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International Rock Day: From Earth's Foundations to the Surgeon's Table
The morning programme of Radio Kashmir reminded me that 13 July is observed as International Rock Day - a fitting occasion to reflect on one of nature's most remarkable creations. Rocks literally form the foundation of the planet we inhabit. They build majestic mountains, sculpt breathtaking landscapes, preserve the history of life in the form of fossils, and provide the raw materials for our homes, industries, roads, monuments, and modern technologies. Human civilization itself is inseparable from rocks. Our earliest ancestors fashioned stones into hunting tools and weapons, produced sparks to kindle fire, and used naturally occurring minerals to create some of the first artistic pigments. The very term Stone Age bears testimony to the profound influence of rocks on human evolution. Throughout history, remarkable geological discoveries have fascinated mankind - from the famous Rosetta Stone, discovered in Egypt in 1799 and instrumental in deciphering ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics, to the largest pure gold nugget ever discovered, weighing about 156 pounds (71 kg), found in Australia in 1869. Even coal, which powered the Industrial Revolution, is a sedimentary rock formed over millions of years from compressed plant material. The importance of rocks extends beyond science into faith. The Qur'an and the Hadith contain numerous references to rocks, stones, pebbles and mountains. These are portrayed not merely as inanimate objects but as signs of Allah's creative power, symbols of steadfastness, witnesses to truth, instruments of miracles and justice, hope and sources of profound spiritual lessons. Mountains are described as stabilisers of the earth, stones are used to illustrate the hardness or softness of hearts, and pebbles even played a role in significant historical events. International Rock Day serves to increase public awareness about the three major classes of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic - each representing a fascinating chapter in Earth's geological history. For centuries, civilisations have quarried and mined rocks to extract metals, gemstones, construction materials, and industrial minerals. Today, these geological resources remain indispensable to modern society. The influence of rocks is so pervasive that even an entire genre of music proudly bears their name. Yet, while geologists and nature enthusiasts celebrate rocks in nature, surgeons - both human and veterinary, confront another type of ock that is far less welcome. Inside the bodies of humans and animals, stones may develop silently over months or years before causing pain, infection, obstruction, or even life-threatening emergencies. Unlike the magnificent rocks that shape landscapes, these internal stones disrupt the delicate functioning of living organs. The most familiar are urinary stones (uroliths), which may develop in the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. They form when minerals dissolved in urine crystallise and gradually enlarge into hard concretions. Depending upon their composition, these stones may consist of calcium oxalate, struvite, urate, silica, cystine, or calcium phosphate. Their formation is influenced by numerous factors, including inadequate water intake, dietary imbalances, urinary pH, infections, genetics, and metabolic disorders. Veterinarians encounter urolithiasis in a wide variety of domestic animals. Sheep, goats, and young male calves are particularly vulnerable to obstructive urolithiasis because of their long and narrow urethra. Dogs and cats frequently develop bladder stones, while horses occasionally suffer from urinary calculi. Unless treated promptly, urinary obstruction may rupture the bladder or urethra, transforming a manageable disease into a life-threatening emergency. The urinary tract is not the only site where these unwanted ocks develop. Stones may also form in the gallbladder and bile ducts (gallstones), pancreas, salivary glands (sialoliths), gastrointestinal tract (bezoars and faecaliths), prostate, tonsils, nasal cavity (rhinoliths), veins (phleboliths), and even within the teat cisterns of dairy cattle (lactoliths). Gallstones, in particular, may remain silent for years before suddenly producing severe abdominal pain, jaundice, infection, or pancreatitis requiring urgent medical intervention. Fortunately, remarkable advances in surgery have revolutionized the management of these conditions. Modern medicine increasingly relies on minimally invasive techniques such as endoscopy, laparoscopy, laser lithotripsy, and extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy (ESWL), enabling many stones to be fragmented or removed without large surgical incisions. Veterinary surgery has similarly embraced minimally invasive cystotomy, endoscopic procedures, improved reconstructive surgeries, and advanced imaging techniques that reduce pain, shorten hospitalization, and hasten recovery. While modern surgical techniques have transformed the treatment of stone disease, preventing stone formation remains the most effective approach. Adequate hydration, balanced