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Time of India
12-06-2025
- Time of India
Man tied with rope, dragged over phone theft; 1 held
Varanasi: Robertsganj police in Sonbhadra caught a person in a pick-up van after he dragged a local, who was stated to be mentally disturbed due to drug addiction, after tying his hands and legs on Wednesday evening. The drug addict stole the phone of this person and sold it at a shop for Rs 450. Sonbhadra's Circle Officer (City), Charu Dwivedi on Thursday said that after taking note of the viral video of a person being dragged, Robertsganj cops were asked to investigate the matter. The pick-up driver was identified as Vikas from Bhadohi district and he was summoned for questioning. During the initial police investigation it came to light that Vikas left his van at Badauli crossing to get the puncture in the tyre of the vehicle repaired on Wednesday. When he returned, he found his mobile phone was missing from the vehicle. On contacting people present there, he became aware that the mentally unstable person, known among locals as a drug addict, had taken the phone. Upon contacting a local trader, Vikas learned that the person had sold the phone for Rs 450. After this, he went to the shop where his mobile was sold and paid Rs 500 to get it back. It is alleged that upset over this Vikas tied the person with a rope and dragged him. However, when locals asked him to spare the person, acknowledging his mental condition, he released him. The CO said that Robertsganj police had also been asked to investigate the role of PRD jawans, who were deployed at this crossing but remained as mere spectators Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Time of India
Bahraich: 12-yr-old attacked by wolf
Bahraich: A 12-year-old boy, identified as Aman, was attacked by a wolf in Kharmariya Hardo Patti village in Mahsi area of Bahraich district early on Thursday morning. The boy sustained serious injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital. The forest department has, so far, failed to capture the wild animal and the repeated wolf sightings have triggered fear among villagers. Panic gripped the Mahsi Tehsil of Bahraich district where a wild wolf snatched a two-year-old child from his mother's lap on Tuesday night. A few hours later, the child's mutilated body was recovered from a nearby sugarcane field, triggering fear and anger among the locals. District magistrate, Bahraich, Monika Rani, who has initiated several precautionary measures, said that the area is being monitored using drones. She has directed officials to maintain night surveillance in vulnerable villages, particularly those near forests. The DM has also appealed to residents to keep a close watch on their children, avoid sleeping outside or on open terrace and immediately report any sighting of wild animals to officers concerned. The DM directed the officials to coordinate with PRD personnel, anganwadi workers, sanitation staff, village heads, lekhpals and gram panchayat secretaries. They were instructed to stay alert from 8 pm to 5 am, raise awareness among villagers and continuously update a designated WhatsApp group with real-time information.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Set up sports college in each division, says Yogi
1 2 Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday directed the department of sports, youth welfare and provincial guard to set up a sports college in each division of the state. Speaking during a review of the department, the CM said that these colleges should be linked with a sports university so that students get access to international facilities for athletes. He said that three are currently operational while another three are under construction. The CM also directed officials to set up mini stadia in each assembly constituency. Directing officials to ensure that all sports-related construction projects are completed on time while ensuring quality, the CM said that regular reviews of these projects should take place at various levels, from ministers to officials, to ensure timely completion of all development works. He mentioned ongoing works like a state sports university, sports colleges and stadiums and stressed the importance of quality and regular monitoring to ensure their timely completion. He said that monthly reviews at the ministerial level, bi-weekly at the principal secretary level and weekly by senior officials should take place and any negligence by executing agencies should be punished. Emphasising on a transparent selection process for athletes to nurture new talent in the state, Yogi Adityanath called for a sports culture for the holistic development of youth which would adhere to national and international standards. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Viral Video: मृत्यू कसाही येऊ शकतो! सीसीटीव्हीत कैद झाली काळीज पिळवटणारी घटना Latest News Read More Undo He suggested integrating all sports competitions with MP and MLA sports events and organising competitions at the village, block, district, division, and state levels to identify and prepare hidden talent for national and international sports. He also recommended organising sports competitions for all age groups in every district. The CM also suggested collaborating with SGPGI or KGMU for the upcoming sports and injury management centre at Guru Gobind Singh Sports College in Lucknow and said that all vacant positions in the sports department must be filled up at the earliest. While reviewing the status of the Provincial Guard, the CM proposed that PRD volunteers and youth group members should be provided with disaster management training and designating such volunteers as 'disaster friends'. He also recommended that PRD personnel are given training in traffic management so that they can assist in traffic control. The CM further said that the distribution of sports kits to youth groups should be monitored and they should be linked to MP-MLA sports competitions. All ongoing construction projects related to the Youth Welfare and Provincial Guard Department should be completed on time, he added.
