Lashkar's proxies fail to mask its role in back-to-back Kulgam terror attacks
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 14 (IANS) Even as the Lashkar-e-Taiba keeps throwing up names of its proxies, investigating agencies have zeroed in on the outfits role in both the attacks - of November 11 and August 1 - in J&K's Kulgam this year. Both attacks were carried out by the Lashkar, and the outfit tried to pass them off in the name of the Resistance Front, the Pasdaran-e-Hurriyat Kashmir, and the Kashmir Revolutionary Army. The CRPF personnel who were present at the time of the attack have been able to confirm that it was Mohammad Lateef Bhat, a Lashkar operative, who carried out the attack. An official said that there are similarities between the Kulgam attacks that took place in Mir Bazar on November 11 and the Killam area on August 1 this year. Both these attacks were carried out by Bhat along with his accomplices. Bhat is central to the investigation as his name has cropped up in several investigations off late, the official said. During the ongoing probe, the investigators have recovered a Motorola mobile phone and SIM card from the site. The cartridges that are being examined reportedly match those found at the scene of the earlier attack in Killam, the official said. Following the attack, a massive manhunt has been launched to find Bhat, who is said to be hiding somewhere in south Kashmir. Bhat, who is also responsible for the attack that took place in Anantnag in which Head Constable Ashiq Hussain was killed, is said to be in touch with foreign terrorists who are active in the region. He works in close coordination with the foreign terrorists, officials say. Another official said that the role of the overground workers (OWGs) has come into focus again. Many OWGs have been rounded up, but there are some active and are providing assistance to these terrorists. These OWGs are suspected to have provided Bhat and his associates with information about the exact movement of the security forces, and this helped them carry out the attack. Post the November 11 attack, several OWGs were questioned and subsequently released. Investigators sought information regarding the support links that the Lashkar operatives have in the Valley, the official added. While several have been questioned, investigators are verifying the role of three OWGs who may have provided vital information to the Lashkar terrorists. Officials say that while investigators are trying to gather more information regarding the attack, they are also focusing on unearthing the larger OWG network. The same network had provided Bhat vital information that led to the Anantnag attack and Killiam strike in which migrant workers were targeted. The ultimate goal is to see the end of Bhat, and all efforts are on to eliminate him. An Intelligence Bureau official said that the OWG networks have largely been busted in the Valley. However, with the assistance of the ISI, newer ones crop up, and the process to identify them is ongoing. Post the Pahalgam attack, the ISI had dismantled several OWG networks, as many persons had police files on them. The ISI uses either money to lure people into becoming OWGs or threatens them and their family members, the official said. With the role of Bhat being confirmed by the investigators, the focus would also be on calling out the Lashkar's bluff. The outfit, which is the ISIs most valuable asset, has been floating names of various proxies in the last couple of years. While this acts as a diversionary tactic and confuses investigators, it also provides the Lashkar with the deniability factor. The Lashkar is under immense international scrutiny and hence would not want its name cropping up in attacks that are carried out in India. Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) visited the attack site on Thursday and collected evidence that has now been sent for forensic examination. It has been learnt that there were at least three terrorists, including Lateef Bhat, who were involved in the attack. Officials say that the three included two foreign nationals. The probe so far confirms the role of Bhat and two foreign terrorists who are behind the latest attack. Further, the agencies have also been able to zero in on the direct role of the Lashkar, while also confirming that the new names in circulation are just proxies of this terror outfit. It would now be crucial to find the OWGs linked to this attack and also hunt down Bhat so that similar attacks can be prevented in future, an official said.
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Digital Desk | Christchurch, Nov 14 (IANS) India head coach Khalid Jamil has urged his players to take responsibility and deliver an improved performance when the Indian side faces New Zealand in the second international friendly at the One New Zealand Stadium on Sunday. India will be looking to recover from their 0-5 defeat in the opening friendly in Auckland, where the hosts scored through a Bijoy Varghese own goal, a brace from Jesse Randall, Chris Wood and Lachlan Bayliss. Acknowledging India's disappointing performance in Auckland, Jamil said there could be no excuses despite the challenges the team faced during their preparations, and called on every player to give their best in Christchurch. If you see the result, it was not up to the mark, but the players are giving their best. The attitude of the players has been very good. We were playing against a stronger team, no doubt, but there is no excuse. We need to rectify our mistakes and fight back. In tomorrow's game, every player must take responsibility and give everything, Jamil said. The Indian team had to deal with a seven-and-a-half-hour time difference and limited preparation time before the opening fixture. Jamil, however, said the players had now settled into the conditions. We are playing an away game, and there is a seven-and-a-half-hour time difference. We had only one day of practice before travelling, and then had to play within two days. It takes time to adjust. Sometimes the mind is ready, but the body is not. But now everybody is settled, I believe, he said. The head coach also took responsibility for the defeat, while pointing towards individual mistakes that contributed to the goals conceded. The result, yes, it is my mistake. There were individual errors as well that led to the goals we conceded. But one good thing is the attitude of the players. They are ready to bounce back, he added. India captain Anirudh Thapa, who led the side in Auckland for only the second time in his international career, described the result as disappointing and stressed the importance of greater discipline and communication. It was a very disappointing result for us. The boys were devastated after the game. We came here wanting to put in a good performance, but New Zealand were strong and punished our mistakes. We have to take responsibility as a team. We know we can do better, and we have to show that tomorrow, Thapa said. The midfielder also emphasised the need for the players to remain united and support each other during difficult moments. At this level, you cannot afford to make too many mistakes. We have to be more disciplined, stay compact and communicate better with each other, he said. India travelled to Christchurch on Friday evening after a gym session earlier in the day for players who had not completed the full 90 minutes in Auckland. The team held its final training session at the match venue on Saturday. Jamil also appealed to Indian football fans to remain patient and continue supporting the team as it undergoes a rebuilding process, with opportunities being provided to new players. We are in a good process, and we need to play these kinds of matches. We are also giving opportunities to new faces, he said. Four players, Muhammad Suhail, David Lalhlansanga, Tomba Singh Haobam and Ricky Meetei Haobam, made their international debuts in the Auckland fixture. We have to bounce back tomorrow. I will not leave anything in this game. We have to give everything. I have already given the message to the players. We have to go out and give everything. They are highly motivated, Jamil said. Thapa echoed the coach's confidence, saying the team was determined to make the most of its second opportunity against New Zealand. We cannot change the past result, but we can learn from it. We want to put in a much better performance, he added. The fixture will be the first international football match at the newly opened, 25,000-capacity One New Zealand Stadium, which opened in March this year.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 14 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday hit back at Tamil Nadu Congress President Manickam Tagore for criticising him over the Mekedatu project, asserting that Karnataka has every right to build the proposed dam and that he was least bothered by political condemnation. He also extended an invitation to leaders from Tamil Nadu to visit Karnataka to understand how the project would benefit them. Congress MP Manickam Tagore has triggered an intra-party controversy by opposing the proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project across the Cauvery river and criticising Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The Congress government in Karnataka has projected the Mekedatu project as one of its flagship initiatives. Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) President Manickam Tagore strongly condemned Chief Minister Shivakumar's remarks on the proposed Mekedatu dam project, describing the construction as not only illegal but also a serious threat to the interests of farmers in Tamil Nadu. Responding to questions from the media in Bengaluru, Chief Minister Shivakumar said Tamil Nadu leaders should understand the benefits of the project and invited a delegation from the neighbouring state to visit Karnataka to understand how it would benefit them. Let anyone condemn me. I am least bothered. It is my state and my right. They should also understand this. Let them come with a delegation. I will show them and explain how the project will help them, he said. The Chief Minister said the issue was being viewed through a political lens in Tamil Nadu, where different parties were criticising Karnataka for political reasons. I don't mind it. It is a matter of politics there. If the Congress does not condemn, the DMK will condemn. If the DMK does not condemn, the AIADMK will condemn. At the end of the day, everyone condemns, he said. Questioning the opposition to the project, Chief Minister Shivakumar said all states must respect the law of the country and abide by the Supreme Court's directions on sharing Cauvery water. Why are they not accepting the law of this country? Everyone has to accept the law. The law is the same for everyone in this country, he said. He maintained that Karnataka would protect Tamil Nadu's legitimate share of Cauvery water, while asserting that the state also had the right to construct the Mekedatu balancing reservoir. The Supreme Court has stated that about 170 TMC of water is Tamil Nadu's right, and we will protect their right. It is our duty. It is also our right to build the dam and give them water, Chief Minister Shivakumar said. He added that Tamil Nadu leaders were aware of the facts concerning the project and said the matter could be discussed in detail at a later stage. The Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Drinking Water Project is a proposed multi-purpose project by the Government of Karnataka across the Cauvery River to be built near Mekedatu (meaning 'Goat's Leap') in Ramanagara district, Karnataka, at the confluence of the Cauvery and Arkavathi rivers, roughly 90100 km from Bengaluru and close to the Tamil Nadu border. The proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project aims to provide 4.75 TMC of drinking water annually to the Bengaluru Metropolitan Region and surrounding areas, besides generating around 400 MW of hydroelectric power. It is also envisaged as a balancing reservoir to regulate surplus monsoon flows and help ensure the release of Tamil Nadu's allocated share of 177.25 TMC of Cauvery water, including during distress years. Karnataka maintains that the project is entirely within its territory and will neither violate the Supreme Court's water-sharing orders nor affect Tamil Nadu's allocated share, while arguing that it is essential to meet Bengaluru's growing drinking water requirements. However, Tamil Nadu has strongly opposed the project through legislative resolutions and legal challenges, arguing that an upstream reservoir would give Karnataka control over river flows and could affect irrigation in the Cauvery delta. It has also contended that prior consent from riparian states and statutory authorities is necessary. The project also faces environmental concerns as it involves the submergence of more than 5,000 hectares of land within the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Owono Handed 12-match Ban After Fatal Collision With Tenerife Forward De Miguel
De Miguel: FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono has been suspended for 12 matches by the Spanish football federation following the on-field collision that led to the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel earlier this month. The 25-year-old Equatorial Guinea international was shown a red card during the closing stages of the Spanish second-division fixture between the two clubs on November 2, after his challenge on De Miguel. The Tenerife striker died the following day, aged 30. Announcing its disciplinary decision, the federations committee said it had assessed the incident based on the referees official report, which documented the reason for Owonos dismissal. The report stated that the goalkeeper was sent off for violently striking an opponent in the chest with his leg, using excessive force, while the ball was in play, according to BBC Sport. The tragic outcome of the incident, resulting in the death of Jesus de Miguel Alameda, is public knowledge. The committee said the circumstances warranted the strongest punishment available under its disciplinary framework, adding that the nature of the conduct described and the accompanying circumstances meant that the maximum sanction, a 12-match suspension, is justified. In a separate ruling, the federation confirmed that the abandoned fixture would not be resumed. The match had been halted seven minutes into stoppage time following the incident, with both sides level at 2-2. The governing body said allowing the existing scoreline to stand was the most respectful course of action, given the extraordinary and tragic circumstances of this case. It added that the decision would avoid requiring the teams to return to the pitch and resume play from the moment the incident occurred. Owono has not yet indicated whether he intends to resume his playing career. In a statement released by FC Andorra on November 4, the goalkeeper described the period since the incident as the most difficult days of his life and expressed enormous pain over De Miguels death. FC Andorra manager Carles Manso said on Thursday that the goalkeeper was currently with his family and had been given the freedom to decide what comes next, without pressure from the club. Manso stressed that the priority was to stand by the player as he deals with the emotional impact of the tragedy. What we have to do is support him in every way and be close to him. We will give him space so that he feels completely free to make any decision, whether he wants to return, when, or if he does not want to return. When he feels it is appropriate and when he feels genuinely ready to take a decision like that (he will do so). The club has not set any timeline for Owonos return, with Manso making clear that the decision would rest entirely with the goalkeeper. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Goalkeeper handed 12-match ban after footballer's tragic death
Equatorial Guinea goalkeeper Jesus Owono has received a 12-match suspension from the Spanish Football Federation's disciplinary committee. This follows a challenge during a match on November 2 that resulted in the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel the following day. The committee cited violent conduct and the tragic outcome as reasons for the maximum sanction.
Goalkeeper handed 12-match ban over De Miguel's death
FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono has been handed a 12-match suspension by the Spanish football federation following his challenge that led to the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel.
FC Andorra Goalkeeper Jesus Owono Suspended for 12 Matches Following Tragic Incident
FC Andorras goalkeeper Jesus Owono receives a 12-match suspension after a fatal incident involving Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel. FC Andorra Goalkeeper Jesus Owono Suspended for 12 Matches Following Tragic Incident
Maximum sanction! Jesus Owono handed 12-match ban after Jesus de Miguel's death
Equatorial Guinea goalkeeper Jesus Owono has received a 12-match suspension due to a serious incident on the field. The collision with Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel led to de Miguel's tragic death shortly after the match. FC Andorra manager Carles Manso emphasised the importance of supporting Owono during this difficult time. De Miguel's family expressed gratitude for the public support and crowdfunding efforts raised for them.
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Andorra goalkeeper gets 12-game ban for challenge that led to Spanish striker's death
Andorra goalkeeper gets 12-game ban for challenge that led to Spanish striker's death
Trump, Xi and Putin plan an unprecedented joint meeting on sidelines of APEC: officials
Washington, Nov 14: The leaders of the United States, China and Russia plan to meet Thursday on the sidelines of next week's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in China's tech hub of Shenzhen, an unprecedented gathering of the heads of the world's biggest nuclear powers. While the leaders gathering for joint talks will mark a singular moment, analysts say expectations are low that the talks will lead to major breakthroughs, and they will be heavier in symbolism than substance. Plans for the three-way summit with Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin were confirmed on Friday by the White House. It comes at a complicated moment in relations between the three countries. Trump has warmly embraced Xi after coming to a truce in their short-lived trade war last year and in spite of differences over the US war with Iran and other tensions between the world's foremost economic powers. Similarly, Trump has sought to build his relationship with Putin, even as the Russian leader has persisted in his nearly five-year-old war with Ukraine and as Moscow has deepened its military, intelligence and diplomatic partnership with Iran. The US president has insisted that such a meeting would provide an opportunity for the three leaders to discuss the US war with Iran and his goal of reaching a three-way agreement on their nuclear arms stockpiles. The last nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States expired in February, removing caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century. When that treaty -- known as New START -- expired, Trump rejected a call by Russia to extend the two-country deal for another year and called for a new, improved and modernised deal that includes China. But Beijing's arsenal of more than 600 warheads, according to Pentagon estimates, is far smaller than inventories held by the US and Russia, each estimated to have more than 5,000 warheads. With US and Russian arsenals dwarfing its stockpile, China has shown little interest in developing a nuclear pact. Beijing was least certain about the value of the summit By agreeing to host the meeting, Xi may be calculating that the moment offers him an opportunity to flex China's growing clout and prestige. I would be shocked if there were a joint statement that came out of this meeting that said anything about denuclearisation, said Edgard Kagan, a former US ambassador to Malaysia who is now at the Centre for Strategic and International Studies. For the Kremlin, the planned trilateral meeting is a coveted chance to posture as a superpower on par with Washington and Beijing. I think the key for Putin was that this was very much about signalling a desire to talk to the president and talk to Chairman Xi in a way that suggests that they're making decisions on Ukraine, which obviously the Ukrainians and the Europeans don't like, Kagan said. The trilateral could very well overshadow the APEC summit. The summit, which is bringing 21 economies to Shenzhen, marks a big moment for China to show off its fast-growing, ultramodern coastal metropolis that transformed from a small fishing village into a global technology and economic hub in just a few decades. More substantively, such a gathering could also muddy China's argument that a Cold War mentality in the West was a contributing factor that led to Russia's war on Ukraine and its pointed criticism that the U.S. has undermined international institutions and treaties with how it has executed its war against Iran. The trilateral meeting could undercut China's push to portray itself as a defender of free trade at APEC, said Hoo Tiang Boon, a professor of Chinese foreign policy at Nanyang Technological University. You sort of run counter to Chinese support of multilateralism, he said. The leaders have met in pairs plenty of times over the years Putin and Xi are no strangers. They've fostered a close personal relationship, meeting more than 40 times since Xi became president in 2013 and addressing each other as dear friend. Trump and Putin have met face-to-face on seven different occasions, most recently in Alaska in August 2025. Xi and Trump have held face-to-face talks on eight occasions, including a September state visit to Washington by Xi. Beijing is the Number one trading partner for Moscow, a relationship that has strengthened since Putin sent troops into Ukraine in 2022. As the EU and the West sought to economically isolate Russia, China increased its purchases of Russia's energy resources and became Moscow's principal supplier of key technologies, including high-tech components for Russian weapons industries. Beijing has ignored Western demands to cut those supplies. In the lead-up to Russia's war on Ukraine, Xi and Putin declared their countries had a no-limits friendship. China officially has said it is neutral on the conflict, while charging that Kyiv's Western allies played a part in provoking Russia's military action in Ukraine. Moscow, in turn, has repeatedly declared its support for Beijing's policy on issues related to Taiwan. Trump recently struck a diesel deal with Russia, waiving sanctions against Moscow and allowing for the sale of millions of tons of the fuel. The U.S. leader has blamed surging energy prices on Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries. Analysts, however, say the rise in global crude prices is due mostly to the Iran war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed concern that the trilateral meeting could serve as a platform for discussing a possible Ukraine deal behind Kyiv's back. Planning for the summit has drawn comparisons to the Yalta Conference, the 1945 gathering at which leaders of the US, Britain and the Soviet Union agreed to divide Germany and Berlin into four military occupation zones and finalised plans for establishing the United Nations. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has dismissed the Yalta comparisons, noting that any potential agreements reached in Shenzhen can't be enforced on others. It's clear that a meeting between the leaders of countries such as Russia, China and the United States is extremely significant, Peskov said. However, let's not forget that the vision for a global order is that no one tries to impose any particular view of global order, and it should be based entirely on mutual benefit and mutual respect.