nutrition, early treatment of urinary tract infections, correction of metabolic abnormalities, and regular medical or veterinary examinations substantially reduce the risk of stone formation. In livestock, maintaining appropriate mineral supplementation and a proper calcium-to-phosphorus ratio is essential, while in companion animals, specially formulated therapeutic diets can significantly reduce recurrence. International Rock Day, therefore offers an opportunity to appreciate not only the rocks that have shaped our planet and civilisation but also another group of professionals whose daily work involves removing rocks from where they should never exist. Geologists preserve and study Earth's ancient history; surgeons restore health by eliminating the stones that threaten life and well-being. Both professions, in their own unique ways, remind us that even the smallest stone can leave a lasting impact - whether upon the landscape of our planet or within the remarkable landscape of the living body. (The Author is Former Prof. & Head, Veterinary Clinical Complex, FVSc & AH, Shuhama. Former Associate Director Research (A.S), SKUAST-Kashmir. Feedback: fazili_mr@yahoo.co.in) -x-
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Bharat Tex 2026: Weaving Modis 5F Vision
From the ethereal warmth of a Kashmiri Pashmina to the majestic luster of Assams Muga silk, from the vibrant geometric patterns of a Rajasthani Bandhani to the timeless, structured elegance of Kanjeevaram silk, Indias geographic and cultural diversity is a living, breathing map drawn in thread. Today, this unparalleled civilizational canvas is assembled under a single, unified roof. As Bharat Tex 2026 opens its doors at the iconic Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, running from July 14th to 17th, it brings the beautiful diversity of our nation into a single place. Textiles are not merely a reflection of our heritage; they are an absolute bedrock of Indias macroeconomic architecture. The sector remains a monumental engine of growth and equity, contributing 2.3% to GDP, 13% to industrial production, and 8.6% to exports. As India's second-largest employer after agriculture, it sustains over 100 million, strengthening rural communities and driving financial autonomy for millions of women nationwide. To truly appreciate this economic powerhouse, one must experience Bharat Tex. It is India's definitive, global-scale textile trade fair, designed to showcase our absolute manufacturing and creative dominance to the entire world. It acts as a comprehensive marketplace hosting domestic manufacturers, state pavilions, international exhibitors, and global buyers under a single roof, enabling high-value sourcing, corporate engagement, and brand showcasing at an unprecedented scale. Reflecting on the journey of this grand initiative, I am reminded of the immense pride and clarity brought by the previous two editions of Bharat Tex. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the textile community during the last edition of Bharat Tex, he beautifully observed that the seed we planted is now rapidly growing into a banyan tree. He noted that this grand showcase not only celebrates our rich traditions but also highlights the immense possibilities of a developed India. The massive success of the first two editions, which attracted unprecedented international buyers and generated massive collaborative momentum, laid a formidable foundation. My personal experience during the Bharat Tex 2025 ,witnessing intensive government-to-government and business-to-government dialogues translated into tangible outcomes confirmed a highly positive outlook for the future and demonstrated growing global trust in India's execution capabilities. This third edition takes that momentum significantly further, translating early potential into absolute industrial dominance. The incredible scale of this year's event represents a calculated industrial strategy. Spanning an immense footprint across dedicated exhibition halls at Bharat Mandapam, the exhibition presents Indias complete textile value chain including fibre, yarn, fabric, apparel and fashion, home textiles, technical textiles, and ancillary industries. Over 1,600 exhibitors are participating, bringing localized production strength directly onto the global platform to mirror Prime Minister Modi's transformative 5F Vision: Farm to Fibre to Factory to Fashion to Foreign. By integrating the entire value chain into a single industrial continuum, the event showcases Indias self-reliant capacity to manage every manufacturing stage natively. The global response to this proposition has been remarkable. This edition features international exhibitors from 14 countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Portugal, Spain, New Zealand, South Korea, South Africa, and Nepal, alongside strong institutional representation from the United Nations and the European Union. Ministerial delegations and high-level business representatives from several countries are participating to explore long-term partnerships. The exhibition is expected to draw over 7,000 buyers from over 110 registered countries and 1.3 lakh trade visitors over the four days, all engaging