India Aims for Developed India 2047 with New Customs and Banking Reforms
Mumbai, September 1: India is gearing up for new customs and banking reforms aimed at achieving the ambitious goal of Developed India 2047. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shared these insights during an exclusive interview on the sidelines of the G20 finance ministers meeting. Sitharaman emphasized that the next phase will build on prior changes in ... Read more India Aims for Developed India 2047 with New Customs and Banking Reforms
Delhi-bound IndiGo flight returns to Goa after engine snag; passengers safe
The flight landed safely, and the passengers will be flown to Delhi in the afternoon, he said, without giving more details.
IndiGo Flight 6E 2102 Returns to Goa After Engine Issue on Delhi-Bound Flight
IndiGo flight 6E 2102 returned safely to Goa after an engine issue triggered emergency procedures.
Hyderabad: Football wont be the same again, without the GOAT. Farewell and keep inspiring, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said on Monday, August 31, as Argentine football icon Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer. Messi announced his retirement on Monday after two decades representing Argentina. Revanth Reddy, in a post on X, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi-bound IndiGo flight returns to Goa after takeoff, makes emergency landing due to engine snag
A Goa-bound IndiGo flight departing from Delhi, made an emergency landing at the Goa airport on Tuesday after reporting a mid-air engine failure.
Lamine Yamal vs. Lionel Messi: Who scored 50 Barcelona goals quicker?
Yamal reached the landmark in August 2026. The post Lamine Yamal vs. Lionel Messi: Who scored 50 Barcelona goals quicker? appeared first on Planet Football .
IndiGo Goa-Delhi flight returns to airport after mid-air engine failure
IndiGo GoaDelhi flight returns to airport after midair engine failure
Living in Brazil, billing a Goa company? This is how India will tax professional income of NRIs
An Indian professional living in Brazil while providing architectural services to a Goa-based company wants to know if professional fees paid into a foreign bank account will attract Indian tax. Here's what the India-Brazil tax treaty says.
Barcelona Thrash Rayo Vallecano 5-2, Go Top of Table
Barcelona secured a dominant 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano, with Raphinha and Lamine Yamal each scoring twice, propelling the Catalan giants to the top of the LaLiga table on goal difference.
Equity, gold, real estate or cash? CA lists 7 investment types before spending a single rupee
CA Nitin Kaushik says investors should not begin by asking where to invest. Instead, they should consider their goals, time horizon, risk capacity and liquidity needs. He explains seven investment types: equity for growth, debt for stability, hybrid funds for balance, real estate for tangible exposure, gold for diversification, alternatives for specialised opportunities and cash for liquidity. The key is choosing the right combination rather than searching for one best investment.
GOATbye: Leo blows whistle on Messimerising international career
Gujjar-Bakarwal families begin annual return journey from J&Ks high-altitude pastures
Srinagar, Aug 31: With temperatures beginning to drop in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir, nomadic Gujjar-Bakarwal families have started their annual return journey from the high-altitude pastures of Kashmir towards their winter homes in the Jammu region. The seasonal migration of the nomadic community, who travel with their sheep, goats and other livestock, is a centuries-old tradition. Every year, the community begins its journey towards the higher reaches of the Kashmir Valley around May, when temperatures rise sharply in the plains and lower mountainous areas of Jammu. The migration is primarily driven by the availability of grazing land and suitable weather conditions for livestock. During the summer months, several areas of Jammu, including Rajouri, Kalakote, Poonch and Sunderbani, experience intense heat and a shortage of grass, making it difficult for the nomadic families to sustain their livestock. A nomadic Bakarwal said that extreme heat and scarcity of fodder can sometimes result in the loss of sheep and goats, directly affectingthe livelihood of their families. We have been following this tradition for generations. When the heat increases in Jammu and Kashmir and there is less grass available for our livestock, we move towards the higher areas of Kashmir. The climate and availability of pastures here provide better conditions for our animals, he said. He said that livestock remains the primary source of livelihood for many nomadic families. During their return journey, some of the sheep and goats are sold to butchers, helping the families meet their household expenses and sustain themselves during the winter months. For us, there is no other major source of livelihood. Our earnings depend largely on our livestock. We face several difficulties during the migration, but this is a tradition that has continued for centuries and is also essential for our survival, he added. According to details provided by the Sheep Husbandry Department, Ganderbal, around 7.40 lakh sheep and goats have been taken by nomadic families and shepherds to various high-altitude pastures this year. The livestock and their herders have been spread across several traditional pasture areas, including Sonamarg, Vishansar, Thajiwas, Sarbal, Mangan, Dub, Saliya, Naigarh Sar and Minamarg-Drass, among other high-altitude locations. Keeping in view the large number of livestock and the challenges faced by nomadic communities in remote mountainous areas, the Sheep Husbandry Department, Ganderbal, established 11 mobile veterinary centres during the summer grazing season. Around 50 employees were deployed at these mobile centres to provide veterinary assistance to the nomadic communities and their livestock. The department also deployed five veterinary doctors to supervise the centres and ensure that sick or injured animals received timely medical attention. Officials said the mobile veterinary facilities were particularly important because many of the traditional grazing areas are located in remote and difficult-to-access mountainous terrain, where transporting sick animals to permanent veterinary centres can be challenging. As the weather now begins to change, the nomadic families have started preparing for the return journey towards Jammu. Their movement marks another phase of the centuries-old seasonal migration that continues to connect the pastoral communities of Jammu and Kashmir with the high-altitude grazing grounds of the Valley. Despite difficult terrain, unpredictable weather and other challenges during the journey, the Gujjar-Bakarwal community continues to preserve its traditional migratory lifestyle, with livestock remaining at the heart of its economy and way of life.
Saka's strike gives Arsenal narrow win over Aston Villa
Bukayo Saka's second-half goal secured a 1-0 victory for Arsenal against Aston Villa, marking their second consecutive win in the Premier League season. The win places Arsenal alongside Manchester City, Hull City, and Chelsea with six points, while Aston Villa remains without points or a goal.
