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The Star
03-07-2025
- Sport
- The Star
MNCF boss Amarjit says Effandy's coaching license suspended until trial is over
MNCF president Datuk Amarjit Singh PETALING JAYA: Former national road cyclist Nor Effandy Rosli has had his coaching license suspended after he was charged with committing physical sexual assault on an underage female cyclist last year. The Malaysian National Cycling Federation's (MNCF) disciplinary committee had decided to suspend the 58-year-old Effandy's coaching license until the end of his trial. Effandy was charged with committing the offence on a 15 years and nine months old girl, who was in a relationship of trust with him, at a bicycle store in Taman Desa Keramat in June last year. MNCF president Datuk Amarjit Singh said Effandy was not a coach with the national team or any state team, but worked on that role in his own club. Amarjit said the governing body have taken a balanced approach to protecting the other trainees under the supervision of Effandy by suspending his coaching license, while also upholding the legal principle that a person is innocent until proven guilty through the judicial process. "I want to assure all parties that MNCF will not tolerate any license holder who is found to have violated national laws, the Safe Sport Code, or the UCI Code of Ethics - especially in cases involving athletes or underage trainees. "MNCF will continue to monitor the case in the interest of all parties involved, particularly the female cyclist," said Amarjit. Effandy had won the silver medal at the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur in the men's elite road race event. He was charged at the Ampang Sessions Court on Thursday (July 3), under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 and read together with Section 16(1) of the same law. Effandy pleaded not guilty after the charge was read before Judge Norshila Kamaruddin, who also set a bail of RM8,000 for the accused under one surety. Effandy is to surrender his passport to the court, report to a nearby police station once a month, and not harass or contact the victim in a way that could affect the progress of the case.
Borneo Post
15-06-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Telibong II plant never cancelled by Warisan govt - former director
Amarjit KOTA KINABALU (June 15): The Telibong II water treatment plant was never cancelled by the previous Warisan-led state government, said a former director of the Sabah State Water Department. Datuk Amarjit Singh said the federally funded project was initiated in 2018 to expand capacity from 80 million to 160 million litres per day. He said the original contract for Telibong II was terminated based on a directive from the Federal Ministry of Finance at the time, which applied to public infrastructure projects showing progress of less than 15 per cent. 'At that time, there were three water-related projects under review — Telibong II in Kota Kinabalu, and the Tawau Dam. Of these, only the Tawau Dam project had progressed above the 15 per cent threshold. 'As a result, the Telibong II project was terminated and later re-tendered. Telibong II was subsequently awarded to a new contractor, and construction has continued since,' he said in a statement on Sunday. Amarjit was responding to the recent statement by Datuk Clarence Bongkos Malakun, a member of the Sabah Economic Advisory Council, alleging that the previous Warisan-led state government had sabotaged infrastructure for political convenience by cancelling the Telibong II and Sandakan water treatment plant projects. According to public records, he said the project was already 99.7 per cent complete by late 2024, with remaining works involving pipeline connections and tank installations. Delays were due to implementation coordination, not political interference. As for Sandakan, he said there was never a new water treatment plant planned or cancelled under the state government at the time. The recent focus in Sandakan has been on reactivating existing boreholes, constructing new storage tanks, and stabilising the existing Hilltop water treatment facility, which had temporarily shut down due to raw water shortages. 'There is no record of any shelved or cancelled WTP project in Sandakan, making the accusation factually incorrect. 'With regard to the Tawau Dam, also known as the Cinta Mata water supply project, construction began during the same period and continued with the same contractor. 'The project encountered delays primarily due to the Covid-19 pandemic and logistical challenges but was never halted or cancelled. Public documentation confirms the project remains active, with completion now targeted for 2026. 'These are facts supported by public records and official project status reports. It is important that discussions about Sabah's water infrastructure are grounded in truth, not distorted by political narratives. 'Misinformation only distracts from the real work needed to improve water delivery for the people of Sabah,' said Amarjit who led the State Water Department when Warisan was the state government.
Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
TVSN Prasad sworn in as Haryana Chief Info Commissioner
Haryana's former chief secretary TVSN Prasad took the oath as the State Chief Information Commissioner (CIC), along with four State Information Commissioners (SICs) — Amarjit Singh, Karmvir Saini, Neeta Khera and Sanjay Madaan. However, the fifth SIC named by the Haryana government, Priyanka Dhupar, daughter of BJP's former Bhiwani district president Shankar Dhupar, did not turn up for the event. According to information, Priyanka is involved in two disputes. The much-delayed appointment of Haryana SICs under the Right to Information Act was challenged in the Punjab and Haryana High Court on Monday on the ground that the 'appointees are related to the ruling political party' in Haryana. Citing a violation of the constitutional norms, petitioner advocate Jagmohan Bhatti sought a stay on the appointments. The matter will come up for a hearing on May 28. While TVSN Prasad is Haryana's former chief secretary, Neeta Khera is a former member of Haryana Public Service Commission, Amarjit Singh is a retired Haryana Civil Services (HCS) officer, Karamvir Saini had quit the Congress and joined the BJP, Sanjay Madan was Haryana Tax Bar Association's vice-president from Karnal, and Priyanka Dhupar's father is BJP's former Bhiwani district president. Governor Bandaru Dattatraya administered the oath of office and allegiance to the CIC and four SICs in the presence of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and several ministers, leaders and officers at the Raj Bhavan on Monday. Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi conducted the proceedings of the oath-taking ceremony, which was attended by Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda, Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana, Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur, senior administrative officers, former ministers, former MLAs, heads of various departments and other dignitaries. The governor described the role of the CIC and SICs as 'important in ensuring transparency and accountability in democracy'. 'I expect from the newly appointed commissioners that they will discharge their duties with fairness, honesty and dedication so that the Right to Information can be further strengthened,' he said.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Time of India
Khanna police bust drug trafficking ring; head constable and PSPCL employees arrested
LUDHIANA: Khanna police arrested eleven accused, including a police head constable and three PSPCL (Punjab State Power Corporation Limited) employees, after recovering 230 grams of heroin and Rs 65,000 in drug money from them. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Police officials said that on 19 May, a police party from Khanna City Two Police Station was present at Sabji Mandi near Amloh Road to check suspicious persons. An informer reported that in a vacant plot in City Home Colony, Khanna, some youths were sitting on a motorcycle Splendor, a car Etios, and a vehicle Scorpio. These individuals were addicted to drugs and supplying them. Acting on this tip-off, the police immediately raided the spot and arrested the accused. SSP Khanna, Dr Jyoti Yadav, stated that the individuals were taken out of the vehicles, and the police asked for their names and addresses. They identified themselves as Amarjit Singh of Udham Nagar, Shri Muktsar Sahib; Angrej Singh of Kartar Singh Nagar, Khanna; Dubli; Sehzad Mohammad of New Shanti Nagar; and Manjinder Singh of Kotla Dhak, who is an assistant lineman, and Sukhvir Singh of Basant Nagar, Khanna. She added that when the accused were searched in accordance with the provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code, a transparent envelope was recovered from the pocket of the pants worn by Amarjit Singh, from which 30 grams of heroin was recovered, along with drug money of Rs 20,000 from the dashboard of the vehicle. Police officials said that the accused were arrested, and a case was registered at Khanna City Two Police Station. Further investigation of the case was carried out, and during the in-depth interrogation of accused Amarjit Singh, it was revealed that Gurmukh Singh of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Colony, Khanna (SSA rank official in PSPCL), and Head Constable Arvinder Singh of Passi Nagar on Pakhowal Road of Ludhiana procured the drug and supplied it to two different places. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The SSP said that Gurmukh Singh was named as an accused in the case and arrested, with 100 grams of heroin recovered from him. She added that on 21 May, as per the interrogation and on the statement of Gurmukh Singh, Raj Mahinder Singh was named as an accused in the case. He was arrested in Amritsar on the evidence of Gurmukh Singh, and 100 grams of heroin and Rs 45,000 in drug money were recovered. A senior police officer said that while investigating the case thoroughly, it also came to light that Head Constable Arvinder Singh, who is posted at Counter-Intelligence Ludhiana, and Sukhdev Singh of Dehiru, who is a watchman in the Electricity Board, are involved in . They were named as accused in the case and arrested. Police officials said that while further investigating the case, it came to light that Head Constable Arvinder Singh often sold drugs at the Doctor Mobile Repair Shop of Amritpal Singh in Bhola Colony, Manakwal, on Dhandra Road of Ludhiana, where he has been arrested. They added that in-depth interrogation of the accused is underway, and more important revelations are expected in the case.
