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News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Trump, Tractor & Crow Singh Out, But Bihar's 65 Lakh Excluded Voters Still Wait For Clarity
Last Updated: While the Opposition may be crying hoarse over discrepancies, not a single party has gone to EC's Bihar unit to file a claim or objection against any entry made in the draft list Donald John Trump is seeking a residency certificate in Bihar. Believe it or not, but the son of Fredrick Christ Trump and Marry Anne Macleod, Donald J Trump, wants a certificate to prove that he is a resident of Mohiuddinagar in Patori, Samastipur. The application follows Sonalika tractor in East Champaran, Dogesh Babu in Nawada and Dog Babu in Patna. Residency certificates are also being sought in the name of Sri Ram, son of Kawwa (crow) Singh and Maina Singh in Khagaria. Opposition leaders like TMC MP Mahua Moitra are using instances like these to highlight the discrepancies in the Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Exercise. Moitra, a petitioner in Supreme Court against the Election Commission of India, highlighted that the residency certificate is one of the 11 acceptable documents mentioned by EC in its June 24 order. The concern is genuine. The district administrations in Khagaria, Patna, and Nawada have rejected these application forms, complete with a picture of the US president and a tractor. FIRs have been registered and probe is on for cybercrime. Yet, it does raise questions if fake domicile or residency certificates are being made in Bihar with less-obvious discrepancies. EC's contention—The 11 documents mentioned in the June 24 order are only indicative. BLOs and EROs can ask for other documents if they have a doubt. Plus, at the stage of EPIC card being made, the applicant will have to be photographed and photo identity cross-checked. EC says it has increased the number of BLOs on ground from about 78,000 to approximately 91,000 to ensure that Stage 2 of the SIR exercise is more effective. Doubts, however, remain, given the number of discrepancies that are being highlighted. No Objection By Political Parties Despite the discrepancies though, not a single political party has gone to EC's Bihar unit to file a claim or an objection against any of the entries made in the draft voter list. As per data released by EC till 11am on August 7, 5,015 objections were made by voters but none by the 1,60,000 booth-level agents of political parties. Opposition Fighting A Perception War? More than 65 lakh voters have been left out of the draft voter list. A total of 22.34 lakh have been marked dead, 36.28 lakh as permanently shifted/absent, and 7.01 lakh already enrolled (Duplicate Epic). In an urgent hearing in Supreme Court on Monday, petitioners argued that EC has deliberately left out details of why over 65 lakh voters have been deleted from the draft roll. The petitioners claimed that the poll body had the data on the reasons for deleting the names, but it still removed the column specifying these reasons before releasing the draft roll on August 1. The petitioners claimed that in the absence of specific information, the list 'provided by the EC serves no purpose, and cannot be used to cross-check any details from the ground". Voters and BLAs still have three weeks to avail of the claims and objection window. But ECI data from Maharashtra and Karnataka are classic cases of the political parties making allegations of 'vote chori" in media but not availing of the appeals as enshrined in the Representation of People's Act. In Maharashtra, 89 appeals were filed in stage 1-(before the first appellate authority, District Magistrate, under Section 24(A) of the Representation of People's Act, 1951, from the time draft roll was published till the final voter list was made) and only one appeal in final stage (before the second appellate authority—Chief Electoral Officer—under Section 24(B) of the same Act.) In Karnataka too, the logjam remains. While Rahul Gandhi alleges 'vote chori", EC data suggests no election petition has been filed and no objection raised either. 'Between the draft and final publication of rolls in Karnataka, about 9.17 lakh claims and objections were received for consideration. But none from any political party," the state's EC unit recently claimed after Gandhi's latest charge of fraudulently adding voters. So, will Bihar go the same way? top videos View all Will Bihar follow the Maharashtra and Karnataka model? Alleged discrepancies will be highlighted in the media but no recourse will be taken to avenues mentioned in the RP Act? EC has dismissed all criticisms and defended itself stoutly, both before the Supreme Court of India and in its daily press notes. So, will this become a sound byte vs press note battle where the 65 lakh left-out Bihar voters will have to fend for themselves? The clock is ticking. About the Author Arunima Arunima is Editor (Home Affairs) and covers strategic, security and political affairs. From the Ukraine-Russia War to the India-China stand-off in Ladakh to India-Pak clashes, she has reported from ground zero ...Read More Get Latest Updates on Movies, Breaking News On India, World, Live Cricket Scores, And Stock Market Updates. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : 2025 Bihar elections congress Mahua Moitra news18 specials Representation of Peoples Act vigil lens view comments Location : Patna, India, India First Published: August 07, 2025, 13:04 IST News elections Trump, Tractor & Crow Singh Out, But Bihar's 65 Lakh Excluded Voters Still Wait For Clarity Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- General
- Express Tribune
Pakistan, Turkiye conclude first bilateral amphibious naval drill
