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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Former IDOC guard charged over alleged ‘sexual contact' with incarcerated man
A former Idaho Department of Correction officer has been accused of having sexual contact with a prisoner, according to court filings. Vanessa Day, who worked at the Idaho State Correctional Center south of Boise, was charged with sexual contact with an adult inmate, according to a criminal complaint filed by the Ada County Prosecutor's Office. Day, 37, is accused of having 'sexual intercourse' with a 31-year-old incarcerated man while she worked as a guard, the May 30 complaint said. The offense is a felony and carries a punishment of up to life in prison. Under the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act, or PREA, individuals in state prisons or county jails cannot consent to sexual contact, so it is considered sexual abuse. Idaho News 6 (KIVI-TV) first reported on the charge. The alleged offense occurred in March, but a warrant wasn't issued until late May, court records showed. Day's bail was set at $50,000, and she posted bond in early June. IDOC didn't respond to an email with questions about Day's employment, but the state's employment database showed she left the agency on March 13 after being hired in October 2023. Her next hearing is set for 9:30 a.m. June 24 at the Ada County Courthouse.
Hans India
13-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
New Seed Law Soon to Protect Farmers' Rights and Ensure Quality: Telangana Agriculture Commission Chairman
Gadwal: A New Seed Law to Empower and Protect Farmers Soon, Says Telangana State Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Commission Chairman M. Kodanda Reddy In a major development aimed at providing long-term relief to farmers facing issues with cotton seeds, Telangana State Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Commission Chairman M. Kodanda Reddy announced that a new Seed Law that ensures control over seed companies and secures farmers' rights will soon be implemented. He emphasized that this law, expected within 15 to 20 days, will offer legal protection to farmers and strict regulation on seed companies. This announcement was made during a consultative meeting held at the IDOC Conference Hall in the Collectorate on Friday under the chairmanship of District Collector B.M. Santhosh. The meeting was convened to discuss problems being faced by farmers related to cotton seed cultivation and to gather suggestions for their resolution. Farmers, their representatives, seed organizers, and company officials shared their views with the Commission. Kodanda Reddy expressed pride in the cotton crop cultivated in the district, noting its competitiveness not only in the domestic market but also in global markets like China. He highlighted this as a matter of pride for the state and acknowledged the state's efforts through multiple schemes and new policies to strengthen the agricultural sector. The Commission held the meeting in Gadwal after receiving reports of serious issues with cotton seed failures, leading to high debts and suicides among farmers. He stated that the upcoming Seed Law will provide regulatory oversight on seed companies and safeguard farmers' rights, ensuring accountability. Referring to the past difficulties farmers faced due to the Dharani land registration system, he noted that the newly formed state government has already initiated the Bhubharati Act to resolve land ownership issues. The Seed Law is being designed in a similar manner to benefit farmers comprehensively. He also assured that issues faced by women in agriculture are being addressed and justice would be ensured for women farmers. Referring to how the Commission had resolved issues faced by maize farmers in Mulugu district, he reiterated their commitment to field-level grievance redressal. He recommended that farmers be given direct access to companies without intermediaries to ensure clarity on seed quality, supply, and company responsibilities. Kodanda Reddy also stressed the need for licensed moneylenders to follow RBI regulations, maintain transaction audits, and operate transparently to prevent exploitation. He reaffirmed the government's stand that 'Farmers are the backbone of the nation' and that it will always stand by them. Committee member K.V. Narasimha Reddy stated that due to farmers losing trust in seed organizers, both parties are facing losses. He urged organizers to act responsibly and added that the new law will provide a permanent solution to such problems. Committee member Sunil Kumar highlighted the importance of reviving the 2005 Contract Farming Law and pointed out that farmers are unfairly bearing risks which should be managed by companies. He emphasized the necessity for farmers to be aware of their land rights. With 60–70% of the population dependent on agriculture and over 50 laws relating to the sector, he called for increased awareness among farmers. He praised the government's effort in introducing new laws related to land, seeds, and marketing, including the already enacted Bhubharati Act and soon-to-be-launched Seed Law. District Collector B.M. Santhosh assured that recommendations are being sent to the government for addressing farmer issues and that the administration is taking comprehensive steps for resolution. He stated that with nearly 40,000 farmers producing cotton seeds across 30,000 acres, seed cultivation is a primary income source for the district. As such, the government is formulating new policies and laws focused on farmer welfare. He confirmed that suggestions from farmers will be incorporated into policy-making, and that a detailed review and systematic approach will be adopted to resolve seed-related issues. The administration will gather clear data from companies, submit reports on seed failures, and prepare SOPs for clarity on money lending and agreements. 'Our focus is the welfare of farmers in every aspect,' he concluded. Earlier, the Commission Chairman visited farms in Putanpalli village, personally interacting with farmers to understand their ground-level problems with cotton seed cultivation. The meeting was attended by District Additional Collector Lakshminarayana, RDO Alivelu, Commission members Ramulu Naik, Sunil Kumar, Ram Reddy Gopal Reddy, Gadugu Gangadhar, K.V. Narasimha Reddy, Marikanti Bhavani, former Alampur MLA Sampath Kumar, District Agriculture Officer Sakriya Naik, other district officials, seed cotton organizers, company representatives, farmers, farmer associations, and public representatives.
