Mennu Batra’s daughter appeals for her mother’s release from illegal ICE detention in the US. (Photo: CBS)

Amrita Singh, daughter of Texas-based Indian-origin legal interpreter Meenu Batra, who was detained by ICE since March 17, has broken her silence on the inhumane treatment of people in America’s ‘broken’ immigration system. “Who is benefiting from breaking up families? This country was built by immigrants and I am proud to be their daughter. Please help us bring my mother home,” Singh wrote in a social media post. “She immigrated to this country from India in the early 90s after my grandparents tragically passed away. Despite experiencing unimaginable grief and trauma, she came to the United States to be reunited with the rest of her family. He applied for asylum upon arrival (after a 9-year wait), and was granted a stay of removal by an immigration judge in Newark, New Jersey in 2000. With that security, Amrita wrote, she has been working and living in the United States for 35 years now. Four siblings, Amrita, Lucas, Aryan, Jasper sat down for an interview with CBS News and spoke to their mother over video call. Batra said in the CBS interview, “I have lived an honest life, worked hard, raised four children by myself. My work speaks for itself.” When Batra was asked what her ‘stay on removal’ status meant, she said, “I’m here, I’m legal, and I won’t be removed, so I have nothing to worry about. I can live and work. And that’s all I wanted to do.” Batra’s lawyers fear that DHS may send him to a third country because they cannot send him back to India.

Did Meenu Batra come to America legally?

After the incident became widely known, a major controversy arose over whether Batra had come to the US legally. Based on what we know so far, Batra fled to the US when her parents were murdered. He applied for asylum which was not granted; But he was given a status that cannot be removed. This status allowed Batra to live and work in the US legally, but she could never apply for citizenship. DHS said Batra’s legal work authorization in the US does not make him a legal resident.

The ruins of the Honiak Music Academy after the strike.

New Delhi: In the shattered remains of his 15-year-old music school, Iranian musician Hamidreza Afrideh sat on the debris-strewn floor, took out his bow and played with a kamancheh, what he called “the final sound” of a life’s work turning to dust.A few weeks after an attack destroyed the Honiak Academy of Music, Afrideh went back to the dangerous ruins on April 7, 2026, and recorded a harrowing video that traveled far beyond Tehran, capturing his moments of deep grief after the academy was destroyed and severely damaged by an airstrike on March 23.

The Honiak Music Academy, once a classroom, is now a field of debris.

“Today was the last day to say goodbye to my school. I wanted the last sound left in this place to be the sound of music…not explosions and missiles,” Afrideh wrote the same day in a now-viral post. Within days, their images and clips were viewed millions of times on Instagram,“

Honiak Music Academy before the strike.

talking to times of India Afrideh recalled the day of the attack from Tehran. “I felt that a very important part of our memories, and the sounds that could have continued in that place – sounds that many artists could hear, see and live with for years – were suddenly destroyed by a missile and a drone.” The academy, built over a decade and a half by Afarideh and his wife Shida Ibadatdoust, is what they call “their shared life project.”“We worked with very limited resources, relying only on our dreams and dedication to build this academy. It is extremely hard to lose it suddenly. All our hard work, efforts, continuous action to bring people closer to music and instruments was lost in a single night. It is very difficult to accept this. Whatever we have built over the years…it will take many years to recover from this loss.”

The Honiak Music Academy, once a classroom, is now a field of debris.

Despite the risk of collapse, he returned to the damaged building. “I knew it was very dangerous… but I felt that if I didn’t record this sound, it would be in my heart forever. I probably wouldn’t be able to (survive) after this… I felt I had to go out there and make it the last image and the last sound left from this safe space we created.”For years, the academy echoed with children’s laughter, parents’ warm conversations and the sound of Persian classical music. The teacher says that voice disappeared after the attack. For Afarideh, the viral moment has drawn global attention — but it also underlined, he says, “the reality of war and destruction” faced by his 250 students — ranging from children to the elderly — and 22 teachers. His video has become a global plea for recognition of the cost of war, not only in bodies and infrastructure, but in the fragile ecosystem of art, memory and creativity that takes decades to create and minutes to erase.Taking shape over more than a decade, he calls the place a “second home,” where students come not only to learn music, but also to feel seen and felt – for him, too, this loss has been personal. “Students, who were supposed to return someday, are now scattered, stunned, and struggling to deal with what happened. One child crossed the building with his mother and did not speak for hours afterward. All students are going through the same emotions.“Yet even in destruction, Afarideh insists on the universal power of art. He said, “Music…is a symbol of freedom.” “In times of war, it can heal – even if just a little – the pain of those who have lost everything.”

