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Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
UP encounter: Wanted mafia Ashish Ranjan gunned down near Prayagraj, linked to multiple murders across Jharkhand; AK-47, 9mm pistol recovered
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh STF gunned down dreaded mafia criminal Ashish Ranjan alias Chhotu Singh, a resident of Dhanbad, Jharkhand, in an encounter near Shivrajpur Chauraha under Shankargarh police station limits in Prayagraj in the wee hours of Thursday. Ashish, wanted in at least four high-profile murder cases, including that of gangster Aman Singh, opened fire with an AK-47 rifle and a 9mm pistol at the STF team, prompting retaliatory action in which he was critically injured and later declared dead, said Additional DG, law and order, Amitabh Yash. ADG Yash said that acting on a tip-off that Ashish was en route to Prayagraj to possibly execute a major criminal plot with an associate, the STF laid a trap near Shivrajpur. 'When intercepted, Ashish fired at the police team with lethal intent. STF officers JP Rai, Prabhanjan, and Rohit narrowly escaped bullets. In self-defence, the STF retaliated, injuring Ashish, who was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed to injuries,' said ADG Yash. From the spot, police recovered a loaded AK-47, 9mm pistol, large cache of live cartridges and spent shells, and a motorcycle. A case under multiple sections, including attempt to murder and Arms Act, has been lodged, and further investigation is underway, the officer added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn More - How Donating Sperm May Boost Your Income SpellRock Undo STF said that Ashish had a long criminal history and was the prime accused in three high-profile murder cases in Dhanbad, including, the murder of police informer and coal trader Neeraj Tiwari in Katras on September 5, 2021. The murder of land dealer Sarful Hasan alias Lala Khan in Wasseypur on May 12, 2021. The murder of Ranjit Sahu in Jharia. Previously, Ashish had been jailed in the Samir Mandal land mafia murder case but was released on bail, after which he continued to commit heinous crimes. Jharkhand Police and CID had both been hunting him, and a permanent warrant had been issued against him. Connection to Gangster Aman Singh's Jail Murder Ashish came into the spotlight after he claimed responsibility for the murder of mafia don Aman Singh inside Dhanbad Jail, in a viral audio-video confession. The feud reportedly began after Ashish accused Aman of plotting his murder. Police suspect the conspiracy to eliminate Aman was hatched in Nepal, where Ashish is believed to have been hiding before resurfacing in UP. A key accused in Aman's murder, Ritesh Yadav alias Sundar Mahto, had told police that he met Ashish in Nepal days before the murder. House Attached, Police Crack Down Following his repeated absconding, police had already initiated property attachment proceedings at Ashish's residence in JC Mallick Road, Dhanbad, on orders of SDJM Poonam Kumari in September 2024. In two separate FIRs—one related to the murder of Neeraj Tiwari and the other involving land dealer Lala Khan—his house and belongings were seized by the local police. Ashish has over a dozen serious criminal cases registered against him.
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Intangles partners with StanRTA to modernize transit fleet with AI analytics
AI-powered fleet management solutions provider Intangles recently established a strategic partnership with Stanislaus Regional Transit Authority (StanRTA) to modernize fleet operations across its transit services. The collaboration aims to address long-standing challenges in reliability, maintenance planning and energy optimization through advanced analytics and real-time diagnostics. StanRTA was selected as an ideal partner for several strategic reasons, according to Aman Singh, co-founder and head of analytics at Intangles. In an email to FreightWaves, Singh said: 'First and foremost, it was their openness to embracing AI-driven insights. When I first met the team in Modesto, what stood out was their willingness to trust that AI could 'see' and interpret engine behavior much like an experienced mechanic would.' Prior to the partnership, StanRTA dealt with many operational blind spots, such as relying on paper reports and intermittent driver feedback. The agency had limited visibility into its fleet health, with issues often escalating before intervention was possible. When implementing predictive analytics in fleet operations, Singh noted, one of the biggest misconceptions agencies have is the belief that AI and machine learning cannot match the experience of seasoned technicians. Singh said the AI isn't meant to replace human intuition, but many agencies overlook that when AI is trained to focus on specific vehicle systems like the engine or powertrain, it can be very accurate at a scale. 'The real advantage of predictive analytics lies in its ability to process real-time data across the entire fleet—something that even the most skilled mechanic simply can't do at scale. No one can manually monitor runtime data from, say, 150 vehicles operating simultaneously across a city like Modesto. But AI can,' Singh said. Following the implementation, StanRTA has experienced a 15% to 20% reduction in unscheduled service events while identifying numerous component issues before they caused major disruptions. 'Intangles revealed inefficiencies we did not realize were happening—significant fuel loss from prolonged idling, injector problems on key commuter routes, and failures in systems like turbo boost and throttle response,' said Adam Barth, CEO of StanRTA, in a press release. 'With real-time diagnostics, we can now identify and respond to vehicle performance issues before they become costly failures.' Additional results from the partnership include a 6% to 8% improvement in fuel economy in targeted corridors and active mitigation of high-idle areas using geo-visualization tools. The platform analyzes multi-controller data across engine, transmission, aftertreatment and electrical systems to detect patterns and deliver alerts ahead of failures. 'At Intangles, we build for fleets where uptime and precision matter most,' said Anup Patil, co-founder and CEO of Intangles. 'StanRTA is using diagnostics as a strategic tool—to reduce operational risk, improve energy efficiency and extend asset life. This is what the future of fleet management looks like.' As StanRTA prepares to expand with hydrogen-powered vehicles, Intangles plans to extend its analytics capabilities to alternative powertrains, creating opportunities for new AI models including transmission behavior, DEF tracking and ambient-aware diagnostics. The added features will support regulatory compliance and long-term cost efficiency. At the end of the day, the technology is not meant to replace the human element but rather to augment it. 'Ultimately, our predictive diagnostics don't replace technicians—they empower them. By catching issues early, we help fleets avoid costly breakdowns and extend asset life. Agencies that adopt this approach often see significant savings over time—not just in maintenance costs, but in asset availability and operational efficiency,' Singh said. The post Intangles partners with StanRTA to modernize transit fleet with AI analytics appeared first on FreightWaves.