Bridging the link between science and ground reality
SHEIKH ANEAUS The latest catastrophe in Nepal serves as a terrible illustration. In order to reconstruct what transpired high in the mountains, scientists are currently analyzing hydrological observations, satellite pictures, and more data. However, the incident happened so fast that community downstream had very little time to react. Experts have since stressed the importance of better satellite monitoring, real-time river monitoring, quicker detection of blockages and stronger early-warning systems to help reduce the impact of such events. The problem is not always a deficiency of scientific data. There are instances when the information is available but the connection between monitoring, research, and action is insufficient. Scientific studies are giving us clearer picture of how the landscape is changing around us. Satellites are tracking glaciers and lakes, field expeditions are carried out to record changes in mountainous regions, weather stations are collecting observations, and researchers are using these observations to better understand natural hazards such as floods and landslides. But collecting information is only one part of the job. The true worth of research is demonstrated when the data aids in decision-making. In areas where infrastructure and people can be rapidly impacted by environmental changes, this becomes particularly crucial. A change seen in a high-altitude lake or glacier could start as a scientific observation. When that information is coupled to the settlements, roads, bridges, power projects, and other facilities that are located downstream, its significance becomes much more evident. That link between research and application needs to remain strong. This does not suggest that government organizations and researchers operate independently. Environmental risks are already being monitored and understood by a number of entities. The Geological Survey of India, the Central Water Commission, the National Disaster Management Authority, ISRO and its National Remote Sensing Center, the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology, and other scientific organizations are working on various aspects of mountain hazards, monitoring, and disaster preparedness. Additionally, the Central Water Commission has created a risk-indexing method for glacial lakes, and it is working with organizations like ISRO and C-DAC to build early warning systems. These initiatives offer a critical base. The next step is to assure that the information produced through them can move smoothly between those who generate it and those who need to act on it. A change in a glacier, lake, or mountain slope could be detected by a researcher. An organization in charge of disaster management might need to determine if that change needs to be addressed right now. It may be necessary for a local government to know which routes or settlements might be impacted. The infrastructure department may need to know if a project or bridge is located in a potentially dangerous area. Each of these may only be a part of the picture. Combining those components can provide a much clearer picture of the true danger. This is where regular information exchange becomes important. Researchers require access to relevant ground data, while implementing agencies want timely access to scientific findings. Similarly, in-situ observations can also help researchers understand changes that might not be apparent from satellite imagery alone. For instance, a satellite image indicates that a lake has expanded. That information becomes much more useful when it is combined with the condition of the surrounding slopes, the drainage of the lake and the location of settlements and infrastructure in downstream areas. This also holds true for other hazards. When a rainfall forecast is combined with the data pertaining to slopes prone to landslides, it becomes more valuable. When highways, bridges, and settlements are included, in a flood map it is much more helpful. Glacier change when connected with information on the drainage system beneath it, is a value addition. In many cases, the information is already available, but bringing it all together is the challenge. This doesn't always mean that new systems need to be developed. When data from many sources is combined and updated on a regular basis, monitoring programs, databases, and communication channels can become more beneficial. The important question is how effectively these different sources of information can work together when a situation develops. An official might want a far more straightforward response, even though a research report might include a thorough scientific analysis: Is there a change? Where's it? What might take place? Which regions are at risk? What should I watch after this? That does not imply eliminating uncertainty or reducing the science to a few numbers. It is quite the reverse. Making wise choices requires an awareness of both the known and the unknown. Closer observation or a ground monitoring may be the best course of action if the information at hand is insufficient to assess if a change is hazardous. It could be necessary to do additional modeling if a potential flood pathway is unclear. Authorities don't need to wait for all the answers to scientific questions to start planning if a vulnerable location is already known. This strategy can assist prevent unwarranted worry and complacency. Scientific data on glaciers, rainfall, rivers, terrain and past disasters can be combined with information on settlements and infrastructure to identify areas where environmental hazards may affect people. This can help guide infrastructure planning, evacuation routes and field monitoring, making research part of regular planning rather than a response after disasters. Local communities can also provide useful information, as they often notice changes in water levels, slopes, cracks and streams before they are recorded officially. This kind of observation cannot replace scientific monitoring, but they can add another layer of information. This also applies to early warning systems. Instrument installation is crucial, but an alert is only helpful if someone understands what it signifies and what needs to be done. Communities need to know exactly where to go, which routes to take, and how fast they might need to react. Therefore, preparation must start long in advance of an emergency. Identifying susceptible areas, comprehending potential risks, inspecting vital infrastructure, enhancing communication routes, and determining ahead of time who is in charge of what should all be part of it. This process can be greatly facilitated by stronger relationships between researchers and implementing authorities. Researchers can help identify emerging risks and explain what the available evidence means. Government departments can identify the information they need for planning and response. Local authorities and communities can provide information from the ground level. It should work both ways. Additionally, it should occur on a regular basis rather than just in the immediate aftermath of a calamity. A risk assessment completed a few years ago might not accurately reflect current conditions since environmental variables vary over time. Thus, frequent updates are just as crucial as the original evaluation. Creating more meetings or paperwork shouldn't be the goal. It ought to be to better utilize the data that is already being produced. Examples of research being beneficial outside of academia include a satellite image that prompts a field inspection, a field observation that enhances a risk map, a hazard map that modifies an infrastructure design, or an early warning that allows people enough time to evacuate to safety. We have the chance to accomplish this more successfully than in the past thanks to the expanding availability of satellite data, enhanced computation, better monitoring systems, and field observations. However, technology by itself won't bridge the divide. A habit of exchanging knowledge, posing pertinent questions, and maintaining open lines of communication between those who research a hazard and those who must prepare for it is what are required. Environmental risks can't always be avoided, and it's not always possible to foresee when they will occur. However, when information is accessible early and handled appropriately, their effects are frequently reduced. The goal should not simply be to produce more research. It should be to make the research we already have easier to share, understand and use. For downstream communities, the value of this work is quite simple. It means knowing when something has changed above them, understanding whether they may be at risk, and receiving a warning early enough to move themselves and their families to safety. Monitoring cannot prevent every flood, landslide or other mountain hazard. But timely information can give people something very important - time. Time to leave, time to close a road, time to move equipment, time to warn others and, most importantly, time to save lives. That is why bringing research and implementation closer together matters. It is not only about understanding how the landscape is changing. It is about making sure that what we learn reaches the people at the helm before the hazard reaches them. (The Author is a PhD in Geoinformatics. Feedback: sheikh.aneaus19@gmail.com)
Messi Says Goodbye To Argentina For Good, Fathers Death Helped Seal His SHOCKING Decision?
Lionel Messi has announced his emotional retirement from the Argentina National Team after 21 historic years. The football icons decision comes after Argentinas World Cup final loss and just weeks after the death of his father, Jorge Messi. Messi leaves as Argentinas all-time appearance and goal leader, with a World Cup triumph defining his legendary career. Fans worldwide are now mourning the end of an unforgettable era.
Quote of the day by Whoopi Goldberg focuses on awareness, effort, responsibility and attention. The line, spoken by Sister Mary Clarence in Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit, says that people must take action, understand their responsibilities and stay focused if they want to achieve their goals and make progress in life.
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Longtime exec Phil Schiller is downgrading his role at Apple again
Macworld Bloombergs Mark Gurman reported on Monday that Apple executive Phil Schiller is stepping down from his roles as leader of the App Store and manager of product events. The news comes on Tim Cooks last day as Apple CEO . Schiller became an Apple Fellow in 2020 after initially stepping down as SVP of Worldwide Marketing, a position he had held since 2000. He joined Apple as a product marketing manager in 1987, but left in 1995 for Macromedia. He rejoined Apple in 1997 when Steve Jobs returned to the company. When Schiller became an Apple Fellow, he relinquished his marketing role to Greg Joswiak , but he continued to lead the efforts for the App Store and product events. The App Store duties move over to Apples services division, which is run by SVP Eddy Cue. Carson Oliver will run the App Store on a daily basis. Apples events team is now run by Nola Weinstein, who has acted as Schillers deputy since 2023, according to Gurman. Weinstein reports to Kristin Huguet Quayle, Apples vice president of communications and public relations. Schiller will still serve as an Apple Fellow and will work on unspecified initiatives, but the change is an indication that Schiller is moving towards full retirement. When he stepped down as SVP in 2020, it was viewed as the start of a gradual move towards leaving the company. Apples executive suite has been undergoing a series of personal changes in the past few years as leaders age towards retirement. Lisa Jackson (VP for Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives) retired in January, John Giannandrea (SVP, Machine Learning and AI) retired in April, and Katherine Adams (SVP Government Affairs) will retire by the end of the year. In 2025, Luca Maestri (CFO) and Jeff Williams (COO) retired , whille Alan Dye (VP Human Interface Design) left for Meta. And of course, Tim Cook steps down as CEO this week. The executive changes will be a challenge for incoming CEO John Ternus , but the company is in a position where it is seeing growth and success with all of its products. At the same time, Apple clearly needs to show it can develop and incorporate AI-based technologies to show progress going forward. New blood can help drive Apple towards that goal.