यूपी के कौशांबी जिले में आम जनता की समस्याओं के त्वरित समाधान के लिए पुलिस अधीक्षक सत्यनारायण प्रजापत ने पुलिस कार्यालय में जनसुनवाई का आयोजन किया. इस दौरान जिले के विभिन्न क्षेत्रों से बड़ी संख्या में लोग अपनी शिकायतें लेकर पहुंचे. एसपी ने सभी फरियादियों की समस्याओं को गंभीरता से सुना और संबंधित अधिकारियों को त्वरित कार्रवाई करने का निर्देश दिया. उन्होंने साफ कहा कि पुलिस का मुख्य उद्देश्य जनता को न्याय दिलाना है, इसलिए किसी भी शिकायत को हल्के में नहीं लिया जाएगा। इस पहल से लोगों में यह विश्वास बढ़ा है कि उनकी समस्याओं का समाधान जल्द होगा.

जनसुनवाई में सुनी समस्याएं
जनसुनवाई के दौरान जिले के विभिन्न क्षेत्रों से आये लोगों ने पुलिस अधीक्षक के समक्ष अपनी समस्याएं रखीं. इनमें भूमि विवाद, घरेलू मामले, मारपीट, धोखाधड़ी समेत अन्य शिकायतें शामिल थीं। एसपी ने एक-एक शिकायत को ध्यान से सुना और मौके पर ही संबंधित थाना प्रभारी को आवश्यक दिशा-निर्देश दिये. उन्होंने कहा कि हर व्यक्ति को अपनी समस्या बताने का पूरा अधिकार है और पुलिस को उसकी मदद के लिए तैयार रहना चाहिए.

निष्पक्ष जांच और गुणवत्ता पर जोर
मामले की गंभीरता को देखते हुए पुलिस अधीक्षक ने स्पष्ट निर्देश दिये कि सभी शिकायतों की निष्पक्षता से जांच की जाये. उन्होंने कहा कि सिर्फ औपचारिकताएं पूरी करना ही काफी नहीं है, बल्कि शिकायत का उचित और ठोस समाधान भी होना चाहिए. उन्होंने थाना प्रभारी को मौके पर जाकर जांच कर सत्यता के आधार पर कार्रवाई करने का निर्देश दिया, ताकि पीड़ित को वास्तविक न्याय मिल सके.

समयबद्ध निस्तारण के निर्देश
एसपी सत्यनारायण प्रजापत ने भी सभी अधिकारियों को शिकायतों का निस्तारण तय समय सीमा में करने के निर्देश दिए। उन्होंने कहा कि मामलों को लंबित रखना उचित नहीं है और इससे जनता का विश्वास कमजोर होता है. इसलिए प्रत्येक मामले को प्राथमिकता के आधार पर यथाशीघ्र निस्तारित किया जाए।

जनता का विश्वास बढ़ाने की पहल
इस जनसुनवाई कार्यक्रम का मुख्य उद्देश्य पुलिस और जनता के बीच विश्वास को मजबूत करना है. एसपी ने कहा कि पुलिस हमेशा जनता के साथ खड़ी है और उनकी समस्याओं का समाधान करना उसकी जिम्मेदारी है. ऐसे आयोजनों से लोगों को सीधे अपनी बात कहने का मौका मिलता है और न्याय मिलने की उम्मीद भी बढ़ती है।

(रिपोर्ट: राम किशन, कौशांबी)

