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Indian-origin doctor shares experience of UK driving test, says system is ‘strict but necessary’ world News

Indian origin doctor shared his experience of UK driving test, said the system is 'strict but necessary'

An Indian-origin doctor, sharing her experience of obtaining a driving license in the UK, described the process as much more rigorous than in India.Sunita Sayammagaru wrote in a post on X that getting a driving license in India seems relatively easy, but the UK system requires a much higher level of skill and awareness.She said she already had an Indian license when she moved to the UK in 2007, but soon realized that her driving skills were not up to standard.“I realized how pathetic my driving was,” he wrote, adding that he had not been taught a large part of what was expected of drivers in the UK.According to their post, the UK licensing process involves both a theory test and a practical test, where candidates are closely assessed on several aspects of driving.He explained how testers check the use of mirrors, lane discipline, signaling, parking skills, speed control and the ability to navigate complex intersections.During her first attempt, she failed the practical exam.He said the examiner pointed out a major mistake – despite otherwise acceptable driving – was failing to do full mirror and shoulder checks before pulling out at an intersection.“He said the rest of my driving was fine and he was strict with me, but it was for my own good,” she wrote.She reapplied for a test two weeks later and was assessed again by the same examiner, which she said made her nervous.However, she passed in her second attempt.Sayammagaru also noted that many Indian drivers he knew had failed the UK test multiple times despite years of driving experience at home.“It’s very strict,” she said.Despite the difficulty, he argued that such standards are necessary.“Driving license tests should be rigorous. This ensures the safety of oneself and others,” he wrote.His post has since resonated with many users online, many of whom agree that stricter testing could make roads safer.

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सिद्धार्थनगर में चमत्कारिक रेस्क्यू: एयरफोर्स ने 15 घंटे बाद टैंक में फंसे दो किशोरों को बचाया, एक की मौत

उत्तर प्रदेश के सिद्धार्थनगर जिले से एक दिल दहला देने वाली लेकिन राहत देने वाली खबर सामने आई है। कांशीराम आवास की पानी की टंकी पर फंसे दो किशोरों को भारतीय वायुसेना ने कठिन और जोखिम भरे ऑपरेशन के जरिए सुरक्षित बचा लिया। दोनों बच्चे करीब 15 घंटे तक जिंदगी और मौत के बीच फंसे रहे. इस दौरान नीचे खड़े परिजन और ग्रामीण पूरी रात प्रार्थना करते रहे। आखिरकार रविवार सुबह वायुसेना का हेलीकॉप्टर उनके लिए किसी फरिश्ते से कम नहीं साबित हुआ और दोनों की जान बच गई.

सीढ़ी टूटने से हादसा, एक की मौत
यह हादसा शनिवार दोपहर करीब 2 बजे हुआ, जब पांच बच्चे पानी की टंकी पर चढ़े हुए थे. अचानक टंकी की जर्जर सीढ़ी टूट कर नीचे गिर गयी. इस हादसे में तीन बच्चे नीचे गिर गए, जिनमें से एक बच्चे की मौके पर ही मौत हो गई. दो अन्य बच्चे गंभीर रूप से घायल हो गए, जिन्हें मेडिकल कॉलेज में भर्ती कराया गया है। दो किशोर, पवन और कल्लू, टैंक के शीर्ष पर फंसे रह गए और नीचे उतरने का कोई रास्ता नहीं था।

एसडीआरएफ की कोशिशें नाकाम, रातभर जारी रही मशक्कत
घटना की जानकारी मिलते ही प्रशासन हरकत में आ गया. शाम छह बजे गोरखपुर से एसडीआरएफ की टीम मौके पर पहुंची, लेकिन लगातार बारिश और सुरक्षित रास्ता न होने के कारण बचाव कार्य शुरू नहीं हो सका। बच्चे पूरी रात ऊपर ही फंसे रहे और उनके परिजन नीचे से उनका हौसला बढ़ाते रहे। प्रशासन ने ड्रोन के जरिए बच्चों तक पानी, बिस्किट, रस्सी और खाना पहुंचाया. मौके पर जिला पदाधिकारी शिवसरनप्पा जीएन समेत कई अधिकारी मौजूद थे.

