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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
BJP to felicitate Emergency-era detainees from city on 50th anniversary
Nagpur: As the 50th anniversary of the Emergency approaches, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to mark the occasion by honouring those who were jailed or actively participated in the anti-Emergency resistance in Nagpur during the 1975-77 period. City BJP president Dayashankar Tiwari and former MLC Girish Vyas announced that the party will felicitate over 450 Satyagrahis, including women and youth activists from Nagpur, who were jailed under the draconian Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA) and Defence of India Rules (DIR). The event, titled, 'Loktantra Senani Swagat-Vandan-Abhinandan Samaroh', is scheduled to be held at Vanamati Auditorium on June 25 at 5pm. Senior BJP leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Vinay Sahasrabuddhe will be the chief guest. According to Vyas, Sahasrabuddhe will also visit the homes of several MISA detainees' families as part of the outreach programme. "The Emergency was the darkest chapter in Indian democracy. Thousands were jailed without any trial, censorship was imposed, and even music and media were stifled. Yet, people across the country, including here in Nagpur, stood up and resisted," said Vyas, adding, "The BJP wants the current generation to remember and recognise this important struggle." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Tiwari added that the Emergency was not merely a political event but an assault on constitutional values. "The Emergency crushed democracy and silenced people. Late prime minister Indira Gandhi's govt arrested Opposition leaders like Jayaprakash Narayan, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Charan Singh, and thousands of grassroots activists to stay in power," he said. Taking a dig at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the former mayor said, "Those who claim to carry the Constitution in their pocket to safeguard it were the ones who disgraced it by levying the Emergency." He said many unsung heroes from the city were jailed during the 19-month-long Emergency. "Women, youths, and social activists from the city joined the Satyagraha. Our aim is to honour their contribution and sacrifices," he said. Referring to the recent efforts, Tiwari said that Maharashtra's cabinet, under CM Devendra Fadnavis, has doubled the monthly pension given to MISA detainees. Additionally, BJP leaders have recommended that the recognition and benefits given to freedom fighters should also be extended to Emergency-era detainees. The city BJP will also launch a campaign to educate people about the Emergency. A special publication is being brought out that will highlight how constitutional values were subverted under the then-PM Indira Gandhi and her son Sanjay Gandhi's youth brigade. Articles by prominent leaders, including Union minister Gadkari and CM Fadnavis, will be published in newspapers and distributed in slums and Dalit settlements. "The attempt to strangle the democratic system failed because people stood up against it. It was the largest movement after Independence. We want to ensure that this chapter is never forgotten," Vyas said. The BJP also plans to organise tours for students and citizens to the homes of Emergency detainees and publish stories of their resistance. "History must be told truthfully. The sacrifices of those who fought to protect the Constitution must be remembered and celebrated," Tiwari concluded. Former mayors Anil Sole, Archana Dehankar and ex-corporator Ashwini Jichkar were also present at the press conference. (Box) 150 youths to participate in debate on Emergency To create awareness among today's youth about the Emergency and the atrocities committed during that period, BJP city chief Dayashankar Tiwari said the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha has organised a 'Model Parliament' debate at the Zilla Niyojan Bhavan on June 25, where 150 city youths will engage in a battle of wits over various aspects and impacts of the Emergency.