FIFA Boss Gianni Infantino's Emotional Tribute After Lionel Messi's Retirement
Lionel Messi brought the curtain down on a historic Argentina career on Monday after making a record 207 appearances for his country and scoring 125 goals.
Set goals as per abilities, interests: DCP to students
Gen Z employees today are embracing open dialogue around salaries and financial goals, shaking up traditional workplace dynamics. In contrast, older employees often find this trend surprising and unsettling. This shift towards salary transparency could enhance workplace relations and minimize salary gaps. As Gen Z redefines workplace values, our views on compensation and expectations may undergo significant transformation.
Goals, records, tears ... Messi's most iconic moments
As Lionel Messi retires from international football following the death of his father, BBC Sport looks back at some of his most iconic moments.
Messis glorious position in football is set in stone
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Heavy Industries minister urges auto industry to create more jobs for youth
Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Monday urged India's automobile industry to play its part in job creation saying the challenge of providing employment to even educated graduates is a ground reality. Creating employment opportunities for the country's youth is critical to achieving the Viksit Bharat 2047 goal stated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Let us work together for an automotive workforce ready for the next generation of mobility and contribute to the larger vision of a Viksit Bharat 2047, Kumaraswamy said while addressing the Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) Annual Conclave 2026 here. The minister noted that the challenge faced by the younger generation in the country regarding the employment is a ground reality. If we look into it, it is very difficult to get an employment, even educated graduates. I am regularly seeing youngsters who are approaching me every day. My personal request to all our automobile industry friends -- please look after the ...
Goa govt drops plan to table anti-conversion bill
The Goa government has decided not to introduce its anti-religious conversion bill during the ongoing monsoon session of the state assembly, following significant pushback from legislators representing the minority community.
The GOAT bows out: Messi retires from international football
New Delhi: Lionel Messi on Monday, August 31, announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a 20-year Argentina career that included a World Cup triumph, two Copa Amrica titles and a record 207 appearances for his country, saying the decision had been on his mind since the World Cup final defeat to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'I leave with the tranquility and pride...': Lionel Messi
Recently, Lionel Messi registered four goals as Inter Miami secured a dominant 7-1 victory over Montreal in the Major League Soccer (MLS)
End of an era: Messi announces retirement from international football
Messi retires as Argentina's most-capped player and its all-time leading goalscorer, with 207 appearances and 125 goals
In 2008, Colorados Curecanti National Recreation Area began screening boats and watercraft for invasive mussels at Blue Mesa Reservoir. The goal was to stop the species before it could enter and spread. Ten years later, the reservoir remained completely mussel-free. The result showed what consistent prevention can achieve. Regular inspections and public cooperation helped protect Blue Mesas water, wildlife and recreation from an ecological threat.
Prajaseva Abhiyan to be launched on September 5
The goal is to bring administrative services directly to the homes of people, and the Prajaseva meetings will be held at taluk/hobli levels across the State every Saturday.
Prajaseva Abhiyan to be launched on September 5
The goal is to bring administrative services directly to the homes of people, and the Prajaseva meetings will be held at taluk/hobli levels across the State every Saturday.
Highlights: Manchester City have signed Brazilian winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a deal worth up to 34.2m, on a five-year contract. He directly replaces compatriot Savio, who completed a 75m move to Tottenham Hotspur just last week. Despite the fee, Allan has never played for Brazil at any level, senior or age-group, making him a notably low-profile pick for a City squad rebuild. Manchester City have signed Allan Elias from Palmeiras for an initial 32m, rising to 34.2m with add-ons, filling the exact role vacated by Savio's 75m move to Tottenham just days earlier. It's a straightforward like-for-like swap in terms of role, and a considerably cheaper one in terms of fee. Who actually is Allan Elias? A 22-year-old right-sided winger who came through Palmeiras' youth academy and made 96 first-team appearances for the club, scoring nine goals and providing 12 assists along the way. He helped Palmeiras reach the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals this year, and the club currently sits top of Brazil's top flight. What's notable is what's missing from his CV: no senior Brazil caps, and no age-group international appearances either, an unusually low profile for a signing City are paying up to 34m for. Allan called the move a surreal moment in a statement, saying it was the proudest moment of his life to join a club with City's recent history, while adding that leaving Palmeiras, a club he said he'll always love, wasn't an easy decision to make. The Allan Elias deal Fee 32m guaranteed, up to 34.2m with add-ons Contract Five years Age 22 Palmeiras record 9 goals, 12 assists in 96 appearances International caps None, at senior or age-group level Replaces Savio (75m to Tottenham) Why sell Savio for 75m and replace him for under half that? Because City's summer has been as much about raising funds as spending them. Alongside Savio's departure, City have banked over 286m in player sales this summer, including Rodri's 65m move to Barcelona and Tijani Reijnders' 52m switch to Al-Qadsiah, while also spending heavily elsewhere: 116m on Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest and 85.6m on Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille. Against that backdrop, finding a direct Savio replacement for well under half his sale price looks less like a downgrade and more like smart business, provided Allan can do the job. Enzo Maresca's side aren't finished either. City remain in talks with Liverpool over Dutch forward Cody Gakpo and are also pursuing Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, meaning Allan's arrival is one piece of a considerably larger rebuild rather than the final word on City's window. What's the actual bet City are making here? That production matters more than pedigree. A player with zero international recognition arriving for a meaningful fee is unusual, but City have leaned on scouting Brazilian talent successfully before, from Gabriel Jesus to more recent signings, and Allan's numbers at Palmeiras this season, four goals and three assists in 21 league games while his side sits top of the table, suggest the underlying performance is real even without a national team shirt attached to it.
SPL 2026: Nangkiew Irat inflict yet another defeat on Mylliem
Shillong, Aug 31:Nangkiew Irat secured a second consecutive victory with a 1-0 result against Mylliem in the Shillong Premier League 2026 at the SSA Stadium here today. Ronaldkydon Lyngdoh Nonglait scored the only goal of the game in the 39th minute. Nangkiew Irat now have 7 points and are in the Top 4, while Mylliem [] The post SPL 2026: Nangkiew Irat inflict yet another defeat on Mylliem first appeared on Highland Post .
SC hpholds bail cancellation for 3 Goa nightclub owners
The Supreme Court has upheld the Bombay High Court's decision to cancel the bail of Saurabh Luthra, Gaurav Luthra, and Ajay Gupta, co-owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa. This ruling comes after a devastating fire at the nightclub last December claimed 25 lives and injured over 50. The apex court has directed the trio to surrender within two weeks and mandated the lower court to expedite the trial process.
