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The Hindu
15 hours ago
- The Hindu
HC dismisses plea to release person arrested under Preventive Detention Act-1986
The Telangana High Court dismissed a writ petition filed by a woman Dharavath Laxmi of Warangal district seeking a direction to free her husband Dharavath Dhanisingh who had been arrested under the provisions of the Telangana Prohibition Act-1995 and Telangana Preventive Detention Act-1986. A bench of Justices Moushumi Bhattacharya and B.R. Madhusudhan Rao said in its verdict that it did 'not find any reason to interfere with the impugned Preventive Detention order issued by the authorities on November 25 following which the petitioner's husband was lodged in prison'. Mr. Dhanisingh was accused of indulging in making and selling Illicitly Distilled Liquor (IDL). He was arrested more than three times while possessing IDL. Eventually, the Warangal District Collector passed an order for his detention leading to his arrest. Challenging this, his wife approached the HC. While dismissing the plea, the bench, however, said the arrested person cannot be kept in prison for an indefinite period on the pretext of ongoing investigation. 'The authorities concerned should ensure that the justice system is activated and sustained to conclude the investigation as expeditiously as possible and preferably by December 31, 2025,' the bench said.
USA Today
20-05-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Contract details for Indianapolis Colts' sixth-round pick IDL Tim Smith
Contract details for Indianapolis Colts' sixth-round pick IDL Tim Smith Here is a look at the contract details for Indianapolis Colts' sixth-round pick IDL Tim Smith. Prior to rookie minicamp, the Indianapolis Colts agreed to contract terms with Alabama defensive tackle Tim Smith, who was taken in the sixth round of this year's draft. Over the Cap now has those contract details. When it comes to rookie deals, the rookie wage scale sets the parameters, based on where the player was drafted, that puts in place a ceiling and a floor for how much each draft pick can earn over their standard four-year contract. For a more detailed look at the rookie wage scale, click here. For Smith, who was the 190th overall pick, his total contract value over the four-year deal is $4.434 million, and it includes a $234,360 signing bonus. From a cap perspective, that signing bonus amount will be prorated over the four years of the contract, in the form of a $58,590 cap hit each year. In Year 1, Smith will earn a base salary of $840,000. In Year 2, it increases to $1.005 million, followed by $1.120 million in Year 3, and $1.235 million in Year 4. Tim Smith's salary cap hits each year with Indianapolis Colts 2025: $898,590 $898,590 2026: $1.063 million $1.063 million 2027: $1.178 million $1.178 million 2028: $1.293 million At Alabama, Smith was a steady rotational presence along the defensive front for four seasons, with his greatest impact coming against the run. With the Colts, he can hopefully help elevate the depth and competition on the depth chart behind DeForest Buckner and Grover Stewart--something that is very much needed after last season. Smith could potentially carve out an early rotational role along the Colts' defensive front, and he's someone who can provide defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo with some added flexibility because of his ability to line up across multiple gaps. 'I think what's unique about him is his ability to play blocks," said assistant director of college scouting Jamie Moore said via the Indy Star. "It's something that (defensive coordinator) Lou (Anarumo) talked about when he got here, explaining how this defense is going to operate up front. Lou likes versatility. "Tim has very heavy hands. He's got knockback. If anybody has ever studied a Nick Saban defense, you understand that you better know how to play with your hands. He can play square to the line of scrimmage, he's a really good run defender.'
