New Delhi: China’s One Belt One Road (OBOR), now known as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), was announced in 2013 and it seems it has one purpose only — subjugation of the economically fragile nations on the way to becoming a great power by the time the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) celebrates 100 years.There are numerous examples of countries, developed and developing, which are economically fragile that have become even more fragile courtesy the OBOR. The recent situation in Pakistan and Sri Lanka is case in point. The Centre for Global Development in a 2018 study of countries hosting OBOR projects found 23 of them in a state of debt distress.Sri Lanka has taken loans from China, at lending rates in the range of 3-6 per cent against the 1-3 per cent offered by the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF). As a result, Sri Lanka has had to request China for a debt-to-equity swap, selling their own equity to Chinese companies as they have not been able to pay back their loans.China’s investment of an estimated $1.4 billion in Sri Lanka’s Colombo Port City project is the largest single foreign investment in the island nation’s history. Dubbed as a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the government of Sri Lanka and the CHEC Port City Colombo (CPCC) Pvt Ltd, the project has been much publicised for the employment opportunities and huge revenues which it would generate for the Sri Lankans.What is seldom spoken about is the fact that of the 269 hectares of reclaimed land, 43 per cent will be controlled by the CPCC through a 99-year lease agreement. This is reminiscent of the not too long-ago takeover of the Hambantota Port on a 99-year lease by China Merchant Port Holdings (CMPH). The port is now operated ‘jointly’ by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority and CMPH, with the latter holding 80 percent stake in the port and exercising near total control over its operations. Sri Lanka is just one example of how China uses its economic power to ensnare unsuspecting, and sometimes complicit governments in an intricate web of debt and dependencies.The BRI is the garb to entice nations into futile and ineffectual projects which are extravagant compared to more realistic challenges being faced. The projects are promoted as one of its kind infrastructure development project with fictitious prospects; however they are of significance and benefit primarily to China.The initiatives provide easier and convenient opportunities to address vulnerabilities of China at the cost and investment of individual nations. The mechanism provides expedient access for Chinese state owned companies to saturate the economies of small nations and saddle the borrowing nation with loans which can be leveraged when needed. In addition, China with its financial freedom has emerged as an independent nation providing financial alternatives over international organisations like the IMF, and Asian Development Bank (ADB) to secure individual and selfish designs.The infrastructure projects of road, rail, buildings, ports etc. with inflated costs are advertised as comprehensive solutions without disclosing the methodology and terms of execution.The projects in Sri Lanka like the $104 million Lotus tower which never got commissioned or the $209 million Mattala Airport which is the ‘World’s Emptiest Airport’, though presumed to be funded by China had all its costs recovered through execution by Chinese entities, using equipment/ machinery/material from China including significant proportion of labour/top management.In effect, whilst Sri Lanka paid for the projects, it filled Chinese treasury for a requirement which was not essential. Further, due to the confidentiality of project being pursued by the government the actual cost of the projects are also largely exaggerated. The Chinese approach in Sri Lanka has been outright capitalist where in the Sri Lankan economy is flooded with cheap Chinese goods so as to kill the local economy and extract as much Strategic advantage by trapping the Government of the day in frivolous infrastructure projects.It needs to be understood that all Chinese deals come with hidden agendas particularly with the aim to in debt the country, take control of land, fill the coffers of China at the expense of smaller countries under the garb of development. The modus operandi of engagement has been similar in Africa, Asia and Latin America wherein countries have been indebted with Chinese loan of billions of dollars.Thus, all countries in the region must guard their sovereignty in their best interests, lest it is also ‘Coloured Red’ under the Chinese shadow. —IANS

China’s One Belt One Road (OBOR), now known as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), was announced in 2013 and it seems it has one purpose only — subjugation of the economically fragile nations on the way to becoming a great power by the time the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) celebrates 100 years.

