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News18
30-05-2025
- Sport
- News18
Age No Bar: Himachal Senior Citizens Clinch 4 Silver Medals At World Masters Athletics Games
Last Updated: At the World Masters Athletics Games, Om Prakash Sharma (70+) and Ajeet Singh (65+) won two silver medals each, bringing pride to India with their stellar performance While most people over the age of 60 choose retirement to relax at home, two senior citizens from Una in Himachal Pradesh decided to make their mark in athletics on the world stage. Competing in the 65+ and 70+ age groups, both won silver medals for India. Their remarkable performance at the World Masters Athletics Games, recently held in New Taipei City, Taiwan, has made the nation proud. Om Prakash Sharma, competing in the 70+ category, and Ajeet Singh, in the 65+ category, represented India and each won two silver medals in different events, showcasing their exceptional talent and determination internationally. While their achievements inspire the younger generation, both athletes expressed disappointment over the lack of support from the government and local administration. Om Prakash Sharma shared that although winning a medal for the country was an emotional moment, he had to bear the entire cost of travel and participation himself. He also urged the youth to stay away from drugs and embrace sports, which not only promote good health but also offer recognition at any stage of life. Ajeet Singh, who took up athletics after retirement, also brought home two silver medals. He said that reaching the international level in just eight years is a matter of great pride. However, he too was disheartened by the absence of any recognition or encouragement from the authorities, despite such significant achievements. Both athletes highlighted the importance of sports in maintaining physical and mental well-being. They called for better support systems and appreciation for senior athletes, and encouraged people of all ages to embrace sports as a lifelong pursuit. First Published: May 30, 2025, 09:15 IST
Hindustan Times
09-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Green belt to come up on both sides of Ganga, Yamuna
The 2031 Master Plan prepared by Prayagraj Development Authority proposes establishing a green belt on both sides of the Ganga and Yamuna river. This plan also includes construction of a ropeway at Sangam. The plan involves creating a green belt along the banks of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers, as well as along the Ring Road and Bypass Roads. As per the plan, extensive plantations of shade-bearing as-well-as medicinal plants will be carried out along the banks of Ganga and Yamuna which would add to the tourism potential of the city. Besides, no construction would be allowed in the green belt area, except for ponds, temples and temporary shelters, for which prior permission from the competent authority will be required. According to the secretary, Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA), Ajeet Singh, the green belt would be developed on both sides of the twin rivers in both rural as well as urban areas of the district. In accordance with Master Plan 2031, he further said that guidelines have been issued for restraining any construction activity in the green belt area on the banks of the twin rivers. As per the guidelines, permission for construction of ponds, shelters and temples etc in an area measuring up to 200 meters from the bank of Ganga and Yamuna river can be permitted only if the area of the plot was not less than one acre. Besides, the applicant must submit a plan along with the building plan which ensures that it would not pollute the river. No objection certificate (NOC) of different departments were to be mandatorily obtained by the applicant. Further, the drainage of the construction will not be released directly into the river but arrangements will have to be made to drain it through other drains or sewage. In case of absence of a sewage system in the area, a septic tank will have to be made by the applicant from his own sources so that the water does not go into the river, the guidelines mentioned in Master Plan 2031 said. The entire construction proposal will have to be approved by Jal Nigam, Jal Sansthan or Prayagraj Development Authority besides approval of the government was also mandatory.
Indian Express
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Old train coach transformed into fully-equipped bachelor pad; video goes viral
You've probably seen homes made of stone, scrap, or even built with 3D printers—but now, a train coach turned into a fully livable home is stealing the spotlight. Yes, an old Indian Railway coach has been creatively repurposed into a full-fledged house, and the transformation video has gone viral online. The clip, shared on Instagram by Ajeet Singh (@ opens with him standing outside what looks like an abandoned train coach. He walks in, chuckling, and right at the entrance, there are several large 10-litre water bottles stacked neatly. Inside, the usual sleeper berths have been replaced by proper beds, complete with mattresses, pillows, bedsheets, and blankets. You can hear Singh in the background saying, 'Sofa wofa sab rakh rakha hai (There's sofa as well),' clearly impressed by the cozy setup. Ajeet also said, 'Poora ghar hai (This is entirely home).' As he continues filming, more details of the unique home emerge—there are wall hangers, ceiling fans, coolers, ACs, curtains, rugs, proper lighting, and even cupboards. It's not just a temporary arrangement; it genuinely feels like someone's full-time residence. Watch the viral video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ajeet Singh (@ In another clip, Ajeet is seen hanging out with the men who live there. The coach also has a television, several chairs, and quite a few water coolers–making it feel more like a hostel or shared apartment than an old train. The video has racked up over a million views, and the comments are just as entertaining. One user said, 'Yaar yaha kam karne ke liye kya krna hoga (what would one need to do to work here).' Another user wrote, 'Kitne Tejaswi log hai kon hai yeh log kaha se ate hai aise log (How brilliant these people are – who are they, and where do such people even come from?)' Others praised the idea, calling it a smart reuse of an old compartment. One comment said, 'Train become boys hostel.'