Courier-Mail
20-05-2025
- Business
- Courier-Mail
Latest interest rate cut will be big blow for one key Aussie group
It will seem like a big win for some — but the RBA's latest interest rate cut could make life substantially harder for a big subset of the Aussie population. Experts said those still searching for a place to call home would be steamrolled by the central bank's decision to slash interest rates by 0.25 per cent, announced at its May board meeting on Tuesday. The official cash rate has now dropped from 4.1 per cent to 3.85 per cent. The move, widely anticipated by economists and the money market, is the second rate cut for the cycle following an earlier reduction in February and a hold in April. It will deliver existing homeowners a lot of savings on their repayments but it is also expected to supercharge the property market and leave would-be buyers even further behind. The cut could pour fuel over an already heating housing market and drive up prices, with much of the increased competition expected to come from investors and upgraders, economists revealed. All this will coincide with a still frantic rental market that will make it harder for new home buyers to save fast enough to match price rises. MORE: What homes will be worth in each suburb by 2030 MORE: Trick Aussies are using to get $200m+ mansions Gareth Croy, director of financial services firm Your Future Strategy, said first-home buyers are going to be 'chasing the market'. 'Another cut, plus more cuts later this year, could boost the average buyers' borrowing capacity by about $75,000. And we could see that amount added to prices by Christmas,' he said. 'Rate cuts do create this fear of missing out that can push prices up.' PRD chief economist Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo said the recent cut and subsequent cuts would make it harder for aspiring first-time buyers to get into the market in the coming months. 'First-home buyers who are ready to purchase right now might get some benefit from cheaper rates but those with longer-term plans are going to find it a lot harder,' she said. 'Part of the problem is that someone who isn't in the market yet will see their ability to save diminish because there is still high rent and high living costs and three or more cuts this year will push up the price they will pay for their home.' MORE: Wild bank move before rate cut The brutal twist is that those trying to save for a deposit could be hit twice. New research has found that the majority of Aussies are still banking with the same institution they joined as teenagers — often on outdated savings accounts with lacklustre interest returns. Banks have also historically been very quick to slash interest rates on savings accounts. With rates now slashed even lower, their hard-earned deposits are soon to be earning a lot less. KEY BANKING MISTAKE EXPOSED The polling by comparison group revealed 51 per cent of Aussies were sticking with the bank they joined as children, often in accounts set up by their parents. The research found 55 per cent of women were still with the same bank they had as a child, compared to 47 per cent of men. The trend was prevalent across all generations, with almost one in three baby boomers (30 per cent) still with their very first bank. Finder personal finance expert Sarah Megginson said these Aussies were likely missing out on a better deal. 'You can be sure there's a better rate available than the one on the account your parents opened for you as a child,' she said. MORE: 'Fuel to the fire:' looming rate cuts big downfall 'You might think your existing bank is 'good enough', but if you're not earning interest, it's your bank balance that is missing out.' It comes as additional modelling from Aussie Home Loans found that rising prices would likely outweigh the benefit of lower interest for first-time buyers. Those who bought next year could be stung with an additional $77,000 in costs over the life of their loans, the Aussie analysis found. RISING ANXIETY AMONG FIRST-HOME BUYERS Some first-home buyers say they are fearful of what the future holds. James Martin and Liz Upcroft, both 28, plan to buy a home later this year or early next and said they were concerned price rises could be too fast. 'Rate cuts are fantastic for people who already bought but for someone looking to buy at the end of this year, it's a bit of a worry because prices could go up a lot. It's a catch-22,' Mr Martin said. He added that the prospect of getting priced out the market had encouraged them to consider the government's First Home Guarantee Scheme, which will allow them to buy with only a 5 per cent deposit. 'I feel like if we wanted to get a 20 per cent deposit, the interest rate cuts would affect our savings and it would be a lot more of a problem,' Mr Martin said. IMPACT OF PREVIOUS CUTS Mortgage Choice inner west broker Chantelle Rangel said similar cuts in interest rates had heated the housing market in the past and this trend was already looking to be repeated. 