China's BRI Trapped Sri Lanka In Debt, Chaos

Vadodara: A minor road accident led to a communal clash in Gujarat's Vadodara city, with rioters throwing stones, vandalising a shrine and damaging some vehicles, police said on Monday adding that three persons were injured.Police have so far arrested 22 people — 19 for rioting after the incident that occurred late Sunday night and three others in connection with the road accident involving two-wheelers — officials said.Three persons were injured in the clash, Additional Commissioner of Police Chirag Koradia told reporters.A Karelibaug police station official said that the clash broke out following a road accident involving two-wheelers belonging to people from two communities in the city's Raopura locality.The matter escalated and in no time people from two communities gathered and hurled stones at each other in the Karelibaug locality, neighbouring the Raopura area. A mob vandalised the idol at a shrine located on the roadside, two autorickshaws and as many two-wheelers, the police official said.Two separate FIRs were registered at Raopura and Karelibaug police stations for the accident and rioting, respectively, and a total of 22 persons arrested so far, Koradia said.Various sections of the Indian Penal Code for rioting, unlawful assembly, holding deadly weapons, defiling the place of worship with intent to insult the religion of any class have been invoked in the Karelibaug FIR against a group of named and unidentified accused."All the 19 persons named in the Karelibaug FIR for rioting were arrested during the combing operation carried out last night. Efforts are on to nab the unidentified accused," Koradia said.Also, out of 8-10 accused against whom an FIR was lodged at the Raopura police station related to the road accident, three were nabbed, he said.Security has been beefed up in the area and the situation is under control now, he added. "Two companies of the State Reserve Police (SRP) personnel have been deployed in sensitive areas and patrolling increased under all police stations. The situation is under control," he said.—PTI

A minor road accident led to a communal clash in Gujarat's Vadodara city, with rioters throwing stones, vandalising a shrine and damaging some vehicles, police said on Monday adding that three persons were injured.

Road Accident Triggers Communal Clash In Vadodara

The Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Uttarakhand's Laksar, Sangeeta Kanojia was severely injured in a car accident that took place near Landhaura on Tuesday, while her driver died on the spot.

Uttarakhand: Laksar SDM Severely Injured In Road Accident Near Landhaura, Driver Killed

Beijing: Originally called 'One Belt, One Road', China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), designed to boost its image and influence with at least 49 countries to date, is faltering and the strategy may be doomed in the aftermath of Russia-Ukraine war.The barriers and delays created by sanctions imposed on Russia for the invasion of Ukraine have accelerated the collapse of China's Belt and Road Initiative global strategy.The BRI is an internationally planned infrastructure development project for China and the emerging economies that trade with or border China. It is a move designed to recapture the ancient Silk Road and expand China's influence. The BRI is the most ambitious economic development and infrastructure project the world has ever seen. But critics say the BRI projects present dangers to participating countries, such as debt traps.Before the sanctions, China used Russia as a convenient transit point for the shipment of BRI equipment and supplies into Europe. China routed its cargo into St. Petersburg, Russia via the China-Europe Railway, then shipped it across the Baltic Sea into central Europe. The sanctions forced China to detour its cargo around Russia and enter Europe via slower land routes across Belarus, Poland, and other countries. China's BRI strategy was first introduced in 2013 by Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The strategy is in two parts - on land via the Silk Road Economic Belt which runs through Central Asia, Central and Eastern Europe to Western Europe; and on water via the 'Maritime Silk Road', which runs through the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean, westward through Southeast Asia to South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.War-torn Ukraine, at the junction of the Eurasian continent, is an important gateway into Europe from Asia and an important source of energy, food, and military technology for China. Other countries along the BRI delivery route, including Belarus, Poland, and Romania, have also felt the strain caused by the Russian-Ukrainian war. Belarus, for example, has been subjected to several collateral sanctions for its decision to side with Russia. A Chinese media outlet on March 31 described how the sanctions against Russia and Belarus were forcing trains to route around these countries as well as Ukraine. As a result, shipments into Europe are being delayed while trains returning to China are often empty. It is unknown how long this disruption will last. China's participating BRI companies have noted that cargo and transportation delays are not the only problems they face. In addition, the sanctions and resulting turmoil have created logistical hardships, rising labour costs, and difficulties in settling trade agreements since Russian banks are no longer a part of SWIFT, the bloodline of the global financial system.Meanwhile in Sri Lanka, a key hub of the BRI's maritime route, citizens are protesting due to the worst economy since 1948. This small island country depends on trade with Russia and Ukraine for its tourism and tea industries. But the war between these countries is contributing to Sri Lanka's failing economy, and the country's economic crisis has further shifted to a political crisis. However, Sri Lanka's failed economy didn't begin with Russia's invasion of Ukraine. It began when China directly used its BRI strategy to ensnare Sri Lanka into a debt trap that has since become a political nightmare.According to World Bank data, Sri Lanka has USD 35 billion in total debt of which USD 6 billion is owed to China for loans to fund BRI projects managed by Chinese companies. These projects include infrastructures such as ports, airports, and railroads. To help contain its debt with China, Sri Lanka agreed in 2017 to lease its Hambantota Port in the Indian Ocean to China for 99 years at the price of USD 1.1 billion. The lease was extended another 99 years in 2021. Within this year, Sri Lanka is obligated to repay USD 6.9 billion of its foreign debt. But this is unlikely since its foreign reserves total only USD 2.3 billion. To address this deficit, Sri Lanka asked China last January to restructure its debt. However, China is yet to respond.Whereas Indonesia is feeling the heat as it became the first country to participate in China's water-based 'Maritime Silk Road' initiative.Indonesia is pressured to comply with China's growing influence in Southeast Asia and expansion in the South China Sea. According to a survey released on April 5 by Australia's Lowy Institute, Indonesians are wary of Chinese investments. Nearly half the respondents felt that within the next 10 years, the Chinese communist regime would become the most threatening country. Sixty per cent of Indonesians favoured cooperating with other countries to contain the CCP's influence. The BRI juggernaut is designed to integrate China into various spheres of influence along its borders and emerging economies. Like China's state capitalism, where the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) gives cheap equity and debt to companies, Beijing engages in debt-trap diplomacy. While one can say that the sole ambition of China's BRI is to gain world control or block Western economies from continued dominance, it is nearly clear that China is buying political influence in many of the world's emerging economies but success has eluded its efforts. —ANI