Prime Videos Babita Singh Reporting takes a different approach to the cop drama by placing as much emphasis on its protagonists personal journey as it does on the investigation at the heart of the story. Since its premiere, the film has drawn attention for its layered narrative, grounded storytelling and performances, particularly that of Nimisha Sajayan, who plays suspended police officer Babita Singh, also known as Baby. The story begins with Baby investigating the murder of her childhood friend. However, as she searches for answers, the case gradually becomes more than a pursuit of the truth. Her professional investigation intersects with her personal struggles, family relationships and questions about her own identity. The film uses the investigation as a backdrop to explore a womans gradual journey towards understanding herself and making choices for her own life. Executive Producer Sudip Sharma, who has previously been associated with cop dramas such as Paatal Lok and Kohraa, explained what made Babita Singh Reporting different from the other stories in the genre that he has worked on. He says, It was a very well-written script, which is rare to find. The script was like gold, something so good coming from Amita Vyas. But what really set this cop story apart from the other cop stories Ive done was that, while it is about a female cop, more importantly, it is about her as a person and as an individual. Babita has so many roles in her life- she is a wife, a daughter-in-law, and she has always put those roles ahead of her own professional ambitions and goals, choosing to think about herself later. What I found beautiful about her journey was watching her take that first step towards listening to herself and making decisions based on what she believes is right, irrespective of what others think. These may seem like small steps, but they are incredibly important because, with each one, she moves closer to understanding herself. That balance between wanting to find the truth and, in the process, finding yourself was what I found so powerful and beautiful about the story. Directed by Ambiecka Pandit and written by Amita Vyas, the film focuses on Babys internal transformation alongside the murder investigation. Her roles as a wife and daughter-in-law, along with the expectations placed on her, have often taken precedence over her professional ambitions. As the story progresses, she begins to listen to her own instincts and take decisions based on what she considers right. Produced by Saurabh Malhotra, Manuj Mittra and Tina Tharwani under Film Squad Productions, in association with Act Three, the film features Barun Sobti and Anshumaan Pushkar in pivotal roles. Executive produced by Sudip Sharma, Babita Singh Reporting is now streaming exclusively on Prime Video. Also Read : Sudip Sharma cant make a crime drama without me: Jaideep Ahlawat on his Kohrra S2 cameo
JK Cong urges CM to intervene for hike in stipend of medical interns
Jammu, Aug 31: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee president Tariq Hameed Karra on Monday urged Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to intervene in the ongoing protest by medical interns and ensure an early and meaningful enhancement in their stipend. Jammu and Kashmir has probably emerged as the lowest-paying region for MBBS and BDS interns among the states and Union Territories listed in a comparative chart circulated by protesting medical interns, with a monthly stipend of just Rs 12,300, prompting them to launch an indefinite strike on Monday demanding its immediate revision to Rs 30,000. In a letter addressed to the chief minister, Karra said the demand of the protesting medical interns was genuine and deserved sympathetic and immediate consideration. Medical interns constitute an essential part of the healthcare delivery system and shoulder significant responsibilities in hospitals while undergoing their compulsory internship, he said. These young doctors routinely work long and demanding hours, including 36-hour shifts, attending to patients and performing their duties with dedication and commitment, Karra said. He pointed out that the stipend being provided to medical interns in Jammu and Kashmir was considerably lower than that offered in several other parts of the country. When interns elsewhere are being provided better financial support for comparable responsibilities and working hours, the demand of our medical interns for a reasonable enhancement in stipend merits serious consideration, he said. Karra urged Omar to direct the authorities concerned to engage with the protesting interns, listen to their grievances and work towards an early and satisfactory resolution of the issue. The Congress leader said positive government intervention at this stage would not only address a legitimate concern of the medical fraternity but also boost the morale of young doctors who contribute significantly to the functioning of hospitals and healthcare institutions. He hoped the government would prioritise the matter and take necessary steps for a meaningful hike in the stipend of medical interns in Jammu and Kashmir, in line with their responsibilities and the prevailing stipends in other parts of the country. The interns said their stipend had remained unchanged for nearly seven years despite repeated representations and protests, while the cost of living and stipends offered to interns in several other states had increased substantially. According to the comparative figures displayed by the interns, Odisha tops the list with a monthly stipend of Rs 44,319, followed by West Bengal at Rs 43,099 and Assam at Rs 35,000. Karnataka pays Rs 30,000, while Kerala offers Rs 27,300 and Delhi and Meghalaya Rs 26,300 each. The stipend in Telangana is listed at Rs 25,900, while Arunachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh offer Rs 25,000 each. Tamil Nadu's stipend is shown at around Rs 25,000, followed by Haryana at Rs 24,310 and Andhra Pradesh at around Rs 21,840. Gujarat, Bihar, Goa and Himachal Pradesh are listed at around Rs 20,000 a month, while Puducherry offers Rs 18,000.
Goa nightclub fire case: SC junks owners' bail pleas, orders surrender in 2 weeks
Goa nightclub fire case SC junks owners bail pleas orders surrender in weeks
Chelsea's 'Not Too Xabi' Era Brings Joy to Stamford Bridge
Chelsea, under new manager Xabi Alonso, has shown renewed attacking vigour with two Premier League wins and a League Cup victory, highlighted by a 4-3 win over Brighton, but defensive vulnerabilities persist, with the team failing to keep a clean sheet in 18 league games. The arrival of World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emi Martinez is expected to bolster the backline.
Goa Nightclub Fire Case: SC Upholds HC Order Cancelling Bail of Club Owners
The top court directed the trio to surrender within two weeks and asked the lower court to expedite the trial in the case by speeding up the process for framing of charges
Goa nightclub fire: SC upholds order cancelling bail of owners
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to interfere with the Bombay High Court order cancelling bail granted to the owners of a Goa nightclub where a fire claimed 25 lives in 2025. A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu upheld the August 18 order of the high court and dismissed multiple petitions filed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Supreme Court upholds bail cancellation of Goa nightclub owners
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to restore the bail granted to the three co-owners of Goas Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, where a fire in December 2025 claimed 25 lives.A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu dismissed the appeals filed by Saurabh Luthra, Gaurav Luthra and Ajay Gupta, upholding the []
Supreme Court upholds cancellation of bail for Goa nightclub co-owners
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Supreme Court Orders Luthra Brothers to Surrender in Goa Nightclub Fire Case
New Delhi, August 31: The Supreme Court has directed the Luthra brothers to surrender within two weeks in connection with the tragic fire incident at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, Goa. This incident, which occurred in December 2025, resulted in the deaths of 25 individuals. On Monday, the Supreme Court upheld the ... Read more Supreme Court Orders Luthra Brothers to Surrender in Goa Nightclub Fire Case
Should You Buy a Second Term Plan After Taking a New Loan?
