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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Vadaj land prices up 15-fold in 10 yrs, Kandla port trust surrenders plot
Ahmedabad: In proof of the city's booming real estate market, land prices in the western areas have skyrocketed over 15 times in just one decade, forcing Deendayal Port Trust (DPT) in Kandla to surrender a prime plot in Vadaj back to the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This price increase came to light when the AMC's standing committee approved the DPT's request to surrender a 1,945 sq m plot in Vadaj village on Thursday. The plot, originally allocated in 2010 for a guesthouse at Rs 14,000 per sq m, was revalued at Rs 2,15,927 per sq m in 2020 — a 1,442% increase. If the plot were to be revalued again, the price could potentially be higher. The case dates back to July 2010 when the standing committee approved allocation of the plot in Naranpura TP Scheme No. 29 to DPT. The AMC set a reserve price of Rs 14,000 per sq m but included a condition requiring payment of any additional amount determined through govt revaluation. DPT initially deposited Rs 2.72 crore based on the reserve price and took possession in Jan 2011. However, the promised revaluation became a decade-long saga. "Despite the municipal corporation writing to the state govt's valuation department approximately eight times between 2010 and 2019, no assessment was conducted. The valuation finally occurred in 2020, revealing the huge price appreciation," an official said. "Following the 2020 valuation, DPT faced a massive financial burden. It was required to deposit Rs 39.27 crore to cover the price difference and an additional Rs 84 lakh for valuation process expenses. DPT appealed to pay up based on the old reserve price, but authorities rejected the request," the official added. DPT compounded its troubles by failing to fulfil the land agreement's construction requirement. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The agreement mandated building construction within two years of possession for the designated purpose, but this was not done, in clear violation of the terms. So AMC ordered that the amount be deposited based on the valuation. It stated that proceedings to reclaim the plot will be initiated if DPT fails to deposit the amount. This prompted DPT to propose surrendering the property instead. "The standing committee's approval of DPT's proposal means the AMC will now reclaim the plot while returning the remaining amount to DPT after deducting valuation expenses from the amount deposited in 2010," an AMC official said.
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Tihar Jail taking care of 31 children living behind bars with their incarcerated mothers
New Delhi, : For some children, life begins not in the comfort of a home but within the confines of a prison, behind towering walls and iron gates. Born to mothers serving time, their earliest memories are not of playgrounds or parks, but of barred windows and uniformed guards. Currently, 31 children, both boys and girls, are living with their inmate mothers in Delhi's high-security Tihar and Mandoli jails, an official said. The prison administration ensures that these children do not suffer due to the circumstances of their birth. "From playschool to regular medical check-ups and vaccinations, every need of the child is taken care of. We try to provide an environment where their basic developmental needs are met," the official said. Asia's largest prison complex, Tihar, currently houses around 19,000 inmates, including 506 women, both under trial and convicted, lodged in Central Jail No. 6, while 237 female inmates are lodged in Mandoli Jail, also known as Jail No. 16. Jail sources state that there are 11 male and 10 female children in Jail 6 and four male and six female children in Jail 16. Children are allowed to stay with their incarcerated mothers only up to the age of six, after which they are no longer permitted to remain in the prison, regardless of the custody status, officials say. "We ask their relatives to take care of them but in some instances, when even relatives are not willing to take custody of them, we hand them over to child care centres or some NGOs which continue to provide help to these children even when they are outside the prison," the officer said. They ensure their overall development through various interventions to help them achieve their academic, social, and emotional goals and prevent them from becoming a victim of their parent's incarceration, he added. Another jail official shared that a certified vaccination centre inside the prison ensures timely administration of all essential vaccines for the children, including BCG, polio, hepatitis, DPT and tetanus. This proactive approach to healthcare safeguards the well-being of the children. Tihar Jail authorities have also tied up with NGOs and child welfare departments to provide early education and psychological support to these children. The aim is to minimise the psychological impact of prison life and prepare them for a better future outside. "We may not be able to change their beginnings, but we are committed to giving them a chance at a normal life," the official said.
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
April 2025 Supplementary Electoral Roll open for review until June 19
KUALA LUMPUR: The Supplementary Electoral Roll for April 2025 (DPT BLN4/2025) is open for review for 30 days starting today until June 19, the Election Commission (EC) announced. EC secretary Datuk Ikmalrudin Ishak said the DPT BLN4/2025, which was verified and gazetted today, included 32,566 names of Malaysian citizens aged 18 and above who were automatically registered as new voters between April 1 and April 30. Additionally, it contains the names of 13,058 registered voters who changed their electoral divisions and 2,016 individuals who changed their voter category or status. 'The EC urges Malaysian citizens aged 18 and above within the period from April 1 to April 30, 2025, as well as registered voters who applied for changes in electoral divisions or categories, to check if their names are listed in the DPT BLN4/2025,' he said in a statement. Ikmalrudin said the review can be conducted via the EC's official portal at or the respective State Election Office portals at the online application at the MySPR Semak mobile app, or by calling 03-8892 7218. He said individuals whose names were not listed in the DPT BLN4/2025 may file a claim using Form C, while those who wished to object to the inclusion of certain names may submit an objection using Form D. Both forms are available online via or from the respective State Election Offices. 'Forms C and D can also be downloaded from the State Election Office portal at and must be submitted to the respective State Election Director, along with the objection fee, during office hours throughout the review period for DPT BLN4/2025,' he said. For further inquiries related to the DPT BLN4/2025 review, the public may contact the EC via its official portal or hotline at 03-8892 7218.