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Goalkeeper Jesus Owono Suspended For 12 Matches After Jesus De Miguel Death
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PM Narendra Modi inaugurates projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru
New Delhi, Nov 13:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated, dedicated to the nation, laid the foundation stone and flagged off development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with a major focus on urban connectivity, railway infrastructure and energy security. Addressing a gathering, PM Modi said the projects would give fresh momentum to the development of Karnataka and strengthen Bengalurus position as Indias technology hub. From projects connected with metro and rail to works of energy security, all these projects are going to give new strength to the infrastructure of Karnataka, he said. The Prime Minister highlighted the inauguration of the Bengaluru Metros new Pink Line, saying it would improve connectivity to IIM Bengaluru, educational institutions and major business and technology centres. He said the new corridor would make daily commuting easier for lakhs of people while saving their time and money. PM Modi said Namma Metro had expanded from just 17 km in 2014 to more than 100 km, making Bengaluru the third Indian city after Delhi-NCR and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region to cross the milestone. Describing Bengaluru as the countrys Silicon Valley, he said the city contributes more than one-third of Indias IT exports and remains a major centre of innovation and economic growth. The Prime Minister also paid tributes to former Union Minister Ananth Kumar, recalling his close association with the region. On railway infrastructure, PM Modi said Indian Railways was moving beyond its colonial-era legacy, with modern trains and upgraded stations reflecting Indias identity. He referred to the development of Amrit Bharat stations in Karnataka, saying more than 60 stations in the state were being modernised with improved passenger facilities, including amenities for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. He said Karnatakas railway budget allocation had increased ninefold over the past 10 to 12 years. The Prime Minister also flagged off a new Vande Bharat train connecting Karnataka with Goa, saying it would provide passengers along the coastal route, including Mangaluru, a new semi-high-speed travel experience. This comes days after the state received its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, he said. Referring to the ongoing conflict around Iran and the Gulf region, PM Modi underlined the importance of energy security and said India had been able to withstand global challenges because of steps taken over the past decade to diversify energy sources and strengthen domestic capacities. He highlighted three projects in Karnataka: an LPG facility at Mangaluru that will add 80,000 metric tonnes of storage capacity, the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal to streamline supplies of petrol, diesel and aviation fuel, and a compressed biogas (CBG) plant in Bengaluru with a daily production capacity of 13 tonnes. PM Modi said India was expanding its clean energy capacity to meet the growing electricity requirements of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, data centres, semiconductors and quantum computing. Under the PM-KUSUM scheme, he said, more than eight lakh solar pumps were being provided to farmers in Karnataka to reduce irrigation costs and create additional income opportunities. The Annadatas of Karnataka are now also becoming Urjadatas, he said. The Prime Minister also highlighted the governments measures to improve the purchasing power of middle-class families, including income tax exemption for annual incomes up to Rs 12 lakh, changes in tax deduction rules and GST reforms. He said the removal of GST on individual health and life insurance had made insurance more affordable. PM Modi said the growing aspirations of the neo-middle class were driving demand and generating employment across sectors such as automobiles, electronics, tourism and services. He said the governments focus was to increase middle-class savings and purchasing power so that families could fulfil their aspirations while contributing to the countrys economic growth.
PHDCCI Kashmir organises session on solar energy adoption for MSMEs
Srinagar, Nov 13:PHDCCI Kashmir, in association with Tata Power Solar and the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), organised an interactive session titled Solarize Your MSME: Switch to Solar, Cut Costs and Boost Profits at Amar Singh Club, Srinagar, on Friday. The programme aimed to sensitise Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) about the benefits of adopting solar energy to reduce operational costs, improve profitability and promote sustainable industrial growth. The event commenced with a welcome address by A P Vicky Shaw, Chairman, PHDCCI Kashmir, who welcomed the delegates and representatives of Tata Power Solar and appreciated their association in organising the programme for the MSME sector. Mehmood Ahmad Shah, Managing Director, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL), attended the programme as the chief guest. In his address, he highlighted KPDCLs initiatives to promote solar energy adoption among domestic and commercial consumers in Kashmir, besides the ongoing infrastructure development works under the RDSS project. Shah said 8,122 households in Srinagar district had been covered under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. He further informed that rooftop solar installations had been completed or taken up in 656 of the 996 government buildings identified for solarisation. He said incentives for adopting solar energy were expected to encourage MSMEs to transition towards renewable energy and improve their operational efficiency. The programme was also attended by Ajaz Ahmad, SSP; Tariq Ahmad, Assistant Director, MSME DFO; and Junaid Akhtar, AEE and Nodal Officer, PM-SMGBY-KPDCL. Akhtar delivered a detailed presentation on the viability, scope and technical aspects of solar energy adoption by industries. He highlighted the success of rooftop solar installations in the domestic sector and explained their potential to transform the MSME sector. Hakim Khalid Ahmed of the Kashmir Chamber of Horticulture (KCH) highlighted the specific requirements of MSMEs in transitioning to solar energy and stressed the need for customised solutions and technological interventions across sectors. Manzoor Ahmad Pakhtoon, President, Kashmir Houseboat Owners Association, observed that Ladakhs tourism sector had adopted solar technology much earlier than Kashmir. He stressed the need to accelerate the transition to renewable energy in the Valley. He said houseboat owners were willing to adopt solar technology but would require a cluster-based approach to make the transition viable and sustainable. He added that the association was ready to take the initiative forward. Nasir Shah, Chairman, IATO-J&K and Convenor, Hospitality and Travel Committee, PHDCCI, called for greater adoption of solar and green energy solutions in the hospitality sector. Referring to states such as Kerala and Goa, he said the authorities should consider making renewable energy adoption mandatory for hotels in Kashmir, keeping in view the regions fragile environment. Rohit Singh, Area Sales Manager, J&K, Tata Power Solar Ltd, made a detailed presentation on the companys product portfolio and customised solar solutions available for MSMEs. The education sector was represented by Dr Baba Nazrul Islam, State President, Private Schools Association J&K (PSAJK), who attended the session along with his team. The delegation held discussions with Tata Power Solar on developing a dedicated scheme to encourage schools to adopt solar energy. Representing the cold chain sector, Ubair Shah, Director, Super-fresh CA Store, highlighted the high initial capital expenditure involved in installing solar systems at controlled-atmosphere (CA) stores. He called for a dedicated scheme or policy to support initial investments and facilitate the sectors transition to renewable energy. Shahejehan Khan, Director, Hyacinth and Convenor, Food Processing Industry, PHDCCI Kashmir, shared his experience of financing solar and other projects through SIDBI. He suggested that other financial institutions adopt similar technology-driven and simplified financing models to facilitate investment in renewable energy. The interactive session featured detailed deliberations on the benefits of adopting solar solutions across different MSME sectors. Participants also discussed customised installations, financing options and the full-system warranty and insurance facilities offered by Tata Power Solar. The senior technical team of KPDCL was also present during the session. Paresh Kumar, Regional Trade Marketing Head for the North and Central Region, Tata Power Solar Ltd, attended the programme along with Sudesh, Regional Sales Manager for the J&K and Ladakh region. Kashmir Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd, the companys channel partner in Kashmir, also participated in the interaction with MSME representatives. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Qaiser Mir, Co-Convenor, SHE Forum and Renewable Energy Committee, PHDCCI Kashmir, and Director, Orion Valley Solar Pvt Ltd. The event was moderated by Iqbal Fayaz Jan, Deputy Director, PHDCCI.
The first kangri of the season had arrived in our OPD. It was tucked beneath the pheran of Ghulam Rasool sahib, a retired headmaster from Nowhatta, who walked in with his son, Bilal, close behind. Salaam, Doctor sahib. Bi chhus theek, he announced before he had even sat down. I am fine. Bilal had a different account. He gets up four or five times every night. His pheran has become loose on him. Mouj says it is just the cold. We asked Rasool sahib when he had last checked his blood sugar. Shugar? He laughed. Doctor sahib, my father lived to ninety, eating two plates of bata twice a day. Nobody in our family ever had shugar. Hat-hez soun khandaan Zaaneni ye Balai . We hear same version of this almost every week. Our fathers walked to the fields, the masjid and the market. Today, we eat much the same portions but spend far more time sitting- in cars, offices and in front of screens. The plate has stayed the same; the life around it has changed. We arranged an urgent assessment and a lab blood glucose. A finger-prick test took less than a minute. The glucometer showed 420 mg/dL, two hours after his breakfast of nun chai and two kulchas. Khodayo, Rasool sahib said quietly. After a pause, he added, Yi chhu Khodaysund Karun . This is Gods will. We hear that often, too. We told him what we tell our patients: faith also asks us to care for the body we have been given. Finding a health problem early is part of that care, not a challenge to it. Why early matters On 14 November, the world marks World Diabetes Day. The International Diabetes Federations theme for 2026 and 2027 is Early action on diabetes. The message is simple: identify the problem early, act in time and reduce the risk of complications. Rasool sahibs thirst and frequent trips to the toilet at night were not the beginning of his diabetes; they were warning signs that had appeared late. Type 2 diabetes can remain silent for years. During that time, persistently high blood sugar can damage the eyes, kidneys and nerves, and increase the risk of heart and blood-vessel disease. Some of our patients discover they have diabetes only when they present with a foot wound that refuses to healor after a heart attack. So all these years he had it, and we never knew? Bilal asked. Quite possibly. Then what about me? That was the right question. The question every son and daughter should ask Bilal was 34. He worked at a bank desk and drove to the office. His waistline had gradually increased since his wedding, and his fathers diagnosis added another reason for him to get screened. People of South Asian origin are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes at a younger age and at a lower BMI than many other populations. A waist circumference above 90 cm in men or 80 cm in women is a warning signeven when the weighing scale does not seem alarming. We advised Bilal to get a fasting blood glucose or HbA1c test. Doctor sahib, I feel completely fine. So did your father, last year. His report arrived two days later: HbA1c 6.1%. This was in the prediabetes range, not the diabetes range. Wallah, so I have it? No. You have a warning signand the good news is that this is the stage when action can make a real difference. Prediabetes is an important window of opportunity. At this stage, changes in eating habits, physical activity and weight can delay or, in some people, prevent the progression to type 2 diabetes. Large studies, including research from India, have demonstrated this. But taking action early matters. Nun chai, bata and the winter problem Then came the hard part: the kitchen. You will stop my nun chai? Rasool sahib asked, alarmed. Nobody is taking your nun chai away, we reassured him. The tea itself is not the main concern for blood sugar; it is often what accompanies it. Two kulchas, a bakarkhani or sometimes a butter-laden lavasa, repeated two or three times a day, followed by a full plate of bata at lunch and another at dinner.We agreed on small, realistic changes. One kulcha instead of two. Fill half the plate with haakh, nadru, dal or salad, and keep the portion of bata modest. Reduce the sugar in kehwa gradually, a little each week. At a wazwan, enjoy the rista and goshtaba, but be mindful of the rice and avoid making a second helping of phirin a habit.Winter brings its own challenge. Once Chillai Kalan sets in, many of us spend more time indoors, close to the kangri. Daily walking often falls away, and blood sugar control can suffer. We suggested that Rasool sahib begin with a 1015-minute walk after mealseven indoors, or up and down the corridor if the weather is harsh. A short walk after eating can help reduce the rise in blood glucose. Pakiv? At my age, Doctor sahib? he asked with a smile. Pakiv. Especially at your age. But I walk every day, Doctor sahib Before they left, Bilal waved in his mother, Mehmooda, who had been waiting on the bench outside. This was the same Mouj who had blamed the cold. She had a complaint of her own, and it came out in a rush.Doctor sahib, I walk every morning, from our house to Jamia Masjid and back. I have stopped rice at night. I eat half of what I used to. And still my weight goes up. My sisters-in-law say I must be eating secretly.She had gained six kilos in two years. Her knees ached on the stairs, Bilal said she snored, and her fasting sugar was close to the prediabetes range.We hear this frustration often, and it usually comes with a quieter shame: the feeling that the weighing scale is passing judgement on ones character. So we told her what medical science now says plainly. Obesity is not a failure of willpower. It is a chronic disease.The body treats its stored fat as something to protect. When we eat less, the hormones that make us hungry rise and the hormones that tell us we are full fall. The body also starts burning fewer calories at rest, as if preparing for a famine. A morning walk is excellent for the heart, the blood sugar and the mood, but on its own it burns far less than most people imagineroughly the energy in a single kulchaand it often sharpens the appetite later in the day. Weight is also pushed upwards by poor sleep, stress, the hormonal changes around menopause, an underactive thyroid and some commonly used medicines, including steroids and certain drugs for depression, epilepsy and diabetes. And with every passing decade we lose muscle, the tissue that burns energy, unless we work to keep it. None of this means effort is wasted. It means obesity behaves like high blood pressure or diabetes itself: it has many causes, it tends to return when treatment stops, and it needs long-term care rather than a few weeks of starving. In 2025, both an international expert commission and a group of Indian experts, writing in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, moved towards judging obesity by what it is doing to a persons healththe waist, blood sugar, blood pressure, joints, breathing