You just signed for a 50 lakh home loan and got the keys in your hands. However, the first EMI hits next month, but somewhere under all the excitement, a quieter question creeps in: if something happens to you, who clears this debt? That question is worth sitting with. A new loan does not just change your monthly budget. It changes how much financial protection your family actually needs. And if you already have a term plan from a few years ago, there is a fair chance it no longer covers everything you have taken on since. Let us walk through whether a second term plan makes sense for you. Why Does a New Loan Change My Insurance Needs? Think about what a term plan is really for. If you are no longer around, the payout replaces your income and clears the financial load your family would otherwise carry alone. When you bought your first policy, that load looked one way. Maybe it covered your family's living expenses and a small personal loan. Now there is a big home loan sitting on top of it. Here is the problem in plain terms: Your existing cover was sized for your old responsibilities, not your new ones. A home loan is often the single largest debt a family carries. If your cover does not account for it, your family could be left repaying the loan out of their own pocket, or worse, losing the home. A loan is one of the clearest signals that your protection needs a fresh look. Who Should Actually Consider a Second Term Plan? Not everyone needs to rush out and buy more cover. This decision fits some situations better than others. You should seriously consider it if: You have taken a large loan, like a home or business loan, since buying your first policy. Your current term cover is smaller than your total outstanding debts plus your family's future needs. Your family depends heavily on your income to stay afloat. Your first policy was bought years ago, when your salary and responsibilities were much smaller. You probably do not need it if: Your existing cover is already large enough to absorb the new loan comfortably. The loan is small and short term, and you can clear it quickly. You are near clearing the loan. The simple test: add up what your family would need if you were gone tomorrow. If your current cover falls short, that gap is worth closing. How Much Extra Cover Do I Need? You do not need complicated math here. Start with a rough picture. A common starting point is total cover worth around 10 to 15 times your annual income. On top of that, add your outstanding loans. You might be earning 10 lakh a year and already hold a term plan of 1 crore. That felt right when you bought it. Now, add a 50 lakh home loan to the same picture. Your income-based need: roughly 1 crore to 1.5 crore. Your new loan: 50 lakh. Your existing cover: 1 crore. Even on the lower end, you are short by around 50 lakh once the loan is counted. That shortfall is exactly what a second term plan can fill. A term insurance policy calculator can do this for you in a couple of minutes. You enter your income, your loans, and your family's needs, and it shows you the gap, no guesswork required. Should I Increase My Old Plan or Buy a New One? Most term plans do not let you simply raise the cover amount whenever you like. Some policies allow an increase only at specific life events, such as marriage, a home loan, or the birth of a child, and only if that feature was built into the plan. So you have two honest options: Check whether your existing policy allows an increase for your situation. Read your policy document or ask your insurer directly. Do not assume it goes up automatically. If it does not, buy a second term plan to cover the gap. There is nothing wrong with holding more than one term policy. You are allowed to, as long as your total cover is justified by your income and financial situation. Many people end up with a layered setup, an older smaller plan plus a newer one matched to their current life. The goal is not to have one perfect policy. It is to make sure your total protection matches your total responsibility. What Should I Watch Out for Before Buying? A few practical things save you trouble later: Match the term to the loan. If your home loan runs 20 years, your extra cover should ideally last at least that long. Buy sooner rather than later. Premiums rise with age and health issues. The cover you buy at 32 costs less than the same cover at 40. Disclose everything honestly. Existing policies, health conditions, income, all of it. Honest disclosures keep claims smooth for your family. Do not over-insure. Excess coverage means that you are making payments on insurance that your family will never need. Strive for sufficient, but never too much. Keep it simple. The right amount of cover, held for the right length of time, at a premium you can sustain. Is a Second Term Plan Worth the Extra Premium? For most people carrying a large loan, yes, and by a wide margin. Term life insurance is one of the most affordable kinds of cover you can buy. A healthy person in their early thirties can often get several lakhs of cover for a premium that costs less than a monthly outing. Weigh that against the alternative. Without enough cover, your family could inherit a loan they did not sign up for, at the worst possible time. A modest premium today buys them the certainty that the loan gets cleared no matter what. When you look at it that way, the extra premium is not really a cost. It is the price of your family keeping the home you just bought. The Bottom Line A new loan is a milestone, and it is also a prompt. It is the right moment to ask whether the term life insurance you set up years ago still fits the life you are living now. Here is your short checklist: Add up your total outstanding loans and your family's needs. Compare that against your current term cover. Use a term insurance calculator to spot the gap. Check whether your old plan can be increased, and if not, consider a second one. Buy while you are young and healthy to lock in a lower premium. You do not need to overthink it. You just want to be sure that if life throws a curveball, the loan you signed for today never turns into your family's burden tomorrow. A quick check with a term insurance policy calculator is often all it takes to see where you stand.
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From Bali To Dubai, How Womens Asia Cup Debutants Indonesia Built A Team From Scratch
Ni Putu Ayu Nanda Sakarini: Twelve years ago, Indonesia had no Women's T20I status, no turf ground, and, the federation admits, barely a cricket structure outside expatriate clubs. On Monday, at Dubai International Stadium, the Indonesia senior women's team will walk out for their first-ever Women's Asia Cup match against Bangladesh. They will also take on defending champions Sri Lanka and hosts UAE. For Indonesia, the fourth most populous country in the world with over 17,000 islands, it's a milestone twelve years in the making, one that almost nobody outside the country saw coming. Leading them out will be Ni Putu Ayu Nanda Sakarini, a wicketkeeper-batter who discovered the sport at high school in 2013. Badminton, not cricket, was the sport she grew up with. Her parents dabbled in it too, and badminton remains Indonesia's standout Olympic sport, with eight golds, six silvers and eight bronzes. Because of that, I loved the sport. But badminton has so many players, and it was difficult to be involved in the national team. So, I thought cricket was good for me, and now it's my career, Nanda told IANS. After an early development tour to Jaipur in 2015, after a national womens championship was set up in 2014 to provide a more formal competitive competition, Nanda made her Indonesia T20I debut in 2019. Now she captains a side making its maiden appearance in Asian cricket's flagship senior event. It's really an exciting and incredible feeling and a big honour for me to lead Indonesia on such a big stage. I feel very proud to be part of this journey. It's taken a long time for me to get into this position. Moreover, I am feeling very nervous because this is the first time we are in the Asia Cup, she added. Head coach Nitish Salekar, previously with Thailand's women's set-up, described a similar sense of pride. I feel really proud, to be honest. The way we played in the qualifiers and to come so far till now, I feel really happy, and I'm excited to play the Asia Cup with this bunch of players, he said to IANS. Indonesia is neither a Test-playing nation nor part of the Commonwealth bandwagon. It has no rock-solid domestic first-class structure, but what it has built over the last twelve years, as per current Persatuan Cricket Indonesia chairman Abhiram Singh Yadav, is building and executing a vision to develop women's cricket at the same pace as the men's game in the country. We have about 200,000 cricketers in Indonesia, and about 100,000 women are playing cricket. So, this Asia Cup, we hope it becomes an amazing moment to inspire the other girls throughout the archipelago of Indonesia. Also, we hope to make some unique surprises in the competition, he said to IANS. Salekar, who played cricket in India for 16 years and represented Maharashtra, feels the talent pool has grown considerably since he arrived in Indonesia. When you compare to Thailand, there are some similarities - the passion with which they play cricket. But when I came, the depth of women cricketers was more in Indonesia. We probably had 30-35 girls playing in the national camp at one point. So, there's definitely more participation over here. Thailand was a much more experienced side, and now when I see this group, I hope they play for a long time. The longer this team plays, the more successful they'll get. It also helps that a few members of the senior squad came through the country's debut at the inaugural U19 Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa in 2023, after cricket was included in Indonesias National Sports Games in 2016. We started cricket from zero, began by introducing it to schools, and we now have cricket on 21 different islands. But the fruit from the seeds sown in the last 12 years is seen now - the women's team are