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Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Majhi announces welfare schemes for sanitation workers
Bhubaneswar: Chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday announced comprehensive welfare measures for sanitation workers that is likely to benefit nearly 20,000 workers during a national workshop on "Transforming Core Sanitation Work - Safety, Dignity & Inclusion" held at the Lokseva Bhavan Convention Center. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The landmark announcements include a Rs 10 lakh life insurance coverage for the core sanitation workers engaged in septic and sewerage cleaning activities in different urban areas. They will also receive Rs 30 lakh compensation for accidental deaths. The package also comprises provisions for mobile phones and housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban). "This workshop reflects our unwavering commitment to the safety and dignity of sanitation workers who tirelessly maintain the cleanliness of our urban areas," said Majhi while addressing the officials and sanitation workers from seven states and various districts of Odisha. Majhi highlighted the state's successful Garima scheme, which has become a model for other states. The programme has already identified and recognised over 10,000 sanitation workers across 115 urban local bodies as skilled and highly skilled workers. The scheme encompasses worker identification, safety equipment provision, skill development, and social security benefits. The chief minister, during his address, also highlighted how the Sri Jagannath culture stresses the importance of cleanliness. Housing and urban development minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra termed sanitation workers as "invisible heroes", emphasising the need to ensure their rights and safety. Chief secretary Manoj Ahuja noted Odisha's national recognition in the sanitation sector and stressed the importance of extending these initiatives to rural areas. The event also saw participation from Amit Yadav, secretary in the ministry of social justice and empowerment, who praised Odisha's commitment to sanitation workers' welfare. Manvita Baradi, founder director of the urban management center, noted that states are now emulating Odisha's Garima scheme. The chief minister announced a 15-day statewide awareness activity on cleanliness from Aug 15 to 30 to expand sanitation programmes and committed to organising similar national workshops annually in Odisha.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Garima Kishnani on her first negative role in Rishto Se Bandhi Gauri; says ‘It's giving me the chance to break out of my comfort zone'
Actors often reinvent themselves to explore new depths, and Garima Kishnani is the latest to break away from her well-loved image. Known for playing positive, traditional characters, Garima is stepping into uncharted territory with her first-ever negative role in Rishto Se Bandhi Gauri. But here's the twist—she's not playing Gauri. Instead, she plays a mysterious character pretending to be Gauri, and the storyline takes a sharp turn with her arrival. Opening up about this bold move, Garima shared, 'I've mostly played sweet, traditional characters. But in Rishto Se Bandhi Gauri, I'm playing someone with a completely different mindset. What makes it exciting is that you can't tell from her face or behavior that she has such negative intentions—that mystery is what drew me in.' She added, 'This is my first negative role, and I'm really enjoying the experience. It's giving me the chance to break out of my comfort zone. The character adds a major twist to the storyline, and though it's challenging, it's also helping me grow as an actor. I just hope viewers will accept and support me in this new avatar, just like they did with my earlier roles.' Garima's entry marks a crucial shift in the show, introducing suspense and psychological drama. As the layers of her character begin to peel back, audiences are left questioning—who is she really, and what is her true motive? Rishto Se Bandhi Gauri revolves around the journey of a kind-hearted girl forced into an unwanted marriage and how she navigates her new life in the Bundela family. With Garima's twist-filled role, the drama is set to reach an all-new high, promising intrigue, emotional tension, and edge-of-the-seat storytelling.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Twin titles for Garima Yadav; Rakshit Singh Mehra in line for triple crown at RD Baheti Charitable Trust Jaipur District Open Badminton Championship
