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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Nashik airport lacks adequate immigration clearance area delaying approval for international flights
Nashik: Approval to set up an immigration checkpoint at the Nashik airport has been delayed by govt due to inadequate area for immigration clearance, preventing the operation of full international scheduled passenger flights. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In a written reply to Nashik MP Rajabhau Waje's question on whether govt had granted approval to set up the immigration checkpoint at the Nashik airport following inspections by the Bureau of Immigration (BOI), Bandi Sanjay Kumar, the Union minister of state for home affairs, said no permission has been granted to establish an immigration checkpoint at the airport. The minister said after assessing the infrastructure requirements, the BOI recommended that the area available for immigration clearance at the Nashik (Ozar) airport is not sufficient to operate full international scheduled passenger flights. "It is adequate to house operating crew and passengers of cargo/chartered flights only. The required infrastructure and immigration systems are in place to cater to domestic and international cargo routes through Indian flight operators, and the necessary training for conducting immigration checks has been imparted by BOI to the police personnel who are already attached to the Nashik (Ozar) airport," Bandi Sanjay Kumar added in the written reply. The Nashik airport is managed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), the defence PSU. HAL has already developed the infrastructure required for immigration checkpoints at Nashik airport. Manish Rawal, the vice-president of Nashik Industries and Manufacturers' Association (Nima), said they have been pursuing with state govt to construct a new terminal building at the Nashik airport given the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "If the new terminal building is constructed, the issues related to areas required for immigration clearance will get sorted out. Therefore, state govt needs to take up expansion of the Nashik airport," Rawal said. The Nashik airport was developed jointly by state govt and HAL at a total cost of Rs 94 crore in 2013 and 2014. State govt spent Rs 84 crore, while HAL spent Rs 10 crore and provided its land for the construction of the airport. State govt has leased the Nashik airport terminal building to HAL for 30 years at a lease rate of Rs 1,000 per month. The seating capacity of the Nashik airport is only 300 passengers at a time. During the Kumbh Mela, passenger footfall per hour is expected to reach 1,000 at the facility. Consequently, HAL submitted a proposal to state govt to develop the Nashik airport in anticipation of the upcoming Kumbh Mela.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
U'khand clears 82 posts for 2027 Haridwar Kumbh prep
Dehradun: The Uttarakhand cabinet on Wednesday approved 82 posts for the administration of the Kumbh Mela, which will be held in Haridwar from Jan to April 2027. The new posts — nine permanent, 44 temporary, and 29 outsourced — were cleared to ensure the smooth conduct of the religious gathering. At a meeting chaired by CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, the cabinet also amended rules 5, 6 and 8 of the Uttarakhand State Educational (Teaching Cadre) Gazetted Service Rules, 2022, related to recruitment and service conditions for teaching staff. As per the amendment, principals who completed two years of service on the first day of the recruitment year, lecturers appointed on a fundamental basis with 10 years of service, and assistant teachers promoted as lecturers with 10 years in the role will be eligible to appear for the limited departmental examination for the principal post. In addition, teachers promoted as lecturers with a combined 15 years in lecturer and assistant teacher roles, as well as assistant teachers appointed on a fundamental basis who completed 15 years of satisfactory service and hold required educational and training qualifications, can also apply for the same. Lecturers without a BEd degree will now be eligible for the limited departmental examination for principal recruitment, being held for the first time. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Beyond Text Generation: An AI Tool That Helps You Write Better Grammarly Install Now Undo The age limit for the limited departmental examination has been increased from 50 years to 55 years as on July 1 of the calendar year in which the notification is issued. The cabinet also approved the notification of Article-28 Customs Bond under Schedule 1-B of the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, to enable digital e-stamping in the state. This comes in line with the notification issued on April 24, 2023, introducing the Uttarakhand Stamp (Amendment) Rules, 2023, aimed at promoting paperless stamping and ensuring transparency in stamp duty payments. Under these rules, certain non-registration articles in Schedule 1-A of the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, have been included to allow public access to stamp purchases within bank premises. Article 26, which covers non-registrable customs bonds, is now part of these regulations, enabling electronic stamp duty payment for customs. Officials said the move will ease the process for taxpayers executing bonds in Uttarakhand and support the Ease of Doing Business initiative by streamlining operations in public interest.
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Planning for new ghats along Godavari in final stage, says divisional commissioner
Nashik: Planning for additional bathing ghats in Trimbakeshwar and Nashik city, as part of the preparation for the upcoming Kumbh Mela is in the final stage, said the civic authorities. They said the work is set to commence after the rainy season with a strong focus on crowd management, river cleanliness, and infrastructure readiness. Arrangements are being made to ensure the Godavari river has water flowing Gedam, the Nashik divisional commissioner who heads the Kumbh Mela Authority established by state govt, said, "The work on the finalisation of the location of the ghats and their planning is almost done. This exercise is being carried out to diversify the large number of people who come during the Amrut Snan at both Nashik and Trimbakeshwar to take a dip in the Godavari. This will not only help in crowd management during the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, which occurs during the rainy season, but will also help people bathe peacefully." Gedam added that the major works requiring more time have been prioritised, with less time-consuming projects scheduled to begin later. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fully Loaded 4 BHK apts for 4.49 Cr(All Incl)* in Sec 104 ATS Triumph, Gurgaon Book Now Undo "We have less time in hand now. However, the projects that require a longer duration have already started, and the others will begin by Jan," he said. A significant issue facing the Godavari is the mixing of untreated sewage with river water, along with seasonal water scarcity. "Regarding the work on sewage treatment plants, the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) has already started taking steps for the Rs 1600 crore project. The other measure being carried out is for the continuous flow of water. This is being done by pumping in water from smaller adjoining dams in Trimbakeshwar taluka into the Godavari. The flow will be limited only for the special days across the year," Gedam said. He also said the Railways is undertaking major augmentation of Nashik Road railway station along with Devlali, Odha, Kasbe-Sukene, and Kherwadi railway stations, which would be assigned to handle passengers coming by trains from specific regions. Gedam said while there would be no compromise on security arrangements, measures would be taken to ensure pilgrims did not face hardships as experienced during the Amrit Snan in the Kumbh Mela 2014-15. "We will have an incident-free Kumbh Mela at Nashik, for which precautions are being taken by all the govt departments concerned," he said.
Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
India's 'The Godavari Initiative' Showcased as a Place-Driven Model for Collective Water Stewardship at AWS Global Forum 2025
VMPL Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 21: The Godavari Initiative (TGI) was spotlighted as a leading example of a place-driven collective action at the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Global Water Stewardship Forum, held on June 24-25, 2025, in Edinburgh, Scotland. TGI featured in the session on Collective Action, which explored emerging models of collaboration across geographies, sectors, and governance systems. Representing Diageo, a founding partner and Basin Champion- David Onyango, Global Partnerships & Advocacy Manager, shared insights on how the initiative is evolving as a basin-scale effort in India's Godavari River Basin, one of the country's most vital and complex river systems. The presentation highlighted TGI's three-pillar framework: -Gyan (Knowledge) -Karm (On-ground Implementation) -Jan (Community Engagement and Awareness) This structure enables multi-stakeholder partnerships across government, industry, and local communities to address interconnected challenges such as groundwater depletion, biodiversity loss, and fragmented governance. Key examples included: -Nature-based Solutions (NbS) pilots on afforestation, wetland rejuvenation, and groundwater recharge -Formal engagement with district, state, and national government agencies -The launch of the WaterWise Platform to promote water stewardship among MSMEs TGI's role in supporting a more sustainable Simhastha Kumbh 2027 in Nashik, through collaboration with the Nashik Municipal Corporation, was also highlighted. The Kumbh Mela is one of the world's largest religious gatherings, drawing millions of pilgrims to sacred rivers across India. The initiative presents a unique opportunity to align ecological restoration with cultural and civic planning at scale, ensuring that environmental sustainability is embedded in the event's infrastructure and legacy. The session concluded with a call for corporations to actively engage in basin-level transformation by investing in long-term, trust-based partnerships that drive systemic impact. About AWS Global Water Stewardship Forum The AWS Global Water Stewardship Forum is a premier international platform for advancing water stewardship. It brings together members, implementers, and practitioners to share insights, reflect on evolving practices, and explore new directions through dialogue and collaboration. About The Godavari Initiative The Godavari Initiative (TGI) is a multi-stakeholder platform dedicated to sustainable river basin management in India. It unites corporates, government agencies, civil society, and communities to restore the Godavari River through nature-based solutions, data-driven planning, and inclusive engagement.
The Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- The Wire
India's ‘The Godavari Initiative' Showcased as a Place-Driven Model for Collective Water Stewardship at AWS Global Forum 2025
July 21, 2025 | Mumbai — The Godavari Initiative (TGI) was spotlighted as a leading example of a place-driven collective action at the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Global Water Stewardship Forum, held on June 24–25, 2025, in Edinburgh, Scotland. TGI featured in the session on Collective Action, which explored emerging models of collaboration across geographies, sectors, and governance systems. Representing Diageo, a founding partner and Basin Champion- David Onyango, Global Partnerships & Advocacy Manager, shared insights on how the initiative is evolving as a basin-scale effort in India's Godavari River Basin, one of the country's most vital and complex river systems. The presentation highlighted TGI's three-pillar framework: • Gyan (Knowledge) • Karm (On-ground Implementation) • Jan (Community Engagement and Awareness) This structure enables multi-stakeholder partnerships across government, industry, and local communities to address interconnected challenges such as groundwater depletion, biodiversity loss, and fragmented governance. Key examples included: • Nature-based Solutions (NbS) pilots on afforestation, wetland rejuvenation, and groundwater recharge • Formal engagement with district, state, and national government agencies • The launch of the WaterWise Platform to promote water stewardship among MSMEs TGI's role in supporting a more sustainable Simhastha Kumbh 2027 in Nashik, through collaboration with the Nashik Municipal Corporation, was also highlighted. The Kumbh Mela is one of the world's largest religious gatherings, drawing millions of pilgrims to sacred rivers across India. The initiative presents a unique opportunity to align ecological restoration with cultural and civic planning at scale, ensuring that environmental sustainability is embedded in the event's infrastructure and legacy. The session concluded with a call for corporations to actively engage in basin-level transformation by investing in long-term, trust-based partnerships that drive systemic impact. About AWS Global Water Stewardship Forum The AWS Global Water Stewardship Forum is a premier international platform for advancing water stewardship. It brings together members, implementers, and practitioners to share insights, reflect on evolving practices, and explore new directions through dialogue and collaboration. About The Godavari Initiative The Godavari Initiative (TGI) is a multi-stakeholder platform dedicated to sustainable river basin management in India. It unites corporates, government agencies, civil society, and communities to restore the Godavari River through nature-based solutions, data-driven planning, and inclusive engagement. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with NRDPL and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