ranked 21 in the world and are now set to play in this Asia Cup. The lucky part is that the women are performing at a much, much higher stage, says Yadav, who became the associations chairman in 2023, after being a part of various youth movements to businesses, including the Indonesian Chambers of Commerce and being a special staff member in the Indonesian Parliament. The federation used Kasti, a traditional bat-and-ball game, to explain cricket in schools, and wrote its cricket coaching curriculum in Bahasa Indonesia from the outset. The International Cricket Council (ICC) also has its own push to make its documents and commentary in Bahasa Indonesia too, apart from commentary of its major events in the language spoken by 90 percent of its residents. The ICC's Cricket Criiio initiative, a global programme to celebrate playing cricket in a fun way, has helped too. Under this, the sport has been introduced via plastic bats and balls in elementary schools, points out Yadav, who himself moved to Indonesia as a four-year-old, with his family roots in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state. The quest to play cricket has come at a personal cost for Indonesias players. Nanda gave up teaching physical education to commit to cricket full-time. Most of the players are full-time cricketers. But it was difficult for me to maintain the time for cricket and teaching. So, I quit the teaching job. Also, some of the girls are still studying at the university. But now, because we practice six times a week. The squad draws players from as far as Papua, East Nusa Tenggara and Jakarta, beyond the Bali base most call home - a distance from family, friends and normal life that Nanda calls part of the sacrifice of representing the country at this level. Indonesia's fortunes turned when they joined the Asian Cricket Council in 2024 through its AGM in Bali, with membership approved by then chairman Jay Shah, now head of the ICC. Having missed that year's Women's Asia Cup, Indonesia were determined to make the cut this time. With a camp in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh in November 2025 and a partnership with Western Australia, leading to Ni Made Putri Suwandewi, known as Tori, being an associate rookie for Perth Scorchers in the 2024 WBBL, Indonesia responded with five successive wins over Singapore, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman and Hong Kong at this years ACC Women's Premier Cup in Malaysia in June. A 113-run victory over Oman confirmed their first-ever Womens Asia Cup berth. I was obviously happy and excited for the girls. This will be my second Asia Cup, so I know the stage. I was quietly confident about the team qualifying due to knowing how we are playing our cricket. But it was actually a good feeling when they qualified. The one thing I have told them is to enjoy this stage, and make the most out of it... It's a great opportunity to showcase your talent on a big stage, said Salekar. The country has never had a turf pitch - all 21 provinces currently use AstroTurf. The federation has just completed contracting two international-standard turf grounds, which Yadav hopes will be ready by November or December this year. Actually, it will be a massive game-changer, especially considering the fact that this team has come so far practising on synthetic wickets till now - it's not easy. So, this team getting access to turf grounds will make them much better in terms of skills. Batters will be able to bat on different wicket conditions every day... The overall cricket will dramatically change when you shift from astro to turf, added Salekar. Drawing from his coaching time with Thailand in the Womens T20 World Cup qualifiers in Dubai, Salekar thinks the stadium with a proper outfield will allow batters to play shots properly, something which matters for a player like Nanda, whose game is built on timing rather than power. No need to hit hard, just get timing with the bat effortlessly, she said, describing what she admires in MS Dhoni, South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt and India's Smriti Mandhana - the last of whom Salekar compared her to independently. Nanda is a good timer of the ball herself and she also kind of plays in the same mould like Smriti, where she relies more on timing than strength, he said. Off the field, the Indonesian dressing room has a very diverse look. Bali, home to most of the squad, has many Hindus, while parts of Sulawesi are dominated by Christians. The current squad includes players who wear the hijab and players who do not, alongside Christian, Catholic, Buddhist and Hindu players. Our difference in religion does not really matter because we share the same goals - to represent Indonesia... Everyone has different beliefs, and we respect each other's beliefs, support each other, and I will always make sure everyone feels included in the team, said Nanda. Yadav described a dressing room where faith is openly shared rather than set aside. When it comes to cricket, our team is very diverse... we are blessed that Indonesian anthropology is very plural. The environment is very supportive, and the uniqueness is that, apart from whatever religion, they support each other. In fact, before every match, all the players stand and pray together by taking turns, despite whatever their religion is. Another beautiful thing about our Indonesian team is they are 100 percent local. For our men's team, yes, we do have expat players. But for our women's team, we have 100 percent local players. Nobody in the camp is treating Monday as a ceiling. Yadav believes Indonesia can overtake long-time regional rival Thailand within one to two years, with the federation scheduled to host the Women's East Asia World Cup qualifier on the new Bali ground next May. Our target is definitely reaching the top 12 in the next five years, and hopefully, afterwards, we can be in the top 10. Our philosophy is always very simple: we are ready to learn, and we are ready to win. The government has been supporting us very well, including the National Olympic Committee and the Ministry - that's why cricket is part of the national games. The result is not only about qualifying for the Asia Cup, but how their skills and mentality are developing. While Salekar's estimate is three to five years before Indonesia is competitive at senior World Cups, Nanda's framing is tied to what the next generation might take from watching the team play in Dubai. Apart from more finances coming in, more game time is in store via the Asian Games and Southeast Asian Games, where Indonesia have been medallists. I'm very grateful to have the opportunity to wear the Indonesian jersey on such a big stage. I hope we can show the world that we also can compete against big teams. I also want to inspire the young girls in Indonesia to get more involved in cricket. She was careful not to look too far ahead, especially with cricket now back in the Olympics. It's very nice to see cricket back in the Olympics. Obviously, one has to take it step by step... We'll start with the Asia Cup, and hopefully, sometime in the future, we'll play in the Olympics as well. I'm very grateful to have the opportunity to wear the Indonesian jersey on such a big stage. I hope we can show the world that we also can compete against big teams. I also want to inspire the young girls in Indonesia to get more involved in cricket. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories No one knows what will happen when Indonesia take the field in their first-ever Womens Asia Cup game on Monday night. They have no blueprint to experience this feeling for a mammoth moment like this. But thirteen years after Nanda first started hitting a ball around in a country with nowhere to play the sport, just being out there and playing in Dubai will be a victory in itself. Article Source: IANS
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No footpath. No street lighting. No safe crossing. And then we ask: Why are pedestrians dying on our roads? Across India, walking is not merely a mode of transport. For millions, it is a daily necessity. People walk to schools, workplaces, markets, hospitals, public transport stops, religious places and neighbourhoods. Children walk. Senior citizens walk. Women walk. Workers walk. Persons with disabilities walk. Every motorist becomes a pedestrian at some point. Yet, despite the obvious importance of walking, pedestrians remain among the most vulnerable road users. A safe and dignified walking environment requires three simple fundamentals: space to walk, visibility to walk and a safe place to cross. Footpaths, street lighting and pedestrian crossings are therefore not decorative additions to an urban landscape. They are the basic architecture of human mobility. But the story of Srinagar Smart City presents a somewhat different and more complex challenge. Over the past few years, Srinagar has witnessed significant efforts to improve its urban landscape, streetscapes, public spaces and pedestrian infrastructure. Beautifully designed and developed footpaths have emerged in several parts of the city, reflecting an important shift towards walkability and people-centric urban mobility. The underlying idea is commendable: the pedestrian must be given priority. But what happens when the very footpath created for pedestrians is subsequently occupied by commercial activities? What happens when a pedestrian is forced to leave a beautifully developed footpath and walk on the carriageway because the designated pedestrian space has been converted into a commercial extension? What happens when a Smart City investment designed to improve walkability becomes inaccessible to the very people for whom it was created? This is where Srinagar needs to pause, reflect and rethink. The issue is not simply about removing an encroachment. It is about reclaiming the philosophy of a Smart City. The First Rightful Owner of a Footpath Is the Pedestrian. A footpath has one fundamental purpose: to provide safe and continuous movement for pedestrians. It is not an informal marketplace. It is not an extension of a shop. It is not additional display