वायुसेना का हेलीकॉप्टर बना ‘देवदूत’
जब ज़मीनी बचाव संभव नहीं हुआ तो राज्य सरकार के अनुरोध पर भारतीय वायु सेना को बुलाया गया। रविवार की सुबह करीब पांच बजे वायुसेना का एमआई-17 वी5 हेलीकॉप्टर गोरखपुर से सिद्धार्थनगर पहुंचा। वायुसेना के जवानों ने पूरी सावधानी और बहादुरी के साथ एक-एक कर दोनों किशोरों को सुरक्षित नीचे उतार लिया। बच्चों के सुरक्षित बाहर आने पर परिजनों और प्रशासन ने राहत की सांस ली.

नेताओं ने भी लिया जायजा
घटना की गंभीरता को देखते हुए नेता प्रतिपक्ष माता प्रसाद पांडे भी मौके पर पहुंचे. उन्होंने पूरे रेस्क्यू ऑपरेशन का जायजा लिया और अधिकारियों को जरूरी निर्देश दिए. साथ ही मृत बच्चे के परिजनों को सांत्वना दी और घायलों का हाल जाना. यह पूरा ऑपरेशन वायुसेना की तत्परता और मानव जीवन को बचाने की उनकी प्रतिबद्धता का एक बड़ा उदाहरण बन गया है।

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Puducherry Elections 2026: Rangasamy vs Vaithilingam and other key results to watch on May 4 | india news

Puducherry Elections 2026: Rangasamy vs Vaithilingam and other key results to be seen on May 4
N Rangasamy; V Vaithilingam

New Delhi: Counting of votes for Puducherry Assembly elections will take place on Monday. National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the All India NR Congress (AINRC), is seeking a second consecutive term in office.Counting of votes will begin at 8 am and considering that there are only 30 constituencies in the Union Territory, clear and conclusive trends are expected to emerge within a few hours.Voting took place in a single phase on 9 April, recording a historic turnout of 89.83%, surpassing the previous record set in 2011 – 85.57%.

Major battles to watch

N Rangasamy (AINRC) vs V Vaithilingam (Congress): The high-profile fight in Thattanchavady pits the sitting chief minister against a former chief minister, making it a decisive contest for the leadership of the Union Territory. Rangasamy, the sitting Thattanchavady MLA, is aiming for a fifth term as chief minister, having previously held the post twice as a Congress leader. Two-time former Chief Minister Vaithilingam currently heads the Puducherry Congress unit and represents Puducherry’s sole Lok Sabha seat.A Namasivayam (BJP) vs TPR Selvame (Congress): In the contest in Mannadipet, Puducherry Home Minister and sitting MLA A Namassivayam faces former Assembly Deputy Speaker TPR Selvam, who had earlier won the seat in 2011 and 2016, making it a closely watched battle.VP Sivakolundhu (AINRC) vs M Vaithyanathan (Congress) vs V Saminathan (TVK): Lospet Assembly constituency saw a three-way fight between Assembly Speaker Sivakolundhu, outgoing MLA Vaithyanathan and former Puducherry BJP president, 2021 runner-up Saminathan.A Johnkumar (BJP) vs L Sambath (DMK): Puducherry Minority Affairs Minister A Johnkumar defeated Sambath, the sitting MLA from Mudaliarpet constituency.Golapalli Srinivas Ashok (Congress) vs Malladi Krishna Rao (AINRC): In Yanam – a constituency of Puducherry under Andhra Pradesh – the contest is between outgoing MLA Golapalli Srinivas Ashok and veteran leader Malladi Krishna Rao, who held the seat for five consecutive terms from 1996 to 2016 (twice as an independent and thrice later with the Congress).

