मध्य पूर्व में बढ़ते तनाव का असर अब भारत के रियल एस्टेट सेक्टर पर साफ दिखने लगा है। निर्माण सामग्री की कीमतें तेजी से बढ़ रही हैं और बड़े उद्योग विशेषज्ञों ने चेतावनी दी है कि अगर अप्रैल तक यही स्थिति बनी रही तो निर्माण लागत लगभग 5 प्रतिशत तक बढ़ सकती है। इससे न सिर्फ प्रोजेक्ट की लागत बढ़ेगी, बल्कि निर्माण कार्य में भी देरी होने की आशंका है.

लागत बढ़ने का जोखिम क्यों है?
अंबुजा नेवतिया ग्रुप के चेयरमैन हर्षवर्द्धन नेवतिया ने इसे क्लासिक लागत-पुश चक्र कहा है। फरवरी में कच्चे तेल की कीमतें 70 डॉलर प्रति बैरल से नीचे थीं, लेकिन मार्च में बढ़कर 110-120 डॉलर प्रति बैरल से ऊपर पहुंच गईं। इसके साथ ही प्राकृतिक गैस की कीमतों में भी भारी बढ़ोतरी हुई है. इसका सीधा असर स्टील, लॉजिस्टिक्स और पेट्रोकेमिकल से जुड़े सामानों पर पड़ रहा है।

अप्रैल तक दबाव बढ़ सकता है
क्रेडाई पश्चिम बंगाल के अध्यक्ष और मर्लिन ग्रुप के चेयरमैन सुशील मोहता ने कहा है कि अगर अप्रैल में भी टकराव जारी रहा तो निर्माण लागत तुरंत 5 फीसदी बढ़ जाएगी. उन्होंने यह भी कहा कि निर्माण सामग्री की कमी के कारण परियोजना की समयसीमा प्रभावित हो सकती है। अगर टकराव लंबे समय तक जारी रहा तो भारत की अर्थव्यवस्था पर भी असर पड़ सकता है.

स्टील की कीमतों में भारी बढ़ोतरी
जमीनी स्तर पर देखें तो स्टील की कीमतों में पहले ही काफी बढ़ोतरी हो चुकी है. टीएमटी स्टील की कीमत फरवरी में करीब 62,000 रुपये प्रति टन थी, जो मार्च में बढ़कर 72,000 रुपये प्रति टन हो गई. यानी कुछ बाजारों में करीब 20 फीसदी की बढ़ोतरी हुई है. पिछले 2-3 महीनों में कुल मिलाकर कीमतों में 18-25 फीसदी की बढ़ोतरी हुई है. वहीं, सीमेंट की कीमतों में अभी 0-5 फीसदी ही बदलाव देखने को मिला है, लेकिन मांग लगातार बढ़ रही है.

मुनाफ़े और परियोजनाओं पर असर
पूर्ति रियल्टी के प्रबंध निदेशक महेश अग्रवाल ने कहा कि कीमतें अभी नहीं बढ़ाई गई हैं, लेकिन स्थिति पर नजर रखी जा रही है. बढ़ती लागत का असर कंपनियों के मुनाफे पर पड़ेगा. इस बीच, आईसीआरए की रिपोर्ट के अनुसार, वित्त वर्ष 2025-26 में ऑपरेटिंग मार्जिन 10.3-10.8 प्रतिशत और वित्त वर्ष 2026-27 में 10.1-10.6 प्रतिशत रहने का अनुमान है, जो पहले के 13-14 प्रतिशत से काफी कम है। हालांकि, राजस्व वृद्धि में सुधार की उम्मीद है।

आगे क्या हो सकता है असर?
विशेषज्ञों का मानना ​​है कि अगर मध्य पूर्व में हालात जल्द नहीं सुधरे तो रियल एस्टेट सेक्टर को लंबे समय तक दबाव का सामना करना पड़ सकता है. इससे घर की कीमतें बढ़ सकती हैं और खरीदार की मांग पर भी असर पड़ सकता है।