during sleepand not by the number on the scale alone.So we changed the question from Why arent you trying harder? to What is driving your weight? We checked her thyroid and HbA1c and went through every medicine she was taking. We kept the walk and added simple strength exercises twice a weekstanding up from a chair and sitting down again, lifting water bottles filled at the tapto protect her muscle. We moved some protein to breakfast: an egg, a bowl of curd or some dal alongside the nun chai, which keeps hunger away longer than a second kulcha. We talked about sleep. The first goal was simply to stop the gain; losing even five to ten per cent of body weight after that brings real benefits for sugar, blood pressure and knees. And we told her that if these steps were not enough, there are now effective medicines for obesity, and for some people surgeryprescribed and monitored by a doctor, not bought on a neighbours advice or after watching a video on the phone. So it is not just me being greedy? she asked. No. It is a disease. And diseases are treated, not blamed. What we do not say aloud At the door, Bilal lowered his voice. His younger sister had been unusually tired lately. Should she be tested, too? But if anything is found, nobody should know. Her rishta is being discussed.This is the part of diabetes we rarely discuss openly in Kashmir. Some families conceal the diagnosis, particularly in young women, fearing stigma and its consequences for marriage. That fear can delay testing and treatment. A woman whose diabetes is detected early and managed well can study, work, marry and have healthy children. It is delayed diagnosis and poor controlnot the diagnosis itselfthat can cause harm.A word, too, for parents: children can develop diabetes, most commonly type 1 diabetes. A child who suddenly becomes very thirsty, passes urine frequently, starts wetting the bed again or loses weight needs an urgent blood-glucose check. Type 1 diabetes can progress rapidly, and diabetic ketoacidosis can become life-threatening. Three months later Rasool sahib returned in February, through the snow, this time without his kangri. His blood sugars had improved. Bilal had lost a few centimetres around his waist and had started walking to work twice a week. Mehmoodas weight had stopped climbing for the first time in years, and she had lost two kilos. Doctor sahib, Rasool sahib said as he sat down, Bi chhus theek. This time, we believed him. This World Diabetes Day, take one simple step. If you are 30 or older, have excess weight around your waist or have a family history of diabetes, get your blood sugar checked. A fasting blood glucose or HbA1c test is widely available at health centres. And if your weight keeps rising despite honest effort, see a doctor: that is a medical problem, not a moral one. Do not wait for excessive thirst or frequent urination. By then, the disease may have been present for years. Ghulam Rasool, Mehmooda and Bilal are composite characters based on everyday clinical encounters. Dr Muzaffar Amin Shah is Senior Resident and Dr M Hayat Bhat is Head Department of Endocrinology, GMC Srinagar
Diabetes, known since antiquity, was described by Sushruta in 6th-century BCE in India as Madhumeha. The Greek physician Apollonius coined the term diabetes around 250 BCE, while Thomas Willis added mellitus in 1675. Insulins discovery by Banting and Best in 1921 revolutionised treatment, earning them the 1923 Nobel Prize. Today, diabetes is a global epidemic. Diabetes mellitus is broadly categorized into two main forms: Type 1, resulting from the autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells, and Type 2, driven by impaired insulin secretion and cellular insulin resistance. Though Type 1 diabetes starts at relatively young ages like children, adolescents and young adults and Type II in Middle Ages around 45 years but there are no real cut offs. The key is an early recognition. The World Health Organization in a study of worldwide trends in diabetes prevalence and treatment from 1990 to 2022 estimates that diabetes will be the 7th leading cause of death. In India in 2023, a report by the ICMR on Metabolic and non-communicable diseases data highlighted an overall weighted prevalence of 11.4% (Jammu region 18.9 %) alongside a prediabetes prevalence of 15.3% (Jammu region 10.8%). As per the updated National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) across the combined Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, (2023-24) survey reported that 13% of women and 11.3% of men aged 15 and above in Jammu and Kashmir have elevated blood sugar levels or are taking medication for diabetes. To confront this growing crisis, World Diabetes Day is observed annually on November 14th coinciding with the date of birth of Sir Fredrick Banting. The campaign theme this year emphasizes Early action on diabetes, underscoring the critical need for earlier diagnosis, expanded access to comprehensive care, and the reduction of social stigma. It is alarming that according to a global health data published by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and analytical medical research organizations 40% of individuals with diabetes remain undiagnosed. This proportion is likely to be even higher in our Indian settings. Early diagnosis hinges on public awareness of classic symptoms: excessive thirst (polydipsia), frequent urination (polyuria), unexplained fatigue and weakness, and rapid weight loss despite a good appetite. Recommended screening milestones include a basic blood sugar check where every individual should know their baseline levelsin a healthy adult, fasting blood sugar should ideally be below 100 mg/dL, and random samples (2 hours post meal) should remain under 140 mg/dL as per the American Diabetic Association (ADA) 2026 guidelines. Those ADA recommends a blood sugar estimation at age 35 years regardless of weight. However, in persons with a higher risk overweight or obese (BMI 25 kg/m or >85th percentile for youth) and have additional risk factors such as: Family history of diabetes, High-risk race or ethnicity, like us in India, history of gestational diabetes, Conditions associated with insulin resistance (such as polycystic ovary syndrome or high blood pressure), screening should start at in youth/ adolescence starting at age 10 years or the onset of puberty. Glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1c). Timely diagnosis is only valuable when paired with accessible, affordable care and sustained lifestyle integration. Effective management requires a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach: Lifestyle Optimization: Adopt a healthy diet low in refined carbohydrates and sugars, rich in seasonal fruits, vegetables, and fibre. Combine this with regular physical activityaiming for more than 8,000 steps per day at least 5 days a week, supplemented by strengthening exercises for a minimum of 2 hours per weekand absolute avoidance of tobacco in any form. These foundational steps reduce reliance on medications. Pharmacological and Clinical Targets: Modern therapeutics effectively minimize the risk of heart failure, heart attacks, and strokes. For established diabetics, maintaining glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1c) levels close to 6.5% to 7% is paramount. Comprehensive Vascular Protection: Blood sugar control must be coupled with keeping blood pressure at or below 130/80 mm Hg and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels below 70 mg/dL. Many essential medications are readily available as high-efficacy, low-cost generics manufactured by reputable Indian pharmaceutical companies. Environmental and Policy Support: Curbing Type 2 diabetes requires healthier community environments, calling for active contributions from health, urban planning, and rural development ministries to ensure universal access to healthy food, safe recreational spaces, and quality health services. Beyond the physiological toll, individuals with diabetes frequently face psychological burdens due to social stigma. Well-meaning family members and peers often attribute the condition to poor dietary self-indulgence, lack of willpower, or sheer carelessness. This social pressure frequently drives patients into secrecy: avoiding insulin injections or skipping blood glucose monitoring in public or social gatherings. Left unaddressed, this cycle fosters denial, anxiety, and depressive states, which ultimately compromises metabolic control and accelerates complications. The paradigm shift needed requires empathetic counselling, ensuring patients are counselled that diabetes is a complex metabolic disorder shaped by intricate genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factorsit is never a personal failure. Treating physicians should provide compassionate clinical care by dedicating adequate time to educate patients thoroughly without inducing fear. The message of acceptance must be clear and unwavering: diabetes is nothing to be ashamed of, but simply a condition to be understood, accepted, and effectively managed. Conclusion: The battle against diabetes cannot be won by medicines and medical interventions alone. It requires a collective commitment involving individuals, families, healthcare professionals, communities and policymakers. We must move from a reactive approach, where treatment begins after the disease is detected, to a proactive way of prevention, early screening and sustained health awareness. Equally important is the need to replace judgement with empathy and stigma with understanding. No individual should ever feel embarrassed or discriminated against for living with diabetes. Humanity has travelled a remarkable journey from recognizing the sweetness of urine in ancient India to discovering insulin and developing sophisticated therapies by a joint effort so that we can prevent life-threatening complications. Yet, despite these extraordinary scientific advances, the real challenge remains ensuring that their benefits reach every individual. Our ultimate goal should not merely be to help people live with diabetes, but to prevent diabetes wherever possible and enable those affected to live longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives. Early awareness, timely action and compassionate care must become the cornerstones of this global fight. Author is Founder Director, Gauri Kaul Foundation
Greater reliance on clean energy
The 31st meeting of the Conference of Parties (COP) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is currently underway in Turkiye. The UNFCCC was concluded in 1992 and, through it, the international community, especially the advanced countries, committed themselves to controlling climate change. By the late 1980s environmental scientists had conveyed a strong message to the global political class that unless serious steps were taken to control the emission of greenhouse gases (GHG) global warming would increase to levels that would endanger life on the planet as humanity had known it so far. The countries that signed the UNFCCC, which came into force in 1994, agreed to hold annual meetings so that policies and programmes could be evolved to operationalise its basic principle of common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities. This meant that the advanced countries accepted their historical responsibility of contributing to climate change through the use of hydrocarbons. Hence, as the COP process beganits first meeting was held in 1995 in Germanythe developing world, which is now known by the term Global South, pressed the advanced countries to ensure that climate change mitigation and adaptation to its consequences should not be at the cost of the reduction and elimination of poverty. The advanced countries accepted in COP 1997 held in Kyoto, Japan that, as a UN document states they are largely responsible for the current high levels of GHG emissions in the atmosphere. The document further stated that these countries also agreed on targets that add[ed] up to an average 5 per cent emission reduction compared to 1990 levels over the five year period 20082012. Far from controlling GHG, the advanced countries emissions increased. They also did not fulfill their financial commitments to the Global South for mitigation of and adaptation to climate change. With the rise of China and the emerging economies gaining greater strength, the advanced countries began to link climate change to geo-politics and effectively moved away from the principle of common but differentiated responsibility. At COP 2015, in Paris, they compelled the Global South to accept nationally determined goals to reduce GHG emissions. At the same time they held that global temperatures should not exceed 1.5% Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Two years later, in 2017, President Donald Trump, who believes that climate change is a hoax, pulled the US out of the Paris Accord. His successor took the US back to it but Trump, in his second term, has not only not re-instated his approach to climate change but has asked US oil and gas companies to increase production. With the worlds most powerful country and the worlds highest per-capita emitter currently turning its back on climate change control endeavours and behaving irresponsibly in respect of the greatest existential crisis facing humanity, the present COP meeting is being held in unpropitious circumstances. Linked to climate change is the entire issue of sustainable development. That means that there should be ever greater reliance on clean energy but also that human development has to avoid damage to the environment. The result of environmental damage is paid, especially by the poor. This is witnessed in North India every winter when air pollution takes an enormous toll on all but particularly the poor people. Air pollution damages human health. This aspect was strikingly illustrated by one of Indias foremost thoracic surgeons, Dr Arvind Kumar who is based in the National Capital Region. He told a TV news channel that now more than half of his patients have black lungs. He is finding them in non-smoker patients, including some who are young. He said that he was not involved in politics but as a doctor he was finding the current state of air pollution dangerous for all. Till three decades ago the north Indian winter was generally considered as a pleasant part of the year. Except for a few days when it became bitterly cold during winter rains the temperatures were bearable and there was sunlight and blue skies. The air was crisp too. Now that is a distant dream for the better part of the winter months The path to the improvement of air quality can only be realistically achieved through a whole of the year approach when polluting industries are compelled to effectively put in effluent treatment mechanisms for all kinds of pollution. This also means encouraging sustainable agricultural and animal husbandry policies and preventing pollution by the construction industry. This will require enormous political and administrative will and the adoption of a responsible attitude by the business class. All this will not be easy but is achievable. Indeed, there is no escape from this comprehensive policy approach because the alternative is to damage the health prospects of the younger and coming generations. That will have an unacceptable negative impact on national interest. The Modi government is committed to clean energy. It has promoted solar energy and within India the contribution of renewable energy to the national grid is increasing annually. Indeed, India is also achieving, if not exceeding, its targets for the national goals it has laid down on the energy front. The same seriousness has to be shown in controlling air pollution in the winter months. But it can only be so if all authorities in India and the people become aware of the comprehensive dangers it poses to the lives and health of the people. That will need a change in attitudes and action all the year not palliatives during the winter months alone. To handle climate change and pursue sustainable development action at all levelsglobal, regional, national and localis needed.
Argentina beaten by Uruguay in first game since Messi retirement
A second-half own goal by Argentina defender Leonardo Balerdi followed by a fluky effort from Uruguay midfielder Maxi Araujo sealed defeat for the 2026 World Cup runners-up.