Hans India
18-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
India's pharma sector ranked 3rd in world, leads in affordable drugs
India's pharmaceutical industry, which has emerged as the largest supplier of affordable generic medicines, is poised to grow at 7.8 per cent year-on-year in April 2025 driven by strong demand and new products, according to experts at India Ratings. The country's pharma sector is now ranked 3rd in volume and 14th in value globally and contributes as much as 20 per cent of the world's supply of medicines. The turnover of the Indian pharma industry touched Rs 4,17,345 crore in 2023-24 growing steadily at over 10 per cent annually for the past five years. "For the common man, this means more medicines at lower prices, better healthcare and jobs in factories and labs across the country. From small towns to big cities, India's pharma growth is creating opportunities and saving lives," a government official said. India has also emerged as a key supplier of vaccines. The country's pharma sector supplies 55-60 per cent of UNICEF's vaccines, meeting 99 per cent of WHO's DPT (Diphtheria, Whooping cough and Tetanus) vaccine demand, 52 per cent for BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin is a vaccine primarily used against TB), and 45 per cent for measles. From Africa to America, Indian vaccines save millions. At home, these schemes create jobs for young Indians, from factory workers to scientists. Foreign investors are pouring in with Rs 12,822 crore in 2023-24 alone, because they see India's potential. The government welcomes 100 per cent foreign investment in medical devices and greenfield pharma projects, making India a hotspot for global companies. The government's schemes have played a key role in promoting the pharma sector. The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) runs 15,479 Jan Aushadhi Kendras, offering generic medicines at prices up to 80 per cent lower than branded ones. A heart medicine that once cost Rs 500 might now cost Rs 100. The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Pharmaceuticals with Rs 15,000 crore, supports 55 projects to make high-end drugs like cancer and diabetes medicines right here in India. Another PLI scheme with Rs 6,940 crore focuses on raw materials like Penicillin G, reducing the country's need for imports. The PLI for Medical Devices, backed by Rs 3,420 crore, is boosting production of tools like MRI machines and heart implants, the official added. The Promotion of Bulk Drug Parks scheme with Rs 3,000 crore building mega hubs in Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh to make medicines cheaper and faster. The Strengthening of Pharmaceuticals Industry (SPI) Scheme with Rs 500 crore, funds research and upgrades labs, helping Indian companies compete globally. These efforts mean medicines are made in India, for India and for the world keeping costs low and quality high.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Hawaii Pacific University opens first mainland campus in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Hawaii Pacific University brings the Aloha spirit to Las Vegas with its new campus in the southwest valley. The expansion of the Hawaii Pacific University represents a significant milestone in the University's 60-year history – marking its first campus on the U.S. mainland. 'To be able to bring Hawaii Pacific University here to Las Vegas, which some call the 9th island… we're just happy that we can contribute to the community, build the capacity of healthcare across the region,' Tricia Catalino, Dean of Graduate College of Health Sciences, said. Shaquilla King is a part of the university's inaugural class. A graduate of UNLV, King is earning her doctorate at Hawaii Pacific University with plans to become a pediatric occupational therapist. 'It's been an experience,' King said. 'I feel like getting to see the foundation being built was amazing. We didn't start off here, but finishing here, and seeing the program develop over this short amount of time has been an experience. I love it.' The Las Vegas campus features facilities designed to support the University's Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs. Among its features is an Activities of Daily Living (ADL) suite, equipped with a kitchen, living room, and bathroom, designed to provide real-world training for OTD students. Additionally, specialized lab spaces designed for the DPT program promote interprofessional education and collaboration, equipping students to address the evolving healthcare challenges of the future. 'These are our two healthcare-centric programs that we're starting here in Las Vegas because of the great need in this region for healthcare providers, especially physical and occupational therapists,' Catalino said. The university also offers a hybrid learning experience, allowing students to engage in online coursework and hands-on lab experiences. 'We really feel that it is an accessible way to learn,' Catalino said. 'We offer hybrid health science programs which allow our students to learn from home or wherever they might be and then come to Las Vegas to have hands-on learning during their lab-based immersions.' Hawaii Pacific University is now accepting applications for its August program. Financial aid and veteran benefits are available. To learn more about the Las Vegas OTD program, click here, and to learn more about the Las Vegas DPT program, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
