भारी बारिश के कारण गुमखाल और सतपुली के बीच मलबा गिरने से पौड़ी हाईवे करीब तीन घंटे तक बाधित रहा। जिसके चलते डीएम पौडी स्वाति एस कोटद्वार के दौरे पर आयीं. भदौरिया को वैकल्पिक मार्ग डेरियाखाल-सिसल्डी कांडाखाल-सतपुली होते हुए पौड़ी के लिए रवाना होना पड़ा। वैकल्पिक मार्ग की हालत खराब होने से वाहन चालकों को परेशानी का सामना करना पड़ा। शाम करीब साढ़े पांच बजे बंद हुआ पौड़ी हाईवे रात साढ़े आठ बजे खुल सका।
Passengers were rescued in a dramatic operation as the bus plunged into the River Seine after the trainee driver lost control. Bus falls into Seine river after trainee driver loses control, passengers rescued in dramatic operationPassengers were rescued in a dramatic operation as the bus plunged into the River Seine after the trainee driver lost control. Bus falls into Seine river after trainee driver loses control, passengers rescued in dramatic operationA convicted drug smuggler extradited from Dubai has been sentenced to six years in prison after investigators uncovered his role in directing a large-scale organized crime operation in Scotland. Stephen ‘Jimmy’ Jamieson, 43, was sentenced at the High Court in Glasgow after pleading guilty to involvement in serious organized crime.It was found that Jamieson had communicated with fellow gang members between March and May 2020 using the encrypted messaging platform EncroChat to coordinate drug supply and financial activity. According to prosecutors, the exchanges revealed discussions about cocaine, heroin and large amounts of cash.
The court heard that Jamieson was operating under the username “Patrolstaff” on EncroChat – a network which was later infiltrated by law enforcement agencies. As BBC News reported, messages associated with the account matched his known activities and also included references to media reports about his activities.Communications revealed that Jamieson is working closely with Jamie Stevenson, known as “Iceman”, who is currently serving a 16-year sentence for smuggling cocaine worth £76 million into the UK. The pair discussed drug stocks, financial transactions and outstanding amounts, including references to millions of pills and high purity narcotics.Further detailed pricing was exchanged, with cocaine being offered at £40,000 per kilogram and heroin at £18,000 per kilogram. Prosecutors said the messages demonstrated Jamieson’s important role within the network.
Jamison was also in contact with other convicted persons, including John Gurry and Stephen O’Donnell. Gurry was previously jailed for supplying cocaine after police seized cash and drugs from his home, while O’Donnell received a two-year sentence for possessing criminal property.The High Court heard that Jamieson arranged financial support for associates and co-ordinated the collection of large amounts of cash, which was described as “paper” in the messages, following police intervention. Prosecutors estimated that several hundred thousand pounds were handled during the operation.
Authorities arrested Jameson along with other suspected organized crime figures in the United Arab Emirates in September 2025. He was later extradited to Scotland to face charges.His travel history was also examined in court, which showed several trips between the UK and Dubai in 2020. Messages received from EncroChat included references to luxury spending such as high-priced vehicles and watches.BBC News reported that Jamieson had previously spent time for supplying cocaine, having been jailed in 2009 before being released early.
When sentencing, Judge Lord Scott said that the sentence was more lenient than if Jamieson had been convicted of direct drug supply offences. The defense lawyer said the case did not involve firearms or threats.Prosecutors described Jameson as a “key figure” in Scotland’s organized crime scene. The case was part of a wider international effort involving Police Scotland and global partners to dismantle criminal networks using encrypted communications.A Serious Crime Prevention Order has also been imposed, restricting Jamison’s future activities. Officials confirmed that violating the order could result in additional prison time.
Law enforcement agencies have highlighted the EncroChat operation as a success in combating organized crime in the UK and Europe. Authorities said the evidence collected continues to support the prosecution involving drug trafficking and criminal finance networks.The case underlines ongoing efforts to disrupt transnational crime groups operating across borders, with further investigations expected to follow.