Indian Express
16-05-2025
- Science
- Indian Express
International Day of Light 2025: Why is it celebrated on May 16? Know history, theme, and significance
International Day of Light 2025: On May 16, the United Nations celebrates International Day of Light (IDL), an annual global movement to increase awareness of the essential role that light-based technologies play in everyday life and commemorate the anniversary of physicist and engineer Theodore Maiman's first successful laser operation in 1960. The IDL emphasises the role of such technologies in science, technology, art, and culture, thereby contributing to UNESCO's goal of education, equality, and peace. In 2025, it's being celebrated on Friday, May 16, under the theme 'Light, Innovation, Society.' 'The laser is a perfect example of how a scientific discovery can yield revolutionary benefits to society in communications, healthcare and many other fields,' according to the website. The United Nations declared 2015 the International Year of Light and Light-based Technologies (IYL 2015) to enhance global awareness of the achievements of light research and its uses. The event facilitated connections and collaborations between policymakers, industry leaders, scientists, artists, social companies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and the general public. Following the success of IYL 2015, Ghana, Mexico, New Zealand and Russia placed a resolution before the UNESCO Executive Board supporting the idea of an International Day of Light, which was adopted on September 19, 2016, at the Board's 200th session at the UNESCO HQ in Paris, France, with the first IDL held on May 16, 2018. Celebration offers various sectors of society worldwide the opportunity to engage in activities that showcase how science, technology, art, and culture can contribute to achieving the goals of UNESCO. These goals include establishing the groundwork for peaceful societies. The event allows people from all walks of life globally to participate in events that demonstrate how science, technology, art, and culture can help UNESCO achieve its objectives. These objectives include establishing the foundation for peaceful civilisations. In essence, the International Day of Light is an opportunity to promote awareness about the critical role that light plays in our lives while also emphasising its importance in changing our world and inspiring future advancements, in addition to, seeking to foster scientific collaboration and investigate the potential of light-based technologies for promoting peace and sustainable development.
USA Today
02-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Indianapolis Colts' scout on what makes draft pick Tim Smith 'unique'
Indianapolis Colts' scout on what makes draft pick Tim Smith 'unique' The Indianapolis Colts' assistant director of college scouting weighed in on what makes IDL Tim Smith a "unique" player. With one of their two sixth-round draft picks, the Indianapolis Colts selected Alabama defensive tackle Tim Smith. So what was it about Smith's game that made him "unique" and helped him stand out at that stage of the NFL draft? 'I think what's unique about him is his ability to play blocks," said assistant director of college scouting Jamie Moore via the Indy Star. "It's something that (defensive coordinator) Lou (Anarumo) talked about when he got here, explaining how this defense is going to operate up front." Smith was a steady presence along the Alabama defensive front for the last four seasons. If you go and look at Smith's stat lines, they aren't going to leap off the page, especially when it comes to generating quarterback pressures and sacks. Last season, according to PFF, Smith finished the year with 11 pressures and two sacks. However, getting after the quarterback isn't what Smith was always asked to do either. He's been at his best in the run game. The dirty work that can come with being a stout run defender in the middle isn't always going to be easily recognizable. But when an interior defender his creating push, taking up space, and occupying blockers, every defender around that player benefits. In addition to Smith's contributions in the run game, he brings versatility as well, which is an important element of playing along the defensive front in Lou Anarumo's scheme. At Alabama this past season, we routinely saw Smith lining up across multiple gaps depending on the down-and-distance and the opponent. "Lou likes versatility," Moore added. "Tim has very heavy hands. He's got knockback. If anybody has ever studied a Nick Saban defense, you understand that you better know how to play with your hands. He can play square to the line of scrimmage, he's a really good run defender.' After releasing Raekwon Davis earlier this offseason, Smith can potentially step into that backup run defender-first role behind Grover Stewart. One area where the Colts' defensive front has to improve this season is in the level of play behind Stewart and Buckner. Too often last season, opposing offenses feasted when those two weren't on the field. At such a heavily rotated position like defensive tackle, depth is crucial.
