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Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Ludhiana: Freedom fighters' families walk out from I-day event over ‘humiliation'
What was meant to be an occasion of honour turned into a moment of humiliation as families of freedom fighters and martyrs walked out of the district level Independence Day function at Punjab Agricultural University on Thursday before the event commenced. In an unprecedented show of anger, they discarded the mementos and gifts given by the government, leaving them at the venue to mark their protest. Cabinet minister Aman Arora trying to pacify the kin of freedom fighters who staged a protest at the PAU in Ludhiana on Friday. (Manish/HT) Chanting slogans against the government and the district administration, the aggrieved families accused the authorities of dishonouring their sacrifices by failing to provide even the most basic arrangements. 'There were not enough chairs, the tent could not shield people from the scorching sun, and those sitting since morning were not even given water,' said Chetandeep Singh, district president of the Freedom Fighters' Dependents Association. Sensing the situation, deputy commissioner (DC) Himanshu Jain and commissioner of police Swapan Sharma reached out the protestors with folded hands, but the kin of freedom fighters and martyrs did not buy their assurance and continued their protests. The protest came just a day after DC Jain had met the families of freedom fighters and assured them that all their issues would be resolved and proper arrangements would be made for the Independence Day programme. On the ground, however, families alleged that even mementos and gifts fell short despite the administration having the complete list of invitees. Cabinet minister Aman Arora, who was the chief guest at the event, faced the ire of the families. Despite repeatedly folding his hands and apologising, the angry kin walked out, tossing aside the honours. 'The government promised respect but delivered humiliation,' said Mandeep Singh, press secretary of the association, adding that not a single demand of the families had been fulfilled in the last three and a half years. Mandeep Singh also alleged the family members of freedom fighters were stopped at the entrance by the police personnel on duty and kept them waiting for at least 15 minutes before letting them enter. He also added that they felt disrespected at the function to mark the independence for which their family members had even sacrificed their lives. Acknowledging the fiasco, minister Aman Arora admitted administrative lapses and assured action against those responsible. 'We failed to ensure smooth arrangements. I apologise with folded hands, and strict action will be taken,' he said. 'Tarang' helpline launched to combat drug-addiction On the occasion of 79th Independence-Day, cabinet minister Aman Arora on Friday inaugurated 'Tarang Helpline' (9779175050) a dedicated initiative of the Ludhiana administration to provide psychological support, counselling, and livelihood assistance for drug-affected individuals. Arora on Friday hoisted the national flag at the PAU grounds. Arora stated that the helpline will serve as a lifeline for individuals and families affected by drug addiction, providing immediate access to counselling, treatment guidance, and livelihood opportunities. The Tarang Helpline will act as a single point of contact for individuals seeking help, their families, and informants reporting drug-related concerns. It will guide callers to the nearest outpatient opioid assisted treatment (OOAT) clinic, de-addiction centre, or rehabilitation centre based on their needs. Follow-up calls after seven days will ensure continuous monitoring of treatment progress, with daily reports submitted to a nodal officer from the health department for seamless coordination. The initiative also includes one-on-one and group counselling sessions, with dedicated group counselling every Saturday in Red Cross Bhawan, overseen by health department officials and supported by security and PCR teams to ensure a safe environment. Further to support long-term rehabilitation, the helpline will coordinate with the District Bureau of Employment and Enterprises (DBEE) and Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) to provide skill training, job opportunities, and access to self-employment schemes tailored to individuals' interests and skills. He added that dedicated officers from the health and police departments will ensure streamlined action on medical and drug-related complaints, with Dream Ahead submitting daily reports to nodal officers and weekly feedback to his office. Strict confidentiality of callers' identities will be maintained to encourage open communication. The Minister also lauded the initiative by the administration and expressed hope that it will support those in overcoming addiction and rebuilding their lives with dignity. During the event, Arora outlined the transformative achievements of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government over the past three years, emphasising its commitment to building a vibrant and prosperous Punjab. After hoisting the tricolour, Arora inspected the parade and paid tribute to freedom fighters - including Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev, Kartar Singh Sarabha, Madan Lal Dhingra, Lala Lajpat Rai, Udham Singh, Karnail Singh Issru, for their sacrifices in India's independence struggle. The Minister noted that Punjab is the first state in India to deploy anti-drone technology along the international border to curb drug and arms smuggling, a significant step in the Yudh Nashian Virudh (War Against Drugs) campaign. He urged Punjabis to unite in the fight against the drug menace. Other notable initiatives include the Sadak Surakhya Force, which has saved thousands of lives in road accidents, and the Sarkar Aapke Dwar programme.
