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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Ayodhya to ban meat sale along key religious routes, says Mayor Tripathi
Officials in Ayodhya have begun taking action to ban meat sales along key religious routes like Ram Path and Dhama Kosi Marg, as they issued notices to shopkeepers. This action comes after complaints were raised at UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath's Janta Darbar. According to Ayodhya Mayor Girish Pati Tripathi, a liquor ban is also being planned. Mayor Tripathi spoke to ANI on Saturday, saying that discussions related to the ban had been ongoing for a long time. "It was under discussion for a very long time that the sale of meat be banned in Ayodhya. It was decided that the sale of meat must be prohibited on Ram Path," said Tripathi. He also talked about the ban on the sale of liquor being planned in some areas, stating that 'We are sure that we will soon ban liquor sale too.' Earlier, Food and Fertiliser Commissioner Manik Chand informed that the issue came to light when a complaint was lodged during the CM Yogi's Janta Darbar. Following the complaint, a team inspected the shops and Commissioner Chand informed them that 22 meat shops were running across these religious routes. "A complaint was received during CM Yogi Adityanath's Janta Darbar that meat shops are running on Ram Path, Dharma 14 Kosi Parikrama Marg and Panchkosi Marg. We formed a team and inspected all the shops.", Commissioner Chand told ANI. The Commissioner also said that all meat shops are being issued notices and a time limit of seven days has been given to them for relocating their shops. He said that action will be taken against those who fail to follow the notice. 'There are 22 meat shops on Ram Path, Bhakti Path and Dharma Path and 14 Kosi Marg... If there are any other shops, they will also face a similar procedure," Chand said. Earlier in March, CM Yogi Adityanath issued strict orders to close illegal slaughterhouses and enforced a ban on the sale of meat within a 500-meter radius of religious sites. (With ANI Inputs)
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Meat sale to be banned on Ram Path and Parikrama Margs in Ayodhya, says Mayor Tripathi
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): Ayodhya officials have begun action to ban meat sales along key religious routes like Ram Path and Dharma 14 Kosi Marg, issuing notices to shopkeepers after complaints were raised at CM Yogi Adityanath's Janata Darbar. Ayodhya Mayor Girish Pati Tripathi also informed that a liquor ban is also being planned. Speaking to ANI on Saturday, Mayor Tripathi said that discussions regarding the ban had been ongoing for a long time. 'It was under discussion for a very long time that the sale of meat be banned in Ayodhya. It was decided that the sale of meat must be prohibited on Ram Path,' said Tripathi. He added that steps would soon be taken to prohibit the sale of liquor in the same areas. 'We are sure that we will soon ban liquor sale too...,' he told ANI. Earlier, Food and Fertiliser Commissioner Manik Chand informed that the issue came to light during Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's Janata Darbar, when a complaint was lodged regarding meat shops in across Ram Path, Bhakti Path, Dharma Path and 14 Kosi Marg. Following the complaint, a team was formed to inspect the shops. Commissioner Chand confirmed that 22 meat shops were found running across these religious routes. 'A complaint was received during CM Yogi Adityanath's Janata Darbar that meat shops are running on Ram Path, Dharma 14 Kosi Parikrama Marg and Panchkosi Marg. We formed a team and inspected all the shops.', Commissioner Chand told ANI. 'All the meat shops are being issued notices, and they have been given a 7-day time limit to relocate their shops somewhere else. Action will be taken if they fail to do so... There are 22 meat shops on Ram Path, Bhakti Path and Dharma Path and 14 Kosi Marg... If there are any other shops, they will also face a similar procedure,' Chand said. Earlier in March, the Uttar Pradesh government, headed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, had issued strict orders to shut down illegal slaughterhouses and enforce a ban on the sale of meat within a 500-meter radius of religious sites. A strict ban on animal slaughter and meat sales will be enforced on April 6, 2025, during Ram Navami. Under the UP Municipal Corporation Act, 1959, and the Food Safety Acts of 2006 & 2011, the Yogi government has directed officials to take strict action against violators. (ANI)
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Business Standard
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
NITI Aayog's Chand outlines 5 priority areas to lower carbon footprint
To reduce agriculture's carbon footprint, NITI Aayog member and eminent economist Ramesh Chand has outlined five priority areas for policymakers. These include correcting distortions in input and output pricing in crops such as paddy, promoting crop cultivation in agro-climatically suitable regions, enhancing the efficiency of inputs like fertilisers, increasing crop yields, and mainstreaming sustainable agricultural practices. Addressing a session on 'Innovating for Climate Resilient Agriculture' at the ongoing CII Annual Business Summit, Chand said that despite substantial research on the adverse impact of climate change on agriculture, there has so far been no major impact of bad weather on crop yields. 'This is because, till now, science, technology, and research and development have managed to shield agriculture from the adverse impacts of climate change,' Chand said. Highlighting the role of science, Chand noted that while wheat yields were expected to fall by 4 per cent over 30 years due to climate change, new varieties led to a 20 per cent increase in yields—meaning the actual gain was around 14 per cent on the ground. 'But as we go ahead, there will come a tipping point when science won't be able to withstand the impact of climate change on agriculture, and the tolerance level will fade,' he warned. On policy reforms, Chand said that market-distorting price instruments—such as bonuses on paddy over the minimum support price (MSP)—encourage growers to opt for crops that are environmentally damaging, rather than those that are climate-friendly. Similarly, inputs such as free power contribute to increased emissions from paddy fields. Chand stressed that improving input efficiency—such as applying the right amount of nitrogen to soil—would go a long way in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from agriculture. He pointed out that agriculture is perhaps the only sector that is both a significant emitter of GHGs and a major victim of climate change.