डीजीपी दीपम सेठ ने मुख्यमंत्री से मुलाकात कर उन्हें इस सम्मान की जानकारी दी. मुख्यमंत्री ने कहा कि यह क्षण सिर्फ एक उपलब्धि नहीं है, बल्कि गौरव, परंपरा और अदम्य सेवा भावना का जीवंत प्रमाण है। यह सम्मान उत्तराखंड पुलिस को देश के उन चुनिंदा पुलिस बलों में स्थापित करता है, जिन्हें उनकी विशिष्ट एवं उत्कृष्ट सेवाओं के लिए यह सर्वोच्च राष्ट्रीय सम्मान प्राप्त हुआ है। उन्होंने इस सम्मान के लिए राष्ट्रपति, प्रधानमंत्री और गृह मंत्री के प्रति आभार भी व्यक्त किया.

केदारनाथ हेली सेवा: साइबर ठग सक्रिय, हेली टिकट बुकिंग में धोखाधड़ी से बचने के लिए एडवाइजरी जारी

यह सम्मान एक कठोर और बहुस्तरीय मूल्यांकन प्रक्रिया के बाद दिया जाता है जिसमें पुलिस बल, कानून और व्यवस्था, अपराध नियंत्रण, आंतरिक सुरक्षा, आपदा प्रबंधन, सार्वजनिक सुरक्षा और तकनीकी नवाचार के हर आयाम की गहन जांच की जाती है।

मित्र पुलिस को साइबर अपराध नियंत्रण की कसौटी पर भी परखा गया है. प्रेसिडेंट पुलिस कलर को मार्क भी कहा जाता है। पुलिस बल के सभी अधिकारी एवं कर्मचारी इस सम्मान को अपनी वर्दी पर बैज के रूप में पहनते हैं। आपको बता दें कि यह सम्मान उन पुलिस बलों को दिया जाता है जो कम से कम 15 साल पुराने हों।

Tucked away off the northeastern coast of South America is a country so lush it looks like something out of a fantasy world. Suriname, a country often forgotten on the world stage, is literally overwhelmed by the forces of nature. While other countries struggle to maintain their natural environment, Suriname is thriving as the world’s greatest treasure trove of environments, untouched, untamed and incredibly important to the world’s future. This is a country that has an astonishing 93% of its land covered in dense rainforests, earning it the title of the most forested country on Earth.

Suriname: The most forested country in the world

Suriname is famous for something unusual but simple: its forests. According to environmental information Forest Reference Level (FRL) According to the report, about 93% of the country’s land area is covered with abundant tropical rainforests. This makes it the country with the highest percentage of forest coverage. Unlike other industrialized countries, Suriname has retained vast areas of untouched forest. A large part of the country is part of the Amazon biome and is home to unique species like the jaguar, river otter and harpy eagle. Despite all this, this country remains unknown to the world. It has a low population density and most people live on the northern coast. This has contributed to the country maintaining its forests.

a global leader in forest conservation

However, Suriname is not only rich in forests but also excels in the field of forest conservation. Suriname has been designated a “high forest, low deforestation” (HFLD) country. World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). This means that the forest area in the country is high and the level of deforestation is low. Suriname has also established itself as a leader in the international arena on the issue of climate change. As mentioned in United Nations Framework Convention on Climate ChangeDuring COP-23, Suriname promised to retain 93 percent of its forest area forever. This has made Suriname one of the few carbon-negative countries in the world. This means that the country absorbs more carbon dioxide than it produces. Suriname’s forests have been described as “carbon sinks” and have played an important role in the fight against global warming.

Why does Suriname matter more to current environmentalists?

In a constantly changing world where global forest cover has steadily declined to about 31% of total forest area, countries like Suriname are important.Rainforests in Suriname regulate the climate, support biodiversity, and provide habitat for indigenous people who have lived in harmony with nature for centuries. These rainforests are not only beneficial to the country; They are the lifeline of the world.Despite the importance of the rainforests in Suriname, the country faces the challenge of preserving such a vast resource. The country has over the years requested the international community to support financially and technically in the conservation of the rainforest without compromising economic progress.

hidden green part of the planet

Although Suriname may not be the kind of place that makes the evening news or the average tourist guidebook, its importance cannot be overstated. In an age in which the word “climate” is used more than any other word in the dictionary, this tranquil country of forests and woods serves as a powerful model for what it means to live in harmony with nature.The story of this country is one in which the most important places on Earth are the ones we hear the least about.