India Today
3 days ago
- India Today
Woman offloaded from Bengaluru–Surat flight before takeoff after luggage ruckus
A woman was offloaded from a Bengaluru-Surat flight on Tuesday after she allegedly caused a disruption over cabin luggage placement and behaved inappropriately with airline staff, prompting intervention by the passenger, identified as Vyas Hiral Mohanbhai from Bengaluru's Yelahanka area, was scheduled to depart from Kempegowda International Airport to Surat on June 17. The incident occurred during the boarding process, when Vyas reportedly placed her cabin baggage near seat 20F, which was not her assigned multiple requests from the cabin crew to relocate her luggage, she refused to comply and allegedly engaged in disorderly conduct. Her actions created a disturbance that drew the attention of fellow passengers and delayed boarding. Following the disruption, airline staff decided to offload her from the flight before takeoff. She was handed over to the airport police for further to sources, her unruly behaviour continued even after being escorted off the aircraft. At the police station, she allegedly attempted to assault a female staff member.A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against her at the Kempegowda International Airport Police Station under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, sections 351(4) and 353(1)(b), which deal with criminal intimidation and statements conducing to public mischief, investigation into the incident is currently IN THIS STORY#Bengaluru#Surat
Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
What is Aspergillus fumigatus spreading in the US: About the deadly fungus that 'eats you from the inside out'
Scientists have warned about a deadly fungus quickly invading the US which is fatal enough to rot human tissues from within. Known as Aspergillus Fumigatus, the fungus is spreading across the states and experts warn that the problem could rise with an increase in the temperatures. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now What is the deadly fungus and how can you prevent getting infected from it? Let's find out. Aspergillus Fumigatus: A deadly fungus Image credits: X/@CDC_MicroBio Aspergillus fumigatus is an airborne fungus whose spores called conidia, are so tiny that one can't help but inhale them without notice. It can be found all around in the environment in soil, plant matter and even indoor household dust. According to the , it can grow optimally at 37°C. It thrives in warm, damp environments, even surviving temperatures above 120 degrees Fahrenheit in compost piles. While in most people their immune system is able to fight off the spores of the fungus in the body, some get infected enough to develop a serious lung infection called aspergillosis, which can lead to organ failure and death. Who is at risk of getting infected? Image credits: Getty Images People with weakened immune systems such as patients with cancer, asthma, or HIV, who have a low white blood cell count or are recovering from a recent influenza infection are at risk. Aspergillus fumigatus spreading in the US Image credits: Getty Images Scientists have found that the fungus is invading parts of the US with Florida, Louisiana, Texas, Georgia and California experiencing the highest exposure due to hot, humid climates and farming activity. Additionally, cities like New York, Houston and Los Angeles are also at risk due to dense populations and ageing infrastructure. Since aspergillosis isn't a reportable disease- meaning its infections, hospitalizations and deaths aren't tracked, it is hard to detect, said officials. About 40,000 cases of infection develop into chronic pulmonary aspergillosis, which is a long-term lung infection. While invasive aspergillosis is rare, it is far deadlier and can spread from the lungs to the brain, heart and kidneys. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A published in the Applied and Environmental Microbiology found azole-resistant Aspergillus fumigatus in farm soils across seven states in the US, with many strains resistant to standard antifungal drugs. Another by the University of Manchester found that if fossil fuel use continues at the current level, the fungus could expand by more than 75% by 2100, putting millions of lives at risk in the southern US, where conditions mirror the forecasts. 'This isn't science fiction,' said Dr Vyas, an infectious disease expert at Columbia University to the Daily Mail. 'These infections are real, and we're not ready.' What to do to prevent getting infected? Image credits: Getty Images Doctors advise people with weak immune systems to avoid soil, gardening, and mouldy environments, wear masks in dusty areas and maintain clear air in hospitals and homes. Hospitals in the states have already taken initiatives of mould inspections and antifungal protocols.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Time of India
Air India plane crash: Gut feeling, gridlock & a mom's plea; how fate stopped 7 from taking AI 171