Jaipur: Garima Yadav bagged a double crown on the penultimate day of the RD Baheti Charitable Trust Jaipur District Open Badminton Championship at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium here on Sunday. Dominating the U-19 category, Garima won both the singles as well as doubles titles. Padmaja Singh also continued her fine performance and bagged the U-13 girls singles title. In a thrilling U-19 girls singles title clash that lasted for 48 minutes, Garima rallied back splendidly to edge past Nidhi in three tough games 18-21, 21-18, 23-21. Later in the day, Garima teamed up with her partner Advika Agarwal to defeat the pair of Navya Arora and Pratishtha 21-16, 21-18 in the U-19 doubles final. Padmaja did not have to stretch much in bagging the U-13 girls singles title, by ousting Riddhi Batra 21-14, 21-15 in the final. In the U-11 boys singles semi-finals, Rakshit Singh Mehra thrashed Lakshit Rewar 21-4, 21-3, while Naitik Bansal got the better of Garvit Dahiya 21-9, 21-12 to enter the final. Reigning U-11 national doubles champion Rakshit also stormed into the U-13 boys singles final where he will lock horns with Lakshyaraj Singh. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Rakshit is in line for a triple crown as the talented shuttler also made it to the finals of U-13 boys doubles. Rakshit-Lakshyaraj will face Anees Chahar and Pranav Mulchandani in the final. In the U-19 boys singles, Bhanu Pratap downed Ayush Yadav 24-22, 21-15 in the semi-final and entered the final. In the other semi-final of the same category, Ambar Chandravanshi thumped Bhavya Deep Singh 21-17, 21-17. Amber Chandravanshi and Pranjal Kaushik will play the U-19 boys doubles final against Bhanu Pratap and Vishal Chaudhary on Monday. Jaipur District Badminton Association (JDBA) secretary Manoj Dasot introduced Sunday's guest Chartered Accountant Ashok Harkawat and JDBA Patron Rajeev Nagori to the players. According to organizing secretary Atul Gupta, the remaining finals will be played on Monday from 2.30 pm followed by the prize distribution function at 5 pm. MLA Kalicharan Saraf will be the chief guest, while special guests will be RD Baheti and Pradeep Baheti and the president of Yash Samiti, Ashish Saraf. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Hans India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
RJ Mahvash channels real-life emotions in new corporate drama Pyar Paisa Profit on Amazon MX Player
Amazon MX Player, Amazon's free video streaming platform, continues to make waves in the Indian OTT space with its latest release, Pyar Paisa Profit. The 20-episode corporate drama is already generating buzz among viewers for its relatable storyline, strong performances and emotional authenticity. Based on Durjoy Dutta's bestselling novel Now That You're Rich, Let's Fall in Love, the series delves into the intense world of venture capital through the eyes of four ambitious professionals navigating the chaos of work, ambition and love in Mumbai. Directed by Prashant Singh, the show features Mihir Ahuja, RJ Mahvash, Pratik Yadav, Shivangi Khedkar, Nitish Sharma and Naman Upadhyaya in key roles. RJ Mahvash, who plays Garima, brings a layered performance to the screen, drawing inspiration from her own personal experiences. Speaking about what attracted her to the role, she said, 'What instantly pulled me toward my character Garima was how much of myself I saw in her. She's independent, driven, and determined to prove she can make it on her own terms—all while balancing emotional vulnerability.' Reflecting on her own time in the corporate world, Mahvash added, 'I have been through something similar. Back when I was working in the corporate space, I'd often find myself emotionally invested in people and workplace dynamics. But over time, I learned that being too available or too nice can sometimes lead to people taking you for granted. That fine balance—staying kind yet firm, and knowing when to say no politely, is something I've always struggled with, and that's exactly what I see in Garima.' Pyar Paisa Profit offers a blend of youthful energy and emotional complexity, portraying characters who are both aspirational and flawed. It explores themes of self-worth, resilience, and navigating adult relationships, all set against the backdrop of the demanding corporate world. The series is now available to stream for free exclusively on Amazon MX Player, which is accessible via mobile apps, Amazon's shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Connected TVs.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bridging cultures, building memories!
Navendu and Garima (BCCL/ Aditya Yadav) A private lawn shimmered with lights, celebrating the newly married couple, Navendu and Garima, at their reception party. The gala was attended by people from many walks of life, including several guests from the United Kingdom, as Navendu is a Member of Parliament (MP) in the UK, representing Stockport in Greater Manchester. (L) Ravindra and Vasudev Krishna (R) Verandra Sharma (L) Sulakshana and Devang (R) Aarti Shukla (L) Vimal and Mamit (R) Ajita Dubey The band at the wedding featured a beatboxer and a violinist, adding a unique charm to the celebration. The violinist played beautifully as the bride and groom entered in stunning attire. (L) Aakanksha and Vanshika (R) Damian (L) Dr Gajanan (C) Kanika (R) Madhuresh Mishra 'Everything was planned so that our friends from the UK could truly experience the essence of an Indian wedding,' said Mamit, a close friend of Navendu's who flew in especially for the occasion. He added, 'Even after living abroad for 25 years, Navendu never let go of his roots—he wanted everyone here to feel the magic of our traditions, from the jaimala to the final pheras. Watching our guests taste kulfi for the first time and join in the dandiya raas was truly unforgettable. ' — Manas Mishra