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Business Standard
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Calm prevails in Punjab following India-Pakistan military understanding
Authorities have asked people to resume their normal activities and maintain calm Press Trust of India Chandigarh Calm prevailed in Punjab, especially in the border areas of the state, on Sunday morning, following an understanding between India and Pakistan to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea. Authorities have asked people to resume their normal activities and maintain calm. At around 8:30 am, the district administration in Amritsar asked people to resume their normal routine. The Jalandhar district administration also said there was nothing to worry and work may resume as usual. "All is well here in Jalandhar. According to the information received, there is nothing to worry and work may resume as usual. Forces are on a constant vigil," Jalandhar Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Aggarwal said. However, the district authorities have requested people not to burst firecrackers or fly drones. "We will take immediate action and inform you in time if there is any information of any threat in the area," the DC said. The Sangrur district authorities urged people not to lend credence to any rumours and to stay calm. Meanwhile, people in Punjab, which shares a 553-km border with Pakistan, were back to their normal activities. Morning walkers, especially in border districts like Amritsar, Pathankot and Ferozepur, thanked the country's armed forces. "It is because of our forces that you see us here today without any fear. Over the past few days, we saw how Pakistan carried out drone attacks targeting several parts of Punjab and some other states. "But our brave forces acted as a shield and thwarted their misadventures. They gave a strong reply to perpetrators of terrorism and destroyed terror camps under Operation Sindoor. Now that an understanding has come into effect, let us hope that peace prevails, but if Pakistan again commits any misadventure, they will be given a stern reply," said Amritsar resident Amarjit Singh. Another Amritsar resident, Pawan Kumar, said after days of tension, things are back to normal. "Over the last few days, Amritsar saw a decline in tourist footfalls because of the tense situation. Now, hopefully, peace shall prevail," he said. Simran from Pathankot said, "Though there was anxiety among people over the last few days, we were confident that our armed forces were there to protect us against any Pakistani misadventure." "However, the understanding between the two countries (to stop military action) has come as a relief," she added. An elderly resident from Ferozepur was out on a morning walk with a group of friends. "We have resumed our morning routine after staying indoors for a few days. Things are back to normal and we hope that peace will prevail," he said. Another morning walker from the industrial hub of Ludhiana said, "Nobody wants a war as it only causes destruction and hits the economy. But if Pakistan or any other country indulges in any misadventure, India will hit back hard and give a befitting reply. Besides, India has a firm policy against any act of terror." In Chandigarh and adjoining Panchkula in Haryana, morning walkers were heard discussing the current situation. After Pakistan violated the terms of the understanding between the two countries to stop military actions, Punjab had reimposed blackout measures in several districts as a precautionary measure on Saturday evening. The measures were put in place in several districts, including Hoshiarpur, Ferozepur, Fazilka, Pathankot, Patiala, Moga, Kapurthala and Muktsar. Authorities had earlier withdrawn the blackout measures and restrictive orders after India and Pakistan reached the understanding to stop military actions following four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes. At a media briefing late on Saturday evening, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri called upon Pakistan to take appropriate steps to address these violations and deal with the situation with "seriousness and responsibility". The armed forces have been given instructions to deal strongly with any instances of repetition of the violations along the International Border as well as the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir, he said. The directors general of military operations (DGMOs) of the two countries had agreed to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea with effect from 5 pm on Saturday, Misri had announced earlier. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