Time of India
08-08-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ludh gears up for dist-level Independence Day celebrations
Ludhiana: Preparations are on in full swing for Ludhiana's district-level Independence Day function, scheduled to be held at PAU grounds on . Cabinet minister Aman Arora will preside over the 79th , with deputy commissioner Himanshu Jain overseeing the arrangements. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In a detailed review meeting held on Friday, DC Jain discussed key aspects including flag hoisting, security protocols, traffic and parking management, cultural programmes, sanitation, medical services, and uninterrupted power supply. Senior officers from various departments have been assigned responsibilities to coordinate efforts. The Municipal Corporation has been directed to maintain cleanliness around the venue, ensure regular water sprinkling on access roads to control dust, and provide mobile toilets and temporary urinals for public convenience. The police commissionerate will implement robust security measures to maintain law and order. Rehearsals for cultural performances began on Friday and will continue on August 11 and 12, with a full dress rehearsal scheduled for August 13. . MSID:: 123190766 413 |
Economic Times
07-08-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
With AI at the core, Heizen has a new model for software development at scale
Aman Arora, Co-Founder & CEO at Heizen. Historically, software releases were achieved through immense scale, increased engineering, prolonged cycles, and ever-growing expenses. Heizen, a young startup working between Bengaluru and San Francisco, is providing a distinct alternative to this model. Heizen achieves faster and leaner high-quality software with measurable outcomes by integrating AI agents into small, agile engineering teams. The company recently raised $500,000 in pre-seed funding from Titan Capital and Aman Arora, CEO and Co-founder of Heizen, says the capital is not for experimentation, but to build foundational infrastructure for scale. 'We have spent the last year proving that a new model of software delivery is not only possible, it is inevitable. AI agents working alongside elite engineers unlock a 10x improvement in how software gets built,' Arora said. Arora, who previously held leadership roles at JP Morgan and IHS Markit, co-founded Heizen with Abhilasha Singh, an ex-Microsoft engineering lead with a master's in Machine Learning from TU Munich, and Nijansh Verma, a GTM leader based in San Francisco. Together, they are building what they describe as the next generation of software delivery infrastructure, blending machine precision with human judgment. Smaller teams, smarter systems Heizen focuses on pods: compact, cross-functional groups comprising engineers, designers, and AI agents. Each of these agents has a specific purpose: Helix writes code, the PM Agent plans sprints, and others handle deployment and QA. The goal is to eliminate waste, enabling humans to focus on high-impact work like planning, debugging, and strategy. 'A typical codebase migration that takes three to six months in a traditional setup can now be completed in just three weeks,' Arora explained. 'AI agents handle the execution work in parallel, while senior engineers oversee direction and quality.' Today, 30 to 40 percent of Heizen's delivery cycle is already powered by agents, and that number is increasing each month. Investor backing Titan Capital was the startup's first choice for investment, due to funds and shared conviction. 'They saw what others didn't—that the future of software delivery isn't about adding more people, but building smarter systems,' Arora said. 'Kunal and Rohit understood from the start that engineers remain critical even in an AI-first world. They have backed that belief with support, clarity, and experience.' Titan is not involved in daily operations but actively helps Heizen grow through strategy and Pasricha, Vice President at Titan Capital says the Heizen team had a level of clarity and purpose that is rare at the pre-seed stage. 