 Originally called 'One Belt, One Road', China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), designed to boost its image and influence with at least 49 countries to date, is faltering and the strategy may be doomed in the aftermath of Russia-Ukraine war.  The barriers and delays created by sanctions imposed on Russia for the invasion of Ukraine have accelerated the collapse of China's Belt and Road Initiative global strategy.

China's Bid For World Domination Collapsing With Faltering BRI

 Originally called 'One Belt, One Road', China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), designed to boost its image and influence with at least 49 countries to date, is faltering and the strategy may be doomed in the aftermath of Russia-Ukraine war.
The barriers and delays created by sanctions imposed on Russia for the invasion of Ukraine have accelerated the collapse of China's Belt and Road Initiative global strategy.





&nbsp;Vijay Garg* &nbsp;It is a matter of childhood days.&nbsp;She studied in first grade.&nbsp;Father was in Kannauj in those days.&nbsp;Nearby was Unnao, through which the Ganges flowed.&nbsp;One day the parents thought that bathing in the Ganges should be done.&nbsp;Went early in the morning.&nbsp;Get off the station and walk.&nbsp;There were brothers as well.&nbsp;long road.&nbsp;Trees laden with mangoes on both sides.&nbsp;Just brothers would pick up the pebbles from the road and toss them towards the trees and many mangoes would fall down.&nbsp;Thus by the time they reached the banks of the Ganges, the whole bag was filled with mangoes.&nbsp;Father immersed the bag full of mangoes in the cold water of the Ganges, so that the mangoes become cold.&nbsp;Later fresh aromatic indigenous mangoes were eaten with great taste.&nbsp;Then even in the villages, the fruits lying on the ground seemed like a boon to the children.&nbsp;While passing by the fruit trees, picking Amiya, Jamun, Tamarind etc. was his favorite hobby.&nbsp;He used to collect a lot of such fruits on his way to and from school.&nbsp;The children who did not get the fortune of getting the fruits were disappointed.&nbsp;Sometimes the children who got fruits, shared them with other children and ate them too.&nbsp;Then there was no sense how to eat the fruit lying on the ground.&nbsp;This is seen a lot in cities.&nbsp;There are many Jamun trees on Tolstoy Road in Connaught Place.&nbsp;During the rainy season so many berries fall there that after being crushed by the feet of passers-by, the road turns purple.&nbsp;But it is fun that someone can be seen picking them up.&nbsp;To do so people may feel against their pride.&nbsp;Nowadays, fruit trees are not visible on the side of the roads.&nbsp;In the olden days, those shady trees were planted on the side of the road, where when the passers-by walked, the shade of the trees could protect them from the sun and heat.&nbsp;Not only this, people can also eat fruits when needed.&nbsp;Trees were usually planted along the roads, which have a long life.&nbsp;But these days when roads are being constructed, there is no thought of planting trees on their sides.&nbsp;Even if some trees and plants are planted, they are for decoration.&nbsp;If you look at the highways running for hundreds of kilometers, then there is no tree anywhere.&nbsp;Unfortunately, if a bus, car or two wheeler breaks down on the way, then there is no place where you can stand peacefully for two moments.&nbsp;After all, how was the relationship between the road and the trees, that too shady and fruit trees, broken.&nbsp;Even today, tamarind, jamun trees are seen in abundance in New Delhi, which were planted by an Englishman, not us, but these days like no one cares.&nbsp;What's more, no care is taken for the convenience of the pedestrians.&nbsp;Many years ago I saw an old man on the banks of Yamuna Expressway.&nbsp;They tried to cross the road again and again, but at the sight of the swaying vehicles, they turned away in fear.&nbsp;Who were they, where they had to go, why were they there alone at this age, it is also a matter to think about.&nbsp;But he must not have been the only one who wanted to cross the road.&nbsp;Do not know how many women, children, even animals would be in such trouble.&nbsp;And if the road cannot be crossed, then there is no tree to wait, nor anything else to breathe for two moments.&nbsp;Was reading recently that the Delhi government has announced that trees will be planted on the roads where there are no trees.&nbsp;If so, that would be a good start.&nbsp;Big highway builders and governments will pay attention that the roads are not made treeless.&nbsp;Such trees should be planted, which give shade and fruits to the passers-by.&nbsp;At the same time, they should be such, which are compatible with the Indian ecology.&nbsp;Not only this, planting these trees should not be considered as the end of the responsibility.&nbsp;Until they flourish, they should also be taken care of, so that they can help people for decades.&nbsp;Don't destroy them even if they pass by.&nbsp;This will also increase greenery.&nbsp;There will also be protection from sun and rain.&nbsp;It is said that when Sher Shah Suri had built the road from Peshawar to Calcutta, which is called GT Road these days, similar trees were planted there for the convenience of the passers-by.&nbsp;When it could have happened on such a long road at that time, then why not today.&nbsp;Whereas today technology is so advanced—The Hawk Feature. * Retired Principal Malout