News.com.au
12-07-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
The ‘new normal' leaving Aussie first homebuyers behind
In a modest suburb an hour southeast of Western Australia's capital city, Perth, a tiny three-bedroom home on a 187 square metre block is expected to sell for nearly $700,000. Just three years ago, the home in Piara Waters would have sold for around $450,000. This equal parts dramatic and depressing increase exemplifies what real estate agent Aman Singh describes as the 'new normal' in Perth's housing market. 'You have seen the demand. This property is the only one available within this price range. So people are jumping on it,' Mr Singh told Brooko Moves. 'What's applying in Piara Waters at the moment is demand and supply.' It's a staggering statement when you consider the national average block size for a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is more than double at 450 square metres. Mr Singh's stark advice is further proof of a market that isn't just out of control, but out of reach for most first homebuyers. 'Put your best offer forward, there may not be a second opportunity,' he insisted. He added that many properties were receiving multiple offers and often exceeded the asking price by $30,000 to $40,000. Of course this surge in property prices is not isolated to Piara Waters, a fairly new concrete city estate development where houses are mere centimetres apart and green spaces are scant. Across Perth, the median house price rose to $855,395 as of June 2025, which was a 7.8 per cent increase from June 2024. Even more terrifyingly, analysts predicted growth of up to 10 per cent more by the end of the year. It's a challenging time to be a first homebuyer, to say the least. Mr Singh said about 70 to 75 per cent of interested buyers were first-timers, and many were beginning to display their frustration. 'First homebuyers are more emotional buyers and quite often disgruntled, missing out on properties one after another,' he said. 'By the time they reach the sixth property and make an offer, they expect it to be accepted.' Still, Mr Singh urged first homebuyers to get into the market ASAP. 'That's the only way to get out of the rent trap because you are ultimately paying for somebody else's mortgage.' He remained insistent that right now was the best time to buy, encouraging buyers to ignore the possibility of a slump in about two years. 'For everyone, especially first-time buyers, get into the market as soon as you can,' he said. 'I don't believe the market's going to come down anytime soon, at least not for the next two years.' The situation in Perth reflects a broader national trend. In the March quarter of 2025, the average price of a residential dwelling in Australia surpassed $1 million for the first time in another punch to the gut for first homebuyers across the country. Prospective buyers have no choice but to attempt to craftily navigate a property landscape marked by rapid price increases, intense competition and limited opportunities. The Great Australian Dream for a growing number of young Aussies is starting to look more like a very expensive joke.