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Mittal family, Adar Poonawala acquire Rajasthan Royals for around $1.65 billion cricket news

Mittal family, Adar Poonawala acquire Rajasthan Royals for around $1.65 billion
File photo of IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals.

A consortium of Lakshmi N Mittal, Aditya Mittal and Adar Poonawalla has acquired IPL suffrage Rajasthan Royals TOI has learned that it and its affiliates (Parl Royals and Barbados Royals) have been bought for about $1.65 billion. A press release to this effect is expected soon.Following regulatory scrutiny including approvals from BCCI, Competition Commission of India (CCI), IPL Governing Council, the Mittal family will own approximately 75 per cent of the franchise, Poonawalla will own 18 per cent and the remaining approximately 7 per cent will be held by existing investors, including current owner Manoj Badale. The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026.

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ArcelorMittal Chairman Lakshmi N. Mittal, CEO Aditya Mittal, non-independent director Vanisha Mittal-Bhatia, Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawala and Manoj Badale will join the board of Rajasthan Royals. On 21st March a Kal Somani-led consortium had emerged as the frontrunner to own the franchise for $1.63 billion. (£1.2 billion) but that effort was hampered by the inability to raise the necessary funds for an IPL franchise, regulatory uncertainties and the composition of the consortium’s buyers.The Somani-backed consortium included American businessman Rob Walton of the Walmart family and the Hamp family, who also have a majority stake in the NFL’s Detroit Lions. Sheila Ford Hemp is also part of the Ford family which owns a significant stake in the Ford Motor Company.Rajasthan Royals are currently owned by Manoj Badale’s Emerging Media Ventures, which holds a 65 percent stake in the franchise, with minority investors including American investment management firm Redbird Capital Partners (about 15 percent stake) and Fox Corporation’s Lachlan Murdoch.

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मौसम:दिन में तेज आंधी, ओले और अंधड़ के साथ बरसे बदरा; यूपी से लेकर उत्तराखंड, पंजाब तक बदला मौसम – मौसम अपडेट उत्तर प्रदेश, उत्तराखंड, हरियाणा, पंजाब में बारिश का अलर्ट

अमर उजाला नेटवर्क, देहरादून/चंडीगढ़/लखनऊ

द्वारा प्रकाशित: विजय सिंह पुंडीर

अद्यतन रविवार, 03 मई 2026 11:30 पूर्वाह्न IST

उत्तराखंड में आज सुबह से मौसम खराब है. राजधानी देहरादून में अचानक अंधेरा छा गया और तेज बारिश होने लगी और भारी ओलावृष्टि हुई। हरियाणा और पंजाब में भी मौसम का मिजाज बदल गया है. यूपी में भी ओलावृष्टि हुई है.


मौसम अपडेट उत्तर प्रदेश, उत्तराखंड, हरियाणा, पंजाब में बारिश का अलर्ट

तेज तूफान के साथ बारिश
– फोटो : ANI



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उत्तर प्रदेश, उत्तराखंड, हरियाणा और पंजाब समेत उत्तर भारत के कई राज्यों में मौसम ने अचानक करवट ले ली है। रविवार सुबह से ही इन इलाकों में तेज आंधी और भारी बारिश जारी है. कई जगहों पर दिन में ही अंधेरा छाया रहा, जिससे जनजीवन अस्त-व्यस्त हो गया है.

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Naga Vamsi: Ram Charan announces exciting projects after the end of ‘Peddi’.

'पेड्डी' की शूटिंग पूरी होने के बाद राम चरण ने नागा वामसी की अनाम फिल्म के लिए तारीखें आरक्षित कर लीं - रिपोर्ट

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Ramcharan‘s next film ‘Peddi’ is all set to release on the big screen in June. As the actor wraps up shooting for the sports drama, he now seems to be focusing on his next projects. As per the latest reports, the ‘RRR’ actor has now allotted dates for his upcoming film with filmmaker Naga Vamsi.