The Surapur style of painting is a unique artistic tradition of the Kalyana Karnataka region, which comprises seven districts in the northeastern part of Karnataka. Artist and history lover Rahman Patel says, its history is about 400 years old. “It emerged during the reign of Bedar Nayak, who ruled the Surapur kingdom between 1636 and 1858. From the founding king Gaddi Pidda Nayak to the Surapur kings and their successors such as Hasrangi Pamanayaka, Immadi, Venkatappa Nayak and Mummadi Devendra Venkatappa Nayak encouraged the art in their courts,” he says.He says this tradition was at its peak during the reign of King Nalawadi Venkatappa Nayaka, who ruled the state between 1843 and 1858. He further said, “After 1858 this art lost its patronage.” The roots of original Surapur (or Shorapur) painting are a fascinating blend of survival, royal patronage, and a unique “hybrid” aesthetic. Shorpur or Surpura is a historically important town in Yadgir district, known for its role in resisting British rule. Surapur painting did not emerge in a vacuum, but was probably the result of artists fleeing the crumbling empire to find a new home in northern Karnataka.“These paintings are believed to have gained popularity in the region when a group of painters moved there after the disintegration of the Vijayanagara Empire following the Battle of Talikota in 1565,” says the online encyclopedia managed by the Bengaluru-based Museum of Art and Photography (MAP). According to the MAP website, the painting style is very similar to the Mysore and Tanjore styles, including the use of gesso, bright colors and embellishments such as gold leaf and semi-precious stones. The convergence of styles may have occurred in the turbulent years following the Battle of Talikota. When the Vijayanagara Empire declined, its leading artists dispersed and sought new courts to support their art. It is possible that Mysore welcomed some, Tanjore welcomed some, and a significant contingent eventually reached Surapur.Surpur paintings were initially created as murals or miniatures on white paper, wood and other surfaces. “Natural colours, stones, leaves and clay were used to make the miniatures. These were brought from Rajasthan. Now this is also done on canvas, usually in 6×8 size, using acrylic paints,” says Rahman. He further said, although the heroes gave priority to paintings of themselves and the gods, scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata also received priority in the works of his time.Banaiya Garudadri, considered to be the master of Surapur painting, was a prominent artist in the court of King Venkatappa Nayaka. His works are displayed in various museums. Rahman explains, “Scholar Jaya Appaswami has recognized his legacy in his works. The Surapur style shaped by Garudadri blends Deccani, Mughal and South Indian aesthetics, distinguishing itself from the Mysore and Thanjavur traditions through its spiritual depth and distinctive visual language.”The second Banaiya Garudadri was posthumously awarded the National Award for Master Craftsmen by the President of India in 1967.Artist Vinod Raghuveer says that Surpur art was studied by veteran artists like Vijay Hagargundagi for decades. “Despite its limitation of being practiced by only a few artists, Surapur painting can be seen hanging in the Salar Jung Museum of Hyderabad, the Jaganmohan Palace of Mysore and the National Crafts Museum of Delhi.”The office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) brought out a coffee-table book on Surpur paintings in 2025.

Deontay Wilder. Image via: John Locher/Associated Press

Deontay Wilder is in the news now as he battles a storm that extends far beyond the boxing ring. The former heavyweight champion is facing serious allegations in a lawsuit filed by his ex-fiancee’s son Kieron Swift. The claims, which span several years, have attracted immediate attention given Wilder’s global profile and long-standing reputation as one of boxing’s most dangerous punchers.Wilder is preparing for a high-stakes fight against Dereck Chisora ​​in London. However, most of the conversation has shifted away from the fighting. Instead, the focus is now on what is being alleged, how Wilder has responded, and what it means as he approaches a key moment in his career.

