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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Arunachal to take part in Tiranga Yatra from Aug 10-14
Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh deputy chief minister Chowna Mein on Thursday said the state will join the rest of the country for the Tiranga Yatra, a tribute to our freedom and pride, from Aug 10 to 14. In a social media post, Mein asked people to hoist the Tricolour at home, office or shop to honour our brave soldiers and freedom fighters. He also appealed to people to conduct cleanliness drives around key public sites from Aug 11 to 13, and observe Partition Remembrance Day the following day. "This Independence Week, let's celebrate through collective action and patriotic spirit," Mein said. 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 s ilver prices in your area.
India.com
4 days ago
- India.com
Exciting Weekend Vacation Getaways During Independence Day Week In South India With Family
Not Just Beaches and Backwaters Independence Day isn't just a date on the calendar. It's a feeling. A long breath. A chance to pause, pack bags, and go somewhere where the flag flutters against hills, where skies are open, and where freedom tastes like fresh filter coffee on a misty morning. And in South India — during this magical week of August — freedom takes many forms. A boat ride through green tunnels in Kerala. A jeep safari in the Nilgiris. A fort climb in Karnataka. A temple bell echoing under a rainy Tamil sky. Most people rush to Ooty or Munnar. Click a few pictures. Post a story. Come back. But what if we told you — Independence Day isn't for the obvious. It's for the offbeat. For bonding with your family under a shared umbrella. For discovering trails where kids forget screens and chase dragonflies instead. Let's hit the road. Freedom is calling. What Makes Independence Week in South India So Special? It's not just the weather. It's the energy. By mid-August, the monsoon is mellow. The hills are clean. The air feels lighter. And nature, just like the nation, feels renewed. It's a time when even the most tired parents feel like explorers. When kids look up from their phones and gasp at waterfalls. When the smell of earth is richer than any perfume. And every path — from the forests of Wayanad to the cliffs of Yercaud — feels like a new chapter waiting to be read aloud together. So where should you go? Here are five offbeat yet family-friendly escapes that bloom best during Independence week. 1. Yelagiri – The Underrated Hill Retreat of Tamil Nadu Just 4.5 hours from Bengaluru, Yelagiri is like that quiet cousin who doesn't brag but knows all the good stories. No noisy crowds. No overpriced cafes. Just winding roads, small homestays, and forests that breathe with the rain. Take the kids to the Nature Park with its musical fountain and herbal garden. Or go for a family trek to Swamimalai Hill — a gentle climb that rewards you with sweeping views and giggles shared over trail snacks. Don't forget to pack some homemade lemon rice and a flask of coffee. Yelagiri is best enjoyed slow. 2. Araku Valley – Andhra's Green Secret If Vizag is the sea, then Araku is the soul. Nestled in the Eastern Ghats, this tribal valley turns emerald in August. Mist clings to the slopes. Waterfalls appear around every curve. And the toy train ride from Vizag? It's a memory that stays with children forever. Visit the tribal museum. Take a walk through coffee plantations. Or just sit under a wild fig tree and let silence teach your family what peace feels like. Freedom, here, tastes like bamboo chicken and sounds like cicadas at dusk. 3. Agumbe – Karnataka's Rainforest Time Machine Step into Agumbe and you've stepped back in time. This rainforest village, known as the Cherrapunji of the South, is a monsoon marvel. Think: wet canopies, ancient cobbled paths, and sunsets that stop your breath. Perfect for families who love adventure. Trek to Barkana Falls. Spot a Malabar giant squirrel. Visit the rainforest research station. And at night, tell ghost stories under a tiled roof while the rain drums overhead. Agumbe doesn't offer fancy resorts. But it offers something better — togetherness in its rawest, wildest form. 4. Valparai – The Quiet Queen of the Anamalai Hills Unlike Ooty or Kodaikanal, Valparai doesn't sell itself. It waits. Tucked in Tamil Nadu's Western Ghats, it's a hill town wrapped in tea gardens and forest secrets. The drive itself — with 40 hairpin bends — feels like a rollercoaster through green. Spot lion-tailed macaques along the road. Let kids roll down grassy slopes near Nallamudi Viewpoint. Stay in a tea bungalow where morning fog knocks gently at your window. Valparai is for families who want nature without the noise. Freedom without the filters. 