NBCA, Takyel Khongbal defeated IMA FA, Wangoi 3 1 to leapfrog SKYC, Sekmai to the top of the ongoing 31st L Sangita Devi Memorial 1st Division Football League at the KYC N ground in Khurkhul NBCA, who played out a 2 2 draw with KRYPHSA in their previous outing, sealed their third win riding on a flurry of first half goals from Chanambam Mangal 2
Tam FC Sekta and Sekta FC clinch titles at 169 Bn CRPF organised District Level Football Tournament
A seven day district level football tournament organized by the 169 Bn Central Reserve Police Force CRPF concluded with a closing ceremony at Chanung Ground today Held under the Sports for Peace and Development Across the Nation SPANDAN initiative, the competition featured matches across two age categories Under 18 and Above 18 to 21 In the Under 18 final, Tam FC Sekta secured the championship title with a dominant 6 2 victory over YGC Wakhong br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e paolive net galleries images News Related 2026 11 Football 20261114 jpg border 1 alt Tam FC Sekta and Sekta FC clinch titles at 169 Bn CRPF organised District Level Football Tournament td tr tr td align center Tam FC Sekta and Sekta FC clinch titles at 169 Bn CRPF organised District Level Football Tournament td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br In the Above 18 to 21 category, Sekta FC emerged as champions after defeating Chanung Sintha Club CSC 3 0 in the summit clash The podium finishers were respectively feted with cash prize of Rs 30,000 Rs 20,000 and Rs 10,000, in addition to trophies, medals, and certificates Individual excellence was also recognized, with the Best Player of the Tournament and Best Goalkeeper in each category receiving cash awards of Rs 3,000 apiece Arjuna Awardee and Olympian weightlifter Ngangbam Sonia Chanu graced the closing ceremony as a distinguished guest Addressing the gathering, she highlighted the transformative role of sports and urged young athletes to remain determined and pursue their goals despite challenges and limited opportunities Emphasizing dedication, hard work, and a positive attitude as the keys to success, she noted that Manipur
Trump, Xi and Putin plan unprecedented summit as wars strain global relations
WASHINGTON (AP) The leaders of the United States, China and Russia plan to meet Thursday on the sidelines of next week's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in China's tech hub of Shenzhen an unprecedented gathering of the heads of the world's biggest nuclear powers. While the leaders gathering for joint talks will mark a singular moment, analysts say expectations are low that the talks will lead to major breakthroughs and say they will be heavier in symbolism than substance. Plans for the three-way summit with Donald Trump , Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin were confirmed Friday by the White House. It comes at a complicated moment in relations between the three countries. Trump has warmly embraced Xi after coming to a truce in their short-lived trade war last year and in spite of differences over the U.S. war with Iran and other tensions between the world's foremost economic powers. Similarly, Trump has sought to build his relationship with Putin, even as the Russian leader has persisted in his nearly 5-year-old war with Ukraine and as Moscow has deepened its military, intelligence and diplomatic partnership with Iran . The U.S. president has insisted that such a meeting would provide an opportunity for the three leaders to discuss the U.S. war with Iran and his goal of reaching a three-way agreement on their nuclear arms stockpiles. Trump does plan on discussing the Iran war with Xi and Putin, but will steer away from discussing Ukraine, according to a senior U.S. official who briefed reporters on the condition of anonymity. The last nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States expired in February, removing caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century. When that treaty known as New START expired, Trump rejected a call by Russia to extend the two-country deal for another year and called for a new, improved and modernized deal that includes China . The trilateral meeting is intended to serve as the beginning of hopefully a conversation on nuclear disarmament that can be productive going forward, said the U.S. official, who added that no agreements are expected to be announced. But Beijings arsenal of more than 600 warheads, according to Pentagon estimates, is far smaller than inventories held by the U.S. and Russia, each estimated to have more than 5,000 warheads. With U.S. and Russian arsenals dwarfing its stockpile, China has shown little interest in developing a nuclear pact. Trump administration officials acknowledge that the nuclear stockpile issue is a difficult one for Beijing to engage on, but the U.S. official characterized the meeting as the moment for China to step up ... to the adult table on a matter of international importance. Beijing was least certain about the value of the summit By agreeing to host the meeting, Xi may be calculating that the moment offers him an opportunity to flex China's growing clout and prestige. For the Kremlin, the planned trilateral meeting is a coveted chance to posture as a superpower on par with Washington and Beijing. I think the key for Putin was that this was very much about signaling a desire to talk to the president and talk to Chairman Xi in a way that suggests that theyre making decisions on Ukraine, which obviously the Ukrainians and the Europeans dont like, said Edgard Kagan, a former U.S. ambassador to Malaysia who is now at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. The trilateral could very well overshadow the APEC summit. The summit, which is bringing 21 economies to Shenzhen, marks a big moment for China to show off its fast-growing, ultramodern coastal metropolis that transformed from a small fishing village into a global technology and economic hub in just a few decades. More substantively, such a gathering could also muddy China's argument that a Cold War mentality in the West was a contributing factor that led to Russias war on Ukraine and its pointed criticism that the U.S. has undermined international institutions and treaties with how it has executed its war against Iran. The trilateral meeting could undercut China's push to portray itself as a defender of free trade at APEC, said Hoo Tiang Boon, a professor of Chinese foreign policy at Nanyang Technological University. You sort of run counter to Chinese support of multilateralism, he said. The leaders have met in pairs plenty of times over the years Putin and Xi are no strangers. They've fostered a close personal relationship, meeting more than 40 times since Xi became president in 2013 and addressing each other as dear friend. Trump and Putin have met face-to-face on seven different occasions, most recently in Alaska in August 2025. Xi and Trump have held face-to-face talks on eight occasions, including a September state visit to Washington by Xi . Beijing is the No. 1 trading partner for Moscow, a relationship that has strengthened since Putin sent troops into Ukraine in 2022. As the EU and the West sought to economically isolate Russia, China increased its purchases of Russias energy resources and became Moscow's principal supplier of key technologies, including high-tech components for Russian weapons industries. Beijing has ignored Western demands to cut those supplies. In the lead-up to Russia's war on Ukraine, Xi and Putin declared their countries had a no-limits friendship. China officially has said it is neutral on the conflict, while charging that Kyivs Western allies played a part in provoking Russias military action in Ukraine. Moscow, in turn, has repeatedly declared its support for Beijings policy on issues related to Taiwan. Trump recently struck a diesel deal with Russia , waiving sanctions against Moscow and allowing for the sale of millions of tons of the fuel. The U.S. leader has blamed surging energy prices on Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries. Analysts, however, say the rise in global crude prices is due mostly to the Iran war . Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed concern that the trilateral meeting could serve as a platform for discussing a possible Ukraine deal behind Kyivs back. Planning for the summit has drawn comparisons to the Yalta Conference, the 1945 gathering at which the leaders of the U.S., Britain and the Soviet Union agreed to divide Germany and Berlin into four military occupation zones and finalized plans for establishing the United Nations. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has dismissed the Yalta comparisons, noting that any potential agreements reached in Shenzhen cant be enforced on others. Its clear that a meeting between the leaders of countries such as Russia, China and the United States is extremely significant, Peskov said. However, lets not forget that the vision for a global order is that no one tries to impose any particular view of global order, and it should be based entirely on mutual benefit and mutual respect. ___ Wu reported from Bangkok and Isachenkov from Moscow. This article originally appeared on Associated Press at https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-xi-putin-hold-unprecedented-234022722.html
PM Surya Ghar : J&Ks additional solar subsidy among lowest
UT offers Rs 3,000 per kW subsidy, up to Rs 9,000 for 3 kW Several States offer substantially higher financial assistance Srinagar, Nov 13: As the Centre pushes rooftop solar adoption across the country under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, Jammu and Kashmir is offering a relatively modest additional subsidy to consumers, with the Union Territory's contribution capped at Rs 9,000 for a three-kilowatt (kW) rooftop solar system. A comparative statement accessed by Rising Kashmir regarding additional state subsidies shows that J&K provides Rs 3,000 per kW up to a maximum capacity of three kW, while several other States and Union Territories are extending considerably higher financial assistance to encourage households to switch to solar energy. The difference becomes evident when compared with other regions. Nagaland offers Rs 50,000 for systems up to three kW, while Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep provide Rs 45,000 per kW for the first two kW and Rs 27,000 for the additional one kW. Delhi provides Rs 26,000 per kW up to three kW, taking its additional subsidy to Rs 78,000. Odisha offers Rs 25,000 per kW for the first two kW and Rs 10,000 for the additional one kW, taking the total to Rs 60,000 for a three-kW system. Similarly, Goa provides Rs 20,000 per kW for the first two kW and Rs 22,500 per kW for additional capacity up to 10 kW for residential consumers. Ladakh offers Rs 20,000 per kW for the first two kW and Rs 10,000 for the additional one kW, taking its additional assistance to Rs 50,000 for a three-kW system. Other states also provide varying levels of support. Uttar Pradesh offers Rs 15,000 per kW up to two kW, while Chhattisgarh provides Rs 15,000 per kW up to two kW for residential consumers. Bihar offers Rs 10,000 per kW, capped at Rs 20,000 per consumer. Under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, the Central Government provides financial assistance to eligible residential consumers for installing rooftop solar systems. Jammu and Kashmir, being a special-category region, is entitled to central assistance of Rs 33,000 per kW for the first two kW and Rs 19,800 for the additional one kW, taking the maximum central subsidy to Rs 85,800 for a three-kW system. With the UT's additional contribution of Rs 9,000, an eligible consumer in J&K can receive total financial assistance of up to Rs 94,800 for a three-kW installation. The scheme aims to enable one crore households across the country to generate electricity through rooftop solar installations and receive up to 300 units of free electricity every month. The comparatively lower additional contribution by J&K, however, brings into focus the scope for enhancing the UT's support to make rooftop solar installations more affordable for households and encourage wider adoption of renewable energy, particularly at a time when the Valley faces increased electricity demand during winter.
Goalkeeper involved in fatal collision gets 12-game ban
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Why Indians behave better at sacred sites
The tranquil and indescribably beautiful environs of Kamarpukur and Joyrambati, the birthplaces of Sri Ramkrishna Paramhansa and Maa Sarada Devi in the verdant plains of West Bengal, are truly balms for the soul. Green-gold vistas of ripening rice fields criss-crossed by a myriad of small rivers and dotted with distant sleepy hamlets greeted the eye as a friend and I headed there from Kolkata. And the early morning autumn sun cast a golden, almost divine glow.It was a world away from the pollution-spewing trucks and buses, factories and warehouses that crowd the suburbs of Kolkata beyond the graceful Vidyasagar Setu arching over the Hooghly. Once the cacophony of the Durgapur Expressway was left behind, there was a perceptible change in mood. Anyone who lives in a frenetic big city these days would vouch that stress is endemic and heading out, away from the madding crowds, leads to an instant lowering of tension.And peace is the overwhelming feeling upon entering the impeccably maintained compounds in both villages that contain not only the quaintly thatched huts where the two elevated souls came into this world, but also prayer halls, offices, bhog areas, dispensaries, guesthouses and flower-filled gardens. Given that thousands - exceeding 20,000 on important days - visit Kamarpukur and Joyrambati daily and stay on for bhog prasad, the compounds' serenity is hard to believe.And their cleanliness stuns. Forget jhalmuri packets, tissue papers or plastic water bottles, not even fallen leaves or dust mar the pathways and gardens. It is not as if there are armies of sweepers on hand to pick up detritus either; visitors are simply more mindful while on the premises. How come? After all Indians these days are notorious for being loud, littering gits, on par with British lager louts. It seems that it all depends on whether places inspire respect and restraint.In the expansive hallowed campuses of Kamarpukur and Joyrambati, these same people - Indians - did not talk loudly; they did not try to scratch their initials on pillars; they did not drape themselves on walls or amid the flowers to take selfies; they did not throw trash into the ponds; and they did not let their children turn into screeching, high-speed, wrecking balls. Polite attendants firmly told the few infringers to abide by the rules. And they all willingly complied.I have seen a similar all-pervasive calm at the Belur Math of the Ramakrishna Mission near Kolkata, the Aurobindo Ashram in Pondicherry and the Golden Temple in Amritsar, thousands of miles apart. There are more such places around India where desi visitors are anything but the kind of Ugly Indian Tourist that locals complain about from Goa to Gangtok, Kashmir to Kanyakumari. That just begs the question why Indians are so badly behaved in many other places.An overwhelming majority of those who come to Kamarpukur and Joyrambati are devotees. They, therefore, know the sanctity of those places and behave accordingly. The same is true of the sacred precincts at Belur, Pondicherry and Amritsar. But why is the same courtesy not extended to all places they visit? Do only the divine merit courtesy, cleanliness and calm? The public's behaviour at these places show that Indians can be model visitors when we want to be.At Kamarpukur and Joyrambati it is hard to be anything but ideal visitors, though. There's something about the cumulative effect of their soothing tranquillity broken only by birdsong and trees rustling in the autumn breeze, the fresh flowers artfully arranged around the statues of Sri Ramkrishna and Maa Sarada Devi, and the smiling sanyasis telling stories of the divine couple's limitless humanity and humbleness... On the journey back to Kolkata, our hearts were full.
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Leaders must address rising public aspirations: CM Naidu
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Nov 13 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has stressed the need for ongoing engagement between governments and the public, saying leaders must address rising public aspirations. He said leaders must regularly listen to public concerns, understand rising aspirations, and build trust through effective communication and delivery. In a fireside chat hosted by journalist Palki Sharma on Friday on the second day of the 31st CII Partnership Summit here, he said governments must either meet people's expectations or clearly communicate what they can achieve and within what timeframe. He was responding to a question on public protests, dissent and the balance between law enforcement and people's right to express their concerns. He believes that a lack of trust develops when people's aspirations rise but leadership performance fails to match them. He cited developments in Europe as an example of how growing expectations and a trust deficit can lead to public disturbances. On the situation in India, he said the country has so far maintained a positive environment but must continue working to preserve it as public aspirations increase. Chandrababu Naidu emphasised that personal wealth alone cannot bring happiness unless society as a whole is happy. Calling for collective responsibility, he said politicians, industry leaders, academicians and parents must work together to address people's expectations. He also highlighted the growing influence of technology and social media, observing that in the past, only major organisations and prominent personalities could shape public opinion, whereas today everyone has the power to become an influencer. He said governments and leaders must recognise this changing reality and remain responsive to every section of society. The TDP chief praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, describing him as a strong leader with a positive understanding of technology and development. He said his five decades of political experience had allowed him to work with several Prime Ministers, beginning with Indira Gandhi, and that he had also played a role in the selection of Prime Ministers in the past. Responding to a question on his influence as an NDA alliance partner in the functioning of the Union government, CM Naidu said he had found PM Modi particularly receptive to technology-related discussions. He recalled that earlier, when he spoke about technology, many leaders did not fully understand its importance, whereas PM Modi not only understood the subject but also guided him on how to take technological initiatives forward. He mentioned that Andhra Pradesh ranks second in the country, after Goa, in access equality, according to a study by O.P. Jindal Global University, despite ranking 13th in per capita income. He said the ranking reflects the government's efforts to ensure that essential facilities and welfare benefits reach the last mile. Highlighting the government's Super Six welfare initiatives, he said nearly 63 lakh families receive monthly financial assistance of 4,000, 6,000, 10,000 or 15,000, based on their economic conditions and specific needs, including old age, physical disabilities and bedridden conditions. He also outlined other welfare measures, including 15,000 annually for each eligible school-going child from Class 1 to 12 under the Thalliki Vandanam scheme, credited to the mother's account. Under the farmer assistance programme, the Centre's 6,000 annual support is supplemented with 14,000 by the state, taking the total assistance to 20,000 per farmer annually. He further highlighted three free LPG cylinders annually for women and free bus travel for nearly 85 lakh women across the state.
UP: Poll officials meet in Ghaziabad to review Special Summary Revision-2027
Digital Desk | Lucknow/Ghaziabad, Nov 13 (IANS) The Divisional Commissioner on Friday led discussions at a review meeting in Ghaziabad district on preparations for the Special Summary Revision-2027 of the assembly electoral rolls, an official said. The meeting discussed in detail the preparations for the Special Summary Revision, the publication of the draft electoral roll and the action plan to include the names of as many eligible citizens as possible in the electoral roll, the official said in a statement. The meeting was attended by the District Election Officer, the Deputy District Election Officer, the Electoral Registration Officers of all assembly constituencies and the Assistant Electoral Registration Officers, it said. Under the Special Summary Revision-2027, the draft electoral roll will be published on November 17. Expressing satisfaction with the preparations, training and coordination among the officers of Ghaziabad, the officials said that the District Election Officer and all concerned officers will work effectively to achieve this challenging target within the stipulated time. Every citizen will have the opportunity to check the entries of themselves and their family members in the electoral roll. Citizens will also be able to verify the accuracy of their name, age, gender, photo and other details. After the publication of the draft electoral roll, claims and objections will be received from November 17 to December 16, the statement said. During this period, Form 6 can be filled to include the names of eligible citizens, Form 7 can be filled to object to a name included in the electoral roll or to have the name of an ineligible person deleted, and Form 8 can be filled to make corrections to the name, address and other details, for a change of residence, for replacement of an EPIC and for marking as a voter with a disability, it said. The claims and objections received will be disposed of by December 28 and the final electoral roll will be published on January 4, said the office of the Uttar Pradesh CEO. The draft electoral rolls will also be available on the websites of the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh and the District Election Officer, at all concerned polling stations and in the offices of the Electoral Registration Officers. Copies of the electoral roll will also be provided to recognised political parties. During the revision, special campaign days will be organised on November 21 and 22 and November 28 and 29. On all four days, Booth Level Officers will be present at their respective polling stations and receive claims and objections from citizens. Drawing special attention to the status of voter registration in Ghaziabad, it was stated that the districts electoral roll currently has the names of more than approximately 23 lakh voters, whereas an estimated 10 lakh eligible citizens are still outside the electoral roll whose names should be included, said the statement. Instructions were given to make efforts on a large scale to achieve the target and to work on the Whole of Government and Whole of Society concept to achieve this goal. Under this, eligible citizens will be identified with the cooperation of various government departments, social organisations, Resident Welfare Associations, educational institutions and other bodies, and they will be encouraged to get their names entered in the electoral roll.