FC Goa Development Team has made it to the finals of RFDL for the first time

Panaji: If he had enough options, FC Goa Coach Manolo Marquez said he will field 11 Goa players for the senior team Indian Super League (ISL).He doesn’t have enough right now. For the last fixture against Odisha FC, Manolo chose goalkeeper Bob Jackson Raj and midfielder Harsh Patre for rare starting roles, while Bryson Fernandes was a second-half substitute.“We have to continue to work at the grassroots level in the academy to ensure that development team players progress to the senior team,” Manolo told reporters during his pre-match media interaction last week. “Some players have already trained with us, played some games. It is not just about including Goan players (in the senior team). They should be ready.”This season, Citroy Carvalho, Malsavamtlunga, Wellington Fernandes, Jovial Dias and Lionel Rimmei were given the opportunity to train with the senior team. Centre-back Citroë, one of the development team’s most promising players, also featured in the AFC Champions League Two and the Super Cup.Prachit Gaonkar was another player who graduated from the junior to the senior team last season and subsequently featured in the ISL, a long tradition that has seen a stable lineup of players progress since 2018.Manolo said, “The young players are doing well with the development team. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the team for making the semi-finals for the second consecutive time. Goa is the only team to do this (for two consecutive years) and that tells you the quality. It is not easy, and there are a lot of Goan players in the team.”Manolo was congratulating the team for making it to the knockout stage of the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL), an under-21 tournament for the country’s best teams. Last season, Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Classic FA, Jamshedpur and FC Goa made it to the last four. This time, Goa remains the only team from last season’s quartet to enter the knockout stage and has in fact done better by qualifying for the final where they will face bengaluru fc On Saturday.It will not be an easy contest for Goa against an impeccable Bengaluru side, whose team is loaded with some of the best young footballers in the country, most of whom hail from Manipur. Their 10–0 aggregate win against Kerala Blasters in the semi-finals came as no surprise to those who followed the competition.It is commendable for Goa to reach the final for the first time.“It’s not easy with so many top teams and elite young players,” Manolo said.The experienced former coach of India has a point. Recently, sixteen players of India Under-20 SAFF Championship team participated in the semi-finals of four teams. Of the 64 players in the field, Goa and Kerala had 11 players each from the state, which is the second best after Manipur (25).“I think technically, the Goans are very good players, but in modern football it is not enough. Maybe in the past, this quality (alone) would have been good, but now you need to think quick. It is not about being strong, but about being smart. When you receive the ball, you know the opponent will press, so you have to be able to improvise and adapt.Manolo said, “If you look at the Goa Professional League, all the teams play from the back. Technically, the Goan players are fine, but we need something more in terms of physicality and everything else. If Goa continues to work at the grassroots level, in the academy, you will soon see a lot of Goan players in the senior team.”This will be music to the youth of FC Goa.Manolo was in the stands for the semi-final against Punjab FC and went to the team after sealing their place in the final. Next season, he will definitely welcome some of them to the senior team.

थानाध्यक्ष प्रदीप रावत के मुताबिक मामला पिछले मार्च का है। पीड़ित अभिषेक पारिख ने शिकायत में बताया कि उसकी मुलाकात एडीआर ट्रेडर्स के मालिक अंकित सिंह रावत से प्रीतम सिंह चटवाल ​​नाम के युवक के जरिए हुई थी. अंकित ने उससे कहा कि वह बहुत बड़ा व्यापारी है। भरोसा कायम करने के लिए उन्होंने निवेश और मुनाफे से जुड़े कई दस्तावेज भी दिखाए. जब उन्हें यकीन हो गया तो उन्होंने निवेश का प्रस्ताव रखा और कहा कि अगर आप 90 लाख रुपये निवेश करेंगे तो आपको हर दिन 1.8 लाख रुपये का मुनाफा होगा.

