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Barnama
29-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Govt's RM100 Cash Aid To Spur Spending, Benefit Small Traders
BUSINESS KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The government's RM100 one-off cash assistance is expected to generate a significant ripple effect for local economies, particularly benefiting small traders, wet market operators and neighbourhood retailers across the country. Business and sustainability consultant Amarjeet Singh Sran emphasised that while the amount may seem modest, it serves as a relief measure for households in the Bottom 40 (B40) and Medium 40 (M40) income groups. 'More importantly, it provides a much-needed boost of liquidity to grassroots-level commerce. We are looking at an estimated RM2 billion flowing into the market almost instantly. 'That money will not sit in savings accounts… it will be spent, and that is where the retail ecosystem, especially small and micro businesses, stand to gain the most,' he told Bernama in an interview here today. Amarjeet said small traders, food stall operators, wet market vendors and sundry shops are likely to see immediate benefits, as recipients use the cash for essential goods and daily necessities. 'From the cendol stall in Johor to the fishmonger in Sarawak, this aid empowers consumers to spend, and that spending supports livelihoods downstream,' he said. The RM100 assistance is part of a wider government effort to reduce the financial burden on households and support the local economy, especially those grappling with rising living costs and inflationary pressures. Combined with measures, such as stabilised petrol prices, a freeze on electricity tariff hikes, and delays in toll increases, Amarjeet said households are likely to see more disposable income, which in turn encourages retail spending. 'For example, a B40 household with five children could collectively receive up to RM500, assuming three of them are above 18 years old. That amount, when spent, brings real value not just to the family, but to every small business in their vicinity,' he explained.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Time of India
Missing for 4 days, ex-principal found dead in Morni forest
1 2 Panchkula: The body of a retired principal, Amarjeet Singh , who went missing from Mohali four days back, was discovered in the forests of Morni on Monday. The body, which was in a state of decay, was found following the interrogation of two suspects arrested in connection with the case. According to information, upon receiving the information, the Mohali police, along with Panchkula authorities, arrived at the scene and retrieved the body. The police have already begun investigating the circumstances surrounding Amarjeet's death, which is suspected to be a case of kidnapping and murder. According to reports, Amarjeet Singh, 63, went missing on July 3. His son, Rahul Singh, lodged a complaint with the police, expressing concerns that his father was kidnapped. Rahul reported that his father was last seen leaving their home in Mohali with an unknown individual, after parking his car outside their residence on the morning of July 3. After that, Singh failed to return home. A crucial lead in the case came when Amarjeet's domestic help, Duni Ram, received a call from his employer. The caller demanded that Duni arrange a sum of Rs 35-40 lakh and bring the money to Sector 88, Mohali, as it was allegedly required for some "transaction." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Duni informed Amarjeet's wife, who initially panicked but later managed to contact her husband. Singh, in turn, reiterated the demand for the money, asking Duni to act quickly. Authorities are now investigating the potential financial motive behind the crime. The police are exploring whether the kidnapping was carried out to extort a large sum of money and whether Singh's murder was a result of a failed ransom. His son told police that his father never previously discussed any financial dealings with the family. His son suspects that the kidnappers may have intended to use the ransom money as leverage for his father's release. Following the initial complaint, the IT City police station in Mohali filed a case under Section 127(6) of the BNS Act against three unidentified individuals.
Indian Express
01-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Pune Inc: How a couple moved to the Himalayas and became one of India's homestay pioneers
More than two centuries ago, the poet William Blake wrote, 'Great things are done when men and mountains meet; this is not done by jostling in the street.' In the misty, green landscape of Landour, Uttarakhand, a hotel entrepreneur from a bustling peth area of Pune realises each day that he has taken the right kind of risk to set up a business – and his life – under the gaze of the changeless Himalayas rather than a familiar, fast-moving city. In the process, he has shown that it is possible to marry enterprise with serendipity. Amarjeet Kudle and his wife, fellow hotelier Sunita Kudle, had not wanted to raise their infant daughter in a metropolitan city. They wanted to give her an upbringing rooted in a small and quiet place. The couple was on holiday in Landour, Mussoorie, in November 2009, when they came across 'this very beautiful and quaint 106-year-old house' that was available on the block. The house had been built by a 27-year-old medical missionary during the colonial era. 'We didn't have the bandwidth to buy so we shared our vision for the property with the religious organisation that owns it, and they agreed to lease it to us for 33 years,' says Amarjeet. 'We decided to quit our jobs and move into the mountains, to the Himalayas,' he adds. With this property, La Villa Bethany, the Kudles became pioneers; one of the first businesses to register under the Incredible India Homestay Scheme, which the Government of India launched in October 2010. The Kudles wanted to offer a slice of the tranquility that they had found in the hills to visitors from across the world without disrupting the historic charm of Landour. From its start in May 2011, La Villa Bethany carved out its revenue model as carefully as it refurbished its interiors and fashioned its aesthetics. 