A crane retrieves parts of the fuselage of the Air India Boeing 787 Saturday (Photo: PTI) A mother's voice breaking. A clogged road. A last-minute paperwork snag. A change of mind that defied reason. For seven passengers booked on Air India Flight 171, these ordinary obstacles became extraordinary lifelines. Each missed that Boeing Dreamliner's take-off from Ahmedabad on June 12 - each watched in disbelief as it vanished into flames. Yaman Vyas, a warehouse worker with a United Kingdom work permit, had his return to London plotted down to the last detail. After two years abroad, he had flown home to Vadodara for a brief visit. Passport? Check. Bags? Packed. His final stop was to seek his parents' blessings. But when he bent to touch his mother's feet, she broke down. "Thhoda divas rokai jaa ne, beta," she pleaded - stay a few more days. Vyas didn't ask questions. He simply cancelled. "Later that afternoon, when messages about the crash started flooding my mobile, I realised how my mother's instinct had saved my life," Vyas said. Jaimin Patel, 29, and Priya Patel, 25, from Ahmedabad had landed at the airport that morning with wide smiles and tourist visas in hand. Their friend Rohit Yadav had invited them to London for a vacation, and they had everything booked. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pinga-Pinga e HBP? Tome isso 1x ao dia se tem mais de 40 anos Portal Saúde do Homem Clique aqui Undo They reached the check-in counter full of excitement. But officials raised questions about their paperwork. "We pleaded, told them it was impossible to fix the problem at such short notice," Jaimin said. Denied boarding, they returned home - only to get a frantic call moments later. "Switch on the TV right now!" a friend said. "I was shocked," Jaimin said. "I have never been so grateful to the almighty. I thank the Air India staff for putting their foot down." Savji Timbadia, seat 1A. Ready to fly to visit his son. Bags packed. Then, hours before take-off, he called and said: "I told my son I did not feel like flying and would postpone until Monday." No explanation. Just a churn in the gut he couldn't shake. Hours later, a friend urged him to watch the news. "I got the answer to what made me feel uneasy. Lord Swaminarayan saved my life."Bhoomi Chauhan, a Bharuch native, had completed her vacation and was headed back to London, to her husband. Her son was staying behind with family. As she tried to get to the airport, Ahmedabad's traffic turned hostile. Diversions, jams, and missed turns. She arrived at the terminal - 10 minutes too late. The gates had closed at 12.10pm. "I pleaded with the staff to let me board. They didn't budge," she said. She turned back to Bharuch, furious. Then, the crash. Her phone buzzed with alerts. "I was leaving my son in India. This was nothing but Ganpati Bappa's miracle." Jayesh Thakkar of Vadodara, a Garba organiser, had a business trip to London mapped out. He was scheduled to be on Flight 171. But work in Kolkata dragged on. "I was delayed and realised I wouldn't make it to Ahmedabad in time," he said. He changed his itinerary. Later, it became clear it was a life-saving delay. Ravji Patel stayed back by choice. His son-in-law Arjun begged him to accompany him to London to meet his granddaughters, aged 8 and 4. Arjun had just finished performing last rites for his wife Bharti, who died of cancer in May. "I told him I had work to finish and promised to join later," Ravji said. He now mourns both Arjun and Bharti - lost within 20 days of each other.
India Gazette
13-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Indian stock market closes in red but recovers from early trade amid Israel-Iran conflict
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Indian stock market recovered during the day trade from its opening. Both Sensex and Nifty opened over 1.5 per cent down but closed a little over 0.6 per cent down. The stock market sheds gains of last week; broader markets are also seen underperforming. The stock market shed gains of last week and broader markets were also seen underperforming. At the end of today's trading session, the BSE Sensex ended at 81,167.35, declining 524.62 points or 0.64 per cent, while the Nifty 50 declined 152.20 points or 0.61 per cent to 24,739.60. In today's session, except for the media, realty, all other sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange (NSE) ended in the red, with FMCG, PSU Bank, oil & gas, power, and telecom down 0.5-1 per cent. The BSE midcap and smallcap indices also ended in the red. According to the market analysts, Israel's military actions against Iran have heightened concerns over stability in the Middle East, a region crucial for global oil supply, impacting investment sentiment in the market. Naveen Vyas, Senior Vice President of Anand Rathi Global Finance, attributed the fall in Indian stocks primarily to geographical tensions in the Middle East. 'Since India relies on imports for over 80 per cent of its crude oil needs, a conflict between Iran and Israel could lead to a spike in Brent crude prices. Iran holds about 9 per cent of the world's oil reserves, and any disruption could impact several key Indian sectors, including oil marketing companies (such as BPCL, HPCL, and IOC) and paints (like Asian Paints and Berger Paints), as well as the automobile and cement industries,' said Vyas. He said these sectors may experience demand slowdown or margin pressure if tensions escalate and persist for more than 3-6 months, particularly if Brent crude prices rise above the USD 82-85 per barrel mark. The conflict has resulted in a sharp rise in Brent crude oil prices, which spiked to over USD 75 per barrel. 'This surge raises concerns about inflation and increased input costs for businesses, particularly in energy-intensive sectors,' said Vinit Bolinjkar, Head of Research - Ventura. Bolinjkar said that in response to the heightened risks, investors have shifted their portfolios towards safer assets like gold and government bonds, leading to a sell-off in equities. 'The index is likely to continue its range-bound move between the 24500 and the 25200 levels until a significant break of one of these levels is seen,' said Dr Praveen Dwarakanath, Vice President of Hedged in. Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, said Indian equity benchmarks experienced downward pressure, driven by weak global cues and foreign institutional outflows. 'Although India's CPI for May eased below the RBI's comfort threshold--offering a positive macro signal--this was largely overshadowed by external headwinds,' he added. (ANI)