5. Kabini – The Wild Escape You Didn't Know You Needed Located on the banks of the Kabini River in Karnataka, this forested getaway is perfect for families with a love for the wild. Take a jeep safari through Nagarhole National Park. Watch elephants bathe in the river. Let your little one point out deer tracks on the soft earth. Or take a quiet boat ride and let the jungle come to you — one heron, one crocodile, one ripple at a time. Kabini isn't about rush. It's about rhythm. It teaches you to listen. But Isn't Monsoon Travel Risky with Kids? That's the beauty of it. Monsoon travel isn't risky — it's real. It brings out the planner in you and the poet in your child. It peels away the digital layers and replaces them with actual connections. Here's what August travel in the South gives you that no other season does: Mist-covered hills with no crowds Waterfalls that roar just for you Markets with steaming idlis and fresh jackfruit Lodges with zero Wi-Fi but a thousand stars It's not inconvenient. It's unforgettable. Practical Tips: How to Travel Smart with Family in Monsoon Pack layers: Light raincoats, quick-dry clothes, and waterproof shoes are a must. Travel light: Keep luggage manageable. Leave space for local snacks and forest pebbles. Book early: Independence week gets busy — secure stays in offbeat spots. Keep offline maps: Monsoon doesn't always bless mobile signals. Respect nature: Teach your kids to leave no litter. Let the forests remain sacred. The Hidden Economy of Family Travel This isn't just about taking selfies at scenic spots. When you visit small hill towns and quiet villages: You support local homestays and forest guides You buy handmade crafts that keep tribal stories alive You reduce pressure on crowded tourist cities You teach your kids that real joy doesn't always come from a mall Each step your family takes into Araku or Valparai is a vote for sustainable, slow tourism. So What's Stopping You? A little rain? A bit of planning? South India is waiting with open skies and warm hearts. The red buses of Karnataka. The green rice paddies of Kerala. The winding hill roads of Tamil Nadu. This Independence Day, don't just wave the flag. Live what it stands for—freedom, exploration, and belonging. Don't just visit South India. Feel it. Soak in it. And years later, when your child remembers Augusts from their childhood, they won't think of homework or gadgets. They'll think of waterfalls. Toy trains. Foggy trails. And a family trip that felt like freedom.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘Got court orders since 1990 on encroachment, nothing changed': Chandni Chowk shopkeepers protest against MCD, police
Flagging the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)'s alleged inaction in tackling poor sanitation and illegal hawkers in Chandni Chowk despite the High Court's order last year, more than 30 shopkeepers took part in a silent protest on Monday and marched from the Fountain Chowk to the Red Fort. Launched by Chandni Chowk Sarv Vyapar Mandal, the protest saw shopkeepers holding placards, and targeting the MCD and Delhi Police over several issues in the area, including encroachment, congestion, rising crimes like pickpocketing, mobile snatching, and eve-teasing. The demonstrators said the stir will continue until a decision to call it off is taken. Last November, the Delhi High Court, while hearing a PIL filed by the body, had issued an order, directing the police and MCD to remove illegal hawkers and encroachments from the area within two weeks. The court, in its order dated November 22, 2024, had further directed MCD, Public Works Department. Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation, Delhi Police, and the Traffic Police to file a status report within two weeks. While referring to the HC order, the market body on Monday accused the MCD of civic apathy. Sanjay Bhargava, president of the association, and a dealer of a textile brand near Sunehri Masjid in Chandni Chowk, said, 'We have got court orders since 1990, directing the removal of encroachments… Last November, the Delhi HC ordered the removal of illegal hawkers within two weeks. But nothing has happened…. We have had 40-50 court orders on this issue, our organisation has till now spent crores on lawyers to tackle it.' Raising concerns over poor sanitation in the area, Bhargava noted that public urination is common in the market. Amid the ongoing protest, Praveen Shankar Kapoor, spokesperson of the Delhi BJP and General Secretary of the Chandni Chowk Nagrik Manch, issued a press statement. 'The shopkeepers and residents of Chandni Chowk are all patriots and will not hold any protest or Gandhigiri demonstrations during the Independence Week, August 9 to 15,' the statement read. Kapoor, in his statement, claimed that the BJP's Chandni Chowk MP Praveen Khandelwal has significantly improved the cleanliness and reduced encroachments in the market. He added that the negligence by the PWD, MCD, and local police led to the deterioration of Chandni Chowk. Responding to the statement, Bhargava said, 'We are aware of this and we'll take a call on the protest when required.' Ashok Kumar Jaiswal, who has been selling fruits for over 20 years in Chandni Chowk, was intrigued when he came across the demonstrations. When informed that the protest was against 'illegal hawkers', fear and confusion grew in his eyes. Jaiswal questioned where he would go now, unaware of the designated hawking zones put out by the civic body. 'Whenever some official comes, we run packing our things, so that they don't take it away, we have to fill our stomachs,' he said. Despite a ban on the entry of all motorised vehicles, including two-wheelers, from 9 am to 9 pm in the area, motorists openly flout the rule, as the lanes of the market can be seen dotted with vehicles, all throughout the day. When contacted, Manish Kumar, Assistant Commissioner (MCD SP Zone), said that regular drives are conducted to remove hawkers sitting at the non-hawking zones. Drives are also held to remove rickshaws that are operating in the market without authorisation, he claimed.