Deontay Wilder faces shocking abuse allegations involving ex-fiancee’s son and denies claims

Deontay Wilder. Image via: Getty Images

According to court documents, Kieron Swift has accused Deontay Wilder of repeatedly physically abusing her around 2016, when he was living in Wilder’s home, TMZ reports. The lawsuit outlines several disturbing incidents. One allegation claims that Wilder hit him inside a car when he was 13, leaving him unconscious after his head hit the interior of the car. Another described a 2019 episode involving a belt that allegedly caused injury.The most serious claims center on a 2022 encounter. Swift alleges that Wilder grabbed her by the throat, picked her up from the ground, slammed her against a wall and threw her onto a table. He says that at that moment he feared for his life. The lawsuit also points to photos of injuries and references Wilder’s previous public comments that he wanted “a body” on his record to underscore what it described as a violent mindset.Swift is seeking damages and has requested a jury trial, citing physical harm and long-term emotional distress. Wilder’s legal team has strongly rejected the allegations. His lawyer, Paul Patterson, called the claims false and questioned their timing.“This is clearly an attempt to tarnish Deontay Wilder’s good name in pursuit of personal gain. Deontay Wilder is known as a loving and caring father who has never physically disciplined his or anyone else’s child.”“The timing of this trial is suspicious because Mr. “Wilder fights in less than 48 hours.”

Deontay Wilder faces personal battle ahead of Dereck Chisora ​​fight

The legal battle has reached a critical point in Wilder’s career. Now 40, he is set to face Chisora ​​in a fight that could define his immediate future in the sport. Both fighters are entering their 50th professional bout, but the stakes seem higher for Wilder, whose recent form has raised questions.Former opponent Bryant Jennings provided insight into the pressure surrounding him, and suggested the issues went beyond boxing. “There’s a lot of pressure on him. He’s dealing with a lot of problems right now, a lot of personal problems, domestic problems that, you know, we as men go through and understand.”Jennings said balancing those struggles with the demands of elite competition isn’t easy. “It’s a lot of pressure on them and that’s where their level of respect goes up so much that even though it’s strengthened, they’re wishy-washy.”There has also been a long-running discussion about Wilder’s development as a fighter. David Haye questioned whether a calmer version of Wilder could still succeed at the highest level, missing the intensity that once defined him. “He was cold. I remember looking at him thinking, ‘Oh my God, this guy is a killer.’ He is a dangerous man, but he is no longer a threat.”Now fans are waiting for his match against Dereck Chisora.

अयोध्या से एक बेहद दर्दनाक और चौंकाने वाली घटना सामने आई है, जहां कथित तौर पर डॉक्टरों की लापरवाही के कारण डिलीवरी के दौरान मां और बच्चे दोनों की मौत हो गई। इस घटना के बाद परिजनों में भारी गुस्सा है और मामला अब पुलिस तक पहुंच गया है. स्थानीय लोग भी इस घटना से नाराज हैं और दोषियों के खिलाफ कड़ी कार्रवाई की मांग कर रहे हैं.

पूरा मामला एक निजी अस्पताल का है
यह मामला कोतवाली नगर क्षेत्र के बल्ला हाता स्थित मां परमेश्वरी देवी मेमोरियल हॉस्पिटल का है। बेनीगंज निवासी मृतका के पति सुरेश यादव अपनी पत्नी सोनी यादव को प्रसव के लिए यहां लाए थे। परिजनों का आरोप है कि बिना डॉक्टर की मौजूदगी के अस्पताल में डिलीवरी कराई गई.

डॉक्टर पर लगे गंभीर आरोप
परिजनों का कहना है कि डॉ. अंजलि श्रीवास्तव खुद मौजूद रहने के बजाय फोन पर ही स्टाफ को निर्देश दे देती थीं। उन्हीं निर्देशों के आधार पर डिलीवरी की गई। आरोप है कि इसी लापरवाही के चलते डिलीवरी के दौरान जच्चा-बच्चा दोनों की जान चली गई.