with more than 20,000 textile products on display. This commercial activity will be anchored by more than 3,500 curated business-to-business meetings, alongside dedicated State Investor Connect Sessions that provide individual Indian states a platform to pitch their distinct industrial infrastructure. True industrial leadership requires a deep commitment to knowledge and future planning. Bharat Tex 2026 anchors this responsibility through the Global Textile Dialogue, which comprises over 100 curated sessions including panel discussions, roundtables, masterclasses, state sessions, awards pitch fests, and workshops. Led by more than 370 international and national CXOs, policymakers, and innovators, these curated tracks will focus on scaling Trade and Investment, advancing Technology and Innovation, and elevating Fashion and Craft. The event will also witness the signing and launch of several strategic agreements and sectoral reports across trade, investment, technology, and institutional collaboration. A significant focus of these deliberations is dedicated to the critical pillar of Sustainability and Circularity. During the previous edition, the Prime Minister highlighted that the global fashion community is increasingly embracing the vision of 'Fashion for Environment' and that sustainability has always been an integral part of Bharat's textile heritage. This edition of Bharat Tex turns global eco-challenges into a massive opportunity, showcasing how cutting-edge innovations evolve our traditional techniques to maximize resource efficiency and eliminate waste, directly benefiting our weavers and artisans. Under the pragmatic leadership of our Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh Ji, the Ministry has actively accelerated these modernization and sustainable growth initiatives on the ground, ensuring that our entire textile value chain is backed by robust modern technology, scalable policy frameworks, and robust market linkages. The remarkable scale and confidence reflected through Bharat Tex are the direct outcome of a decade of sustained policy reforms under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Over the past 12 years, the Modi Government has strengthened every link of the textile value chain through transformative interventions. The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles has attracted investment commitments of over 31,687 crore, catalyzing large-scale manufacturing in Man-Made Fibre apparel, fabrics, and technical textiles while generating massive employment. Simultaneously, seven PM MITRA Parks are being developed as integrated manufacturing ecosystems embodying the Prime Minister's visionary 5F approach. Grassroots empowerment remains equally robust; through the National Handloom Development Programme, nearly 2,000 crore has been invested across 794 handloom clusters, providing upgraded looms to 1.17 lakh weavers and skill training to around 90,000 workers, while over 1,335 crore has been channeled into the handicrafts sector under the National Handicrafts Development Programme. Furthermore, over 1.5 lakh weavers have been onboarded onto the Government e-Marketplace (GeM), with the Weavers MUDRA Scheme providing collateral-free loans to nearly 3 lakh beneficiaries. By connecting our domestic manufacturers, artisans, and innovators directly with global markets, these comprehensive reforms have structurally prepared us for the massive global step-up we see on display this week. As we look across the vibrant exhibition halls of Bharat Mandapam, our perspective extends far beyond the immediate horizon of this trade show. This event serves as a critical milestone along our Vision 2030 roadmap to scale Indias textile industry into a $350 billion global powerhouse, a trajectory aligned perfectly with the national goal of Viksit Bharat @ 2047. I invite everyone to join us over these next four days at Bharat Tex 2026 to witness the incredible strength of our workers, the brilliant innovations of our creators, and the future of global textiles, proudly designed, sustainably made, and integrated at scale in India. (The author is the Union Minister of State for Textiles. The views expressed are personal. Courtesy: PIB)
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Tehran [Iran], July 13 : Iran on Monday (local time) issued a stern warning against the US while reaffirming its authority over the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamic Republic dismissed Washington's intervention in its management shortly after US President Donald Trump claimed control over the critical chokehold. According to Press TV, the spokesperson of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Brigadier General Ebrahim Zolfaghari, affirmed that Iran will not, under any circumstances, allow the US to interfere in the management of the Strait of Hormuz. He further vowed strong retaliation against any US military for the passage of the commercial vessels and oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, outside Iran's designated shipping route and without authorisation from Iran's armed forces. The spokesperson called the IRGC's recent actions evidence of Iran's stance. Iran's Armed Forces will respond forcefully