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Time of India
17-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UP readies plan to bag big share in central agri scheme
Lucknow: A day after the Centre rolled out the Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), which envisages measures to raise productivity and cropping intensity, the UP govt moved swiftly on Thursday to plan a blueprint for securing lion's share in the scheme. Sources said the state agriculture department reviewed all field details before sending an exhaustive proposal to the Centre. The scheme will be implemented in 100 districts across the country for a period of six years beginning in 2025-26. A budget of Rs 24,000 crore has been allocated for the scheme, which will encompass over 36 sub-schemes related to agriculture. "UP is a key agricultural state. We expect to get a prominent share under PMDDKY, which certainly proposes to be a game-changer scheme for agriculture," said principal secretary, agriculture, Ravindra. He said the department was keenly waiting for formal guidelines required to be followed under the scheme. Sources said that the scheme will help the govt to push small and marginal farmers towards modern and profitable farming. "This scheme will increase agricultural production, as well as encourage farmers to grow different crops so that their income increases. Emphasis will be laid on adopting sustainable agricultural practices so that environmental balance is maintained," a senior agriculture department official said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Honda SP160: Now with More Power and Style Honda Learn More Undo Storage facilities will be strengthened at the panchayat and block levels after harvesting so that there is no loss of produce. Apart from this, irrigation facilities will be improved, and farmers will be provided with cheap and easily available loans so that they can invest in farming and increase production capacity. For effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of the scheme, committees will be formed at the district, state, and national levels. The District Agriculture and Allied Activity Plan will be finalised by the District Dhan Dhanya Committee, in which progressive farmers will also be made members. The scheme, experts said, comes in addition to the World Bank-aided UP AGREES scheme, which aims to improve the agricultural yield from the existing 10 quintals to 15 quintals per acre in 28 districts of the Purvanchal and Bundelkhand regions. Likewise, the state govt is working to improve agricultural productivity under the aspirational district programme.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
"How many shows did I miss?... None": Tucker Carlson defends the use of highly controversial nicotine
Tucker Carlson recently appeared on The Real Alex Clark YouTube channel and sparked yet another viral debate, not over politics, but over nicotine. The former Fox News host, launched into an impassioned defense of the controversial compound while promoting ALP, his new nicotine pouch brand. During the sit-down with Alex Clark, he called nicotine 'the only compound ever analyzed by scientists that simultaneously increases mental acuity and relaxation. ' That's quite a claim. But for Carlson, it wasn't just talk. He's been using nicotine daily since June 198, by his count. And now, he wants the rest of the world to stop demonizing it. Carlson's new brand, ALP, isn't shy about what it stands for. It was launched in late 2024 in partnership with Turning Point Brands, specifically targeting adults who 'unapologetically love nicotine.' Available in various flavors and three strengths (3 mg, 6 mg, and 9 mg), ALP is marketed as a more honest, more masculine alternative to other brands. In the interview, Carlson explained, 'I'm not going to lie about this,' he said. 'This is about truth. This is about the unvarnished veracity of the human experience.' Carlson was dead serious. And whether you agree with him or not, he's putting his mouth, and money, where his message is. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Honda SP160: Now with More Power and Style Honda Learn More Undo Carlson advocated hard for nicotine, even going to the extent of explaining how, unlike many prescription drugs, they dont carry the same societal acceptance. Whatever his argument be, netizens were neither impressed nor convinced. The harmful affects of nicotine is well known. It's highly addictive, which is why it's the active compound in all tobacco products like cigarettes, cigars, hookah, chewing tobacco, snus, e-cigarettes, and yes, pouches like ALP. Further CDC and FDA both point out, nicotine is not harmless. It can raise blood pressure, impact brain development in teens, and lead to long-term dependency. But it is not the primary cause of tobacco-related deaths. One user on X wrote, 'Notice how the drug addicts love the line, "It's a naturally occurring substance" to justify their habit? You hear this all the time from marijuana addicts. Well, arsenic is naturally occurring too. Do people smoke/eat that?' Another explained, 'Nicotine can help focus, but it's also an addictive substance, can affect the heart, has drawbacks, and most certain the claims to prevent illness are not based in any kind of science. This is a snake oil salesman.' A third user chimed in, 'The tobacco companies are getting creative with their advertising lol.' But there were others too who sang the same tunes Tucker was singing. Carlson may be one of nicotine's loudest defenders right now, but he's not alone. Others, including some medical researchers and harm-reduction advocates, argue that nicotine in non-combustible form deserves a second look. And while his brand ALP is clearly part business, Carlson insists it's also personal. 'Ask anybody,' he told Clark. 'I was on TV for 29 years. How many shows did I miss? None.' Whoever side you are on, it is better to do your own research before jumping boats.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Seven ‘inactive' political parties in Ghaziabad handed notices by EC