उन्होंने बातचीत में निवेश किया. इसके बाद जब कई दिनों तक उसे कोई फायदा नहीं हुआ तो उसने बात की। इस पर कंपनी की ओर से एक ई-मेल आया. बताया गया कि उनका पैसा बढ़ता जा रहा था. यह भी बताया गया कि उनका पैसा पूरी तरह सुरक्षित है. उन्होंने मार्च में एक रेस्तरां शुरू किया। इसके प्रचार-प्रसार पर चर्चा हुई. इस दौरान अंकित ने कहा कि वह सिंगर दिलजीत दोसांझ को काफी करीब से जानते हैं। वह उन्हें कॉल कर सकता है. इसके लिए उसने 24 लाख रुपये देने का वादा किया।

उत्तराखंड: हाईकोर्ट ने पेंशन रोकने के आदेश पर लगाई रोक, सरकार से चार हफ्ते में मांगा जवाब

इस पर वह राजी हो गये. उन्होंने उसे 24 लाख रुपये दे दिये. इसके बाद फ्लाइट टिकट और होटल के नाम पर डेढ़ लाख रुपये और ले लिए। उन्होंने कई दिनों तक इंतजार किया लेकिन कोई गायक नहीं आया। ऐसे में उसे ठगा हुआ महसूस हुआ. बताया कि उसने आरोपियों को कुल एक करोड़ 15 लाख पचास हजार रुपये दिये हैं। थानाध्यक्ष ने कहा कि मामले की जांच कर कार्रवाई की जायेगी.

Quote of the Day by Barack Obama

No matter how much time passes, some quotes still mean something. This one by Barack Obama Is one of them. At first glance it seems easy to understand. But if you read it carefully, it will make you think in a new way about the world and the problems people face every day. It does not use complex words or ideas that are not clear. Instead, it focuses on a simple truth: many problems in society are caused by people, and people can also fix them. This quote reminds people that solutions are not out of reach, even when global problems like climate change, economic inequality, and technological disruption seem too big to handle. This shifts the focus from feeling powerless to taking responsibility, showing that progress starts with people working hard.

Quote of the Day by Barack Obama

“Our problems are man-made, so they can be solved by man, and man can be as big as we want.”

Understanding the Meaning Behind Barack Obama’s Quotes

The first part of the quote makes a clear point: “People make our problems.” This does not mean that every problem in the world is directly caused by people, but rather shows that many major problems are caused by human systems, choices, and actions. People create and run things like political systems, economic systems, and industrial activities. After all, these systems can create problems that were not planned for.The second part of the quote directly answers this question: “Therefore they can be solved by man.” This makes sense as a continuation of the first idea. If people can create problems, people can also come up with smart ideas, work together, and find new ways to fix them. This strengthens the belief that solutions are attainable and not solely dependent on external factors.The last part, “Man can be as big as we want,” gives us the big picture. It talks about what people can do. The phrase means that there are no set limits to what people can accomplish when they work together and set big goals. It helps people think about growth, responsibility and ambition.

Historical context of quote

Barack Obama was the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017. This was a time when there were many problems at home and around the world. During his tenure as leader, the world was still reeling from the effects of the 2008 financial crisis, wars were still going on in many places, and more and more people were talking about climate change and health care reform.This quote exemplifies a larger idea that came up in many of his speeches: the idea that people working together can solve even the most difficult problems. Policies regarding economic recovery, expanding healthcare, and protecting the environment during his presidency were often based on the idea that people can create change when they take responsibility and work toward common goals.This quote also fits his way of speaking to the public, which was often aimed at involving people and making them believe that they could make change rather than waiting for things to get better on their own.

Why does this quote still matter today?

This quote is still important even though it was said years ago. Most of the problems we face today are directly related to the choices people make and the systems we have in place. People generally agree that climate change is caused by things like industrial activity, cutting down trees, and how we use energy. People also do things like renewable energy, conservation efforts, and policy change.In the same way, new technologies have made things easier and harder. How technology is created and used impacts issues such as data privacy, the ethics of artificial intelligence, and digital inequality. The quote reminds us that these problems can be solved. They can be dealt with by making smart choices, planning and being creative.This idea also works on a more personal level. Choices and actions often have a big impact on everyday problems, whether they relate to work, relationships or personal development. Knowing that things can change can help people take more proactive steps to fix these problems.