Pakistan and Turkish Navy personnel in a group photo during bilateral Amphibious Exercise held in Karachi. Photo: Listen to article The Pakistan Navy and Turkish Navy have successfully concluded their first bilateral amphibious exercise, marking a significant step towards enhancing maritime cooperation and operational coordination between the two allies. In a statement issued by the Directorate General Public Relations (Pak Navy) on Wednesday, the exercise was described as a "milestone" in strengthening interoperability and strategic alignment in the maritime domain. The joint exercise featured a wide range of training modules, including combat firing techniques, amphibious operations, convoy escorting drills, and military manoeuvres in urban terrain. PN & Turkish Navy successfully concluded 1st Bilateral Amphibious Ex significant milestone in strengthening maritime collab & interoperability b/w two friendly navies. Ex featured comprehensive range of training activities. 1/3 — DGPR (Navy) (@dgprPaknavy) August 6, 2025 'Live firing drills and close combat scenarios, designed to sharpen tactical coordination and readiness in littoral environments, were also a part of the exercise,' the statement said. The exercise concluded with a comprehensive amphibious drill conducted in a designated coastal zone, aimed at validating the operational preparedness of both navies. According to the Pakistan Navy, the exercise reflected the 'deep-rooted defence partnership' between Pakistan and Turkiye, and reaffirmed their 'shared commitment towards regional peace through regular collaborative training initiatives.'
Business Journals
01-08-2025
- Health
- Business Journals
Weighted vests may help older adults meet weight loss goals — but bone loss remains an issue
With its latest study of safe weight loss in older adults, Wake Forest University researchers call for regimens that also preserve or strengthen bones. A new randomized clinical trial, led by a team of researchers from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and Wake Forest University, did not find evidence that wearing a weighted vest or engaging in resistance training prevented bone loss in older adults undergoing intentional weight loss. The study, published today in JAMA Network Open, underscores the persistent need for alternative strategies to protect skeletal health in aging populations with obesity. While weight loss is commonly advised to enhance cardiovascular and joint health in older adults with obesity, it may also lead to bone loss, raising the risk of fractures that can diminish both quality and longevity of life. The 12-month INVEST in Bone Health trial enrolled 150 older adults with obesity with a mean age of 66.4 years. Participants were randomized into three groups: weight loss alone, weight loss plus daily weighted vest use and weight loss plus resistance training. All groups achieved similar, significant weight loss (9% to 11.2% of body weight), and adherence to interventions conducted at Wake Forest University was high. The INVEST research team represents a multidisciplinary collaboration of Wake Forest University's departments of Health and Exercise and Statistical Sciences with Wake Forest University School of Medicine's departments of Internal Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, Biostatistics and Data Science, and Radiology. The researchers set out to expand on the findings of a pilot study, in which participants wearing weighted vests seemed to mitigate bone loss that accompanies weight loss in this population. However, all three INVEST study groups experienced a similar rate of significant decreases in hip bone mineral density. 'While we hoped that replacing lost weight externally or increasing mechanical loading through exercise would preserve bone, but our findings show that these strategies alone may not be enough,' said Kristen M. Beavers, the study's corresponding author and professor of internal medicine, section of gerontology and geriatric medicine, at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and research professor of health and exercise science at Wake Forest University. The weighted vest group wore the vest for an average of 7.1 hours per day, replacing approximately 78% of lost weight. The resistance training group attended 71% of the prescribed sessions. Beavers said the study highlights the complexity of managing obesity in older adults, where the benefits of weight loss must be balanced against potential harm to bone health and need to consider alternate or adjuvant countermeasure strategies. An ongoing collaboration between Wake Forest University and Wake Forest University School of Medicine researchers is studying how an osteoporosis drug might help. That study is called the Bone, Exercise, Alendronate, and Caloric Restriction (BEACON) trial. The INVEST in Bone Health findings are in no way a reason to stop using weighted vests in exercise regimens, Beavers said, and more than half of study participants said they did not mind using them. Studies have shown that, in addition to helping older adults lose weight, such vests also help improve strength and sit-to-stand performance, a key predictor of disability. INVEST was based on a body of research showing that wearing weighted vests during exercise can improve strength, reduce bone loss and improve muscle performance. Bone health is only one predictor of fractures. Beavers said INVEST also points to the potential role of preserving lean muscle mass as a protective factor for bone health. 'Fractures in older adults can be life-altering,' she said. 