space. It is not a parking bay. It is not a storage area. And it certainly cannot become a permanent commercial platform at the cost of pedestrian safety. The pedestrian is the first rightful user of the footpath. This principle must become the foundation of Srinagar's urban mobility thinking. When a footpath is occupied, the pedestrian does not disappear. The pedestrian is displaced. And where does the displaced pedestrian go? That simple transitionfrom footpath to carriagewaycan transform a safe journey into a dangerous one. A pedestrian walking on a designated footpath is separated, at least conceptually, from moving traffic. Once that pedestrian is pushed onto the carriageway, the equation changes completely. The pedestrian becomes exposed to buses, trucks, cars, motorcycles, auto-rickshaws and other moving vehicles. Therefore, footpath encroachment is not merely an aesthetic or municipal issue. It is a road-safety issue. Srinagar Smart City Must Be More Than Beautiful Infrastructure. Srinagar has immense natural, cultural and architectural beauty. The city does not need to imitate every other urban centre to become smart. It needs to become functional, inclusive, accessible and safe while preserving its own identity. The Smart City concept should ultimately be judged not by the number of projects completed, paved surfaces created or decorative elements installed, but by a much simpler question: Can an ordinary citizen move through the city safely, comfortably and with dignity? If the answer is yes, the city is becoming smarter. If the answer is no, technology and beautification alone cannot make it truly smart. A beautifully paved footpath that cannot be used by pedestrians is not a successful pedestrian project. A modern road without safe crossings is incomplete. A commercial street where pedestrians are forced into traffic is not truly people-centric. And a smart mobility system that ignores the most basic human movementwalkinghas missed an essential part of the Smart City vision. Walkability Must Remain at the Centre. For Srinagar, walkability should not be treated as a secondary component of urban planning. It should be a central pillar. The city's historic character itself provides a powerful argument for this. Many parts of Srinagar have evolved around compact neighbourhoods, markets, lanes, public spaces and pedestrian movement. The relationship between people and place has traditionally been intimate. Modern urban development should strengthen this character rather than eliminate it. A walkable Srinagar can deliver multiple benefits simultaneously: Safer movement for pedestrians; Better access to public transport; Reduced dependence on private vehicles; Improved accessibility for elderly citizens; Safer school journeys; Greater mobility for women and children; I mproved public health; More vibrant public spaces; Better tourism experiences; Cleaner streets; Stronger local commerce; and A more humane urban environment. In other words, walkability is not anti-commerce. It is pro-community. The objective should not be to remove legitimate livelihood opportunities. The objective should be to ensure that commercial activity and pedestrian safety can coexist through proper planning and regulation. Livelihood Is ImportantBut So Is Public Safety. This is perhaps the most sensitive part of the discussion. Whenever authorities attempt to clear footpaths, concerns about livelihood naturally arise. Many small traders, vendors and shopkeepers depend on roadside commercial activity. For some families, a small business is the primary source of income. Therefore, the conversation cannot simply be reduced to: Remove everyone from the footpath. That approach may be administratively convenient but socially incomplete. At the same time, livelihood cannot become an unlimited justification for occupying infrastructure intended for pedestrians. We cannot claim that pedestrian safety must be compromised because commercial space is limited. We cannot justify putting children, elderly citizens and ordinary pedestrians into moving traffic because a footpath has become commercially attractive. The solution lies somewhere between enforcement and empathy. The system needs to identify where commercial activities can legitimately operate, where vending zones can be created, where loading and unloading can occur, and where pedestrian movement must remain absolutely protected. The principle should be simple: Livelihoods must be protected through planningnot protected at the cost of pedestrian lives. The Need for a Different Enforcement Philosophy. Traditional enforcement often follows a familiar cycle. Encroachment develops. Complaints increase. Authorities conduct a drive. Temporary clearance takes place. Photographs are published. A few days or weeks later, the same spaces are occupied again. The cycle repeats. This is not sustainable. Srinagar needs a more intelligent enforcement mechanism. Instead of treating footpath encroachment as an occasional drive, authorities should establish permanent pedestrian corridors with clearly defined rules. Every footpath should have an identifiable status: Pedestrian Priority Zone. Once designated, the space should be protected through regular monitoring. Where technology is available, surveillance can support enforcement. Citizen reporting mechanisms can identify recurring violations. Municipal teams can maintain digital records of vulnerable locations. Repeat violations can attract progressively stronger action under applicable law. The objective should be consistency. A rule that is enforced today but ignored tomorrow eventually loses credibility. The 1.8-Metre Question. One of the most important principles in pedestrian infrastructure is continuity. A pedestrian should not have to repeatedly stop, turn, step onto the road or negotiate around obstacles simply to travel a few hundred metres. The usable pedestrian path must remain reasonably clear and accessible. This becomes especially important for: persons using wheelchairs, elderly citizens, parents with children, visually impaired persons and people carrying goods or luggage. A footpath blocked by merchandise may appear to be a minor inconvenience to a healthy adult. For a person with a disability, it can become an absolute barrier. For a child, it can become a safety hazard. For an elderly person, it can become a serious risk. Therefore, accessibility must become part of the definition of a successful footpath. Street Lighting: The Missing Link. Footpaths alone are not enough. A pedestrian corridor must also be visible and adequately illuminated. Poor lighting creates vulnerability after sunset, particularly around markets, transport hubs, intersections and isolated stretches. A Smart City cannot expect pedestrians to use infrastructure that becomes uncomfortable or unsafe after dark. Street lighting should therefore be planned as part of the pedestrian network rather than as an independent beautification component. The question should not merely be: Is there a light pole? The question should be: Can a pedestrian clearly see the path, obstacles, crossing point and approaching traffic? That is the standard that matters. Safe Crossings Must Connect the Footpaths. Another common failure in urban mobility is the disconnected footpath. A pedestrian may receive an excellent footpath on one side of the road but have no safe means to reach the other side. This creates a fundamental planning contradiction. A pedestrian network is only as strong as its weakest link. If a footpath ends abruptly at a busy junction, the pedestrian is effectively pushed into conflict with traffic. Therefore, Srinagar needs a systematic network of zebra crossings, pedestrian signals, raised crossings where appropriate, refuge spaces, traffic calming measures and accessible crossing facilities. Crossings should be located according to actual pedestrian movementnot merely where road engineers find convenient space. People will cross where they need to cross. Urban planning must understand this behaviour and provide safe facilities accordingly. Commercial Activity Can Be Designed Better. Srinagar's commercial life is part of its identity. Markets, street vendors, small businesses and traditional trading spaces contribute to the city's social and economic character. The answer is therefore not to sterilise the streets. The answer is to organise them. Dedicated vending zones, timed loading and unloading areas, regulated display limits, designated parking arrangements and clearly marked pedestrian corridors can help create a better balance. A shopkeeper should know exactly where commercial activity can extend. A vendor should know exactly where vending is permitted. A transporter should know exactly where loading and unloading is allowed. And a pedestrian should know that the footpath belongs to walking. This clarity reduces conflict. The Pedestrian Must Become a Stakeholder in City Planning. Too often, urban planning is discussed between departments, contractors, engineers, transport authorities and enforcement agencies. But the pedestrianthe ultimate useris rarely represented adequately. Srinagar should consider institutionalising pedestrian audits before and after major urban infrastructure projects. A pedestrian audit should ask: Is the footpath continuous? Is it obstruction-free? Is it accessible? Is it adequately illuminated? Are crossings available? Are intersections safe? Are vendors accommodated appropriately? Are parking violations affecting pedestrian space? Can children and elderly citizens use the corridor safely? Can persons with disabilities navigate it independently? These are practical questions. They can transform the way the city evaluates mobility projects. Smart City Should Mean Smart Enforcement. Technology offers Srinagar an opportunity to move beyond traditional enforcement. A city-wide pedestrian protection system could potentially combine: CCTV monitoring + citizen reporting + GIS mapping + enforcement records + periodic pedestrian audits. Repeated encroachment hotspots could be mapped. High-risk pedestrian corridors could receive priority attention. Citizen