Mint
6 days ago
- Business
- Mint
India farm yields resilient to climate change thanks to science: Ramesh Chand
Use of science and technology has so far helped avert a decline in agricultural crop yields in India despite a rise in temperature and the effects of climate change, Ramesh Chand, member, Niti Aayog, said on Thursday. "Despite an increase in temperature, so far you would not see the decline in yield of any of the crops in India, despite reports that increase in temperature will affect productivity," said Chand at the CII Annual Business Summit 2025. Despite climate change, and an increase in temperature, crop yield is increasing. "That is because [of] science and technology, research and development. So far, the technology is able to counter the adverse effects of climate change," he added. In India, 30-40% of the total carbon emissions is contributed by agriculture, and climate change also affects the farm productivity. The second specificity is that emissions from agriculture are invisible, which is not the case in most other sectors. He illustrated his point with an example of wheat yields. If climate change was projected to cause a 4% fall in yield over the next 30 years, scientific advancements intervened. New varieties were developed, resulting in an actual yield increase of 20%. Therefore, despite the climate change impact, the net increase in yield was 14%. He, however, emphasised that just because yield is not getting impacted doesn't mean that climate change is not happening. But so far, science and technology, research and development, and irrigation facilities and many other initiatives have been helpful in countering the effects of climate change. "But as we go out, a stage will come, which is called tipping point, beyond that you cannot do anything using science. Then you have no option left, which is needed to be kept in mind," Chand stressed. Underlining the critical role of policy in enabling innovation-led, climate-resilient growth, he outlined five priority areas for policy action. First, correcting distortions in input and output pricing. For example, giving bonus on a particular crop enhances production of that crop at the expense of others. Second, to cut the emissions, he suggested promoting crop cultivation in agro-climatically suitable regions. Third, he stressed on enhancing the efficiency of inputs like fertilizers which should be used judiciously. Fourth, he stressed on increasing crop yields and lastly, mainstreaming sustainable agricultural practices to reduce the sector's carbon footprint. As part of the Confederation of Indian Industry's (CII) Annual Business Summit 2025, a special plenary session on "Innovating for Climate Resilient Agriculture" was held, where Chand was addressing the audience. The session brought together experts from policy, industry, and research to deliberate on cutting-edge innovations and sustainable practices for climate-resilient agriculture. Discussions centered on empowering farmers, enhancing productivity, and ensuring environmental stewardship, with a focus on integrating smart technologies, sustainable models, and inclusive strategies.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Time of India
Not aware, driver starts school bus and crushes conductor inspecting vehicle for engine snag
Noida: A 22-year-old school bus conductor died when he was allegedly crushed under the vehicle while inspecting it on Tuesday. The driver, who accidentally started the bus after asking the conductor to check the vehicle, was arrested for causing death by negligence. Around 11.30 am, Mukesh Kumar, the conductor, had slipped under the bus, which belongs to Sarvottam International School in Techzone 4 area, to check it for mechanical issues after the driver, Santosh Chand, heard unusual noises in the engine. Eyewitnesses claimed, Chand started the bus suddenly while Kumar was still underneath, resulting in his immediate death. A complaint filed by Kumar's uncle alleges negligence on both the driver's and the school's part. The family claims they were not informed of Kumar's death by school authorities. However, officials investigating the case stated that preliminary findings suggest Kumar was sleeping under the bus when the driver, unaware of his presence, started the vehicle. The 22-year-old man had come to the NCR city a few months ago from Badaun after he got a job as a conductor. As the school is closed for summer vacation, most vehicles used by the school were parked on its campus. A few, including the one under which Kumar was crushed, was parked outside it on the roadside due to space crunch. Police have taken Chand into custody and seized the bus as part of their investigation. A case has been registered against the driver for negligence under BNS section 106. Police officials confirmed that further investigation is ongoing to determine the exact circumstances leading to the fatal accident. The body was sent for autopsy.