USA Today
26-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
What draft experts said about new Packers defensive tackle Warren Brinson
What draft experts said about new Packers defensive tackle Warren Brinson The Green Bay Packers waited until the sixth round to draft a defensive tackle—selecting Georgia's Warren Brinson with the 198th pick. Brinson is the fifth former Bulldog defender drafted by general manager Brian Gutekunst since 2021. In five seasons at Georgia, Brinson recorded 71 tackles, 14 tackles for loss, and six sacks. Brinson is a good athlete for his size (6-5, 315), with a Relative Athletic Score of 8.99. On the field, he is a penetrating defensive tackle due to his ability to get up the field quickly and make plays in the backfield. The Packers need a true run-stuffing nose tackle after letting TJ Slaton walk in free agency, but Brinson may not have the power to take on double teams consistently. After Green Bay's defensive line underperformed in 2024, Brinson should get an opportunity to compete for snaps. Here's what prominent draft analysts had to say about Brinson during the pre-draft process: Dane Brugler, The Athletic (draft guide) A part-time starter at Georgia, Brinson played across the defensive line in head coach Kirby Smart's hybrid fronts, lining up at the 4i-technique, sliding down to the nose in bear looks and aligning everywhere in between. His defensive snap count increased each of his five seasons in Athens, and he put steady play on tape — despite a stat sheet that won't draw the eye. Brinson is fairly stout against the run and works to keep his arms locked out to find the ball and create stuffs. He has explosive moments when he is given the freedom to pursue the pocket, but he'll need to be better with his hands and overall rush plan to get NFL blockers off balance. Overall, Brinson flashes NFL-level play with his ability to get off blocks and force his way through gaps, but excitement over his talent needs to be tempered by his sporadic impact. He offers intriguing tools in an NFL-ready body. Lance Zierlein, Brinson is the best version of himself when he's allowed to get up the field and make things happen. He gets upfield with purpose and pad level. He can get skinny, swim and rip his way into gaps to disturb the run design and compromise the quarterback's pocket. He has adequate strength at the point but won't control blockers or beat back double teams at a high enough rate when runs come downhill at him. Brinson's rush talent and disruptive qualities should fit one-gapping defenses looking for a rotational piece to create chaos inside. The Draft Network Warren Brinson is a part of a deep and talented rotation at Georgia. During his career, Brinson has built out a role as a player who has his most disruptive as an IDL who is an upfield disruptor. Brinson has a quick first step and appears to be a fluid mover, which serves as the foundation for Brinson to be successful in both the run game and as a pass rusher. Against the run, Brinson is an above-average athlete for the IDL position. At the snap, Brinson can quickly get into gaps and work upfield to be disruptive. On plays where Brinson can get upfield, he can create negative plays for the offensive and disrupt the structure of plays. Brinson uses a rip move or quick arm-over to combat offensive linemen who are trying to get hands on him in the run game. Brinson has the length and frame to be kicked out to a true hand-in-the-dirt DE position on higher percentage run downs. Brinson also has the athleticism and motor to chase plays down backside and make an impact and the motor to run down ball-carriers who are 10-plus yards down the field. As a pass rusher, Brinson can use his athleticism to attack the edges of interior offensive linemen and dictate the rep. In hand combat, Brinson utilizes a two-hand swipe to shed the hands of offensive linemen and continue to get upfield. Brinson has the reactionary athleticism to pursue and apply consistent pressure to quarterbacks who are athletic enough to escape the pocket. Brinson's main concern as a player is his ability to sustain the line of scrimmage in a gap-control defense. Brinson occasionally plays with a pad level that allows from offensive lineman to get great hand placement and displace him off the line of scrimmage. Brinson could improve his upper-body strength and mass to be able to more consistently control reps and have a more dominant physical presence against the run. Overall, Brinson provides a unique skill set because of his athleticism as an IDL. In the right attacking defensive scheme, he can provide some impactful reps and create negative plays. Kyle Crabbs, 33rd Team Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Warren Brinson projects as a developmental talent who could eventually earn rotational snaps as a penetration-style player. Brinson has the build of a gap-control player, but the quickness to penetrate and shoot gaps and create chaos in the backfield. He is not quite consistent enough to be considered a ready-made player, but all of the physical tools are present for him if he can play with more discipline and recognition on early downs.