 It is a matter of childhood days. She studied in first grade. Father was in Kannauj in those days. Nearby was Unnao, through which the Ganges flowed. One day the parents thought that bathing in the Ganges should be done. Went early in the morning. Get off the station and walk. There were brothers as well. long road.

Paths Scorching Desolate Roads

Jammu : The Jammu and Kashmir Film Development Council in collaboration with National Film Development Corporation and the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is organising the first-ever National Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir from June 15-20, officials said on Monday.The film festival, which will be a congregation of the best of films and music, film-makers, music artists, other allied talent, will serve as a reservoir of creativity and inspiration for anyone across the world who aspires to live, love and breathe films and music.The idea behind this film festival is to highlight the film, music and creative ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir, along with its' natural and social-cultural beauty that Jammu and Kashmir has been blessed with, to rest of India and the world.The Indian filmmakers and music producers, artists have been invited to submit their original films -- fiction, documentary, OTT Films or shorts and Music Videos for the first National Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir for a chance to win numerous awards under three broad categories including Feature Films, Non-Feature Films and Music Videos.There are over 40+ awards to be given during the Film Festival Award ceremony and the winners will receive mentioned cash component as well a certificate and a medal/trophy—IANS

 The Jammu and Kashmir Film Development Council in collaboration with National Film Development Corporation and the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is organising the first-ever National Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir from June 15-20, officials said on Monday

 First ever J&K National Film Festival from June 15-20

New Delhi (The Hawk): Ministry of Road Transport &amp; Highways&nbsp;has published a draft notification dated 5.5.2022 regarding amendments in certain provisions of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989&nbsp;pertaining to the Trade Certificate.A Trade Certificate is required only in case of vehicles which are neither registered nor temporarily registered. Such vehicles can only be in the possession of a dealer/ manufacturer/importer of motor vehicles, or a test agency specified in rule 126 or any entity specified by the Central Government.In an endeavour to promote “Ease of doing business”, it is proposed that such agency&nbsp;can&nbsp;apply for a Trade Certificate and Trade Registration Marks electronically for multiple types of vehicles in a single application on the Vahan portal, without the need to visit the RTO. Streamlining of fees&nbsp;is also proposed, on the basis of the&nbsp;number of trade registration marks being applied for. Further, as the Trade certificate and registration marks are proposed to be allotted online i.e. electronically on the portal, therefore compliance burden regarding Intimation of loss or destruction of a trade certificate and application for duplicate has been removed. The validity of the Trade Certificate has been increased from 12 months to 5 years.

Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has published a draft notification dated 5.5.2022 regarding amendments in certain provisions of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989 pertaining to the Trade Certificate.

Draft notification issued  pertaining to ease of doing business - Trade Certificate