Hans India
07-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
"Assistive Devices Worth ₹21.27 Lakhs Distributed to 93 Differently-Abled Persons in Gadwal".
Gadwal: District Collector B.M. Santhosh emphasized that differently-abled individuals should fully utilize the welfare schemes provided by the Central and State Governments. He stated that inclusive development and empowerment of every individual with disabilities is a key priority of the government. On Friday, a distribution event was held at the IDOC meeting hall under the aegis of the Department of Women, Child, Senior Citizens, and Differently-Abled Welfare, in collaboration with the Central Government. As part of the initiative, 114 high-tech assistive devices worth ₹21.27 lakhs were distributed to 93 eligible beneficiaries from the district through the Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO). The devices were handed over by Gadwal MLA Bandla Krishna Mohan Reddy and District Collector Santhosh. Speaking on the occasion, the Collector said that the government is always ready to listen to and address the issues faced by differently-abled citizens. He recalled that a special camp was held on September 28 in Gattu mandal, where eligible beneficiaries were identified, and the required assistive aids were prepared and now provided. The initiative was carried out with the support of ALIMCO, a Government of India enterprise. He also highlighted various ongoing welfare programs for persons with disabilities (PwDs), such as: ₹4,000 monthly pension 4% reservation in government jobs Financial subsidies UDID cards for nationwide access to facilities He urged all differently-abled individuals to avail themselves of these schemes confidently and move forward with self-reliance. The distributed equipment included: 28 standard tricycles 35 battery-operated tricycles 7 wheelchairs 8 walking sticks 4 crutches 16 BTE (Behind-The-Ear) digital hearing aids with zinc-air batteries 12 TLM kits 2 accessible canes (Sugamya Canes) 2 smartphones equipped with screen readers MLA Bandla Krishna Mohan Reddy, speaking at the event, reiterated the commitment of both the Central and State Governments to the welfare of the differently-abled. He acknowledged ALIMCO's role in supplying the much-needed equipment and assured continued efforts to provide more opportunities and support in the future. The program was attended by Additional Collectors Lakshmi Narayana and Narsinga Rao, District Welfare Officer Sunanda, ALIMCO representative Sunita Das, and several beneficiaries along with their families. This initiative reflects the government's inclusive approach toward social welfare and its commitment to ensuring dignity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Hans India
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Telangana State Formation Day Celebrations in a Grand Way
Wanaparthy District: Telangana State Formation Day Celebrations were held in a grand way at the district IDOC premises on Monday. State Scheduled Castes Cooperative Development Organization Chairman Preetham attended the celebrations as the chief guest. Along with the chief guest, District Collector Adarsh Surabhi, SP Ravula Giridhar, Wanaparthy MLA Thudi Megha Reddy, Additional Collector Revenue G Venkateswarlu, Additional Collector Local Bodies Yadayya, and Wanaparthy Market Chairman Srinivas Goud were present on the stage. The chief guest first paid floral tributes to the Telangana Martyrs' Stupa along with the Collector and MLAs. Later, he received a salute from the police force. The chief guest was given a grand welcome on behalf of the district administration. Later, the national flag was unfurled and the people were greeted. Later, Jaya Jaya Hey Telangana was sung. Later, he spoke and explained the welfare development programs being implemented in the district and the progress achieved. He said that Telangana will guide the country in terms of social justice as well as the welfare of the poor, marginalized and vulnerable sections of the state. He said that the state has completed 11 years today. He said that the state is moving towards development in all sectors. He said that free travel facility for women in RTC buses and free electricity for households have been provided. He said that the Bhu Bharati Act will be implemented and land issues in the state will be identified and resolved quickly. He said that Telangana State has been successful in showcasing it on the world stage and has achieved huge government investments by visiting countries like America, South Korea, Singapore, Davos and Japan. He said that the government has successfully organized the AI Global Summit, BioAsia Conference and Miss World pageants in Hyderabad. On this occasion, under the auspices of the chief guest, the freedom fighters and their family members who fought for the achievement of Telangana Swarastra were honored. On this occasion, the cultural dances performed by children from various schools impressed everyone. On this occasion, the stalls set up by the Police Department, SC Corporation, District Welfare Department, District Rural Development Department, District Medical Department, District Agriculture Department, Municipal Administration and Housing Department in the IDOC premises were visited and inspected by the chief guest, along with the Collector and MLA. District officials of various departments, public representatives, staff, people, students, representatives of print and electronic media and others participated in the program.
New Indian Express
01-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
IDOC land proposed as organic farming showcase
NIZAMABAD: Fresh proposals are emerging in the district, spurred by the Union government's push to develop Food Processing Units (FPUs) and promote organic cultivation across India. Given the district's agricultural output, one suggestion is to transform open land at the Integrated District Offices Complex (IDOC) into an organic demonstration plot and educate farmers through field visits. This land holds history: before the IDOC was built near Kalur village, Nizamabad's former collector and camp office sites included open areas cultivated with crops. A paddy plantation there, initiated under former collector Ronald Rose, even served a farm mechanisation programme. Post-construction, about 25 acres of open land persist, following the removal of various structures, parking and a helipad. It's currently landscaped with flowering plants and shade trees, maintained by the Nizamabad Municipal Corporation (NMC) for about `10 lakh yearly. NMC Superintendent Engineer Murali Mohan Reddy mentions a pending proposal to split the maintenance cost evenly.