घटना के बाद विरोध प्रदर्शन
घटना के बाद गुस्साए परिजन और स्थानीय लोग रिकाबगंज पुलिस चौकी पहुंचे और जोरदार प्रदर्शन किया. उन्होंने मांग की कि संबंधित डॉक्टर के खिलाफ सख्त कार्रवाई की जाए और अस्पताल को तुरंत सीज किया जाए.

राजनीतिक प्रतिक्रिया एवं प्रश्न
इस मामले में बीजेपी नेता अशोक द्विवेदी ने भी गंभीर सवाल उठाए हैं. उन्होंने आरोप लगाया कि जिला अस्पताल के डॉक्टर निजी अस्पतालों से कमीशन लेते हैं और मरीजों को वहां भेजते हैं। उन्होंने यह भी सवाल उठाया कि अगर जिला अस्पताल में महिला डॉक्टर मौजूद थी तो मरीज को निजी अस्पताल में रेफर क्यों किया गया।

जांच और आगे की कार्रवाई की मांग
फिलहाल पुलिस मामले की जांच कर रही है. परिजन और स्थानीय लोग दोषियों के खिलाफ कड़ी कार्रवाई की मांग कर रहे हैं. यह घटना स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं की स्थिति पर भी बड़ा सवाल खड़ा कर रही है.

Federal agents have arrested a married couple accused of fraudulently billing Medicare $7.45 million while running a hospice in California, where an unusually large number of patients were reported to have survived. The FBI conducted an early morning raid at the home of Dr. Gladwin Gill and psychologist Amelou Gill, who jointly operate 626 Hospice, also known as St. Francis Palliative Care, officials said.High survival rates in hospices are commonly viewed by investigators as a warning sign of fraud, as most people enter hospice care in the late stages of terminal illness. Previous fraud cases have seen operators use false or stolen identities to obtain federal reimbursement for palliative care.These were the first arrests in a planned series by federal authorities, CBS News reports. FBI SWAT personnel conducted the operation in a residential area of ​​San Dimas, California. Also present was Dr. Mehmet Oz, the Trump-appointed official who oversees the federal Medicare system.Bill Essaly, the United States Attorney for the Central District of California, told reporters that 15 defendants are being announced in connection with the broader fraud investigation, more than half of whom are accused of hospice fraud. Some of those charged were already in jail and allegedly worked with people from outside to commit further fraud.“We are enforcing a zero-tolerance policy for criminals who defraud the American taxpayer,” Essaly said.He added: “The defendants arrested this morning who are accused of stealing millions of dollars of health care benefits were caught and now face years in federal prison.”Investigators in Los Angeles County have been sifting through hospice and health care records for months to identify providers that raised red flags for fraud following a 2022 state audit. The review found that more than 700 of the approximately 1,800 hospices in the county had multiple warning signs. These include low patient numbers, excessive billing, shared staff across multiple companies and patients who were discharged alive despite being classified as terminally ill.Another indicator of potential fraud was the clustering of multiple hospices at the same address. One office building alone was found to house 89 registered hospice providers, a site that patient advocate Sheila Clark has described as “ground zero” for Medicare hospice fraud.The Republican-led House Oversight Committee recently launched an investigation into “massive hospice fraud”, asking California Governor Gavin Newsom for documents about oversight and internal controls to prevent fraud in federally funded hospice programs.