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INSV Hariyal sets sail from Goa to Sri Vijaya Puram to commemorate ancient Kalinga maritime heritage
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 13 (IANS) The Indian Navy's 40-foot ocean-going sailing vessel, INSV Hariyal, has embarked on a 1,600-nautical-mile expedition from Goa to Sri Vijaya Puram in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to commemorate the historic Southeast Asian voyages undertaken by ancient mariners from Kalinga (present-day Odisha) during Kartik Purnima. Highlighting the significance of the voyage, the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) stated that the expedition evokes India's age-old maritime links with Southeast Asia and the legacy of navigating with seasonal monsoon winds. Celebrating this rich heritage, the voyage will hone seamanship and professional competence, test endurance and resilience, foster camaraderie and promote sailing as a sport and a culture of adventure, while encouraging a vibrant sailing culture in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Command added. Over 2,500 years ago, Sadhabas (mariner merchants from Kalinga) sailed across the Bay of Bengal aboard large wooden ships known as boitas, transporting spices, textiles, ivory, and precious stones to Sri Lanka and distant Southeast Asian ports including Bali, Java, and Sumatra. Relying on seasonal wind patterns, these mariners departed as the southwest monsoon subsided, using the calm full moon of Kartik Purnima as their traditional launch date before returning with the northeast monsoon. In Odisha, this maritime heritage continues to be observed during Kartik Purnima through Boita Bandana (also known as Danga Bhasa), where people gather along rivers, ponds, and coastal shores at dawn to float miniature decorative boats crafted from paper, banana bark, or cork, adorned with betel leaves, betel nuts, flowers, and earthen lamps. The tradition is also celebrated through Bali Jatra, a major annual open-air fair held on the banks of the Mahanadi River at Gadagadia Ghat in Cuttack. Named after the yellow-footed green pigeon, the state bird of Maharashtra, INSV Hariyal is one of six ocean-going sailing yachts operated by the Indian Navy alongside INSV Mhadei, Tarini, Bulbul, Kadalpura, and Neelkanth. The vessel is regularly deployed for adventure expeditions, coastal awareness drives, and personnel training in navigation, seamanship, and communication. Its previous missions include the 2020 'Maha-Navy Connect' coastal awareness voyage along Maharashtra's ports, a 2022 overseas training deployment to Trincomalee Port in Sri Lanka alongside four sister vessels, and participation in the 2024 Inter-Command Ocean Sailing Race in Goa, where it represented the Eastern Naval Command and the Andaman and Nicobar Command.
Cost of distance: UP's Gorakhpur brings childhood cancer care closer to home
Digital Desk | Gorakhpur, Nov 13 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's Gorakhpur constituency is emerging as a model for decentralised childhood cancer care with the state government, along with other stakeholders, strengthening regional treatment hubs, shared-care networks and financial protection. A recent Indian study has highlighted the children are forced to travel long distances to reach specialised treatment centres, suggesting better paediatric oncology services beyond metros. Published in the Journal of Cancer Policy in September 2026, the study 'Motorised travel time to access childhood cancer care in India: A multi-centre geospatial analysis', examined 22,328 children receiving treatment at three major cancer centres in Delhi and Chennai. It found a median estimated travel time of 161 minutes, with nearly three-quarters of children travelling more than an hour to reach treatment. At Baba Raghav Das (BRD) Medical College in Gorakhpur, the development of a dedicated paediatric oncology service -- equipped for cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, medicines and patient-family support -- is demonstrating how government medical colleges can become stronger regional treatment hubs, a government official said. Doctor Kuldeep Singh, Assistant Professor of Paediatrics, said that the centre has attended to more than 100 childhood cancer patients since 2023. The 30-bed paediatric oncology ward is also serving families from neighbouring districts, Bihar and Nepal. As India marks Children's Day on November 14, the findings of the travel-time study serve as a reminder that the location of treatment services can impact a child's journey through cancer, he added. The strengthening of services at BRD Medical College builds on Project Suddridh, a paediatric oncology capacity-building initiative launched in the Gorakhpur region in 2022, and the May 2023 Memorandum of Understanding between national society CanKids and the Uttar Pradesh government's National Health Mission. For children in North Purvanchal, it means that better care can be provided within the region rather than requiring repeated journeys to Delhi, Mumbai or other distant cities. Uttar Pradesh, with an estimated 14,700 new childhood cancer cases annually among children and adolescents aged 019, is a priority state for policy makers for demonstrating an integrated approach to childhood cancer control, an official said, pointing to a model organised around four proposed Childhood Cancer District Divisions (CCDDs). The approach seeks to strengthen designated government medical colleges and tertiary hospitals as regional treatment hubs, while connecting them to district hospitals, other healthcare facilities and community health services through a structured hub-and-spoke network. For families affected by childhood cancer, long-distance treatment involves much more than travel expenses. Accommodation, food, lost wages, disrupted schooling and separation from family support systems can place an enormous burden on households. In 2016, Shaila and Pramod Giri travelled from Gorakhpur to AIIMS, Delhi, after their daughter Anshika was diagnosed with blood cancer. They made more than 20 trips and faced significant livelihood disruption. Anshika completed treatment. Today her parents work as a care coordinators in Gorakhpur, helping children with cancer and their families. In another case, Sanskriti and her family travelled from Siwan in Bihar to AIIMS, Delhi, for their daughter's surgery. With patient support and care coordination, her subsequent chemotherapy could be provided at BRD Medical College, allowing her father to return to work while treatment continued closer to home. Such examples demonstrate the importance of coordinated referrals and shared-care arrangements between specialist institutions and regional hospitals. Poonam Bagai, ICMR Central Ethics Committee on Human Research Member, Cankids founder and Childhood Cancer International's WHO South East Asia Region Representative, said, Uttar Pradesh is our demonstration model for how this can be achieved through sustained partnership with government and all concerned stakeholders. BRD Medical College in North Purvanchal shows what is possible, and we want to build on this experience across the state. The approach is not limited to Uttar Pradesh as we are working with other state governments as well, she added. Bagai emphasised that improving geographic access alone is insufficient. Bringing treatment closer to home must go hand in hand with financial protection, she said. India's 2030 goals are 100 per cent access to care, 100 per cent financial protection and at least 60 per cent survival, aligned with the UNGA80 call, the WHO Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer and Universal Health Coverage. The Uttar Pradesh demonstration model also envisages improved mapping of treatment facilities, patient registration, referral tracking, financial protection monitoring and outcome measurement to guide further expansion, she said.
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru/Dimapur, Nov 13 (IANS) FC Bengaluru United host Real Kashmir FC at the Bangalore Football Stadium while Nagaland United SC make their home debut when they welcome leaders Gokulam Kerala FC to the Chmoukedima Football Stadium in Dimapur in another weekend double-header in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2026/27 on Saturday. FC Bengaluru United return to the Bangalore Football Stadium sixth in the table with three points from two matches. After defeat in their opening fixture, they marked their first home game in the Indian Football League with a 4-3 win over Mohammedan SC last Friday. Headers from Marat Tareck and Gautam A. put them two goals up inside 20 minutes, and after Mohammedan drew level at 3-3, substitute Akshunna Tyagi headed the winner in the 91st minute. A second home win on Saturday could lift Head Coach Nallappan Mohanrajs side into the top four. Speaking ahead of the match, head coach Nallappan Mohanraj said, After losing our first game, the next match was very crucial, so bouncing back to get three points on our home turf was very important and gives us the confidence to go deep in this competition. The 4-3 result was great for the fans, but as a coach, I do not like to concede too many goals. We have understood our defensive lapses, worked on them in training, and we are prepared to flex ourselves to the maximum to get points against an experienced team like Kashmir. Russian striker Marat Tareck, one of the scorers against Mohammedan, said the mood in the camp had stayed high since that win. Everyone was really happy after the first win, and because we have a really good coaching staff who take care of the atmosphere, we could just enjoy the moment, said Tareck. In all the training and video sessions since, we have enjoyed the win, and we are looking forward to getting more points. Real Kashmir FC, captained by Marcus Joseph, travel south eighth in the table with one point from two matches. The Snow Leopards drew 1-1 with Sreenidi Deccan FC at home last Saturday. Lesotho forward Thabiso Nelson Brown, named Man of the Match, put them ahead in the 19th minute. He reacted first after Sreenidi goalkeeper Kamaljit Singh saved Josephs header from Lalawmpuia Sailos cross. Colombian forward David Castaeda Muoz equalised in the 52nd minute, and Brown came close to a winner ten minutes from time, but Kamaljit turned his effort away. Looking ahead to the trip, Head Coach Ishfaq Ahmad said, Away matches are always difficult, and you only get two days to adapt before you have to perform. The Bangalore Football Association ground is a challenge in itself, especially playing on that turf. We know FC Bengaluru United will have good confidence after their 4-3 win against Mohammedan SC, but we are here to compete. From our first to our second match, we have grown, and hopefully we will perform the same way we did against Sreenidi and play disciplined football to get a positive result. Mousa Qureshi said the squad had settled quickly in Bengaluru. The boys have been gelling well together since the first day of the season, everyone is quite motivated, and we have adjusted well to the Bengaluru weather, said Qureshi. It is a long season ahead, and we are improving each day and backing each other up. We know our ability and what we can do in this league, and hopefully the next match brings our first win. Saturdays match will be the first meeting between the two clubs in the Indian Football League. Home comfort for Nagaland United SC Nagaland United SC will play in front of their own supporters for the first time in the IFL 2026/27 on Saturday evening. The debutants are fifth with three points from one match, and a win would draw them level on points with the leaders. That single match was a 3-1 victory over Real Kashmir in Srinagar on October 30. JH Remlala scored in the third minute, and Vanlalhriatzuala K. doubled the lead in the 21st. Real Kashmir pulled one back through an own goal in the 59th minute before Vanlalhriatzuala, named Man of the Match, restored the two-goal cushion in the 74th. Speaking ahead of the clubs first home match, Head Coach Kaizad Ambapardiwalla said, Winning our IFL debut against Real Kashmir has given the players confidence and belief, but we understand that every match brings a new challenge. Gokulam Kerala FC are a quality side with experience, and we expect them to be well-organised, physically strong and dangerous in key moments. Playing our first-ever IFL home match in Nagaland is a matter of great pride and responsibility, and our primary focus is on maintaining our discipline, managing the tempo and fighting for a positive result. Captain Rohmingthanga said the occasion carried meaning well beyond the result. I thank God for our away win in Kashmir, and while the dressing room mood is good, one win is just a start, said Rohmingthanga. As captain, my job is to make sure the boys dont feel the pressure, but feel the pride, because this is not just 90 minutes this is history for Nagaland. We want to make our home a fortress, and we will give everything for this badge and this state to make our supporters proud, he added. Two-time champions Gokulam Kerala FC top the table with six points from two matches. Head coach Carlos Eduardo Parreiras side won 1-0 against 10-man Rajasthan United FC in Jaipur last Saturday. Brazilian forward Crislan Da Silva reacted first to a looping clearance in the 68th minute and lifted the ball over the advancing goalkeeper. The trip to Chmoukedima is the latest in a run of five consecutive away matches. Speaking ahead of the encounter, Gokulam Kerala FC head coach Carlos Eduardo Parreira acknowledged the challenge of facing a motivated debutant side backed by a vocal home crowd, but emphasized his squad's title ambitions. We had a good preparation coming off a strong away win, and we want to keep this good momentum going, Gokulam Kerala FC head coach Carlos Eduardo Parreira said. Nagaland had a very good game against Real Kashmir away, and since it will be their first match at home, we know they will come very strong against us with the support behind them. Our players are experienced and know how to deal with these situations. Outlining the club's objectives, Parreira added, Since we started the season, we have been preparing the team to finish in the top three and potentially be champions. If we want to be champions, we need to win these away games. We know it will be very tough to play here, but to continue our plans, we need to get these three points. Gokulam Kerala FC's Ghanaian forward Dennis Antwi echoed the confident mood within the dressing room as they chase a third consecutive victory. The team is very motivated, Dennis Antwi said. We are very happy to have won two games in a row, but we remain focused, and tomorrow we hope to keep the winning momentum going. This will be the first competitive meeting between the two clubs. With FC Bengaluru United and Real Kashmir FC both desperate to climb the table, and Nagaland United SC aiming to mark their historic home debut with a win against league leaders Gokulam Kerala FC, Saturday's double-header promises plenty of action and emotion.
AFC U17 Asian Cup qualifiers: India aim to continue winning run against Guam
Digital Desk | Kuala Lumpur, Nov 13 (IANS) India will look to build on their winning start when they take on Guam in their second Group E fixture of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium here on Saturday. The Blue Colts began their campaign with a 4-2 victory over Singapore, with Dallalmuon Gangte scoring a hat-trick and Ristik Maity finding the net in the 89th minute to secure all three points. However, head coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo believes his team still have areas to improve despite the encouraging result and has called for greater consistency, particularly in defence. There are always areas to improve, even after a good result, Wadoo said. India had to work hard for their victory against Singapore, recovering from going behind and responding after their opponents twice managed to draw level. The team eventually held their composure and scored twice in the final seven minutes to seal the win. Wadoo praised Gangte for his three-goal performance, describing an international hat-trick as a special achievement. I am very happy for Gangte. Scoring a hat-trick at the international level is a special achievement, and he deserves credit for his performance. I hope he continues to work hard, stays humble and keeps improving, he said. While expressing satisfaction with the team's attacking display, the coach stressed the need to improve their defensive organisation and decision-making in the final third. I would like to see more consistency in our defensive organisation and better concentration throughout the 90 minutes. We also need to manage important moments of the game better, especially when we are leading. We need to be more clinical with the chances we create and make better decisions in the final third, Wadoo said. India will face Guam for the first time at the U17 level. Their opponents have already suffered two defeats in the qualifiers, losing 0-6 to Singapore and 0-5 to Palestine. Despite Guam's results, Wadoo said India would approach the contest with the same seriousness as their opening fixture. We respect Guam as an opponent and are preparing for them with the same seriousness as we did for Singapore. At this level, every match presents its own challenges, and we cannot afford to underestimate any opponent, he said. India will aim to maintain their intensity, control possession and execute their tactical plans effectively as they look to collect another three points. The match will kick off at 1 p.m. IST and will be streamed live on the FAMTV Malaysia YouTube channel After the Guam fixture, India will face Palestine on November 17 before concluding their Group E campaign against hosts Malaysia on November 20.
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Watch: PM Modi flags off Pink Line Metro, Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express
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Surya, Bhuvi, Shami And Other Top Stars In Action As SMAT 2026 Sets To Get Underway (Preview)
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Several top Indian stars will be in action in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which gets underway from Saturday with 38 teams in action across the Elite and Plate divisions in India's domestic premier T20 tournament. Eyes will turn to the likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, among others, as the players set out for their goals in their separate points of their careers. Indian Premier League (IPL) team owners and the national selectors will have their eyes on the tournament as the IPL retention deadline ahead of the December auction is November 17. Only two rounds of matches will have taken place by then, which will make the players leave strong impressions in their opening games of the season. India will also pick their squads for the Sri Lanka T20I series, which begins on December 22, as players will have a chance to earn recalls in the Indian team. SKY has been named Mumbai's captain for the season, and he will look to have strong outings as he is eyeing a return to the Indian team after being left out despite having led the side to the 2026 T20 title. He was also out of form in the IPL 2026, and although there is no threat to his place in the Mumbai Indians, SKY will want to have runs on his back as soon as possible. Then there will be Bhuvneshwar, who had an underwhelming return to international cricket after nearly four years. However, he picked only one wicket across the four innings he played in New Zealand. A good SMAT would be important for him to be in the squad for the Sri Lanka series. Shami will also be in the spotlight after retiring from Test cricket recently. He still has an India return in his heart and might want to play the ODI World Cup 2027. The speedster would be looking to find a way back through. Eyes will also remain on 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, who is on the other side of his career in comparison to the above-mentioned greats. The teenage sensation has been a revelation in the IPL and for India, and has been named captain of Bihar for the first two games in the SMAT, as he will later join the India A squad for the Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup, a 50-over tournament that gets underway from November 19. Sanju Samson, Varun Chakravarthy, Rajat Patidar, Prithvi Shaw, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur and Yash Dayal are among other notable names set to play in the competition, which will last 23 days, with the final on December 6. While Elite and Plate competitions begin on Saturday, the Plate final will be held on November 24 and the Elite one on December 6. When and where to watch SMAT 2026? The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026 will be available on the JioHotstar app and website for live streaming, while select matches will also be telecast on Star Sports. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
IFFI 2026 Set to Bring the World of Cinema Together in Goa Under the Theme
The 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will bring together filmmakers, cinema enthusiasts and creative voices from across the world in Goa from 20 to 28 November 2026, under the theme Stories Without Borders. Reflecting its growing global reach, the festival has received over 1,900 film submissions from 137 countries and will showcase more []
FC Goa, Gouramangi Singh Part Ways
Indian Super League (ISL) club FC Goa and head coach Gouramangi Singh have mutually agreed to part ways after just four matches. Singh, who was appointed in July, led the team to one win, one loss, and two draws, leaving them at seventh place in the ISL table. He is the second coach to leave an ISL club this season.
Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat Express launched: Check schedule, stoppages
The new Yesvantpur-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express has been introduced to improve rail connectivity between Bengaluru, coastal Karnataka and Goa. The service will provide direct access to several key stations, including Hassan, Sakleshpur, Subrahmanya Road, Mangaluru, Udupi, Kundapura, Murdeshwar, Gokarna and Karwar.
Premier League quiz: Name the top 10 goalscorers beginning with G
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He flagged off the Madgaon-Yesvantpur Vande Bharat Express (Goa-Mangaluru-Bengaluru) at Mangaluru Junction
He doesn't get there by accident: Rogers praises Kane's relentless work ethic
Digital Desk | London, Nov 13 (IANS) England midfielder Morgan Rogers hailed captain Harry Kane's relentless work ethic and winning mentality after the striker marked his record-breaking 126th international appearance with a match-winning goal in the Three Lions' 2-1 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League. Kane converted a second-half penalty at Wembley to secure all three points for Thomas Tuchel's side, who also booked their place in the quarter-finals with a game to spare. The landmark appearance made Kane England's most-capped men's international player, taking him past former goalkeeper Peter Shilton's record of 125 appearances. The striker celebrated the occasion by scoring his 92nd international goal, adding another milestone to his remarkable career. Rogers, who opened the scoring for England, said sharing the pitch with Kane on such a special occasion was an honour and praised the captain for maintaining the same standards despite his achievements. For us to be on the pitch tonight is a special honour. Credit to him, he treated it like every other game. He's relentless, keeps his work ethic and his focus, and that's where he gets the result, Rogers said after the match. That's why he's the Ballon d'Or winner; his mindset and his work rate are relentless. He doesn't get there by accident, he added. Rogers had given England the lead after turning home from close range following Jude Bellingham's cutback, but Croatia responded through Petar Sucic to level the contest. Kane eventually restored England's advantage from the penalty spot after Ivan Smolcic pulled Jarell Quansah during an England corner, ensuring the hosts came away with a hard-fought victory. The result was particularly significant considering England had thrashed Croatia 7-0 in their previous meeting last month. However, Rogers said the hosts had anticipated a much tougher challenge this time and had to find a different approach to secure the win. They played differently to how we expected. They played with less fear, and it was tough. They're still good players, still Croatia who we have played before and in the World Cup in the first game we struggled against them, he said. We knew it wasn't going to be that type of game (7-0), we knew we'd have to dig deep and find a different way of winning, and we did that, Rogers added. England will next travel to Madrid to face Spain on November 15 in their final UEFA Nations League group-stage fixture. Tuchel's side will be aiming for victory to secure the top spot in the group.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated, dedicated to the nation, laid the foundation stone and flagged off a series of development projects worth more than Rs 15,600 crore at a ceremony held at the IIM Bangalore campus. The projects span key sectors, including urban mobility, power transmission, renewable energy, petroleum infrastructure, waste management and railways. The Prime Minister also flagged off the Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express by waving a green flag. Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti V. Somanna joined the event virtually from Mangaluru, while Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant participated virtually from Madgaon. The train will cover a distance of 850 km. Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon (Goa) Vande Bharat Express will provide faster and modern rail connectivity between Bengaluru, Coastal Karnataka and Goa. The service will connect key destinations, including Hassan, Sakleshpur, Mangaluru, Udupi, Murdeshwar, Gokarna and Karwar before reaching Madgaon, benefiting passengers and boosting tourism in the region. Earlier, Chief Minister Shivakumar welcomed Prime Minister Modi at the IIM Bangalore campus by presenting him with a shawl and a bouquet. The Chief Minister also honoured him with a statue of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda, known as the architect of Bengaluru. Bengaluru South BJP MP Tejasvi Surya delivered the welcome address. Among the major projects inaugurated was the Transmission Scheme for Integration of Renewable Energy Zones, Phase-II, in Koppal-II and Gadag-II, developed at an investment of around Rs 4,450 crore. The transmission system will facilitate the evacuation of approximately 2 GW of renewable energy potential from the Koppal and Gadag regions for transmission and distribution to beneficiaries across the grid. The Prime Minister also inaugurated the Transmission Scheme for the Solar Energy Zone in Bidar, developed at an investment of around Rs 1,370 crore. The project includes the establishment of a Bidar Pooling Station and will facilitate the evacuation of 2.5 GW of solar power from the region. PM Modi laid the foundation stone for the Transmission Scheme for Integration of the Davanagere-Chitradurga and Ballari Renewable Energy Zones, involving an investment of more than Rs 3,450 crore. He also laid the foundation stone for a Transmission System Strengthening project for the integration of additional renewable energy potential at Davanagere and Ballari, estimated to cost more than Rs 1,100 crore. In the petroleum infrastructure sector, the Prime Minister dedicated to the nation India's largest underground LPG storage cavern in Mangaluru, constructed at a cost of more than Rs 850 crore. With a storage capacity of 80,000 metric tonnes, the facility is expected to significantly strengthen India's LPG storage infrastructure. The project also includes a 9.4-km LPG pipeline connecting New Mangalore Port to the main terminal, facilitating efficient transportation and storage of LPG. PM Modi also dedicated to the nation the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal of Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) in Bengaluru. Built at an investment of Rs 330 crore, the state-of-the-art facility is expected to strengthen petroleum product storage and distribution infrastructure in Karnataka. The Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for GAIL's Compressed Biogas Plant in Haralakunte, Bengaluru. The plant will process approximately 300 tonnes of municipal solid waste every day to produce 12.6 tonnes of clean Compressed Biogas. The project is aimed at promoting scientific waste management, reducing dependence on conventional fuels and contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable environment. In the railway sector, PM Modi inaugurated four redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme -- Chamarajanagar, Chikkamagaluru, Sakleshpur and Subrahmanya Road. The upgraded stations will offer improved passenger amenities and are expected to serve as city centres, promoting local commercial activities and tourism. The Prime Minister also dedicated to the nation the 45-km Bagalkot-Wandal railway line doubling section, which forms part of the 284-km Gadag-Hotgi Doubling Project. The section is expected to improve passenger and freight movement, support local trade and facilitate coal supply to the Kudgi NTPC plant. He further dedicated to the nation the electrification of the 55-km Sakleshpur-Subrahmanya Road Ghat railway section. Passing through one of India's most challenging railway terrains, the project marks a significant engineering achievement. With its completion, the entire Bengaluru-Mangaluru rail route is now fully electrified.
Vande Bharat Express to Boost Railway Connectivity Between Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Goa
Vande Bharat Express to Boost Railway Connectivity Between Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Goa Bengaluru: Indian Railways continues to make progress in improving transportation facilities and connectivity across the country. The introduction of a new Vande Bharat Express connecting Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Madgaon in Goa marks another significant development in railway transportation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is [] The post Vande Bharat Express to Boost Railway Connectivity Between Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Goa appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bruno Fernandes turns down second contract offer from Man United
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) Amidst the turmoil at Manchester United, captain Bruno Fernandes has rejected a second contract offer from his club, casting his future at Old Trafford in doubt. Man United have been going through a tough phase as they have sacked coach Michael Carrick after a challenging run this season. They are already in the relegation zone at the second international break in the Premier League this season. Adding more worry for the fans and the incoming boss Mauricio Pochettino, Fernandes' rejection brings further tensions. As reported by Sky Sports, the Portuguese international has rejected the second contract offer. His tenure at Old Trafford is till June 2027, and the club had made the initial proposal in the summer. United still hold an option to extend Fernandes' stay with the club for another year and stop him from indulging in free transfer talks with foreign clubs. Fernandes was named FWA Footballer of the Year last May, and was also the PFA Player of the Year last season. He made a record 21 assists in the previous Premier League, which were the most in a single edition. However, his form has dropped, and he has just four goals, including a hat-trick against Ipswich Town, which is United's only win in the English top flight this season. The Portugal international was also dropped to the bench by Carrick for their game against Bournemouth after he made public comments to criticise the coaches' tactics after the loss to Como in the Champions League. It's a decision from the staff to not press man to man and sometimes leave a bit of space in behind and then try to get the ball in the first moment to wait for them, to give them the ball, the Portuguese captain told TNT Sports, via The Mirror, after that loss. But sometimes when you give too much of the ball (away) to these teams, they get confident, they have so many bodies behind the ball that make you run a lot, which makes people get frustrated. And then, when we recover the ball, the legs and the brain are much more difficult to make it work. The report further added that the talks between Fernandes and the club are expected to continue as United want their captain to remain with them.
PM Modi inaugurates new Vande Bharat chair car services connecting Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Margao
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off new Vande Bharat chair car services connecting Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Margao, to strengthen rail connectivity between the three regions. Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar was also present on the occasion. Railway Board Chairman Satish Kumar highlighted that the dedication of a doubling project between Bagalkot and Vandal, along with the electrification of the Sakleshwar-Subramanya Road route, through which the Vande Bharat Chair Car will travel, represents a major boost to the economy as it will significantly reduce dependency on diesel fuel. Speaking to ANI, Kumar said that the inauguration of the Vande Bharat Chair Car service will connect Bengaluru directly to the premier tourism destination of Goa, describing it as a wonderful addition for the people of Karnataka and all travellers. Today, the Prime Minister will be inaugurating the new Vande Bharat chair car service between Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Margao around 13:30 hours... Today a...
Blackbox delivers second consecutive quarter of record-breaking financial performance
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) Black Box Limited (BSE: 500463 | NSE: BBOX), Essars technology arm and a global digital infrastructure solutions provider, on Friday announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30. Black Box reported record quarterly revenue of Rs 1,936 crore, up 22 per cent year-on-year and 13 per cent sequentially. EBITDA increased 23 per cent YOY to Rs 175 crore, while profit after tax (PAT) grew 31 per cent to Rs 73 crore. Growth was driven by continued execution across hyperscale data centre infrastructure and enterprise solutions, supported by growing momentum in the Company's Technology Products business. The Company's order backlog reached a record US$1,044 million, up 88 per cent YoY, strengthening visibility for continued growth. Sanjeev Verma, Whole-time Director & Chief Executive Officer, Black Box Limited, said, Black Box is building strong growth momentum, with record quarterly revenue and an order backlog exceeding US$1 billion. These results reinforce our confidence in scaling the business towards our immediate growth goal of US$2 billion in revenue. Our data centre business is a powerful growth engine, with significant orders from multiple hyperscalers and repeat wins expanding our role in their infrastructure investments. Our strong US presence, deep expertise and proven execution position us to capture a greater share of accelerating data centre investment, supported by a substantial opportunity pipeline. Growing Enterprise and Technology Products businesses across the United States and international markets further strengthen our growth outlook. With secured orders and proven delivery capabilities, we are ready to execute at a greater scale. Continued hiring, investment in our people and expansion of delivery capacity strengthen our ability to deliver larger projects and drive our next phase of growth, he said. Deepak Kumar Bansal, Executive Director & Global CFO, Black Box Limited, said, Our Q2 performance demonstrates the growing earnings strength of Black Box, with PAT rising 31 per cent to Rs 73 crore, ahead of revenue growth of 22 per cent. H1 EBITDA margin expanded 50 basis points to 9.2 per cent, while operating cash flow reached Rs 115 crore for the first half of FY27. We are translating growth into stronger profitability and cash generation. Our expanding data centre business and significant order pipeline provide a strong foundation to scale revenue and earnings. As secured orders convert into revenue, we see further opportunities to improve operating leverage and build on this earnings momentum. We are confident of achieving our FY27 guidance of 23-27 per cent revenue growth and 38-50 per cent PAT growth, with profit growth expected to remain in high double digits for the next few years, along with stronger cash flow generation. Disciplined working capital management and prudent capital allocation remain central to converting this opportunity into sustained shareholder value, he said. Hyperscale Infrastructure: Capturing AI-Driven Investment Opportunities Accelerating investment in AI infrastructure is driving demand for hyperscale data centre capacity, connectivity and network infrastructure. Black Box is expanding its participation in this market through established hyperscaler relationships, technical expertise and large-scale project delivery capabilities. Black Box secured over US$250 million in data centre orders in H1 FY27. A substantial pipeline of large hyperscale deals is expected to drive significant order wins and accelerate growth in the coming quarters. Black Box supports infrastructure projects associated with large-scale data centre developments with gigawatt-scale capacity. Its experience in delivering complex projects provides opportunities to expand existing customer relationships and participate in larger infrastructure projects. The Company continues to strengthen its engineering and delivery capabilities, particularly in the United States, to support this demand. Record Backlog Strengthens Revenue Visibility Black Box secured US$298 million in new orders during Q2 FY27, up 37 per cent YOY. The order backlog reached a record US$1,044 million, increasing 88 per cent YOY and approximately 10 per cent sequentially. The backlog includes a growing proportion of larger, multi-year engagements, with project-led wins providing revenue visibility over 24 to 36 months. Supported by its order pipeline across hyperscale, enterprise and presence across multiple countries, Black Box management is confident to achieve its FY27 guidance. Enterprise and Technology Products: Expanding Growth Opportunities Black Box continues to deepen its enterprise relationships across the United States and international markets, supporting customers across technology, healthcare, financial services, industrial and retail markets. During Q2 FY27, the Company secured engagements involving network infrastructure, connectivity, data centre integration and digital workplace solutions. Key wins included projects with a leading Indian telecom operator, global technology and semiconductor companies, US healthcare providers, a global pharmaceutical company, a major US financial institution, and retail and public sector customers. These engagements reinforce the Company's diversified customer base and its strategy of expanding relationships with 300 strategic enterprise accounts. The Technology Products business is gaining momentum as customers modernise critical operations and invest in secure, resilient control room platforms. This creates further opportunities for Black Boxs specialised technology portfolio. Together, Enterprise Solutions and Technology Products businesses provide complementary growth opportunities alongside the expanding hyperscale data centre business. Investing in Capabilities for Sustainable Growth Black Box continues to strengthen its leadership, engineering, sales and delivery capabilities to support larger and more complex customer projects. The Company is progressing with its plan to recruit nearly 3,000 professionals by FY30, primarily in the United States, with hiring already underway for major data centre projects. These investments support the Company's ambition of reaching US$2 billion in annual revenue by FY30, driven by expanding customer relationships, broader capabilities and disciplined execution.
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FC Goa parts ways with Head Coach Gouramangi Singh
He was the first Indian to lead the club on a full-time basis.