Mint
28-06-2025
- Business
- Mint
On US ‘vague' social media visa rule, Indian students anxious: ‘Even memes feel risky now'
A 24-year-old from Delhi, recently admitted to Harvard University, now starts his day by checking his Instagram account. 'Every few hours, I think of how an old post may be problematic, and then delete it,' he says. 'Even memes feel risky now.' He is among several Indian students who shared their growing concerns with The Indian Express over a new US rule that asks all F, M, and J visa applicants to make their social media profiles public. The advisory, issued in the name of 'national security and public safety,' asks applicants to adjust their privacy settings so that US consular officers can review their accounts. In previous years, only publicly visible content was checked. The US now treats every visa application as a 'national security decision.' Applicants must provide usernames or handles for all social media platforms used in the last five years. The US Embassy in India warned on Thursday that failure to share this information 'could lead to visa denial and ineligibility for future visas.' 'I gave my interview earlier in June, and I'm still waiting for my visa,' a Delhi-based student was quoted as saying by Indian Express. 'The guideline is very vague. It says 'anything that violates American values.' We don't even know what that is supposed to mean.' The lack of clarity has left many students stressed, as they are unsure what kind of posts may raise red flags. A 23-year-old from Mumbai, also admitted to Harvard, said he made all his accounts public on 22 May — the day he submitted his DS-160 visa application form. 'Since then, I've archived everything even remotely political. I've stopped liking posts too, just in case even that is visible,' he says. Career counselling firms say they've had to adjust quickly to guide students in managing their digital presence. 'The recent US government directive is a significant development — but one that serious academically-oriented applicants can certainly navigate successfully,' Aman Singh, co-founder of GradRight, Gurgaon told Indian Express. 'Our core guidance now focuses on helping students understand and actively manage their digital footprint. It's about being mindful and authentic.' According to Singh, while the number of Indian students going to the US has dropped by 20–25% in the past 6–8 months, loan approvals for students admitted to top universities through GradRight have increased by 60%. 'The appeal of US universities remains strong. For strong, high-intent students, the process is still working,' he adds. Still, students say the uncertainty is stressful. Many are second-guessing posts that once seemed completely harmless.
Indian Express
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘Think of how an old post may be problematic, then delete it': New US Visa rule fuels student anxiety over social media
A 24-year-old from Delhi, who recently secured admission to Harvard University in the United States, describes how his days now begin with combing through his Instagram account. 'Every few hours, I think of how an old post may be problematic, and then delete it,' he says. 'Even memes feel risky now.' He is one of the several Indian students who spoke to The Indian Express about the rising anxiety over a recent US directive requiring all F, M, and J visa applicants to make their social media accounts public. The advisory, citing 'national security and public safety,' instructs visa applicants to change their privacy settings to allow for vetting by consular officers — a marked shift from previous years, when only publicly visible content could be viewed and considered. The F, M, and J visas are non-immigrant visas for foreign nationals seeking to study or participate in exchange programmes. Outlining each visa adjudication as a 'national security decision,' the United States has mandated that applicants reveal their social media usernames or handles for every platform used in the past five years. On Thursday, the US Embassy in India issued a statement, warning that failure to disclose social media information 'could lead to visa denial and ineligibility for future visas.' 'I gave my interview earlier in June, and I'm still waiting for my visa,' says the Delhi-based student. 'The guideline is very vague. It says 'anything that violates American values.' We don't even know what that is supposed to mean.' For most students, the process of making years of personal content accessible to immigration authorities has been stressful, especially because there is little clarity on what might raise red flags. A 23-year-old from Mumbai, who also got into Harvard, says he made all his accounts public on May 22 — the day he submitted his online non-immigrant visa application (DS-160 form). 'Since then, I've archived everything even remotely political. I've stopped liking posts too, just in case even that is visible,' he shares. Career counselling firms said they had to swiftly adapt in light of the change. 'The recent US government directive is a significant development — but one that serious academically-oriented applicants can certainly navigate successfully,' underlines Aman Singh, co-founder, GradRight, Gurgaon. 'Our core guidance now focuses on helping students understand and actively manage their digital footprint. It's about being mindful and authentic.' While there has been a 20-25% drop in the number of students going to the US over the past 6-8 months, according to Singh, loan approvals through GradRight for students accepted to top-tier colleges have gone up by 60%. 'The appeal of US universities remains strong. For strong, high-intent students, the process is still working,' he adds. Akshay Chaturvedi, founder and CEO of Leverage Edu, based in Noida, says the shift merely formalises what many universities were already doing. 'This update adds a new layer to visa assessments but also reinforces the value of a student's digital presence,' he says. 'No need to delete or disguise — just ensure coherence and avoid ambiguity.' 'With the right awareness, students can use this as an opportunity to project clarity and intent, traits that matter across every global education system,' Chaturvedi adds. About 15-20% of the monthly student applications at Leverage Edu represent students aiming to pursue higher education in the United States. The ambiguity is what's bothering the applicants. With little clarity on what is considered 'acceptable,' many said they are second-guessing posts that seemed harmless. On Tuesday, Harvard acted swiftly after the US government unveiled sweeping restrictions. Harvard Kennedy School's Dean, Jeremy Weinstein, emphasised in an email to students, 'We hope to see you on campus in the fall, but if that is not possible, we will bring HKS to you.' At Harvard Kennedy School, leaders emphasised their unwavering commitment: 'We are committed to supporting all of our students, even if some are unable to make it to campus due to visa or entry restrictions.' Consequently, they have launched two tailored pathways: 'HKS Global (for new and returning students)… a blended academic experience that features world‑class online coursework and in‑person convenings around the world', and 'HKS at Munk School (for returning students only)… through an arrangement with the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at the University of Toronto', ensuring that 'students will engage in online coursework led by HKS faculty' and 'participants will complete their HKS degree by taking a mix of online and in‑person courses taught by both HKS and University of Toronto faculty'.