to any disruption to the passage of commercial vessels and oil tankers by the invading US military outside Iran's designated shipping route and without authorisation from Iran's armed forces. The recent actions of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran are evidence of this, Press TV quoted him as saying. The spokesperson also issued a warning to the Gulf nations, stating that any logistical support to the US will be considered an act of war against Iran. Regional leaders are warned that any cooperation with the US or logistical support for its invading military will be regarded as an act of war against Iran's sovereignty and national security, he said. He added that Should the conflict expand, the flames of war will engulf all countries in the region. The spokesperson further accused the US of escalating the conflict, Press TV reported. The US and the countries cooperating with its military bear full responsibility for all insecurity and the escalation of the conflict in the region, he said. Meanwhile, the IRGC spokesman Brigadier General Mohebi also condemned US actions in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing it of jeopardising global oil and gas security and reclaiming Iran's authority over the chokepoint, according to Press TV. The US has seriously jeopardised global oil and gas security by interfering in the Strait of Hormuz and must be held accountable, he stated. Iran will continue to exercise its sovereignty and authority over the Strait of Hormuz, he said, adding that Iran will compel foreign powers and their allies to submit to the will of the Iranian nation. Responding to the US' claim of neutralising Iranian military, he stated that the Iranian forces will leave the American military even more humiliated and helpless. Just as we reduced US leaders' initial objectives at the start of their aggression to merely reopening the Strait of Hormuz, we will leave them even more humiliated and helpless in response to their latest hostile actions, he claimed, Press TV reported. The remarks come after Trump on Monday (local time) reclaimed control over the Strait of Hormuz and designated the United States as the Guardian of the Hormuz Strait, announcing a newly reinstated maritime blockade targeted exclusively at Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump, reflecting on his claim, assured that international maritime traffic through the critical shipping lane would not be closed to the rest of the world despite escalating regional tensions. The Hormuz Strait is OPEN, and will remain OPEN, with or without Iran, Trump said. We are reinstating the THE IRANIAN BLOCKADE, so named because it is only stopping Iran's ships or customers from entering or leaving. All other countries will have fair and open use of the Strait, he wrote. Justifying the new title and role for the US military presence in the critical chokehold, Trump claimed that a 20 per cent levy on transiting cargo is a necessary measure to cover the operational expenses of securing the volatile shipping lane. The U.S.A. will be, from this point forward, known as 'THE GUARDIAN OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT,' but as such, and as a matter of FAIRNESS, will be reimbursed, at the rate of 20% on all cargo shipped, for any and all costs necessary to do the job of providing safety and security to this very volatile section of the World. President DONALD J. TRUMP, he added. The president added that the deployment and institutionalisation of this protection-and-reimbursement model would be enacted without delay, concluding that he process and formation will begin immediately. Meanwhile, the US military attacked a submarine and ship maintenance facility in Iran on Sunday, CENTCOM said in a post on X. Three Corsair unmanned surface vessels hit the port at Bandar Abbas Naval Base, marking the first time American forces have employed sea drones in combat operations, CENTCOM wrote. This follows Trump's previous warning against Iran, in which he claimed to take over the critical chokehold, the Strait of Hormuz, while condemning Tehran for dishonouring the ceasefire agreement amid the ongoing unrest. In a telephonic interview with Fox News, Trump asserted that Iran broke a done deal, agreed just the night before. Expressing his infuriation over Iran's actions, the US president said, It looks like they're back at their business trying to take over the Strait. We're taking over the Strait. They have nothing. Yesterday, they had an 11-hour meeting and everything was agreed to yesterday. They leave the room and they call back and they say, 'we had to make a couple of changes'... for 47 years, they've been tapping people along... this should've been done 47 years ago, he added. He further lashed out at the Iranian leadership for disregarding the truce agreements, claiming that the two sides have had 10 deals in the past, calling them a bad group of people. He further revealed that the US hammered Iranian equipment in overnight strikes. Prior to Trump's claims, Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned US strikes against Tehran and accused Washington of disrupting global commercial shipping by interfering with security arrangements in the