'I've never been this busy before,' she said. 'What's interesting is, we've had a significant increase in investor pre-approvals as well as people wanting to purchase in their self-managed super funds. 'There is always a frenzy of demand as soon as rates drop … We experienced many buyers who were sitting on the sidelines due to affordability re-enter the market after the last rate cut.' REA Group economist Anne Flaherty said a similar trend even occurred when rates were last cut in February. 'Following February's rate cut, buy searches on jumped, consumer sentiment saw a significant recovery, and home price growth picked up,' she said. 'A rate cut in May is likely to have a similarly positive impact on buyer demand and confidence.' Peter Kelaher, director of buyer's agency PK Property, said in a note to clients that the experience of previous rate cuts suggested a wave of demand was coming. 'When interest rates come down, the natural human reaction in most cases will be to borrow as much money as you can,' he said. 'And what does that mean? It means one thing: people can throw around more money to be competitive at auction, and in general, the property market.' Owl Home Loans director Aidan Hartley said rate cuts had already driven a huge influx of buyers seeking approvals. 'I've been doing this a while and I've never been thrown as many contracts from new buyers,' he said. 'There's a big sense of urgency because a lot want to get in (to the market) before cuts because they're taking out variable rates,' he added. Compare the Market property expert Andrew Winter said a rate drop at the RBA's Tuesday meeting would likely push prices up again. He explained that cheaper credit would lead to bigger offers on properties, particularly in highly sought after areas. Mr Winter said aspiring buyers may be anxious to 'get a foot in the door' now before market conditions become too competitive. He said the capacity to borrow more money would not make buying a house easier for most people. 'The main hurdle for most first-time buyers is raising a deposit which can be extremely challenging when value growth outpaces wage growth in such an extreme way.'
Perth Now
20-05-2025
- Health
- Perth Now
Fitness star hospitalised after exposure to household horror
Fitness influencer Sophie Guidolin has been hospitalised with health issues after she was exposed to black mould inside her home. The 36-year-old was exposed to the dangerous fungi after her Gold Coast home suffered damage when ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred hit the Queensland coast in March. Guidolin has been in hospital since May 8 and told her 533,000 Instagram followers that she was 'literally just surviving her condition'. The mother-of-four said her condition worsened and she woke up in hospital to find her father had flown in from Adelaide to be by her side. Last week, the influencer also posted concerning updates on her Instagram that revealed her home was riddled with black mould. 'Sorry guys, since the update of hospitalisation on May 8, I am literally just surviving,' she said in a post on social media. 'I opened my eyes to find my dad crying at my condition, after flying from Adelaide. Sophie Guidolin with her son Kai in celebration of his 15th birthday. Credit: Instagram / @sophie_guidolin 'Thanks to my best friend and the serious legends at PRD in Burleigh, allowing sight unseen whilst I was in hospital, the boys are now secure in a 6-month rental with dad caring for them and trying to navigate everything. 'Please note my phone has been off, I am unable to speak, and am not ignoring anyone 'Just trying to get better as as possible. Again, I will try and get back to everyone as soon as possible.' According to Victoria's Better Health channel, mould growing in damp buildings can trigger nasal congestion, sneezing, coughing, wheezing, respiratory infections and worsen asthma and allergic conditions. Guidolin posted a selfie that showed her lying in a hospital bed wearing a face mask and hooked up to health monitors. 'I'm not ignoring anyone, just having a quick little retreat,' she captioned the photo. It comes after Guidolin claimed earlier this month that she is has lost thousands of dollars due to damage from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Guidolin wasn't home at the time of the major storm as she had jetted off to Europe with her twin daughters Evie and Aria, nine. She claimed on Instagram she will have to pay up to $4000 a week in rent or $76,000 for three months to live in an Airbnb while she 'rebuilds'. Guidolin shares her twin daughters, and sons Ryder, 15, and Kai, 16, with ex-husband Nathan Wallace.