Ram Charan allotted dates for his next film

According to a report in 123 Telugu, producer Naga Vamsi has confirmed that Ram Charan will start shooting for his film after completing ‘Peddi’. Since he has now completed the shooting, he has given his dates for the project. It is important to add that the story and director have not been decided yet.Apart from the project, ‘Kingdom’ filmmaker Ram Charan has also signed a film with the ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ director. delicateTentatively referred to as ‘RC17’. The same agency had earlier suggested that the shooting of the film is expected to begin in July or August. At present, most of the pre-production work is almost complete. Sukumar is working very hard on the story. The ‘Pushpa’ director thought of three different ideas and finally chose a strong story. He is now writing the final version.It looks like Ram Charan will work together in both the films.

Release date of ‘Peddi’

Talking about ‘Peddi’, the makers recently held a release date announcement press meet where they shared that it will release theatrically on June 4, 2026. During the programme, Sukumar praised Ram Charan’s performance and said, “You have not seen such a performance from Ram Charan before.”

About ‘Pedi’

Talking about the film, it has its merits. Janhvi Kapoor Also included as female lead Shiva RajkumarJagapathi Babu, Divyendu and Boman Irani are in lead roles. The music is composed by AR Rahman. It is being told that there is also a special song in the film in which Shruti Haasan is dancing with Ram Charan.

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UK government summer travel disruption: UK travelers face potential flight cuts as government changes airline rules amid fears over jet fuel supplies World News

UK travelers face possible flight cuts as government changes airline rules amid fears over jet fuel supplies
Britain is changing airline rules to avoid chaos at airports this summer as tensions rise in the Middle East / Image: File

The UK government is preparing for potential summer travel disruption by allowing airlines to cancel or combine flights in advance without losing valuable airport slots. The temporary move comes as the global jet fuel market remains under pressure following disruptions linked to the conflict around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes.Under general aviation rules, airlines operating at busy airports such as Heathrow and Gatwick must use at least 80% of their take-off and landing slots or risk losing them to competitors. This system is commonly known as the “use it or lose it” rule.Now, the government wants to temporarily relax those rules so airlines can reduce schedules ahead of time if fuel supplies dwindle over the summer. Officials say the goal is to avoid sudden cancellations at airports and prevent airlines from operating nearly empty “ghost flights” to protect their airport slots.Transportation Secretary Heidi Alexander said the measures are designed to give families “more confidence” while helping airlines plan realistic schedules in advance. According to the Department for Transport, there is currently no immediate shortage of jet fuel in the UK, but contingency plans are being prepared ahead of the peak. Holiday The season becomes intense.

Strait of Hormuz crisis across Europe

The growing concern comes after serious disruptions to fuel shipping routes linked to rising tensions in the Middle East. The Strait of Hormuz, through which about a fifth of the world’s oil and gas passes, has become a major pressure point for global energy markets.Industry data cited in recent reports shows Gulf jet fuel exports have fallen sharply during the period of the crisis, raising fears that airlines across Europe could struggle with higher costs and less fuel availability during peak travel months.The UK government has already asked domestic refineries to maximize jet fuel production as part of a broader contingency plan. Energy Minister michael shanks Confirmed officials are working closely with airlines, airports and fuel suppliers to monitor stock levels daily.Although British airlines say they are not yet facing direct shortages, many carriers across Europe have already begun to adjust operations. Lufthansa reportedly canceled thousands of flights to save fuel and manage costs.The uncertainty has also increased pressure on aviation finances. Airlines are simultaneously facing rapidly rising fuel prices, unpredictable passenger demand and operational planning challenges.

What do the new UK airline rules mean?

The government says the new approach is aimed at reducing stressful last-minute disruptions rather than causing more cancellations. Instead of grounding flights a few hours before departure, airlines will be encouraged to make decisions much earlier and transfer passengers to alternative services in advance.Officials say the flexibility will allow airlines to:

  • Combine multiple flights to the same destination,
  • Avoid unrealistic schedules,
  • Reduce fuel wastage from lightly booked aircraft,
  • And save passengers from the chaos of the day at the airport.