complaints could be categorised and tracked. Authorities could identify whether a problem is temporary, recurring or permanent. Such a system would allow decision-makers to move from reactive enforcement to evidence-based urban management. That is what being smart should mean. Do Not Blame the Pedestrian. There is another important behavioural issue. When pedestrians walk on roads because footpaths are blocked, they are sometimes blamed for obstructing traffic. This is fundamentally unfair. If the designated pedestrian infrastructure is unavailable, the pedestrian has limited choices. We should therefore ask: Who displaced the pedestrian? Instead of blaming people for walking on the road, we must examine why they were forced there. Road safety begins with understanding human behaviour and designing infrastructure around real-world movement. Srinagar Needs a Pedestrian-First Charter. The city could consider developing a simple Srinagar Pedestrian Charter. Its central message could be: Every pedestrian deserves a continuous, accessible, obstruction-free and safe walking route. Such a charter could establish clear responsibilities for relevant authorities and provide citizens with a simple mechanism to report violations. It could also create a public understanding that occupying a footpath is not a harmless act. The footpath is public infrastructure. It is built from public resources. It exists for public mobility. Its protection is therefore a collective responsibility. Releasing the Beauty of Srinagar Smart City. There is a deeper dimension to this debate. Srinagar has invested considerable effort in improving its urban appearance. But beauty is not merely about paving stones, lighting fixtures, landscaping or architectural elements. The real beauty of a city is visible when people can use it freely, safely and with dignity. A clean and unobstructed footpath creates an entirely different urban experience. It allows citizens to walk without fear. It allows visitors to appreciate the city. It allows shopkeepers to operate in an organised environment. It allows public spaces to breathe. It makes streets more inviting. It strengthens tourism. It improves civic pride. In this sense, reclaiming footpaths is not an anti-commercial campaign. It is a pro-Srinagar campaign. The City Belongs to Everyone. A road cannot belong exclusively to motorists. A footpath cannot belong exclusively to businesses. A public space cannot belong exclusively to one interest group. The city belongs to everyone. The challenge of urban governance is to allocate space fairly. Vehicles need roads. Pedestrians need footpaths. Cyclists need safe cycling infrastructure. Public transport needs designated space. Vendors need regulated vending areas. Businesses need legitimate commercial space. Emergency services need unobstructed access. When every activity competes for the same piece of public land, conflict is inevitable. The solution is not more conflict. It is better planning. A New Mobility Social Contract. Srinagar now needs a new social contract around mobility. Citizens must respect public infrastructure. Businesses must respect pedestrian space. Drivers must respect vulnerable road users. Authorities must protect the infrastructure they create. Enforcement agencies must act fairly and consistently. Urban planners must listen to actual users. And policymakers must recognise that mobility is not simply about moving vehicles. Mobility is about moving people. That distinction is critical. A city can have smooth traffic flow and still fail its citizens if people cannot walk safely. A road can be technically well-engineered and still be socially unsafe if pedestrians have no place to cross. A city can have modern infrastructure and still be inaccessible to people with disabilities. Smart mobility therefore begins with a simple question: How does this street work for a human being? From Encroachment Drives to Encroachment Management. Srinagar should move from periodic anti-encroachment drives towards a comprehensive Encroachment Management Policy. Such a policy could distinguish between: 1. temporary vending; 2. permanent commercial structures; 3. merchandise displays; 4. parking encroachment; 5. construction material; 6. loading and unloading; 7. unauthorised extensions; and 8. obstructions affecting accessibility. Each category can have an appropriate regulatory response. This is more sustainable than treating every violation identically. At the same time, enforcement must remain firm where pedestrian safety is directly threatened. There should be zero tolerance for obstruction of critical pedestrian crossings, school approaches, hospital access routes, emergency corridors and high-risk road sections. The Economic Argument for Walkability. There is also a misconception that pedestrian-friendly streets hurt businesses. In reality, walkable commercial environments can support local commerce because pedestrians are potential customers. A person walking comfortably along a market street can observe shops, access businesses, and spend time in the area. But when pedestrians are forced into traffic, the street becomes stressful and less attractive. The goal should therefore be to create pedestrian-friendly commerce, not pedestrian-hostile commerce. A properly designed market can have both: a thriving business ecosystem and a protected pedestrian corridor. That is the balance Srinagar should pursue. Children Should Be Our Urban Planning Test. One simple test can reveal whether a street is genuinely safe: Would you allow a child to walk there alone? If the answer is no, the infrastructure deserves another look. A city designed around the safety of children will naturally become safer for everyone. The same applies to elderly citizens and persons with disabilities. If the most vulnerable users can navigate a street comfortably, the city has achieved something meaningful. A Call for Administrative Rethinking. The time has come for Srinagar to look beyond the traditional boundaries of municipal administration, traffic management and urban beautification. Pedestrian safety requires coordination among Srinagar Smart City authorities, municipal institutions, traffic police, transport authorities, planning agencies, enforcement teams, market associations, traders, civil society and citizens. The solution cannot belong to one department. It must become a shared urban responsibility. Every new footpath should be protected. Every major road improvement should include pedestrian connectivity. Every commercial development should consider pedestrian capacity. Every major junction should be audited for safe crossing. Every encroachment complaint affecting pedestrian safety should be tracked. And every successful intervention should be measured by outcomesnot merely by the number of drives conducted. The Real Measure of a Smart City. Perhaps Srinagar should redefine what it means to be a Smart City. Not simply: How many roads were upgraded? But: How many people can walk safely? Not simply: How beautiful is the streetscape? But: How usable is the public space? Not simply: How many encroachment drives were conducted? But: How sustainably was pedestrian space protected? Not simply: How efficiently can vehicles move? But: How safely can every citizen move? This is the real test. Conclusion: Give the Footpath Back to the Footwalker. Srinagar does not lack beauty. It does not lack history. It does not lack public spirit. It does not lack talent. What it needs is a stronger alignment between planning, enforcement, livelihood and public safety. The beautifully developed footpaths of Srinagar Smart City should not become another contested space. They should become symbols of a new urban cultureone where pedestrians are respected, businesses are regulated fairly, public infrastructure is protected, and mobility is designed around people. We must understand that asking a pedestrian to surrender a footpath for commercial activity is not a small compromise. It is a transfer of public safety risk. When a pedestrian leaves the footpath and enters the carriageway, the consequences can be severe. Therefore, the choice before Srinagar is not between livelihood and pedestrian safety. The real choice is between unplanned competition for public space and intelligent urban planning. We can protect livelihoods without sacrificing pedestrians. We can support commerce without surrendering footpaths. We can enforce regulations without ignoring human realities. We can create a Smart City that is both economically vibrant and socially responsible. But it requires courage to rethink the system. It requires coordination. It requires consistent enforcement. And above all, it requires recognising one simple truth: The Footpath Was Built for the Footwalker. Let us give it back to them. Because walking safely is not a privilege. It is not a luxury. It is not a favour from the administration. It is an essential element of a safe, inclusive and dignified city. And if Srinagar truly wishes to reveal the full beauty of its Smart City transformation, perhaps the first step is the simplest one: Clear the footpath. Light the street. Secure the crossing. Let Srinagar walk. (The author is a renowned social reformer & Mobility Expert with over two decades of experience. For feedback, email: umarbhat07@gmail.com)
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The prime minister also made a mention of the productive talks he had with the Uzbek president over dinner last night. We had a productive discussion over dinner last night and took several important decisions. We will establish a Coordination Council at the level of foreign ministers to provide direction to all aspects of our cooperation through close coordination, Modi said. The prime minister said both sides will also elevate their existing joint commission from the level of secretaries to that of ministerial level. Both sides will jointly organise a business summit featuring business leaders from both nations. We will also establish a long-term arrangement for the supply of uranium, he said without elaborating. 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