Japan’s rapidly aging population is forcing it to rethink how the country supports its elders, with some care providers turning to an unpredictable workforce, including bodybuilders and combat sports athletes. Companies like Visionary have begun recruiting physically strong men to assist with caregiving tasks such as lifting, mobility aids and daily assistance. This outlook reflects the growing labor shortage in the care sector as demand increases along with the aging population. The aim is to make care more attractive to younger workers by reframing it as a more active and physically engaging profession while supporting the existing workforce.
Japan has one of the oldest populations in the world, with nearly a third of its people aged 65 or older. This demographic change is placing continued pressure on health care and long-term care systems. The country is expected to need millions of caregivers in the coming decades, with a significant shortage likely if current trends continue, especially in physically demanding roles that are hard to fill.Care work involves physically intensive tasks such as lifting patients, assisting with movement, and preventing falls. Recruiting bodybuilders and athletes provides a practical solution, as their strength and conditioning helps reduce stress during patient handling and the risk of workplace injuries. This approach also helps to present caring as a more dynamic profession, potentially attracting candidates who may not have previously considered the field.
While the most obvious examples involve bodybuilders, the broader narrative includes mixed martial arts and wrestling athletes. These individuals bring discipline, stamina, and situational awareness that can be useful in caregiving environments. However, their participation is limited and not yet a widespread industry standard, with most recruitment focused on physically fit individuals rather than specific sporting backgrounds.
Athletes are not replacing trained care workers but are being integrated into teams to assist with physically demanding tasks. They work alongside qualified professionals, while proper training in care practices, communication and patient safety is essential. Physical strength alone is not enough for this role.Japan’s response to its care shortage has also included investments in assistive technologies such as lifting aids, robotics, and AI systems designed to assist caregivers. Although some innovations remain experimental, these efforts reflect a broader strategy to combine human labor with technical assistance to maintain the care system.
The recruitment of physically trained individuals highlights how Japan is experimenting with unconventional solutions to a structural demographic challenge. While this approach alone will not solve the workforce shortage, it signals a shift toward more flexible recruitment strategies that may influence how other aging societies address similar pressures.
Pingla in Paschim Medinipur district is currently represented in the West Bengal Assembly by Ajit Maiti of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC). In the 2021 election, he secured 1,12,435 votes and defeated BJP’s Antara Bhattacharya who secured 1,05,779 votes, giving her a victory margin of 6,656. Key issues in this largely rural, agrarian constituency include dependence on paddy and potato cultivation, demand for assured irrigation and better farm-gate prices for small and marginal farmers. Road connectivity between villages and markets, upgrading government schools and health centres, and controlling seasonal migration for work are concerns repeatedly raised in district-level livelihood assessments. Pingla Ghatal is a general (non-reserved) seat under the Lok Sabha constituency, represented by TMC MP Deepak Adhikari (Dev), who retained the parliamentary seat in 2024 with a margin of over 1.8 lakh votes, strengthening Trinamool’s organizational lead in this belt. Historically, the region was a stronghold of the Democratic Socialist Party (Prabodh Chandra) before its decisive shift to the TMC since 2016, marking a significant shift in centre-rural politics here.
उत्तर प्रदेश के अयोध्या में एक बार फिर विकास और अध्यात्म का नया अध्याय जुड़ने जा रहा है. राम नगरी पहले से ही अपनी भव्यता और धार्मिक महत्व के लिए देश-दुनिया में मशहूर है और अब यहां ‘दशरथ पथ’ नाम से एक नया और भव्य कॉरिडोर बनाने की तैयारी है। यह कॉरिडोर सिर्फ एक सड़क नहीं बल्कि आस्था, इतिहास और संस्कृति का अनूठा संगम होगा। यह प्रोजेक्ट श्रद्धालुओं को नया अनुभव देगा और अयोध्या की पहचान और मजबूत होगी.