Importantly, passenger rights will remain unchanged. Under UK law, passengers whose flights have been canceled are still entitled to:

  • full refund, or
  • An alternative flight arrangement.

However, airlines are also lobbying the government to classify fuel shortages as an “extraordinary circumstance”, which could allow carriers to avoid paying additional compensation for short-notice cancellations.Meanwhile the government has advised travelers to keep checking for airline updates before departure and ensure they have appropriate travel insurance.

Airlines are facing pressure

The fuel disruption concerns come at a difficult moment for the aviation industry, which is already struggling with the high cost of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The UK introduced a SAF blending mandate in 2025, requiring fuel suppliers to gradually increase the amount of clean aviation fuel used on flights.But airlines and fuel suppliers say production is very limited and expensive. Industry groups have warned that sustainable fuel supplies are nowhere near the levels needed to meet long-term climate goals.The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has repeatedly warned that SAF currently represents less than 1% of global jet fuel use, while costing several times more than conventional fuel.At the moment, the UK government is insisting there is “no current need” for travelers to cancel or change holiday plans. But behind the scenes, officials are apparently preparing for a tough summer if global fuel supply tensions worsen further.

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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed grief over the death of 9 people in the fire in Vivek Vihar, assured relief and assistance. india news

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed grief over the death of 9 people in the fire in Vivek Vihar, assured relief and assistance.

New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday expressed deep grief over the death of nine people in a massive fire that broke out in a residential building in Vivek Vihar area of ​​Shahdara in the national capital. In a post on Instagram, the Delhi Chief Minister expressed her condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the incident. “The incident of fire in a building in Vivek Vihar is very sad. I am deeply saddened by the death of 9 people in this accident. The injured in the accident are being treated in a nearby hospital and I pray for their speedy recovery. My thoughts are with the affected families in this hour of grief.” I pray to God to give them the strength to bear this difficult time,” the Delhi Chief Minister wrote. According to Delhi Police, a fire broke out in a four-storey residential building in Vivek Vihar on Sunday morning, resulting in the death of nine people and injury to at least one person. Police said that five members of a family living on the second floor lost their lives. The deceased have been identified as Arvind (60), his wife Anita Jain (58), their son Nishant Jain (35), daughter-in-law Aanchal Jain (33) and their one-and-a-half-year-old grandson Master Akash Jain. Shikha Jain (45) from the first floor died in the accident. Another family living on the third floor also lost their lives in this tragic incident. The deceased include Nitin Jain (about 50 years), his wife Shaili Jain (about 48 years) and their son Samyak Jain (about 25 years). One injured person, identified as Naveen Jain (48), is currently undergoing treatment at a nearby hospital, officials said. Meanwhile, BJP MLA from Shahdara Sanjay Goyal also expressed grief over the incident. Short circuit is suspected to be the primary cause of the fire, which broke out in a building located in Block B of Vivek Vihar and quickly spread to all four floors, resulting in casualties, he said. Authorities are continuing to investigate the exact cause of the fire, while rescue and relief efforts are underway.

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लखनऊ की बेटियों ने रचा इतिहास: बिना कोचिंग के बनीं आईएएस और सीबीआई अफसर, पिता की मेहनत लाई रंग

आजकल यह आम धारणा बन गई है कि आईएएस या सीबीआई जैसी कठिन परीक्षाओं को पास करने के लिए बड़े शहरों में महंगी कोचिंग जरूरी है। लेकिन लखनऊ के उपेन्द्र गुप्ता की बेटियों ने इस सोच को पूरी तरह गलत साबित कर दिया. बिना किसी कोचिंग या बाहरी मदद के उन्होंने अपनी कड़ी मेहनत और सेल्फ स्टडी के दम पर देश की सबसे प्रतिष्ठित सेवाओं में जगह बनाई। सीमित संसाधनों और साधारण माहौल में पढ़ाई करते हुए उन्होंने दिखा दिया कि सफलता के लिए सबसे जरूरी है समर्पण और कड़ी मेहनत।