Take a closer look at the idea of ​​responsibility

One of the main ideas in the quote is duty. When you say that problems are created by people, you are placing the blame solely on people’s actions rather than external factors. This approach can change the way people and groups deal with problems.This way of thinking does not see problems as set in stone or inevitable; Instead, it encourages thinking and taking action about them. It says that finding the cause of a problem is the first step towards fixing it. After figuring out what’s causing the problem, planning, working together, and making consistent efforts can help find a solution.This method is common in fields such as public policy, science, and engineering, where finding out what people do that affects things is important for good solutions. It also fits with problem solving approaches that focus on cause and effect rather than just treating symptoms.

The idea of ​​human potential and development

The last part of the quote talks about human potential. The saying “Man can be as big as we want” does not mean how big a person is; It means how much they can achieve and how big their dreams can be. This implies that limitations are often influenced by mindset and effort rather than immutable limitations.This idea has been used many times in history to make progress. People who thought change was possible have led to scientific discoveries, new technologies, and social change. These achievements show how humans can learn and do more, from exploring space to making medical breakthroughs.The quote makes you think the same way. This means that progress depends on how people and groups decide to act. By working together and setting big goals it’s possible to make a real difference.

How does this idea connect with everyday life?

The quote talks about big problems, but it can also be used to talk about smaller problems. In everyday life, problems often come from choices, habits, or situations that can be changed by taking action.For example, problems at school, at work, or in personal relationships often have causes that can be fixed with effort and new ways of thinking. Understanding this can help you find better ways to solve problems.The quote also emphasizes how important it is to look at things from different perspectives. Seeing problems as something that can be solved can motivate you to act more positively and proactively. This helps people not to get too stressed by the problem and focus on finding the solution.

role of collective action

Another important part of the quote is the idea of ​​working together. People can help create and fix problems, but many problems require more people working together to solve them.Many people, including governments, groups, and communities, are often involved in issues such as public health, protecting the environment, and keeping the economy stable. To deal with these problems, everyone needs to work together and take responsibility.The quote supports this idea by making it clear that people can work together to solve problems. This shows how important it is to work together to reach common goals rather than relying on individual efforts.

Other famous quotes from Barack Obama

A message that continues to inspire

Barack Obama’s quote is memorable because it is clear and relevant. It does not provide any complex theory or complete answers. It doesn’t give you any specific answers; Instead, it gives you a way of thinking that can be used in many different situations.It encourages people to be responsible and work hard by linking problems and solutions directly to people’s actions. It also shows how important it is to be ambitious and believe that progress is possible.This approach is useful in a world where problems often seem too big to handle. This means that people can always find out what is wrong and work towards a solution.

मुरादाबाद की सियासत में एक बार फिर हलचल तेज हो गई है. आगामी विधानसभा चुनाव 2027 को लेकर सियासी सरगर्मियां बढ़ती दिख रही हैं। इस बीच शहर विधानसभा सीट पर समाजवादी पार्टी के वरिष्ठ नेता आजम खान की गोद ली हुई बेटी एकता कौशिक की एंट्री ने नई चर्चा छेड़ दी है। 14 अप्रैल को डॉ. भीमराव अंबेडकर जयंती के कार्यक्रम में उनकी मौजूदगी को चुनावी रणनीति से जोड़कर देखा जा रहा है. इससे साफ संकेत मिलता है कि पार्टी आने वाले चुनाव में नई रणनीति के साथ मैदान में उतर सकती है.

चर्चा की शुरुआत अंबेडकर जयंती कार्यक्रम से हुई
14 अप्रैल को डॉ. भीमराव अंबेडकर जयंती के मौके पर शहर में कई कार्यक्रम आयोजित किए गए, जिसमें एकता कौशिक की मौजूदगी ने सबका ध्यान खींचा. इस कार्यक्रम में उनकी भागीदारी को सिर्फ सामान्य उपस्थिति नहीं माना जा रहा है, बल्कि इसे 2027 के विधानसभा चुनाव की तैयारी के तौर पर देखा जा रहा है. इसके बाद से शहर विधानसभा सीट को लेकर चर्चाएं तेज हो गई हैं.