नया कॉरिडोर 15 किलोमीटर लंबा होगा
प्रस्तावित ‘दशरथ पथ’ साकेत पेट्रोल पंप से बिल्वहरि घाट तक बनाया जाएगा. इसकी कुल लंबाई करीब 15 किलोमीटर होगी. यह मार्ग श्रद्धालुओं को सीधे राजा दशरथ की यादों से जोड़ेगा और धार्मिक दृष्टि से काफी महत्वपूर्ण माना जाता है।
खंभों पर कला और परंपरा की झलक दिखेगी
इस पूरे मार्ग को खास बनाने के लिए बीच-बीच में कुल 30 भव्य खंभे लगाए जाएंगे। इन स्तंभों पर योग की 15 हस्त मुद्राएं और 15 शस्त्र मुद्राओं की कलाकृतियां बनाई जाएंगी। ये कलाकृतियां न सिर्फ खूबसूरत होंगी बल्कि भारतीय संस्कृति और परंपरा को भी प्रतिबिंबित करेंगी।
6 फीट ऊंची प्रतिमाएं बढ़ाएंगी आकर्षण
इन खंभों पर स्थापित की जाने वाली मूर्तियों की ऊंचाई करीब 6 फीट होगी. ये प्रतिमाएं पूरे मार्ग को और भी आकर्षक और आध्यात्मिक माहौल से भर देंगी। यह मार्ग श्रद्धालुओं और पर्यटकों के लिए एक अलग अनुभव होगा।
अयोध्या की पहचान और मजबूत होगी
रामपथ, भक्तिपथ और धर्मपथ के बाद अब ‘दशरथ पथ’ अयोध्या की भव्यता को और बढ़ाने जा रहा है। इस नए कॉरिडोर से शहर को नई पहचान मिलेगी और पर्यटन को भी बढ़ावा मिलेगा. इससे स्थानीय लोगों को रोजगार के अवसर भी मिल सकते हैं।
आस्था और विकास का संगम
यह परियोजना अयोध्या में आस्था और आधुनिक विकास के संयोजन को दर्शाती है। आने वाले समय में यह कॉरिडोर श्रद्धालुओं के लिए आकर्षण का केंद्र बनेगा और राम नगरी की धार्मिक और सांस्कृतिक छवि को और निखारेगा।
(रिपोर्ट:अनूप कुमार अयोध्या)
The White House has now released the names of 21 US companies that are donating millions to build a new 90,000-square-foot ballroom on its grounds, a project whose estimated cost has doubled since July to $400 million. The announcement from the White House comes amid increased urgency following a security incident at a correspondents’ dinner last weekend, the Associated Press reports. US President Donald Trump has insisted that the ballroom will not be funded by taxpayers, although public funds are being used for underground security infrastructure. In a post shared on Truth Social, Trump wrote, “What happened last night is exactly why our great military, the Secret Service, law enforcement and, for different reasons, every president for the last 150 years, are demanding that a large, safe and secure ballroom be built on the grounds of the White House. This event would never have happened with the Military Top Secret Ballroom currently under construction at the White House. Can’t make it fast enough! While beautiful, it has all the highest level security features, plus, there is no room at the top for unsecured people, and it is right inside the gates of the most secure building in the world, the White House. This ridiculous ballroom lawsuit brought by a woman walking her dog who has absolutely no ability to bring such a suit should be dropped immediately. Nothing should be allowed to interfere with its construction, which is on budget and well ahead of schedule!!! Thank you for your attention to this matter.”The Justice Department has cited this incident in urging the National Trust for Historic Preservation to drop its lawsuit against the project, arguing that the ballroom would enable presidents to host large gatherings without leaving the confines of the White House.
The list reviewed by Fortune includes some of the country’s largest technology companies, defense contractors and energy companies. Of the 21 major donors:* Meta Platform – Promised billions in US investments by 2028.* Apple – Announces $100 billion in domestic manufacturing plans.* Amazon – Maintains major Pentagon contracts.* Google (Alphabet) – Contributed $22 million from the settlement to Ballroom.* Lockheed Martin – Reportedly donated more than $10 million.* Microsoft – Involved in federal cybersecurity partnerships.* Comcast – parent of NBCUniversal, frequent critic of Trump.* Altria – The tobacco giant’s support led to reduced FDA oversight.* Coinbase – Crypto exchange supports pro-crypto regulation.* Palantir Technologies – Major federal surveillance contractor.* T-Mobile – Network partner for Trump-branded cell service.* Ripple – Blockchain payments firm aligns with digital-asset policy.* Hard Rock International – casino brand with the Trump Organization.* Tether America – stablecoin issuer supporting digital-dollar options.* Union Pacific Railroad – Fulfilling merger ambitions.* Micron Technology – Pledged $200 billion in US chip investment.* Caterpillar – Symbol of “Made in America” manufacturing.* Booz Allen Hamilton – Defense and cyber security contractor.*HP – Longtime donor with military contracts.* NextEra Energy – renewable energy utility balancing coal policy criticism.* Reynolds American – Tobacco conglomerate with past Trump fundraising ties.The donation is being donated to the Trust for the National Mall, which is a non-profit organization and is tax-deductible. While Trump has said he will personally contribute, his name does not appear on the donor list.