Harry Kane scores 92nd England goal as Three Lions beat Croatia 2-1
Harry Kane capped another record-breaking night with his 92nd goal for England in a 2-1 win against Croatia in the Nations League. World Cup winner Spain beat the Czech Republic 2-0 and Italy rallied to a 3-1 win against France. It's all eyes on Spain vs. England in Madrid on Sunday with top spot in Group A3 up for grabs. Both teams have qualified for the quarterfinals, but England can still secure first place if it wins by two goals or more, having lost 3-2 against Spain in September. In the last game against them we knew we left a bit out there, Kane told broadcaster ITV Sport. We knew we could have done a little bit better and we said to ourselves, OK, let's win every game from now til the next one and then see what happens.' It's a perfect opportunity now Sunday to try to prove ourselves. The newly-crowned Ballon d'Or winner celebrated becoming England's outright record appearance maker by winning his 126th cap in the game at Wembley Stadium. England went ahead through M
Kane sends England into Nations League quarter-finals
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) Harry Kane marked his record-breaking night with the winning goal as England beat Croatia 2-1 to seal their place in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals. Kane became Englands leading mens appearance maker when he strode out for his 126th cap and celebrated the occasion in fitting fashion with his 92nd goal for his country, slotting home from the spot in the 64th minute. Morgan Rogers had given the hosts a first-half lead and though Petar Sucic levelled just shy of the hour mark, Kane marked his 126th cap with a penalty five minutes later, although Croatia threatened a late equaliser when Nikola Vlasic shot narrowly wide and Ante Budimir was denied by Jarell Quansah's vital block. Kane was the deserving centre of attention pre-match, showing his Ballon dOr trophy to an appreciative Wembley crowd who then stood to acknowledge history being made. The 33-year-old was handed a commemorative shirt by the previous record holder, Peter Shilton, and HRH, The Prince of Wales, along with a special gift from the Croatian Football Federation presented by Luka Modric, himself a former Ballon dOr recipient. Elsewhere, Belgium completed the double over point-less Turkiye with a comeback 2-1 victory in Izmir. The hosts started energetically in Sergen Yaln's first game at the helm and were rewarded when Arda Guler curled in a stunning 20th-minute free-kick. Ten minutes later though, they were adrift and would not recover. Kevin De Bruyne twice a scorer in the reverse fixture rattled in from the outstanding Jeremy Doku's cross before Charles De Ketelaere converted Maxim De Cuyper's cut-back to set Belgium up for a decisive last-game meeting with Italy.
COP31 pushes electrification goal as groups call for mining safeguards
Clean public transport, energy-efficient buildings and affordable energy are a few of the things the president of the UN climate talks - known as COP31 - asked global leaders and climate activists to pledge as part of the global electrification plan laid out during the world's largest annual climate summit. But environmental and human rights organisations caution that without strong safeguards, the mining boom for the minerals and metals needed to make the power lines, batteries, wind turbines and other energy infrastructure that can make the pledge a reality could have serious environmental and human rights impacts across the globe. Mining has come at a cost to communities and habitats around the globe: Forests have been felled, water supplies poisoned and Indigenous peoples have lost access to land. Rights groups have urged COP31 officials to focus on how to fairly source the materials needed for the transition. COP31 sets ambitious electrification ...
Security tightened in B'luru ahead of PM Modis visit
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 13 (IANS)The countdown has begun for Prime Minister Narendra Modis arrival in Karnataka on Friday, with Bengaluru turning into a virtual police fortress amid elaborate security arrangements. During his visit, the Prime Minister is set to inaugurate the much-awaited Pink Line Metro and flag off a Vande Bharat Express, as Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw arrived in Mangaluru ahead of the high-profile events. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Governor Dr Sudha Yadav and other dignitaries will receive PM Modi at the HAL Airport in Bengaluru at 10.05 am today. Karnataka BJP unit wrote on social media X, A warm welcome to our beloved Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, who is working for the all-round development of the entire country and is here to usher in a new era of development for Karnataka. The state capital Bengaluru has been turned into a police fortress as the city police have put in place extensive security measures along all routes through which the Prime Minister is scheduled to travel. Three Joint Commissioners of Police, 15 Deputy Commissioners of Police, 20 Assistant Commissioners of Police, 30 Police Inspectors, more than 100 Sub-Inspectors and over 1,000 civil police personnel have been deployed for the high-profile visit. The SPG team arrived in Bengaluru around 10 days ago and carried out detailed inspections of all locations connected with the Prime Minister's programmes. The security personnel have inspected roads, Metro Rail facilities and platforms, besides the venues where Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to participate in various programmes. Micro-level inspections have been conducted to ensure that there is no room for any security lapse. SPG officers are continuously monitoring the security arrangements and coordinating with the Bengaluru Police. Additional security personnel have been deployed at high-rise buildings located along the Prime Minister's travel routes and in areas identified as high-risk zones. Police teams have also conducted inspections at apartments located in these areas as part of the enhanced security exercise. PM Modi will inaugurate the first phase of Bengalurus Pink Line Metro, marking a major milestone as the citys Metro network is set to cross the 100-km mark. The much-awaited Pink Line will begin operations on a nearly 7.5-km stretch from S.G. Palya to Kalena Agrahara, covering six Metro stations. Passenger services on the new route are expected to begin on Saturday. The inauguration is scheduled at around 12.40 p.m. at the S.G. Palya Metro station. The station and surrounding areas have been prepared for the Prime Ministers visit, with the premises decorated in pink and yellow. After inaugurating the line, Prime Minister Modi will travel by Metro from S.G. Palya to the Bilekahalli-IIMB Metro station. Governor Dr Sudha Yadav, Chief Minister Shivakumar, Bengaluru Urban Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, MP Tejasvi Surya and other dignitaries are expected to be present on the occasion. The launch fulfils the long-standing expectations of Namma Metro commuters and marks a historic day for Bengaluru, with the citys Metro network crossing the significant 100-km milestone. In a post on X on Thursday, ahead of his visit, PM Modi said he was looking forward to being in Bengaluru and Mysuru and outlined three major programmes on his itinerary. Namaskara Karnataka! Looking forward to being in Bengaluru and Mysuru tomorrow, 13th November, he posted. The Prime Minister said his programmes would include the golden jubilee celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram in Bengaluru, the inauguration and laying of foundation stones for development works worth over Rs 15,000 crore in Bengaluru, and the inauguration of the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium. Meanwhile, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reached Mangaluru ahead of PM Modi's arrival in Karnataka on late Thursday night. He will take part in various events in coastal Mangaluru and Udupi districts on November 13 to launch the Goa-Mangaluru-Bengaluru (Madgaon-Yesvantpur) Vande Bharat Express at Mangaluru Junction, and to dedicate a few development projects to the nation. This is Vaishnaw's first-ever visit to the Mangaluru region. He will flag off the VB Express at noon and travel by the same train till the Subrahmanya Road station. En route, he would interact with passengers at Kabaka Puttur. The Railway Minister will inspect Udupi Railway Station, followed by a visit to Sri Krishna Mutt. As the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, he would inaugurate a new FM Station near Ajjarkad in Udupi city before proceeding to Mangaluru. Vaishnaw is expected to hold a review meeting at the Deputy Commissioners office, inspect Mangaluru Central Railway Station, flag off the VB Express along with PM Modi (through video conferencing) at noon, and travel to Subrahmanya Road by the inaugural special VB Express. During his visit to Subrahmanya, Vaishnaw would dedicate the newly electrified 55-km Subrahmanya Road-Sakleshpur ghat section and the Subrahmanya Road Railway Station building, redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, to the nation.
Rasika Dugal says Delhi Crime holds a special place in her heart, calls its stories universal
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) As Delhi Crime Season 3 completes one year, actor Rasika Dugal looks back at her association with the series and said that stories rooted in our realities, told with honesty and conviction, can travel across borders and connect with audiences everywhere. Rasika shared: Delhi Crime is a show very close to my heart. Through the experience of the show, it has been very heartening to know that stories rooted in our realities, told with honesty and conviction, can travel across borders and connect with audiences everywhere. The love and recognition the show has received, including an International Emmy, has been incredibly encouraging. A year after season 3, I feel very happy and grateful to have been part of three seasons and to watch Neeti Singh grow through each one. He concluded: I love working with the Delhi Crime team. They are a very special bunch of creative collaborators and I hope our journey together continues ! Delhi Crime is an Indian police procedural crime drama television. The series stars Shefali Shah, Rasika Dugal, Adil Hussain and Rajesh Tailang. The first season is set in the aftermath of the 2012 Delhi gang rape. The second season focuses on the Chaddi Baniyan Gang. The third season focuses on a massive, cross-state human trafficking and child sex-trafficking network, while also being loosely inspired by the 2012 Baby Falak case. The show also stars Sayani Ghosh, Huma Qureshi and Mita Vashisht. Directed by Kaushal Oza and backed by Anurag Kashyap, Little Thomas also stars Gulshan Devaiah and Hridansh Parekh. The film tells the story of Thomas, a curious young boy whose questions about where babies come from and his wish for a sibling become central to the narrative. The film follows seven-year-old Thomas and his family as they navigate life's highs and lows in 1990s Goa, echoing the style of Malgudi Days and Ruskin Bond.
Australia's Pat Cummins Says Usman Khawaja '100 Percent Wrong' On 'Sandpapergate'
Australia captain Pat Cummins on Friday said Usman Khawaja was 100 percent wrong in claiming the whole team knew about Sandpapergate, calling it complete and utter nonsense. The retired Khawaja reopened old wounds with the release of his autobiography this week and a chapter dealing with the 2018 ball-tampering scandal in South Africa that rocked world cricket. In the book, the opener alleged that the whole team, including Cummins, knew about the plot to rough up the ball with sandpaper to make it swing. The scandal centred around the third Test in Cape Town, but Khawaja also claimed the tactic was used in the second Test at Port Elizabeth. A Cricket Australia probe concluded only David Warner, Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft were in the know, with all three sent home in disgrace and subsequently banned. Smith was sacked as captain before Tim Paine took over and subsequently Cummins. When he says we all knew, if by that he means we knew sandpaper was going out on the field, he's 100 percent wrong, a candid Cummins said at a press conference. I said that consistently for the last eight years. I did not know that was happening. But I think Usman actually says things that are far more serious than that. He says that I and others were architects of a scheme to ball tamper with sandpaper. That's complete and utter nonsense. Cummins and fellow bowlers Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon all denied publicly in a 2021 statement that they were aware of the plan. Warner has this week strongly backed his close friend Khawaja's new version of events. But Darren Lehmann, who was head coach at the time, denied any knowledge, as did former batting coach Graeme Hick who also rubbished Khawaja's allegations as absolutely false. Starc reiterated this week his stance that we weren't aware of things being taken on the field. Lyon and Hazlewood have remained silent, as have Smith and Bancroft. - Flippant and casual - Cummins accused Khawaja of being flippant with the way he dropped his bombshell claims eight years after the fact. Usman is a friend, but friends aren't casual with each other's lives and reputations, he said. In his book he's been casual with my life and the lives of many others and I think Australian cricket. I think the way that he's presented his story, I think he's done that in a very casual manner. And it affects a lot of people. In a media blitz this week, Khawaja said he spoke in the dressing room after the Cape Town Test urging the team to take collective responsibility, rather than scapegoating Warner, Smith and Bancroft. But Cummins said he had no recollection of this. I don't remember any conversation around collective responsibility. I don't remember any team meeting where he stood up and said, 'Let's own this as a team', he said. Cricket Australia has ruled out reopening their investigation with chairman David Boon on Thursday assuring Cummins that his job was safe, regardless. Cummins admitted the culture of the team around 2018 had an ugly win-at-all-costs mentality, culminating in the Cape Town furore. But he said since then it had been absolutely brilliant. I didn't like the way we spoke to umpires, the opposition. I think there was a bit of an arrogance and a bit of an ugliness at times that didn't sit well with me as a young guy, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories And now I'm captain, I have spent a lot of time making sure that that's not the case with this current Aussie team.
UN climate summit pushes electrification goal as groups call for mining safeguards
The pledge builds on commitments made at previous UN climate summits: At COP28, countries agreed to work toward tripling renewable energy capacity and transitioning away from fossil fuels. COP29 focused on energy storage, grid modernisation and climate finance
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Inter District Polo Tournament MPSC B set up semi final date with X Polo Club
MPSC B set up a semi final date with X Polo Club in the ongoing 3rd Dr Ksh Chourjit Singh Inter District Polo Tournament MPSC B, who are representing Security Forces, defeated Tekcham Polo Club by 8 2 goals in the second quarterfinal match to make their way into the semis Earlier in the first quarterfinal match, X Polo Club of Imphal East district outclassed Chingkheihunba Polo Club of Kakching district 5 1 br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e paolive net galleries images News Related 2026 11 Polo 20261113 jpg border 1 alt Inter District Polo Tournament MPSC B set up semi final date with X Polo Club td tr tr td align center Inter District Polo Tournament MPSC B set up semi final date with X Polo Club td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br S Abungcha, H Abung Khuman, and T Pradeepkumar shared seven goals in the first three chukkers to earn MPSC B a comprehensive win today, as Viking Salam chipped in with a goal in the final chukker Pradeepkumar 3 55 and Abungcha 4 55 found a goal apiece to give MPSC B a 2 0 first chukker lead before Pradeepkumar 1 35 , Abungcha 2 44 , and Abung 5 00 took their turns in the second chukker to further swell the lead to 5 0 Tekcham Polo Club, who were unable to match MPSC B
Scorpio Daily Horoscope for November 13, 2026
You are likely to be in a more serious frame of mind. The practical issues of life are going to demand your attention today. But you are full of faith and optimism and are ready to take chances at the deepest emotional levels. Someone near to you will exhibit concerns regarding your aims and goals. Take the time to explain the situation to them. Read full Scorpio horoscope
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Karnataka and Gujarat on Friday which will conclude on Saturday where he will inaugurate and dedicate to the nation various development projects as well participate in cultural and educational programme and also offer prayers at a temple in his home state, an official statement from the Prime Minister's Office said. At around 10:45 a.m. on Friday, Prime Minister Modi will begin his Karnataka visit by participating in Golden Jubilee celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram, the residential headquarters campus of Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA), according to a press statement released on Thursday. He will also address a large gathering on the occasion. Later at around 12:45 p.m., the Prime Minister will flag off and undertake a metro ride from Tavarekere to IIM Bangalore Metro station. At around 1:15 p.m., Prime Minister Modi will lay the foundation stone, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation various development projects worth more than Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru. On this occasion, he will lay the foundation stone of the Golden Jubilee Administrative Block and launch the S-VYASA Off-Campus at Kerala's state capital Thiruvananthapuram. He will also address a large gathering on the occasion. Thereafter, Prime Minister will travel to Mysuru where, at around 3:30 p.m., the Prime Minister will inaugurate COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium as well as address the gathering on the occasion. Being held from November 13 to 23 on the theme 'Towards Viksit Bharat 2047', the Golden Jubilee celebration marks five decades of institution-building and service. Established in 1975, Prashanti Kutiram was founded with the objective of integrating modern science with India's spiritual wisdom. It is home to S-VYASA, which was declared a Deemed-to-be University in 2002 and is dedicated to education and research in Yoga. The programme will also commemorate the birth centenary of Hongasandra Venkataramaiah Sheshadri Ji, a distinguished thinker, writer and organiser born in Bengaluru in 1926. He joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in 1946 and served as its Sarkaryavah (General Secretary) from 1987 to 2000. He was among the visionaries behind S-VYASA and his inspiration and guidance played an important role in shaping the growth of Prashanti Kutiram and advancing the institution's mission over the decades. The Prime Minister will inaugurate, dedicate to the nation, lay the foundation stone and flag off various development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru. These projects span key sectors including urban mobility, power transmission, renewable energy, petroleum infrastructure, waste management and railways. On Saturday, Prime Minister Modi will perform Darshan and Pooja at Ambaji temple in Gujarat's Banaskantha. Ambaji Temple is one of the 51 revered Shakti Peethas. He will inaugurate Bengaluru Metro's Pink Line from Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere, developed at a cost of around Rs 3,470 crore. The new stretch will enhance urban connectivity, ease daily commuting, reduce travel time and strengthen public transport facilities in Bengaluru. The Prime Minister will also inaugurate the Transmission Scheme for Integration of Renewable Energy Zones (Phase-II) in Koppal-II and Gadag-II, developed at an investment of around Rs 4,450 crore. The transmission system will facilitate the evacuation of around 2 GW of renewable energy potential from the Koppal and Gadag regions of Karnataka for onward transmission and distribution to beneficiaries across the grid. PM Modi will also inaugurate the Transmission Scheme for the Solar Energy Zone in Bidar, developed at an investment of around Rs 1,370 crore. The project involves the establishment of a Bidar Pooling Station and will facilitate the evacuation of 2.5 GW of solar power from the region. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of the Transmission Scheme for Integration of Davanagere/Chitradurga and Ballari Renewable Energy Zones, at an investment of more than Rs 3,450 crore. He will also lay the foundation stone of the Transmission System Strengthening project for Integration of Additional Renewable Energy Potential at Davanagere and Ballari, at an investment of more than Rs 1,100 crore. Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation India's largest underground LPG storage cavern in Mangaluru, constructed at a cost of more than Rs 850 crore. With a storage capacity of 80,000 metric tonnes, the facility will significantly strengthen India's LPG storage infrastructure. The project also includes a 9.4 km LPG pipeline connecting New Mangalore Port to the main terminal, facilitating efficient transportation and storage of LPG. The Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal of Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) in Bengaluru. Built at an investment of Rs 330 crore, the state-of-the-art facility will strengthen petroleum product storage and distribution infrastructure in Karnataka. He will lay the foundation stone of GAIL's Compressed Biogas Plant at Haralakunte in Bengaluru. The plant will process around 300 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily to produce 12.6 tonnes of clean Compressed Biogas (CBG). The project will promote scientific waste management, reduce dependence on conventional fuels and contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable environment. The Prime Minister will inaugurate four redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme -- Chamarajanagar, Chikkamagaluru, Sakleshpur and Subrahmanya Road. The redeveloped stations will offer improved passenger amenities and serve as city centres, promoting local commercial activities and tourism in the region. Prime Minister Modi will dedicate to the nation the 45 km Bagalkot-Wandal railway line doubling section, forming part of the 284 km Gadag-Hotgi Doubling Project. The section will improve passenger and freight movement, support local trade and facilitate coal supply to the Kudgi NTPC plant. He will also dedicate to the nation the electrification of the 55-km Sakleshpur-Subrahmanya Road Ghat railway section. Passing through one of India's most challenging railway terrains, the project marks a significant engineering achievement. With its completion, the entire Bengaluru-Mangaluru rail route is now fully electrified. The Prime Minister will flag off the Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express, providing faster and modern rail connectivity between Bengaluru, Coastal Karnataka and Goa. The service will connect key destinations including Hassan, Sakleshpur, Mangaluru, Udupi, Murdeshwar, Gokarna and Karwar before reaching Madgaon, benefiting passengers and boosting tourism in the region. He will inaugurate the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium, marking a significant advancement in planetarium technology and astronomy education in the country. Built by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), COSMOS-Mysuru is the first LED Dome planetarium in India. Envisaged as an astronomy education and training centre, it is located on the campus of the University of Mysore at the foothills of Chamundi Hills. The state-of-the-art facility features a 15-metre tilted dome comprising around 6,150 panels with 4.2 crore individual LEDs. Unlike conventional planetariums that use projectors to display images on a passive dome, its LED panels can be controlled in real time, offering an immersive visual experience and new possibilities for astronomy education. The Sky Theatre will showcase professionally produced astronomy programmes, along with an in-house film exploring the connection between the history of Mysuru and astronomy. The shows will be available in Kannada, English and Hindi. The centre will also house exhibition halls, a museum featuring astronomy models and artefacts, a lecture hall, a training centre and interactive outdoor exhibits. The centre's activities will complement the Indian Institute of Astrophysics' research, operation of multi-wavelength telescope facilities across India and in space, development of future astronomical facilities and national-level outreach programmes.