New Delhi (The Hawk): Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has called upon Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to further enhance its capability through optimum use to technology and strive to strengthen the infrastructure of the border areas at a faster pace. He was addressing all ranks of the BRO at an event organised in New Delhi on May 07, 2022 to celebrate the 63rd Raising Day of the Organisation. Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt, Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Pande, Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar, Director General Border Roads (DGBR) Lt Gen Rajeev Chaudhry and other senior officials of BRO were present on the occasion. A number of BRO personnel attended the event virtually.&nbsp;“The Chinese presence has increased in the Northern sector in the recent past. Due to their proficiency in construction in mountainous areas, they manage to reach different places very quickly. The BRO must continue to work in parallel and focus on increasing their capability with full use of technology,” said the Raksha Mantri. He added that the Government, on its part, is making all efforts to provide the required support to the BRO in this direction.Shri Rajnath Singh mentioned about the recent announcement of increase of capital budget of BRO by 40% to Rs 3,500 crore in Financial Year 2022-23, reiterating the Government’s commitment to the country's security and development of border areas. He assured the BRO of not just budgetary, but all possible support in this endeavour.The Raksha Mantri described the development of border areas as a major part of Government’s comprehensive defence strategy, noting that it will bolster the security apparatus of the country and bring a positive change in the lives of people residing in remote areas. He stated that people's participation is also a key part of the defence strategy. “The more empowered the people of border areas become, the more aware and concerned they will be about the security of those areas. Citizens are the greatest power of a Nation. Therefore, with changing times, we are committed to move forward for the development of our border areas. It is our top priority to provide maximum facilities to those who work round-the-clock for our security,” he said.Shri Rajnath Singh lauded the Organisation for opening new doors of security and prosperity not just in the areas where it is undertaking a project, but for the entire country. He described BRO as not just a construction organisation, but a shining example of unity, discipline, dedication and devotion to duty.Underlining the importance of roads, bridges &amp; tunnels in the progress of a nation, the Raksha Mantri said the projects completed by the BRO have enhanced the operational preparedness of the Armed Forces and improved the socio-economic conditions of the people living in far-flung areas. “Infrastructure development in border areas is an indicator of the Government’s unwavering commitment to build a strong, secure and self-reliant ‘New India’ as envisioned by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi,” Shri Rajnath Singh said.Shri Rajnath Singh highlighted that border areas have emerged as new centres of development and the regions like the North-East are not only developing themselves, but have also become a gateway for the all-round progress of the country. He asserted that the development of these areas is important for the Nation’s progress at the international level as well, as the North-east region connects India with South Asia and Southeast Asia.The Raksha Mantri also commended the BRO for promoting tourism in far-flung areas through its 75 Cafes and Tourism portal. These initiatives are symbolic to the ever-increasing growth of the Organisation, he said.Shri Rajnath Singh remembered former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee who had laid the foundation of the Golden Quadrilateral, which connected Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata and provided a major base for a large number of economic activities all over the country. The Raksha Mantri said, this vision of increasing the connectivity in the country is reflected in the ‘PM Gati Shakti-National Master Plan for Multi-Modal Connectivity’ envisaged by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He predicted that, in the coming times, it will definitely prove to be a master-stroke plan for the holistic development of the nation.In his address, DGBR Lt Gen Rajeev Chaudhry exhorted the BRO personnel to continue on the path of excellence with renewed vigor and dedication. He encouraged them to soon conclude certain critical tunnel and airfield construction projects.On the occasion, the Raksha Mantri also virtually laid the foundation stone of a married accommodation complex at Todapur for the BRO personnel posted at Delhi during their peace tenure. The complex will house 323 quarters, along with allied infrastructure for the personnel.&nbsp;Shri Rajnath Singh also launched two softwares - BRO Resource Management System and BRO Budget Management System – developed by Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N). The softwares will automate the distribution and utilisation of the resources as well as the budget of the BRO.In addition, the Raksha Mantri flagged-in ‘BRO@63 Multi-Dimensional Expedition’ organised in the run up to 63rd Raising Day. Sixty-three BRO personnel, including six women, took part in the 12-day expedition which comprised four distinct activities i.e., a mountaineering trek to the 15,000 feet Pangarchula peak covering a distance of approximately 50 kilometres; Rafting in the rapids of River Ganga for 35 kilometres; Cyclothon from Dehradun to Delhi covering a distance of 591 kilometres and a Fit BRO Endurance Run from Roorkee to Delhi covering a distance of 190 kilometres. During the expedition, the teams also conducted various public outreach programmes and interacted with the people, especially with the youth, urging them to contribute to the Nation Building. The expedition was flagged-off by Uttarakhand Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh from Dehradun, Uttarakhand on April 26, 2022.Shri Rajnath Singh also flagged-off ‘BRO@63-All Women Electric Vehicle Rally’. A team of 10 women officers and all ranks of BRO will traverse approximately 750 kilometres on Electric Cars through the National Capital Region, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. This first-of-its-kind Electric Vehicle Rally has been organised to sensitise the people on ‘Environmental Conservation and Climate Change’, in line with Prime Minister’s vision to switch over to 100 per cent Electric Vehicles by 2030. The initiative is also a part of a series of events being organised to commemorate ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’.The Raksha Mantri also felicitated officials of Project Himank in Ladakh and 13 Border Roads task force in Jammu and Kashmir for their commendable work during last year.It is pertinent to mention that raised with just two projects in 1960 - Project Tusker in the East and Project Beacon in the North - the BRO has today become a vibrant organisation with 18 projects in various states. It has constructed over 60,000 kilometres of roads, over 840 bridges, four tunnels and 19 airfields under adverse climatic and geographical conditions along India's borders as well as in friendly foreign countries, thus contributing towards our strategic objectives.In 2021-22, a total of 102 infrastructure projects - 87 bridges and 15 roads - were completed by the BRO - the most in a single year. This included construction of world’s longest highway tunnel, above 10,000 feet Atal Tunnel, Rohtang and world highest motorable road over Umling La in Eastern Ladakh. For the first time in the history of the BRO, women officers were given the command of Units, with three road construction companies (RCCs) being currently commanded by them. It also created the first-ever All Women RCC in Joshimath, Uttarakhand.