China is accelerating the use of robotics in one of its most critical systems: the national power grid. China’s state-owned State Grid Corporation has outlined plans to invest about $1 billion (about 6.8 billion yuan) to buy about 8,500 robots, with deployment expected on a large scale by 2026. These machines will aid in inspection and maintenance in substations and transmission networks, including in remote or hazardous environments. The move reflects a broader effort to improve efficiency, security and reliability in power distribution as demand grows, while also advancing China’s ambitions in industrial robotics and AI-enabled infrastructure.
The planned fleet includes a mix of machine types already being tested or deployed in grid operation. Quadruped robots, often called robot dogs, are designed for patrolling and inspection in challenging terrain and large substations. Wheeled robots equipped with robotic arms are being developed for controlled maintenance work requiring precise operations. Humanoid robots are also part of the broader approach, although they remain in limited and largely experimental roles. Domestic companies like Unitri Robotics, Deep Robotics and UBTech Robotics are contributing to the development of these systems. Current deployments still focus primarily on inspection rather than complex repair work, especially in structured substation environments.
Grid robots are used to support routine and high-risk operations within the electricity network. They can detect defects using thermal imaging and other sensors, monitor equipment condition, and identify anomalies that may not be immediately visible to human inspectors. They are also deployed to inspect transmission lines in mountainous or inaccessible areas, reducing the need for personnel to enter hazardous locations. In controlled settings, some robots can perform basic, repetitive maintenance tasks. These functions are already being tested in a number of areas and are helping to reduce reliance on manual inspections where the risks are greatest.
Despite the scale of the rollout, the robots are not expected to replace human maintenance workers. Their role is to complement the existing workforce by reducing the risk of hazardous situations, improving consistency in inspections and enabling faster fault detection in large networks. Human technicians are essential for complex repairs, system-level decisions, and emergency management. This shift represents an evolution in the way work is done, with machines handling specific tasks while people retain overall control.
China operates one of the largest and most complex electricity networks in the world, spanning vast geographic areas that include remote and difficult terrain. Maintaining this system presents significant logistical challenges, especially as electricity demand continues to grow due to the increasing energy needs of industrial expansion, urbanization and digital infrastructure. The development of ultra-high-voltage transmission systems has further increased this complexity. Robotics offers a practical way to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enable more consistent monitoring across the network.
The Grid Automation initiative is part of a broader national strategy to expand capabilities in robotics and artificial intelligence. Industrial environments such as power networks provide structured conditions suitable for automation and generate continuous operational data that can be used to refine AI systems over time. Large-scale deployment in such settings allows companies and state operators to develop technologies beyond laboratory conditions, accelerating their practical application.
China’s approach highlights how critical infrastructure is becoming a testing ground for robotics and AI technologies. While full automation of power grids is still away, the increased use of machines for inspection and routine maintenance is likely to impact the way utilities operate globally. The change is gradual, with robots playing defined roles within existing systems, improving efficiency and safety while human oversight remains central.
एक दर्दनाक हादसे में पौड़ी जिले के पाबौ विकासखंड के ढिकवाली गांव में एक महिला की पहाड़ी से गिरकर मौत हो गई।
जानकारी के अनुसार, कांति देवी रोजाना की तरह अपनी बकरियों को चराने गांव के पास जंगल में गयी थी. इसी दौरान अचानक उसका पैर फिसल गया, जिससे वह अपना संतुलन खो बैठी और गहरी ढलान में गिरकर गंभीर रूप से घायल हो गयी.
