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Time of India
09-08-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Administration to launch ‘Tarang Helpline' for drug-affected individuals on Aug 15
Ludhiana: In a bid to address the growing challenge of drug addiction, the Ludhiana district administration is set to launch the "Tarang Helpline" on August 15. The initiative, spearheaded by deputy commissioner Himanshu Jain, aims at providing comprehensive support to individuals and families affected by substance abuse, offering psychological counselling, treatment guidance, and livelihood assistance. During a visit to Red Cross Bhawan on Friday, DC Jain reviewed the operational set-up of the helpline and held discussions with representatives of Dream Ahead, the agency responsible for managing the initiative. He said that the helpline would act as a lifeline for those struggling with addiction, ensuring that they receive timely and effective support. The Tarang Helpline will function as a single-window support system, catering not only to individuals seeking help but also to their families and informants reporting drug-related concerns. Callers will be guided to the nearest Outpatient Opioid Assisted Treatment (OOAT) clinics, de-addiction centres, or rehabilitation centres, depending on their specific needs. To ensure continuity of care, follow-up calls will be made after seven days, and daily reports will be submitted to a nodal officer from the health department for coordinated action. The initiative also includes one-on-one and group counselling sessions, with dedicated group sessions scheduled every Saturday at Red Cross Bhawan. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 25 of the Best Cities to Live In Undo These sessions will be supervised by health department officials and supported by PCR and security teams to maintain a safe and supportive environment. To promote long-term rehabilitation, the helpline will collaborate with the District Bureau of Employment and Enterprises (DBEE) and the Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM). This partnership will help provide skill training, job placements, and self-employment opportunities tailored to the interests and capabilities of recovering individuals. Dedicated officers from both the health and police departments will ensure swift action on medical and drug-related complaints. Dream Ahead will submit daily updates to nodal officers and weekly feedback to the Deputy Commissioner's office. The administration has assured that strict confidentiality will be maintained to encourage open and honest communication. DC Jain reiterated the administration's commitment to making Ludhiana drug-free, calling the Tarang Helpline a crucial step in helping individuals reclaim their lives with dignity and purpose. MSID:: 123190877 413 | Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
New Paper
30-07-2025
- Sport
- New Paper
Rich N Powerful and mighty slick as well
Rich N Powerful was at the trials on the morning of July 29, and there were plenty of similarities with the Bold Runner story. On July 22, the latter won his trial in commanding fashion, beating Benbo by four lengths on the sand track. Five days later, he was at the races and the rest is history. Bold Runner reproduced that trial form - only better. The Ananthen Kuppan-trained three-year-old ran away from his rivals to take the Class 4B race (1,300m) at Sungai Besi with loads of authority. Rich N Powerful hails from a different yard, that of Tan Eng Peow, but who is to say he cannot do the same on Aug 3? The Dream Ahead mare arguably does not have as much upside as Bold Runner, but her trial still channelled the same vibes. Rich N Powerful's hit-out was also on the sand, and she also led all the way. It was actually a tale of last horse in, first horse out, and this is how that fourth trial unfolded. Ridden by apprentice Shazmin Sudin and having to clear gate No. 2, Rich N Powerful was neatly into stride and by the time the field had made that first turn on the far side, she had put two lengths on her nearest rival, Major King. Into the home stretch and there was no let-up. Taking the shortest route home, Rich N Powerful extended that lead and, in a show of sheer dominance, she went on to win by 5½ lengths. Her time of 1min 2.13sec on a tight hold for the 1,000m augurs well for her upcoming race on Aug 3 - the Class 4 (B) sprint over the 1,150m. A New Zealand-bred six-year-old, she has to date won two races and both were over the short and sharp trips of 1,020m and 1,100m. That said, her last few runs have not been inspiring but, to her credit, she did add money to the kitty when running third to Otahuhu in an 1,100m race on June 7. But it all came apart at her last start when she could only manage to beat three home in a sprint over the 1,020m trip. Still, she deserves another chance and if she puts on her Sunday best and produces that bright early speed which we know she possesses, she could register a third career win. Earlier, in the first trial of the morning and one of three which were run on the grass, Roda Robot was all-conquering. Ridden by Andre da Silva, the noted front runner cleared the chute in a hurry and opened up a two-length lead on Pacific Flash. However, he soon gave up that lead and settled for a holding position behind the leader. There he stayed until 350m from home. With a flick of the reins, da Silva asked his mount for an effort and Roda Robot responded. He eventually took the honours with 2½ lengths to spare. Rubik Kid, under a good ride from Yusoff Fadzli dropped in for second with Fortune Tree (Shafiq Rizuan), who was being tested with pacifiers, holding down third. But it was all about Roda Robot. He was at the trials by order of the club's vets after returning lame at his last start on July 12. Needless to say, he passed his test and the way is now open for Jason Ong to send him to the races. Watch for the day that happens. Roda Robot is better than what he has shown at his last few outings. It seems like he is finding it difficult to lay down a marker at his new home at Sungai Besi. To date, the Mongolian Khan five-year-old has been winless over eight starts over the Selangor layout - which is hard to fathom. After all, he was something else at Kranji where he won seven races over varying trips from 1,400m to 2,000m. Keep the faith and you could soon be rewarded. brian@
BBC News
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Pioneer Turner retires and announces pregnancy
Pioneering jockey Hayley Turner has announced her immediate retirement from racing and that she is expecting her first child in 43, calls time on her career 25 years on from her first ride at Southwell in March 2011, Turner became the first female jockey to ride a Group One winner in Great Britain, guiding Dream Ahead to victory in the July Cup at Newmarket, before winning on Margot Did in the Nunthorpe Stakes at York a month Wednesday, Turner rode Spirit of Jura to victory at Southwell in her final race - her 1,042nd career said: "I have decided to retire from being a jockey following my winner at Southwell last week, especially as I had my first ride at the racecourse on 27 March, 2000."I am very excited to also announce that I am having a baby in October, all being well, which I have been planning for the last two years. My family and I are all very excited."I would like to thank everyone that has supported me over the years especially Michael Bell, David Simcock, Andrew Balding and Harry Eustace. I would also like to thank my riding agent, Guy Jewel, who has been my agent for the majority of my career."I am looking forward to my next life chapter but will be focusing on the baby in the short term."Turner retired for the first time in 2015, before returning to action in 2018.