होमस्कूलिंग, आत्मविश्वास
उपेन्द्र गुप्ता बताते हैं कि उनकी बेटियां घंटों घर पर बैठकर पढ़ाई करती थीं। उन्हें बाहरी चमक-दमक या दिखावे से कोई सरोकार नहीं था। वह पूरी तरह से अपनी किताबों में खोई रहती थी और हर दिन अपने लक्ष्य के करीब जाने की कोशिश करती थी। उन्होंने बहुत कम किताबों की मदद से तैयारी की, लेकिन उनकी कड़ी मेहनत और अनुशासन ने उन्हें आगे बढ़ाया।

एक आईएएस बन गया, दूसरा सीबीआई अधिकारी बन गया
परिवार के लिए खुशी का पल तब और बड़ा हो गया जब उनकी दूसरी बेटी का चयन सीबीआई में हो गया. इससे पहले उनकी एक बेटी आईएएस अफसर बन चुकी हैं. इस उपलब्धि पर पिता उपेन्द्र गुप्ता काफी भावुक हो गये। उन्होंने कहा कि एक माता-पिता के लिए इससे बड़ी कोई खुशी नहीं हो सकती. उनकी आवाज में संघर्ष और स्वाभिमान दोनों साफ नजर आते हैं.

कैब चलाकर बेटी का सपना पूरा किया
आर्थिक तंगी के कारण उपेन्द्र गुप्ता खुद अपनी पढ़ाई पूरी नहीं कर सके। लेकिन उन्होंने ठान लिया था कि गरीबी कभी भी उनकी बेटियों के सपनों के आड़े नहीं आएगी। उन्होंने दिन-रात मेहनत की और कैब चलाकर पैसे कमाए। ट्रैफिक के शोर और प्रदूषण के बीच काम करते हुए उन्होंने अपनी बेटियों की पढ़ाई का पूरा ख्याल रखा। भले ही वे उन्हें ज्यादा सुविधाएं तो नहीं दे सके, लेकिन पढ़ाई के लिए जरूरी माहौल और किताबें जरूर मुहैया कराईं।

कड़ी मेहनत और साहस की मिसाल
आज जब उनकी बेटियां ऊंचे पदों पर पहुंची हैं तो पूरा परिवार गौरवान्वित महसूस कर रहा है। यह कहानी उन सभी युवाओं के लिए प्रेरणा है जो सीमित संसाधनों के बावजूद बड़े सपने देखते हैं। इससे साबित होता है कि अगर मेहनत सच्ची हो और इरादा मजबूत हो तो कोई भी लक्ष्य हासिल किया जा सकता है।

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Unfazed by rare disorder, Jai Hind student scores good marks in arts, plans to pursue career in animation mumbai news

Unfazed by rare disorder, Jai Hind student scores good marks in arts, now plans to pursue career in animation

Mumbai: “I never see him worried,” Sunil Jain says of his son Vihaan. That might sound reassuring to most fathers. For Sunil, it reflects something much deeper.Jai Hind College student Vihaan Jain, who suffers from Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a genetic disorder, scored 73.33% in the Arts stream this year – a result that has made his entire family proud.“He has a rare progressive disease,” says his father, adding that Vihaan stopped walking at the age of 15. His son’s calm approach towards life however has become a source of strength for the family. “As parents, we were worried during the exams, but he never got worried,” says Jain.Meanwhile, Vihaan credits his inspiration to the determination of his parents, who ensured that he continued his education despite physical challenges.Looking ahead, he hopes to pursue a career in graphics and animation, a field where he can channel his creativity.His father has no doubt about his ability. “He has a very sharp mind, he understands things very quickly,” he says.Beyond academics, Vihaan is an avid reader of fiction and a keen writer. “He keeps writing stories on his mobile phone, but never shows it to us,” says Jain.

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