Ghaziabad: Seven unrecognised political parties registered in the district have been issued show cause notices for not contesting a single election organised by the Election Commission of India between 2019 and 2024. The seven parties are Shanti Morcha, Akhand Bharatiya Kavach Party, Bharatiya Sangathit Party (S), Jai Hind Jai Bharat Party, Lohia Samyukta Samajwadi Party, Loktantrik Manavtavadi Party, and Rashtrawadi Praja Dal. According to Deepak Meena, district election officer, and district magistrate, Ghaziabad, "These political parties were found inactive for six years, as they did not participate in any election organised by the Election Commission of India during this period. The show cause notices were issued to them as per the guidelines of the Election Commission to verify the active status of such parties." You Can Also Check: Noida AQI | Weather in Noida | Bank Holidays in Noida | Public Holidays in Noida "These notices were sent by registered post to the official addresses of the respective parties," Meena added. The presidents or general secretaries of these parties can submit their response along with an affidavit and supporting documents to the chief electoral officer's office by July 14, 2025. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Honda SP160: Now with More Power and Style Honda Learn More Undo They can also appear in person at the same office on July 21, 2025, the scheduled date for the hearing. "If a party fails to respond within the given time, it will be presumed that they have nothing to say in their defence. In that case, the Chief Electoral Officer will recommend to the Election Commission of India to remove the party from the list of registered political parties," Meena said. Earlier, a similar exercise was carried out in Noida, where six registered unrecognised political parties were served show cause notices for the same reason. Across India, the poll body has identified 345 registered unrecognised political parties. Either newly registered parties or those that have not secured enough percentage of votes in the assembly or general elections to become a state party, or those that have never contested elections since being registered, are considered registered unrecognised parties.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did you know Gul Panag is a pilot? Says she misses flying airplanes in the monsoon
Gul Panag The one thing Gul Panag misses the most during the monsoon is flying. A certified pilot for nearly a decade, the actress has long nurtured her passion for aviation. However, seasonal limitations — especially heavy rains — often ground her, putting a pause on her time in the skies. 'I miss flying during the monsoon,' Gul shares, adding, 'My license is under Visual Flight Rules (VFR), which means I have to rely on sight to fly. Unlike commercial planes, I can't navigate using instruments. Visibility must be at least five nautical miles.' The actress, who loves taking off from Mumbai's Juhu airport, started taking flying lessons at the age of 32. 'In 2016, I finished the required flight hours, cleared the exams and got my license. I've been a licensed pilot for eight years now,' says the Bypass Road actress. Clarifying that she only flies recreationally, Gul adds, 'Flying is a passion of mine, something I pursue as a hobby. I will fly out of Juhu and when I am overseas, I go to a club. The most beautiful moments in the sky come during the months before monsoon. My favourite flights are the last departures from Juhu before sunset. The skies are beautiful, and the sunsets are pleasant.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Honda SP160: Now with More Power and Style Honda Learn More Undo Ask her about the route she takes, and she shares, 'We have a designated route — take off from Juhu, go into sea and take a right turn towards Essel World… there is a circuit, so we don't come into the Santacruz airspace. The flight offers an unforgettable view, flying over Juhu beach against the backdrop of a glowing sunset.' While her passion for flying dates to her college days, she always knew it wouldn't be a career path. 'I wanted to learn, but I was clear that I didn't want to pursue it professionally. I'm not someone who can do the same thing every single day,' she says.
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Time of India
Tragedy in Oman: School bus crash kills driver and three students, leaves twelve injured
The school bus collided with a lamppost before overturning, resulting in the deaths of the driver and three students, and injuring twelve others (Representative Image) On Wednesday morning, a devastating school bus accident in the Al Rusaiss area of Izki, located in Oman's Dakhliyah Governorate, claimed the lives of four individuals, including three young schoolchildren—and left twelve others injured. The incident has raised serious concerns about road safety, especially for children commuting to school. Details of the Accident According to an official statement by the Royal Oman Police (ROP), the accident occurred around 7:44 a.m. when a school bus carrying children from kindergarten to fourth grade collided with a stationary object and overturned. The driver of the bus, aged 20, was pronounced dead at the scene alongside three boys aged 6, 9, and 10. The ROP described the sequence of events in an interview with Times of Oman : 'While the driver was travelling from the Qalat Al Awamer area towards Izki, the vehicle swerved to the right upon reaching the accident site, collided with a lamppost, then veered off the road and caught fire.' Emergency responders arrived quickly to the scene, where the overturned bus and scattered debris partially blocked the roadway. They provided immediate assistance and transferred the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Honda SP160: Now with More Power and Style Honda Learn More Undo Injuries and Hospital Response Twelve schoolchildren sustained injuries ranging from minor to severe. The Ministry of Health acted swiftly, activating its emergency response plan and coordinating with local hospitals to handle the influx of patients. Nizwa Reference Hospital received: 1 deceased (black case) 4 critical (red cases) 7 serious (yellow cases) Izki Hospital received: 3 deceased (black cases) 3 minor injuries (green cases) Among the injured, two children with moderate injuries were taken to Izki Hospital, while six with moderate injuries and five with severe injuries were transported to Nizwa Reference Hospital for more advanced care. The Ministry of Health expressed its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wished the injured a swift recovery. Local Reactions and Investigation Younis Al Mandhari, the representative of the Wilayat of Izki in the Shura Council, told local media: 'The causes of the accident are still unknown and have not yet been published by the Royal Oman Police. The road where the accident occurred is paved, smooth, and passable, with no apparent issues.' He further explained, 'The accident happened when the bus hit a fixed object, a lamppost, and then overturned below the elevated road. Three deaths have been confirmed so far, in addition to the bus driver. Twelve people were injured with varying degrees of severity. Six of them, who sustained serious injuries, were transferred to Nizwa Hospital, while the rest with moderate to minor injuries were taken to Izki Hospital. ' The Royal Oman Police released a formal statement extending condolences to the families and affirming that investigations are ongoing to 'uncover the full details behind the accident.' Road Safety Concerns in Oman This tragic event has reignited concerns about road safety in Oman, particularly regarding the safety of school transportation. Despite notable improvements in infrastructure and enforcement of traffic laws across the country, this accident highlights persistent challenges in protecting young passengers on the road. Authorities have pledged to examine all factors involved in the crash to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