घटना की जानकारी मिलते ही ग्रामीण मौके पर पहुंचे और काफी मशक्कत के बाद उन्हें बाहर निकालकर प्राथमिक स्वास्थ्य केंद्र बाबू ले जाया गया। लेकिन तब तक महिला की मौत हो चुकी थी.
New Delhi: A boat accident has occurred in Madhya Pradesh Jabalpur Four people died after a cruise ship capsized in the Bargi dam, officials told news agency ANI on Thursday.According to Jabalpur Collector Raghavendra Singh, at least 15 people have been rescued so far, while search and rescue operations are underway to locate 12 others who are still missing.Rescue teams were immediately deployed at the scene and efforts are underway to trace the missing passengers. More details are awaited.
उत्तर प्रदेश के अयोध्या जिले के मिल्कीपुर क्षेत्र में स्थित मजनाई ग्राम सभा में एक अनोखा और भव्य धार्मिक आयोजन देखने को मिला। यहां ग्राम प्रधान श्रीमती राजदेई एवं प्रधान प्रतिनिधि कैलाश जयसवाल ने अपने पुत्र कार्तिक जयसवाल के जन्म के उपलक्ष्य में सामूहिक दुख दुरिया कार्यक्रम का आयोजन किया। इस कार्यक्रम में करीब 2100 महिलाओं ने हिस्सा लिया और पूजा-अर्चना कर माहौल को भक्तिभाव से धार्मिक रंग में रंग दिया. पूरे आयोजन में श्रद्धा, परंपरा और सामाजिक एकता की झलक साफ नजर आई।
2100 महिलाओं की भागीदारी से आयोजित हुआ विशेष आयोजन
इस कार्यक्रम की सबसे खास बात ये रही कि इसमें बड़ी संख्या में महिलाओं ने हिस्सा लिया. ‘दुख दुरिया’ में करीब 2100 महिलाओं ने एक साथ हिस्सा लिया और पूरे विधि-विधान से पूजा की. यह घटना गांव में चर्चा का विषय बनी रही.
अवसान माता की पूजा
कार्यक्रम के दौरान महिलाओं ने पूरी श्रद्धा व विधि-विधान से अवसान माता की पूजा-अर्चना की. इस दौरान भक्ति गीत भी गाए गए, जिससे पूरा माहौल भक्तिमय हो गया. इस धार्मिक अनुष्ठान में महिलाओं ने पूरे उत्साह के साथ भाग लिया।
पूजन सामग्री और व्यवस्था पर विशेष ध्यान दें
प्रधान प्रतिनिधि कैलाश जयसवाल ने सभी महिलाओं को संपूर्ण पूजन सामग्री उपलब्ध करायी। साथ ही कार्यक्रम में भाग लेने वाली सभी 2100 महिलाओं को दीवार घड़ियां भेंट की गईं। उनके लिए नाश्ते और पानी की भी उचित व्यवस्था की गई, ताकि किसी को कोई परेशानी न हो।
सैकड़ों लोगों ने जिम्मेदारी ली
कार्यक्रम को सफल बनाने में सैकड़ों कार्यकर्ताओं ने जी जान से मेहनत की. इनमें प्रवेश जयसवाल, जगजीवन जयसवाल, अर्जुन जयसवाल, आशीष मौर्य, चंचल चौहान, राजेंद्र जयसवाल, सुनील मौर्य, राजकुमार, गुडडू पांडे, मोहम्मद रिजवान, नवनीत जयसवाल, रमेश चौहान, लालचंद, सुमित जयसवाल, जगननाथ जयसवाल, अश्विनी पांडे, रामजस मौर्य, अमरनाथ जयसवाल, जगदीश जयसवाल, अनुज जयसवाल, प्रसून और हरिप्रसाद यादव समेत कई लोग शामिल रहे.
महिलाओं ने आशीर्वाद दिया
कार्यक्रम के अंत में महिलाओं ने प्रधान प्रतिनिधि कैलाश जयसवाल के पुत्र कार्तिक जयसवाल को आशीर्वाद दिया और आयोजन की सराहना की. महिलाओं ने उन्हें प्रसाद देकर उनके उज्ज्वल भविष्य की कामना भी की।
(रिपोर्ट:अनूप कुमार अयोध्या)