crucial Strait of Hormuz. In a formal statement posted on X, the ministry argued that recent US actions have put international maritime trade at risk and re-ignited active conflict in the region. The ministry strongly condemned a wave of aggressive, brutal US attacks carried out over the past 24 hours. According to Iranian officials, these strikes represent a gross violation of United Nations Charter principles and pose a severe threat to global peace. Iran's MFA strongly condemns US aggressive attacks against Iran over the past 24 hours. These brutal attacks constitute a gross violation of the UN Charter principles, notably Art. 2(4), and pose a severe threat to international peace and security, the post read. The Ministry charged that the US has already broken nearly all provisions of the ceasefire agreement, just after 25 days...by striking Iran's transport infrastructure, fishing boats, cargo barges, and meteorological facilities, committing heinous war crimes. Earlier in the day, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) made an announcement by the American military that it had conducted a fresh series of offensive strikes on 12 July, hitting dozens of locations throughout Iran. In an official statement released alongside the footage, CENTCOM detailed that American forces targeted Iranian air defence infrastructure, coastal radar facilities, missile and drone infrastructure, and fast-attack military craft. In retaliation, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait, Al Jazeera reported. In response, the General Command of Bahrain's Defence Forces said that its air defence systems successfully confronted, intercepted, and destroyed a number of treacherous Iranian aerial attacks this morning. Expressing strong condemnation of the Iranian military actions, the General Command, in an official statement, affirmed its complete defensive preparedness to protect the Kingdom. The General Command affirms that the personnel of the Royal Field Engineering Unit are fully prepared to handle these objects technically and safely, ensuring the public safety of all citizens and residents, the General Command stated. Earlier in the day, the Kuwait Armed Forces released a statement saying it was currently engaging hostile aerial targets within Kuwaiti airspace. The post said, The Kuwait Armed Forces are currently engaging hostile aerial targets within Kuwaiti airspace. The Armed Forces also said that any explosion sounds heard during the engagement were the result of air-defence systems intercepting the incoming strikes. The General Staff of the Kuwait Armed Forces announces that any explosion sounds that may be heard are the result of the Air Defence systems intercepting hostile attacks, the post added. It further urged the public to follow official guidance, saying, The public is urged to follow the safety and security instructions issued by the relevant authorities. Meanwhile, Al Jazeera reported that Jordan's military said it had intercepted and downed four missiles that entered Jordanian airspace after they were fired from Iranian territory. However, the IRGC maintains that its operations were made in retaliation for the US' attacks and the support from the Gulf nations. (ANI)
Concern as district records five leptospirosis deaths in July
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Aditya Birla Group to acquire Sprng Energy from Shell in 17,200 crore deal
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Judicial custody of all eight accused in Ram Temple donation embezzlement case extended
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DVAC seizes 1.21 lakh from K.G. Chavadi RTO checkpost
AIKS stages demonstration demanding unconditional waiver of crop loans by State government
At Jantar Mantar, fasting student hospitalised while Wangchuk loses 8 kg in CJP hunger strike
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Congress flags gaps in voter facilitation centres
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Women from villages coming under Rengappanaickenpatti panchayat in Dindigul district submit a petition to the Collector, opposing opening of a Tasmac liquor outlet in their area
518 stolen, missing mobile phones restored to owners
Supreme Court stays Madras High Court May 27 order banning cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu
The Supreme Court has stayed a May 27 order of the Madras High Court directing the Tamil Nadu government to enforce a State-wide prohibition on the slaughter of cows and calves.
Madurai Ring Road linking Dindigul and Tiruchi Highways ready for traffic
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Work, introduces GPT-5.6 model family
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Watch: Trump reinstates Iran blockade amid continued U.S.-Iran strikes | Above the Fold | 13.07.2026
Fresh tensions in West Asia are threatening to unravel the U.S.-Iran peace agreement just weeks after it was signed. As Washington and Tehran exchange fresh strikes and President Donald Trump announces a renewed blockade targeting Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Tiruchi West RTO to become a smart office soon
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