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has called upon Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to further enhance its capability through optimum use to technology and strive to strengthen the infrastructure of the border areas at a faster pace.

Enhance capability through latest technology for faster infrastructure development in border areas: Rajnath

New Delhi: The Chief Justice of India, N.V. Ramana, said on Saturday that the government must step in in a big way to tackle breast cancer, which is becoming a leading cause of concern in the society.He also said the government should develop a roadmap to tackle this issue. Speaking at the release of a book titled 'Atlas of Breast Elastography and Ultrasound Guided Fine Needle Cytology', the CJI said breast cancer is becoming one of the leading causes of concern in the society and considering the socio-economic considerations, this disease can be a curse for the entire family.He added that from diagnosis to treatment, at every stage, the patient has to shell out substantial amounts which very few can afford.Emphasising that the need of the hour is to generate awareness, Ramana said, "It is essential to design breast cancer awareness campaigns on the scale of cervical cancer, anti-tobacco and pulse polio campaigns. Celebrities and famous personalities should be involved. The mass media plays a significant role in disseminating information."He said that primary healthcare centres lack even basic infrastructure and there is also lack of affordable treatment options. "Often, women belonging to marginalised sections lack access to information, diagnosis and treatment of the disease. We need interventions and strategies addressing inequities of cancer screening and treatment in India. If this disease is to be tackled effectively, the government has to step in in a big way. The government must give a boost to medical infrastructure and research," the CJI said. He added, "Ultimately, a roadmap is necessary to tackle up this issue. The Health Ministry, the government of India must involve doctors, leading NGOs and industrialists to prepare the same." Ramana pointed out that every four minutes, one woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, which is the most common cancer in women."As many as 27.7 per cent of all new cancers detected in women in 2018 were breast cancer cases. Every eight minutes, one woman dies of breast cancer. A total of 87,090 women died of breast cancer in 2018, which was the second highest number in the world for that year. Around 32 per cent of new cases belong to the age group of 25 to 49," he said.The CJI further pointed out that the role of doctors is also of great significance and the responsibility of gynaecologists cannot be under-stated."It is because of their active efforts that cases of cervical cancer has come down. They must play a similar role in the war against breast cancer," he added. Ramana said that women form 50 per cent of the population in the country, and they are the backbone of the family and society."Therefore, their health must find equal attention and reflection in our society and policies. But several socio-cultural factors prevent women from getting the best possible attention on health. Women often end up taking care of others. However, when it comes to their own health, it is often suppressed and ignored. It is high time that we change the attitude surrounding women's health," he said.The CJI also that he is extremely saddened to witness rising violence against doctors and several false cases are being lodged against upright and hardworking medical practitioners."They need a better, and more secure working environment. This is where professional medical associations assume great significance. They have to be pro-active in highlighting the demands of doctors," he said. —IANS

The Chief Justice of India, N.V. Ramana, said on Saturday that the government must step in in a big way to tackle breast cancer, which is becoming a leading cause of concern in the society.

CJI Says Govt Must Step In To Tackle Breast Cancer, Calls For Roadmap

BENGALURU : At least 25 persons were injured, including four in critical condition, after a Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus hit a metro pillar in Bengaluru on Monday.According to sources, the bus driver had lost balance trying to avoid a pothole on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Highway.Police are looking at this angle.The incident took place near Kengeri at 1 a.m. and the injured were shifted to nearby hospitals.According to the police, the bus had first hit the 4-feet tall road divider and then rammed into the Namma Metro Pillar number 545.The bus was travelling to Bengaluru from Madikeri. The damage to the metro pillar is being assessed.Police said that a total of 45 persons were travelling in the bus.If not for the Metro Pillar, the bus would have gone to another side of the highway and collided with a vehicle coming from the opposite side, which would have led to a greater tragedy, the police added—IANS

 At least 25 persons were injured, including four in critical condition, after a Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus hit a metro pillar in Bengaluru on Monday.