'Their understanding of how artificial intelligence can be embedded meaningfully into the software development process is both practical and forward-looking. What stood out to us was their focus on delivering real value through a combination of strong engineering practices and thoughtful product design. Aman and his co-founders have built a model that prioritises outcomes, client alignment, and execution speed, without compromising on quality. We see long-term potential in the way they are approaching this space, and we are pleased to support their journey from the very beginning," Pasricha says. From pricing to delivery Heizen has also moved away from traditional pricing models. Rather than hourly billing or tracking engineers, the company bills based on results. Clients pay for value, not has gained popularity with early-stage startups and mid-market teams, especially in SaaS, AI tools, and customer success platforms. These companies often need quick turnarounds, product-level thinking, and strong execution from day one. Heizen says weekly sprints let them release new features and workflows while avoiding inflexible delivery schedules. Recently, the company helped a B2B SaaS startup with customer insights integration across Salesforce, Gong, and product data, and modernised a 30-year-old legacy system for a biomedical enterprise. 'These teams are building fast and can't wait six months for delivery. They are looking for speed, precision, and deep integration of AI tools into their stack,' said Arora. Heizen says it is already clocking over 100 sprints a month, and the team is gearing up to scale that to 1,000 as the platform matures. They anticipate reaching $10 million ARR in the next 12-18 months, given their current company continues to focus on the U.S. market, despite rising interest from European and Southeast Asian founders and innovation teams. 'If we're stepping into a new market, we want to be sure we can show up with the same level of speed and execution our clients already count on,' said Arora. Future forward India's IT sector has been recently in the news because of large-scale layoffs, which has substantially increased the number of people on the hunt for a job. Heizen, however, says it isn't heavily recruiting from big IT layoffs, but is keeping an eye out for talents wanting new challenges. Heizen says it wants engineers who are curious, product-focused, full-stack generalists ready to work alongside AI. 'There's a growing wave of engineers in India who want to solve harder problems, who are tired of assembly-line delivery. Those are the people we are building this team with,' said global tech services enter a period of recalibration, Heizen says it is working on a different tempo—fast, focused, and AI-native by design. There is no attempt to upend the legacy giants or declare disruption. The idea is simple but potent: develop a quicker, more intelligent software delivery method, iteration by iteration.
Time of India
27-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Minister inaugurates badminton court in Sunam
1 2 Sangrur: Punjab cabinet minister Aman Arora on Sunday emphasised that sports are the most effective way to steer youth away from drug addiction. By providing better sports facilities, he said, young people can be encouraged to focus on their health and build a brighter future. While inaugurating a new badminton court at Maya Garden in Sunam, Arora highlighted the critical role of sports in youth development and in preventing substance abuse. He noted that the Punjab government has launched a campaign, 'War Against Drugs, to combat addiction, which is receiving widespread public support. The minister expressed satisfaction over the positive response to the initiative and reiterated the government's commitment to expanding sports infrastructure across the state. "Our aim is to provide sports facilities in every village," he said, adding that the government is working continuously towards this goal. Arora also expressed confidence that Punjab's youth will shine at the international level in sports in the coming years.
Time of India
27-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Aman Arora Launches Badminton Court in Sunam to Combat Drug Abuse Among Youth
SANGRUR: Punjab Cabinet Minister Aman Arora on Thursday said that sports are the most effective way to protect youth from drug addiction. He stressed that better sports facilities can help steer youngsters away from drugs and guide them towards a healthy and promising future. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The minister was speaking after inaugurating a new badminton court at Maya Garden in Sunam. He highlighted the role of sports in youth development and preventing drug abuse, stating that the state government has launched a dedicated campaign titled 'War Against Drugs', which is receiving strong public support. Arora noted that the government aims to provide sports facilities in every village and is actively working to achieve this target. He added that with continued efforts, Punjab's youth would soon shine at the international level in various sports.