'Our study reinforces that we need to think beyond traditional exercise and consider new or combined approaches to protect bone during weight loss.' INVEST in Bone Health is the latest in a series of Wake Forest University research studies on safe weight loss for older adults. Scientists there have studied, for instance, the effects of higher-protein diets, resistance training and community-based programs in weight-loss interventions for this population. The timing of such research is vital: It's estimated that 72 million Americans will be age 65 or older by 2030, and the majority of them will be overweight or obese. Moreover, Beavers said the emergence of new and highly effective weight-loss medications, such as Wegovy and Mounjaro, have raised concerns about the bone loss that accompanies rapid weight loss in this population. Developing safe, effective weight-loss protocols for older people is essential to supporting independent living and quality of life. The INVEST research team included Daniel Beavers, associate professor of statistical sciences at Wake Forest University; Barbara J. Nicklas, professor of gerontology and geriatrics at Wake Forest University School of Medicine; Dr. Leon Lenchik, professor of musculoskeletal imaging at Wake Forest University School of Medicine; and Ashley Weaver, associate professor of biomedical engineering at Wake Forest University School of Medicine; and Jason Fanning, associate professor of health and exercise science at Wake Forest University. Learn more about research at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic learning health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and part of Advocate Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's two main components are an integrated clinical system with locations throughout the region and Wake Forest University School of Medicine, the academic core of Advocate Health and a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research.
Washington Post
28-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Washington Post
A 100-year-old on a bike? Yes. ‘The right to wind in your hair'
Pauline 'Polly' Lamartin, at the age of 100, keeps very busy. The Navy veteran and former nurse lived on her own until a year ago, when she joined a senior living community in Maryland. On top of her exercise classes, which include line dancing, Lamartin walks a half-mile daily, swims multiple times per week and reads whenever she gets the chance.
Hans India
27-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
India, US discuss avenues for strengthening defence cooperation
Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit held a meeting with US Indo-Pacific Command's Deputy Commander Lieutenant General Joshua Rudd on the sidelines of Exercise Talisman Sabre in Australia and discussed various avenues for strengthening defence cooperation and future operational operations, Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff said on Sunday. In a statement shared on X, Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff stated, "Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff #CISC #HQ_IDS held bilateral discussions with Lt Gen Joshua Rudd, Deputy Commander US Indo-Pacific Command on the sidelines of Exercise #TalismanSabre2025. Various avenues for strengthening #DefenceCooperation and collaboration, as well as future operational opportunities, were discussed. #India - #USA Defence engagements underscore mutual resolve towards #RegionalSecurity and stability in the #IndoPacific." Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit also held bilateral discussions with Vice Admiral Justin Jones, Chief of Joint Operations, Australian Defence Forces, on the sidelines of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025. The two military leaders discussed growing defence cooperation between the two nations with the elevation of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. "Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff #CISC #HQ_IDS_India, held bilateral discussions with Vice Admiral Justin Jones, Chief of Joint Operations, Australian Defence Forces, on the sidelines of Exercise #TalismanSabre2025. The military leaders discussed the growing #DefenceCooperation, with the elevation of bilateral relations between both nations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Future avenues for operational interaction and cooperation were also discussed," Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff posted on X. On Saturday, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit participated in the Australian Defence Forces Chiefs of Joint Operations Conclave, being held as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 in Australia's Darwin. According to the statement, Air Marshal Dixit attended panel discussions on contemporary issues spanning across the full spectrum of warfare on the first day of the conclave. In a statement shared on X, Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff stated, "Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff, #India is participating in the Australian Defence Forces Chiefs of Joint Operations Conclave, being held as part of Exercise #TalismanSabre2025 at Darwin, Australia. During the first day of the Conclave, #CISC attended panel discussions on contemporary issues spanning across the full spectrum of warfare." "The conclave brings together senior military leaders from 19 participating nations, fostering dialogue on #MultiDomainOperations, interoperability and #RegionalSecurity cooperation. India's participation underscores the nation's resolve to strengthen defence partnerships & contribute to a free, open & inclusive #IndoPacific through collaborative security initiatives," it added. Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit is on a visit to Australia from July 26-28 to witness the 11th edition of the ongoing Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 (TS25). Six officers from the Indian Armed Forces are participating in the ongoing TS25 as Staff Planners at various levels of Joint Operations Planning, Control, Safety and Logistics. Indian officers have earlier participated in 2021 and 2023 as Observers. The exercise will showcase extensive interoperability and joint warfare capabilities across air, land, maritime, space and cyber domains, according to the press release.