'We try to attract like-minded people who will respect the environment. They will value the sanctity and privacy of the other guests who are staying, appreciate the surroundings and Landour's history as a convalescent depot for British officers who were suffering from tropical diseases, and be curious about why the town is called the Peanut Butter Capital of India,' says Amarjeet. It was a tall order to sustain a fledgling business without opening up to commercial tourists from Delhi and Amritsar, among others. But, the Kudles reached the right people. The niche traveller – including a lot of single women – gravitated towards the Enid Blyton-esque appeal of the property and the bow to JRR Tolkien in The Hobbit Home and Uncle Tom's Cabin in the log cabin. House guests eat at least one meal together at the dining table, where strangers become friends. La Villa Bethany's insistence on solar energy for cooking and heating water and its 80,000 litre capacity of rain water harvesting (that is being increased) strikes a chord with guests. The homestay is not only booked but also winning awards globally. Today, the Kudles has eight homestays in a 25 km radius, such as Purkul, Dhanaulti, and Buranskhanda. When the business started, procurement used to be a challenge but e-commerce has solved that. What remains a task is to get labour in a region where communities are small and people value respect and dignity. 'If an entrepreneur develops a reputation for being difficult or hostile, local people would not want to work for you. The mountain teaches you oodles of patience. The thumb rule is that the mountains don't change for you; you have to change for the mountains. You have to give in to their pace; you have to slow down,' says Amarjeet. Though he visits Pune regularly, he looks forward to returning. 'I am a ghati who got promoted to being a pahadi,' he says. Dipanita Nath is interested in the climate crisis and sustainability. She has written extensively on social trends, heritage, theatre and startups. She has worked with major news organizations such as Hindustan Times, The Times of India and Mint. ... Read More
News18
21-06-2025
- News18
Caught on Camera: Chhattisgarh Man Stabs His Father 15 Times In 30 Seconds
Last Updated: The elderly man is seen stepping out as he notices a bike approaching. Moments later, he recognises the rider, his own son. What seemed like an ordinary day for a shopkeeper in Chhattisgarh's Balodabazar quickly turned into a nightmare when his own son entered the shop and stabbed him. A disturbing video of the incident, which took place on June 17, has surfaced online. The shopkeeper, who is specially abled, was quietly setting up his desk and preparing for customers when the unthinkable happened. His elder son, Amarjeet, suddenly rode into the shop on a bike and launched a brutal attack. CCTV footage from the shop captured the chilling sequence of events. Narendra Singh Chawla is seen stepping out as he notices a bike approaching. Moments later, he recognises the rider, his own son. Amarjeet, reportedly under the influence of alcohol and visibly enraged, gets off the two-wheeler, leans towards his father, and suddenly launches a violent attack. कलयुगी बेटे का हैवानियत भरा रूप!छत्तीसगढ़ के रायपुर में नशे में धुत बेटे ने अपने ही पिता पर चाकू से ताबड़तोड़ वार कर दिया। पूरा घटनाक्रम CCTV में कैद – देखकर रूह कांप जाए! #Raipur #Chhattisgarh #Crime #viralvideo #CCTVFootage #Iran #JHOPE #Israel — First Headline (@FirstHeadl24x7) June 20, 2025 Earlier, another distressing video surfaced on the Internet, capturing the daughters of a man from Morena, Madhya Pradesh, physically assaulting him. As the girls thrashed their father with a stick, the man's wife was seen restraining him, holding his legs. As the man screamed in pain, asking for help, his son entered the scene and asked his sisters to stop. Unaffected by the father's pain, the daughters threatened their brother to beat him up too. The video surfaced on the Internet days after the man was found dead, hanging in his residence. As per the Police, he was identified as Harendra Maurya. Upon being shared on the Internet, the video sparked widespread outrage, with many asking for justice for the man in the clip.
Mint
18-05-2025
- Mint
Caught on camera: Uttar Pradesh man brutally slaps woman 11 times on college grounds, arrested
A video of a girl student being molested by a boy at a college in Uttar Pradesh has gone viral on social media. In the video, it can be seen that a boy is beating a girl student on a Muzaffarnagar college campus . The incident occurred at SD Degree College on Bhopa Road in Muzaffarnagar. It began with an argument between two female students enrolled at the same college. The situation escalated when one of the students contacted her boyfriend, Amarjeet, who studies at a different college. Amarjeet then took the other student behind the college auditorium and proceeded to assault her. He slapped her in the face eleven times. The entire incident was captured on camera. It is reported that all three individuals have known each other for a long time. The Uttar Pradesh police had first registered a Non-Cognizable Report (NCR) after the complaint by the college and the victim. After the video of the incident went viral on social media, Uttar Pradesh police filed molestation charges against Amarjeet. The accused Amarjeet has been arrested by the Uttar Pradesh police for molesting the girl and the matter is being further investigated. A 60-year-old woman was hacked to death with a spade by her neighbour in Kadipur village of Uttar Pradesh's Muzaffarnagar district, police said on Saturday. The accused, Sushil Kumar, has been arrested and a case has been registered against him. The woman and the accused had a confrontation over an unspecified issue. During this, Kumar attacked her with a spade, resulting in her death on the spot, the police said. "The body has been sent for postmortem examination, and further investigation is ongoing," Circle Officer Ravishankar said. The police are further probing the matter.