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current setup(build year 2020) -GPU ZotacGTX 1660ti -CPU Ryzen R5 3600x -RAM 16gb ddr4 -MOBO MSI B450 tomahawk -PSU Adata XPG Pylon 550W 80 Plus Bronze(bought it in 2022) GOAL : I am want to upgrade it enough to run modern games with RTX support in 1080p, for now also most of AAA games runs low/mid in 60 fps but no rtx support is there. Also how much i can expect when sell this setup or the part which i will replace?
India's Journey of Discovery and Innovation in Space
BEYOND THE SKY Space has always inspired human curiosity. From observing the stars to developing spacecraft, generations have sought to understand the universe and humanity's place within it. Today, advances in scientific research and technology are making it possible to explore space in ways once considered beyond reach. India is now an active part of this wider journey of discovery, with its space programme entering an important new phase. India's early space research began with modest facilities and ambitious scientific goals. On 21 November 1963, a research rocket carrying instruments to study the upper atmosphere was launched from Thumba in Kerala. India's first indigenous sounding rocket followed in 1967. Such rockets carry scientific instruments into the atmosphere to collect information. These early initiatives helped develop the knowledge and experience needed for a long-term space programme. Vikram Sarabhai, recognised as the father of India's space programme, believed that space technology could help address practical needs on Earth. His vision placed importance on communication, education, weather forecasting and the responsible use of scientific knowledge. That approach continues to influence the development of space technology. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has developed rockets and satellites that support communication, navigation, weather forecasting and early warnings of natural disasters. Its scientific missions have also contributed to the understanding of the Moon, Mars and the Sun. Chandrayaan-3 reached the Moon's southern high-latitude region on 23 August 2023, and its Pragyan rover conducted scientific studies on the lunar surface. Mangalyaan entered Mars orbit in September 2014, while Aditya-L1 reached its observing position in January 2024 to study the Sun. The space sector is also seeing growing participation from private Indian companies, which are contributing to the development of launch vehicles, satellites, engines and space-based services. This wider participation is creating opportunities for engineers, scientists, researchers and young entrepreneurs. Among the companies working in this field is Skyroot Aerospace, founded in Hyderabad in 2018. In November 2022, its Vikram-S rocket completed a suborbital test flight, demonstrating its rocket technology without placing a satellite into orbit. On 18 July 2026, the company's Vikram-1 made its maiden orbital launch, placing two satellites, Skyroot's SCOPE and Grahaa Space's SOLARAS S3, into low Earth orbit. An orbital launch, on the other hand, gives a satellite the speed and direction needed to continue travelling around Earth. These missions marked important stages in the development of Skyroot's launch vehicles. Agnikul Cosmos, based in Chennai, is developing small rockets designed to carry satellites. In May 2024, it tested Agnibaan SOrTeD using a single-piece engine made through 3D printing, a process in which an object is built layer by layer from a digital design. The flight was a suborbital technology test. Such experiments demonstrate how research, engineering and careful testing help turn ideas into practical systems. The wider space industry also includes companies working beyond rockets. Pixxel has launched six Firefly satellites that capture detailed images of Earth using hyperspectral imaging, a technology that collects information across many different wavelengths of light. Dhruva Space is developing satellite platforms and related systems. Bellatrix Aerospace is working on propulsion technologies that help spacecraft move in orbit. Digantara's SCOT satellite began operations in March 2025 to track objects orbiting Earth. GalaxEye launched its Drishti satellite on 3 May 2026, combining optical imaging with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology. Behind every satellite is a network of people, equipment and knowledge. Cameras, computers, electrical systems, communication links, ground stations and software all contribute to a successful mission. This creates work in electronics, manufacturing, design, testing, programming and data analysis. The space sector is therefore not limited to astronauts and rocket scientists. It also depends on people with many different skills. Space technology has practical uses in everyday life. Satellite images can help farmers understand crop conditions and researchers monitor forests, rivers and glaciers. Weather information supports preparations for storms and floods. The NASAISRO NISAR mission, launched in July 2025, uses radar to observe changes on Earth and support research into ecosystems, ice and natural hazards. These applications show how studying space can also help people understand and care for their home planet. Public institutions and private companies have complementary responsibilities in this developing field. ISRO contributes scientific experience, research and launch infrastructure. The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre, known as IN-SPACe, supports and authorises private-sector space activities. Private firms contribute new designs, investment and business ideas. Cooperation between research institutions, universities and industry can help make scientific knowledge useful in practical ways. Universities and research centres will remain important to this progress. Institutions such as the Indian Institutes of Technology and the Indian Institute of Science train students and support research in engineering and science. Young people can participate in this field in many ways. They may design a sensor, develop software, build a component or study satellite images. A classroom science project or a first look through a telescope can become the beginning of a lifelong interest in science. India is also preparing for human spaceflight through the Gaganyaan programme. It is developing systems intended to carry astronauts safely into space and bring them back. Its first uncrewed experimental mission will carry the half-humanoid robot Vyommitra. Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has also visited the International Space Station, where he completed seven microgravity experiments, adding valuable experience to the country's human-spaceflight programme. In the years ahead, further developments may emerge in reusable rockets, groups of small satellites working together and robotic missions to explore the Moon and other celestial bodies. These are areas of continuing research and development. Their progress will depend on careful planning, scientific understanding, repeated testing and the responsible use of technology. Space exploration is a journey of continuous learning and progress. Every mission requires investment, specialised skills and careful preparation. Each test adds to scientific understanding, with every outcome providing valuable lessons that help engineers develop better technologies. As more objects enter orbit, advances in space monitoring and responsible practices can help make the space environment safer and more sustainable. International scientific cooperation, shared knowledge and innovation will remain important in shaping this progress. The story of space is, at its heart, a story of human curiosity, imagination and shared achievement. It is a journey that connects people everywhere through a common interest in discovering and understanding the universe. Every new discovery opens doors to further learning, while every technological advance creates possibilities for improving life on Earth. With knowledge, cooperation and a spirit of exploration, humanity can continue to move towards a future filled with discovery and opportunity. The universe remains vast, and there is still so much to learn, explore and understand. (The Author is a Columnist and can be reached at: bakshisuhaib094@gmail.com )
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Ktaka: PM Modi to flag off Madgaon Vande Bharat Express tomorrow
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Bengaluru, Nov 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the Golden Jubilee Celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram, the residential headquarters campus of Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA) in Bengaluru. On this occasion, he will lay the foundation stone of the Golden Jubilee Administrative Block and launch the S-VYASA Off-Campus at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, the official statement from the PMO said on Thursday. Being held from 13 to 23 November 2026 on the theme Towards Viksit Bharat 2047, the Golden Jubilee celebration marks five decades of institution-building and service. Established in 1975, Prashanti Kutiram was founded with the objective of integrating modern science with India's spiritual wisdom. It is home to S-VYASA, which was declared a Deemed-to-be University in 2002 and is dedicated to education and research in Yoga. The programme will also commemorate the birth centenary of Shri Hongasandra Venkataramaiah Sheshadri Ji, a distinguished thinker, writer and organiser born in Bengaluru in 1926. He joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in 1946 and served as its Sarkaryavah from 1987 to 2000. He was among the visionaries behind S-VYASA, and his inspiration and guidance played an important role in shaping the growth of Prashanti Kutiram and advancing the institutions mission over the decades. Prime Minister will inaugurate, dedicate to the nation, lay the foundation stone and flag off various development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore in Bengaluru. These projects span key sectors including urban mobility, power transmission, renewable energy, petroleum infrastructure, waste management and railways. Prime Minister will inaugurate Bengaluru Metros Pink Line from Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere, developed at a cost of around Rs 3,470 crore. The new stretch will enhance urban connectivity, ease daily commuting, reduce travel time and strengthen public transport facilities in Bengaluru. Prime Minister will also inaugurate the Transmission Scheme for Integration of Renewable Energy Zones (Phase-II) in Koppal-II and Gadag-II, developed at an investment of around Rs 4,450 crore. The transmission system will facilitate the evacuation of approximately 2 GW of renewable energy potential from the Koppal and Gadag regions of Karnataka for onward transmission and distribution to beneficiaries across the grid. He will also inaugurate the Transmission Scheme for the Solar Energy Zone in Bidar, developed at an investment of around Rs 1,370 crore. The project involves the establishment of a Bidar Pooling Station and will facilitate the evacuation of 2.5 GW of solar power from the region. Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of the Transmission Scheme for Integration of Davanagere/Chitradurga and Ballari Renewable Energy Zones, at an investment of over Rs 3,450 crore. He will also lay the foundation stone of the Transmission System Strengthening project for Integration of Additional Renewable Energy Potential at Davanagere and Ballari, at an investment of over Rs 1,100 crore. Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation India's largest underground LPG storage cavern in Mangaluru, constructed at a cost of over Rs 850 crore. With a storage capacity of 80,000 metric tonnes, the facility will significantly strengthen India's LPG storage infrastructure. The project also includes a 9.4 km LPG pipeline connecting New Mangalore Port to the main terminal, facilitating efficient transportation and storage of LPG. Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal of Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), Bengaluru. Built at an investment of Rs 330 crore, the state-of-the-art facility will strengthen petroleum product storage and distribution infrastructure in Karnataka. Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of GAIL's Compressed Biogas Plant at Haralakunte, Bengaluru. The plant will process approximately 300 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily to produce 12.6 tonnes of clean Compressed Biogas (CBG). The project will promote scientific waste management, reduce dependence on conventional fuels and contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable environment. Prime Minister will inaugurate four redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme - Chamarajanagar, Chikkamagaluru, Sakleshpur and Subrahmanya Road. The redeveloped stations will offer improved passenger amenities and serve as city centres, promoting local commercial activities and tourism in the region. Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation the 45 km Bagalkot-Wandal railway line doubling section, forming part of the 284 km Gadag-Hospet Doubling Project. The section will improve passenger and freight movement, support local trade and facilitate coal supply to the Kudgi NTPC plant. Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the electrification of the 55 km Sakleshpur-Subrahmanya Road Ghat railway section. Passing through one of India's most challenging railway terrains, the project marks a significant engineering achievement. With its completion, the entire Bengaluru-Mangaluru rail route is now fully electrified. Prime Minister will flag off the Bengaluru-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express, providing faster and modern rail connectivity between Bengaluru, Coastal Karnataka and Goa. The service will connect key destinations including Hassan, Sakleshpur, Mangaluru, Udupi, Murdeshwar, Gokarna and Karwar before reaching Madgaon, benefiting passengers and boosting tourism in the region. Prime Minister will inaugurate the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium, marking a significant advancement in planetarium technology and astronomy education in the country. Built by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), COSMOS-Mysuru is the first LED Dome planetarium in India. Envisaged as an astronomy education and training centre, it is located on the campus of the University of Mysore at the foothills of Chamundi Hills. The state-of-the-art facility features a 15-metre tilted dome comprising around 6,150 panels with 4.2 crore individual LEDs. Unlike conventional planetariums that use projectors to display images on a passive dome, its LED panels can be controlled in real time, offering an immersive visual experience and new possibilities for astronomy education. The Sky Theatre will showcase professionally produced astronomy programmes, along with an in-house film exploring the connection between the history of Mysuru and astronomy. The shows will be available in Kannada, English and Hindi. The centre will also house exhibition halls, a museum featuring astronomy models and artefacts, a lecture hall, a training centre and interactive outdoor exhibits. The centre's activities will complement the Indian Institute of Astrophysics' research, operation of multi-wavelength telescope facilities across India and in space, development of future astronomical facilities and national-level outreach programmes.
The 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will bring together filmmakers, cinema enthusiasts, and creative voices from across the globe in Goa from November 20 to November 28, 2026, under the official theme Stories Without Borders. Ahead of the nine-day cinematic showcase, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will host the official Curtain Raiser [] The post 57th IFFI to Bring Global Cinema to Goa From November 20 to 28 Under Theme Stories Without Borders; Curtain Raiser Tomorrow appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Owono undecided over future following De Miguel death
FC Andorra manager Carles Manso says goalkeeper Jesus Owono is yet to decide whether he will return to playing action following the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel.
Why Matvei Michkov Is Frustrated With His Role Despite Leading The Philadelphia Flyers In Goals
Matvei Michkov leads the Flyers in goals but had dipped to around 16 minutes a night. As trade speculation swirled, Philadelphia gave him 20:44 against Edmonton. Heres what it means for his future in Philly.