शहर विधानसभा सीट पर सपा की रणनीति में बदलाव के संकेत
पिछले दो चुनावों में समाजवादी पार्टी को मुरादाबाद नगर विधानसभा सीट (28) पर हार का सामना करना पड़ा है। ऐसे में पार्टी किसी भी कीमत पर इस सीट को दोबारा जीतना चाहती है. यही वजह है कि इस बार सपा नए चेहरे और नई रणनीति पर विचार कर रही है. चर्चा है कि पार्टी इस बार मुस्लिम चेहरे की जगह हिंदू उम्मीदवार पर दांव लगा सकती है और एकता कौशिक की एंट्री इस दिशा में बड़ा संकेत माना जा रहा है.

आजम खान का दबदबा अब भी कायम है
भले ही आजम खान फिलहाल जेल में हैं, लेकिन मुरादाबाद की राजनीति में उनका दबदबा अभी भी कायम है. इसका उदाहरण 2024 के लोकसभा चुनाव में भी देखने को मिला, जब पूर्व सांसद एसटी हसन का टिकट काटकर रुचि वीरा को उम्मीदवार बनाया गया. अब एकता कौशिक को उनकी गोद ली हुई बेटी होने का फायदा मिल सकता है, जो उनकी सबसे बड़ी राजनीतिक ताकत मानी जाती हैं.

लोगों के बीच पहचान बनाने की कोशिश कर रहे हैं
एकता कौशिक की मुरादाबाद में सक्रियता बताती है कि वह लगातार लोगों के बीच रहकर अपनी पहचान बनाना चाहती हैं। वह क्षेत्र के समीकरण को समझने और जनता से जुड़ने की कोशिश कर रही हैं. उनकी सक्रियता से साफ है कि आने वाले समय में शहर विधानसभा सीट पर मुकाबला दिलचस्प हो सकता है.

(रिपोर्ट: सुशील कुमार सिंह,मुरादाबाद)

_{EasyJet flight halted before takeoff as weight limit causes last-minute chaos}

Security concerns stop flight from Southend to Málaga An easyJet flight from London Southend Airport to Málaga delayed its takeoff on Saturday morning after the crew determined that the aircraft’s weight had exceeded its safe operating weight in the current conditions. Because of this, the safety margin fell below acceptable levels. While passengers were waiting inside the staff recalculated the limit. Load reduction was required for the 08:40 BST service. Five people stood up without asking, resulting in a significant weight loss just before takeoff.Hot weather played a role. The length of the runway at Southend was added to this. Together, these affect how planes fly. The airline clarified that the problem arose from those conditions. EasyJet reported that their team managed it on site. Standard procedures were followed in the decisions. No risk was taken. Everyone kept moving forward peacefully.Passenger Kelly Wayland, who was running her own travel business, remained inside the cabin as the captain spoke. His peace was broken a little. Flying has never felt safe lately, especially with a storm raging outside. A quiet fear grew even deeper as he asked everyone to wait. Volunteers stepped forward under time pressureSome cabin staff looked at different solutions, such as sending bags to another plane, but time was short. About ten minutes later, five people decided it was best to deplane without being asked. The others on board the ship applauded as he moved away. That moment ended silently, just like that. Immediately, EasyJet ensured that volunteers received help. The journey from Essex to London Gatwick was covered free of charge by the airline. Later that day, new flights prompted them to move forward again. Payments were promised as required, closely following official rules.The UK aviation regulator says when flights are delayed on medium journeys, people could have to pay between £175 and £350. How long they wait decides the amount. As of now, EasyJet has not revealed how much profit it will make here. The rules depend greatly on time.Industry standards set operating limitsAirlines use set numbers rather than checking each person’s exact weight. In 2022, Europe’s Air Safety Group ran tests; This shows that people and their bags generally weigh 84 kg. Weather also plays a role, as does how much fuel is on board, as well as how long the runway is. These details help the crew decide whether it is really okay to abandon the ground. Such shocks remind us of another flight in 2014, on the same route, from Southend to Málaga, where passengers had to get off the plane because it tipped the scales. These moments come around once in a while; Still, they show how tightly each number must fit before takeoff. Airline staff again talked about safety, emphasizing the care of passengers and team members during each leg of the flight. Most importantly it is clearly visible how the flights are managed from start to finish.