News18
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
John Abraham Bleeds, Sports Beard In Gripping FIRST Look From Tehran: 'Deserted By India…'
Last Updated: John Abraham unveiled the first poster of Tehran, releasing on OTT during Independence Week. The geopolitical thriller, directed by Arun Gopalan, stars Manushi Chhillar. Tehran Movie Update: John Abraham has unveiled the first poster from his upcoming film after The Diplomat, while sporting a new avatar. With a bleeding forehead and a long beard, the actor was seen gazing into the horizon. The film's trailer is scheduled to release tomorrow. John Abraham's Tehran has been in the making for a while now. The film was initially set for release in 2023; however, it appears that the film will finally see the light of day this year. On July 31, the makers of Tehran revealed that John's upcoming geopolitical action-thriller will premiere on Zee5 via OTTplay Premium during Independence Week. The film's trailer is slated to drop on August 1. Sharing the announcement, the team wrote, 'A blast in Delhi didn't just hit an embassy — it awakened a dormant fire. Tehran arrives this Independence Week, only on ZEE5. #TehranOnZEE5." Here is the first-look poster from the film: Disha Patani's sister Khushboo Patani expressed her excitement in the comments. She wrote, 'Excited". Fans also posted, 'The beard, the blood, the eyes… ICONIC ALREADY", 'Woooooow John", 'Damn excited can't wait". Another section of fans expressed their disappointment at the film's OTT release instead of theatres. They commented, 'OTT Release", 'Action Abraham is Back", 'Kyun bhai . Aap toh kehte the ki Mai direct OTT release kabhi Nahi karunga", 'Why not releasing in theater", 'Why ott ???", 'Need it in big screen", 'Release in Cinema", 'This should be released in the theatres". John Abraham recently spoke about Tehran. He told BollywoodLife, 'I have Tehran next, it is produced by Dinesh Vijan (Maddock Films). I don't know when it's going to release but we are ready with the film. That has little more action and is hopefully gripping and I hope people take my word for it this time at least." Opening up about Tehran, John Abraham recently shared that the film is for those who closely follow the Russia-Ukraine conflict and question the roles of countries like China, Iran, and Palestine in the current geopolitical landscape. Calling it a 'stunning" film, he hinted at the layered, global themes it explores. Tehran is a high-stakes Hindi action-thriller headlined by John Abraham and Manushi Chhillar. Inspired by true events and set against the backdrop of the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war, the film delves into the shifting sands of international politics. It is directed by Arun Gopalan and backed by producers Dinesh Vijan, Sandeep Leyzell, and Shobhna Yadav, with a screenplay penned by Ritesh Shah and Ashish Prakash Verma. Apart from Tehran, John is also working on Rohit Shetty's biopic on former Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria. His upcoming slate includes the superhero flick Munkeeman, a possible Pathaan spin-off centered on Jim, and Garam Masala 2. view comments First Published: July 31, 2025, 13:50 IST 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.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"I've Been Applying For Jobs With THIS As My Contact Photo": These 37 Fails From Last Week Made Me Laugh So Hard I Think I Actually Have An Ab Now
Editor's Note: While we can't endorse what X has become, we can bring you the fun moments that still exist there, curated and free of the surrounding chaos. You're not gonna believe this: It's Monday again. I know, I know. Our countless hours of work have all been in vain —another Monday has arrived. Absolutely devastating. One thing about me, though, is that I refuse to give up on my dreams. Somehow, some way, I intend to rid us of Mondays for good. While my forces regroup, at least we've got these 37 hilarious fails from last week to get us through: kind of turning into "Independence Week," isn't it? life gives you lemons, impale the entire thing on a straw and put it in a cocktail. being offline, and then there's being offline. Related: you the best of luck. for the heads up. Misters Worldwide. worth checking, right? 8."I've found dewormer in this meal, you donkey!" must save this child from the inevitable Where the Red Fern Grows canon event! this better or worse than being on your phone? it turns out she's been wrong the whole time. Related: is the in crowd. the recruiters feel the same way, right? Hancock's signature is literally the largest one! least we all have the internet in our pockets at all times. gotta be a nicer way to say "healthy and normal." reassuring. my friend. Related: bills for everyone, yay! time, just make sure your camera is off. 21.A career as a medical insurance adjuster is in the cards. best laid plans... there's no way to know just how old that cookie is, either. just checking to make sure she's okay. doesn't even have enough battery life to google "Gen Alpha" slang. time for an intervention. least we can be absolutely certain it's not expired. who? Related: is why they have reserve pricing! later, the wiper arm can enjoy a relaxing float in the pool. is the best policy. 32.I thought we were just hanging out; I didn't realize this was a quiz. next response would've been the definition of the word "empathy." a month, I'm left asking myself if I really need Photoshop. least he's cute. 36."Sorry, I can't help — my hands are full." finally, I can't wait to hear the ridiculous giraffe conspiracy theories. If you enjoyed these laughs, go follow the creators! And for more fails, check out our most recent posts: "I'm Gonna F—ing Lose It": These 29 Hilarious Fails From Last Week Made Me Laugh So Hard I'm Pretty Sure I Have A Single Ab Now "I F—ed Up My Router": I Laughed So Hard At These 31 Fails From Last Week I'm Going Straight To The Bad Place These 29 Hilarious Fails From Last Week Made Me Laugh So Hard I'm Preeeetty Sure I Have An Ab Now Also in Internet Finds: Also in Internet Finds: Also in Internet Finds:
