girl dressed in wedding attire calls out, ' Appa !' and hands him a photo album. As the pages turn, viewers are taken on an emotional journey through the lens of the father, showcasing quiet, everyday moments of love and care, from applying Baby Massage Oil, Baby Soap and Lotion while playing together —each moment portraying a father's quiet, unwavering presence in his daughter's life. These visual memories, highlighted by the soulful lyrics of 'I Love You Appa ,' portray the father not just as a caregiver and protector but also a constant, gentle presence whose quiet strength shapes a child's every moment. At the heart of this narrative lies Himalaya BabyCare 's science-backed range—Baby Massage Oil, Baby Soap and Baby Lotion featuring seamlessly as part of the shared experiences between father and child. These products, known for their trust and science-backed herbal care, become quiet companions in this journey of parenting, offering support in every moment of affection, growth, and guidance. Speaking on the campaign, Chakravarthi N V, director – BabyCare, Himalaya Wellness Company , said, "Fathers are often the silent pillars of a child's life - gentle, steady, and always present in the background, shaping their child's world through love and protection. With this campaign, we wanted to honour the subtle strength and tenderness that define fatherhood. The song 'I Love You Appa ' carries deep cultural emotion, and through this universally relatable story, we hope to celebrate every dad who plays the role of protector, playmate, guide, and gentle nurturer.' Himanshu Arora, the co- founder of Social Panga said, 'This Father's Day, our campaign celebrates the timeless bond between fathers and daughters, a connection that's deeply personal to me as a father. The song was thoughtfully chosen for its universal emotion, capturing how a daughter will always be her father's 'little girl,' no matter her age. Our goal was to create a campaign that beautifully captures this journey, and to ensure every part of India relates, we've recreated the song in six regional languages. We're proud to have partnered with Himalaya BabyCare, further strengthening their vital role as a leading parenting partner rooted in the values of gentle, natural care' The campaign will be launched across YouTube and Instagram, accompanied by the hashtag #GentleAsDad to encourage viewers to share their own memories and moments with their fathers. Watch the video here:
Business Standard
03-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Wow! Chicken Launches 'Wow Wednesday' Nationwide to Boost Midweek Consumer Delight
NewsVoir New Delhi [India], June 3: What would you do for 8 perfectly crispy, golden fried chicken pieces at just INR369? If your answer is "Kuch Bhi Karenge," then Wow! Chicken's Wow! Wednesday is calling your name! Every Wednesday, Wow! Chicken dishes out an irresistible deal - 8 pieces of their signature fried chicken for only Rs 369. It's a crunchy, juicy, and flavorful escape from the midweek slump - and honestly, a deal that's hard to beat. Whether you're feeding your squad, sharing with family, or indulging solo, this weekday wonder is designed to delight your tastebuds without breaking your wallet. With its DVC tagline "Kuch Bhi Karenge," the brand captures the lengths fried chicken fans are ready to go for this unbeatable offer - skipping chores, dodging meetings, or braving traffic - just to grab their midweek fix. "Wow! Wednesday is our signature weekday celebration. It's all about bringing excitement and incredible value right in the middle of the week," said Murali Krishnan , CMO & Co-Founder, Wow! Momo Foods Pvt. Ltd. . "With our 'Kuch Bhi Karenge' campaign, we've tapped into the fun, crazy love people have for our fried chicken - and this offer reflects that energy perfectly." No codes. No coupons. Just pure fried chicken joy every Wednesday at all Wow! Chicken outlets nationwide. Instagram Link : So this week, skip the boring meals and bring home a bucket full of flavour. Because when the offer's this good, you'd be like "Kuch Bhi Karenge" for it! Available across all Wow! Chicken and Eats outlets and major delivery platforms like Zomato, Swiggy, and Wow! Eats, Download the WOW! EATS App: Wow! Chicken by Wow! Momo is India's own homegrown fried chicken brand, crafted to suit local tastes with bold seasonings, crunch-loaded textures, and generous portions. Focused on quality, value, and delight, Wow! Chicken is redefining the fried chicken experience - one bite at a time.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Jharkhand coal-fired power project LoA by year-end
Kolkata: The letter of award (LoA) for execution of a coal-fired 1,600 MW ultra-supercritical power project in Jharkhand's Chandrapura will likely be issued by the end of 2025. The project is a joint venture between Coal India and Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now State-run power utility DVC and Coal India signed an MoU in April to set up the brownfield project of 2X800 MW power plants — an expansion of the existing Chandrapura thermal power station of 2X250 MW capacity. "We signed a formal agreement with Coal India for this brownfield project, which will be set up on our land. An LoA is likely to be issued by this year-end. Around 38 months will be needed for the completion of construction. The project is expected to be fully commissioned by 2030," DVC chairman S Suresh Kumar said on Friday. A joint venture company would be set up on a 50% equity-sharing basis for the power project, Coal India said in a stock exchange filing on April 21. Total investment for the project would be around Rs 16,500 crore. "DVC and Coal India will together borrow around 70% of the total project cost over a period of time," Kumar said. Coal for the proposed power plants would be sourced from coalfields in proximity with Coal India's subsidiaries — Bharat Coking Coal and Central Coalfields.
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Business Standard
30-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Steel & ferro-alloy industry seeks Bengal CM's help over power tariff hike
Trade associations representing the steel and ferro-alloy sector in West Bengal have appealed to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for urgent intervention against what they describe as an unsustainable rise in electricity tariffs by the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC). They fear the increased power costs could force many units to shut down. In a joint statement, the Damodar Valley Power Consumers Association, the Steel Re-Rolling Mills Association of India, and the West Bengal Sponge Iron Manufacturers Association raised concerns over the revised power rates approved by the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission (WBERC) for DVC consumers. According to them, the base tariff has been fixed at Rs 4.64 per unit for the financial year 2025–26. On top of this, an additional Rs 1.36 per unit is being charged to recover arrears from 2014 to 2020, taking the effective rate to Rs 6 per unit. Further, they alleged that additional charges imposed through the Energy Charge Rate (ECR) and Monthly Variable Cost Adjustment (MVCA) amount to another 50 paise per unit. 'The net chargeable tariff to industries will now be around Rs 6.80 per unit, a 30 per cent increase, which is unaffordable and threatens the survival of our units,' the industry bodies stated in their appeal. They added, 'We are not against paying dues, but request that the Rs 1.36 per unit past arrears be recovered over the next six years to avoid tariff shocks.' Claims of disparity and demand for audit The associations also highlighted what they described as a disparity in tariffs between West Bengal and Jharkhand. They claimed DVC charges consumers in Jharkhand only Rs 4.42 per unit and demanded a forensic audit of the ECR and MVCA components. DVC, however, responded that the average cost of power in Jharkhand is Rs 5.61 per unit. The trade bodies stressed the importance of West Bengal in India's steel ecosystem. 'West Bengal is the second-largest contributor to India's secondary steel production, ferro alloys, pig iron, and pellets, and third in sponge iron output. Collapse of this sector will endanger the livelihoods of lakhs of people,' they warned. DVC rejects allegations DVC refuted the allegations, calling them 'factually inaccurate and selectively presented.' It clarified that electricity tariffs are not set by DVC itself, but by the relevant state regulators—WBERC for West Bengal and JSERC for Jharkhand. The utility explained that tariffs in West Bengal had remained mostly unchanged since 2018–19 due to legal action initiated by the same associations. The Supreme Court dismissed these cases as without merit in 2018, and only recently resolved the matter, instructing that arrears be paid within two months. 'We have complied fully with regulatory and court directions and shown great patience through years of litigation,' DVC said. It noted that it continued supplying power throughout the period, despite rising input costs. DVC also defended the current rates as 'cost-reflective and justified' and said that the WBERC had approved the revised structure. It reiterated that it cannot risk financial instability after a long period of absorbing losses. The utility added that it has proposed the creation of a common regulator to ensure uniform tariffs across states. Industry urges CM's immediate action Calling the situation a crisis, the associations urged Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to step in and facilitate talks between WBERC and DVC.