Coffee loving couple, Anjan Babu and Sanjana Sudarshan brew Liberica coffee at home, usually sourcing beans from roasters like Blue Tokai or Drip and Drop Coffee. Sanjana says the couple had their first Liberica coffee at Ground Up Café. She says, “We fell in love with it the first time we ate it. We got a packet of Liberica beans for home and we’ve been enjoying it ever since. It has a jackfruit flavor.”Bharat Raghavan, a product manager, started his journey in coffee 10 years ago. He started researching filter coffee, a popular type in Bengaluru, before exploring other coffees and beans from his friend, who runs Dialogues Café, a barista. Bharat sources beans from different parts of India and the world during his travels. He says Liberica is a little less known in Bengaluru’s coffee scene. He says, “I would say less than 5% of the beans available are Liberica. It is very rare to find these in India. I first encountered Liberica at Araku Estate.”‘Smoky’ CoffeeLiberica is the kind that polarizes interest. Bharat says there are a few things he likes about it – Liberica has a slightly smoky flavor and more body, which is very typical of it. “I like my coffee to be rich, jammy, and spicy, so I started looking for coffee at that spot.”Some of her friends, who have similar interests, like Liberica because of her body. “Other people dislike it because the smoke is too much for them. For Liberica, I personally use an origami dripper and a pour-over method on the Hario V60. I’ve found this gives me the best results for my palate. The body of Liberica is so heavy, you need a more sophisticated brewing method. I tried using a French press, but since that method adds more texture, it ended up being too thick and tough for my palate. “An over-and-over was more sophisticated and worked really well,” says Bharat. “I think Liberica will be popular in Bengaluru as people who appreciate 100% Arabica are now beginning to understand different brewing and grinding methods,” he says. Changes in temperature and grind size play a big role with Liberica as it is a sensitive bean. He adds that, unlike robusta, where you can generally get a good cup, the profile of liberica varies greatly depending on the temperature and the press you use. A green coffee wave?Talking about the growing trend of green coffee, Khayyum Khan, Sales Head, Benki Brewing Tools, says, “Compared to Arabica and Robusta, Liberica is cleaner and has its own unique characteristics. When you consume or grind Liberica, it exudes a spicy flavour. We’re not used to drinking it, so when I give you something very different, people grab it as a personal trend. In this way Liberica and Excelsa started trending.“Adi Savla, senior manager of coffee communities at Blue Tokai, says many people know about ‘climate-resilient Excelsa’. Sunalini Menon, president, CoffeeLab, Bengaluru, says Liberica and Excelsa have been cultivated not only in countries like the Philippines or Malaysia, but also in Sierra Leone, where it was first discovered. She says, “It has been around in India for decades too. It’s just that we were cultivating it not as coffee, but as a plant to separate the boundaries of one field from another.”Komal Sable, founder of South Indian Coffee Company (SICC), says that although Arabica and Robusta are the main crops for any grower in India at present, the demand for Excelsa is gradually increasing. “We definitely get requests from specialty coffee roasters who are looking at climate-resistant varieties. “As you may know, there are 133 different species of coffee.” Excelsa has a fruity profile in the cup. “It has naturally low acidity and is quite sweet, making it a great entry point for people who don’t typically enjoy very acidic coffee,” she says.Khayyum Khan says Benkey Brewing is considering closing the sale of Liberica. “The problem with Liberica is that it changes very quickly. For us, the sweet spot for a regular café is between 30 to 45 days. For coffees like Liberica, we store it in a cool environment in a single serving, but they still change every day. For a commercial setup, it is often very difficult to change recipes and train staff,” he says.

पुलिस के मुताबिक गुरुवार को ग्राम लाहडपुर निवासी एक महिला अपनी नाबालिग बेटी के साथ कोतवाली श्यामपुर पहुंची और बताया कि उसका पति बब्लू (48) रात में किसी बात से नाराज होकर अलग कमरे में सो गया था। सुबह जब वह देर तक नहीं उठी तो उसने कमरे में जाकर देखा तो उसका पति बेहोशी की हालत में पड़ा हुआ था। जहर के लक्षण थे और वह मर चुका था। सूचना मिलते ही कोतवाली प्रभारी मनोहर सिंह भंडारी टीम के साथ मौके पर पहुंचे और घटनास्थल का निरीक्षण किया।

हरिद्वार समाचार: स्कूटर सवार को कुचलने के आरोप में चालक समेत तीन गिरफ्तार

शव को मोर्चरी भेज दिया गया और फील्ड यूनिट को बुलाकर साक्ष्य जुटाए गए। वहीं, मृतक के भाइयों का आरोप है कि बब्लू की हत्या उसकी पत्नी ने की है. इंस्पेक्टर मनोहर सिंह भंडारी ने बताया कि पोस्टमार्टम रिपोर्ट आने के बाद मौत का सही कारण सामने आएगा। मामले की जांच की जा रही है। जल्द ही पूरे प्रकरण का खुलासा किया जाएगा।