25 injured as bus hits metro pillar in Bengaluru

Jhansi: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has warned that no religious programme should be permitted on the roads.He said that all such events should take place inside the premises of religious places.The chief minister, who was on a visit to the Bundelkhand region on Sunday, also took a strong note of the recent rape case of a girl in a police station in Lalitpur.He directed the district magistrate and the superintendent of police to take strict action against the culprits."Our government is committed to serving people through development and public welfare works. Any slackness will not be tolerated," he said, adding that strict measures should be taken to curb the activities of the mafia.Yogi Adityanath also directed the officials and employees at every level to reach their offices on time and hold 'jan sunwai' between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. every day."A dialogue should be held with traders, Udyog Bandhu and banks at least once a month to look into the possibilities of generating employment opportunities in the region. All pending works related to pharma park in Lalitpur should be completed at the earliest," he said. He further said that Aarogya Melas should be held regularly while organic and natural farming be promoted in Bundelkhand.The chief minister also inspected a 500-bed under construction hospital block in the Jhansi Medical College.In Babina, he inspected an under-construction water treatment plant, where Jhansi Mayor Ramteerath Singhal informed him that there was a delay in the completion of the project. —IANS

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has warned that no religious programme should be permitted on the roads.

No Religious Event On Roads, Warns Yogi

Noida:&nbsp;Five people, including four from Maharashtra and one from Karnataka, were killed in a road crash on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida on Thursday morning, police said.Two other people who were along with the deceased in an SUV have been hospitalised with injuries, the police said."The seven people were in a Mahindra Bolero. They were on the way from Agra towards Noida when their car hit a dumper truck from the rear side near Jewar toll plaza," a Gautam Buddh Nagar police spokesperson said.—PTI

Five people, including four from Maharashtra and one from Karnataka, were killed in a road crash on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida on Thursday morning, police said.

Road crash on Yamuna Expressway leaves five dead

Five people, including four from Maharashtra and one from Karnataka, were killed in a road crash on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida on Thursday morning, police said.



Colombo: A Sri Lankan court on Thursday imposed a travel ban on former prime minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, his son Namal Rajapaksa and 15 others in view of investigations against them for the deadly attack on anti-government protesters in Colombo this week.The Fort Magistrate's Court barred them from traveling overseas due to the investigations taking place on the attacks on the GotaGoGama and MynaGoGama peaceful protest sites on Monday, News 1st website reported.The order was also imposed on parliamentarians Johnston Fernando, Pavithra Wanniarachchi, Sanjeewa Edirimanne, Kanchana Jayaratne, Rohitha Abeygunawardena, C B Ratnayake, Sampath Athukorala, Renuka Perera, Sanath Nishantha, Senior DIG Deshabandu Thennakoon among others.The attorney general had requested for a travel ban on the 17 individuals, citing that they need to be present in Sri Lanka for the investigations on the attacks on GotaGoGama and MynaGogama as it appears that they conspired and planned those attacks.Violence erupted in Sri Lanka on Monday after supporters of Mahinda Rajapaksa attacked peaceful anti-government protesters demanding his ouster over the country's worst economic crisis that led to acute shortages of staple food, fuel and power.—PTI

A Sri Lankan court on Thursday imposed a travel ban on former prime minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, his son Namal Rajapaksa and 15 others in view of investigations against them for the deadly attack on anti-government protesters in Colombo this week.

Mahinda, Namal among 16 barred from travelling abroad

Gonda:&nbsp;Two people were killed after a truck hit their motorcycle on the Maskanwa-Mankapur road here, police said on Friday.Shivam Singh (28) and Vivek Singh (30), residents of Basti district, were on their way to Mankapur when the accident occurred on Thursday evening, police said.The wheat-laden track was seized but its driver fled the spot before police arrived.The bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination, they said.—PTI

 Two people were killed after a truck hit their motorcycle on the Maskanwa-Mankapur road here, police said on Friday.

Two die as truck hits bike in UP's Gonda

Latehar:&nbsp;Maoists set ablaze 10 vehicles that were being used for the construction of roads and bridges in Jharkhand's Latehar district, police said on Sunday.The Maoists torched eight vehicles, including excavators and tankers of a construction company, in Baskarcha in Mahuadanr police station area on Saturday night, they said.These vehicles were engaged in the construction of roads in the area, they added.Two more vehicles, including a mixer machine, were set ablaze in Potmadih a while later, police said.These vehicles were being used for the construction of a bridge, they said."Maoists took the responsibility for the incident, issuing a leaflet," Deputy superintendent of police (DSP) Rajesh Kujur said.The vehicles were burnt over extortion, he said."Police are conducting raids to nab the ultras," Kujur said.—PTI

 Maoists set ablaze 10 vehicles that were being used for the construction of roads and bridges in Jharkhand's Latehar district, police said on Sunday.

Maoists set ablaze 10 vehicles in Jharkhand's Latehar

Budaun:&nbsp;Two teenagers were killed after the motorcycle on which they were travelling was hit by a tractor-trolley here on Monday afternoon, police said.The incident took place near Allipur village under Kotwali Ujhani police station area, they said. Vivek Maurya (17) and Akash (19) were going to the Bhagirathi Kachla Ghat to bathe in the Ganga river when their motorcycle was hit by the tractor-trolley, the police said. Both of them died on the spot, while the driver of the tractor-trolley fled the spot leaving behind his vehicle. The bodies have been sent for a post-mortem examination, they said.—PTI

Two teenagers were killed after the motorcycle on which they were travelling was hit by a tractor-trolley here on Monday afternoon, police said.

2 teenagers killed in road accident in UP

Bhadohi: &nbsp;An SUV collided with a truck here in the early hours of Wednesday, leaving three members of a marriage party dead and 15 others injured, police said.The SUV was carrying a marriage party from Pakri village to Amvakhurd village when the accident took place, a police official said. Locals rushed the injured to the Maharaja Balwant Singh Government Hospital in the district from where seven have been referred to a trauma centre in Varanasi. The condition of some of those referred to Varanasi is critical, the official said.—PTI

An SUV collided with a truck here in the early hours of Wednesday, leaving three members of a marriage party dead and 15 others injured, police said.

Road accident in Bhadohi leaves three dead

New Delhi: Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez, being probed in a Rs 200 crore extortion case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, on Wednesday withdrew her application filed before a Delhi court for suspending a lookout circular (LOC) issued against her and permit her to travel abroad. The actor withdrew her application from the court of additional sessions judge Praveen Singh, citing that the dates of the event, 2022 IIFA Weekend &amp; Awards in Abu Dhabi, UAE, earlier scheduled from May 17 to 22, were postponed to June. With regards to the travel to Nepal and France, the Enforcement Directorate informed the court that for Nepal, her pass to attend the particular event has been cancelled, and with regards to travel to France, she has not submitted satisfactory documents. Fernandez is being investigated by the ED in Rs 200 crore extortion case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar.Fernandez is a Sri Lankan National and is living in India since 2009. The ED had stopped her from flying abroad, saying she may be required to join an ongoing money-laundering investigation. The actor has been questioned by the ED in multiple sessions in connection with the case being probed against Chandrashekar and his actor wife Leena Maria Paul. The agency had earlier filed a charge sheet before a court under the sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and named Chandrashekar, his wife, and six others in it. It had alleged that Chandrashekar had gifted the actor numerous costly gifts, including some Persian cats and a horse.Chandrashekar is accused of cheating various people, including some high-profile individuals such as former Fortis Healthcare promoter Shivinder Mohan Singh's wife Aditi Singh. Another Bollywood actor-dancer Nora Fatehi has also been grilled by the ED in this case.—PTI

Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez, being probed in a Rs 200 crore extortion case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, on Wednesday withdrew her application filed before a Delhi court for suspending a lookout circular (LOC) issued against her and permit her to travel abroad.

Jacqueline Fernandes withdraws court plea seeking permission to travel abroad

New Delhi: The Supreme Court Thursday imposed a one-year sentence on cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu in a 1988 road rage case. A bench of Justices A M Khanwilkar and S K Kaul allowed the review plea filed by the victim's family on the issue of the sentence awarded to Sidhu.Though the apex court had in May 2018 held Sidhu guilty of the offence of "voluntarily causing hurt" to a 65-year-old man in the case, it spared him a jail term and imposed a fine of Rs 1,000.—PTI

The Supreme Court Thursday imposed a one-year sentence on cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu in a 1988 road rage case.

Navjot Sidhu gets 1 year in jail in 34-year-old road rage case

Siddharthnagar:&nbsp;An SUV carrying a marriage party rammed into a stationary truck here, leaving seven people dead, police said on Sunday. The incident took place on Saturday night near Katya village in Jogia Udaypur area. The SUV was carrying 11 people. While four people died on the spot, others were rushed to a hospital, where three more died. Those killed were identified as Sachin Pal (16), Mukesh Pal (35), Lalaram Paswan (26), Shiv Sagar (18), Ravi Paswan (19), Pintu Gupta (25) and driver Gaurav Maurya (22), police said.Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has condoled the loss of lives and directed officials to ensure best treatment for the injured.—PTI

 An SUV carrying a marriage party rammed into a stationary truck here, leaving seven people dead, police said on Sunday. 

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